| ZIP Code | 48239 |
|---|---|
| City | Redford |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Wayne County |
| Area Code | 248/313 |
| Elevation | 625 ft |
| Latitude | 42.376245 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.286394 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.61 |
| Below Poverty | 12.9% ▲ 29% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.7% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 22% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 219 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,488 (30.7%) |
| Some College | 3,518 (14.4%) |
| Associates | 3,956 (16.2%) |
| Bachelors | 3,504 (14.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,687 (23.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,373 ▼ 9% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $145,900 ▼ 48% below avg ↑ 69% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,355/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,869 |
| Vacant Units | 691 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,869 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 691 |
| Owner Occupied | 78.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 21.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
ZIP code 48239 is located in Redford, Michigan, within Wayne County. With a population of 37,039, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38 years. Economically, 48239 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $69,373 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48239 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $145,900 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,355 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 78.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 69% since 2019.
The population of 48239 is majority Black (57.55%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.9%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48239 stands at 6.0%, which is above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 48239 in Redford, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 37,039 residents, a median household income of $69,373, and a median home value of $145,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.