49508 ZIP Code — Grand Rapids, MI
Kent County, Michigan
ZIP code 49508 is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, within Kent County. It covers approximately 11.77 square miles and serves a population of 42,515 residents. This is a standard ZIP code in the Eastern (ET) timezone, served by area code 616.
About ZIP code 49508
The housing stock consists of a mix of housing types. Most homes were built in the 1990s, giving the area an established character. Median home value is $226,900. Owner-occupancy sits near the national average at 59%.
Median household income is $62,183. 31% of households receive Social Security income, suggesting a notable retiree or disability population.
The dominant occupation class is management, business, and professional, with education and healthcare as the leading industry. The average commute of 21 minutes is near the national average.
Educational attainment is near the national average, with 34% of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
42,515
population
11.77
sq mi land
Standard
ZIP type
Eastern (ET)
timezone
49508 ZIP code map
Cities in ZIP code 49508
Below are the cities the US Postal Service accepts for ZIP code 49508. Using any city not on this list may result in mail delivery delays.
| City | Status |
|---|---|
| Grand Rapids | Acceptable |
| Grand Rapids | Acceptable |
| Grand Rapids | Preferred |
Nearby ZIP codes
49548 Grand Rapids (1.8 mi)
49509 Wyoming (4.3 mi)
49507 Grand Rapids (4.6 mi)
49512 Grand Rapids (4.9 mi)
49519 Wyoming (5.2 mi)
49506 Grand Rapids (5.3 mi)
49546 Grand Rapids (6 mi)
49503 Grand Rapids (6 mi)
49316 Caledonia (6.9 mi)
49555 Grand Rapids (7 mi)
49560 Grand Rapids (7 mi)
49530 Grand Rapids (7 mi)
Demographics
updated 05/2026
| Population | |
|---|---|
| Total population | 42,515 |
| Population density | 3,612 / sq mi |
| State FIPS | 26 |
| County FIPS | 081 |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Land area | 11.77 sq mi |
| Water area | 0.02 sq mi |
| Latitude | 42.8668 |
| Longitude | -85.6269 |
| Timezone | Eastern (ET) |
| Area code | 616 |
Total population by age
Gender
Race & ethnicity
Economics
updated 05/2026
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 42.5% | 37.6% | 42.6% |
| $50k – $100k | 35.6% | 33.5% | 31.1% |
| $100k – $200k | 18.8% | 22.7% | 20.6% |
| Over $200k | 3.1% | 6.2% | 5.7% |
Demographics & statistics
42,515
Population
3,612
People per sq mi
34.5
Median age
$62,183
Median household income
$31,136
Per capita income
$226,900
Median home value
$1,136
Median monthly rent
59.1%
Home ownership
10.3%
Poverty rate
4.2%
Unemployment
9,907
Housing units
34.3%
Bachelor's or higher
Age distribution
Male
Female
1,522
Under 5
1,787
1,824
5–9
2,140
1,156
10–14
1,356
1,195
15–19
1,403
1,119
20–24
1,314
3,079
25–34
3,614
2,424
35–44
2,845
1,956
45–54
2,295
1,213
55–59
1,423
1,058
60–64
1,241
1,923
65–74
2,256
714
75–84
839
377
85+
442
← Male
Female →
Age summary
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 11,440 | 26.9% |
| 18 and over | 31,075 | 73.1% |
| 65 and over | 6,551 | 15.4% |
| Median age | 34.5 years | |
Race & ethnicity
White
47.6%
Black or African American
25.3%
Two or more races
9.1%
Asian
9%
Hispanic or Latino
6.6%
Other race
2.4%
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| White | 21,671 | 47.6% |
| Black or African American | 11,499 | 25.3% |
| Two or more races | 4,139 | 9.1% |
| Asian | 4,119 | 9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3,011 | 6.6% |
| Other race | 1,072 | 2.4% |
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 42.5% | 37.6% | 42.6% |
| $50k – $100k | 35.6% | 33.5% | 31.1% |
| $100k – $200k | 18.8% | 22.7% | 20.6% |
| Over $200k | 3.1% | 6.2% | 5.7% |
Under $10k
3.2%
$10k–$15k
4.8%
$15k–$25k
5.8%
$25k–$35k
9.4%
$35k–$50k
15.8%
$50k–$75k
18.5%
$75k–$100k
14.7%
$100k–$150k
16.0%
$150k–$200k
6.6%
$200k+
5.2%
| Range | % of households |
|---|---|
| Under $10k | 3.2% |
| $10k–$15k | 4.8% |
| $15k–$25k | 5.8% |
| $25k–$35k | 9.4% |
| $35k–$50k | 15.8% |
| $50k–$75k | 18.5% |
| $75k–$100k | 14.7% |
| $100k–$150k | 16.0% |
| $150k–$200k | 6.6% |
| $200k+ | 5.2% |
| Median income | $62,183 |
Housing
Home values
Under $50k
6.1%
$50k–$100k
3.1%
$100k–$150k
6.0%
$150k–$200k
20.0%
$200k–$300k
46.6%
$300k–$500k
15.9%
$500k–$1M
1.0%
$1M+
1.2%
Housing overview
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median home value | $226,900 |
| Median rent / month | $1,136 |
| Owner occupied | 59.1% |
| Renter occupied | 40.9% |
| Vacant | 3.2% |
| Single-family detached | 52.9% |
| Large apartment buildings | 9.3% |
| Mobile homes | 2.0% |
| Median rooms | 5.6 |
| Avg household size (owned) | 2.84 |
Year built
| Era | % |
|---|---|
| 2020 or later | 0.3% |
| 2010–2019 | 3.7% |
| 2000–2009 | 5.7% |
| 1990–1999 | 20.1% |
| 1980–1989 | 16.6% |
| 1970–1979 | 18.9% |
| 1960–1969 | 15.8% |
| 1950–1959 | 13.0% |
| 1940–1949 | 4.1% |
| 1939 or earlier | 1.8% |
Bedrooms
| Size | % of units |
|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio) | 2.5% |
| 1 bedroom | 11.6% |
| 2 bedrooms | 24.3% |
| 3 bedrooms | 42.8% |
| 4 bedrooms | 15.2% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 3.6% |
Vehicles per household
| Vehicles | % of households |
|---|---|
| No vehicle | 8.6% |
| 1 vehicle | 34.2% |
| 2 vehicles | 42.3% |
| 3 or more | 14.9% |
Heating fuel
| Fuel type | % |
|---|---|
| Utility gas | 82.6% |
| Electricity | 15.1% |
| Propane / LP gas | 0.9% |
| Wood | 0.2% |
| No fuel used | 0.8% |
Households & families
| Household type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Married-couple family | 7,142 | 45.0% |
| Cohabiting couple | 1,248 | 7.9% |
| Male householder, no spouse | 2,145 | 13.5% |
| Female householder, no spouse | 5,333 | 33.6% |
| Households with children under 18 | 5,569 | 35.1% |
| Households with seniors (65+) | 4,717 | 29.7% |
| Average household size | 2.65 | |
Marital status
| Status | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Never married | 34.5% | 32.3% |
| Married | 52.7% | 42.7% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 2.0% | 7.6% |
| Divorced | 10.0% | 16.4% |
Education
Less than 9th grade
5.5%
Some HS, no diploma
4.8%
HS graduate
25.4%
Some college, no degree
21.0%
Associate's degree
9.0%
Bachelor's degree
25.0%
Graduate / professional
9.3%
| Metric | % |
|---|---|
| HS diploma or higher | 89.7% |
| Bachelor's or higher | 34.3% |
School enrollment (ages 3–17)
| Type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery / preschool | 748 | 6.9% |
| Kindergarten | 1,260 | 11.6% |
| Elementary school | 4,679 | 43.1% |
| High school | 2,154 | 19.8% |
| College / grad school | 2,012 | 18.5% |
Employment
Industry of employment
Education & healthcare
23.2%
Manufacturing
22.1%
Retail trade
9.8%
Professional & management
8.7%
Finance & real estate
7.6%
Arts, food & hospitality
6.5%
Other services
5.0%
Construction
4.8%
Transportation & utilities
4.8%
Wholesale trade
3.0%
Public administration
2.3%
Information
1.4%
Agriculture & mining
0.8%
Occupation
| Category | % |
|---|---|
| Management, business & arts | 36.6% |
| Service | 15.1% |
| Sales & office | 19.0% |
| Natural resources & construction | 6.1% |
| Production & transportation | 23.2% |
Employment type
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private sector | 88.3% |
| Government | 7.3% |
| Self-employed | 4.2% |
| Unpaid family workers | 0.1% |
Commute
| Method | % |
|---|---|
| Drive alone | 80.3% |
| Carpool | 8.1% |
| Public transit | 1.4% |
| Walk | 0.8% |
| Work from home | 7.8% |
| Other means | 1.6% |
| Avg commute (minutes) | 20.6 |
Poverty
All people
10.3%
Under 18 years
14.7%
18 and over
8.7%
Married-couple families
2.4%
Female-led households
20.3%
Income support
| Source | % of households |
|---|---|
| Social Security | 30.7% |
| Retirement income | 20.3% |
| Supplemental Security | 4.8% |
| Cash public assistance | 5.8% |
| Food stamps / SNAP | 14.8% |
Health indicators
| Condition | % |
|---|---|
| Obesity | 36.3% |
| High blood pressure | 32.9% |
| High cholesterol | 31.2% |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart disease | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| Arthritis | 25.9% |
| Kidney disease | 2.9% |
| Pulmonary disease | 7.0% |
| Cancer | 6.0% |
| Behavior / access | % |
|---|---|
| Smoking | 18.2% |
| Binge drinking | 19.4% |
| No physical activity | 19.1% |
| Less than 7 hrs sleep | 33.6% |
| Depression | 21.0% |
| Fair or poor health | 14.8% |
| Poor mental health | 16.2% |
| Poor physical health | 10.5% |
| No health insurance | 11.3% |
| Visited doctor (checkup) | 74.6% |
| Visited dentist | 66.7% |
| Cholesterol screening | 90.7% |
| Teeth loss | 13.2% |
Veterans & disability
| Veterans | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Civilian veterans | 2,038 | 6.6% |
| Disability | % |
|---|---|
| Any disability | 10.5% |
| Under 18 | 2.3% |
| 18–64 years | 10.8% |
| 65 and over | 24.0% |
Health insurance coverage
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private insurance | 69.7% |
| Public insurance | 38.7% |
| No insurance | 4.0% |
| Uninsured under 19 | 2.9% |
Language & origin
Language spoken at home (age 5+)
| Language | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 39,206 | 92.2% |
| Spanish | 5,161 | 13.2% |
| Other Indo-European | 1,026 | 2.6% |
| Asian & Pacific Islander | 1,701 | 4.3% |
| Other languages | 1,547 | 3.9% |
Place of birth & citizenship
| Origin | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Native born (US) | 34,879 | 82.0% |
| Born in same state | 34,295 | 80.7% |
| Born in different state | 27,403 | 64.5% |
| Foreign born | 584 | 1.4% |
| Naturalized citizen | 7,636 | 18.0% |
| Not a US citizen | 2,986 | 39.1% |
Ancestry
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| English | 5,725 | 13.5% |
| French | 2,504 | 5.9% |
| Italian | 1,824 | 4.3% |
| Arab | 1,752 | 4.1% |
| German | 234 | 0.6% |
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Polish | 217 | 0.5% |
| Norwegian | 167 | 0.4% |
| Dutch | 149 | 0.4% |
| Irish | 72 | 0.2% |
Technology access
| Metric | % of households |
|---|---|
| Computer access | 37.3% |
| Internet access | 95.0% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.
Frequently asked questions about ZIP code 49508
What city is ZIP code 49508 in?
ZIP code 49508 is primarily assigned to Grand Rapids, Michigan.
What county is ZIP code 49508 in?
ZIP code 49508 falls within Kent County, Michigan.
What is the population of ZIP code 49508?
ZIP code 49508 has an estimated population of 42,515 residents, with a density of 3,611 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in ZIP code 49508?
The median household income in ZIP code 49508 is $62,183, below the national median of ~$75,000.
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 49508?
The median home value in ZIP code 49508 is $226,900.
What timezone is ZIP code 49508 in?
ZIP code 49508 observes the EST timezone.