NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 48089

MI · Population: 32,509

C
46/100
61
B
Safety
38
D
Affordability
50
C+
Quality of Life
33
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 48089

Zip code 48089 is located in Michigan and is home to approximately 32,509 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 46/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are below the national average, suggesting a relatively safe community.

Housing costs are a challenge in this area, with home values at $106,800 and median rent of $1,137/month against a median income of $50,318. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 10.7% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 10% 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

Median Income
$50,318
Home Value
$106,800
Rent
$1,137/mo
Median Age
34
College Educated
10.7%
Unemployment
10%
Owner-Occupied
54%
Rent Burden
27.1% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety61BLower crime = higher score
Affordability38DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life50C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy33DLower unemployment = higher
Overall46CWeighted 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).