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ZIP 48310

Pop. 43,354·Macomb County·51st most expensive ZIP in Michigan
Median rent (all units)
$1,694/mo
Year-over-Year
+17.9%
Month-over-Month
-1.9%
vs US Median
-$271
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ZIP 48310 · $1,694
More affordable than 59% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,150
1 BR
$1,280
2 BR
$1,610
3 BR
$1,970
4 BR+
$2,130
Research median
$1,610/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$20,328/yr
At $1,694/mo median
Location
StateMI
CountyMacomb County
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Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 17.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+17.9% YoY, -1.9% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 48310 (Sterling Heights, MI) is majority owner-occupied, 29% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
43,354
Median income
$78,058
Median age
39.7
Renters
21.6%
Age distribution
21%
24.2%
24.2%
12.6%
18%
Under 1821%
18–3424.2%
35–5424.2%
55–6412.6%
65+18%
Gender
48.4%
51.6%
Male48.4%
Female51.6%
Race & ethnicity
74%
White74%
Black7.5%
Hispanic2.1%
Asian12%
Other4.4%
Education (25+)
17.4%
25.9%
27.7%
29%
No HS diploma17.4%
HS diploma25.9%
Some college27.7%
Bachelor's+29%
Housing tenure
78.4%
21.6%
Owner78.4%
Renter21.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 48310 in Sterling Heights, MI has changed in 5 years

Income
$67,389 → $78,058
up 15.8%
Population
43,963 → 43,354
down 1.4%
Renter share
24.4% → 21.6%
-2.8 pts
Bachelor's+
26.5% → 29%
+2.5 pts
Median age
38.8 → 39.7
+0.9 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 48310 in Sterling Heights, MI now reports about $78,058, up from $67,389 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 43,963 to 43,354 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.4% change. About 21.6% of households rent today, against 24.4% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 26.5% to 29%.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 48310 covers Sterling Heights, MI. The median rent here is $1,694/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,280/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,610/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($78,058/yr), ZIP 48310 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 17.9% over the past year.

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How much is rent in ZIP code 48310?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 48310 (Sterling Heights, MI) is $1,694. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 48310 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 48310's median rent of $1,694/mo is $271 (14%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 48310 compare to other ZIPs in Michigan?

ZIP 48310 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in Michigan, ranking #51 out of 165 ZIPs tracked at $1,694/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 48310?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $68,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,694/mo in ZIP 48310. The local median household income is $78,058/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 48310?

Rent in ZIP 48310 has increased 17.9% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 48310 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 48310 is considered affordable for renters. At $1,694/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($78,058/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 48310 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 48310 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 21.6% of ZIP 48310 households are renters, while 78.4% are owner-occupied. ZIP 48310 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 48310 compare to the rest of Sterling Heights?

ZIP 48310 is pricier than Sterling Heights as a whole. At $1,694/mo, it's $103 above the Sterling Heights citywide median of $1,591/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 48310 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 48310 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,694/mo, rent takes ~26% of ZIP 48310's median household income ($78,058/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 48310 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.25%
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