49442 — Muskegon, MI Home Values
Typical home value $184,750 as of June 2026 · 13th of 13 in Muskegon, MI
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 49442, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 49442 compares in the Muskegon, MI area
ZIP code 49442 (Muskegon, MI) has a typical home value of $184,750 as of June 2026, ranking 13th of 13 ZIP codes tracked in the Muskegon, MI area, more expensive than about 8% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +3.1% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +26.9%, from $145,543 in June 2021 to $184,750 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 12.6× the annual rent ($1,226/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Muskegon, MI forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Muskegon.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 49442 has a population of 44,412, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 62.9% White, 22.6% Black or African American, 8% Hispanic or Latino, 5.1% two or more races, 0.8% Asian, 0.5% American Indian or Alaska Native, 0.1% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and 0.1% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakridge Fusion | 5493 HALL RD, MUSKEGON, MI | 1.4 mi |
| Oakridge High School | 5493 HALL RD, MUSKEGON, MI | 1.4 mi |
| Oakridge Upper Elementary School | 481 S WOLF LAKE RD, MUSKEGON, MI | 1.4 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 49442?
$184,750 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 49442 an expensive ZIP code in the Muskegon, MI area?
49442 ranks 13th of 13 ZIP codes in the Muskegon, MI area by typical home value, more expensive than about 8% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 49442 changed over the past year?
+3.1% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 49442?
The typical home price is 12.6× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,226/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 49442?
44,412, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 49442?
Oakridge Fusion (1.4 mi), Oakridge High School (1.4 mi), Oakridge Upper Elementary School (1.4 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 49442?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Muskegon, MI forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.