ZIP Code 48120 Map, Demographics, More for Dearborn, MI

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ZIP Code 48120

Post Office City:Dearborn, MI (View All Cities)
County: Wayne County
Timezone: Eastern (7:39am)
Area code: 313 (Area Code Map)
Coordinates:42.30, -83.18
ZIP (~3 mile radius)

Cities in ZIP code 48120

The list below includes the cities that the US Post Office accepts for ZIP code 48120. The preferred city may not be the city in which the ZIP is located. The city for 48120 is usually the name of the main post office. When mailing your package or letter, always include the preferred or acceptable cities. Using any city in the list of unacceptable cities may result in delays.

Primary/preferred city:
Dearborn, MI

Stats and Demographics for the 48120 ZIP Code

ZIP code 48120 is located in southeast Michigan and covers a slightly less than average land area compared to other ZIP codes in the United States. It also has a slightly higher than average population density.

The people living in ZIP code 48120 are primarily white. The number of people in their late 20s to early 40s is extremely large while the number of young adults is large. There are also a small number of families and a large number of single adults. The percentage of children under 18 living in the 48120 ZIP code is extremely large compared to other areas of the country.

For more information, see Dearborn, MI households.

Population 8,274
Population Density 2,596 people per sq mi
Housing Units 2,914
Median Home Value $118,900
Land Area 3.19 sq mi
Water Area 0.06 sq mi
Occupied Housing Units 2,610
Median Household Income $48,333

Estimated Population over Time

Total Population by Age

Median Age: 28Male Median Age: 27Female Median Age: 30


MaleFemaleTotal
Under 5433396829
5-9384369753
10-14343313656
15-19430318748
20-24343348691
25-29308334642
30-34280267547
35-39255188443
40-44237156393
45-49177178355
50-54162176338
55-59166184350
60-64175171346
65-69131130261
70-74102100202
75-799087177
80-8464121185
85 Plus101257358

Gender

 Male 4,181 51%
 Female 4,093 49%
Gender

Race

 White 6,685 80.8%
 Black Or African American 937 11.3%
 American Indian Or Alaskan Native 15 0.2%
 Asian 215 2.6%
 Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander 1 0.0%
 Other Race 41 0.5%
 Two Or More Races 380 4.6%
Race

Head of Household by Age


OwnerRenterTotal
15-2418100118
25-3486385471
35-44115359474
45-54152249401
55-64214200414
65-74172106278
75-8412599224
85 Plus72158230

Families vs Singles

 Husband Wife Family Households 1,096 42%
 Single Guardian 501 19%
 Singles 917 35%
 Singles With Roommate 96 4%
Families vs Singles

Households with Kids

Average Household Size: 3
 Households without Kids 1,595 61%
 Households with Kids 1,015 39%
Households with Kids

Children by Age


MaleFemaleTotal
19475169
27674150
39481175
47388161
58374157
69679175
77572147
87371144
95773130
106067127
118062142
126061121
136967136
147456130
159755152
167670146
179868166
187956135
198069149
207570145

Real Estate and Housing

ZIP code 48120 has a slightly less than average percentage of vacancies. The Census also indicates that there are one or more nursing homes nearby.

The majority of household are rented. Homes in ZIP code 48120 were primarily built in 1939 or earlier. Looking at 48120 real estate data, the median home value of $118,900 is slightly less than average compared to the rest of the country. It is also extremely high compared to nearby ZIP codes. So you are less likely to find inexpensive homes in 48120. Rentals in 48120 are most commonly 2 bedrooms. The rent for 2 bedrooms is normally $1,000+/month including utilities. Prices for rental property include ZIP code 48120 apartments, townhouses, and homes that are primary residences.

Housing Type

 In Occupied Housing Units 8,094 98%
 Correctional Facility For Adults 0 0%
 Juvenile Facilities 0 0%
 Nursing Facilities 180 2%
 Other Institutional 0 0%
 College Student Housing 0 0%
 Military Quarters 0 0%
 Other Noninstitutional 0 0%
Housing Type

Year Housing was Built

Housing Occupancy

 Owned Households With A Mortgage 517 18%
 Owned Households Free & Clear 437 15%
 Renter Occupied Households 1,656 57%
 Households Vacant 304 10%
Housing Occupancy

Vacancy Reasons

 For Rent 206 67.8%
 Rented & Unoccupied 16 5.3%
 For Sale Only 17 5.6%
 Sold & Unoccupied 1 0.3%
 For Season Recreational Or Occasional Use 10 3.3%
 For Migrant Workers 0 0.0%
 Vacant For Other Reasons 54 17.8%
Vacancy Reasons

Owner Occupied Home Values

Rental Properties by Number of Rooms

 Studio Apartment 48 3%
 1 Bedroom 380 27%
 2 Bedroom 608 44%
 3+ Bedroom 359 26%
Rental Properties by Number of Rooms

Cost of Monthly Rent Including Utilities

Cost of a Studio Apartment

Cost of a 1 Bedroom

Cost of a 2 Bedroom

Cost of a 3+ Bedroom

Employment, Income, Earnings, and Work

The median household income of $48,333 is slightly less than average compared to the rest of the country. It is also high compared to nearby ZIP codes. So 48120 is likely to be one of the nicer parts of town with a more affluent demographic.

As with most parts of the country, vehicles are the most common form of transportation to places of employment. In most parts of the country, the majority of commuters get to work in under half an hour. More commuters in 48120 get to experience these short commute times than most other ZIP codes. It is very uncommon, compared to the rest of the US, for employees to have to travel more than 45 minutes to their place of employment.

Employment Status

 Worked Full-time with Earnings 1,688 33%
 Worked Part-time with Earnings 1,016 20%
 No Earnings 2,466 48%
Employment Status

Average Household Income over Time

Household Income

Annual Individual Earnings

Sources of Household Income

Percent of Households Receiving Income

Average Income per Household by Income Source

* Only taxable income is reported.

Household Investment Income

Percent of Households Receiving Investment Income

Average Income per Household by Income Source

* Only taxable income is reported.

Household Retirement Income

Percent of Households Receiving Retirement Income

Average Income per Household by Income Source

* Only taxable income is reported.

Source of Earnings

 Worked Full-time with Earnings 1,688 33%
 Worked Part-time with Earnings 1,016 20%
 No Earnings 2,466 48%
Source of Earnings

Means Of Transportation To Work for Workers 16 and Over

 Car, truck, or van 2,046 89%
 Public transportation 0 0%
 Taxicab 0 0%
 Motorcycle 0 0%
 Bicycle, Walked, or Other Means 103 4%
 Worked at Home 145 6%
Means Of Transportation To Work for Workers 16 and Over

Travel Time to Work (In Minutes)

Schools and Education

The percentage of people that did not graduate high school is among the highest in the nation. Despite the lower high school graduation rates, the area has some of the highest percentages of people who attended college of any ZIP.

Educational Attainment For The Population 25 Years And Over

 Less than High School Diploma 1,227 29%
 High School Graduate 1,626 38%
 Associate's degree 291 7%
 Bachelor's degree 626 15%
 Master's degree 317 7%
 Professional school degree 124 3%
 Doctorate degree 63 1%
Educational Attainment For The Population 25 Years And Over

School Enrollment (Ages 3 to 17)

 Enrolled in Public School 1,608 80%
 Enrolled in Private School 122 6%
 Not Enrolled in School 270 14%
School Enrollment (Ages 3 to 17)

Schools in ZIP Code 48120

ZIP Code 48120 is in the Dearborn City School District. There are 2 different elementary schools and high schools with mailing addresses in ZIP code 48120.

Salina Intermediate 4 - 8
2623 Salina St
Dearborn, MI 48120
Grade Level: Middle/Combined or Ungraded
District: Dearborn City School District
Salina Elementary P - 3
2700 Ferney St
Dearborn, MI 48120
Grade Level: Primary/Elementary
District: Dearborn City School District

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