Zip Code 48034
MI · Population: 15,146
About Zip Code 48034
Zip code 48034 is located in Michigan and is home to approximately 15,146 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 55/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.
Crime rates here are below the national average, suggesting a relatively safe community.
The median household income here is $56,351, with home values near $255,800 and rents around $1,252/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.
About 40.4% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.
The unemployment rate of 7.1% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.
Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.
Demographics & Economics
Score Breakdown
| Dimension | Score | Grade | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | 65 | B | Lower crime = higher score |
| Affordability | 43 | C | Lower cost relative to income = higher |
| Quality of Life | 66 | B | Education, commute, ownership |
| Jobs & Economy | 47 | C | Lower unemployment = higher |
| Overall | 55 | C+ | Weighted average |
Methodology
All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).