| ZIP Code | 48855 |
|---|---|
| City | Howell |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Livingston County |
| Area Code | 517 |
| Elevation | 904 ft |
| Latitude | 42.681274 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.8972 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26093 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.3 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.74 |
| Below Poverty | 3.2% ▼ 68% below avg |
| College Grads | 48.5% ▲ 25% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.8% ▼ 44% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 75 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,864 (25.6%) |
| Some College | 1,033 (9.2%) |
| Associates | 1,783 (15.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,452 (13%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,972 (35.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $104,552 ▲ 37% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $317,200 ▲ 14% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,485/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,294 |
| Vacant Units | 244 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.74 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,294 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 244 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.74 |
ZIP code 48855 is located in Howell, Michigan, within Livingston County. With a population of 16,625, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.3 years. Economically, 48855 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $104,552 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48855 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $317,200 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,485 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 48855 is primarily White (93.23%). Residents are well-educated — 48.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.2%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48855 stands at 2.8%, which is below the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 48855 in Howell, MI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 16,625 residents, a median household income of $104,552, and a median home value of $317,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.