Investor-grade market analytics for Battle Creek, Michigan. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through August 2026.
$190,962
+3.6% year-over-year
7.2%
gross annual
+3.6%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
+3.6% year-over-year
25/100
LowNet migration: Top 18% nationally
In-migrants avg $46,191 AGI vs out-migrants $47,589
Opportunity Zone Market
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Battle Creek, MI shows steady growth at 3.6% year-over-year appreciation, reflecting balanced market conditions with moderate demand. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 3.16x, below the national average of 4.8x. Modest net positive migration (+242 returns/year) provides steady demand support. Climate risk remains low (25/100), favorable for long-term investment stability. Rental yield of 7.17% is strong, making this market attractive for buy-and-hold investors.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Battle Creek, MI's primary climate exposure is wind storms (70/100). The composite climate risk score of 25/100 (Low) indicates overall risk reflecting favorable conditions for long-term real estate investment. This market benefits from relatively low natural hazard exposure compared to coastal and wildfire-prone regions.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
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