ZIP Code 48048, Michigan
ZIP Code 48048 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 48048 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Macomb County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 11,349. The land area covers 20.11 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,349 | ±304 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.2 yrs | ±1.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,234 | ±220 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 3,417 | ±233 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,234 | ±220 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 183 | ±139 |
| Median Home Value | $188,700 | ±$30,352 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,364 | ±$76 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $70,938 | ±$6,786 |
| Per Capita Income | $25,185 | ±$3,668 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.2% | ±9.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,316 | ±901 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,164 | ±524 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.9% | ±8.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 886,175 (2024)
ID: 166598
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY EXECUTIVE
1 S MAIN ST, FL 1, MOUNT CLEMENS MI 48043-2327
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | STERLING HEIGHTS, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | CLAY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | CLAY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-06 | CLAY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CLINTON TWP, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | ALMONT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-07 | ALMONT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ROMEO, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | IRA, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | NEW BALTIMORE, MI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Ross Medical Education Center-New Baltimore
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College Vocational | 4.9 mi away | 51133 Birch Street, Ste 100, New Baltimore, MI, 48047-1581 |
5867163837
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LENOX TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 0.6 mi away | 58976 MAIN STREET, NEW HAVEN, MI, 48048 |
(586) 749-3430
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Paul Mitchell the School-Michigan
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College Vocational | 15.4 mi away | 40688 Van Dyke Ave, Sterling Heights, MI, 48313 |
5869398600
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CHESTERFIELD TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 50560 PATRICIA AVENUE, CHESTERFIELD, MI, 48051 |
(586) 598-4900
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Dorsey College-Roseville
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College | 15.7 mi away | 31450 Gratiot Avenue, Roseville, MI, 48066 |
5862963225
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MACDONALD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 36480 MAIN STREET, NEW BALTIMORE, MI, 48047 |
(586) 725-0273
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U.S. Truck Driver Training School
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College Vocational | 18.0 mi away | 6500 15 Mile Road, Sterling Heights, MI, 48312-4518 |
5868381268
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LOIS WAGNER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 35200 DIVISION ROAD, RICHMOND, MI, 48062 |
(586) 727-2665
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Rochester University
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College | 18.3 mi away | 800 West Avon Road, Rochester Hills, MI, 48307 |
2482182011
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NORTH BRANCH
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 54100 BROUGHTON RD., MACOMB, MI, 48042 |
(586) 226-5080
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at MT CLEMENS ANG BASE, MI US, located 9.1 miles from ZCTA5 48048. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.6° | 17.9° | 24.8° | 2.22" | 10.6" |
| February | 34.2° | 18.5° | 26.3° | 1.75" | 8.5" |
| March | 43.5° | 25.9° | 34.7° | 2.45" | 5.2" |
| April | 56.3° | 35.9° | 46.1° | 3.36" | 0.7" |
| May | 68.1° | 46.7° | 57.4° | 3.59" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.1° | 57.0° | 67.6° | 3.31" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.2° | 61.9° | 72.0° | 3.82" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.9° | 60.7° | 70.3° | 3.68" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.0° | 53.1° | 63.0° | 3.17" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.5° | 42.5° | 51.5° | 2.82" | 0.0" |
| November | 47.5° | 32.4° | 39.9° | 2.60" | 1.3" |
| December | 36.5° | 24.1° | 30.3° | 2.19" | 5.9" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Haven village | Village | 0.7 mi | — |
| New Baltimore city | City | 4.8 mi | — |
| Richmond city | City | 5.5 mi | — |
| Armada village | Village | 8.3 mi | — |
| Mount Clemens city | City | 10.6 mi | — |
| Memphis city | City | 10.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 48048. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.