Zip Code 49242
MI · Population: 14,718
About Zip Code 49242
Zip code 49242 is located in Michigan and is home to approximately 14,718 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 70/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.
Crime rates here are below the national average, suggesting a relatively safe community.
The median household income here is $56,803, with home values near $162,300 and rents around $761/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.
Educational attainment is below the national average, with 23.8% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
Unemployment stands at 3.8%, which is near the national average.
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
Score Breakdown
| Dimension | Score | Grade | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | 66 | B | Lower crime = higher score |
| Affordability | 68 | B | Lower cost relative to income = higher |
| Quality of Life | 70 | B+ | Education, commute, ownership |
| Jobs & Economy | 74 | B+ | Lower unemployment = higher |
| Overall | 70 | B+ | Weighted 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).