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48221

Michigan · 41,392 residents · 5.195 sq mi
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ZIP 48221 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $57,878. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. Median home value is $154,600. The poverty rate of 22.3% is well above the national figure. Among the 66 ZIP codes in Wayne County, 48221 ranks 36th by median household income.

$57,878
US average: $82,259
$154,600
US average: $376,019
29.3%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
25.6%
Age 65+
18.2%
44.2%
55.8%
2.63 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic8.1%(3,367)
Black84.4%(34,954)
Hispanic / Latino0.6%(240)
Asian1.3%(556)
Other5.5%(2,275)
Diversity Score34.6%(14,334)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Wayne County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST36TH OF 66HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
48101$81,655
48111$76,595
48120$66,006
48122$42,185
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 48221?

ZIP code 48221 has about 41,392 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 48221?

The typical household in ZIP code 48221 earns about $57,878 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 48221 expensive?

In ZIP code 48221, the median home is worth about $154,600, and the typical rent is about $1,206 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 48221?

About 29.3% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 48221 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 48221?

About 22.3% of people in ZIP code 48221 live below the federal poverty line.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024