NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 48421

MI · Population: 6,592

B
62/100
77
B+
Safety
79
B+
Affordability
60
B
Quality of Life
30
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 48421

Zip code 48421 is located in Michigan and is home to approximately 6,592 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 62/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

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

With a median household income of $68,578 and home values around $186,900, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 18.3% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 10.8% 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
$68,578
Home Value
$186,900
Rent
$845/mo
Median Age
48
College Educated
18.3%
Unemployment
10.8%
Owner-Occupied
92.5%
Rent Burden
14.8% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety77B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability79B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life60BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy30DLower unemployment = higher
Overall62BWeighted 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).