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Zip Code 49854

MI · Population: 6,172

B
64/100
62
B
Safety
72
B+
Affordability
73
B+
Quality of Life
47
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 49854

Zip code 49854 is located in Michigan and is home to approximately 6,172 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 64/100), 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 $53,836 and home values around $120,000, 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 20.5% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 7.1% 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
$53,836
Home Value
$120,000
Rent
$563/mo
Median Age
53
College Educated
20.5%
Unemployment
7.1%
Owner-Occupied
82.5%
Rent Burden
12.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety62BLower crime = higher score
Affordability72B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life73B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy47CLower unemployment = higher
Overall64BWeighted 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).