| ZIP Code | 48049 |
|---|---|
| City | North Street |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | St. Clair County |
| Area Code | 810 |
| Elevation | 680 ft |
| Latitude | 43.040497 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.57108 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26147 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 4.2% ▼ 58% below avg |
| College Grads | 38.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 15 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,210 (29.8%) |
| Some College | 745 (18.3%) |
| Associates | 543 (13.4%) |
| Bachelors | 626 (15.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 925 (22.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $86,250 ▲ 13% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $226,000 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,075/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,224 |
| Vacant Units | 41 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,224 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 41 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 10.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
ZIP code 48049 is located in North Street, Michigan, within St. Clair County. With a population of 5,485, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.2 years. Economically, 48049 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $86,250 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48049 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $226,000 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,075 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 89.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 48049 is primarily White (96.34%). Residents are moderately educated — 38.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.2%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48049 stands at 4.7%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 88%.
Overall, ZIP code 48049 in North Street, MI is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,485 residents, a median household income of $86,250, and a median home value of $226,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.