| ZIP Code | 48170 |
|---|---|
| City | Plymouth |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Wayne County |
| Area Code | 248/313/734 |
| Elevation | 848 ft |
| Latitude | 42.367689 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.534306 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.7 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.32 |
| Below Poverty | 3.8% ▼ 62% below avg |
| College Grads | 65.7% ▲ 70% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 19% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 151 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,943 (17.1%) |
| Some College | 1,708 (5.9%) |
| Associates | 3,107 (10.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,981 (6.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 16,981 (58.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $109,442 ▲ 43% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $400,800 ▲ 44% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,114/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,184 |
| Vacant Units | 814 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,184 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 814 |
| Owner Occupied | 78.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 21.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
ZIP code 48170 is located in Plymouth, Michigan, within Wayne County. With a population of 40,573, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.7 years. Economically, 48170 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $109,442 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48170 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $400,800 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,114 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 78.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 48170 is primarily White (86.81%). Residents are highly educated — 65.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.8%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48170 stands at 4.0%, which is below the national average. About 23% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 48170 in Plymouth, MI is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 40,573 residents, a median household income of $109,442, and a median home value of $400,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.