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Zip Code 49202

MI · Population: 18,234

C
47/100
57
C+
Safety
31
D
Affordability
56
C+
Quality of Life
43
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 49202

Zip code 49202 is located in Michigan and is home to approximately 18,234 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 47/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

Housing costs are a challenge in this area, with home values at $96,300 and median rent of $859/month against a median income of $39,850. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 14.8% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 7.7% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$39,850
Home Value
$96,300
Rent
$859/mo
Median Age
37
College Educated
14.8%
Unemployment
7.7%
Owner-Occupied
55.1%
Rent Burden
25.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety57C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability31DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life56C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy43CLower unemployment = higher
Overall47CWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).