| ZIP Code | 48340 |
|---|---|
| City | Pontiac |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Oakland County |
| Area Code | 248/586/810/947 |
| Elevation | 975 ft |
| Latitude | 42.672141 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.287938 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26125 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.1 yrs ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 22.6% ▲ 126% above avg |
| College Grads | 24.2% ▼ 38% below avg |
| Unemployment | 10.9% ▲ 122% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 200 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,177 (42.4%) |
| Some College | 2,191 (15%) |
| Associates | 2,490 (17.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,059 (7.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,462 (16.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $46,474 ▼ 39% below avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $105,800 ▼ 62% below avg ↑ 78% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,096/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,154 |
| Vacant Units | 878 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,154 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 878 |
| Owner Occupied | 43.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 56.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
ZIP code 48340 is located in Pontiac, Michigan, within Oakland County. With a population of 25,696, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.1 years. Economically, 48340 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $46,474 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48340 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $105,800 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,096 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (43.4%) and renters (56.6%). Median home values have increased by 78% since 2019.
The population of 48340 is racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 30.7%. Residents are less-educated — 24.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 22.6%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48340 stands at 10.9%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 48340 in Pontiac, MI is characterized as working-class, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 25,696 residents, a median household income of $46,474, and a median home value of $105,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.