| ZIP Code | 48195 |
|---|---|
| City | Southgate |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Wayne County |
| Area Code | 734 |
| Elevation | 595 ft |
| Latitude | 42.204707 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.205685 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.4 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.38 |
| Below Poverty | 9.7% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 33.5% ▼ 13% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 194 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,837 (34.9%) |
| Some College | 2,802 (14.3%) |
| Associates | 3,199 (16.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,146 (10.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,430 (22.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,635 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $165,400 ▼ 41% below avg ↑ 47% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,102/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,033 |
| Vacant Units | 681 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,033 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 681 |
| Owner Occupied | 66.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 33.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
ZIP code 48195 is located in Southgate, Michigan, within Wayne County. With a population of 29,551, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.4 years. Economically, 48195 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $64,635 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48195 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $165,400 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,102 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 66.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 47% since 2019.
The population of 48195 is primarily White (75.13%). Residents are moderately educated — 33.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.7%. Household income has grown by 13% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48195 stands at 5.1%, which is near the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 48195 in Southgate, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 29,551 residents, a median household income of $64,635, and a median home value of $165,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.