| ZIP Code | 48229 |
|---|---|
| City | Ecorse |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Wayne County |
| Area Code | 313 |
| Elevation | 579 ft |
| Latitude | 42.249592 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.140439 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.3 yrs ↓ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.54 |
| Below Poverty | 24.0% ▲ 140% above avg |
| College Grads | 17.0% ▼ 56% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.8% ▲ 59% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 252 (5%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,187 (43.5%) |
| Some College | 774 (15.4%) |
| Associates | 960 (19.1%) |
| Bachelors | 314 (6.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 543 (10.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $45,148 ▼ 41% below avg ↑ 56% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $59,300 ▼ 79% below avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $879/mo ↑ 7% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,156 |
| Vacant Units | 571 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.54 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,156 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 571 |
| Owner Occupied | 64.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 35.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.54 |
ZIP code 48229 is located in Ecorse, Michigan, within Wayne County. With a population of 9,166, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.3 years. Economically, 48229 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $45,148 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48229 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $59,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $879 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 64.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 41% since 2019.
The population of 48229 is racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 44.8%. Residents are less-educated — 17.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 24.0%. Household income has grown by 56% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48229 stands at 7.8%, which is significantly above the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 48229 in Ecorse, MI is characterized as working-class, less-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 9,166 residents, a median household income of $45,148, and a median home value of $59,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.