| ZIP Code | 48074 |
|---|---|
| City | Smiths Creek |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | St. Clair County |
| Area Code | 810 |
| Elevation | 639 ft |
| Latitude | 42.950223 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.561555 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26147 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.2 yrs ↓ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.57 |
| Below Poverty | 7.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| College Grads | 28.0% ▼ 28% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 115 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,375 (36.1%) |
| Some College | 1,112 (16.9%) |
| Associates | 1,136 (17.3%) |
| Bachelors | 788 (12%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,058 (16.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,600 ▼ 9% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $191,800 ▼ 31% below avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,139/mo ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,809 |
| Vacant Units | 73 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.57 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,809 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 73 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 10.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.57 |
ZIP code 48074 is located in Smiths Creek, Michigan, within St. Clair County. With a population of 9,617, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.2 years. Economically, 48074 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $69,600 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48074 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $191,800 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,139 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 89.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 44% since 2019.
The population of 48074 is primarily White (89.74%). Residents are moderately educated — 28.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.8%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48074 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 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 48074 in Smiths Creek, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 9,617 residents, a median household income of $69,600, and a median home value of $191,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.