| ZIP Code | 48356 |
|---|---|
| City | Highland |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Oakland County |
| Area Code | 248 |
| Elevation | 1,010 ft |
| Latitude | 42.654414 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.592905 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26125 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.8 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.57 |
| Below Poverty | 5.7% ▼ 43% below avg |
| College Grads | 50.5% ▲ 30% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.5% ▼ 28% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 1,407 (24.9%) |
| Some College | 457 (8.1%) |
| Associates | 934 (16.5%) |
| Bachelors | 693 (12.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,157 (38.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $103,708 ▲ 36% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $314,500 ▲ 13% above avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $838/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,315 |
| Vacant Units | 200 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.57 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,315 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 200 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 8.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.57 |
ZIP code 48356 is located in Highland, Michigan, within Oakland County. With a population of 8,017, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.8 years. Economically, 48356 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $103,708 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48356 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $314,500 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $838 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 39% since 2019.
The population of 48356 is primarily White (93.70%). Residents are well-educated — 50.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.7%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48356 stands at 3.5%, 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 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 48356 in Highland, MI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 8,017 residents, a median household income of $103,708, and a median home value of $314,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.