| ZIP Code | 48114 |
|---|---|
| City | Brighton |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Livingston County |
| Area Code | 810 |
| Elevation | 966 ft |
| Latitude | 42.567939 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.75629 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26093 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.71 |
| Below Poverty | 3.2% ▼ 68% below avg |
| College Grads | 56.4% ▲ 45% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 40% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 68 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,188 (21.5%) |
| Some College | 1,305 (8.8%) |
| Associates | 1,918 (12.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,355 (9.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,014 (47.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $118,581 ▲ 55% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $384,800 ▲ 38% above avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,333/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,223 |
| Vacant Units | 308 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.71 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,223 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 308 |
| Owner Occupied | 92.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.71 |
ZIP code 48114 is located in Brighton, Michigan, within Livingston County. With a population of 21,476, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44 years. Economically, 48114 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $118,581 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48114 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $384,800 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,333 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 92.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 48114 is primarily White (91.91%). Residents are well-educated — 56.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.2%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48114 stands at 2.9%, which is below the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 48114 in Brighton, MI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 21,476 residents, a median household income of $118,581, and a median home value of $384,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.