ZIP Code 48312 in Sterling Heights, MI

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Sterling Heights, Michigan
City Alias:Sterling Hts
Names to Avoid:
St Heights
County:Macomb County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:1:06:11 AM
Population:34,854 [See All]
Area Code:586
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:42.5591, -83.0098
Land Area:11.144 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 48312 has 34,854 residents and 13,789 households (average 2.50 persons per household). The median age is 42.1 years, slightly older than the state (40.1) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.8% male and 51.2% female, which is about the same as the state male share (49.3%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (77.3%, much higher than the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (9.6%, lower than the state average of 13.7%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 2.3%, 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:34,854Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:35,026Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:36,237Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:3,127.6 people per sq mile
Average Income:$71,266Source: Census ACS
Households:13,789Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$253,700Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.50Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.24Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--33,22732,95532,49932,83433,22733,49134,13334,79834,88234,63534,66634,92135,026
Decennial Census32,720------------------34,854------
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: 42.1

Male Median Age: 39.8

Female Median Age: 44.6

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male9209821,0379971,1581,2301,1581,0769621,1271,1331,2201,118892707568416317
Female7909079609461,0851,1841,0931,0251,0091,1261,2261,2061,2761,022931882540628
Total1,7101,8891,9971,9432,2432,4142,2512,1011,9712,2532,3592,4262,3941,9141,6381,450956945
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:26,95079.32%
Black:3,3469.85%
Hispanic:*8182.41%
Asian:2,5517.51%
American Indian:650.19%
Hawaiian:30.01%
Other:2420.71%
Total:33,975100%
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:17,01848.83%39.8 years
Females:17,83651.17%44.6 years
Total:34,854100%42.1 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:25,75773.54%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:4411.26%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:6,31018.02%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:2,51825.20%
Total Population:35,026100%
Total Native Population:26,19874.80%
Total Foreign-born Population:8,82825.20%
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 $71,266, which is much lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $15,020 (26.7%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $8,615. Family households earn a median of $85,982 versus $43,892 for nonfamily households (a difference of $42,090). By gender, male median income is $65,902 and female is $50,738, which is generally lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $15,164 that has stayed about the same from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 64.6%, which is well above the state rate (61.4%). The unemployment rate is 6.2%, which is above the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (39.3%).

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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$56,246$56,224$56,379$57,289$58,101$57,595$59,267$61,136$62,651$63,874$67,126$70,549$71,266
Median Family Income$68,066$69,735$68,995$69,786$70,056$69,786$70,079$69,096$71,430$73,007$77,326$83,239$85,982
Median NonFamily Income$34,105$31,068$31,161$32,639$33,569$36,330$41,299$41,932$42,250$40,946$40,955$44,573$43,892
Median Male Income$57,017$57,923$56,810$56,960$55,399$54,200$57,723$57,154$55,753$58,281$63,462$64,593$65,902
Median Female Income$41,574$42,036$43,963$41,592$40,057$41,508$44,055$42,089$44,819$43,167$43,091$47,798$50,738
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:17,41760.39%
Unemployed:1,1604.02%
Not In Labor Force:10,26335.59%
Total:28,840100%
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:6,84539.30%
Service:3,07817.67%
Sales and Office:3,33219.13%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:1,2827.36%
Production, transportation, and material moving:2,88016.54%
Total Civilian Employed Population:17,417100%
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 $253,700, which is considerably higher than the state median ($217,600), is up $95,600 (60.47%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $77,600. The median gross rent is $1,176, which is well under the national median ($1,348), is up $434 (58.49%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $272. Of occupied housing, owners make up 75.32% (63.63% with a mortgage, 36.37% free-and-clear) and renters 24.68% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 2.98%, which is markedly below 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$158,100$149,000$137,800$137,100$139,300$144,400$155,000$166,100$176,100$190,700$203,700$232,600$253,700
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:1494.36%
$500 to $999:82824.22%
$1,000 to $1,499:1,46742.91%
$1,500 to $1,999:68319.98%
$2,000 to $2,499:2056.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:210.61%
$3,000 or more:140.41%
No Rent:521.52%
Total:3,419100%
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$742$754$758$788$788$824$852$913$904$922$983$1,098$1,176
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):6,64147.93%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):3,79627.40%
Renter Occupied:3,41924.68%
Total Occupied Housing Units:13,856100%

Occupied Housing Units:13,85697.02%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):4262.98%
Total Housing Units:14,282100%
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:10,97376.83%
Multi-Family Units:3,23622.66%
Other Units:730.51%
Total Housing Units:14,282100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 30.70% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is falls below the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 86.80%, which is markedly below the state rate (91.90%). The uninsured rate is 5.10%, which is falls below the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 7.50%, which is on par with the state rate (8.80%), up 2.30 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 0.50 percentage points. This points to rising hardship - a weaker consumer base, greater strain on public services, and job-market headwinds. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (33.05%). College enrollment is 29.96%, which is on par with the state rate (26.60%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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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:2,0968.56%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:1,1324.62%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):6,57726.85%
Some college, no degree:4,39117.93%
Associate's degree:2,78211.36%
Bachelor's degree:4,90020.00%
Graduate or professional degree:2,61710.68%
Total:24,495100%
High school or higher:21,26786.82%
Bachelor's degree or higher:7,51730.69%
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:24,36061.10%
Public Insurance:13,74134.47%
No Insurance:1,7674.43%
Total:39,868100%
Has Health Insurance:38,10195.57%
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 Poverty5.2%6.3%7.5%8.0%8.5%9.0%8.1%7.1%7.0%5.2%4.9%6.9%7.5%
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:4676.09%
Kindergarten:2923.81%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):2,53633.05%
High school (grades 9-12):2,07927.10%
College or graduate school:2,29929.96%
Total:7,673100%
Early Childhood:7599.89%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):4,90763.95%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 48312 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 813 business establishments, employing about 26,478 people with an annual payroll of $2,143,195,000. USPS data shows 14,495 residential mailboxes and 702 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:14,495Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:702Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:15,074Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:9,608Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:2,090Source: USPS
# of Businesses:813Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$610,822,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$2,143,195,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:26,478Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 48312 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 0.80% of whom live in ZIP Code 48312, and is subdivided into the Warren-Troy-Farmington Hills, MI division. It covers 11.144 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.078 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:11.144 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.078 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:2676460Source: Census
Place Name:Sterling Heights city; MichiganSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


48313 | | 48311

Schools in ZIP Code 48312


ZIP Code 48312 is part of 2 school districts, including: Warren Consolidated Schools (Grades KG thru 12) and Utica Community Schools (Grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th). There are 14 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.

Career Preparation Center 12200 15 Mile Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
District: Warren Consolidated Schools
Black Elementary School 14100 Heritage Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
District: Warren Consolidated Schools
Willow Woods Elementary School 11001 Daniel Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
District: Warren Consolidated Schools
Sterling Heights Senior Hs 12901 15 Mile Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
District: Warren Consolidated Schools
Carleton Middle School 8900 15 Mile Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
District: Warren Consolidated Schools
Maple Lane School 34600 Dryden Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
Bozymowski Center 11870 Eldorado Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
New Dawn Academy Of Warren 8200 Irving Rd
Sterling Hts, MI 48312
Huron Academy Grades K2 11401 Metropolitan Pkwy
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
Bruce Collins Elementary School 12900 Grand Haven Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
District: Utica Community Schools
Davis Junior High School 11311 Plumbrook Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
District: Utica Community Schools
Oakbrook Elementary School 12060 Greenway Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
District: Utica Community Schools
Heritage Junior High School 37400 Dodge Park Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
District: Utica Community Schools
Messmore Elementary School 8742 Dill Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
District: Utica Community Schools
Parkway Christian School 14500 Metropolitan Pkwy
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 48312


U.s. Truck Driver Training School 6500 15 Mile Road
Sterling Heights, MI 48312-4518
Type: Post Secondary
Paul Mitchell The School-Michigan 40688 Van Dyke Ave
Sterling Heights, MI 48313
Type: Post Secondary
Macomb Community College 14500 E Twelve Mile Rd
Warren, MI 48088-3896
Type: Post Secondary
Ross Medical Education Center-Warren 4237 E. 12 Mile Road
Warren, MI 48092
Type: Post Secondary
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

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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