ZIP Code 48173, Michigan
ZIP Code 48173 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 48173 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Wayne County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 12,931. The land area covers 11.93 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,931 | ±565 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 45.9 yrs | ±1.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,225 | ±349 | 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 | 5,487 | ±370 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,225 | ±349 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 262 | ±162 |
| Median Home Value | $244,900 | ±$19,147 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,164 | ±$66 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $94,094 | ±$6,721 |
| Per Capita Income | $43,759 | ±$2,499 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.9% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 632 | ±333 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.1% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,745 | ±471 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.1% | ±2.4% |
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 | 06-12 | MELVINDALE, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | CARLETON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CARLETON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | WESTLAND, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | NEW BOSTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | SOUTHGATE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ALLEN PARK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ALLEN PARK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-05 | MELVINDALE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | RIVER ROUGE, 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-Woodhaven
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College Vocational | 4.8 mi away | 19810 West Road, Woodhaven, MI, 48183-3319 |
5862963225
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SOUTH ROCKWOOD BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 5676 CARLETON ROCKWOOD RD. SUITE C, SOUTH ROCKWOOD, MI, 48179 |
(734) 379-3333
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Detroit Business Institute-Downriver
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College Vocational | 6.7 mi away | 19100 Fort St, Riverview, MI, 48193 |
7344790660
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FLAT ROCK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 25200 GIBRALTAR ROAD, FLAT ROCK, MI, 48134 |
(734) 782-2430
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Ross Medical Education Center-Taylor
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College Vocational | 8.6 mi away | 22311 Eureka Road, Taylor, MI, 48180-6016 |
7343748260
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TRENTON VETERANS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 4.7 mi away | 2790 WESTFIELD ROAD, TRENTON, MI, 48183 |
(734) 676-9777
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Taylor Andrews Academy of Hair Design-Hair Lab Detroit Barber School
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College | 8.6 mi away | 15070 Dix Toledo Road, Southgate, MI, 48195-2615 |
7342588183
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NEWPORT BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.6 mi away | 8120 NORTH DIXIE HIGHWAY, NEWPORT, MI, 48166 |
(734) 586-2117
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Dorsey School of Beauty
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College Vocational | 12.7 mi away | 23125 Ecorse Rd, Taylor, MI, 48180-1866 |
3132912177
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RIVERVIEW PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 14300 SIBLEY ROAD, RIVERVIEW, MI, 48193 |
(734) 283-1250
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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 NEWPORT 4SSE, MI US, located 9.2 miles from ZCTA5 48173. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.6° | 18.1° | 24.9° | 2.12" | 12.4" |
| February | 34.4° | 19.1° | 26.7° | 1.82" | 13.5" |
| March | 43.3° | 26.7° | 35.0° | 2.38" | 5.5" |
| April | 56.1° | 37.2° | 46.7° | 2.88" | 0.6" |
| May | 67.8° | 47.8° | 57.8° | 3.64" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.4° | 58.4° | 68.4° | 3.32" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.2° | 61.7° | 72.4° | 3.22" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.1° | 60.3° | 71.2° | 3.56" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.9° | 54.2° | 64.5° | 3.13" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.5° | 42.6° | 52.1° | 2.56" | 0.0" |
| November | 47.9° | 32.6° | 40.2° | 2.54" | 1.0" |
| December | 36.6° | 24.9° | 30.7° | 2.13" | 8.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockwood city | City | 1.5 mi | — |
| Gibraltar city | City | 2.3 mi | — |
| South Rockwood village | Village | 3.1 mi | — |
| Flat Rock city | City | 3.4 mi | — |
| Woodhaven city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| Trenton city | City | 4.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 48173. • 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.