| ZIP Code | 48821 |
|---|---|
| City | Dimondale |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Eaton County |
| Area Code | 517 |
| Elevation | 876 ft |
| Latitude | 42.640388 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.6513 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26045 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.0 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.46 |
| Below Poverty | 3.5% ▼ 65% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.0% ▲ 21% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 27% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 78 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 943 (20.3%) |
| Some College | 538 (11.6%) |
| Associates | 907 (19.5%) |
| Bachelors | 534 (11.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,655 (35.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $103,652 ▲ 36% above avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $237,700 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,003/mo ↓ 5% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,591 |
| Vacant Units | 147 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,591 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 147 |
| Owner Occupied | 95.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 4.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
ZIP code 48821 is located in Dimondale, Michigan, within Eaton County. With a population of 6,180, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47 years. Economically, 48821 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $103,652 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48821 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $237,700 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,003 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 95.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 48821 is primarily White (88.92%). Residents are well-educated — 47.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.5%. Household income has grown by 39% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48821 stands at 3.6%, 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 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 48821 in Dimondale, MI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,180 residents, a median household income of $103,652, and a median home value of $237,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.