ZIP Code 48179, Michigan
ZIP Code 48179 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 48179 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Monroe County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,209. The land area covers 20.33 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,209 | ±458 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs | ±6.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,346 | ±175 | 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 | 1,439 | ±164 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,346 | ±175 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 93 | ±62 |
| Median Home Value | $232,800 | ±$15,221 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,350 | ±$46 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $77,095 | ±$15,329 |
| Per Capita Income | $46,561 | ±$8,187 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.6% | ±3.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 277 | ±131 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.9% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,565 | ±253 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.6% | ±4.3% |
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: 156,045 (2024)
ID: 166603
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
106 E FIRST STREET, MONROE MI 48161-2110
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | CARLETON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CARLETON, 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 | PK-06 | MONROE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ALLEN PARK, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | SOUTHGATE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ROMULUS, 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 | 7.6 mi away | 19810 West Road, Woodhaven, MI, 48183-3319 |
5862963225
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SOUTH ROCKWOOD BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 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 | 9.8 mi away | 19100 Fort St, Riverview, MI, 48193 |
7344790660
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NEWPORT BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 8120 NORTH DIXIE HIGHWAY, NEWPORT, MI, 48166 |
(734) 586-2117
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Ross Medical Education Center-Taylor
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College Vocational | 11.1 mi away | 22311 Eureka Road, Taylor, MI, 48180-6016 |
7343748260
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FLAT ROCK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.3 mi away | 25200 GIBRALTAR ROAD, FLAT ROCK, MI, 48134 |
(734) 782-2430
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Taylor Andrews Academy of Hair Design-Hair Lab Detroit Barber School
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College | 11.5 mi away | 15070 Dix Toledo Road, Southgate, MI, 48195-2615 |
7342588183
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FRENCHTOWN-DIXIE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 2881 NADEAU ROAD, MONROE, MI, 48162 |
(734) 289-1035
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Michigan College of Beauty-Monroe
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College Vocational | 11.8 mi away | 1020 S. Monroe St., Monroe, MI, 48161 |
7342418877
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CARLETON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 1444 KENT STREET, CARLETON, MI, 48117 |
(734) 654-2180
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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 6.0 miles from ZCTA5 48179. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Rockwood village | Village | 1.9 mi | — |
| Rockwood city | City | 2.5 mi | — |
| Estral Beach village | Village | 3.5 mi | — |
| Flat Rock city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| Gibraltar city | City | 5.6 mi | — |
| Stony Point CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 48179. • 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.