| ZIP Code | 48045 |
|---|---|
| City | Harrison Township |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Macomb County |
| Area Code | 586 |
| Elevation | 580 ft |
| Latitude | 42.587101 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.817239 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26099 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.1 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.09 |
| Below Poverty | 12.1% ▲ 21% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.2% ▲ 9% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 81 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,182 (30.1%) |
| Some College | 2,456 (14.3%) |
| Associates | 2,240 (13%) |
| Bachelors | 2,797 (16.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,478 (26%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $77,808 ≈ Avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $243,000 ▼ 13% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,085/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,401 |
| Vacant Units | 884 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.09 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,401 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 884 |
| Owner Occupied | 70.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.09 |
ZIP code 48045 is located in Harrison Township, Michigan, within Macomb County. With a population of 24,118, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.1 years. Economically, 48045 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $77,808 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48045 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $243,000 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,085 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 48045 is primarily White (81.72%). Residents are well-educated — 42.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.1%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48045 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 48045 in Harrison Township, MI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 24,118 residents, a median household income of $77,808, and a median home value of $243,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.