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ZIP 49509

Part of Wyoming, MI
Pop. 28,152·Kent County·94th most expensive ZIP in Michigan
Median rent (all units)
$1,392/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-15.6%
vs US Median
-$573
Falling (Monthly)
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ZIP 49509 · $1,392
More affordable than 81% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,060
1 BR
$1,100
2 BR
$1,320
3 BR
$1,710
4 BR+
$1,890
Research median
$1,320/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
$16,704/yr
At $1,392/mo median
Location
StateMI
CountyKent County
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Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -15.6% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 49509 (Wyoming, MI) is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
28,152
Median income
$65,132
Median age
33.4
Renters
30.6%
Age distribution
25.9%
26.6%
24.9%
Under 1825.9%
18–3426.6%
35–5424.9%
55–6411.9%
65+10.7%
Gender
52.3%
47.7%
Male52.3%
Female47.7%
Race & ethnicity
51.5%
35.5%
White51.5%
Black10.7%
Hispanic35.5%
Asian1.9%
Other0.5%
Education (25+)
13.9%
34.5%
32.9%
18.7%
No HS diploma13.9%
HS diploma34.5%
Some college32.9%
Bachelor's+18.7%
Housing tenure
69.4%
30.6%
Owner69.4%
Renter30.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 49509 in Wyoming, MI has changed in 5 years

Income
$54,606 → $65,132
up 19.3%
Population
28,688 → 28,152
down 1.9%
Renter share
30.3% → 30.6%
+0.3 pts
Bachelor's+
17.3% → 18.7%
+1.4 pts

Census figures show median household income at $65,132 today, compared with $54,606 five years earlier. Headcount in the area went from 28,688 to 28,152 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.9% change.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 49509 covers Wyoming, MI. The median rent here is $1,392/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,100/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,320/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($65,132/yr), ZIP 49509 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 49509?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 49509 (Wyoming, MI) is $1,392. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 49509 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 49509's median rent of $1,392/mo is $573 (29%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 49509 compare to other ZIPs in Michigan?

ZIP 49509 falls in the middle range for Michigan, ranking #94 out of 165 ZIPs at $1,392/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 49509?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $56,000/year (~$27/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,392/mo in ZIP 49509. The local median household income is $65,132/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 49509?

Rent in ZIP 49509 has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 20, 2026.

Is ZIP 49509 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 49509 is considered affordable for renters. At $1,392/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($65,132/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 49509 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 49509 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 30.6% of ZIP 49509 households are renters, while 69.4% are owner-occupied. ZIP 49509 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 49509 compare to the rest of Wyoming?

ZIP 49509 is more affordable than Wyoming overall. At $1,392/mo, it's $215 below the Wyoming citywide median of $1,607/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 49509 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 49509 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,392/mo, rent takes ~26% of ZIP 49509's median household income ($65,132/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 49509 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.25%
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