| ZIP Code | 48357 |
|---|---|
| City | Highland |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Oakland County |
| Area Code | 248 |
| Elevation | 1,116 ft |
| Latitude | 42.658574 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.646557 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26125 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.70 |
| Below Poverty | 9.5% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 42.9% ▲ 11% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 23% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 69 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,738 (29.9%) |
| Some College | 547 (9.4%) |
| Associates | 968 (16.6%) |
| Bachelors | 849 (14.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,645 (28.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $94,656 ▲ 24% above avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $327,100 ▲ 17% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,121/mo ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,340 |
| Vacant Units | 193 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.70 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,340 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 193 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.70 |
ZIP code 48357 is located in Highland, Michigan, within Oakland County. With a population of 8,523, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.8 years. Economically, 48357 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $94,656 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48357 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $327,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,121 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 48357 is primarily White (93.08%). Residents are well-educated — 42.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.5%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48357 stands at 3.8%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 48357 in Highland, MI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 8,523 residents, a median household income of $94,656, and a median home value of $327,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.