| ZIP Code | 48051 |
|---|---|
| City | New Baltimore |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Macomb County |
| Area Code | 586 |
| Elevation | 589 ft |
| Latitude | 42.689938 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.826099 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26099 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.0 yrs ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 10.1% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 40.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 73 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,097 (27.3%) |
| Some College | 1,621 (14.3%) |
| Associates | 2,017 (17.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,649 (14.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,880 (25.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $89,923 ▲ 18% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $247,500 ▼ 11% below avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,064/mo ↑ 8% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,255 |
| Vacant Units | 258 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,255 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 258 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
ZIP code 48051 is located in New Baltimore, Michigan, within Macomb County. With a population of 17,716, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40 years. Economically, 48051 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $89,923 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48051 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $247,500 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,064 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 48051 is primarily White (79.43%). Residents are moderately educated — 40.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.1%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48051 stands at 4.9%, 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 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 48051 in New Baltimore, MI is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 17,716 residents, a median household income of $89,923, and a median home value of $247,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.