ZIP code 48079
Where is ZIP code 48079?
Saint Clair, Michigan
St. Clair County · Standard ZIP code
ZIP code 48079 belongs to Saint Clair, Michigan in St. Clair County. 48079 is a standard ZIP code, so it covers street addresses as well as PO Boxes. It is in the Eastern Time zone and uses area codes 226, 519, 548, 586 and 810. About 12,711 people live in the 48079 area, where the median household income is $79,891. The closest ZIP codes are 48054 (East China, 4 mi south), 48074 (Smiths Creek, 6.2 mi northwest) and 48040 (Marysville, 6.3 mi north).
| ZIP code | 48079 |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard ZIP code for street addresses and PO Boxes |
| Status | Active |
| City | Saint Clair |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | St. Clair County |
| Time zone | Eastern Time · now |
| Area codes | 226, 519, 548, 586, 810 |
| Coordinates | 42.8255, -82.5133 map |
| 3-digit prefix | 480 |
Population and income in 48079
| Population | 12,711 · higher than 71% of Michigan ZIP codes |
|---|---|
| People per square mile | 304 · higher than 66% of Michigan ZIP codes |
| Median age | 45.3 years · higher than 59% of Michigan ZIP codes |
| Men / women | 48% / 53% |
| Median household income | $79,891 · higher than 69% of Michigan ZIP codes |
| Income per person | $42,948 |
| Below the poverty line | 6.1% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 27% of adults 25+ |
| Median home value | $293,000 · higher than 81% of Michigan ZIP codes |
| Median rent | $1,139 a month |
| Housing units | 5,415 |
| Households | 5,348 (2.37 people on average) |
| Owners / renters | 82% / 18% |
| Land area | 41.85 sq mi (plus 1.44 sq mi of water) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2020–2024) for ZIP Code Tabulation Area 48079. Census ZIP areas are close to, but not exactly the same as, USPS delivery areas.
ZIP codes near 48079
| ZIP code | City | Distance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48054 | East China, MI | 4 mi S | Standard |
| 48074 | Smiths Creek, MI | 6.2 mi NW | Standard |
| 48040 | Marysville, MI | 6.3 mi N | Standard |
| 48004 | Anchorville, MI | 7.7 mi W | PO Box only |
| 48063 | Columbus, MI | 9 mi NW | Standard |
| 48064 | Casco, MI | 9 mi SW | Standard |
| 48039 | Marine City, MI | 9.8 mi S | Standard |
| 48061 | Port Huron, MI | 11 mi NE | PO Box only |
| 48023 | Fair Haven, MI | 11.6 mi SW | Standard |
| 48060 | Port Huron, MI | 12.1 mi N | Standard |
| 48027 | Goodells, MI | 12.2 mi NW | Standard |
| 48001 | Algonac, MI | 13.6 mi S | Standard |
Straight-line distance between ZIP code center points. Find every ZIP code within 10 miles of 48079 or measure the distance to another ZIP code.
How to address mail to 48079
123 MAIN ST
SAINT CLAIR MI 48079
Put the city, the two-letter state code and the ZIP code on the last line. Avoid Saint Clair Township, St Clair, St Clair Township and St Clair Twp: USPS doesn’t recognize them as the city for this ZIP code. Adding the 4-digit ZIP+4 code (48079-XXXX) helps mail sort faster but isn’t required.
Questions
- What city is ZIP code 48079?
- 48079 is a Saint Clair, Michigan ZIP code.
- What county is 48079 in?
- ZIP code 48079 is in St. Clair County, Michigan.
- What time zone is ZIP code 48079 in?
- 48079 is in the Eastern Time zone (America/Detroit).
- What area code is 48079?
- Phone numbers in ZIP code 48079 use area codes 226, 519, 548, 586 and 810.
- What is the population of ZIP code 48079?
- About 12,711 people live in ZIP code 48079, according to the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024).
- What is the median income in 48079?
- The median household income in 48079 is $79,891 a year, higher than 69% of Michigan ZIP codes.
- What ZIP codes are near 48079?
- The nearest ZIP codes to 48079 are 48054 (East China, 4 miles), 48074 (Smiths Creek, 6.2 miles), 48040 (Marysville, 6.3 miles) and 48004 (Anchorville, 7.7 miles).