| ZIP Code | 48009 |
|---|---|
| City | Birmingham |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Oakland County |
| Area Code | 248/313/586/947 |
| Elevation | 779 ft |
| Latitude | 42.544048 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.217653 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26125 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.1 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.31 |
| Below Poverty | 4.9% ▼ 51% below avg |
| College Grads | 80.6% ▲ 108% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 18% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 70 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 823 (5.6%) |
| Some College | 554 (3.8%) |
| Associates | 1,392 (9.5%) |
| Bachelors | 594 (4.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,164 (76.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $152,443 ▲ 100% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $712,000 ▲ 155% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,891/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,333 |
| Vacant Units | 996 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,333 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 996 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
ZIP code 48009 is located in Birmingham, Michigan, within Oakland County. With a population of 21,623, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.1 years. Economically, 48009 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $152,443 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48009 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $712,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,891 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 48009 is primarily White (83.80%). Residents are highly educated — 80.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.9%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48009 stands at 4.0%, which is below the national average. About 25% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 66%.
Overall, ZIP code 48009 in Birmingham, MI is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 21,623 residents, a median household income of $152,443, and a median home value of $712,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.