48161 ZIP Code
Monroe, Michigan
December 12, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 48161 |
| City/Town: | Monroe |
| County: | Monroe |
| State: | Michigan |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 26,775 |
| Median Household Income: | $60,330 |
| Per Capita Income: | $37,598 |
| Total Housing Units: | 11,843 |
| Median Home Value: | $160,800 |
| Land Area: | 44.8 sq miles
116.1 sq km |
| Water Area: | 1.8 sq miles
4.8 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 41.9072, -83.4725 |
Population Information (48161 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 26,775 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 13,229 | 49.4% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 13,546 | 50.6% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 41.2 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 1,499 | 5.6% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 1,721 | 6.4% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 1,266 | 4.7% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 1,419 | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 1,741 | 6.5% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 3,756 | 14.0% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 3,130 | 11.7% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 3,589 | 13.4% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 2,156 | 8.1% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,806 | 6.7% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 2,649 | 9.9% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,434 | 5.4% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 609 | 2.3% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (48161 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $160,800 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 6.1 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $939 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 11,843 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 11,282 | 95.3% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 561 | 4.7% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 8,251 | 73.1% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 3,031 | 26.9% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (48161 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 19,129 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 477 | 2.5% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 1,722 | 9.0% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 6,604 | 34.5% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 5,022 | 26.3% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 2,018 | 10.5% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 1,989 | 10.4% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 1,297 | 6.8% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 88.5% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 17.2% | 34.3% |
Income Information (48161 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $60,330 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $76,665 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $81,125 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $37,598 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (48161 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 13,115 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 11,857 | 90.7% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 1,215 | 9.3% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 8,874 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 10,223 | 86.2% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 1,101 | 9.3% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 533 | 4.5% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (48161 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 23,592 | 88.1% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 1,322 | 4.9% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 42 | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 166 | 0.6% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 218 | 0.8% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 1,435 | 5.4% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 717 | 2.7% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 1,168 | 4.4% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 741 | 2.8% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 224 | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 203 | 0.8% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (48161 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 582 | 5.2% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 780 | 6.9% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 848 | 7.5% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 1,244 | 11.0% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,439 | 12.8% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 1,918 | 17.0% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 1,628 | 14.4% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,566 | 13.9% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 759 | 6.7% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 518 | 4.6% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (48161 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 9,626 | 81.2% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 730 | 6.2% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 28 | 0.2% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 195 | 1.6% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 290 | 2.4% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 732 | 6.2% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 23.5 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (48161 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 98 | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 939 | 7.9% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 2,033 | 17.1% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 233 | 2.0% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,233 | 10.4% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 844 | 7.1% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 214 | 1.8% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 374 | 3.2% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 924 | 7.8% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 2,847 | 24.0% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 1,286 | 10.8% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 520 | 4.4% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 312 | 2.6% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (48161 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 16.6% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (48161 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 25,070 | 93.6% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 17,437 | 65.1% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 11,794 | 44.0% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 1,344 | 5.0% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (48161 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 7,906 | 70.1% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 3,954 | 35.0% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 3,204 | 28.4% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 760 | 6.7% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 420 | 3.7% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 2,049 | 18.2% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (48161 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 7,893 | 66.6% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 383 | 3.2% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 576 | 4.9% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 331 | 2.8% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 498 | 4.2% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 211 | 1.8% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 382 | 3.2% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 1,569 | 13.2% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (48161 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 52 | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 519 | 4.4% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 1,389 | 11.7% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 1,474 | 12.4% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 799 | 6.7% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 1,469 | 12.4% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 937 | 7.9% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 1,693 | 14.3% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 1,002 | 8.5% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 2,509 | 21.2% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (48161 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 142 | 1.2% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 988 | 8.3% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 2,607 | 22.0% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 5,865 | 49.5% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 1,792 | 15.1% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 449 | 3.8% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (48161 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 9,966 | 88.3% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 248 | 2.2% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 887 | 7.9% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 19 | 0.2% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 64 | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 27 | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 71 | 0.6% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (48161 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 969 | 8.6% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 4,103 | 36.4% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 4,130 | 36.6% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 2,080 | 18.4% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (48161 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 1,324 | 16.0% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 1,014 | 12.3% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,370 | 16.6% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,690 | 20.5% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 1,491 | 18.1% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 1,198 | 14.5% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 143 | 1.7% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 21 | 0.3% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (48161 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,369 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $563 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $939 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.40 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.12 | 2.38 |
Households (48161 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 11,282 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 4,822 | 42.7% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 1,647 | 14.6% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 2,331 | 20.7% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 3,386 | 30.0% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 2,985 | 26.5% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 3,468 | 30.7% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.33 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.92 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (48161 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 10,968 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 4,403 | 40.1% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 4,990 | 45.5% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 466 | 4.2% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 1,036 | 9.4% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 3,042 | 27.7% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (48161 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 5,204 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 287 | 5.5% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 333 | 6.4% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 2,209 | 42.4% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 1,229 | 23.6% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 1,146 | 22.0% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (48161 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 21,312 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 1,614 | 7.6% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 26,414 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 4,732 | 17.9% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 469 | 9.9% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 2,674 | 56.5% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,589 | 33.6% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (48161 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 23,203 | 86.7% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 3,266 | 12.2% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 2,463 | 75.4% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 798 | 24.4% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 154 | 4.7% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 5 | 0.2% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (48161 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 26,093 | 97.5% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 112 | 0.4% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 682 | 608.9% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 682 | 608.9% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 682 | 608.9% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 105 | 93.8% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 55 | 49.1% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 13 | 11.6% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 200 | 178.6% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 60 | 53.6% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (48161 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 25,276 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 24,235 | 95.9% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 1,041 | 4.1% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 574 | 2.3% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 245 | 1.0% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 82 | 0.3% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 140 | 0.6% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (48161 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 11,282 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 10,436 | 92.5% | 89.4% |
Monroe, MI48161