| ZIP Code | 48911 |
|---|---|
| City | Lansing |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Ingham County |
| Area Code | 517 |
| Elevation | 865 ft |
| Latitude | 42.672858 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.5734 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26065 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 18.0% ▲ 80% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 8.7% ▲ 78% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 941 (3.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,012 (24.5%) |
| Some College | 3,432 (14%) |
| Associates | 5,057 (20.6%) |
| Bachelors | 2,604 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,445 (26.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,882 ▼ 28% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $136,900 ▼ 51% below avg ↑ 52% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $933/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,069 |
| Vacant Units | 1,242 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,069 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,242 |
| Owner Occupied | 56.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 44.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
ZIP code 48911 is located in Lansing, Michigan, within Ingham County. With a population of 40,407, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.8 years. Economically, 48911 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $54,882 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48911 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $136,900 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $933 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (56.0%) and renters (44.0%). Median home values have increased by 52% since 2019.
The population of 48911 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 45.7%. Residents are moderately educated — 37.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.0%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48911 stands at 8.7%, 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 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 48911 in Lansing, MI is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 40,407 residents, a median household income of $54,882, and a median home value of $136,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.