US ZIP Code
48183

Trenton, MI

Wayne County  ·  Michigan

● Active
👥 41,863 Population
💰 $82,020 Median HH Income
≈ Avg ↑ 23% since 2019
🎂 45.8 Median Age ↑ 3% since 2019
🏠 $214,000 Median Home Value
▼ 23% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019
🎓 38.8% College Grads
≈ Avg
📊 5.7% Unemployment
▲ 17% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code48183
CityTrenton
StateMichigan (MI)
CountyWayne County
Area Code734
Elevation588 ft
Latitude42.131459
Longitude-83.217792
TimezoneDetroit (DST)
FIPS26163
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 47.5% (19,885) Female 52.5% (21,978) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 81.5%Hispanic: 6.3%Black: 5.5%Asian: 2.5%Other: 4%Race
White81.5%
Hispanic6.3%
Black5.5%
Asian2.5%
Other4.0%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
5%
5–17
15%
18–24
7%
25–44
22%
45–64
29%
65+
9%

Key Indicators

Median Age45.8 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.39
Below Poverty9.8% ≈ Avg
College Grads38.8% ≈ Avg
Unemployment5.7% ▲ 17% above avg
No HS Diploma228 (0.8%)
HS Graduate9,219 (31.4%)
Some College3,754 (12.8%)
Associates4,761 (16.2%)
Bachelors3,375 (11.5%)
Graduate Degree8,019 (27.3%)

Education

No HS: 0.8%HS Grad: 31.4%Some College: 12.8%Associates: 16.2%Bachelors: 11.5%Graduate: 27.3%Edu
No HS0.8%
HS Grad31.4%
Some College12.8%
Associates16.2%
Bachelors11.5%
Graduate27.3%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 76.6%Renter: 23.5%Tenure
Owner76.6%
Renter23.5%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
4%
$50k–100k
6%
$100k–150k
12%
$150k–200k
21%
$200k–300k
43%
$300k–500k
14%
Over $500k
1%

Financials

Median HH Income$82,020 ≈ Avg ↑ 23% since 2019
Median Home Value$214,000 ▼ 23% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,009/mo ↑ 24% since 2019
Total Units18,095
Vacant Units705
Avg HH Size2.39

Income Distribution

Under $25k
13%
$25k–50k
15%
$50k–75k
16%
$75k–100k
17%
$100k–150k
22%
$150k–200k
10%
Over $200k
8%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
87%
Public Transit
0%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
12%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
26%
15–30 min
37%
30–45 min
21%
Over 45 min
16%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
2%
1940s–1950s
18%
1960s–1970s
15%
1980s–1990s
13%
2000+
52%

Summary

Total Units18,095
Vacant705
Owner Occupied76.6%
Renter Occupied23.5%
Avg HH Size2.39
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 48183 is in Trenton, MI, in Wayne County.
ZIP code 48183 is located in Michigan (MI).
ZIP code 48183 is in Wayne County, MI.
ZIP 48183 observes the Detroit timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 48183 is 41,863 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 48183 is $82,020 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 48183 is $214,000 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 48183

ZIP code 48183 is located in Trenton, Michigan, within Wayne County. With a population of 41,863, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.8 years. Economically, 48183 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $82,020 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 48183 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $214,000 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,009 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.

The population of 48183 is primarily White (81.53%). Residents are moderately educated — 38.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.8%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 48183 stands at 5.7%, which is above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.

Overall, ZIP code 48183 in Trenton, MI is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 41,863 residents, a median household income of $82,020, and a median home value of $214,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.