ZIP Code 49060, Michigan
ZIP Code 49060 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 49060 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Barry County / Kalamazoo County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,660. The land area covers 19.74 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,660 | ±736 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 51.6 yrs | ±10.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,051 | ±275 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,243 | ±266 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,051 | ±275 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 192 | ±114 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| Median Gross Rent | $347 | ±$310 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $134,861 | ±$70,762 |
| Per Capita Income | $129,447 | ±$59,346 |
| Poverty Rate | 0.6% | ±0.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 16 | ±24 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.1% | ±5.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,509 | ±600 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 98.6% | ±5.9% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 64,025 (2024)
ID: 106262
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
220 W STATE ST, HASTINGS MI 49058-1849
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PORTAGE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PORTAGE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PORTAGE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | BATTLE CREEK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | BATTLE CREEK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | KALAMAZOO, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | SPRINGFIELD, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BATTLE CREEK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | BATTLE CREEK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | SPRINGFIELD, MI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Michigan Career and Technical Institute
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College Vocational | 8.0 mi away | 11611 West Pine Lake Road, Plainwell, MI, 49080-9254 |
2696644461
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RICHLAND COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 8951 PARK STREET, RICHLAND, MI, 49083 |
(269) 629-9085
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The Salon Professional Academy-Battle Creek
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College Vocational | 12.7 mi away | 1416 W. Columbia Ave., Battle Creek, MI, 49015 |
26996244001016
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DELTON DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 330 NORTH GROVE STREET, DELTON, MI, 49046 |
(269) 623-8040
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Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine
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College | 12.9 mi away | 300 Portage Street, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007 |
2693374500
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AUGUSTA-ROSS TOWNSHIP DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 105 SOUTH WEBSTER STREET, AUGUSTA, MI, 49012 |
(269) 731-4000
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Kellogg Community College
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College | 13.1 mi away | 450 North Ave, Battle Creek, MI, 49017-3397 |
2699653931
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GALESBURG MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 188 EAST MICHIGAN AVENUE, GALESBURG, MI, 49053 |
(269) 665-7839
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Kalamazoo College
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College | 13.6 mi away | 1200 Academy St, Kalamazoo, MI, 49006-3295 |
2693377000
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DOWLING PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 1765 EAST DOWLING ROAD, HASTINGS, MI, 49058 |
(269) 721-3743
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at GULL LAKE BIOLOGICAL STN, MI US, located 2.3 miles from ZCTA5 49060. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.0° | 18.8° | 25.4° | 2.95" | — |
| February | 35.6° | 19.8° | 27.7° | 1.93" | — |
| March | 47.5° | 28.3° | 37.9° | 2.26" | — |
| April | 60.8° | 38.0° | 49.4° | 3.57" | — |
| May | 72.4° | 49.1° | 60.7° | 3.93" | — |
| June | 81.4° | 58.2° | 69.8° | 3.95" | — |
| July | 84.7° | 61.8° | 73.3° | 3.83" | — |
| August | 82.3° | 60.6° | 71.5° | 4.18" | — |
| September | 75.6° | 53.1° | 64.3° | 3.48" | — |
| October | 62.9° | 43.4° | 53.1° | 3.95" | — |
| November | 48.4° | 33.9° | 41.1° | 2.94" | — |
| December | 36.7° | 24.5° | 30.6° | 2.52" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hickory Corners CDP | CDP | 1.2 mi | — |
| South Gull Lake CDP | CDP | 2.6 mi | — |
| Richland village | Village | 4.5 mi | — |
| Delton CDP | CDP | 5.0 mi | — |
| Augusta village | Village | 6.6 mi | — |
| Level Park-Oak Park CDP | CDP | 7.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 49060. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.