| ZIP Code | 48122 |
|---|---|
| City | Melvindale |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Wayne County |
| Area Code | 313 |
| Elevation | 584 ft |
| Latitude | 42.278607 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.182255 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.91 |
| Below Poverty | 34.4% ▲ 244% above avg |
| College Grads | 23.8% ▼ 39% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.0% ▲ 42% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 251 (4.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,423 (44.1%) |
| Some College | 772 (14%) |
| Associates | 745 (13.6%) |
| Bachelors | 494 (9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 812 (14.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $41,356 ▼ 46% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $113,100 ▼ 59% below avg ↑ 76% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,116/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,693 |
| Vacant Units | 365 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.91 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,693 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 365 |
| Owner Occupied | 60.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 40.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.91 |
ZIP code 48122 is located in Melvindale, Michigan, within Wayne County. With a population of 12,605, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.6 years. Economically, 48122 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $41,356 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48122 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $113,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,116 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (60.0%) and renters (40.0%). Median home values have increased by 76% since 2019.
The population of 48122 is majority White (62.51%). Residents are less-educated — 23.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 34.4%.
The unemployment rate in 48122 stands at 7.0%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 64%.
Overall, ZIP code 48122 in Melvindale, MI is characterized as working-class, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 12,605 residents, a median household income of $41,356, and a median home value of $113,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.