| ZIP Code | 48065 |
|---|---|
| City | Romeo |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Macomb County |
| Area Code | 586 |
| Elevation | 860 ft |
| Latitude | 42.845354 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.039398 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26099 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.8 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.45 |
| Below Poverty | 5.4% ▼ 46% below avg |
| College Grads | 45.2% ▲ 17% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.2% ▼ 34% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 30 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,019 (25.9%) |
| Some College | 787 (10.1%) |
| Associates | 1,440 (18.5%) |
| Bachelors | 795 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,726 (35%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $104,348 ▲ 37% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $341,000 ▲ 22% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,047/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,672 |
| Vacant Units | 98 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,672 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 98 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
ZIP code 48065 is located in Romeo, Michigan, within Macomb County. With a population of 11,344, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.8 years. Economically, 48065 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $104,348 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48065 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $341,000 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,047 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 48065 is primarily White (90.72%). Residents are well-educated — 45.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.4%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48065 stands at 3.2%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 48065 in Romeo, MI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 11,344 residents, a median household income of $104,348, and a median home value of $341,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.