48080 ZIP Code — Saint Clair Shores, MI
Macomb County, Michigan
ZIP code 48080 is located in Saint Clair Shores, Michigan, within Macomb County. It covers approximately 4.40 square miles and serves a population of 22,072 residents. This is a standard ZIP code in the Eastern (ET) timezone, served by area code 586.
About ZIP code 48080
The housing stock consists of predominantly single-family detached homes. Most homes were built in the 1950s, giving the area an established character. Median home value is $174,800. Owner-occupancy is high at 79%, well above the national average.
Median household income is $68,424. 34% of households receive Social Security income, suggesting a notable retiree or disability population.
The dominant occupation class is management, business, and professional, with education and healthcare as the leading industry. The average commute of 27 minutes is near the national average.
Educational attainment is near the national average, with 33% of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
Overall, ZIP code 48080 reflects a community defined by high homeownership and a significant Social Security-dependent population.
22,072
population
4.40
sq mi land
Standard
ZIP type
Eastern (ET)
timezone
48080 ZIP code map
Cities in ZIP code 48080
Below are the cities the US Postal Service accepts for ZIP code 48080. Using any city not on this list may result in mail delivery delays.
| City | Status |
|---|---|
| Saint Clair Shores | Acceptable |
| Saint Clair Shores | Preferred |
Nearby ZIP codes
48081 Saint Clair Shores (2 mi)
48021 Eastpointe (2.3 mi)
48225 Harper Woods (2.6 mi)
48236 Grosse Pointe (3 mi)
48066 Roseville (3.6 mi)
48224 Detroit (4.2 mi)
48082 Saint Clair Shores (4.3 mi)
48205 Detroit (4.6 mi)
48089 Warren (5 mi)
48088 Warren (5.6 mi)
48026 Fraser (5.7 mi)
48230 Grosse Pointe (5.8 mi)
Demographics
updated 05/2026
| Population | |
|---|---|
| Total population | 22,072 |
| Population density | 5,016 / sq mi |
| State FIPS | 26 |
| County FIPS | 099 |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Land area | 4.40 sq mi |
| Water area | 0.64 sq mi |
| Latitude | 42.4646 |
| Longitude | -82.8997 |
| Timezone | Eastern (ET) |
| Area code | 586 |
Total population by age
Gender
Race & ethnicity
Economics
updated 05/2026
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 40.9% | 38.7% | 42.6% |
| $50k – $100k | 35.3% | 32.1% | 31.1% |
| $100k – $200k | 21.2% | 24.2% | 20.6% |
| Over $200k | 2.7% | 5.1% | 5.7% |
Demographics & statistics
22,072
Population
5,016
People per sq mi
43.7
Median age
$68,424
Median household income
$41,564
Per capita income
$174,800
Median home value
$1,097
Median monthly rent
79.1%
Home ownership
8.6%
Poverty rate
3.7%
Unemployment
9,006
Housing units
32.5%
Bachelor's or higher
Age distribution
Male
Female
564
Under 5
614
353
5–9
385
398
10–14
434
456
15–19
496
545
20–24
593
1,804
25–34
1,966
1,302
35–44
1,418
1,189
45–54
1,295
758
55–59
826
944
60–64
1,028
1,279
65–74
1,393
578
75–84
629
395
85+
430
← Male
Female →
Age summary
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3,352 | 15.2% |
| 18 and over | 18,720 | 84.8% |
| 65 and over | 4,704 | 21.3% |
| Median age | 43.7 years | |
Race & ethnicity
White
79%
Black or African American
9.8%
Two or more races
5.5%
Hispanic or Latino
3.4%
Asian
1.4%
Other race
0.7%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| White | 18,052 | 79% |
| Black or African American | 2,232 | 9.8% |
| Two or more races | 1,249 | 5.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 775 | 3.4% |
| Asian | 330 | 1.4% |
| Other race | 164 | 0.7% |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 45 | 0.2% |
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 40.9% | 38.7% | 42.6% |
| $50k – $100k | 35.3% | 32.1% | 31.1% |
| $100k – $200k | 21.2% | 24.2% | 20.6% |
| Over $200k | 2.7% | 5.1% | 5.7% |
Under $10k
4.9%
$10k–$15k
3.7%
$15k–$25k
8.8%
$25k–$35k
8.5%
$35k–$50k
12.4%
$50k–$75k
16.1%
$75k–$100k
14.4%
$100k–$150k
18.7%
$150k–$200k
7.7%
$200k+
4.7%
| Range | % of households |
|---|---|
| Under $10k | 4.9% |
| $10k–$15k | 3.7% |
| $15k–$25k | 8.8% |
| $25k–$35k | 8.5% |
| $35k–$50k | 12.4% |
| $50k–$75k | 16.1% |
| $75k–$100k | 14.4% |
| $100k–$150k | 18.7% |
| $150k–$200k | 7.7% |
| $200k+ | 4.7% |
| Median income | $68,424 |
Housing
Home values
Under $50k
3.7%
$50k–$100k
6.9%
$100k–$150k
21.2%
$150k–$200k
33.9%
$200k–$300k
25.8%
$300k–$500k
6.7%
$500k–$1M
1.6%
$1M+
0.3%
Housing overview
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median home value | $174,800 |
| Median rent / month | $1,097 |
| Owner occupied | 79.1% |
| Renter occupied | 20.9% |
| Vacant | 2.8% |
| Single-family detached | 72.8% |
| Large apartment buildings | 4.7% |
| Mobile homes | 0.4% |
| Median rooms | 5.4 |
| Avg household size (owned) | 2.08 |
Year built
| Era | % |
|---|---|
| 2020 or later | 0.1% |
| 2010–2019 | 0.4% |
| 2000–2009 | 0.7% |
| 1990–1999 | 2.5% |
| 1980–1989 | 5.5% |
| 1970–1979 | 14.5% |
| 1960–1969 | 18.5% |
| 1950–1959 | 43.5% |
| 1940–1949 | 9.2% |
| 1939 or earlier | 5.0% |
Bedrooms
| Size | % of units |
|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio) | 1.9% |
| 1 bedroom | 9.4% |
| 2 bedrooms | 23.0% |
| 3 bedrooms | 56.3% |
| 4 bedrooms | 8.4% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 1.1% |
Vehicles per household
| Vehicles | % of households |
|---|---|
| No vehicle | 5.3% |
| 1 vehicle | 46.2% |
| 2 vehicles | 36.0% |
| 3 or more | 12.4% |
Heating fuel
| Fuel type | % |
|---|---|
| Utility gas | 85.2% |
| Electricity | 12.3% |
| Propane / LP gas | 0.7% |
| Wood | 0.1% |
| No fuel used | 1.2% |
Households & families
| Household type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Married-couple family | 3,924 | 35.7% |
| Cohabiting couple | 929 | 8.5% |
| Male householder, no spouse | 2,542 | 23.1% |
| Female householder, no spouse | 3,594 | 32.7% |
| Households with children under 18 | 2,094 | 19.1% |
| Households with seniors (65+) | 3,614 | 32.9% |
| Average household size | 1.99 | |
Marital status
| Status | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Never married | 39.6% | 30.3% |
| Married | 45.1% | 40.4% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 2.5% | 10.6% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 17.6% |
Education
Less than 9th grade
0.9%
Some HS, no diploma
3.3%
HS graduate
25.1%
Some college, no degree
27.0%
Associate's degree
11.3%
Bachelor's degree
21.6%
Graduate / professional
10.9%
| Metric | % |
|---|---|
| HS diploma or higher | 95.8% |
| Bachelor's or higher | 32.5% |
School enrollment (ages 3–17)
| Type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery / preschool | 339 | 9.3% |
| Kindergarten | 103 | 2.8% |
| Elementary school | 1,180 | 32.2% |
| High school | 815 | 22.3% |
| College / grad school | 1,222 | 33.4% |
Employment
Industry of employment
Education & healthcare
21.5%
Manufacturing
18.0%
Retail trade
12.5%
Professional & management
11.5%
Finance & real estate
8.7%
Arts, food & hospitality
8.4%
Public administration
4.9%
Other services
4.6%
Transportation & utilities
3.4%
Construction
3.3%
Wholesale trade
2.1%
Information
1.2%
Occupation
| Category | % |
|---|---|
| Management, business & arts | 40.4% |
| Service | 14.1% |
| Sales & office | 23.1% |
| Natural resources & construction | 5.1% |
| Production & transportation | 17.3% |
Employment type
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private sector | 87.4% |
| Government | 9.5% |
| Self-employed | 3.0% |
| Unpaid family workers | 0.0% |
Commute
| Method | % |
|---|---|
| Drive alone | 81.1% |
| Carpool | 6.2% |
| Public transit | 1.0% |
| Walk | 1.5% |
| Work from home | 9.2% |
| Other means | 1.0% |
| Avg commute (minutes) | 27.1 |
Poverty
All people
8.6%
Under 18 years
10.1%
18 and over
8.3%
Married-couple families
1.7%
Female-led households
27.8%
Income support
| Source | % of households |
|---|---|
| Social Security | 33.7% |
| Retirement income | 28.7% |
| Supplemental Security | 4.1% |
| Cash public assistance | 3.3% |
| Food stamps / SNAP | 7.4% |
Health indicators
| Condition | % |
|---|---|
| Obesity | 35.6% |
| High blood pressure | 35.3% |
| High cholesterol | 37.0% |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart disease | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| Arthritis | 30.6% |
| Kidney disease | 3.1% |
| Pulmonary disease | 7.4% |
| Cancer | 7.9% |
| Behavior / access | % |
|---|---|
| Smoking | 16.5% |
| Binge drinking | 18.3% |
| No physical activity | 21.1% |
| Less than 7 hrs sleep | 33.7% |
| Depression | 19.0% |
| Fair or poor health | 14.0% |
| Poor mental health | 15.5% |
| Poor physical health | 10.1% |
| No health insurance | 8.5% |
| Visited doctor (checkup) | 78.3% |
| Visited dentist | 72.2% |
| Cholesterol screening | 92.5% |
| Teeth loss | 10.4% |
Veterans & disability
| Veterans | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Civilian veterans | 1,053 | 5.6% |
| Disability | % |
|---|---|
| Any disability | 14.3% |
| Under 18 | 2.5% |
| 18–64 years | 11.0% |
| 65 and over | 32.9% |
Health insurance coverage
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private insurance | 77.2% |
| Public insurance | 37.2% |
| No insurance | 4.0% |
| Uninsured under 19 | 1.2% |
Language & origin
Language spoken at home (age 5+)
| Language | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 20,894 | 94.7% |
| Spanish | 283 | 1.4% |
| Other Indo-European | 44 | 0.2% |
| Asian & Pacific Islander | 181 | 0.9% |
| Other languages | 30 | 0.1% |
Place of birth & citizenship
| Origin | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Native born (US) | 20,827 | 94.4% |
| Born in same state | 20,518 | 93.0% |
| Born in different state | 18,066 | 81.9% |
| Foreign born | 309 | 1.4% |
| Naturalized citizen | 1,245 | 5.6% |
| Not a US citizen | 905 | 72.7% |
Ancestry
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Italian | 2,592 | 11.7% |
| French | 1,860 | 8.4% |
| Arab | 877 | 4% |
| German | 594 | 2.7% |
| English | 235 | 1.1% |
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Norwegian | 228 | 1% |
| Irish | 109 | 0.5% |
| Polish | 56 | 0.3% |
| Dutch | 21 | 0.1% |
Technology access
| Metric | % of households |
|---|---|
| Computer access | 49.8% |
| Internet access | 93.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.
Frequently asked questions about ZIP code 48080
What city is ZIP code 48080 in?
ZIP code 48080 is primarily assigned to Saint Clair Shores, Michigan.
What county is ZIP code 48080 in?
ZIP code 48080 falls within Macomb County, Michigan.
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 48080?
The median home value in ZIP code 48080 is $174,800.
What is the population of ZIP code 48080?
ZIP code 48080 has an estimated population of 22,072 residents, with a density of 5,019 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in ZIP code 48080?
The median household income in ZIP code 48080 is $68,424, below the national median of ~$75,000.
What timezone is ZIP code 48080 in?
ZIP code 48080 observes the EST timezone.