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Detroit, MI Demographics & ZIP Codes

Detroit, Michigan demographics and median household income by ZIP code (in Wayne County) — 31 ZIP codes — population 717,768 — median income $40,961 — avg....

ZIP codes
31
Population
717,768
Median household income (avg.)
$40,961
55% of U.S. median
Average home value
$117,383
34% of U.S. median
Average rent
$781
67% of U.S. median
Median age (avg.)
35.8
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Detroit demographics

Detroit, Michigan covers 31 ZIP codes primarily in Wayne County, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 717,768.

Across ZIP codes with age data, the average median age is about 35.8 years.

Median household income in Detroit

The average median household income across ZIP codes in Detroit, Michigan is about $40,961 — about 42% below the MI ZIP average ($70,414), and about 45% below the U.S. median ($75,149).

Among ZIPs with income data, 48226 is near the top at about $69,813, while 48201 is near the bottom at about $24,392.

Housing in Detroit

For housing in Detroit, Michigan, the average median home value is about $117,383 and the average median rent is about $781.

The most populous ZIP in this set is 48228 (about 52,719 residents). Use the table below to compare population, income, and home values across codes.

ZIP codes in Detroit

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CityCountyState
48228DetroitWayne CountyMI52,719$31,485$55,100
48235DetroitWayne CountyMI46,960$41,011$79,400
48219DetroitWayne CountyMI45,788$43,882$84,500
48212DetroitWayne CountyMI42,587$37,293$98,200
48221DetroitWayne CountyMI41,750$55,583$138,700
48227DetroitWayne CountyMI39,474$36,221$70,900
48224DetroitWayne CountyMI38,771$42,963$77,900
48239DetroitWayne CountyMI37,039$69,373$145,900
48205DetroitWayne CountyMI32,466$40,612$55,700
48234DetroitWayne CountyMI32,406$36,473$57,100
48209DetroitWayne CountyMI27,534$42,152$82,800
48210DetroitWayne CountyMI26,925$38,900$60,100
48238DetroitWayne CountyMI24,569$30,286$58,700
48223DetroitWayne CountyMI24,262$42,324$87,700
48203DetroitWayne CountyMI20,472$35,108$76,100
48207DetroitWayne CountyMI20,068$44,561$193,800
48213DetroitWayne CountyMI19,869$33,755$52,100
48204DetroitWayne CountyMI19,723$32,875$53,600
48214DetroitWayne CountyMI19,014$34,807$120,500
48240DetroitWayne CountyMI17,097$57,970$120,700
48206DetroitWayne CountyMI16,447$43,702$102,300
48202DetroitWayne CountyMI14,792$36,536$193,700
48201DetroitWayne CountyMI14,327$24,392$401,500
48215DetroitWayne CountyMI10,238$33,741$105,400
48208DetroitWayne CountyMI7,904$29,742$186,700
48226DetroitWayne CountyMI6,893$69,813$307,700
48217DetroitWayne CountyMI6,437$46,671$45,100
48216DetroitWayne CountyMI5,681$42,278$225,300
48211DetroitWayne CountyMI5,556$33,347$66,900
48233DetroitWayne CountyMI———
48243DetroitWayne CountyMI———

Frequently asked questions

What are the demographics of Detroit?

Detroit, Michigan has a combined ZIP-area population of about 717,768 across 31 ZIP codes (primarily Wayne County). Browse the ZIP table below for population, income, and housing by code.

What is the median household income in Detroit?

The average median household income across ZIP codes in Detroit, Michigan is about $40,961, about 42% below the state ZIP average ($70,414), and about 45% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $117,383. Among ZIPs with data, 48226 is near the top ($69,813) and 48201 is near the bottom ($24,392).

How many ZIP codes are in Detroit?

Detroit, Michigan includes 31 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.

Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Detroit?

This page lists ZIP codes in Detroit, Michigan with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.