NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 48831

MI · Population: 3,307

B
60/100
69
B
Safety
72
B+
Affordability
68
B
Quality of Life
33
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 48831

Zip code 48831 is located in Michigan and is home to approximately 3,307 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 60/100), 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 $60,395 and home values around $147,700, 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 15.8% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 9.9% 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
$60,395
Home Value
$147,700
Rent
$776/mo
Median Age
43
College Educated
15.8%
Unemployment
9.9%
Owner-Occupied
88.8%
Rent Burden
15.4% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety69BLower crime = higher score
Affordability72B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life68BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy33DLower unemployment = higher
Overall60BWeighted 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).