ZIP Code 48356, Michigan
ZIP Code 48356 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 48356 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Oakland County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 8,365. The land area covers 14.01 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,365 | ±616 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.1 yrs | ±3.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,233 | ±235 | 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 | 3,419 | ±227 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,233 | ±235 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 186 | ±76 |
| Median Home Value | $336,800 | ±$17,348 |
| Median Gross Rent | $874 | ±$139 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $103,872 | ±$11,494 |
| Per Capita Income | $48,790 | ±$3,898 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.3% | ±3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 527 | ±255 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.7% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,582 | ±382 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.8% | ±1.9% |
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-05 | PONTIAC, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | NORTHVILLE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | DAVISBURG, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | FENTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | NEW HUDSON, MI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | HIGHLAND, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | CLARKSTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | WATERFORD, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | FARMINGTON HILLS, MI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | UG | ORTONVILLE, 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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Port Huron Cosmetology College
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College Vocational | 10.4 mi away | 5620 Dixie Hwy, Waterford, MI, 48329 |
2486239494
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HIGHLAND TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 444 BEACH FARM CIRCLE, HIGHLAND, MI, 48356 |
(248) 887-2218
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Marketti Academy of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 11.3 mi away | 4390 Dixie Hwy, Waterford, MI, 48329 |
2486186394
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MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 330 FAMILY DRIVE, MILFORD, MI, 48381 |
(248) 684-0845
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D&S School of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 11.4 mi away | 4180 Elizabeth Lake Road, Waterford, MI, 48328 |
2487383860
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WHITE LAKE TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 11005 ELIZABETH LAKE RD., WHITE LAKE, MI, 48386 |
(248) 698-4942
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Brighton Institute of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 12.0 mi away | 10543 Citation Drive, Brighton, MI, 48116-8360 |
8102295066
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SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 12000 DAVISBURG ROAD, DAVISBURG, MI, 48350 |
(248) 846-6550
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Ross Medical Education Center-Brighton
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College Vocational | 12.7 mi away | 8110 Murphy Drive, Brighton, MI, 48116-7402 |
8102270160
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COMMERCE TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 180 E. COMMERCE, COMMERCE TOWNSHIP, MI, 48390 |
(248) 669-8108
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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 WHITE LAKE 4E, MI US, located 6.9 miles from ZCTA5 48356. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28.8° | 13.4° | 21.1° | 2.59" | 14.7" |
| February | 31.6° | 13.8° | 22.7° | 1.81" | 16.6" |
| March | 41.9° | 23.3° | 32.6° | 2.26" | 7.7" |
| April | 55.1° | 33.4° | 44.3° | 3.25" | 3.6" |
| May | 66.7° | 44.4° | 55.6° | 3.86" | 0.0" |
| June | 75.9° | 53.1° | 64.5° | 3.48" | 0.0" |
| July | 79.6° | 56.5° | 68.0° | 3.56" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.0° | 55.3° | 66.6° | 3.08" | 0.0" |
| September | 70.9° | 48.9° | 59.9° | 3.45" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.4° | 38.6° | 48.5° | 3.04" | 0.1" |
| November | 44.9° | 28.6° | 36.7° | 2.63" | 5.0" |
| December | 33.2° | 19.7° | 26.5° | 2.28" | 14.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milford village | Village | 4.6 mi | — |
| Hartland CDP | CDP | 7.7 mi | — |
| Wolverine Lake village | Village | 8.8 mi | — |
| Wixom city | City | 9.6 mi | — |
| Holly village | Village | 10.1 mi | — |
| Walled Lake city | City | 10.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 48356. • 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.