ZIP Code 48203, Michigan
ZIP Code 48203 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 48203 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Wayne County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 20,049. The land area covers 8.21 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,049 | ±1,181 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.4 yrs | ±3.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 8,534 | ±510 | 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 | 13,468 | ±548 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 8,534 | ±510 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4,934 | ±371 |
| Median Home Value | $76,200 | ±$9,900 |
| Median Gross Rent | $801 | ±$124 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $38,404 | ±$5,348 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,294 | ±$3,856 |
| Poverty Rate | 38.2% | ±4.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 7,564 | ±1,004 |
| Unemployment Rate | 16.9% | ±3.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 7,487 | ±659 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 78% | ±3.9% |
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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University of Detroit Mercy
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College | 1.8 mi away | 4001 W McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI, 48221-3038 |
3139931000
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LINCOLN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 1221 EAST SEVEN MILE ROAD, DETROIT, MI, 48203 |
(313) 481-1780
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Metro Detroit Barber College
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College | 2.1 mi away | 7443 W. McNichols, Detroit, MI, 48221-2650 |
3133424400
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PARKMAN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 1766 OAKMAN BOULEVARD, DETROIT, MI, 48238 |
(313) 481-1810
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Sacred Heart Major Seminary
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College | 3.2 mi away | 2701 Chicago Blvd, Detroit, MI, 48206-1799 |
3138838500
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SHERWOOD FOREST BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 7117 WEST SEVEN MILE ROAD, DETROIT, MI, 48221 |
(313) 481-1840
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The Michigan Barber School
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College | 4.1 mi away | 8988-90 Grand River Avenue, Detroit, MI, 48204-2244 |
3138942300
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KNAPP BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 13330 CONANT STREET, DETROIT, MI, 48212 |
(313) 481-1770
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P&A Scholars Beauty School
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College Vocational | 4.1 mi away | 12001 Grandriver Avenue, Detroit, MI, 48204 |
3139339393
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HAMTRAMCK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 2360 CANIFF AVENUE, HAMTRAMCK, MI, 48212 |
(313) 733-6822
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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 DETROIT CITY AP, MI US, located 4.9 miles from ZCTA5 48203. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.4° | 19.8° | 26.1° | 1.45" | — |
| February | 35.0° | 21.0° | 28.0° | 1.41" | — |
| March | 44.9° | 28.4° | 36.6° | 2.02" | — |
| April | 57.6° | 38.6° | 48.1° | 2.82" | — |
| May | 69.5° | 49.8° | 59.7° | 3.49" | — |
| June | 79.2° | 60.2° | 69.7° | 3.10" | — |
| July | 83.5° | 64.9° | 74.2° | 3.22" | — |
| August | 81.4° | 63.7° | 72.5° | 3.10" | — |
| September | 74.3° | 55.8° | 65.1° | 3.09" | — |
| October | 61.4° | 44.7° | 53.0° | 2.30" | — |
| November | 48.2° | 34.4° | 41.3° | 2.16" | — |
| December | 37.2° | 25.8° | 31.5° | 1.73" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Park city | City | 1.2 mi | — |
| Detroit city | City | 2.6 mi | — |
| Hazel Park city | City | 2.8 mi | — |
| Ferndale city | City | 2.9 mi | — |
| Hamtramck city | City | 3.1 mi | — |
| Pleasant Ridge city | City | 4.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 48203. • 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.