| ZIP Code | 48042 |
|---|---|
| City | Macomb |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Macomb County |
| Area Code | 586 |
| Elevation | 606 ft |
| Latitude | 42.683619 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.909486 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26099 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.4 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.83 |
| Below Poverty | 3.8% ▼ 62% below avg |
| College Grads | 53.1% ▲ 37% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.8% ▼ 42% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 140 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,970 (22.8%) |
| Some College | 2,015 (9.2%) |
| Associates | 3,083 (14.2%) |
| Bachelors | 2,968 (13.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,610 (39.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $125,433 ▲ 64% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $374,100 ▲ 34% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,569/mo ↑ 7% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,067 |
| Vacant Units | 300 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.83 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,067 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 300 |
| Owner Occupied | 95.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 4.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.83 |
ZIP code 48042 is located in Macomb, Michigan, within Macomb County. With a population of 33,303, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.4 years. Economically, 48042 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $125,433 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48042 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $374,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,569 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 95.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 48042 is primarily White (92.92%). Residents are well-educated — 53.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.8%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48042 stands at 2.8%, which is below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 48042 in Macomb, MI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 33,303 residents, a median household income of $125,433, and a median home value of $374,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.