ZIP Code 48855, Michigan
ZIP Code 48855 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 48855 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Livingston County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 16,668. The land area covers 91.06 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,668 | ±942 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.2 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,162 | ±334 | 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 | 6,489 | ±359 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,162 | ±334 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 327 | ±134 |
| Median Home Value | $344,600 | ±$11,611 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,501 | ±$190 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $108,442 | ±$3,478 |
| Per Capita Income | $46,061 | ±$2,875 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.2% | ±1.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 867 | ±274 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.2% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,382 | ±565 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.9% | ±0.9% |
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: 196,976 (2024)
ID: 166597
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
304 E GRAND RIVER AVE, STE 201, HOWELL MI 48843-2488
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Education School Nearby | UG | HOWELL, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | FENTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | NEW HUDSON, MI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | HIGHLAND, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | BRIGHTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BRIGHTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BYRON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BYRON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BYRON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | LINDEN, 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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Cleary University
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College | 6.6 mi away | 3750 Cleary Drive, Howell, MI, 48843 |
8006861883
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HOWELL CARNEGIE DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 314 WEST GRAND RIVER AVENUE, HOWELL, MI, 48843 |
(517) 546-0720
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Ross Medical Education Center-Brighton
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College Vocational | 10.5 mi away | 8110 Murphy Drive, Brighton, MI, 48116-7402 |
8102270160
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CROMAINE DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 3688 NORTH HARTLAND ROAD, HARTLAND, MI, 48353 |
(810) 632-5200
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Brighton Institute of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 13.6 mi away | 10543 Citation Drive, Brighton, MI, 48116-8360 |
8102295066
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FOWLERVILLE DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 130 S GRAND AVE, FOWLERVILLE, MI, 48836 |
(517) 223-9089
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Sharp's Academy of Hairstyling
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College Vocational | 21.1 mi away | 8166 N Holly Rd, Grand Blanc, MI, 48439 |
8106956742
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BURNS TOWNSHIP/GEORGE VINCE LIBRARY COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.4 mi away | 312 WEST MAPLE, BYRON, MI, 48418 |
(810) 266-4620
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Creative Hair School of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 21.8 mi away | 4205 Miller Rd Suite 4-7, Flint, MI, 48507 |
8107874247
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LINDEN LIBRARY
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 201 NORTH MAIN STREET, LINDEN, MI, 48451 |
(810) 735-7700
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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 HOWELL WWTP, MI US, located 6.3 miles from ZCTA5 48855. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.2° | 14.4° | 22.8° | 2.12" | 10.4" |
| February | 34.8° | 14.6° | 24.7° | 1.64" | 7.9" |
| March | 44.3° | 23.6° | 34.0° | 2.04" | 4.1" |
| April | 57.6° | 34.0° | 45.8° | 2.92" | 0.7" |
| May | 69.3° | 44.8° | 57.1° | 3.59" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.3° | 54.8° | 67.1° | 3.72" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.2° | 57.9° | 70.5° | 3.04" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.2° | 56.7° | 68.9° | 3.57" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.6° | 48.8° | 61.7° | 3.11" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.8° | 38.4° | 50.1° | 2.93" | 0.0" |
| November | 48.2° | 29.0° | 38.6° | 2.43" | 1.2" |
| December | 36.3° | 21.2° | 28.7° | 2.02" | 8.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Howell city | City | 5.4 mi | — |
| Hartland CDP | CDP | 7.9 mi | — |
| Argentine CDP | CDP | 8.1 mi | — |
| Fowlerville village | Village | 9.1 mi | — |
| Byron village | Village | 10.0 mi | — |
| Linden city | City | 11.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 48855. • 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.