Median Age
41 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
28%
Over 65
20%
Byron Center
Byron Center, MI Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,322
Population
7,671
Renter Mix
9% Rent
A cozy community just minutes from Grand Rapids
Close Knit
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Rural
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Byron Center is a small rural town known for producing sweet corn, onion, celery, and other crops. The town is a family-oriented community where you can enjoy home-style eats at mom-and-pop restaurants. Try Emma Lynn’s Chicken and Waffles to experience some down-home cooking. Although Bryon Center is only five square miles, this small town offers a variety of things to do. Practice some retail therapy at the Tanger Outlet Mall, which offers over 80 designer discount stores. Skate at the Byron Fun Spot, a popular family-friendly roller rink and local favorite. Learn the town’s hidden gems at the Byron Center Museum and Historical Society.
Although there is plenty to do in this close-knit community, Byron Center has easy access to two major highways and is just 15 minutes south of downtown Grand Rapids. Since the town is conveniently located, residents take trips into the city. Visit John Ball Zoo, an interactive zoo and aquarium where you can zip line, ride camels, and more. Learn about former president at the Gerald Ford Presidential museum. If you’re looking for peaceful solitude but close access to big city thrills, Byron Center is the place for you.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$96,848
Average: $120,467
Education
2,404
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
4,141
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Byron Center has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
9%
Non-Renters
91%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
28%
Other Education
72%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Byron Center, MI is $1,322 for one bedroom, and $1,496 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Byron Center has increased by 3.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,322/month
767 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Byron Center, MI is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
589 Students
Public
Grades K-8
780 Students
Public
Grades K-5
583 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
523 Students
Robert L. Nickels Intermediate School
Public
Grades K-8
702 Students
Public
Grades K-8
780 Students
Byron Center West Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
673 Students
Robert L. Nickels Intermediate School
Public
Grades K-8
702 Students
Public
Grades K-12
193 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,339 Students
Public
Grades K-12
193 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Gerald R Ford International
Top Apartments in Byron Center
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.