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ZIP 48238

Part of Detroit, MI
Pop. 24,731·Wayne County·143rd most expensive ZIP in Michigan
Median rent (all units)
$1,194/mo
Year-over-Year
+11.4%
Month-over-Month
-2.0%
vs US Median
-$771
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ZIP 48238 · $1,194
More affordable than 92% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$830
1 BR
$920
2 BR
$1,160
3 BR
$1,420
4 BR+
$1,540
Research median
$1,160/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$14,328/yr
At $1,194/mo median
Location
StateMI
CountyWayne County
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Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 11.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+11.4% YoY, -2.0% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 48238 (Detroit, MI) is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
24,731
Median income
$33,315
Median age
36
Renters
53%
Age distribution
26.7%
21.8%
24.1%
12.1%
15.3%
Under 1826.7%
18–3421.8%
35–5424.1%
55–6412.1%
65+15.3%
Gender
49.4%
50.6%
Male49.4%
Female50.6%
Race & ethnicity
93.9%
White1.3%
Black93.9%
Hispanic0.7%
Other4%
Education (25+)
15.8%
32.2%
38.5%
13.5%
No HS diploma15.8%
HS diploma32.2%
Some college38.5%
Bachelor's+13.5%
Housing tenure
47%
53%
Owner47%
Renter53%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 48238 in Detroit, MI has changed in 5 years

Income
$28,701 → $33,315
up 16.1%
Population
24,927 → 24,731
down 0.8%
Renter share
51.9% → 53%
+1.1 pts
Bachelor's+
12% → 13.5%
+1.5 pts
Median age
36.6 → 36
-0.6 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $28,701 to $33,315 across the same window, up 16.1% versus 2021.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 48238 covers Detroit, MI. The median rent here is $1,194/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $920/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,160/mo.

At 43% of local median household income ($33,315/yr), ZIP 48238 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 11.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 48238?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 48238 (Detroit, MI) is $1,194. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 48238 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 48238's median rent of $1,194/mo is $771 (39%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 48238 compare to other ZIPs in Michigan?

ZIP 48238 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Michigan, ranking #143 out of 165 ZIPs at $1,194/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 48238?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $48,000/year (~$23/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,194/mo in ZIP 48238. The local median household income is $33,315/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 48238?

Rent in ZIP 48238 has increased 11.4% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 48238 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 48238 is considered stretched for renters. At $1,194/mo, rent takes approximately 43% of the local median household income ($33,315/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 48238 significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

What percentage of ZIP 48238 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 53% of ZIP 48238 households are renters, while 47% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 48238 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 48238 compare to the rest of Detroit?

ZIP 48238 is more affordable than Detroit overall. At $1,194/mo, it's $162 below the Detroit citywide median of $1,356/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 48238 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 48238 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
43%
STRETCHED

At $1,194/mo, rent takes ~43% of ZIP 48238's median household income ($33,315/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 48238 43%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.25%
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