| ZIP Code | 48072 |
|---|---|
| City | Berkley |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Oakland County |
| Area Code | 248/313/947 |
| Elevation | 680 ft |
| Latitude | 42.497885 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.185862 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26125 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.20 |
| Below Poverty | 4.7% ▼ 53% below avg |
| College Grads | 68.3% ▲ 76% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 38% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 39 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,398 (12.7%) |
| Some College | 836 (7.6%) |
| Associates | 1,221 (11.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,230 (11.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,306 (57.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $113,103 ▲ 48% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $289,200 ≈ Avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,436/mo ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,068 |
| Vacant Units | 216 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,068 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 216 |
| Owner Occupied | 85.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
ZIP code 48072 is located in Berkley, Michigan, within Oakland County. With a population of 15,084, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.7 years. Economically, 48072 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $113,103 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48072 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $289,200 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,436 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 85.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 45% since 2019.
The population of 48072 is primarily White (85.93%). Residents are highly educated — 68.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.7%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48072 stands at 3.0%, which is below the national average. About 20% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 48072 in Berkley, MI is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 15,084 residents, a median household income of $113,103, and a median home value of $289,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.