NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 49720

MI · Population: 9,109

B+
78/100
77
B+
Safety
76
B+
Affordability
82
A
Quality of Life
77
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 49720

Zip code 49720 is located in Michigan and is home to approximately 9,109 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 78/100), 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 $68,545 and home values around $240,900, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 35.9% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 3.4%, 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

Median Income
$68,545
Home Value
$240,900
Rent
$914/mo
Median Age
52
College Educated
35.9%
Unemployment
3.4%
Owner-Occupied
76.9%
Rent Burden
16% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety77B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability76B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life82AEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy77B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall78B+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).