Zip Code 49426

MI · Population: 40,410

B+
75/100
64
B
Safety
86
A
Affordability
82
A
Quality of Life
67
B
Jobs
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About Zip Code 49426

Zip code 49426 is located in Michigan and is home to approximately 40,410 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 75/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are below the national average, suggesting a relatively safe community.

With a median household income of $103,705 and home values around $309,700, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 41.3% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 2.8%.

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
$103,705
Home Value
$309,700
Rent
$1,136/mo
Median Age
34
College Educated
41.3%
Unemployment
2.8%
Owner-Occupied
90%
Rent Burden
13.1% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety64BLower crime = higher score
Affordability86ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life82AEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy67BLower unemployment = higher
Overall75B+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).