Interactive charts load automatically as you scroll. Hover for data, click to explore trends, and use the menu to export.

Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 48210 has 27,155 residents and 8,111 households (average 3.34 persons per household). The median age is 28.3 years, significantly younger than the state (40.1) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 51.0% male and 49.0% female, which is slightly higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are Hispanic or Latino (58.1%) and Other / Two or More Races (35.2%, much higher than the state average of 2.2% and well above the national average of 8.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 58.1%, which is much higher than the state average (5.6%), and Other / Two or More Races share is much higher than both the state (2.2%) and national averages (8.4%).

Explore More:Population Over Time By Age & Gender By Race By Gender Nativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.

2020 Population:	27,155Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:	26,722Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:	27,828Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	5,494.7 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$37,838Source: Census ACS

Households:	8,111Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$67,800Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	3.34Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	3.90Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

Line chart of ZIP 48210 population estimates from 2011-2024, with markers for the 2010 and 2020 Decennial Census counts to show growth or decline over time. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Group	2010	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Census ACS Population Estimate	--	29,903	31,141	31,895	31,881	31,557	30,948	30,155	29,930	30,046	29,663	27,127	26,547	26,925	26,722
Decennial Census	31,017	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	27,155	--	--	--	--

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)

Median Age: 28.3

Male Median Age: 27.7

Female Median Age: 28.9

Line chart for ZIP 48210 showing total, male, and female population by age group. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Group	< 5	5-9	10-14	15-19	20-24	25-29	30-34	35-39	40-44	45-49	50-54	55-59	60-64	65-69	70-74	75-79	80-84	85+
Male	1,184	1,387	1,383	1,328	1,089	960	935	934	931	811	722	668	559	403	270	138	73	80
Female	1,230	1,161	1,342	1,187	989	985	973	868	893	792	609	646	508	407	245	165	133	167
Total	2,414	2,548	2,725	2,515	2,078	1,945	1,908	1,802	1,824	1,603	1,331	1,314	1,067	810	515	303	206	247

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Pie Chart & Table Comparison Chart

Population by Race

Pie chart of the racial and ethnic makeup of ZIP 48210. Table below includes counts and percentages. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

White:	8,086	20.83%
Black:	4,741	12.21%
Hispanic:*	15,790	40.67%
Asian:	107	0.28%
American Indian:	545	1.40%
Hawaiian:	2	0.01%
Other:	9,553	24.61%
Total:	38,824	100%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Pie Chart & Table Comparison Chart

Gender Breakdown

Simple chart showing male vs female share of the population in ZIP Code 48210. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Gender	Count	%	Median Age
Males:	13,855	51.02%	27.7 years
Females:	13,300	48.98%	28.9 years
Total:	27,155	100%	28.3 years

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship

Pie chart showing nativity in ZIP 48210. Categories include native residents (born in the United States, Puerto Rico, U.S. Island Areas, or abroad to American parents) and foreign-born residents. A table below lists counts and percentages. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Native, born in the United States:	17,969	67.24%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	1,359	5.09%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	2,805	10.50%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	4,589	27.67%
Total Population:	26,722	100%
Total Native Population:	19,328	72.33%
Total Foreign-born Population:	7,394	27.67%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment

In 2024, the Median household income is $37,838, which is much lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $13,002 (52.4%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $7,696. Family households earn a median of $44,506 versus $27,097 for nonfamily households (a difference of $17,409). By gender, male median income is $42,993 and female is $35,344, which is well under the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $7,649 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 52.8%, which is much lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 10.0%, which is markedly higher than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Production (30.7%).

Explore More:Income Over Time Household Income Employment Status By Occupation

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)

Line chart showing median income in ZIP 48210 from 2011-2024 for five series: household, family, nonfamily, male, and female. The table below lists the yearly values. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Income Type	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Median Household Income	$24,836	$24,571	$24,949	$25,946	$25,482	$26,659	$28,939	$29,007	$30,142	$33,930	$33,711	$36,073	$38,900	$37,838
Median Family Income	$28,110	$26,645	$27,904	$29,822	$28,794	$30,523	$33,050	$33,916	$33,758	$37,970	$39,104	$42,111	$45,123	$44,506
Median NonFamily Income	$17,064	$16,198	$15,322	$14,585	$16,043	$14,847	$17,419	$17,808	$20,425	$26,190	$25,139	$23,934	$27,090	$27,097
Median Male Income	$29,832	$29,929	$30,861	$28,716	$28,167	$29,160	$29,144	$28,473	$29,864	$31,126	$33,119	$36,761	$41,700	$42,993
Median Female Income	$26,211	$25,313	$21,088	$21,973	$21,498	$23,573	$26,471	$27,907	$29,096	$31,082	$31,575	$34,448	$35,913	$35,344

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income

Bar chart showing average household income comparing ZIP 48210, city of Detroit, Wayne County, state of Michigan, and United States national values. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Pie Chart & Table Comparison Chart

Employment Status

Pie chart of employment status for ZIP 48210, showing the shares who are employed, unemployed, and not in the labor force. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Employed:	9,095	47.50%
Unemployed:	1,015	5.30%
Not In Labor Force:	9,039	47.20%
Total:	19,149	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)

Donut Chart showing the distribution of employed civilians aged 16 and over by occupation category: management, service, sales and office, natural resources and construction, and production and transportation. A table with the same data and percentages is provided as well.Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Management, business, science, and arts:	1,366	15.02%
Service:	1,852	20.36%
Sales and Office:	1,589	17.47%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	1,500	16.49%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	2,788	30.65%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	9,095	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability

In 2024, the median home value is $67,800, which is far less than the national median ($303,400), is up $15,900 (30.64%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $33,500. The median gross rent is $976, which is well under the national median ($1,348), is up $238 (32.25%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $190. Of occupied housing, owners make up 58.23% (15.13% with a mortgage, 84.87% free-and-clear) and renters 41.77% - making this ZIP Code higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 20.43%, which is much higher than the national rate (10.43%).

Explore More:Compare Home Value Home Value Over Time Rent & Over Time Housing Occupancy

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Bar chart showing the median home value for ZIP 48210, compared with Detroit, Wayne County, state of Michigan, and the U.S. National Average. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time

Line chart showing median home values for ZIP 48210 across years 2011-2024 using ACS 5-year estimates. The chart displays the typical dollar value of owner-occupied housing units. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Median Home Value	$51,900	$41,500	$31,900	$30,200	$30,000	$28,800	$29,700	$33,200	$34,300	$40,600	$44,100	$54,100	$60,100	$67,800

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid

Pie chart of gross rent for renter-occupied homes in ZIP 48210, showing monthly rent brackets and the share of units in each range. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Less than $500:	261	7.51%
$500 to $999:	1,389	39.96%
$1,000 to $1,499:	1,079	31.04%
$1,500 to $1,999:	179	5.15%
$2,000 to $2,499:	105	3.02%
$2,500 to $2,999:	0	0.00%
$3,000 or more:	0	0.00%
No Rent:	463	13.32%
Total:	3,476	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Line chart displaying median gross rent for ZIP 48210 over the years 2011-2024 using ACS 5-year estimates. The chart represents typical monthly housing costs for renter households. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Median Rent	$738	$762	$758	$697	$725	$726	$722	$731	$786	$800	$826	$924	$968	$976

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy

Pie chart showing housing occupancy for ZIP 48210. Categories include owner-occupied units with a mortgage, owner-occupied units free and clear, and renter-occupied units. A table below lists counts and percentages. Vacant housing units are shown separately in the Vacancy chart. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Owner Occupied (with mortgage):	733	8.81%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	4,112	49.42%
Renter Occupied:	3,476	41.77%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	8,321	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	8,321	79.57%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	2,136	20.43%
Total Housing Units:	10,457	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)

Pie chart showing housing type distribution for ZIP 48210. Categories include single-family units (detached or attached), multi-family units (from 2 units up to 50 or more units), and other structures such as mobile homes or boats/RVs. A table below lists counts and percentages for each group.Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Single-Family Units:	8,365	79.99%
Multi-Family Units:	1,967	18.81%
Other Units:	125	1.20%
Total Housing Units:	10,457	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community

In 2024, 8.80% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 57.60%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 18.30%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 24.80%, which is far lower than the national rate (67.30%). Public coverage is 64.70%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 37.00%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.70%), down 3.40 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 0.10 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (48.29%). College enrollment is 12.49%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

Explore More:Educational Attainment Health Insurance Poverty Over Time School Enrollment

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

Pie chart of educational attainment for adults (25+) in ZIP 48210, including each level from less than 9th grade to graduate/professional. Summary rows show high school or higher and bachelor's or higher. A table lists counts and percentages.Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Less than 9th grade:	2,978	19.92%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	3,368	22.52%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	4,367	29.20%
Some college, no degree:	2,406	16.09%
Associate's degree:	513	3.43%
Bachelor's degree:	989	6.61%
Graduate or professional degree:	332	2.22%
Total:	14,953	100%
High school or higher:	8,607	57.56%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	1,321	8.83%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Pie Chart & Table Comparison Chart

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)

Pie chart illustrating health insurance coverage by type for ZIP Code 48210. Categories include private insurance, public coverage such as Medicare and Medicaid, and individuals with no health insurance. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Private Insurance:	6,616	22.97%
Public Insurance:	17,289	60.02%
No Insurance:	4,900	17.01%
Total:	28,805	100%
Has Health Insurance:	23,905	82.99%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)

Line chart displaying the share of families and people in ZIP 48210 whose income falls below the federal poverty threshold, using ACS 5-year estimates from 2011 through 2024. The chart shows year-to-year changes in the percentage of people in poverty. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
% of People in Poverty	39.4%	42.3%	43.1%	41.7%	43.6%	39.6%	34.0%	34.3%	36.1%	33.6%	33.1%	36.6%	36.0%	37.0%

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Pie Chart showing enrollment of residents ages 3 and older in Nursery School or Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary (grades 1-8), High School (grades 9-12), and College or Graduate School. A table with the same data and percentages is provided as well.Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Nursery School, Preschool:	317	3.77%
Kindergarten:	401	4.77%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	4,063	48.29%
High school (grades 9-12):	2,582	30.69%
College or graduate school:	1,051	12.49%
Total:	8,414	100%
Early Childhood:	718	8.53%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	7,046	83.74%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

City:	Detroit, Michigan
County:	Wayne County
Timezone:	Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:	10:13:32 PM
Population:	27,155 [See All]
Area Code:	313
Classification:	Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:	42.3378, -83.1254
Land Area:	4.942 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/48210/zip-code-48210.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	8,332Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	452Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	8,911Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	8,096Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	234Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	319Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$53,009,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$224,695,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	4,349Source: CBP

CBSA Name:	Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MISource: Census
CBSA Number:	19820Source: Census
CBSA Type:	MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:	Detroit-Dearborn-Livonia, MI (CBSA Div 19804)Source: Census
CBSA Population:	4,296,250Source: Census
MSA:	Detroit-Ann Arbor-Flint, MI CMSASource: Census
Land Area:	4.942 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	--Source: Census

Congressional District:	13Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	184.85 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:	Detroit, MI PMSASource: Census
Intro Date:	< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:	2622000Source: Census
Place Name:	Detroit city; MichiganSource: Census

ZIP Code 48210 in Detroit, MI

Population & Demographics

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)

Population by Race

Gender Breakdown

Nativity & Citizenship

Income & Employment

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)

Average Household Income

Employment Status

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)

Housing & Affordability

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Median Home Value Over Time

Gross Rent Paid

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Housing Occupancy

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)

Education, Health & Community

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Business & Employment Statistics

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes

Schools in ZIP Code 48210

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 48210

Sources & References