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ZIP 48026

Part of Fraser, MI
Pop. 14,583·Macomb County·95th most expensive ZIP in Michigan
Median rent (all units)
$1,400/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+32.1%
vs US Median
-$565
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ZIP 48026 · $1,400
More affordable than 80% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$750
1 BR
$830
2 BR
$1,060
3 BR
$1,300
4 BR+
$1,400
Research median
$1,060/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: June 22, 2026

Annual cost
$16,800/yr
At $1,400/mo median
Location
CityFraser
StateMI
CountyMacomb County
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Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +32.1% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 48026 (Fraser, MI) is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
14,583
Median income
$64,354
Median age
43
Renters
26.7%
Age distribution
17.9%
22.8%
25.1%
13.6%
20.6%
Under 1817.9%
18–3422.8%
35–5425.1%
55–6413.6%
65+20.6%
Gender
48.1%
51.9%
Male48.1%
Female51.9%
Race & ethnicity
80%
White80%
Black10.1%
Hispanic2.6%
Asian1.7%
Other5.7%
Education (25+)
29.8%
38.9%
22.7%
No HS diploma8.6%
HS diploma29.8%
Some college38.9%
Bachelor's+22.7%
Housing tenure
73.3%
26.7%
Owner73.3%
Renter26.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 48026 in Fraser, MI has changed in 5 years

Income
$59,471 → $64,354
up 8.2%
Population
14,703 → 14,583
down 0.8%
Renter share
28.1% → 26.7%
-1.4 pts
Bachelor's+
23.5% → 22.7%
-0.8 pts
Median age
39.1 → 43
+3.9 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 48026 in Fraser, MI now reports about $64,354, up from $59,471 in 2021.

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Last updated: June 22, 2026

ZIP code 48026 covers Fraser, MI. The median rent here is $1,400/mo as of June 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $830/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,060/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($64,354/yr), ZIP 48026 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 48026?

As of June 22, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 48026 (Fraser, MI) is $1,400. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 48026 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 48026's median rent of $1,400/mo is $565 (29%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 48026 compare to other ZIPs in Michigan?

ZIP 48026 falls in the middle range for Michigan, ranking #95 out of 163 ZIPs at $1,400/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 48026?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $56,000/year (~$27/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,400/mo in ZIP 48026. The local median household income is $64,354/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 48026?

Rent in ZIP 48026 has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of June 22, 2026.

Is ZIP 48026 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 48026 is considered affordable for renters. At $1,400/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($64,354/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 48026 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 48026 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 26.7% of ZIP 48026 households are renters, while 73.3% are owner-occupied. ZIP 48026 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 48026 compare to the rest of Fraser?

ZIP 48026 sits right at the Fraser citywide median of $1,400/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 48026 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 48026 reflects June 22, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,400/mo, rent takes ~26% of ZIP 48026's median household income ($64,354/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 48026 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.25%
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