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Zip Code 48234

MI · Population: 32,402

D
36/100
57
C+
Safety
22
F
Affordability
47
C
Quality of Life
19
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 48234

Zip code 48234 is located in Michigan and is home to approximately 32,402 residents. It receives an overall grade of D (score: 36/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

Housing costs are a challenge in this area, with home values at $51,200 and median rent of $927/month against a median income of $35,667. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 10.4% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 17% 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
$35,667
Home Value
$51,200
Rent
$927/mo
Median Age
34
College Educated
10.4%
Unemployment
17%
Owner-Occupied
52.3%
Rent Burden
31.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety57C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability22FLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life47CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy19FLower unemployment = higher
Overall36DWeighted 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).