ZIP Code 48168, Michigan
ZIP Code 48168 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 48168 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Washtenaw County / Wayne County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 25,038. The land area covers 19.59 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25,038 | ±801 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.9 yrs | ±2.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,058 | ±392 | 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 | 9,379 | ±441 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,058 | ±392 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 321 | ±186 |
| Median Home Value | $582,600 | ±$24,781 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,249 | ±$454 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $187,589 | ±$18,046 |
| Per Capita Income | $84,635 | ±$5,586 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.2% | ±1.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 796 | ±450 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.7% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 12,459 | ±608 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97% | ±5.8% |
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: 373,875 (2024)
ID: 166614
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
200 N MAIN, PO BOX 8645, ANN ARBOR MI 48107-8645
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | YPSILANTI, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | YPSILANTI, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ANN ARBOR, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | CANTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | WESTLAND, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | SOUTHFIELD, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | WESTLAND, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | WESTLAND, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | WESTLAND, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | WESTLAND, 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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Schoolcraft Community College District
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College | 5.7 mi away | 18600 Haggerty Road, Livonia, MI, 48152-2696 |
7344624400
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NORTHVILLE DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 212 WEST CADY STREET, NORTHVILLE, MI, 48167 |
(248) 349-3020
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Ross Medical Education Center-Canton
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College Vocational | 6.3 mi away | 44958 Ford Rd, Canton, MI, 48187-5071 |
7344591723
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PLYMOUTH DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 223 SOUTH MAIN STREET, PLYMOUTH, MI, 48170 |
(734) 453-0750
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Madonna University
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College | 7.1 mi away | 36600 Schoolcraft Rd, Livonia, MI, 48150-1176 |
7344325300
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NOVI PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 45255 WEST TEN MILE ROAD, NOVI, MI, 48375 |
(248) 349-0720
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L'esprit Academy
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College Vocational | 7.2 mi away | 42083 Ford Road, Canton, MI, 48187-3669 |
7347620200
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SALEM-SOUTH LYON DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 9800 PONTIAC TRAIL, SOUTH LYON, MI, 48178 |
(248) 437-6431
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Universal Technical Institute-Canton
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College | 9.5 mi away | 2955 S Haggerty, Canton, MI, 48188 |
7344232100
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LYON TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 27005 SOUTH MILFORD ROAD, SOUTH LYON, MI, 48178 |
(248) 437-8800
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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 ANN ARBOR U OF MICH, MI US, located 9.7 miles from ZCTA5 48168. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.9° | 16.2° | 24.0° | 2.96" | 18.3" |
| February | 35.4° | 17.7° | 26.5° | 2.51" | 15.3" |
| March | 46.2° | 25.2° | 35.7° | 2.82" | 8.3" |
| April | 59.7° | 35.5° | 47.6° | 3.44" | 2.6" |
| May | 71.4° | 46.6° | 59.0° | 3.84" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.1° | 55.9° | 68.0° | 3.91" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.7° | 60.1° | 71.9° | 3.52" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.7° | 58.8° | 70.3° | 3.52" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.1° | 51.6° | 63.3° | 3.18" | 0.0" |
| October | 62.2° | 40.7° | 51.4° | 2.99" | 0.1" |
| November | 48.0° | 30.5° | 39.2° | 2.82" | 4.1" |
| December | 36.3° | 22.1° | 29.2° | 2.75" | 12.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northville city | City | 3.4 mi | — |
| Plymouth city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| Novi city | City | 5.8 mi | — |
| South Lyon city | City | 6.9 mi | — |
| Wixom city | City | 8.1 mi | — |
| Livonia city | City | 8.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 48168. • 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.