ZIP Code 48073, Michigan
ZIP Code 48073 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 48073 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Oakland County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 33,106. The land area covers 7.39 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 33,106 | ±898 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.7 yrs | ±1.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 16,354 | ±571 | 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 | 17,497 | ±542 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 16,354 | ±571 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,143 | ±290 |
| Median Home Value | $323,600 | ±$8,946 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,283 | ±$67 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $91,627 | ±$4,086 |
| Per Capita Income | $60,812 | ±$3,159 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.2% | ±1.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,028 | ±479 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3% | ±0.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 19,737 | ±875 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.7% | ±0.7% |
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: 1,296,888 (2024)
ID: 166606
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHIEF OF FISCAL SERVICES
2100 PONTIAC LAKE RD, WATERFORD MI 48328
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | SOUTHFIELD, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | DETROIT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | WARREN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | DEARBORN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-12 | DETROIT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | WARREN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | DETROIT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | DETROIT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ROYAL OAK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | SOUTHFIELD, 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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Elevate Salon Institute
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College Vocational | 0.4 mi away | 4050 Crooks Rd., Royal Oak, MI, 48073 |
2489653353
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BLAIR MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 416 NORTH MAIN STREET, CLAWSON, MI, 48017 |
(248) 588-5500
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Motion Picture Institute
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College Vocational | 2.3 mi away | 2040 Crooks Rd, Ste.B, Troy, MI, 48084 |
2485281760
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BERKLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 3155 COOLIDGE HIGHWAY, BERKLEY, MI, 48072 |
(248) 658-3440
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Carnegie Institute
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College | 2.7 mi away | 550 Stephenson Hwy Suite 100, Troy, MI, 48083 |
2485891078
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ROYAL OAK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 222 EAST ELEVEN MILE ROAD, ROYAL OAK, MI, 48067 |
(248) 246-3700
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Chamberlain University-Michigan
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College | 2.7 mi away | 200 Kirts Boulevard, Suite C, Troy, MI, 48084 |
2488174140
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HUNTINGTON WOODS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 26415 SCOTIA ROAD, HUNTINGTON WOODS, MI, 48070 |
(248) 543-9720
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David Pressley School of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 2.9 mi away | 1127 S Washington St, Royal Oak, MI, 48067-3219 |
2485485090
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MADISON HEIGHTS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 240 WEST THIRTEEN MILE ROAD, MADISON HEIGHTS, MI, 48071 |
(248) 588-7763
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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 PONTIAC WWTP, MI US, located 9.5 miles from ZCTA5 48073. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.3° | 17.1° | 24.2° | 2.18" | 12.1" |
| February | 34.0° | 18.2° | 26.1° | 1.87" | 9.0" |
| March | 44.3° | 26.2° | 35.2° | 2.19" | 4.1" |
| April | 57.6° | 36.4° | 47.0° | 2.94" | 0.9" |
| May | 69.4° | 49.0° | 59.2° | 3.81" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.2° | 58.6° | 68.4° | 3.29" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.3° | 62.9° | 72.6° | 3.14" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.8° | 61.7° | 71.3° | 3.24" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.9° | 53.7° | 63.8° | 2.92" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.5° | 42.3° | 51.4° | 2.90" | 0.1" |
| November | 47.4° | 32.1° | 39.7° | 3.15" | 1.7" |
| December | 36.4° | 24.3° | 30.3° | 2.25" | 8.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak city | City | 0.9 mi | — |
| Clawson city | City | 1.4 mi | — |
| Berkley city | City | 1.8 mi | — |
| Huntington Woods city | City | 2.6 mi | — |
| Birmingham city | City | 3.2 mi | — |
| Madison Heights city | City | 3.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 48073. • 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.