ZIP Code 49534, Michigan
ZIP Code 49534 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 49534 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Kent County / Ottawa County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 23,719. The land area covers 35.27 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 23,719 | ±887 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.4 yrs | ±1.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,645 | ±457 | 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 | 10,001 | ±479 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,645 | ±457 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 356 | ±196 |
| Median Home Value | $306,700 | ±$14,970 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,280 | ±$53 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $81,657 | ±$4,818 |
| Per Capita Income | $44,283 | ±$3,076 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.5% | ±1.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,774 | ±461 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.8% | ±1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 12,958 | ±814 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91% | ±1.4% |
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: 673,002 (2024)
ID: 166593
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR/CONTROLLER
300 MONROE AVE NW, UNIT 1, GRAND RAPIDS MI 49503-2206
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | GRAND RAPIDS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | HUDSONVILLE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | GRAND RAPIDS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | ADA, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | ADA, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ZEELAND, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | GRAND RAPIDS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | ALLENDALE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | ALLENDALE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ALLENDALE, 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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Grand Valley State University
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College | 5.2 mi away | 1 Campus Dr, Allendale, MI, 49401-9403 |
6163312020
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WALKER BRANCH
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 4293 REMEMBRANCE ROAD NW, WALKER, MI, 49544 |
(616) 784-2007
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Grace Christian University
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College | 5.7 mi away | 1011 Aldon SW, Wyoming, MI, 49509 |
6165382330
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GRANDVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 4055 MAPLE STREET SW, GRANDVILLE, MI, 49418 |
(616) 784-2007
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Grand Rapids Community College
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College | 6.1 mi away | 143 Bostwick Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503-3295 |
6162344000
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GEORGETOWN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 1525 BALDWIN STREET, JENISON, MI, 49428 |
(616) 457-9620
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Empire Beauty School-Michigan
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College Vocational | 6.6 mi away | 3583 Alpine Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49544 |
8009204593
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WEST LEONARD BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 1017 LEONARD NW, GRAND RAPIDS, MI, 49504 |
(616) 988-5416
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Aquinas College
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College | 8.0 mi away | 1700 Fulton St. E, Grand Rapids, MI, 49506-1801 |
6166328900
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WEST SIDE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 713 BRIDGE STREET NW, GRAND RAPIDS, MI, 49504 |
(616) 988-5414
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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 E GRAND RAPIDS, MI US, located 9.0 miles from ZCTA5 49534. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.5° | 17.0° | 23.8° | 2.72" | 21.7" |
| February | 33.8° | 17.8° | 25.8° | 2.11" | 22.3" |
| March | 44.1° | 24.4° | 34.3° | 2.60" | 5.3" |
| April | 57.2° | 34.7° | 46.0° | 4.10" | 2.6" |
| May | 69.3° | 45.8° | 57.6° | 4.40" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.5° | 56.3° | 67.4° | 4.03" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.4° | 60.0° | 71.2° | 3.31" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.7° | 58.1° | 69.4° | 3.05" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.6° | 50.6° | 62.1° | 3.52" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.8° | 40.0° | 50.4° | 3.70" | 0.0" |
| November | 46.9° | 30.5° | 38.7° | 3.30" | 6.0" |
| December | 35.5° | 23.2° | 29.4° | 2.76" | 17.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walker city | City | 2.7 mi | — |
| Grandville city | City | 4.7 mi | — |
| Jenison CDP | CDP | 4.8 mi | — |
| Wyoming city | City | 6.5 mi | — |
| Grand Rapids city | City | 6.7 mi | — |
| Lamont CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 49534. • 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.