| ZIP Code | 48820 |
|---|---|
| City | Dewitt |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Clinton County |
| Area Code | 517 |
| Elevation | 874 ft |
| Latitude | 42.863913 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.592296 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.7 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.61 |
| Below Poverty | 3.6% ▼ 65% below avg |
| College Grads | 57.9% ▲ 49% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.8% ▼ 42% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 149 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,452 (19.5%) |
| Some College | 1,047 (8.3%) |
| Associates | 1,639 (13.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,629 (13%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,632 (44.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $106,651 ▲ 40% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $318,400 ▲ 14% above avg ↑ 47% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,098/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,002 |
| Vacant Units | 128 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,002 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 128 |
| Owner Occupied | 85.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
ZIP code 48820 is located in Dewitt, Michigan, within Clinton County. With a population of 18,109, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.7 years. Economically, 48820 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $106,651 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48820 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $318,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,098 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 85.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 47% since 2019.
The population of 48820 is primarily White (88.09%). Residents are well-educated — 57.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.6%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48820 stands at 2.8%, which is below the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 48820 in Dewitt, MI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 18,109 residents, a median household income of $106,651, and a median home value of $318,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.