| ZIP Code | 48186 |
|---|---|
| City | Westland |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Wayne County |
| Area Code | 248/313/734 |
| Elevation | 649 ft |
| Latitude | 42.293764 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.370739 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.4 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.64 |
| Below Poverty | 13.6% ▲ 36% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.2% ▼ 22% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 592 (2.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,308 (32.4%) |
| Some College | 3,594 (15.9%) |
| Associates | 4,251 (18.8%) |
| Bachelors | 2,246 (10%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,577 (20.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,203 ▼ 12% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $167,600 ▼ 40% below avg ↑ 51% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,083/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,543 |
| Vacant Units | 1,100 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.64 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,543 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,100 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 31.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.64 |
ZIP code 48186 is located in Westland, Michigan, within Wayne County. With a population of 35,791, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.4 years. Economically, 48186 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $67,203 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48186 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $167,600 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,083 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 51% since 2019.
The population of 48186 is majority White (61.34%). Residents are moderately educated — 30.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.6%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48186 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 48186 in Westland, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 35,791 residents, a median household income of $67,203, and a median home value of $167,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.