49461, Whitehall, MI

The 49461 zip code of Whitehall, Michigan is located in the northwest corner of Oakland County and includes the city of Whitehall. As of the 2010 census, the population was 10,906. The median household income was $50,814 and the median family income was $60,716.

According to Zillow's analysis of data from Trulia, home values in Whitehall have increased by an average of 9.5% over the past year. This is much faster than the statewide average increase of 2.4%. In fact, home values in Whitehall are now higher than they were at their peak in 2007!

One reason for this strong appreciation in home values is that there are relatively few homes for sale in Whitehall compared to other cities nearby. This has led to a bidding war among potential buyers and increased prices for homes on the market.

Another contributing factor to high home prices in Whitehall may be its location within a desirable area. The city is located just minutes away from both Detroit and Ann Arbor, two major metropolitan areas with a large number of jobs and opportunities for residents. Additionally, Whitehall is close to several golf courses and other recreational facilities that may also contribute to higher home prices.