| ZIP Code | 48044 |
|---|---|
| City | Macomb |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Macomb County |
| Area Code | 586 |
| Elevation | 604 ft |
| Latitude | 42.650226 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.928905 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26099 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.7 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.97 |
| Below Poverty | 4.1% ▼ 59% below avg |
| College Grads | 49.1% ▲ 27% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 9% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 752 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,240 (25.2%) |
| Some College | 3,822 (10.4%) |
| Associates | 4,826 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 4,506 (12.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,464 (36.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $115,664 ▲ 52% above avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $349,400 ▲ 25% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,340/mo ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 20,031 |
| Vacant Units | 278 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.97 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 20,031 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 278 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 10.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.97 |
ZIP code 48044 is located in Macomb, Michigan, within Macomb County. With a population of 58,631, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.7 years. Economically, 48044 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $115,664 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48044 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $349,400 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,340 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 89.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 48044 is primarily White (84.29%). Residents are well-educated — 49.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.1%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48044 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 48044 in Macomb, MI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 58,631 residents, a median household income of $115,664, and a median home value of $349,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.