| ZIP Code | 48238 |
|---|---|
| City | Detroit |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Wayne County |
| Area Code | 313 |
| Elevation | 644 ft |
| Latitude | 42.396277 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.141316 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.4 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.38 |
| Below Poverty | 35.6% ▲ 256% above avg |
| College Grads | 22.1% ▼ 43% below avg |
| Unemployment | 20.6% ▲ 320% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 162 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,265 (28.9%) |
| Some College | 2,850 (19.3%) |
| Associates | 4,204 (28.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,220 (8.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,042 (13.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $30,286 ▼ 60% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $58,700 ▼ 79% below avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $950/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 16,341 |
| Vacant Units | 6,052 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 16,341 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 6,052 |
| Owner Occupied | 47.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 52.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
ZIP code 48238 is located in Detroit, Michigan, within Wayne County. With a population of 24,569, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.4 years. Economically, 48238 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $30,286 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48238 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $58,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $950 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (47.1%) and renters (52.9%). Median home values have increased by 39% since 2019.
The population of 48238 is primarily Black (93.70%). Residents are less-educated — 22.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 35.6%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48238 stands at 20.6%, 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 57%.
Overall, ZIP code 48238 in Detroit, MI is characterized as lower-income, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 24,569 residents, a median household income of $30,286, and a median home value of $58,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.