| ZIP Code | 48906 |
|---|---|
| City | Lansing |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Ingham County |
| Area Code | 517 |
| Elevation | 841 ft |
| Latitude | 42.788027 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.589435 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26065 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.3 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.31 |
| Below Poverty | 18.1% ▲ 81% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.3% ▲ 49% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 259 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,183 (25.7%) |
| Some College | 2,416 (14.8%) |
| Associates | 2,736 (16.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,944 (11.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,738 (29.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,533 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $128,600 ▼ 54% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,033/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,180 |
| Vacant Units | 979 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,180 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 979 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
ZIP code 48906 is located in Lansing, Michigan, within Ingham County. With a population of 25,960, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.3 years. Economically, 48906 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,533 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48906 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $128,600 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,033 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 48906 is majority White (63.91%). Residents are well-educated — 41.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.1%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48906 stands at 7.3%, which is above the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 48906 in Lansing, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 25,960 residents, a median household income of $61,533, and a median home value of $128,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.