49022 — Benton Harbor, MI Home Values
Typical home value $163,184 as of June 2026 · 20th of 20 in Niles, MI
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 49022, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 49022 compares in the Niles, MI area
ZIP code 49022 (Benton Harbor, MI) has a typical home value of $163,184 as of June 2026, ranking 20th of 20 ZIP codes tracked in the Niles, MI area, more expensive than about 5% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +6.6% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +19.5%, from $136,539 in June 2021 to $163,184 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 14× the annual rent ($972/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 Niles, MI forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Niles.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 49022 has a population of 29,796, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 53.1% Black or African American, 36.3% White, 6% Hispanic or Latino, 3.5% two or more races, 0.4% Asian, 0.3% another race, 0.2% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.1% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Countryside Academy Elementary | 4821 NORTH ST, BENTON HARBOR, MI | 1.9 mi |
| Countryside Academy MiddleHigh School | 4800 MEADOWBROOK RD, BENTON HARBOR, MI | 2.9 mi |
| Discovery Enrichment Center | 465 S MCCORD ST, BENTON HARBOR, MI | 3.4 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 49022?
$163,184 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 49022 an expensive ZIP code in the Niles, MI area?
49022 ranks 20th of 20 ZIP codes in the Niles, MI area by typical home value, more expensive than about 5% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 49022 changed over the past year?
+6.6% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 49022?
The typical home price is 14× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($972/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 49022?
29,796, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 49022?
Countryside Academy Elementary (1.9 mi), Countryside Academy MiddleHigh School (2.9 mi), Discovery Enrichment Center (3.4 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 49022?
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 Niles, 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.