| ZIP Code | 48059 |
|---|---|
| City | Fort Gratiot |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | St. Clair County |
| Area Code | 810 |
| Elevation | 616 ft |
| Latitude | 43.088752 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.488372 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26147 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.5 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.31 |
| Below Poverty | 6.4% ▼ 36% below avg |
| College Grads | 42.7% ▲ 10% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 15% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 106 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,755 (25.5%) |
| Some College | 1,691 (15.6%) |
| Associates | 1,643 (15.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,288 (11.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,334 (30.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $78,841 ≈ Avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $199,200 ▼ 29% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $956/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,324 |
| Vacant Units | 789 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,324 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 789 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
ZIP code 48059 is located in Fort Gratiot, Michigan, within St. Clair County. With a population of 15,371, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.5 years. Economically, 48059 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $78,841 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48059 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $199,200 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $956 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 48059 is primarily White (90.28%). Residents are well-educated — 42.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.4%. Household income has grown by 40% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48059 stands at 5.6%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 48059 in Fort Gratiot, MI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 15,371 residents, a median household income of $78,841, and a median home value of $199,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.