| ZIP Code | 48306 |
|---|---|
| City | Rochester |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Oakland County |
| Area Code | 248/947 |
| Elevation | 917 ft |
| Latitude | 42.724326 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.147312 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26125 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.5 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.88 |
| Below Poverty | 2.2% ▼ 78% below avg |
| College Grads | 81.0% ▲ 109% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 20% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 46 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,405 (8%) |
| Some College | 671 (3.8%) |
| Associates | 1,220 (6.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,649 (9.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,569 (71.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $165,545 ▲ 117% above avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $522,200 ▲ 87% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,645/mo ↑ 61% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,202 |
| Vacant Units | 536 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,202 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 536 |
| Owner Occupied | 93.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 6.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
ZIP code 48306 is located in Rochester, Michigan, within Oakland County. With a population of 27,831, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.5 years. Economically, 48306 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $165,545 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48306 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $522,200 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,645 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 93.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 48306 is primarily White (77.11%). Residents are highly educated — 81.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.2%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48306 stands at 3.9%, which is below the national average. About 25% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 48306 in Rochester, MI is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 27,831 residents, a median household income of $165,545, and a median home value of $522,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.