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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 49508 has 41,851 residents and 15,795 households (average 2.62 persons per household). The median age is 35.6 years, younger than the state (40.1) and younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 47.7% male and 52.3% female, which is slightly lower than the state male share (49.3%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (53.4%, much lower than the state average of 73.9% and well below the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (24.8%, much higher than the state average of 13.7% and well above the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 9.3%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%), and Black or African American share is much higher than both the state (13.7%) and national averages (12.4%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.

2020 Population:	41,851Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:	42,720Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:	42,839Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	3,554.5 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$70,120Source: Census ACS

Households:	15,795Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$281,600Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	2.62Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	3.19Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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Group	2010	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Census ACS Population Estimate	--	39,589	40,101	40,609	41,389	41,613	41,139	41,215	40,830	39,571	40,409	42,688	42,515	41,924	42,720
Decennial Census	39,148	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	41,851	--	--	--	--

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: 35.6

Male Median Age: 33.9

Female Median Age: 37.3

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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	1,480	1,537	1,423	1,404	1,341	1,613	1,526	1,423	1,156	1,053	1,084	1,158	1,133	943	676	465	297	260
Female	1,462	1,488	1,360	1,301	1,362	1,641	1,597	1,472	1,237	1,181	1,217	1,331	1,419	1,186	982	669	449	525
Total	2,942	3,025	2,783	2,705	2,703	3,254	3,123	2,895	2,393	2,234	2,301	2,489	2,552	2,129	1,658	1,134	746	785

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

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Population by Race

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White:	22,359	52.37%
Black:	10,382	24.32%
Hispanic:*	3,875	9.08%
Asian:	4,022	9.42%
American Indian:	237	0.56%
Hawaiian:	12	0.03%
Other:	1,808	4.23%
Total:	42,695	100%

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.

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Gender Breakdown

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Gender	Count	%	Median Age
Males:	19,972	47.72%	33.9 years
Females:	21,879	52.28%	37.3 years
Total:	41,851	100%	35.6 years

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	34,280	80.24%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	489	1.14%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	3,671	8.59%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	4,280	18.61%
Total Population:	42,720	100%
Total Native Population:	34,769	81.39%
Total Foreign-born Population:	7,951	18.61%

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 $70,120, which is far less than the national median ($80,734), is up $21,474 (44.1%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $12,716. Family households earn a median of $86,725 versus $48,063 for nonfamily households (a difference of $38,662). By gender, male median income is $56,071 and female is $50,521, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $5,550 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 67.7%, which is well above the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 4.8%, which is narrowly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (35.2%).

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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)

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Income Type	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Median Household Income	$48,646	$49,094	$48,616	$51,003	$52,748	$53,237	$54,994	$55,580	$57,404	$57,515	$61,324	$62,183	$65,328	$70,120
Median Family Income	$57,500	$57,001	$55,516	$57,509	$57,864	$60,703	$63,190	$65,317	$66,578	$70,613	$73,845	$77,641	$82,702	$86,725
Median NonFamily Income	$29,293	$29,767	$30,995	$31,267	$34,435	$33,921	$34,005	$35,364	$36,241	$37,132	$42,613	$45,560	$47,924	$48,063
Median Male Income	$46,281	$44,466	$44,826	$43,916	$43,642	$41,400	$44,006	$42,447	$45,438	$47,991	$53,438	$55,754	$58,240	$56,071
Median Female Income	$34,099	$34,281	$33,745	$34,219	$34,768	$34,876	$36,035	$36,767	$37,344	$40,545	$42,504	$46,849	$51,141	$50,521

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income

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

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Employment Status

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Employed:	21,059	64.37%
Unemployed:	1,068	3.26%
Not In Labor Force:	10,589	32.37%
Total:	32,716	100%

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)

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Management, business, science, and arts:	7,410	35.19%
Service:	3,403	16.16%
Sales and Office:	3,982	18.91%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	1,388	6.59%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	4,876	23.15%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	21,059	100%

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 $281,600, which is much lower than the national median ($332,700), is up $141,900 (101.57%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $123,800. The median gross rent is $1,264, which is lower than the national median ($1,413), is up $553 (77.78%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $330. Of occupied housing, owners make up 60.66% (64.65% with a mortgage, 35.35% free-and-clear) and renters 39.34% - making this ZIP Code higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 4.49%, which is much lower than the national rate (10.12%).

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

Median Home Value (Comparison)

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

Median Home Value Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Median Home Value	$139,700	$135,100	$130,700	$129,000	$130,900	$134,700	$141,500	$148,700	$157,800	$168,100	$184,300	$226,900	$257,900	$281,600

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid

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Less than $500:	519	8.42%
$500 to $999:	817	13.25%
$1,000 to $1,499:	2,937	47.63%
$1,500 to $1,999:	890	14.43%
$2,000 to $2,499:	609	9.88%
$2,500 to $2,999:	159	2.58%
$3,000 or more:	111	1.80%
No Rent:	124	2.01%
Total:	6,166	100%

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

Median Gross Rent Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Median Rent	$711	$741	$744	$770	$786	$834	$877	$909	$934	$979	$1,049	$1,136	$1,179	$1,264

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy

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Owner Occupied (with mortgage):	6,147	39.22%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	3,361	21.44%
Renter Occupied:	6,166	39.34%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	15,674	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	15,674	95.51%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	737	4.49%
Total Housing Units:	16,411	100%

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

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

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Single-Family Units:	10,549	64.28%
Multi-Family Units:	5,578	33.99%
Other Units:	284	1.73%
Total Housing Units:	16,411	100%

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

Education, Health & Community

In 2024, 34.40% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 89.30%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 4.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is 6.50%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%), down 4.50 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 elementary (45.38%). College enrollment is 16.93%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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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)

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Less than 9th grade:	1,595	5.73%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	1,394	5.01%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	6,732	24.20%
Some college, no degree:	6,102	21.93%
Associate's degree:	2,424	8.71%
Bachelor's degree:	6,755	24.28%
Graduate or professional degree:	2,819	10.13%
Total:	27,821	100%
High school or higher:	24,832	89.26%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	9,574	34.41%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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

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Private Insurance:	29,187	60.98%
Public Insurance:	16,963	35.44%
No Insurance:	1,711	3.57%
Total:	47,861	100%
Has Health Insurance:	46,150	96.43%

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)

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
% of People in Poverty	12.0%	12.0%	11.6%	9.9%	10.8%	9.5%	7.3%	6.6%	7.5%	7.0%	6.9%	6.1%	7.5%	6.5%

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)

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Nursery School, Preschool:	923	8.41%
Kindergarten:	799	7.28%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	4,980	45.38%
High school (grades 9-12):	2,413	21.99%
College or graduate school:	1,858	16.93%
Total:	10,973	100%
Early Childhood:	1,722	15.69%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	8,192	74.66%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

City:	Grand Rapids, Michigan
City Alias:	Kentwood, Wyoming
Names to Avoid:	Cutlerville, Gr
County:	Kent County
Timezone:	Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:	8:04:20 AM
Population:	41,851 [See All]
Area Code:	616
Classification:	Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:	42.8668, -85.6269
Land Area:	11.774 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/49508/zip-code-49508.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	16,351Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	929Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	17,288Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	11,134Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	3,007Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	772Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$243,173,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$896,161,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	16,739Source: CBP

CBSA Name:	Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MISource: Census
CBSA Number:	24340Source: Census
CBSA Type:	MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:	--Source: Census
CBSA Population:	774,160Source: Census
MSA:	Grand Rapids-Muskegon-Holland, MI MSASource: Census
Land Area:	11.774 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	0.021 sq miSource: Census

Congressional District:	03Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	2628.74 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:	--Source: Census
Intro Date:	< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:	2634000Source: Census
Place Name:	Grand Rapids city; MichiganSource: Census

ZIP Code 49508 in Grand Rapids, MI

Population & Demographics

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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

Population by Race

Gender Breakdown

Nativity & Citizenship

Income & Employment

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

Average Household Income

Employment Status

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

Housing & Affordability

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Median Home Value Over Time

Gross Rent Paid

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Housing Occupancy

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

Education, Health & Community

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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

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

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Business & Employment Statistics

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes

Schools in ZIP Code 49508

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 49508

Sources & References