RentDataNowRentDataNow
ZIP Code · MI

ZIP 48532

Part of Flint, MI
Pop. 18,496·Genesee County·157th most expensive ZIP in Michigan
Median rent (all units)
$1,055/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+5.5%
vs US Median
-$910
Rising (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss 48532 rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
ZIP 48532 · $1,055
More affordable than 97% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$690
1 BR
$810
2 BR
$980
3 BR
$1,210
4 BR+
$1,420
Research median
$980/mo

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

Rent trends

12-month history

Loading…

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$12,660/yr
At $1,055/mo median
Location
CityFlint
StateMI
CountyGenesee County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +5.5% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 48532 (Flint, MI) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
18,496
Median income
$61,998
Median age
40.7
Renters
39.1%
Age distribution
20.8%
24.3%
21.7%
14.9%
18.2%
Under 1820.8%
18–3424.3%
35–5421.7%
55–6414.9%
65+18.2%
Gender
44.7%
55.3%
Male44.7%
Female55.3%
Race & ethnicity
52.3%
39.2%
White52.3%
Black39.2%
Hispanic3.8%
Asian0.7%
Other4.1%
Education (25+)
29.2%
42.2%
19.2%
No HS diploma9.3%
HS diploma29.2%
Some college42.2%
Bachelor's+19.2%
Housing tenure
60.9%
39.1%
Owner60.9%
Renter39.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 48532 in Flint, MI has changed in 5 years

Income
$45,968 → $61,998
up 34.9%
Population
20,219 → 18,496
down 8.5%
Renter share
42% → 39.1%
-2.9 pts
Bachelor's+
20% → 19.2%
-0.8 pts
Median age
39.1 → 40.7
+1.6 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $61,998 today, compared with $45,968 five years earlier. The population has contracted by 8.5% since 2021, moving from about 20,219 residents to roughly 18,496. Renters now make up 39.1% of households, compared with 42% five years ago.

Community

Discussions about ZIP 48532

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

Local insights

Tips for renters in ZIP 48532

About renting in ZIP 48532

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 48532 covers Flint, MI. The median rent here is $1,055/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $810/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $980/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($61,998/yr), ZIP 48532 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 48532?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 48532 (Flint, MI) is $1,055. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 48532 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 48532's median rent of $1,055/mo is $910 (46%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 48532 compare to other ZIPs in Michigan?

ZIP 48532 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Michigan, ranking #157 out of 165 ZIPs at $1,055/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 48532?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $42,000/year (~$20/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,055/mo in ZIP 48532. The local median household income is $61,998/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 48532?

Rent in ZIP 48532 has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 20, 2026.

Is ZIP 48532 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 48532 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,055/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($61,998/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 48532 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 48532 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 39.1% of ZIP 48532 households are renters, while 60.9% are owner-occupied. ZIP 48532 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 48532 compare to the rest of Flint?

ZIP 48532 is pricier than Flint as a whole. At $1,055/mo, it's $86 above the Flint citywide median of $969/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 48532 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 48532 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
20%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,055/mo, rent takes ~20% of ZIP 48532's median household income ($61,998/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 48532 20%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.25%
Compare

How does this area stack up?

Pick another city or ZIP to compare.

Schools nearby

Public schools near ZIP 48532 (Flint, MI)

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for this ZIP.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.