| ZIP Code | 48894 |
|---|---|
| City | Westphalia |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Clinton County |
| Area Code | 989 |
| Elevation | 767 ft |
| Latitude | 42.925563 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.792902 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.1 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.85 |
| Below Poverty | 3.7% ▼ 63% below avg |
| College Grads | 50.3% ▲ 30% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 51% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 10 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 359 (26.2%) |
| Some College | 117 (8.5%) |
| Associates | 196 (14.3%) |
| Bachelors | 205 (14.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 485 (35.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $110,000 ▲ 44% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $250,400 ▼ 10% below avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $839/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 802 |
| Vacant Units | 6 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.85 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 802 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 6 |
| Owner Occupied | 94.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 5.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.85 |
ZIP code 48894 is located in Westphalia, Michigan, within Clinton County. With a population of 2,269, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.1 years. Economically, 48894 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $110,000 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48894 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $250,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $839 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 94.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 44% since 2019.
The population of 48894 is primarily White (96.91%). Residents are well-educated — 50.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.7%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48894 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. About 20% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 48894 in Westphalia, MI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,269 residents, a median household income of $110,000, and a median home value of $250,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.