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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 48340 has 26,039 residents and 10,402 households (average 2.50 persons per household). The median age is 32.0 years, significantly younger than the state (40.1) and younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.2% male and 51.8% female, which is slightly lower than the state male share (49.3%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (34.7%, much lower than the state average of 73.9% and well below the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (34.0%, much higher than the state average of 13.7% and well above the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 29.1%, which is much higher than the state average (5.6%), and Black or African American share is much higher than both the state (13.7%) and national averages (12.4%) and Other / Two or More Races share is much higher than the state average (2.2%).

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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:	26,039Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:	25,696Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:	26,690Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	3,400.2 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$46,474Source: Census ACS

Households:	10,402Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$105,800Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	2.50Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	4.00Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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Group	2010	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Census ACS Population Estimate	--	25,104	25,089	25,577	25,371	25,804	25,862	25,297	26,068	25,387	25,190	26,233	25,957	25,696
Decennial Census	24,307	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	26,039	--	--	--

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: 32

Male Median Age: 30.9

Female Median Age: 33.3

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Group	< 5	5-9	10-14	15-19	20-24	25-29	30-34	35-39	40-44	45-49	50-54	55-59	60-64	65-69	70-74	75-79	80-84	85+
Male	1,021	1,018	994	829	1,027	1,145	1,020	746	754	743	734	740	661	419	322	181	93	96
Female	957	1,065	935	818	1,070	1,167	1,014	853	790	824	834	803	719	597	397	255	168	230
Total	1,978	2,083	1,929	1,647	2,097	2,312	2,034	1,599	1,544	1,567	1,568	1,543	1,380	1,016	719	436	261	326

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

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Population by Race

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White:	9,023	29.62%
Black:	8,858	29.08%
Hispanic:*	7,590	24.92%
Asian:	827	2.71%
American Indian:	272	0.89%
Hawaiian:	7	0.02%
Other:	3,884	12.75%
Total:	30,461	100%

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.

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Gender Breakdown

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Gender	Count	%	Median Age
Males:	12,543	48.17%	30.9 years
Females:	13,496	51.83%	33.3 years
Total:	26,039	100%	32.0 years

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	21,958	85.45%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	834	3.25%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	493	1.92%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	2,411	11.30%
Total Population:	25,696	100%
Total Native Population:	22,792	88.70%
Total Foreign-born Population:	2,904	11.30%

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 $46,474, which is far less than the national median ($78,538), is up $15,411 (49.6%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $10,595. Family households earn a median of $58,211 versus $37,671 for nonfamily households (a difference of $20,540). By gender, male median income is $46,606 and female is $39,159, which is much lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $7,447 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 66.3%, which is above the state rate (61.4%). The unemployment rate is 10.9%, which is markedly higher than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Service (25.4%).

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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)

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Income Type	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Household Income	$31,063	$29,780	$28,929	$29,572	$29,873	$31,716	$33,292	$35,612	$35,879	$39,162	$40,982	$46,270	$46,474
Median Family Income	$32,664	$33,677	$33,528	$32,405	$31,693	$33,272	$35,089	$37,729	$39,761	$48,687	$51,681	$56,288	$58,211
Median NonFamily Income	$24,609	$22,512	$20,360	$21,277	$21,961	$26,080	$26,743	$29,019	$27,740	$27,153	$31,299	$36,690	$37,671
Median Male Income	$31,524	$30,407	$30,074	$30,546	$32,579	$31,944	$32,406	$34,644	$36,101	$38,849	$38,223	$43,548	$46,606
Median Female Income	$29,678	$29,821	$28,408	$28,698	$27,270	$28,090	$28,699	$30,538	$31,142	$31,878	$33,756	$36,157	$39,159

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income

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

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Employment Status

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Employed:	12,052	59.10%
Unemployed:	1,471	7.21%
Not In Labor Force:	6,871	33.69%
Total:	20,394	100%

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)

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Management, business, science, and arts:	2,606	21.62%
Service:	3,057	25.37%
Sales and Office:	1,894	15.72%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	1,490	12.36%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	3,005	24.93%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	12,052	100%

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 $105,800, which is far less than the national median ($303,400), is up $21,000 (24.76%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $46,400. The median gross rent is $1,096, which is considerably lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $370 (50.96%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $253. Of occupied housing, owners make up 43.43% (56.77% with a mortgage, 43.23% free-and-clear) and renters 56.57% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 7.22%, 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)

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

Median Home Value Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Home Value	$84,800	$69,500	$54,300	$50,600	$48,200	$45,900	$49,800	$56,000	$59,400	$64,300	$73,400	$89,900	$105,800

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid

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Less than $500:	801	12.56%
$500 to $999:	1,519	23.81%
$1,000 to $1,499:	2,960	46.40%
$1,500 to $1,999:	683	10.71%
$2,000 to $2,499:	108	1.69%
$2,500 to $2,999:	11	0.17%
$3,000 or more:	32	0.50%
No Rent:	265	4.15%
Total:	6,379	100%

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

Median Gross Rent Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Rent	$726	$731	$756	$752	$745	$763	$782	$824	$843	$858	$925	$1,027	$1,096

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy

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Owner Occupied (with mortgage):	2,780	24.65%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	2,117	18.77%
Renter Occupied:	6,379	56.57%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	11,276	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	11,276	92.78%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	878	7.22%
Total Housing Units:	12,154	100%

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

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

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Single-Family Units:	7,426	61.10%
Multi-Family Units:	4,438	36.51%
Other Units:	290	2.39%
Total Housing Units:	12,154	100%

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

Education, Health & Community

In 2023, 14.60% 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 81.90%, which is markedly below the state rate (91.90%). The uninsured rate is 15.40%, which is markedly above the state rate (5.00%). Private coverage is 49.70%, which is generally lower than the state rate (70.60%). Public coverage is 47.50%, which is well above the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 16.10%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.70%), down 13.50 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 10.90 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (39.24%). College enrollment is 23.21%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), 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)

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Less than 9th grade:	1,183	6.99%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	1,883	11.13%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	6,269	37.05%
Some college, no degree:	4,063	24.01%
Associate's degree:	1,059	6.26%
Bachelor's degree:	1,754	10.37%
Graduate or professional degree:	708	4.18%
Total:	16,919	100%
High school or higher:	13,853	81.88%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	2,462	14.55%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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

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Private Insurance:	12,771	44.14%
Public Insurance:	12,211	42.20%
No Insurance:	3,954	13.66%
Total:	28,936	100%
Has Health Insurance:	24,982	86.34%

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)

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
% of People in Poverty	29.6%	30.3%	29.2%	28.7%	29.9%	29.9%	29.7%	27.2%	27.0%	18.9%	17.2%	18.0%	16.1%

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)

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Nursery School, Preschool:	439	7.02%
Kindergarten:	489	7.82%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	2,453	39.24%
High school (grades 9-12):	1,420	22.71%
College or graduate school:	1,451	23.21%
Total:	6,252	100%
Early Childhood:	928	14.84%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	4,362	69.77%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

City:	Pontiac, Michigan
City Alias:	Mi Metro
County:	Oakland County
Timezone:	Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:	1:06:51 AM
Population:	26,039 [See All]
Area Codes:	248 / 947 / 810 / 586
Classification:	Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:	42.6686, -83.2903
Land Area:	7.658 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/48340/zip-code-48340.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	10,676Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	407Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	11,979Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	7,248Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	517Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	326Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$137,843,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$491,317,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	6,764Source: CBP

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:	7.658 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	0.118 sq miSource: Census

Congressional District:	11Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	419.26 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:	Detroit, MI PMSASource: Census
Intro Date:	< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:	2665440Source: Census
Place Name:	Pontiac city; MichiganSource: Census

ZIP Code 48340 in Pontiac, MI

Population & Demographics

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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

Population by Race

Gender Breakdown

Nativity & Citizenship

Income & Employment

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

Average Household Income

Employment Status

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

Housing & Affordability

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Median Home Value Over Time

Gross Rent Paid

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Housing Occupancy

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

Education, Health & Community

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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

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

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Business & Employment Statistics

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes

Schools in ZIP Code 48340

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 48340

Sources & References