| ZIP Code | 48236 |
|---|---|
| City | Grosse Pointe |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Wayne County |
| Area Code | 313 |
| Elevation | 588 ft |
| Latitude | 42.422583 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.89285 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.1 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 5.8% ▼ 42% below avg |
| College Grads | 72.6% ▲ 87% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 169 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,097 (9.7%) |
| Some College | 1,205 (5.6%) |
| Associates | 2,444 (11.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,163 (5.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14,486 (67.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $130,776 ▲ 71% above avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $353,000 ▲ 27% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,588/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,078 |
| Vacant Units | 482 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,078 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 482 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 8.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
ZIP code 48236 is located in Grosse Pointe, Michigan, within Wayne County. With a population of 31,383, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.1 years. Economically, 48236 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $130,776 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48236 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $353,000 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,588 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 48236 is primarily White (81.68%). Residents are highly educated — 72.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.8%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48236 stands at 5.2%, which is near the national average. About 23% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 48236 in Grosse Pointe, MI is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 31,383 residents, a median household income of $130,776, and a median home value of $353,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.