| ZIP Code | 48118 |
|---|---|
| City | Chelsea |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Washtenaw County |
| Area Code | 734 |
| Elevation | 910 ft |
| Latitude | 42.312205 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.0341 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26161 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.8 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.27 |
| Below Poverty | 2.8% ▼ 72% below avg |
| College Grads | 61.6% ▲ 59% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.0% ▼ 59% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 24 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,286 (13.7%) |
| Some College | 958 (10.2%) |
| Associates | 1,348 (14.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,087 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,707 (50%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $87,934 ▲ 15% above avg ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $348,500 ▲ 25% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,576/mo ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,864 |
| Vacant Units | 253 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,864 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 253 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
ZIP code 48118 is located in Chelsea, Michigan, within Washtenaw County. With a population of 13,088, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.8 years. Economically, 48118 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $87,934 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48118 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $348,500 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,576 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 48118 is primarily White (92.54%). Residents are highly educated — 61.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.8%. Household income has declined by 2% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48118 stands at 2.0%, which is well below the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 48118 in Chelsea, MI is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 13,088 residents, a median household income of $87,934, and a median home value of $348,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.