| ZIP Code | 48734 |
|---|---|
| City | Frankenmuth |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Saginaw County |
| Area Code | 989 |
| Elevation | 657 ft |
| Latitude | 43.357562 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.74851 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26145 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.7 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.18 |
| Below Poverty | 3.7% ▼ 63% below avg |
| College Grads | 59.0% ▲ 52% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 26 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,348 (23.9%) |
| Some College | 479 (8.5%) |
| Associates | 457 (8.1%) |
| Bachelors | 640 (11.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,681 (47.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $89,217 ▲ 17% above avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $285,100 ≈ Avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $830/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,827 |
| Vacant Units | 418 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,827 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 418 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
ZIP code 48734 is located in Frankenmuth, Michigan, within Saginaw County. With a population of 7,642, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 49.7 years. Economically, 48734 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $89,217 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48734 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $285,100 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $830 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 45% since 2019.
The population of 48734 is primarily White (90.89%). Residents are well-educated — 59.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.7%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48734 stands at 4.1%, which is 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 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 48734 in Frankenmuth, MI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,642 residents, a median household income of $89,217, and a median home value of $285,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.