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ZIP 48312

Pop. 34,401·Macomb County·76th most expensive ZIP in Michigan
Median rent (all units)
$1,493/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+2.9%
vs US Median
-$472
Rising (Monthly)
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ZIP 48312 · $1,493
More affordable than 74% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$980
1 BR
$1,090
2 BR
$1,370
3 BR
$1,670
4 BR+
$1,810
Research median
$1,370/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
$17,916/yr
At $1,493/mo median
Location
StateMI
CountyMacomb County
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
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Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 48312 (Sterling Heights, MI) is majority owner-occupied, 30.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
34,401
Median income
$68,061
Median age
41.4
Renters
25.4%
Age distribution
19.9%
22.6%
26%
14.1%
17.5%
Under 1819.9%
18–3422.6%
35–5426%
55–6414.1%
65+17.5%
Gender
48.7%
51.3%
Male48.7%
Female51.3%
Race & ethnicity
73.6%
White73.6%
Black11%
Hispanic3.9%
Asian9.2%
Other2.3%
Education (25+)
13.5%
25.5%
30.7%
30.3%
No HS diploma13.5%
HS diploma25.5%
Some college30.7%
Bachelor's+30.3%
Housing tenure
74.6%
25.4%
Owner74.6%
Renter25.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 48312 in Sterling Heights, MI has changed in 5 years

Income
$67,126 → $68,061
up 1.4%
Population
34,666 → 34,401
down 0.8%
Renter share
24.1% → 25.4%
+1.3 pts
Bachelor's+
31% → 30.3%
-0.7 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 48312 in Sterling Heights, MI now reports about $68,061, up from $67,126 in 2021.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 48312 covers Sterling Heights, MI. The median rent here is $1,493/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,090/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,370/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($68,061/yr), ZIP 48312 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 48312?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 48312 (Sterling Heights, MI) is $1,493. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 48312 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 48312's median rent of $1,493/mo is $472 (24%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 48312 compare to other ZIPs in Michigan?

ZIP 48312 falls in the middle range for Michigan, ranking #76 out of 165 ZIPs at $1,493/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 48312?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $60,000/year (~$29/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,493/mo in ZIP 48312. The local median household income is $68,061/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 48312?

Rent in ZIP 48312 has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 20, 2026.

Is ZIP 48312 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 48312 is considered affordable for renters. At $1,493/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($68,061/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 48312 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 48312 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.4% of ZIP 48312 households are renters, while 74.6% are owner-occupied. ZIP 48312 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 48312 compare to the rest of Sterling Heights?

ZIP 48312 is more affordable than Sterling Heights overall. At $1,493/mo, it's $98 below the Sterling Heights citywide median of $1,591/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 48312 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 48312 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,493/mo, rent takes ~26% of ZIP 48312's median household income ($68,061/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 48312 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.25%
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