| ZIP Code | 48125 |
|---|---|
| City | Dearborn Heights |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Wayne County |
| Area Code | 313 |
| Elevation | 618 ft |
| Latitude | 42.277334 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.264832 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.66 |
| Below Poverty | 21.3% ▲ 113% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.3% ▼ 27% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.4% ▲ 50% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 329 (2.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,280 (37.2%) |
| Some College | 2,513 (17.7%) |
| Associates | 2,057 (14.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,660 (11.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,349 (16.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,534 ▼ 22% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $119,300 ▼ 57% below avg ↑ 52% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,298/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,791 |
| Vacant Units | 576 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,791 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 576 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
ZIP code 48125 is located in Dearborn Heights, Michigan, within Wayne County. With a population of 22,156, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.3 years. Economically, 48125 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $59,534 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48125 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $119,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,298 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 52% since 2019.
The population of 48125 is primarily White (76.39%). Residents are moderately educated — 28.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 21.3%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48125 stands at 7.4%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 48125 in Dearborn Heights, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 22,156 residents, a median household income of $59,534, and a median home value of $119,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.