| ZIP Code | 48390 |
|---|---|
| City | Walled Lake |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Oakland County |
| Area Code | 248/947 |
| Elevation | 917 ft |
| Latitude | 42.550711 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.474218 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26125 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.4 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.29 |
| Below Poverty | 6.6% ▼ 34% below avg |
| College Grads | 52.7% ▲ 36% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 242 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,509 (20.3%) |
| Some College | 1,813 (10.5%) |
| Associates | 2,615 (15.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,747 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,364 (42.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $89,411 ▲ 17% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $287,900 ≈ Avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,575/mo ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,995 |
| Vacant Units | 454 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,995 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 454 |
| Owner Occupied | 73.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 26.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
ZIP code 48390 is located in Walled Lake, Michigan, within Oakland County. With a population of 24,118, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.4 years. Economically, 48390 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $89,411 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48390 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $287,900 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,575 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 73.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 48390 is primarily White (83.43%). Residents are well-educated — 52.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.6%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48390 stands at 5.1%, which is near the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 48390 in Walled Lake, MI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 24,118 residents, a median household income of $89,411, and a median home value of $287,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.