| ZIP Code | 48127 |
|---|---|
| City | Dearborn Heights |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Wayne County |
| Area Code | 313 |
| Elevation | 619 ft |
| Latitude | 42.335793 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.283296 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.7 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.89 |
| Below Poverty | 19.6% ▲ 96% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.8% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.6% ▲ 54% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 512 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,133 (29.4%) |
| Some College | 2,917 (12%) |
| Associates | 3,809 (15.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,676 (11%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,227 (29.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,084 ▼ 17% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $217,000 ▼ 22% below avg ↑ 51% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,231/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,616 |
| Vacant Units | 845 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.89 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,616 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 845 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.89 |
ZIP code 48127 is located in Dearborn Heights, Michigan, within Wayne County. With a population of 39,943, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.7 years. Economically, 48127 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $63,084 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48127 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $217,000 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,231 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 51% since 2019.
The population of 48127 is primarily White (84.65%). Residents are well-educated — 40.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 19.6%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48127 stands at 7.6%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 48127 in Dearborn Heights, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 39,943 residents, a median household income of $63,084, and a median home value of $217,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.