US ZIP Code
48438

Goodrich, MI

Genesee County  ·  Michigan

● Active
👥 7,305 Population ↑ 7% since 2019
💰 $100,759 Median HH Income
▲ 32% above avg ↑ 11% since 2019
🎂 43.6 Median Age
🏠 $309,000 Median Home Value
▲ 11% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019
🎓 45.7% College Grads
▲ 18% above avg
📊 5.0% Unemployment
≈ Avg ↓ 3% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code48438
CityGoodrich
StateMichigan (MI)
CountyGenesee County
Area Code810
Elevation928 ft
Latitude42.913657
Longitude-83.484165
TimezoneDetroit (DST)
FIPS26049
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 50.1% (3,656) Female 50.0% (3,649) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 91.7%Hispanic: 3.8%Black: 0.4%Asian: 0%Other: 3.9%Race
White91.7%
Hispanic3.8%
Black0.4%
Asian0.0%
Other3.9%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
5%
5–17
17%
18–24
9%
25–44
21%
45–64
30%
65+
9%

Key Indicators

Median Age43.6 yrs
Avg Household Size2.69
Below Poverty5.4% ▼ 46% below avg
College Grads45.7% ▲ 18% above avg
Unemployment5.0% ≈ Avg
No HS Diploma26 (0.5%)
HS Graduate1,146 (23.2%)
Some College577 (11.7%)
Associates927 (18.8%)
Bachelors578 (11.7%)
Graduate Degree1,678 (34%)

Education

No HS: 0.5%HS Grad: 23.2%Some College: 11.7%Associates: 18.8%Bachelors: 11.7%Graduate: 34%Edu
No HS0.5%
HS Grad23.2%
Some College11.7%
Associates18.8%
Bachelors11.7%
Graduate34.0%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 96%Renter: 4%Tenure
Owner96.0%
Renter4.0%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
1%
$50k–100k
0%
$100k–150k
4%
$150k–200k
9%
$200k–300k
34%
$300k–500k
41%
Over $500k
11%

Financials

Median HH Income$100,759 ▲ 32% above avg ↑ 11% since 2019
Median Home Value$309,000 ▲ 11% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,353/mo ↑ 12% since 2019
Total Units2,781
Vacant Units90
Avg HH Size2.69

Income Distribution

Under $25k
3%
$25k–50k
13%
$50k–75k
16%
$75k–100k
15%
$100k–150k
23%
$150k–200k
13%
Over $200k
15%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
85%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
14%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
15%
15–30 min
30%
30–45 min
28%
Over 45 min
27%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
0%
1940s–1950s
7%
1960s–1970s
17%
1980s–1990s
22%
2000+
54%

Summary

Total Units2,781
Vacant90
Owner Occupied96.0%
Renter Occupied4.0%
Avg HH Size2.69
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 48438 is in Goodrich, MI, in Genesee County.
ZIP code 48438 is located in Michigan (MI).
ZIP code 48438 is in Genesee County, MI.
ZIP 48438 observes the Detroit timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 48438 is 7,305 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 48438 is $100,759 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 48438 is $309,000 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 48438

ZIP code 48438 is located in Goodrich, Michigan, within Genesee County. With a population of 7,305, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.6 years. Economically, 48438 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $100,759 is above the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 48438 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $309,000 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,353 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 96.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.

The population of 48438 is primarily White (91.72%). Residents are well-educated — 45.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.4%. Household income has grown by 11% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 48438 stands at 5.0%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.

Overall, ZIP code 48438 in Goodrich, MI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,305 residents, a median household income of $100,759, and a median home value of $309,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.