| ZIP Code | 48002 |
|---|---|
| City | Allenton |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | St. Clair County |
| Area Code | 810 |
| Elevation | 790 ft |
| Latitude | 42.935043 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.916493 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26147 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.2 yrs ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 5.9% ▼ 41% below avg |
| College Grads | 33.1% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 18% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 24 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 786 (34%) |
| Some College | 441 (19%) |
| Associates | 297 (12.8%) |
| Bachelors | 275 (11.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 492 (21.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $91,889 ▲ 20% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $294,600 ≈ Avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $783/mo ↓ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,386 |
| Vacant Units | 85 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,386 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 85 |
| Owner Occupied | 97.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 2.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
ZIP code 48002 is located in Allenton, Michigan, within St. Clair County. With a population of 3,129, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.2 years. Economically, 48002 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $91,889 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48002 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $294,600 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $783 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 97.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 50% since 2019.
The population of 48002 is primarily White (96.71%). Residents are moderately educated — 33.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.9%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48002 stands at 4.0%, which is below the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 48002 in Allenton, MI is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,129 residents, a median household income of $91,889, and a median home value of $294,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.