| ZIP Code | 48426 |
|---|---|
| City | Decker |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Sanilac County |
| Area Code | 810 |
| Elevation | 779 ft |
| Latitude | 43.508618 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.065131 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26151 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.5 yrs ↓ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.27 |
| Below Poverty | 26.3% ▲ 163% above avg |
| College Grads | 23.5% ▼ 39% below avg |
| Unemployment | 1.9% ▼ 60% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 8 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 228 (41.8%) |
| Some College | 91 (16.7%) |
| Associates | 90 (16.5%) |
| Bachelors | 70 (12.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 58 (10.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,727 ▼ 22% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $119,500 ▼ 57% below avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $805/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 440 |
| Vacant Units | 57 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.27 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 440 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 57 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.27 |
ZIP code 48426 is located in Decker, Michigan, within Sanilac County. With a population of 1,275, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 30.5 years. Economically, 48426 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $59,727 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48426 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $119,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $805 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 12% since 2019.
The population of 48426 is primarily White (94.04%). Residents are less-educated — 23.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 26.3%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48426 stands at 1.9%, which is well below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 64%.
Overall, ZIP code 48426 in Decker, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,275 residents, a median household income of $59,727, and a median home value of $119,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.