ZIP Code 48126, Michigan
ZIP Code 48126 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 48126 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Wayne County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 51,997. The land area covers 8.37 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 51,997 | ±1,968 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 28.9 yrs | ±1.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 15,706 | ±621 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 17,316 | ±647 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 15,706 | ±621 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,610 | ±334 |
| Median Home Value | $213,900 | ±$6,301 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,315 | ±$97 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $42,140 | ±$3,518 |
| Per Capita Income | $19,982 | ±$1,632 |
| Poverty Rate | 34% | ±4.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 17,608 | ±2,424 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.3% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 16,884 | ±977 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.5% | ±5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 1,771,063 (2024)
ID: 166615
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
COLEMAN A. YOUNG MUNICIPAL CENTER, 2 WOODWARD AVENUE, ROOMS 201 & 207, DETROIT MI 48226
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | SOUTHFIELD, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | DETROIT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | WARREN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | DEARBORN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | MELVINDALE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-12 | DETROIT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | WARREN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | DETROIT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | WESTLAND, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | DETROIT, MI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Dorsey College-Dearborn
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College | 1.7 mi away | 18660 Ford Rd, Detroit, MI, 48228 |
3139823730
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ESPER BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 12929 WEST WARREN AVENUE, DEARBORN, MI, 48126 |
(313) 943-4096
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University of Michigan-Dearborn
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College | 2.4 mi away | 4901 Evergreen Rd, Dearborn, MI, 48128-1491 |
3135935000
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DEARBORN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 16301 MICHIGAN AVENUE, DEARBORN, MI, 48126 |
(313) 943-2037
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Henry Ford College
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College | 2.5 mi away | 5101 Evergreen Rd, Dearborn, MI, 48128-1495 |
3138459600
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EDISON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 18400 JOY ROAD, DETROIT, MI, 48228 |
(313) 481-1720
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P&A Scholars Beauty School
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College Vocational | 3.5 mi away | 12001 Grandriver Avenue, Detroit, MI, 48204 |
3139339393
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CAMPBELL BRANCH LIBRARY AT LAWNDALE STATION
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 8733 WEST VERNOR HIGHWAY, DETROIT, MI, 48209 |
(313) 481-1550
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The Michigan Barber School
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College | 3.8 mi away | 8988-90 Grand River Avenue, Detroit, MI, 48204-2244 |
3138942300
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BRYANT BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 22100 MICHIGAN AVENUE, DEARBORN, MI, 48124 |
(313) 943-4091
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at DEARBORN #2, MI US, located 1.3 miles from ZCTA5 48126. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33.0° | 19.4° | 26.2° | 2.07" | — |
| February | 35.9° | 20.1° | 28.0° | 2.06" | — |
| March | 45.8° | 27.1° | 36.5° | 2.50" | — |
| April | 58.9° | 37.1° | 48.0° | 3.23" | — |
| May | 69.9° | 48.2° | 59.1° | 3.69" | — |
| June | 79.2° | 59.4° | 69.3° | 3.67" | — |
| July | 84.1° | 63.4° | 73.8° | 3.39" | — |
| August | 82.0° | 62.2° | 72.1° | 3.51" | — |
| September | 75.2° | 54.5° | 64.8° | 3.04" | — |
| October | 62.5° | 43.1° | 52.8° | 2.76" | — |
| November | 49.3° | 33.3° | 41.3° | 2.62" | — |
| December | 37.3° | 25.4° | 31.4° | 2.35" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dearborn city | City | 1.7 mi | — |
| Melvindale city | City | 3.6 mi | — |
| Allen Park city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| River Rouge city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| Dearborn Heights city | City | 5.2 mi | — |
| Detroit city | City | 5.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 48126. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.