Kalamazoo ZIP Codes — Kalamazoo County, MI

There are 10 unique ZIP codes in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Area code: 269.

ZIP codes

183.24

sq mi land

2.54

sq mi water

269

area code

Kalamazoo, MI ZIP code map

About Kalamazoo, MI

Kalamazoo, Michigan, is a vibrant city renowned for its rich history and cultural diversity. Situated in Kalamazoo County, it serves as a hub for education and industry within the state. The city is well-known for its unique blend of urban and natural environments, offering various recreational opportunities.

Location & geography

Kalamazoo is located in the southwestern part of Michigan, with nearby cities including Portage, which is just five miles away, and Battle Creek, located about 30 miles to the east. The city's terrain features a combination of urban development and green spaces, while its water area covers 2.81 square miles, contributing to the local ecosystem. Altogether, Kalamazoo spans a land area of 205.29 square miles.

Community & economy

The character of Kalamazoo is defined by its friendly residents and lively neighborhoods, fostering a strong sense of community. Key industries in the area include healthcare, education, and manufacturing, which provide a robust job market for locals. Daily life is enriched by a variety of cultural events, local breweries, and art galleries that showcase the city's creative spirit.

Transportation

Kalamazoo is accessible via major highways, including Interstate 94, which runs east to west, and U.S. Highway 131, connecting north to south. The nearest named airport is the Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport, facilitating regional and national travel. Public transit options, such as the Kalamazoo Metro Transit system, provide residents with convenient access to various parts of the city.

History

Kalamazoo was founded in the mid-19th century, originally serving as a center for agriculture and trade. One of the key industries that helped develop Kalamazoo was the production of furniture, particularly during the 1880s and 1900s when it became known as a significant hub for this sector. Notable events in Kalamazoo's history include the establishment of Western Michigan University, which has played a crucial role in the city's educational landscape.

Did you know?

One surprising fact about Kalamazoo is its connection to the famous 'Kalamazoo College,' a liberal arts college that has fostered numerous influential leaders. Additionally, the city is known for its vibrant craft beer scene, contributing to Michigan's reputation as one of the top beer-producing states in the U.S.

ZIP codes for Kalamazoo, MI (10)

ZIP code	City	County	Map
49001	Kalamazoo	Kalamazoo	View map
49003	Kalamazoo	Kalamazoo	View map
49004	Kalamazoo	Kalamazoo	View map
49005	Kalamazoo	Kalamazoo	View map
49006	Kalamazoo	Kalamazoo	View map
49007	Kalamazoo	Kalamazoo	View map
49008	Kalamazoo	Kalamazoo	View map
49009	Kalamazoo	Kalamazoo	View map
49019	Kalamazoo	Kalamazoo	View map
49048	Kalamazoo	Kalamazoo	View map

Demographics & statistics

162,131

Population

32.6

Median age

$62,662

Median household income

$35,173

Per capita income

$171,886

Median home value

$982

Median monthly rent

54.3%

Home ownership

19.5%

Poverty rate

7.8%

Unemployment

43,066

Housing units

37.6%

Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female

4,472

Under 5

4,536

4,551

5–9

4,616

4,611

10–14

4,678

6,358

15–19

6,450

12,091

20–24

12,267

11,489

25–34

11,656

9,465

35–44

9,603

8,065

45–54

8,181

3,923

55–59

3,980

4,343

60–64

4,405

6,747

65–74

6,845

2,916

75–84

2,958

1,452

85+

1,473

← Male

Female →

Age summary

Group	Count	%
Under 18	33,098	19.9%
18 and over	129,033	80.1%
65 and over	22,391	13.0%
Median age	32.6 years

Race & ethnicity

White 69.4%

Black or African American 15.1%

Two or more races 7.4%

Hispanic or Latino 3.5%

Asian 2.6%

Other race 1.5%

American Indian / Alaska Native 0.3%

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.1%

Group	Count	%
White	116,710	69.4%
Black or African American	25,458	15.1%
Two or more races	12,425	7.4%
Hispanic or Latino	5,955	3.5%
Asian	4,445	2.6%
Other race	2,456	1.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native	511	0.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander	126	0.1%

Household income

Under $10k 7.0%

$10k–$15k 5.3%

$15k–$25k 9.4%

$25k–$35k 9.8%

$35k–$50k 13.7%

$50k–$75k 17.1%

$75k–$100k 11.6%

$100k–$150k 14.9%

$150k–$200k 5.6%

$200k+ 5.6%

Range	% of households
Under $10k	7.0%
$10k–$15k	5.3%
$15k–$25k	9.4%
$25k–$35k	9.8%
$35k–$50k	13.7%
$50k–$75k	17.1%
$75k–$100k	11.6%
$100k–$150k	14.9%
$150k–$200k	5.6%
$200k+	5.6%
Median income	$62,662

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 7.7%

$50k–$100k 16.5%

$100k–$150k 19.7%

$150k–$200k 19.0%

$200k–$300k 22.0%

$300k–$500k 10.6%

$500k–$1M 3.7%

$1M+ 0.6%

Housing overview

Metric	Value
Median home value	$171,886
Median rent / month	$982
Owner occupied	54.3%
Renter occupied	45.7%
Vacant	8.2%
Single-family detached	57.0%
Large apartment buildings	12.4%
Mobile homes	3.5%
Median rooms	5.4
Avg household size (owned)	2.44

Year built

Era	%
2020 or later	0.2%
2010–2019	4.8%
2000–2009	8.1%
1990–1999	9.7%
1980–1989	9.2%
1970–1979	12.9%
1960–1969	10.9%
1950–1959	13.6%
1940–1949	8.0%
1939 or earlier	22.7%

Bedrooms

Size	% of units
No bedroom (studio)	2.3%
1 bedroom	14.6%
2 bedrooms	30.4%
3 bedrooms	33.8%
4 bedrooms	14.2%
5+ bedrooms	4.6%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles	% of households
No vehicle	9.6%
1 vehicle	38.0%
2 vehicles	35.1%
3 or more	17.3%

Heating fuel

Fuel type	%
Utility gas	74.0%
Electricity	20.2%
Propane / LP gas	3.0%
Fuel oil	0.9%
Wood	0.5%
No fuel used	0.8%

Households & families

Household type	Count	%
Married-couple family	24,861	34.4%
Cohabiting couple	6,241	10.1%
Male householder, no spouse	14,237	22.9%
Female householder, no spouse	21,057	32.6%
Households with children under 18	17,621	25.3%
Households with seniors (65+)	16,385	23.5%
Average household size	2.29

Marital status

Status	Male	Female
Never married	49.3%	45.8%
Married	36.7%	34.7%
Separated	1.4%	1.4%
Widowed	1.8%	6.4%
Divorced	10.8%	11.7%

Education

Less than 9th grade 2.5%

Some HS, no diploma 5.7%

HS graduate 23.8%

Some college, no degree 21.8%

Associate's degree 8.7%

Bachelor's degree 23.2%

Graduate / professional 14.3%

Metric	%
HS diploma or higher	91.8%
Bachelor's or higher	37.6%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

Type	Count	%
Nursery / preschool	2,047	4.4%
Kindergarten	2,333	5.1%
Elementary school	14,245	30.3%
High school	7,178	16.0%
College / grad school	24,115	44.2%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 27.3%

Manufacturing 15.3%

Arts, food & hospitality 13.6%

Retail trade 10.1%

Professional & management 8.5%

Finance & real estate 6.5%

Other services 4.9%

Construction 4.0%

Transportation & utilities 3.5%

Wholesale trade 2.3%

Public administration 2.0%

Information 1.1%

Agriculture & mining 0.8%

Occupation

Category	%
Management, business & arts	37.3%
Service	22.4%
Sales & office	19.1%
Natural resources & construction	6.0%
Production & transportation	15.2%

Employment type

Type	%
Private sector	84.9%
Government	10.7%
Self-employed	4.3%
Unpaid family workers	0.1%

Commute

Method	%
Drive alone	76.1%
Carpool	7.2%
Public transit	2.2%
Walk	4.5%
Other means	1.3%
Avg commute (minutes)	19.3

Poverty

All people 19.5%

Under 18 years 21.2%

18 and over 18.8%

Married-couple families 4.8%

Female-led households 25.1%

Income support

Source	% of households
Social Security	27.8%
Retirement income	20.3%
Supplemental Security	6.6%
Cash public assistance	2.6%
Food stamps / SNAP	14.1%

Health indicators

Condition	%
High blood pressure	30.7%
High cholesterol	29.9%
Heart disease	5.6%
Stroke	2.9%
Asthma	12.1%
Arthritis	24.8%
Kidney disease	2.8%
Pulmonary disease	6.8%
Cancer	5.4%

Behavior / access	%
Binge drinking	19.9%
No physical activity	20.2%
Less than 7 hrs sleep	34.5%
Fair or poor health	15.0%
Poor mental health	18.2%
Poor physical health	10.3%
No health insurance	10.5%
Visited doctor (checkup)	75.0%
Visited dentist	66.4%
Cholesterol screening	87.5%
Teeth loss	14.4%

Veterans & disability

Veterans	Count	%
Civilian veterans	7,042	5.6%

Disability	%
Any disability	14.1%
Under 18	7.2%
18–64 years	12.8%
65 and over	30.5%

Health insurance coverage

Type	%
Private insurance	69.5%
Public insurance	37.5%
Uninsured under 19	2.9%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

Language	Count	%
English only	153,123	94.6%
Spanish	3,959	2.3%
Other Indo-European	1,013	0.7%
Asian & Pacific Islander	876	0.5%
Other languages	748	0.3%

Place of birth & citizenship

Origin	Count	%
Native born (US)	151,188	94.0%
Born in same state	149,482	93.0%
Born in different state	118,000	73.2%
Foreign born	1,706	1.0%
Naturalized citizen	10,943	6.0%
Not a US citizen	4,161	41.2%

Ancestry

Ancestry	Count	%
French	16,431	10.1%
Italian	15,296	9.4%
English	10,537	6.5%
Arab	7,934	4.9%
Polish	1,576	1%

Ancestry	Count	%
German	973	0.6%
Irish	730	0.5%
Dutch	535	0.3%
Norwegian	320	0.2%

Technology access

Metric	% of households
Computer access	41.3%
Internet access	94.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

Frequently asked questions

What ZIP codes does Kalamazoo, MI have?

Kalamazoo, MI has 7 ZIP codes: 49001, 49004, 49006, 49007, 49008, 49009, and 49048. Each ZIP code serves a distinct delivery area within the city and surrounding region.