| ZIP Code | 48439 |
|---|---|
| City | Grand Blanc |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Genesee County |
| Area Code | 810 |
| Elevation | 854 ft |
| Latitude | 42.91714 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.631336 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26049 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 5.5% ▼ 45% below avg |
| College Grads | 55.5% ▲ 43% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 12% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 231 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,856 (19.7%) |
| Some College | 3,273 (9.4%) |
| Associates | 5,113 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 4,441 (12.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14,881 (42.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $88,505 ▲ 16% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $250,800 ▼ 10% below avg ↑ 48% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,035/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 22,101 |
| Vacant Units | 815 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 22,101 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 815 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
ZIP code 48439 is located in Grand Blanc, Michigan, within Genesee County. With a population of 52,071, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.1 years. Economically, 48439 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $88,505 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48439 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $250,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,035 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 48% since 2019.
The population of 48439 is primarily White (75.59%). Residents are well-educated — 55.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.5%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48439 stands at 4.3%, 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 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 48439 in Grand Blanc, MI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 52,071 residents, a median household income of $88,505, and a median home value of $250,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.