| ZIP Code | 48223 |
|---|---|
| City | Detroit |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Wayne County |
| Area Code | 248/313 |
| Elevation | 627 ft |
| Latitude | 42.393398 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.246136 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 23.8% ▲ 138% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| Unemployment | 15.6% ▲ 218% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 160 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,345 (29.7%) |
| Some College | 2,568 (17.6%) |
| Associates | 3,376 (23.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,309 (8.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,871 (19.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $42,324 ▼ 45% below avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $87,700 ▼ 69% below avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,013/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,264 |
| Vacant Units | 2,016 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,264 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,016 |
| Owner Occupied | 55.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 44.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
ZIP code 48223 is located in Detroit, Michigan, within Wayne County. With a population of 24,262, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34 years. Economically, 48223 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $42,324 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48223 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $87,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,013 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (55.5%) and renters (44.5%). Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 48223 is primarily Black (86.37%). Residents are moderately educated — 28.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 23.8%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48223 stands at 15.6%, which is more than double the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 48223 in Detroit, MI is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 24,262 residents, a median household income of $42,324, and a median home value of $87,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.