| ZIP Code | 48116 |
|---|---|
| City | Brighton |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Livingston County |
| Area Code | 810 |
| Elevation | 898 ft |
| Latitude | 42.505863 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.781249 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26093 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 4.1% ▼ 59% below avg |
| College Grads | 59.7% ▲ 54% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 20% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 104 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,607 (18.1%) |
| Some College | 1,831 (9.2%) |
| Associates | 2,510 (12.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,671 (8.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,233 (51.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $109,606 ▲ 44% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $355,800 ▲ 28% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,229/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,230 |
| Vacant Units | 696 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,230 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 696 |
| Owner Occupied | 85.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
ZIP code 48116 is located in Brighton, Michigan, within Livingston County. With a population of 27,817, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.8 years. Economically, 48116 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $109,606 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48116 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $355,800 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,229 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 85.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 48116 is primarily White (92.71%). Residents are well-educated — 59.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.1%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48116 stands at 3.9%, which is below the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 48116 in Brighton, MI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 27,817 residents, a median household income of $109,606, and a median home value of $355,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.