| ZIP Code | 48346 |
|---|---|
| City | Clarkston |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Oakland County |
| Area Code | 248/947 |
| Elevation | 1,023 ft |
| Latitude | 42.717889 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.428715 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26125 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.2 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 7.0% ▼ 30% below avg |
| College Grads | 53.0% ▲ 37% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 41% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 164 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,296 (21.2%) |
| Some College | 1,848 (11.9%) |
| Associates | 2,010 (12.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,786 (11.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,474 (41.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $97,857 ▲ 28% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $295,200 ≈ Avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,360/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,157 |
| Vacant Units | 649 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,157 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 649 |
| Owner Occupied | 70.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
ZIP code 48346 is located in Clarkston, Michigan, within Oakland County. With a population of 22,954, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.2 years. Economically, 48346 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $97,857 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48346 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $295,200 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,360 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 48346 is primarily White (82.76%). Residents are well-educated — 53.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.0%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48346 stands at 2.9%, which is below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 48346 in Clarkston, MI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 22,954 residents, a median household income of $97,857, and a median home value of $295,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.