ZIP Code 48038 in Clinton Township, MI

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Clinton Township, Michigan
City Alias:Clinton Twp
County:Macomb County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:1:00:32 AM
Population:44,038 [See All]
Area Code:586
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:42.5990, -82.9311
Land Area:10.905 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 48038 has 44,038 residents and 20,387 households (average 2.15 persons per household). The median age is 43.4 years, older than the state (40.1) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 47.0% male and 53.0% female, which is slightly lower than the state male share (49.3%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (79.5%, much higher than the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (11.8%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 2.8%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:44,038Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:44,250Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:47,044Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:4,038.3 people per sq mile
Average Income:$78,684Source: Census ACS
Households:20,387Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$246,400Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.15Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.27Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--41,32141,39141,71142,22142,07442,28743,19244,13943,47844,32243,98244,25544,250
Decennial Census41,057------------------44,038------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 43.4

Male Median Age: 40

Female Median Age: 46.6

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male1,0861,0171,0651,1511,4571,7211,5761,2871,1631,1921,3181,3601,4131,3441,037700422403
Female1,0619459881,0661,4751,7871,4911,3021,1561,3301,4771,6331,8121,7391,4641,003702895
Total2,1471,9622,0532,2172,9323,5083,0672,5892,3192,5222,7952,9933,2253,0832,5011,7031,1241,298
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:34,99281.24%
Black:5,21312.10%
Hispanic:*1,2452.89%
Asian:1,1292.62%
American Indian:890.21%
Hawaiian:90.02%
Other:3940.91%
Total:43,071100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:20,71247.03%40.0 years
Females:23,32652.97%46.6 years
Total:44,038100%43.4 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:39,00788.15%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:3690.83%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:3,1287.07%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:1,74611.01%
Total Population:44,250100%
Total Native Population:39,37688.99%
Total Foreign-born Population:4,87411.01%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $78,684, which is much higher than the state median ($71,149), is up $25,024 (46.6%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $18,604. Family households earn a median of $97,508 versus $49,509 for nonfamily households (a difference of $47,999). By gender, male median income is $69,007 and female is $49,626, which is well under the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $19,381 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 65.1%, which is well above the state rate (61.4%). The unemployment rate is 3.7%, which is markedly below the state rate (5.8%). The largest occupation group is Management (40.5%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$53,660$53,590$52,030$53,110$53,330$53,707$55,567$59,136$60,080$65,833$70,115$77,375$78,684
Median Family Income$67,688$66,105$64,706$68,090$68,668$72,658$77,982$79,089$79,671$83,599$85,847$92,963$97,508
Median NonFamily Income$32,161$32,308$31,686$31,752$34,547$36,284$37,059$40,634$40,993$40,516$42,710$47,850$49,509
Median Male Income$54,345$56,495$56,080$55,647$53,496$52,290$52,137$53,677$53,767$57,343$59,851$64,310$69,007
Median Female Income$41,286$42,462$41,619$42,827$42,170$42,359$44,080$44,256$45,094$44,002$44,559$47,972$49,626
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:23,52162.69%
Unemployed:8992.40%
Not In Labor Force:13,09934.91%
Total:37,519100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:9,52440.49%
Service:3,66115.56%
Sales and Office:5,36222.80%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:1,2785.43%
Production, transportation, and material moving:3,69615.71%
Total Civilian Employed Population:23,521100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $246,400, which is considerably lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $83,900 (51.63%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $67,600. The median gross rent is $1,255, which is considerably higher than the state median ($1,084), is up $449 (55.71%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $262. Of occupied housing, owners make up 62.54% (63.38% with a mortgage, 36.62% free-and-clear) and renters 37.46% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 3.25%, which is far lower than the state rate (12.16%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$162,500$153,700$144,600$142,200$152,800$158,600$163,600$173,100$178,800$186,200$193,700$231,900$246,400
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:2563.30%
$500 to $999:1,27816.48%
$1,000 to $1,499:4,03452.02%
$1,500 to $1,999:1,48619.16%
$2,000 to $2,499:2893.73%
$2,500 to $2,999:430.55%
$3,000 or more:2813.62%
No Rent:871.12%
Total:7,754100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$806$805$819$839$865$887$916$960$993$1,027$1,113$1,195$1,255
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):8,20439.63%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):4,74122.90%
Renter Occupied:7,75437.46%
Total Occupied Housing Units:20,699100%

Occupied Housing Units:20,69996.75%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):6963.25%
Total Housing Units:21,395100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:12,72959.50%
Multi-Family Units:8,05337.64%
Other Units:6132.87%
Total Housing Units:21,395100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 29.20% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 94.00%, which is well above the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 4.30%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 5.20%, which is generally lower than the state rate (8.80%), down 0.90 percentage points since 2011. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (35.57%). College enrollment is 32.84%, which is markedly above the state rate (26.60%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:8572.63%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:1,1053.40%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):9,26728.48%
Some college, no degree:8,41725.87%
Associate's degree:3,39710.44%
Bachelor's degree:5,36016.47%
Graduate or professional degree:4,13312.70%
Total:32,536100%
High school or higher:30,57493.97%
Bachelor's degree or higher:9,49329.18%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:34,16665.00%
Public Insurance:16,50631.40%
No Insurance:1,8953.60%
Total:52,567100%
Has Health Insurance:50,67296.40%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty6.1%6.0%6.6%6.5%6.4%5.8%5.4%5.2%5.2%3.7%4.5%4.7%5.2%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:4555.13%
Kindergarten:3253.66%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):3,15535.57%
High school (grades 9-12):2,02122.79%
College or graduate school:2,91332.84%
Total:8,869100%
Early Childhood:7808.79%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):5,50162.03%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 48038 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 1,092 business establishments, employing about 16,490 people with an annual payroll of $899,202,000. USPS data shows 21,881 residential mailboxes and 1,107 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:21,881Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:1,107Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:23,057Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:8,666Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:5,217Source: USPS
# of Businesses:1,092Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$220,042,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$899,202,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:16,490Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 48038 is located in Macomb County, Michigan, within the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 19820) and Michigan's 10th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 4,367,620 people, about 1.01% of whom live in ZIP Code 48038, and is subdivided into the Warren-Troy-Farmington Hills, MI division. It covers 10.905 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.126 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MISource: Census
CBSA Number:19820Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:Warren-Troy-Farmington Hills, MI (CBSA Div 47664)Source: Census
CBSA Population:4,367,620Source: Census
MSA:Detroit-Ann Arbor-Flint, MI CMSASource: Census
Land Area:10.905 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.126 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:10Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:4140.44 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Detroit, MI PMSASource: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:--Source: Census
Place Name:--Source: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


48039 | | 48037

Schools in ZIP Code 48038


ZIP Code 48038 is part of 2 school districts, including: L'Anse Creuse Public Schools (Grades PK thru 12) and Chippewa Valley Schools (Grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th). There are 12 public schools and 1 private school(s) in this ZIP Code. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Dianne M Pellerin Center 24001 F V Pankow Blvd
Clinton Township, MI 48038
District: L'Anse Creuse Public Schools
Lutz School For Work Experience 19600 Cass Ave
Clinton Township, MI 48038
Macomb Mipp Center 44001 Garfield Rd
Clinton Township, MI 48038
Cherokee Elementary School 42900 Rivergate Dr
Clinton Twp, MI 48038
District: Chippewa Valley Schools
Chippewa Valley Adult And Mohegan Alt Educ 19230 Cass Ave
Clinton Twp, MI 48038
District: Chippewa Valley Schools
Chippewa Valley High School 18300 19 Mile Rd
Clinton Twp, MI 48038
District: Chippewa Valley Schools
Wyandot Middle School 39490 Garfield
Clinton Twp, MI 48038
District: Chippewa Valley Schools
Huron Elementary School 15800 Terra Bella
Clinton Twp, MI 48038
District: Chippewa Valley Schools
Miami Elementary School 41290 Kentvale Dr
Clinton Twp, MI 48038
District: Chippewa Valley Schools
Erie Elementary School 42276 Romeo Plank
Clinton Twp, MI 48038
District: Chippewa Valley Schools
International Academy Of Macomb 42755 Romeo Plank
Clinton Twp, MI 48038
District: Chippewa Valley Schools
Macomb Academy 39092 Garfield Rd
Clinton Township, MI 48038
Montessori Children's Academy 43521 Romeo Plank Rd
Clinton, MI 48038
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 48038


Davenport University - Macomb Cc 44575 Garfield Rd, Uci
Clinton Township, MI 48038-1139
Type: Post Secondary
Dorsey College-Roseville 31450 Gratiot Avenue
Roseville, MI 48066
Type: Post Secondary
Dorsey College-Roseville 31450 Gratiot Avenue
Roseville, MI 48066
Type: Post Secondary
Paul Mitchell The School-Michigan 40688 Van Dyke Ave
Sterling Heights, MI 48313
Type: Post Secondary
U.s. Truck Driver Training School 6500 15 Mile Road
Sterling Heights, MI 48312-4518
Type: Post Secondary
Macomb Community College 14500 E Twelve Mile Rd
Warren, MI 48088-3896
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
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