ZIP Code 49079, Michigan
ZIP Code 49079 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 49079 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Van Buren County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 13,414. The land area covers 83.36 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,414 | ±608 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.5 yrs | ±2.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,472 | ±298 | 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 | 6,216 | ±358 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,472 | ±298 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 744 | ±248 |
| Median Home Value | $234,400 | ±$14,832 |
| Median Gross Rent | $859 | ±$116 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $73,333 | ±$12,803 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,350 | ±$3,102 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.8% | ±3.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,557 | ±462 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.4% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,353 | ±538 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.1% | ±1.8% |
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: 76,129 (2024)
ID: 190465
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
219 E PAW PAW STREET, STE 303, PAW PAW MI 49079
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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 | KG-05 | KALAMAZOO, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PORTAGE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PORTAGE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | KALAMAZOO, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | BANGOR, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BANGOR, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | BANGOR, MI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | LAWRENCE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | BLOOMINGDALE, 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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Kalamazoo Valley Community College
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College | 11.6 mi away | 6767 West O Ave, Kalamazoo, MI, 49003-4070 |
2694884100
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PAW PAW DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 609 WEST MICHIGAN AVENUE, PAW PAW, MI, 49079 |
(269) 657-3800
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Western Michigan University
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College | 15.3 mi away | 1903 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI, 49008-5200 |
2693871000
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LAWTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 125 SOUTH MAIN STREET, LAWTON, MI, 49065 |
(269) 624-5481
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Kalamazoo College
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College | 16.0 mi away | 1200 Academy St, Kalamazoo, MI, 49006-3295 |
2693377000
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ANTWERP SUNSHINE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 24823 FRONT STREET, MATTAWAN, MI, 49071 |
(269) 668-2534
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West Michigan College of Barbering and Beauty
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College | 16.3 mi away | 3200 South Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo, MI, 49008 |
2693814424
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LAWRENCE COMMUNITY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 212 NORTH PAW PAW STREET, LAWRENCE, MI, 49064 |
(269) 674-3200
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Ross Medical Education Center-Portage
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College Vocational | 16.4 mi away | 6235 South Westnedge Ave, Portage, MI, 49002-2813 |
2696017151
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GOBLES BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 105 EAST MAIN STREET, GOBLES, MI, 49055 |
(269) 628-4537
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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 BLOOMINGDALE, MI US, located 10.3 miles from ZCTA5 49079. 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° | 17.2° | 24.6° | 3.17" | 35.9" |
| February | 34.7° | 18.1° | 26.4° | 2.33" | 22.9" |
| March | 45.1° | 25.3° | 35.2° | 2.53" | 7.9" |
| April | 57.8° | 34.6° | 46.2° | 3.64" | 1.7" |
| May | 69.6° | 46.2° | 57.9° | 4.09" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.2° | 56.5° | 67.8° | 3.83" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.9° | 60.1° | 71.5° | 3.65" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.3° | 58.5° | 69.9° | 3.86" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.6° | 50.8° | 62.7° | 3.40" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.7° | 40.2° | 50.9° | 4.40" | 0.5" |
| November | 48.1° | 30.8° | 39.5° | 3.21" | 7.3" |
| December | 37.1° | 23.4° | 30.2° | 3.03" | 32.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paw Paw village | Village | 2.0 mi | — |
| Lawton village | Village | 5.9 mi | — |
| Mattawan village | Village | 6.0 mi | — |
| Lawrence village | Village | 7.8 mi | — |
| Gobles city | City | 8.5 mi | — |
| Decatur village | Village | 9.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 49079. • 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.