ZIP Code 49060 in Hickory Corners, MI

Data Last Updated: November 1, 2025
City:Hickory Corners, Michigan
City Alias:Hickory Crnrs
Counties:Barry County[Primary]
Kalamazoo County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:7:37:04 PM
Population:1,847 [See All]
Area Code:269
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:42.4235, -85.3960
Land Area:19.744 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 49060 has 1,847 residents and 764 households (average 2.42 persons per household). The median age is 47.6 years, significantly older than the state (40.1) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 53.2% male and 46.8% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (90.9%, much higher than the state average of 73.9% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (3.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 3.4%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:1,847Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:2,750Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:2,057Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:93.5 people per sq mile
Average Income:$115,802Source: Census ACS
Households:764Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$0Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.42Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.60Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--1,9321,9781,8981,9941,8981,8001,7081,7091,9022,7002,5152,6042,750
Decennial Census1,738------------------1,847------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 47.6

Male Median Age: 46.4

Female Median Age: 48.9

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male3956565654544557554462741096867373217
Female46543542403441585642497994595249269
Total85110919894888611511186111153203127119865826
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:1,67893.53%
Black:20.11%
Hispanic:*633.51%
Asian:50.28%
American Indian:80.45%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:382.12%
Total:1,794100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:98253.17%46.4 years
Females:86546.83%48.9 years
Total:1,847100%47.6 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:2,74299.71%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:80.29%
Total Population:2,750100%
Total Native Population:2,74299.71%
Total Foreign-born Population:80.29%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $115,802, which is far above the state median ($71,149), is up $49,830 (75.5%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $59,052. Family households earn a median of $171,033 versus $47,989 for nonfamily households (a difference of $123,044). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $51,607, which is falls short of the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $51,607 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 60.2%, which is below the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is far lower than the state rate (5.8%). The largest occupation group is Management (63.3%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$65,972$60,563$62,995$62,083$61,308$60,469$74,167$63,750$56,750$113,068$0$91,993$115,802
Median Family Income$64,545$62,634$64,801$63,664$64,167$74,402$90,125$87,692$74,861$0$250,001$0$171,033
Median NonFamily Income$66,838$55,385$49,783$56,250$47,731$34,893$42,981$47,635$42,431$44,375$48,304$46,844$47,989
Median Male Income$50,046$48,558$49,840$50,417$53,000$54,938$56,667$54,408$42,475$250,001$250,001$250,001$0
Median Female Income$30,114$31,786$32,500$33,218$33,244$33,281$33,611$38,206$39,747$42,416$55,759$48,716$51,607
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:1,42158.86%
Unemployed:331.37%
Not In Labor Force:96039.77%
Total:2,414100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:90063.34%
Service:20114.14%
Sales and Office:866.05%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:15010.56%
Production, transportation, and material moving:845.91%
Total Civilian Employed Population:1,421100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $0, which is considerably lower than the state median ($217,600), is down $225,200 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $298,900. The median gross rent is $742, which is well under the national median ($1,348), is up $13 (1.78%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $175. Of occupied housing, owners make up 84.72% (58.84% with a mortgage, 41.16% free-and-clear) and renters 15.28% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 10.75%, which is considerably lower than the state rate (12.16%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$225,200$215,700$190,400$180,700$189,900$190,200$252,800$299,600$298,900$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:3723.72%
$500 to $999:2817.95%
$1,000 to $1,499:85.13%
$1,500 to $1,999:00.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:2113.46%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:6239.74%
Total:156100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$729$900$1,284$1,025$780$1,056$516$518$567$722$569$0$742
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):50949.85%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):35634.87%
Renter Occupied:15615.28%
Total Occupied Housing Units:1,021100%

Occupied Housing Units:1,02189.25%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):12310.75%
Total Housing Units:1,144100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:1,12798.51%
Multi-Family Units:100.87%
Other Units:70.61%
Total Housing Units:1,144100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 64.10% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly above the state rate (31.80%), well above both the state and national averages. High school or higher is 96.60%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 3.50%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 27.10%, which is generally lower than the state rate (40.00%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is markedly below the state rate (8.80%), down 5.00 percentage points since 2011. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (57.04%). College enrollment is 57.04%, which is markedly above the state rate (26.60%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:251.18%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:472.23%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):28713.60%
Some college, no degree:31915.12%
Associate's degree:803.79%
Bachelor's degree:75335.69%
Graduate or professional degree:59928.39%
Total:2,110100%
High school or higher:2,03896.59%
Bachelor's degree or higher:1,35264.08%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:2,25472.85%
Public Insurance:74424.05%
No Insurance:963.10%
Total:3,094100%
Has Health Insurance:2,99896.90%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty5.0%4.3%5.7%5.9%1.4%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:00.00%
Kindergarten:358.79%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):13132.91%
High school (grades 9-12):51.26%
College or graduate school:22757.04%
Total:398100%
Early Childhood:358.79%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):17142.96%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 49060 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 17 business establishments, employing about 241 people with an annual payroll of $8,121,000. USPS data shows 850 residential mailboxes and 18 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:850Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:18Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:1,468Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:850Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:17Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$1,567,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$8,121,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:241Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 49060 is located in Barry County, Michigan, within the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 24340) and Michigan's 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Congressional Districts. This Metro area has a population of 1,154,320 people, about 0.16% of whom live in ZIP Code 49060. It covers 19.744 sq mi of land and a water area of 2.03 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MISource: Census
CBSA Number:24340Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:1,154,320Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:19.744 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:2.03 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:02,03,04Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:3281.19, 2628.74, 8457.8 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:2637960Source: Census
Place Name:Hickory Corners CDP; MichiganSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


49061 | | 49058

Schools in ZIP Code 49060


ZIP Code 49060 is in the Gull Lake Community Schools, which serves grades Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 1 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Kellogg Elementary School 9594 North 40th St
Hickory Corners, MI 49060
District: Gull Lake Community Schools
The Montessori School-Richland Campus 6274 N 32nd St
Richland, MI 49083
District: Private SchoolNearby
Cedar Creek Christian School 9213 Cedar Creek Rd
Delton, MI 49046
District: Private SchoolNearby
Bedford Bible Church School 21964 Bedford Rd N
Battle Creek, MI 49017
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 49060


Michigan Career And Technical Institute 11611 West Pine Lake Road
Plainwell, MI 49080-9254
Type: Post Secondary
The Salon Professional Academy-Battle Creek 1416 W. Columbia Ave.
Battle Creek, MI 49015
Type: Post Secondary
Kellogg Community College 450 North Ave
Battle Creek, MI 49017-3397
Type: Post Secondary
Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.d. School Of Medicine 300 Portage Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Type: Post Secondary
Kalamazoo College 1200 Academy St
Kalamazoo, MI 49006-3295
Type: Post Secondary
Western Michigan University 1903 W Michigan Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5200
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on November 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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