| ZIP Code | 48080 |
|---|---|
| City | Saint Clair Shores |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Macomb County |
| Area Code | 586 |
| Elevation | 583 ft |
| Latitude | 42.465411 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.897399 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26099 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.95 |
| Below Poverty | 9.3% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 44.8% ▲ 16% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 138 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,984 (24%) |
| Some College | 1,869 (11.3%) |
| Associates | 3,165 (19.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,807 (10.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,614 (33.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,884 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $188,800 ▼ 32% below avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,070/mo ↑ 10% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,424 |
| Vacant Units | 338 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.95 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,424 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 338 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.95 |
ZIP code 48080 is located in Saint Clair Shores, Michigan, within Macomb County. With a population of 21,799, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.1 years. Economically, 48080 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $69,884 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48080 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $188,800 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,070 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 45% since 2019.
The population of 48080 is primarily White (82.85%). Residents are well-educated — 44.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.3%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48080 stands at 3.6%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 48080 in Saint Clair Shores, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 21,799 residents, a median household income of $69,884, and a median home value of $188,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.