NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 49689

MI · Population: 1,610

B
68/100
68
B
Safety
76
B+
Affordability
80
A
Quality of Life
50
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 49689

Zip code 49689 is located in Michigan and is home to approximately 1,610 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 68/100), 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 $59,712 and home values around $127,100, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 22.4% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 6.6% 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
$59,712
Home Value
$127,100
Rent
$658/mo
Median Age
48
College Educated
22.4%
Unemployment
6.6%
Owner-Occupied
92.4%
Rent Burden
13.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety68BLower crime = higher score
Affordability76B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life80AEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy50C+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall68BWeighted 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).