ZIP Code 48085, Michigan
ZIP Code 48085 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 48085 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Oakland County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 27,231. The land area covers 9.30 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27,231 | ±1,350 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,088 | ±345 | 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 | 9,261 | ±345 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,088 | ±345 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 173 | ±86 |
| Median Home Value | $423,800 | ±$8,864 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,620 | ±$834 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $146,390 | ±$9,999 |
| Per Capita Income | $56,909 | ±$3,617 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.3% | ±1.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 905 | ±401 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.8% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 13,610 | ±899 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.2% | ±1.4% |
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 | PK-08 | WARREN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | DETROIT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ROYAL OAK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | SOUTHFIELD, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | STERLING HEIGHTS, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | HAZEL PARK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | PONTIAC, 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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Michigan College of Beauty-Troy
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College Vocational | 2.3 mi away | 3498 Rochester Rd, Troy, MI, 48083 |
2485280303
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TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 510 WEST BIG BEAVER ROAD, TROY, MI, 48084 |
(248) 524-3538
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Walsh College
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College | 2.4 mi away | 3838 Livernois, Troy, MI, 48083-5066 |
2488231600
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UTICA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 7530 AUBURN ROAD, UTICA, MI, 48317 |
(586) 731-4141
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Chamberlain University-Michigan
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College | 3.6 mi away | 200 Kirts Boulevard, Suite C, Troy, MI, 48084 |
2488174140
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BLAIR MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 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 | 4.2 mi away | 2040 Crooks Rd, Ste.B, Troy, MI, 48084 |
2485281760
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BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 500 OLDE TOWNE ROAD, ROCHESTER, MI, 48307 |
(248) 650-7122
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Carnegie Institute
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College | 4.5 mi away | 550 Stephenson Hwy Suite 100, Troy, MI, 48083 |
2485891078
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EARLY LITERACY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 500 OLDE TOWNNE ROAD, ROCHESTER, MI, 48307 |
(248) 650-7122
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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 7.2 miles from ZCTA5 48085. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Troy city | City | 1.8 mi | — |
| Rochester Hills city | City | 4.5 mi | — |
| Clawson city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| Sterling Heights city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| Utica city | City | 5.3 mi | — |
| Rochester city | City | 5.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 48085. • 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.