ZIP Code 49008: Kalamazoo, Michigan
Kalamazoo, MI uses ZIP code 49008, which falls within Kalamazoo County, Michigan. Its reference point is at latitude 42.2624 and longitude -85.6096 (42°15'44.6"N 85°36'34.6"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 49008
Kalamazoo, MI has 10 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 49008, they include 49001, 49003, 49004, 49005, 49006, 49007, 49009, 49019 and 1 more.
Across Kalamazoo County there are 24 ZIP codes listed, and Michigan has 1,198 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 49006 in Kalamazoo, MI, about 2.4 mi to the northwest.
| ZIP code | 49008 |
|---|---|
| City | Kalamazoo |
| County | Kalamazoo County |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| Latitude | 42.2624 |
| Longitude | -85.6096 |
| DMS | 42°15'44.6"N 85°36'34.6"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 49006 (Kalamazoo, 2.4 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 49008
Map centered on 42.2624, -85.6096. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Kalamazoo, MI
Video: Kalamazoo, MI
The Rise and Fall of the Celery Capital | Kalamazoo's Bittersweet History | Southern Michigan — by Restless Viking · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 49008
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 49008, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 49008, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Comstock, MI (4.2 mi east), Nazareth, MI (4.2 mi east) and Oshtemo, MI (4.2 mi east). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Comstock, MI – 4.2 mi east
- Nazareth, MI – 4.2 mi east
- Oshtemo, MI – 4.2 mi east
- Portage, MI – 4.5 mi south
Schools Near Kalamazoo, MI
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 49008 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Kalamazoo and Kalamazoo County.
Searching nearby communities such as Comstock and Nazareth can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 49008.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Kalamazoo, MI are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 49008.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Kalamazoo, MI can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 49008 may also use facilities in nearby Comstock, Nazareth and Oshtemo.
Shopping and Dining in Kalamazoo
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 49008 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Kalamazoo, Michigan can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 49008.
To research local history, try searching for Kalamazoo County records and archives along with the name Kalamazoo.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 49008, Comstock lies about 4.2 mi to the east, Nazareth lies about 4.2 mi to the east, Oshtemo lies about 4.2 mi to the east and Portage lies about 4.5 mi to the south. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Kalamazoo show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 49008
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Richmond Center for Visual Arts, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, Michigan, front of building from fountain, fal…”): C4jones2, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“WMU Broncos Hocky 12-07-08 - panoramio”): starscream1211, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “The Rise and Fall of the Celery Capital | Kalamazoo's Bittersweet History | Southern Michigan” by Restless Viking, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Photos are shown from their original source under the licenses listed. They were taken near this ZIP code's reference point and may show neighboring areas.
Data for ZIP code 49008 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.