| ZIP Code | 48304 |
|---|---|
| City | Bloomfield Hills |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Oakland County |
| Area Code | 248 |
| Elevation | 846 ft |
| Latitude | 42.58894 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.233229 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26125 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.0 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.54 |
| Below Poverty | 3.2% ▼ 69% below avg |
| College Grads | 79.3% ▲ 105% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 27% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 79 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 940 (7.8%) |
| Some College | 453 (3.8%) |
| Associates | 1,013 (8.4%) |
| Bachelors | 615 (5.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,925 (74.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $140,700 ▲ 84% above avg ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $481,500 ▲ 73% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,492/mo |
| Total Units | 7,165 |
| Vacant Units | 495 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.54 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,165 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 495 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.54 |
ZIP code 48304 is located in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, within Oakland County. With a population of 17,436, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50 years. Economically, 48304 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $140,700 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48304 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $481,500 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,492 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 48304 is primarily White (79.12%). Residents are highly educated — 79.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.2%. Household income has grown by 10% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48304 stands at 3.6%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 29% — 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 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 48304 in Bloomfield Hills, MI is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 17,436 residents, a median household income of $140,700, and a median home value of $481,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.