| ZIP Code | 48314 |
|---|---|
| City | Sterling Heights |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Macomb County |
| Area Code | 586 |
| Elevation | 634 ft |
| Latitude | 42.612074 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.053489 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26099 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.2 yrs ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.35 |
| Below Poverty | 9.7% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 44.9% ▲ 16% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 37% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 340 (2.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,324 (28.4%) |
| Some College | 1,618 (10.6%) |
| Associates | 2,096 (13.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,215 (8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,613 (36.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $80,383 ≈ Avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $309,700 ▲ 11% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,397/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,286 |
| Vacant Units | 204 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,286 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 204 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
ZIP code 48314 is located in Sterling Heights, Michigan, within Macomb County. With a population of 21,379, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 49.2 years. Economically, 48314 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $80,383 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48314 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $309,700 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,397 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 48314 is primarily White (77.71%). Residents are well-educated — 44.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.7%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48314 stands at 3.1%, which is below the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 48314 in Sterling Heights, MI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 21,379 residents, a median household income of $80,383, and a median home value of $309,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.