| ZIP Code | 48451 |
|---|---|
| City | Linden |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Genesee County |
| Area Code | 810 |
| Elevation | 892 ft |
| Latitude | 42.805959 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.815991 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26049 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.7 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.72 |
| Below Poverty | 5.0% ▼ 50% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.1% ▲ 19% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 86 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,763 (25.5%) |
| Some College | 1,277 (11.8%) |
| Associates | 1,719 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,459 (13.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,542 (32.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $95,616 ▲ 25% above avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $268,600 ≈ Avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $973/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,005 |
| Vacant Units | 172 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,005 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 172 |
| Owner Occupied | 93.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 6.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
ZIP code 48451 is located in Linden, Michigan, within Genesee County. With a population of 15,993, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.7 years. Economically, 48451 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $95,616 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48451 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $268,600 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $973 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 93.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 48451 is primarily White (92.05%). Residents are well-educated — 46.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.0%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48451 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 48451 in Linden, MI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 15,993 residents, a median household income of $95,616, and a median home value of $268,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.