| ZIP Code | 48021 |
|---|---|
| City | Eastpointe |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Macomb County |
| Area Code | 586 |
| Elevation | 602 ft |
| Latitude | 42.46608 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.946341 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26099 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.4 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 18.1% ▲ 81% above avg |
| College Grads | 25.3% ▼ 35% below avg |
| Unemployment | 13.4% ▲ 173% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 590 (2.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,198 (33.3%) |
| Some College | 3,478 (16.1%) |
| Associates | 4,868 (22.6%) |
| Bachelors | 2,036 (9.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,415 (15.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,196 ▼ 24% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $129,100 ▼ 54% below avg ↑ 67% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,335/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,124 |
| Vacant Units | 724 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,124 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 724 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 31.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
ZIP code 48021 is located in Eastpointe, Michigan, within Macomb County. With a population of 34,003, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.4 years. Economically, 48021 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $58,196 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48021 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $129,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,335 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 67% since 2019.
The population of 48021 is majority Black (52.99%). Residents are moderately educated — 25.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.1%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48021 stands at 13.4%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 48021 in Eastpointe, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 34,003 residents, a median household income of $58,196, and a median home value of $129,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.