ZIP Code 49074 in Nazareth, MI

Data Last Updated: February 1, 2026
City:Nazareth, Michigan
County:Kalamazoo County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:8:01:16 AM
Population:185 [See All]
Area Code:269
Classification:PO Box
Coordinates:42.2584, -85.5748
Land Area:0.249 sq mi
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49074 - Nazareth, MI

ZIP Code 49074, Nazareth

Retirement Unique ZIP
LocationKalamazoo County, MI
Area0 sq mi Single Point
Population185
Households72
PO Boxes101 Regional Hub (140%)
Median Age79.6 years (Senior)
ZIP CreatedBefore Oct 2004
Enclosed InZIP Code 49048
Key Facts
  • Nazareth has 185 residents with a median age of 79, making it one of Michigan's oldest communities by age demographics.
  • The post office maintains 101 PO Boxes for 72 occupied households, indicating the facility serves customers from surrounding rural areas as well.
  • This is a PO Box-only ZIP code with one rural carrier route serving Gull Road, the only street name recorded in postal delivery data.
  • The PO Box adoption rate of 1.40 means the post office serves about 40% more customers than local households, drawing from the broader region.
  • Median household income is $21,563, reflecting the retirement-age population living on fixed incomes.
  • The community has 40 business PO Box customers despite having no commercial establishments in employment data, likely small home-based operations.

Postal Services

The post office provides PO Box service to this rural area southeast of Kalamazoo. With a PO Box adoption rate of 1.40, the facility serves customers beyond the immediate ZIP boundaries, including some from the surrounding countryside where rural route delivery may not reach. Most residents here receive retirement income, with a median household income of $21,563. The community sits within the larger Kalamazoo metro area, close to Burke Acres and Eastwood neighborhoods.

Street Name Patterns

Single Street

Gull Road is the only street name in postal records for 49074, representing the rural character of this retirement community. The name references nearby Gull Lake, a recreational area in Kalamazoo County.

Nearby Areas

Burke Acres Eastwood Parchment Eastside Northside
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 49074 has 185 residents and 72 households (average 1.07 persons per household). The median age is 79.6 years, significantly older than the state (40.1) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 21.6% male and 78.4% female, which is much lower than the state male share (49.3%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (85.9%, much higher than the state average of 73.9% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (11.9%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 0.5%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:185Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:194Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:743.0 people per sq mile
Average Income:$33,750Source: Census ACS
Households:72Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$666,666,666Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:1.07Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:10.57Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group201020112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Census ACS Population Estimate--193238208177168175136135160146219223212194
Decennial Census149------------------185--------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

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


Median Age: 79.6

Male Median Age: 68

Female Median Age: 82.4

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male0200013210105661201
Female20000110201201113223852
Total22000242302251719343853
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:15986.41%
Black:2211.96%
Hispanic:*10.54%
Asian:21.09%
American Indian:00%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:00%
Total:184100%
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:4021.62%68.0 years
Females:14578.38%82.4 years
Total:185100%79.6 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:194100.00%
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:00.00%
Total Population:194100%
Total Native Population:194100.00%
Total Foreign-born Population:00.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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 2024, the Median household income is $33,750, which is well under the national median ($80,734), is up $14,773 (77.8%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $11,023. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $0 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 14.9%, which is far less than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Service (41.4%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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 Type20112012201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Household Income$18,977$18,603$19,432$17,308$18,641$18,967$19,479$25,682$22,727$0$0$0$21,563$33,750
Median Family Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median NonFamily Income$18,977$17,794$18,864$16,346$18,152$18,478$19,479$24,519$17,212$16,771$0$0$0$0
Median Male Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Female Income$41,250$57,222$57,386$66,157$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:2914.95%
Unemployed:00.00%
Not In Labor Force:16585.05%
Total:194100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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:620.69%
Service:1241.38%
Sales and Office:1137.93%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:00.00%
Production, transportation, and material moving:00.00%
Total Civilian Employed Population:29100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2024, the median home value is $0, which is much lower than the national median ($332,700), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. The median gross rent is $425, which is well under the national median ($1,413), is up $158 (59.18%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $35. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.

Explore More:Compare Home ValueHome Value Over TimeRent & Over TimeHousing Occupancy

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Home Value$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:1967.86%
$500 to $999:932.14%
$1,000 to $1,499:00.00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:00.00%
Total:28100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Rent$267$267$266$238$375$414$402$486$390$381$384$440$423$425
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):00.00%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):00.00%
Renter Occupied:28100.00%
Total Occupied Housing Units:28100%

Occupied Housing Units:28100.00%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):00.00%
Total Housing Units:28100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

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


Single-Family Units:00.00%
Multi-Family Units:28100.00%
Other Units:00.00%
Total Housing Units:28100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2024, 23.20% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 72.60%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). Private coverage is 37.80%, which is falls below the national rate (67.10%). Public coverage is 95.80%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%). Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (75.00%). College enrollment is 75.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:3216.84%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:2010.53%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):4021.05%
Some college, no degree:4423.16%
Associate's degree:105.26%
Bachelor's degree:2111.05%
Graduate or professional degree:2312.11%
Total:190100%
High school or higher:13872.63%
Bachelor's degree or higher:4423.16%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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


Private Insurance:5428.27%
Public Insurance:13771.73%
No Insurance:00.00%
Total:191100%
Has Health Insurance:191100.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
% of People in Poverty0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%-666,666,666.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):00.00%
High school (grades 9-12):125.00%
College or graduate school:375.00%
Total:4100%
Early Childhood:00.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):125.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 49074 is designated for PO Box delivery only; business establishment and employment data are not available.

# Residential Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:393Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:0Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$0Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$0Source: CBP
# of Employees:0Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 49074 is located in Kalamazoo County, Michigan, within the Kalamazoo-Portage, MI Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 28020) and Michigan's 4th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 326,589 people, about 0.06% of whom live in ZIP Code 49074. It covers 0.249 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Kalamazoo-Portage, MISource: Census
CBSA Number:28020Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:326,589Source: Census
MSA:Kalamazoo-Battle Creek, MI MSASource: Census
Land Area:0.249 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:--Source: Census
Congressional District:04Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:8457.8 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:--Source: Census
Place Name:--Source: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


49075 | | 49073

Schools in ZIP Code 49074


We could not locate which school district 49074 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Milwood Elementary School 3400 Lovers Ln
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
District: Kalamazoo Public School DistrictNearby
Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program 3333 S Westnedge Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
District: Kalamazoo Public School DistrictNearby
Paramount Charter Academy 3624 S Westnedge Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
District: UnknownNearby
Parkwoodupjohn Elementary School 2321 S Park St
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
District: Kalamazoo Public School DistrictNearby
Greenwood Elementary School 3501 Moreland St
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
District: Kalamazoo Public School DistrictNearby
Providence Christian School 100 Pratt Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
District: Private SchoolNearby
Gagie School 615 Fairview Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
District: Private SchoolNearby
Tree Of Life School 2001 Cameron St
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 49074


West Michigan College Of Barbering And Beauty 3200 South Westnedge Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Type: Post Secondary
Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.d. School Of Medicine 300 Portage Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Type: Post Secondary
Ross Medical Education Center-Portage 6235 South Westnedge Ave
Portage, MI 49002-2813
Type: Post Secondary
Western Michigan University 1903 W Michigan Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5200
Type: Post Secondary
Kalamazoo College 1200 Academy St
Kalamazoo, MI 49006-3295
Type: Post Secondary
Davenport University-Kalamazoo Location 6767 West O Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49003-4070
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 February 1, 2026.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2024 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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