| ZIP Code | 48081 |
|---|---|
| City | Saint Clair Shores |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Macomb County |
| Area Code | 586 |
| Elevation | 584 ft |
| Latitude | 42.494669 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.895039 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26099 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.19 |
| Below Poverty | 5.7% ▼ 43% below avg |
| College Grads | 40.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 158 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,243 (28.1%) |
| Some College | 2,146 (14.2%) |
| Associates | 2,518 (16.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,829 (12.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,227 (28%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $75,735 ≈ Avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $202,400 ▼ 27% below avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,272/mo ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,669 |
| Vacant Units | 521 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,669 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 521 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
ZIP code 48081 is located in Saint Clair Shores, Michigan, within Macomb County. With a population of 20,254, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.4 years. Economically, 48081 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $75,735 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48081 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $202,400 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,272 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 48081 is primarily White (92.07%). Residents are well-educated — 40.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.7%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48081 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 48081 in Saint Clair Shores, MI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 20,254 residents, a median household income of $75,735, and a median home value of $202,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.