| ZIP Code | 48091 |
|---|---|
| City | Warren |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Macomb County |
| Area Code | 586 |
| Elevation | 628 ft |
| Latitude | 42.46813 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.058248 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26099 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.5 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.67 |
| Below Poverty | 18.0% ▲ 80% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.1% ▼ 30% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.7% ▲ 38% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,213 (6.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,301 (33.9%) |
| Some College | 3,050 (16.4%) |
| Associates | 2,994 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,656 (8.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,387 (18.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $53,400 ▼ 30% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $138,700 ▼ 50% below avg ↑ 60% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,231/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,919 |
| Vacant Units | 1,645 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.67 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,919 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,645 |
| Owner Occupied | 65.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 34.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.67 |
ZIP code 48091 is located in Warren, Michigan, within Macomb County. With a population of 30,207, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.5 years. Economically, 48091 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $53,400 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48091 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $138,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,231 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 65.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 60% since 2019.
The population of 48091 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 47.3%. Residents are moderately educated — 27.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.0%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48091 stands at 6.7%, which is above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 48091 in Warren, MI is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 30,207 residents, a median household income of $53,400, and a median home value of $138,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.