| ZIP Code | 48837 |
|---|---|
| City | Grand Ledge |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Eaton County |
| Area Code | 517 |
| Elevation | 863 ft |
| Latitude | 42.74701 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.771033 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26045 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.8 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.36 |
| Below Poverty | 3.6% ▼ 64% below avg |
| College Grads | 52.0% ▲ 34% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 24% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 85 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,139 (22%) |
| Some College | 1,381 (9.7%) |
| Associates | 2,255 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,855 (13%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,582 (39%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $93,161 ▲ 22% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $239,300 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,034/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,638 |
| Vacant Units | 286 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,638 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 286 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
ZIP code 48837 is located in Grand Ledge, Michigan, within Eaton County. With a population of 19,822, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.8 years. Economically, 48837 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $93,161 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48837 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $239,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,034 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 48837 is primarily White (87.79%). Residents are well-educated — 52.0% 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 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48837 stands at 3.7%, which is below the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 48837 in Grand Ledge, MI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 19,822 residents, a median household income of $93,161, and a median home value of $239,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.