| City: | Berrien Springs, Michigan |
| City Alias: | Berrien Sprgs |
| Names to Avoid: | Andrews University |
| County: | Berrien County |
| Timezone: | Eastern (GMT -05:00) |
| Local Time: | 8:01:38 AM |
| Population: | 380 [See All] |
| Area Code: | 269 |
| Classification: | Unique [Company/Government] |
| Coordinates: | 41.9626, -86.3592 |
| Land Area: | 0.168 sq mi |
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Andrews University, the flagship institution of the Seventh-day Adventist educational system, operates under dedicated ZIP code 49104 in Berrien County. Founded as Battle Creek College in 1874, it became the first higher education facility established by Seventh-day Adventists. The institution relocated to Berrien Springs in 1901, operating as Emmanuel Missionary College until adopting the Andrews University name in 1960 to honor early Adventist missionary J.N. Andrews. The campus sits along the St. Joseph River, just 12 miles from Lake Michigan and 65 miles from Chicago.
The 2020 Census counted 380 residents within this ZIP, with a median age of 21.7 years reflecting the student population. An overwhelming 93% live in non-institutional group quarters, indicating dormitory housing. All 14 housing units are renter-occupied. The campus draws students from over 100 countries, making it the second most ethnically diverse university in America.
Postal records show 22 ZIP+4 codes routing mail to facilities along US Highway 31. Census Business Patterns reports 7 establishments employing 1,703 workers. This unique ZIP has served Andrews University for over two decades. Berrien Springs is the valid mailing city for correspondence to the university.
| Population: | 380 |
| Median Age: | 21.7 |
| Housing Units: | 14 |
| Establishments: | 7 |
| Employment: | 1,703 |
Buildings registered in the USPS ZIP+4 database with designated codes for direct mail delivery.
ZIP Code 49104 has 380 residents and 14 households (average 1.79 persons per household). The median age is 21.7 years, significantly younger than the state (40.1) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 34.5% male and 65.5% female, which is much lower than the state male share (49.3%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are Black or African American (40.0%, much higher than the state average of 13.7% and well above the national average of 12.4%) and White (36.6%, much lower than the state average of 73.9% and well below the national average of 61.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 13.4%, which is much higher than the state average (5.6%), and Black or African American share is much higher than both the state (13.7%) and national averages (12.4%).
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| 2020 Population: | 380Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 383Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 2,261.9 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $0Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 14Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $666,666,666Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 1.79Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 1.44Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 512 | 593 | 722 | 818 | 825 | 863 | 777 | 740 | 668 | 535 | 682 | 479 | 410 | 383 |
| Decennial Census | 868 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 380 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 21.7
Male Median Age: 24.8
Female Median Age: 21.4
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 0 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 56 | 20 | 20 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 10 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Female | 0 | 1 | 0 | 49 | 146 | 20 | 14 | 2 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 1 | 2 | 58 | 202 | 40 | 34 | 7 | 13 | 2 | 10 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| White: | 139 | 33.66% |
| Black: | 152 | 36.80% |
| Hispanic:* | 51 | 12.35% |
| Asian: | 43 | 10.41% |
| American Indian: | 2 | 0.48% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 26 | 6.30% |
| Total: | 413 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 131 | 34.47% | 24.8 years |
| Females: | 249 | 65.53% | 21.4 years |
| Total: | 380 | 100% | 21.7 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 220 | 57.44% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 27 | 7.05% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 29 | 7.57% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 107 | 35.51% |
| Total Population: | 383 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 247 | 64.49% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 136 | 35.51% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $0, which is well under the national median ($80,734), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. 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 narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 61.1%, which is a bit lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.4%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (39.9%).
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| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Family Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $14,250 | $14,000 | $13,500 | $13,438 | $13,500 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Female Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Employed: | 233 | 60.84% |
| Unemployed: | 1 | 0.26% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 149 | 38.90% |
| Total: | 383 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 93 | 39.91% |
| Service: | 61 | 26.18% |
| Sales and Office: | 72 | 30.90% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 7 | 3.00% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 233 | 100% |
In 2024, 100.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far higher than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 11.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). Public coverage is 9.90%, which is far lower than the national rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is -666,666,666.00%, which is far lower than 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 (100.00%). College enrollment is 100.00%, which is far higher than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 0 | 0.00% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Some college, no degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Associate's degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 16 | 43.24% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 21 | 56.76% |
| Total: | 37 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 37 | 100.00% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 37 | 100.00% |
| Private Insurance: | 309 | 79.43% |
| Public Insurance: | 38 | 9.77% |
| No Insurance: | 42 | 10.80% |
| Total: | 389 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 347 | 89.20% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 0.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
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.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 0 | 0.00% |
| College or graduate school: | 372 | 100.00% |
| Total: | 372 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0.00% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 0 | 0.00% |
ZIP Code 49104 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 7 business establishments, employing about 1,675 people with an annual payroll of $35,559,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 655Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 7Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $9,249,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $35,559,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 1,675Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 49104 is located in Berrien County, Michigan, within the Niles, MI Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 35660) and Michigan's 5th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 156,813 people, about 0.24% of whom live in ZIP Code 49104. It covers 0.168 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Niles, MISource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 35660Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MetroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 156,813Source: Census |
| MSA: | Benton Harbor, MI MSASource: Census |
| Land Area: | 0.168 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | --Source: Census |
| Congressional District: | 05Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 2348.7 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | --Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 2607860Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Berrien Springs village; MichiganSource: Census |
We could not locate which school district 49104 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.
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 March 1, 2026.