| ZIP Code | 48138 |
|---|---|
| City | Grosse Ile |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Wayne County |
| Area Code | 734 |
| Elevation | 589 ft |
| Latitude | 42.131288 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.155729 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.0 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 4.2% ▼ 59% below avg |
| College Grads | 56.8% ▲ 47% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 8% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 117 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,113 (14.2%) |
| Some College | 849 (10.8%) |
| Associates | 1,313 (16.7%) |
| Bachelors | 698 (8.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,764 (47.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $124,934 ▲ 64% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $343,000 ▲ 23% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,388/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,537 |
| Vacant Units | 304 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,537 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 304 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 8.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
ZIP code 48138 is located in Grosse Ile, Michigan, within Wayne County. With a population of 10,603, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51 years. Economically, 48138 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $124,934 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48138 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $343,000 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,388 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 48138 is primarily White (89.34%). Residents are well-educated — 56.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.2%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48138 stands at 5.3%, which is near the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 48138 in Grosse Ile, MI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 10,603 residents, a median household income of $124,934, and a median home value of $343,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.