ZIP codes
31
Detroit, MI Demographics & ZIP Codes
Detroit, Michigan demographics and median household income by ZIP code (in Wayne County) — 31 ZIP codes — population 717,768 — median income $40,961 — avg. home value $117,383. Compare income, housing, and population across ZIP codes on US5.
Population
717,768
Median household income (avg.)
$40,961
55% of U.S. median
Average home value
$117,383
34% of U.S. median
Average rent
$781
67% of U.S. median
Median age (avg.)
35.8
Detroit demographics
Detroit, Michigan covers 31 ZIP codes primarily in Wayne County, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 717,768.
Across ZIP codes with age data, the average median age is about 35.8 years.
Median household income in Detroit
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Detroit, Michigan is about $40,961 — about 43% below the MI ZIP average ($71,237), and about 45% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 48226 is near the top at about $69,813, while 48201 is near the bottom at about $24,392.
Housing in Detroit
For housing in Detroit, Michigan, the average median home value is about $117,383 and the average median rent is about $781.
The most populous ZIP in this set is 48228 (about 52,719 residents). Use the table below to compare population, income, and home values across codes.
ZIP codes in Detroit
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48228 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 52,719 | $31,485 | $55,100 |
| 48235 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 46,960 | $41,011 | $79,400 |
| 48219 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 45,788 | $43,882 | $84,500 |
| 48212 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 42,587 | $37,293 | $98,200 |
| 48221 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 41,750 | $55,583 | $138,700 |
| 48227 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 39,474 | $36,221 | $70,900 |
| 48224 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 38,771 | $42,963 | $77,900 |
| 48239 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 37,039 | $69,373 | $145,900 |
| 48205 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 32,466 | $40,612 | $55,700 |
| 48234 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 32,406 | $36,473 | $57,100 |
| 48209 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 27,534 | $42,152 | $82,800 |
| 48210 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 26,925 | $38,900 | $60,100 |
| 48238 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 24,569 | $30,286 | $58,700 |
| 48223 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 24,262 | $42,324 | $87,700 |
| 48203 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 20,472 | $35,108 | $76,100 |
| 48207 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 20,068 | $44,561 | $193,800 |
| 48213 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 19,869 | $33,755 | $52,100 |
| 48204 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 19,723 | $32,875 | $53,600 |
| 48214 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 19,014 | $34,807 | $120,500 |
| 48240 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 17,097 | $57,970 | $120,700 |
| 48206 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 16,447 | $43,702 | $102,300 |
| 48202 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 14,792 | $36,536 | $193,700 |
| 48201 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 14,327 | $24,392 | $401,500 |
| 48215 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 10,238 | $33,741 | $105,400 |
| 48208 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 7,904 | $29,742 | $186,700 |
| 48226 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 6,893 | $69,813 | $307,700 |
| 48217 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 6,437 | $46,671 | $45,100 |
| 48216 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 5,681 | $42,278 | $225,300 |
| 48211 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | 5,556 | $33,347 | $66,900 |
| 48233 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | — | — | — |
| 48243 | Detroit | Wayne County | MI | — | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Detroit?
Detroit, Michigan has a combined ZIP-area population of about 717,768 across 31 ZIP codes (primarily Wayne County). Browse the ZIP table below for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Detroit?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Detroit, Michigan is about $40,961, about 43% below the state ZIP average ($71,237), and about 45% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $117,383. Among ZIPs with data, 48226 is near the top ($69,813) and 48201 is near the bottom ($24,392).
How many ZIP codes are in Detroit?
Detroit, Michigan includes 31 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Detroit?
This page lists ZIP codes in Detroit, Michigan with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.