ZIP Code 49426: Population, Income, Housing

State: MI
Total population: 40,523 Household income: $112,234 Rent: $1,344

Overview

Total population
40,523
Rent
$1,344
Year built
1997
Household income
$112,234
Per capita income
$44,779
Poverty rate
4.9%
Unemployment rate
N/A
Household size
2.9 persons
Rent over 30% of income
30.4%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State
Michigan
County
Ottawa County
City
Hudsonville
Total population
40,523
Adults over 25
25,633
Total households
13,727
Household size
2.9 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Income & Poverty

Household income
$112,234
Per capita income
$44,779
Poverty rate
4.9%
Unemployment rate
N/A
Rent over 30% of income
30.4%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Housing

Rent
$1,344
Year built
1997
Households that rent
11.1%
Households that own
88.9%
Rooms per home (all homes)
7.3

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Race

White
92.2%
Black
0.9%
Asian
1.4%
Two or more races
4.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino
3.6%
Not Hispanic or Latino
96.4%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Commute

Commute rate
17,865 (88.5%)
Commute time to work
22 mins
Work from home
2,327 (11.5%)

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Education

Less than high school
22%
High school graduate or GED
21.5%
Some college or associate degree
10.7%
Bachelor’s degree or higher
45.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

 

Comparison of ZIP Code 49426 with: Ottawa County, MI Grand Rapids metro area, MI Michigan United States

ZIP 49426

Total population40,523
Rent$1,344
Year built1997
Household income$112,234
Per capita income$44,779
Poverty rate4.9%
Unemployment rateN/A

Ottawa County, MI

Total population301,203
Rent$1,211
Year built1988
Household income$90,502
Per capita income$42,799
Poverty rate8.3%
Unemployment rate4.1%

Grand Rapids Metro Area, MI

Total population1,162,152
Rent$1,202
Year built1979
Household income$82,874
Per capita income$41,561
Poverty rate9.7%
Unemployment rate4%

Michigan State

Total population10,077,761
Rent$1,129
Year built1972
Household income$72,875
Per capita income$40,735
Poverty rate13.2%
Unemployment rate4.7%

United States

Total population334,922,499
Rent$1,413
Year built1980
Household income$80,734
Per capita income$44,673
Poverty rate12.5%
Unemployment rate4%
Metric ZIP49426 CountyOttawa, MIMetro AreaGrand Rapids metro area, MIStateMichiganCountryUnited States
Total population40,523301,2031,162,15210,077,761334,922,499
Rent$1,344$1,211$1,202$1,129$1,413
Year built19971988197919721980
Household income$112,234$90,502$82,874$72,875$80,734
Per capita income$44,779$42,799$41,561$40,735$44,673
Poverty rate4.9%8.3%9.7%13.2%12.5%
Unemployment rateN/A4.1%4%4.7%4%

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Summary for 49426

Rent & Income

In 49426, the typical monthly rent is $1,344 and the typical household income is $112,234. Rent here is higher than Michigan, and household income is higher than Michigan. The estimated poverty rate is 4.9%.

Housing & Affordability

This ZIP Code is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 11.1% of households. Around 30.4% of renters are cost-burdened, indicating a moderate level of rent pressure.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is very high, with about 45.7% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher.

 

ZIP 49426 — Rent vs Household Income

 

 

ZIP 49426 — Poverty

 

 

How ZIP 49426 compares in Michigan (88 ZIP Codes)

Metric This ZIP Rank Starts from State range
Rent $1,344 72 / 88 from lower rent $856 – $2,049
Household income $112,234 13 / 88 from higher income $30,680 – $131,558
Poverty rate 4.9% 6 / 88 from lower poverty 3.2% – 41.8%

Rankings are calculated among ZIP Codes in Michigan with total population > 30,000 (year 2024).

 

Detailed Ranking Explanation for ZIP Code 49426

Rent

In terms of rental prices, this ZIP stands 72nd out of 88 ZIP Codes in Michigan. Across Michigan, figures vary from $856 in ZIP 48601 up to $2,049 in ZIP 48322.

Household income

When comparing household incomes, ZIP Code 49426 stands 13th out of 88 ZIP Codes. Throughout Michigan, numbers span from $30,680 in ZIP 48228 up to $131,558 in ZIP 48178.

Poverty rate

Looking at poverty indicators, this ZIP stands 6th out of 88 ZIP Codes. At the state level, values extend from 3.2% in ZIP 48042 up to 41.8% in ZIP 48228.

 

💰 Rent in ZIP Code 49426 (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,344 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing — including the apartment or home and essential utilities like heat, water, and electricity.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in ZIP Code 49426

Annual Household Income: $112,234

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in the ZIP code — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in ZIP Code 49426

Estimated Rate: 4.9%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in ZIP Code 49426

In ZIP Code 49426, households that rent: 1,528 (11.1%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this ZIP Code?
Household Type Count Share
Renter-Occupied 1,528 11.1%
Owner-Occupied 12,199 88.9%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in ZIP Code 49426

In ZIP Code 49426, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 465 (30.4%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?
Household Group Households Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%) 465 30.4%
Other renter households 1,063 69.6%
Total renter households 1,528 100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in the ZIP code are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in ZIP Code 49426

Less than High School: 5,649 people (22%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 5,509 people (21.5%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 2,748 people (10.7%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 11,727 people (45.7%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 25,633

ℹ️ Have questions about how these statistics are calculated? See our data methodology & FAQs

 

Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.