| ZIP Code | 48360 |
|---|---|
| City | Lake Orion |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Oakland County |
| Area Code | 248/947 |
| Elevation | 981 ft |
| Latitude | 42.747358 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.261 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26125 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.58 |
| Below Poverty | 2.6% ▼ 74% below avg |
| College Grads | 70.3% ▲ 81% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 54 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,163 (13.5%) |
| Some College | 477 (5.5%) |
| Associates | 869 (10.1%) |
| Bachelors | 718 (8.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,347 (62%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $135,701 ▲ 78% above avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $362,400 ▲ 30% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,377/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,951 |
| Vacant Units | 220 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.58 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,951 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 220 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.58 |
ZIP code 48360 is located in Lake Orion, Michigan, within Oakland County. With a population of 12,250, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41 years. Economically, 48360 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $135,701 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48360 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $362,400 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,377 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 48360 is primarily White (77.85%). Residents are highly educated — 70.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.6%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48360 stands at 4.1%, which is below the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 48360 in Lake Orion, MI is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 12,250 residents, a median household income of $135,701, and a median home value of $362,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.