| ZIP Code | 48362 |
|---|---|
| City | Lake Orion |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Oakland County |
| Area Code | 248/947 |
| Elevation | 996 ft |
| Latitude | 42.782351 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.269423 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26125 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.9 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.45 |
| Below Poverty | 6.1% ▼ 39% below avg |
| College Grads | 52.8% ▲ 36% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.3% ▼ 52% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 43 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,043 (19.4%) |
| Some College | 1,355 (12.8%) |
| Associates | 1,538 (14.6%) |
| Bachelors | 991 (9.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,584 (43.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $108,667 ▲ 42% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $313,600 ▲ 12% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,095/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,428 |
| Vacant Units | 458 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,428 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 458 |
| Owner Occupied | 85.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
ZIP code 48362 is located in Lake Orion, Michigan, within Oakland County. With a population of 14,746, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.9 years. Economically, 48362 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $108,667 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48362 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $313,600 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,095 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 85.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 48362 is primarily White (88.14%). Residents are well-educated — 52.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.1%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48362 stands at 2.3%, which is well below the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 48362 in Lake Orion, MI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 14,746 residents, a median household income of $108,667, and a median home value of $313,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.