| ZIP Code | 48168 |
|---|---|
| City | Northville |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Wayne County |
| Area Code | 248/947 |
| Elevation | 893 ft |
| Latitude | 42.405262 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.540498 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.79 |
| Below Poverty | 3.0% ▼ 70% below avg |
| College Grads | 75.9% ▲ 96% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 16% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 149 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,380 (8.2%) |
| Some College | 1,024 (6.1%) |
| Associates | 1,481 (8.8%) |
| Bachelors | 846 (5.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,872 (70.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $173,671 ▲ 128% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $546,300 ▲ 96% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,248/mo ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,277 |
| Vacant Units | 322 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.79 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,277 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 322 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 8.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.79 |
ZIP code 48168 is located in Northville, Michigan, within Wayne County. With a population of 25,039, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.9 years. Economically, 48168 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $173,671 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48168 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $546,300 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,248 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 48168 is primarily White (71.96%). Residents are highly educated — 75.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.0%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48168 stands at 4.1%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 33% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 48168 in Northville, MI is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 25,039 residents, a median household income of $173,671, and a median home value of $546,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.