Eastwood, MI — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Kalamazoo County · Michigan
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Eastwood based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
6,704
2023 ACS
Median Income
$50,054
2023
Median Home Value
$133,800
2023
Median Rent
$1,028
2023
Median Age
33.2
Unemployment
3.4%
Cost of Living Index
88.8
100 = national avg
Eastwood is a city in Kalamazoo County, Michigan, with a population of 6,704 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Eastwood is one of the communities in Michigan.
The median household income in Eastwood is $50,054, and the median home value is $133,800. The cost of living index is 88.8 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,028 per month. The unemployment rate is 3.4%, and the median age is 33.2 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
6,704
Male
3,438
51.3%
Female
3,266
48.7%
Median Age
33.2
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
12.5%
High School or Higher
32.1%
Foreign Born
4.7%
Veterans
5.0%
Married
27.2%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.604
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
54.0%
Foreign Born
4.7%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
10.9%
732 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
89.1%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
6,080
English Only
90.2%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
486 speakers
Limited English
2.3%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
97.7%
Limited English Proficiency
2.3%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
332
5.0% of population
Disability Rate
4.8%
16 with disability
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
303
91.3%
Female Veterans
29
8.7%
Disability Status
With Disability
16
Without Disability
316
Disability Rate
4.8%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
3,851
#1 Ancestry
German
13.9% (931)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
12.6% (846)
#3 Ancestry
English
7.3% (492)
Top 19 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
2,879
Family Households
1,774
61.6%
Married Couples
807
28.0%
Non-Family Households
1,105
38.4%
Single Mother Households
581
20.2%
Single Father Households
386
13.4%
Living Alone
1,001
34.8%
Children Under 18
Total Children
1,720
In Married Couple
792
46.0%
With Single Mother
641
37.3%
With Single Father
287
16.7%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$62,702
Married Couple Income
$71,806
Single Mother Income
$40,469
Single Father Income
$75,969
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.1
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
54
Grandparents Responsible
17
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$50,054
-32% vs national
Per Capita Income
$25,268
-32% vs national
Poverty Rate
11.3%
-17% vs national
Gini Index
0.3784
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
3.4%
-35% vs national
SNAP Recipients
19.4%
of households
How Eastwood Compares
Eastwood vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Eastwood is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Eastwood, MI has a median household income of $50,054, making it the 21,335th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Eastwood has a higher median household income than 24% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Eastwood, MI has a per capita income of $25,268, making it the 22,156th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Eastwood has a higher per capita income than 21% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Eastwood, MI has a poverty rate of 11.3%, making it the 15,023rd highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Eastwood has a higher poverty rate than 52% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Eastwood, MI has a unemployment rate of 3.4%, making it the 16,441st highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Eastwood has a higher unemployment rate than 47% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Eastwood. The median household income here is $50,054.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
3.4%
-39% vs MI avg
Labor Force
3,477
Employed
3,359
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
12.5%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
32.1%
of adults 25+
Median Age
33.2
Work from Home
6.5%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Kalamazoo-Portage, MI metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$98.8K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
88.8
100 = national avg
-11.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,066
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$92,337
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$998
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,162
per month
The median household income in Eastwood, MI is $50,054, which is 31.6% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $25,268. The poverty rate of 11.3% is lower than the MI state average of 14.1%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3784, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 3.4%, compared to the state average of 5.6%. The labor force is 3,477. 12.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 78.1% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 88.8, which is 11.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 97.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,066 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$192,500
Median List Price
$189,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$112
Days on Market
31
Active Inventory
11
Months of Supply
1.8
Seller's market
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
22.2%
Sale-to-List Ratio
94.7%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
6
New Listings
5
Pending Sales
9
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$112
Median List $/SF
$155
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Eastwood, MI? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Kalamazoo-Portage, MI metro area, home prices have risen 385.1% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 91.4%. The 10-year growth rate is 96.1%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 50.0%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 10.0%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Kalamazoo-Portage, MI housing market rather than Eastwood alone.
Metro area: Kalamazoo-Portage, MI
Eastwood vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Eastwood is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Eastwood, MI has a median home value of $133,800, making it the 18,066th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Eastwood has a higher median home value than 35% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Eastwood, MI has a median rent of $1,028, making it the 9,525th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Eastwood has a higher median rent than 57% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Eastwood, MI has a price per square foot of $112, making it the 16,155th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Eastwood has a higher price per square foot than 22% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Eastwood, MI has a rent burden of 24.6%, making it the 3,695th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Eastwood has a higher rent burden than 83% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$133,800
Median Rent
$1,028
Total Housing Units
3,088
Vacancy Rate
6.8%
Owner Occupied
58.1%
Renter Occupied
41.9%
Median Property Tax
$2,090
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$891
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,090
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.56%
of home value
Median Home Value
$133,800
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,142
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,090) by the median home value ($133,800). In Eastwood, MI, this works out to an effective rate of 1.56%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Eastwood, MI is $192,500 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 31 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 1.8 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $112. The median rent is $1,028 per month (Census ACS). About 58.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1955. There are 3,088 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,090. The effective tax rate is 1.56%, above the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Eastwood. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
81.7
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
85.1
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
18.5
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
91.5
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
11
Public Assistance
$17.5M
Individual Assistance
$3.3M
Most Common Type
Snowstorm
4 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $16.9M | $3.3M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $198K | — |
| Power Outage → | Other | Sep 2003 | $3K | — |
| Snow → | Snowstorm | Jan 2001 | $209K | — |
| Mi - Severe Weather 1/2 /99 → | Snowstorm | Jan 1999 | $122K | — |
| Severe Storms & Tornadoes → | Tornado | May 1980 | — | — |
| Blizzards & Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Jan 1978 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, High Winds & Flooding → | Flood | Apr 1975 | — | — |
| Severe Storm & Freezing → | Snowstorm | Apr 1972 | — | — |
| Tornadoes & Severe Storms → | Tornado | Apr 1965 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes → | Unknown | — | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Unknown | — | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Unknown | — | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Unknown | — | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
290
Total Claims Paid
$5,142,136
Avg Claim Payout
$17,732
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
3
Federal Funding
$77,139
Properties Protected
9
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.04
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $0 |
| 95.1: FMA or CRS Plan | 1 | $13,900 |
| 401.1: Water and Sanitary Sewer System Protective Measures; 405.1: Other Minor Flood Control | 1 | $63,239 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Eastwood has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hail, tornado, strong wind. The area has had 11 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is snowstorm (4 declarations). 290 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $17,465,523 in public assistance recovery funding. $3,288,362 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 3 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
45.2%
9.1pp above the national average
Depression Rate
29.8%
6.3pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.4%
0.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.4%
1.2pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
32.9%
Arthritis
26.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
13.1%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
21.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
29.8%
Loneliness
38.1%
Lack of Support
27.4%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
34.3%
Mobility
15.1%
Cognitive
18.3%
Hearing
6.5%
Vision
6.5%
Self-Care
4.9%
Independent Living
11.1%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Eastwood has an obesity rate of 45.2%, which is 9.1pp above the national average. The depression rate is 29.8%, 6.3pp above the national average. About 9.4% of adults lack health insurance. 78.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.2 mi
Bronson Methodist Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronson Methodist Hospital | 2.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Borgess Medical Center | 3.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Kalamazoo Regional Psychiatric Hospital | 4.4 mi | Psychiatric | — | Yes |
| Battle Creek Va Medical Center | 15.3 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | — | — |
| Bronson Behavioral Health Hospital | 16.2 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Climate & Environment
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
124.9K MT
Top Emitter
Kalamazoo River Generating Station
124.9K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (Under 10,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Kalamazoo River Generating Station Cms Energy Corp | Power Plants | 124,921 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 124.9K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
78.1%
-1% vs national
Public Transit
1.9%
+107% vs national
Work From Home
6.5%
-30% vs national
Carpool
12.6%
How Eastwood's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Eastwood, MI covers travel times and transportation modes. 78.1% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 6.5% work from home, which is below the MI state average of 9.1%. Public transit is used by 1.9% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 12.6% of workers carpool.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
93.8%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
57.4%
of households
No Internet
3.7%
of households
Total Households
2,879
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
95.4%
of households
Smartphone
89.2%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
75.9%
of households
Tablet
56.3%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
19.3¢
per kWh
+1% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
14.0¢
per kWh
-9% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.3¢
per kWh
-30% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$119
residential
-19% vs Under 10,000 avg
13% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Michigan averages 19.3¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $119. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Eastwood vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
93.8% of households in Eastwood have broadband internet access. 57.4% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 34.3% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 3.7% of households have no internet access. 12.6% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Eastwood is located in Kalamazoo County, MI. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Eastwood.
Election Overview
Source: Kalamazoo County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
84,501
58.0%
GOP Votes
58,671
40.3%
Total Votes
145,646
Margin
D+17.7%
Shift from 2020
R+1.0pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 84,501 | 58,671 | 145,646 | 58.0% | 40.3% | D+17.7 |
| 2020 | 83,686 | 56,823 | 143,414 | 58.4% | 39.6% | D+18.7 |
| 2016 | 67,142 | 51,031 | 125,966 | 53.3% | 40.5% | D+12.8 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Kalamazoo County recorded 145,646 total votes. Democrats won the county with 58.0% of the vote compared to 40.3% for Republicans, a margin of D+17.7%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+1.0pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Kalamazoo County has shifted 5.0 percentage points toward Democrats.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
12
Total Population
228,795
Avg Median Income
$66,070
Avg Home Value
-$55,360,572
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49001 | 21,313 | $52,327 | $139,600 | $1,055 | 7.7 |
| 49002 | 19,444 | $71,621 | $223,000 | $910 | 17.3 |
| 49004 | 17,796 | $72,434 | $183,500 | $1,059 | 22.1 |
| 49006 | 25,888 | $45,617 | $198,000 | $991 | 6.0 |
| 49007 | 9,747 | $39,309 | $103,400 | $1,017 | 3.5 |
| 49008 | 16,488 | $67,339 | $202,400 | $1,005 | 6.7 |
| 49009 | 47,606 | $82,364 | $330,300 | $1,089 | 102.2 |
| 49024 | 30,937 | $86,427 | $248,700 | $1,208 | 17.2 |
| 49048 | 23,999 | $62,160 | $158,300 | $1,032 | 35.1 |
| 49053 | 7,255 | $80,074 | $222,800 | $970 | 24.4 |
| 49074 | 212 | $21,563 | N/A | $423 | 0.3 |
| 49083 | 8,110 | $111,604 | $329,800 | $973 | 33.4 |
Eastwood, MI has 12 ZIP codes with a combined population of 228,795. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $66,070. The average median home value is -$55,360,572. The average median monthly rent is $978.
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