| ZIP Code | 48348 |
|---|---|
| City | Clarkston |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Oakland County |
| Area Code | 248/947 |
| Elevation | 1,106 ft |
| Latitude | 42.768579 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.404438 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26125 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.79 |
| Below Poverty | 4.3% ▼ 57% below avg |
| College Grads | 59.9% ▲ 54% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 32% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 194 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,850 (17.3%) |
| Some College | 1,276 (7.7%) |
| Associates | 2,295 (13.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,563 (9.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,296 (50.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $131,586 ▲ 72% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $421,300 ▲ 51% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,231/mo ↓ 7% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,151 |
| Vacant Units | 253 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.79 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,151 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 253 |
| Owner Occupied | 92.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.79 |
ZIP code 48348 is located in Clarkston, Michigan, within Oakland County. With a population of 24,892, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.3 years. Economically, 48348 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $131,586 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48348 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $421,300 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,231 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 92.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 48348 is primarily White (86.90%). Residents are well-educated — 59.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.3%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48348 stands at 3.3%, which is below the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 48348 in Clarkston, MI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 24,892 residents, a median household income of $131,586, and a median home value of $421,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.