Walker, MI — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Kent County · Michigan
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Walker based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
25,201
2023 ACS
Median Income
$73,835
2023
Median Home Value
$266,400
2023
Median Rent
$1,121
2023
Median Age
36.3
Unemployment
2.9%
Cost of Living Index
113.1
100 = national avg
Walker is a city in Kent County, Michigan, with a population of 25,201 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Walker is one of the communities in Michigan.
The median household income in Walker is $73,835, and the median home value is $266,400. The cost of living index is 113.1 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,121 per month. The unemployment rate is 2.9%, and the median age is 36.3 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
25,201
Male
12,664
50.3%
Female
12,537
49.7%
Median Age
36.3
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
25.4%
High School or Higher
44.7%
Foreign Born
5.8%
Veterans
6.0%
Married
40.9%
Avg Household Size
2.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.257
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
85.7%
Foreign Born
5.8%
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
5.5%
1,386 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
94.5%
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+)
23,738
English Only
93.5%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
459 speakers
Limited English
2.0%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
98.0%
Limited English Proficiency
2.0%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,500
6.0% of population
Disability Rate
14.0%
210 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$47,878
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,287
85.8%
Female Veterans
213
14.2%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$47,878
Non-Veteran Income
$40,875
Difference
$7,003
17.1% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
210
Without Disability
1,290
Disability Rate
14.0%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
21,726
#1 Ancestry
German
18.6% (4,685)
#2 Ancestry
Dutch
17.9% (4,504)
#3 Ancestry
Polish
10.7% (2,704)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
10,329
Family Households
6,280
60.8%
Married Couples
4,928
47.7%
Non-Family Households
4,049
39.2%
Single Mother Households
931
9.0%
Single Father Households
421
4.1%
Living Alone
3,228
31.3%
Children Under 18
Total Children
4,698
In Married Couple
3,144
66.9%
With Single Mother
1,176
25.0%
With Single Father
378
8.0%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$89,523
Married Couple Income
$104,074
Single Mother Income
$42,741
Single Father Income
$72,574
Avg Family Size
2.4
Avg Non-Family Size
1.9
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
385
Grandparents Responsible
157
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$73,835
+1% vs national
Per Capita Income
$38,081
+2% vs national
Poverty Rate
7.7%
-43% vs national
Gini Index
0.3812
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
2.9%
-44% vs national
SNAP Recipients
4.8%
of households
How Walker Compares
Walker vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Walker is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Walker, MI has a median household income of $73,835, making it the 10,744th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Walker has a higher median household income than 62% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Walker, MI has a per capita income of $38,081, making it the 9,805th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Walker has a higher per capita income than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Walker, MI has a poverty rate of 7.7%, making it the 19,824th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Walker has a higher poverty rate than 37% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Walker, MI has a unemployment rate of 2.9%, making it the 17,997th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Walker has a higher unemployment rate than 42% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Walker. The median household income here is $73,835.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
2.9%
-48% vs MI avg
Labor Force
14,221
Employed
13,809
Mean Commute
18 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
25.4%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
44.7%
of adults 25+
Median Age
36.3
Work from Home
8.4%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$101.7K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
113.1
100 = national avg
+13.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,744
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$117,576
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,278
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,531
per month
The median household income in Walker, MI is $73,835, which is 0.8% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $38,081. The poverty rate of 7.7% is lower than the MI state average of 14.1%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3812, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 2.9%, compared to the state average of 5.6%. The labor force is 14,221. 25.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 18 minutes, with 8.4% working from home. About 78.4% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 113.1, which is 13.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 128.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,744 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$335,000
Median List Price
$338,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$256
Days on Market
31
Active Inventory
24
Months of Supply
1.5
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$340,303
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,737
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
12.5%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
71.4%
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.7%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
16
New Listings
19
Pending Sales
14
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$256
Median List $/SF
$243
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Walker, MI? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI metro area, home prices have risen 503.3% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 126.9%. The 10-year growth rate is 129.5%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 59.5%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 12.2%. 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 Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI housing market rather than Walker alone.
Metro area: Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI
Walker vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Walker is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Walker, MI has a median home value of $266,400, making it the 8,451st highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Walker has a higher median home value than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Walker, MI has a median rent of $1,121, making it the 7,774th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Walker has a higher median rent than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Walker, MI has a price per square foot of $256, making it the 5,009th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Walker has a higher price per square foot than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Walker, MI has a rent burden of 18.2%, making it the 11,510th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Walker has a higher rent burden than 48% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$266,400
Median Rent
$1,121
Total Housing Units
10,634
Vacancy Rate
2.9%
Owner Occupied
64.3%
Renter Occupied
35.7%
Median Property Tax
$2,538
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$984
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,538
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.95%
of home value
Median Home Value
$266,400
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,647
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,538) by the median home value ($266,400). In Walker, MI, this works out to an effective rate of 0.95%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Walker, MI is $335,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 31 days on the market. 12.5% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 1.5 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $256. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,737/month. About 64.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1984. There are 10,634 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,538. The effective tax rate is 0.95%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
2.21
per 1,000 residents
-15% vs national
Property Crime Rate
24.46
per 1,000 residents
+42% vs national
Total Crimes
675
2024
Violent Clearance
50%
cases solved
Property Clearance
30%
cases solved
YoY Change
-7.8%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Walker Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Walker vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Walker is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Walker police solve 100% of robbery cases but only 8% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 1 | 0.04 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 17 | 0.67 | 17.6% |
| Robbery | Violent | 3 | 0.12 | 100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 35 | 1.38 | 60.0% |
| Burglary | Property | 13 | 0.51 | 23.1% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 553 | 21.85 | 32.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 53 | 2.09 | 7.5% |
Walker, MI reported 56 violent crimes and 619 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 2.21 per 1,000 residents is 14.9% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 50% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 553 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 20.0% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 56 | 619 | 2.21 | 24.46 |
| 2023 | 60 | 650 | 2.40 | 25.99 |
| 2022 | 51 | 710 | 2.03 | 28.32 |
| 2021 | 42 | 640 | 1.65 | 25.15 |
| 2020 | 45 | 518 | 1.80 | 20.70 |
| 2019 | 45 | 604 | 1.80 | 24.11 |
| 2018 | 62 | 521 | 2.48 | 20.83 |
| 2017 | 51 | 551 | 2.04 | 22.05 |
| 2016 | 41 | 657 | 1.65 | 26.41 |
| 2015 | 39 | 632 | 1.58 | 25.58 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
92.2
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
94.0
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
17.5
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
96.0
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
13
Public Assistance
$47.5M
Individual Assistance
$6.0M
Most Common Type
Flood
3 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Flood | Feb 2024 | — | $252K |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $45.5M | $5.7M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Flooding → | Flood | Jun 2013 | $1.3M | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $75K | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jun 2004 | — | $64K |
| Power Outage → | Other | Sep 2003 | $9K | — |
| Snow → | Snowstorm | Jan 2001 | $380K | — |
| Mi - Severe Weather 1/2 /99 → | Snowstorm | Jan 1999 | $301K | — |
| Severe Storms → | Severe Storm | Jun 1998 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Sep 1986 | — | — |
| Blizzards & Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Jan 1978 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Icing & Floodi… → | Severe Storm | Mar 1976 | — | — |
| Tornadoes & Severe Storms → | Tornado | Apr 1965 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Unknown | — | — | $3K |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Unknown | — | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Unknown | — | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
657
Total Claims Paid
$10,316,238
Avg Claim Payout
$15,702
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
20
Federal Funding
$4,074,803
Properties Protected
34
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.71
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 6 | $1,713,059 |
| 600.1: Warning Systems (as a Component of a Planned, Adopted, and Exercised Risk Reduction Plan) | 5 | $156,375 |
| 602.1: Other Equipment Purchase and Installation | 3 | $115,111 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 1 | $257,627 |
| 403.4: Stormwater Management - Detention/Retention Basins | 1 | $568,818 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Walker has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are strong wind, tornado, winter weather. The area has had 13 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is flood (3 declarations). 657 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $47,530,753 in public assistance recovery funding. $6,043,834 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 20 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
33.0%
3.1pp below the national average
Depression Rate
28.6%
5.1pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
9.1%
2.8pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.3%
4.3pp 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
30.1%
Arthritis
24.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
7.7%
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
17.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
28.6%
Loneliness
32.3%
Lack of Support
22.4%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
26.4%
Mobility
10.2%
Cognitive
13.4%
Hearing
6.2%
Vision
3.7%
Self-Care
2.7%
Independent Living
7.1%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Walker has an obesity rate of 33.0%, which is 3.1pp below the national average. The depression rate is 28.6%, 5.1pp above the national average. About 6.3% of adults lack health insurance. 78.4% 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
4.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
5.4 mi
Spectrum Health
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum Health | 5.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Mercy Health Saint Mary'S | 5.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| University Of Michigan Health - West | 7.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services | 10.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Forest View Psychiatric Hospital | 12.0 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
18 min
-25% vs national
Drive Alone
78.4%
-0% vs national
Public Transit
0.8%
-12% vs national
Work From Home
8.4%
-9% vs national
Carpool
11.2%
Walk
0.9%
How Walker's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
4
2023
6-Year Avg
4
fatalities/yr
Nighttime
3
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 7 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Walker, MI is 18 minutes, which is 25.2% below the national average of 23 minutes. 78.4% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 8.4% work from home, which is below the MI state average of 9.1%. 11.2% of workers carpool. In 2023, there were 4 traffic fatalities from 4 fatal crashes.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
88.7%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
77.1%
of households
No Internet
8.8%
of households
Total Households
10,329
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
95.9%
of households
Smartphone
90.7%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
82.1%
of households
Tablet
61.1%
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 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
14.0¢
per kWh
-9% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.3¢
per kWh
-30% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$119
residential
-19% vs 25,000 - 50,000 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).
Walker vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
88.7% of households in Walker have broadband internet access. 77.1% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 9.6% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 8.8% of households have no internet access. 9.6% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Walker is located in Kent County, MI. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Walker.
Election Overview
Source: Kent County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
192,668
51.8%
GOP Votes
172,720
46.5%
Total Votes
371,722
Margin
D+5.4%
Shift from 2020
R+0.8pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 192,668 | 172,720 | 371,722 | 51.8% | 46.5% | D+5.4 |
| 2020 | 187,915 | 165,741 | 361,048 | 52.0% | 45.9% | D+6.1 |
| 2016 | 138,567 | 147,959 | 306,270 | 45.2% | 48.3% | R+3.1 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Kent County recorded 371,722 total votes. Democrats won the county with 51.8% of the vote compared to 46.5% for Republicans, a margin of D+5.4%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+0.8pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Kent County has shifted 8.4 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
12
Total Assets
$21.6M
Total Income
$7.2M
Per 10K Residents
4.8
nonprofits
-92.3% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
2
Median Assets
$320K
Oldest Active
1951
ruling year
Newest Org
2024
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationNonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Walker
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MERCY HOSPITAL CADILLAC FOUNDATION | Health Care | $11.9M | $1.4M | 2006 | |
| HUMANE SOCIETY OF WEST MICHIGAN | Animal-Related | $9.1M | $3.1M | 1951 | |
| KENOWA HILLS ATHLETIC BOOSTERS CLUB | Recreation & Sports | $320K | $287K | 2000 | |
| ENRICHED LIVING LLC | Human Services | $234K | $2.4M | 2018 | |
| PARENT-TEACHER CO-OP OF GRAND RAPIDS | Education | $63K | $59K | 2020 |
Walker, MI has 12 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $21.6M. The most common category is Education, with 2 organizations. 2 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 4.8 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1951.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
102
Total Approved
$36.9M
Jobs Supported
883
Per 10K Residents
40.5
SBA loans
-62.9% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
30
Top Lender
The Huntington National Bank
36 loans
Top Industry
Manufacturing
Data Span
1993–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
72
Total Amount
$21.4M
Avg Loan
$296,767
Median Loan
$77,500
SBA Guaranteed
$15.1M(71%)
Jobs Supported
479
Loans
30
Total Amount
$15.5M
Avg Loan
$516,500
Median Loan
$424,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
16
16% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$14.6M
40% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$914,069
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Padmas Fun Park Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Quality Inn Walker | 1 | $2.6M |
| 3195 Northridge Llc | 1 | $2.4M |
| Premier Coating Inc | 3 | $2.0M |
| Radfactor Llc | 1 | $1.7M |
| Chocolates of Europe, Inc. | 2 | $1.1M |
| Appletree Learning Center Walker, Llc | 1 | $1.1M |
| Lakeshore Army, Llc | 1 | $950K |
| Southland on Alpine, L.l.c. | 1 | $949K |
| Universal Spiral Air | 2 | $937K |
Walker, MI has received 102 SBA loans totaling $36.9M in approved funding between 1993 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 72 loans (71% of the total), supporting 479 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 30 loans totaling $15.5M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Manufacturing. The most active SBA lender in Walker is The Huntington National Bank with 36 loans. That works out to 40.5 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
15
Total Population
383,972
Avg Median Income
-$44,371,414
Avg Home Value
-$44,209,564
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49321 | 15,759 | $74,691 | $244,300 | $1,073 | 26.3 |
| 49418 | 30,907 | $83,485 | $296,300 | $1,218 | 19.0 |
| 49428 | 28,090 | $92,290 | $276,100 | $1,373 | 16.1 |
| 49430 | 48 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.3 |
| 49435 | 3,881 | $97,500 | $299,800 | $1,041 | 21.6 |
| 49503 | 37,874 | $61,734 | $224,100 | $1,207 | 7.3 |
| 49504 | 40,402 | $68,326 | $222,600 | $1,145 | 11.1 |
| 49505 | 32,224 | $71,692 | $227,900 | $1,248 | 8.8 |
| 49506 | 35,025 | $112,287 | $338,600 | $1,305 | 7.3 |
| 49507 | 39,389 | $56,578 | $179,600 | $1,114 | 5.5 |
| 49509 | 28,133 | $64,981 | $183,400 | $983 | 7.3 |
| 49519 | 28,308 | $75,373 | $220,300 | $1,176 | 8.0 |
| 49525 | 30,627 | $87,969 | $292,500 | $1,335 | 23.4 |
| 49534 | 23,387 | $78,846 | $270,200 | $1,161 | 35.3 |
| 49544 | 9,918 | $69,706 | $247,500 | $1,119 | 19.9 |
Walker, MI has 15 ZIP codes with a combined population of 383,972. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$44,371,414. The average median home value is -$44,209,564. The average median monthly rent is -$44,443,345.
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