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ZIP 49017

Pop. 21,295·Calhoun County·161st most expensive ZIP in Michigan
Median rent (all units)
$1,033/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+2.6%
vs US Median
-$932
Rising (Monthly)
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ZIP 49017 · $1,033
More affordable than 97% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$820
1 BR
$950
2 BR
$1,150
3 BR
$1,390
4 BR+
$1,550
Research median
$1,150/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$12,396/yr
At $1,033/mo median
Location
StateMI
CountyCalhoun County
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Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are climbing (0.0% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +2.6% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 49017 (Battle Creek, MI) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
21,295
Median income
$60,885
Median age
43
Renters
25.3%
Age distribution
20.7%
20.5%
25%
14.3%
19.5%
Under 1820.7%
18–3420.5%
35–5425%
55–6414.3%
65+19.5%
Gender
49.7%
50.3%
Male49.7%
Female50.3%
Race & ethnicity
77.5%
White77.5%
Black10.3%
Hispanic6.2%
Asian1.2%
Other4.8%
Education (25+)
38.6%
32.8%
20.8%
No HS diploma7.7%
HS diploma38.6%
Some college32.8%
Bachelor's+20.8%
Housing tenure
74.7%
25.3%
Owner74.7%
Renter25.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 49017 in Battle Creek, MI has changed in 5 years

Income
$50,215 → $60,885
up 21.2%
Population
20,316 → 21,295
up 4.8%
Renter share
27.3% → 25.3%
-2.0 pts
Bachelor's+
20.3% → 20.8%
+0.5 pts
Median age
44.8 → 43
-1.8 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $50,215 to $60,885 across the same window, up 21.2% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 20,316 to 21,295 between 2021 and 2024, a 4.8% change. About 25.3% of households rent today, against 27.3% in 2021.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 49017 covers Battle Creek, MI. The median rent here is $1,033/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $950/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,150/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($60,885/yr), ZIP 49017 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 49017?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 49017 (Battle Creek, MI) is $1,033. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 49017 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 49017's median rent of $1,033/mo is $932 (47%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 49017 compare to other ZIPs in Michigan?

ZIP 49017 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Michigan, ranking #161 out of 165 ZIPs at $1,033/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 49017?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $41,000/year (~$20/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,033/mo in ZIP 49017. The local median household income is $60,885/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 49017?

Rent in ZIP 49017 has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 20, 2026.

Is ZIP 49017 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 49017 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,033/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($60,885/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 49017 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 49017 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.3% of ZIP 49017 households are renters, while 74.7% are owner-occupied. ZIP 49017 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 49017 compare to the rest of Battle Creek?

ZIP 49017 is more affordable than Battle Creek overall. At $1,033/mo, it's $113 below the Battle Creek citywide median of $1,146/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 49017 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 49017 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
20%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,033/mo, rent takes ~20% of ZIP 49017's median household income ($60,885/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 49017 20%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.25%
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