Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
| Below Poverty | 16.3% ▲ 63% above avg |
| College Grads | 44.6% ▲ 15% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.2% ▲ 47% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,964 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 23,326 (22.7%) |
| Some College | 13,957 (13.6%) |
| Associates | 17,483 (17%) |
| Bachelors | 11,756 (11.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 34,336 (33.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,292 ▼ 24% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $145,196 ▼ 48% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,013/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 79,278 |
| Vacant Units | 5,679 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lansing is a city in Michigan, located in Ingham County. The city spans 22 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 161,259 residents. It is a relatively young city, with a median age of 35.64 years.
Economically, Lansing is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $58,292 is below the national average. Approximately 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 7.2%, above the national average.
The real estate market in Lansing is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. Median home values stand at $145,196, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,013 per month.
The population of Lansing is well-educated. 44.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — above the national average. The community is majority White (57.03%).
Lansing, MI offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Michigan. Spread across 22 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48906 | 25,960 | $61,533 | $128,600 | $1,033 | 7.3% | 41.1% | 69.8% |
| 48910 | 32,801 | $52,154 | $117,600 | $1,003 | 7.2% | 45.4% | 58.3% |
| 48911 | 40,407 | $54,882 | $136,900 | $933 | 8.7% | 37.0% | 56.0% |
| 48912 | 17,398 | $53,072 | $139,900 | $1,037 | 9.1% | 51.0% | 43.3% |
| 48915 | 9,315 | $51,653 | $112,600 | $1,087 | 6.4% | 47.0% | 60.6% |
| 48917 | 32,029 | $73,259 | $211,300 | $1,085 | 4.7% | 51.8% | 59.7% |
| 48933 | 3,349 | $36,895 | $130,200 | $919 | 4.5% | 46.5% | 9.2% |