ZIP Code 48933 in Lansing, MI

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Lansing, Michigan
County:Ingham County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:7:35:15 PM
Population:2,467 [See All]
Area Code:517
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:42.7314, -84.5539
Land Area:1.046 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 48933 has 2,467 residents and 1,583 households (average 1.53 persons per household). The median age is 32.2 years, significantly younger than the state (40.1) and younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 53.2% male and 46.8% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (55.6%, much lower than the state average of 73.9%) and Black or African American (22.7%, much higher than the state average of 13.7% and well above the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 12.4%, which is higher than the state average (5.6%), and Black or African American share is much higher than the national average (12.4%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:2,467Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:3,349Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:3,552Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:2,358.5 people per sq mile
Average Income:$36,895Source: Census ACS
Households:1,583Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$130,200Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:1.53Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:6.29Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--2,8252,5062,4782,6102,6942,3922,3582,3112,6372,5962,6783,0563,349
Decennial Census2,530------------------2,467------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

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


Median Age: 32.2

Male Median Age: 32.2

Female Median Age: 32.1

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male434249661352451501216556626869604317138
Female443440581641871226569675640715234231811
Total87768912429943227218613412311810814011277403119
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:1,37155.17%
Black:56022.54%
Hispanic:*30512.27%
Asian:1054.23%
American Indian:351.41%
Hawaiian:10.04%
Other:1084.35%
Total:2,485100%
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.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:1,31253.18%32.2 years
Females:1,15546.82%32.1 years
Total:2,467100%32.2 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:2,82484.32%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:60.18%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:1584.72%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:36115.50%
Total Population:3,349100%
Total Native Population:2,83084.50%
Total Foreign-born Population:51915.50%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 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 2023, the Median household income is $36,895, which is much lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $22,957 (164.7%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $1,194. Family households earn a median of $65,848 versus $32,533 for nonfamily households (a difference of $33,315). By gender, male median income is $53,900 and female is $56,215, which is far above the state female median ($51,279), with a current gap of $2,315 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 71.6%, which is markedly above the state rate (61.4%). The unemployment rate is 4.5%, which is generally lower than the state rate (5.8%). The largest occupation group is Management (55.9%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

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


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$13,938$16,473$14,817$15,192$16,861$20,061$19,970$26,008$35,701$31,131$31,313$35,023$36,895
Median Family Income$22,697$25,492$17,153$25,078$14,796$21,359$21,944$22,328$24,088$34,464$32,721$58,958$65,848
Median NonFamily Income$9,912$13,485$11,954$12,120$16,094$18,287$17,543$25,449$37,073$29,551$31,150$33,684$32,533
Median Male Income$32,128$34,797$36,786$35,063$37,644$40,151$41,013$41,847$44,815$44,500$46,151$48,309$53,900
Median Female Income$27,468$27,047$27,330$32,827$27,467$40,357$42,969$44,167$45,044$49,697$50,135$53,477$56,215
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:2,02968.41%
Unemployed:953.20%
Not In Labor Force:84228.39%
Total:2,966100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

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


Management, business, science, and arts:1,13555.94%
Service:22210.94%
Sales and Office:41520.45%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:281.38%
Production, transportation, and material moving:22911.29%
Total Civilian Employed Population:2,029100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $130,200, which is far less than the national median ($303,400), is up $51,600 (65.65%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $14,700. The median gross rent is $919, which is much lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $286 (45.18%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $168. Of occupied housing, owners make up 9.20% (66.48% with a mortgage, 33.52% free-and-clear) and renters 90.80% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 9.03%, which is considerably lower than the state rate (12.16%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$78,600$86,700$85,300$137,500$123,800$121,500$106,800$111,500$115,500$115,700$114,700$133,300$130,200
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:32318.60%
$500 to $999:72141.51%
$1,000 to $1,499:48227.75%
$1,500 to $1,999:18610.71%
$2,000 to $2,499:251.44%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:00.00%
Total:1,737100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$633$642$631$614$633$638$673$701$751$709$756$825$919
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):1176.12%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):593.08%
Renter Occupied:1,73790.80%
Total Occupied Housing Units:1,913100%

Occupied Housing Units:1,91390.97%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1909.03%
Total Housing Units:2,103100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

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


Single-Family Units:28813.69%
Multi-Family Units:1,81586.31%
Other Units:00.00%
Total Housing Units:2,103100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 35.10% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is on par with the state rate (31.80%). High school or higher is 87.80%, which is on par with the state rate (91.90%). The uninsured rate is 3.70%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 50.50%, which is well above the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 19.80%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 26.90 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 18.70 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (58.49%). College enrollment is 58.49%, which is markedly above the state rate (26.60%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:502.45%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:1999.76%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):39819.52%
Some college, no degree:53226.09%
Associate's degree:1447.06%
Bachelor's degree:44721.92%
Graduate or professional degree:26913.19%
Total:2,039100%
High school or higher:1,79087.79%
Bachelor's degree or higher:71635.12%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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


Private Insurance:1,78149.54%
Public Insurance:1,69147.04%
No Insurance:1233.42%
Total:3,595100%
Has Health Insurance:3,47296.58%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty46.7%41.5%50.7%46.6%59.1%43.2%38.1%39.6%38.5%26.3%45.2%30.2%19.8%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 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)


Nursery School, Preschool:171.65%
Kindergarten:70.68%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):21120.47%
High school (grades 9-12):19318.72%
College or graduate school:60358.49%
Total:1,031100%
Early Childhood:242.33%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):41139.86%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 48933 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 390 business establishments, employing about 6,853 people with an annual payroll of $774,474,000. USPS data shows 2,322 residential mailboxes and 727 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:2,322Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:727Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:3,049Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:628Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:1,571Source: USPS
# of Businesses:390Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$201,745,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$774,474,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:6,853Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 48933 is located in Ingham County, Michigan, within the Lansing-East Lansing, MI Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 29620) and Michigan's 7th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 470,434 people, about 0.52% of whom live in ZIP Code 48933. It covers 1.046 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.052 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Lansing-East Lansing, MISource: Census
CBSA Number:29620Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:470,434Source: Census
MSA:Lansing-East Lansing, MI MSASource: Census
Land Area:1.046 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.052 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:07Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:4227.73 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:2646000Source: Census
Place Name:Lansing city; MichiganSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


48937 | | 48930

Schools in ZIP Code 48933


We could not locate which school district 48933 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are 1 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

The Early College Lansing Community College 430 N Capitol Ave Suite 118
Lansing, MI 48933
Emanuel Lutheran School 1001 N Capitol Ave
Lansing, MI 48906
District: Private SchoolNearby
Resurrection School 1527 E Michigan Ave
Lansing, MI 48912
District: Private SchoolNearby
Montessori Childrens House 2100 W Saint Joseph St
Lansing, MI 48915
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 48933


Western Michigan University-Thomas M. Cooley Law School 300 S Capitol Ave
Lansing, MI 48933
Type: Post Secondary
Davenport University-Lansing Location 200 S. Grand Ave
Lansing, MI 48933-2197
Type: Post Secondary
Lansing Community College 610 N Capitol Ave
Lansing, MI 48933
Type: Post Secondary
Career Quest Learning Centers-Lansing 3215 S. Pennsylvania Avenue
Lansing, MI 48910
Type: Post Secondary
Ross Medical Education Center-Lansing 4106 W Saginaw Hwy
Lansing, MI 48917
Type: Post Secondary
Douglas J Aveda Institute 331 East Grand River Ave
East Lansing, MI 48823
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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