ZIP Code 49106, Michigan
ZIP Code 49106 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 49106 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Berrien County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,741. The land area covers 14.69 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,741 | ±511 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.4 yrs | ±6.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,910 | ±198 | 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 | 2,332 | ±246 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,910 | ±198 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 422 | ±142 |
| Median Home Value | $262,400 | ±$27,228 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,124 | ±$156 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $72,500 | ±$11,549 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,871 | ±$5,421 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.8% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 553 | ±228 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.8% | ±2.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,171 | ±265 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.7% | ±1.2% |
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: 152,703 (2024)
ID: 128247
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
701 MAIN ST, SAINT JOSEPH MI 49085-1316
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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 | NILES, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-09 | BENTON HARBOR, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BENTON HARBOR, MI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | 06-12 | BERRIEN CENTER, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | BERRIEN SPRGS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BERRIEN SPRINGS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Berrien Springs, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | PK-12 | BERRIEN SPRGS, MI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | BERRIEN SPRINGS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BENTON HARBOR, 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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Twin City Beauty College
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College Vocational | 10.0 mi away | 2600 Lincoln Avenue, Saint Joseph, MI, 49085 |
6163555010
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BRIDGMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.5 mi away | 4460 LAKE STREET, BRIDGMAN, MI, 49106 |
(269) 465-3663
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Andrews University
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College | 10.4 mi away | 4150 Administration Drive, Room 136, Berrien Springs, MI, 49104 |
8002532874
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LINCOLN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 2099 WEST JOHN BEERS ROAD, STEVENSVILLE, MI, 49127 |
(269) 429-9575
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Lake Michigan College
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College | 13.8 mi away | 2755 East Napier Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022-1899 |
2699278100
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GALIEN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.6 mi away | 302 NORTH CLEVELAND AVENUE, GALIEN, MI, 49113 |
(269) 545-8281
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Saint Mary's College
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College | 22.1 mi away | 133 Le Mans Hall, Notre Dame, IN, 46556 |
5742844000
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THREE OAKS TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 3 NORTH ELM STREET, THREE OAKS, MI, 49128 |
(269) 756-5621
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Holy Cross College
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College | 22.7 mi away | 54515 State Road 933 North, Notre Dame, IN, 46556-0308 |
5742398377
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BERRIEN SPRINGS COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 215 WEST UNION STREET, BERRIEN SPRINGS, MI, 49103 |
(269) 471-7074
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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 BENTON HARBOR AP, MI US, located 14.4 miles from ZCTA5 49106. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33.2° | 19.5° | 26.3° | 2.46" | 29.5" |
| February | 35.7° | 21.2° | 28.5° | 1.89" | 18.8" |
| March | 46.8° | 27.7° | 37.3° | 2.26" | 7.7" |
| April | 59.3° | 36.9° | 48.1° | 3.76" | 1.1" |
| May | 70.1° | 47.0° | 58.5° | 3.85" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.5° | 56.6° | 68.1° | 3.60" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.1° | 62.1° | 72.6° | 3.30" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.4° | 60.4° | 70.9° | 3.90" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.5° | 53.6° | 64.5° | 3.40" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.1° | 43.8° | 53.4° | 4.40" | 0.2" |
| November | 49.4° | 33.8° | 41.6° | 3.01" | 3.8" |
| December | 37.8° | 25.3° | 31.6° | 2.33" | 16.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgman city | City | 0.7 mi | — |
| Baroda village | Village | 3.6 mi | — |
| New Troy CDP | CDP | 4.0 mi | — |
| Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert CDP | CDP | 5.1 mi | — |
| Stevensville village | Village | 5.4 mi | — |
| Shoreham village | Village | 8.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 49106. • 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.