Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in 48079, MI

The map below shows majority race by area in 48079, as self-identified on the US census. Darker shades indicate a larger racial majority in that neighborhood. This page also contains data and maps on 48079 racial diversity and diversity scores. Click here to scroll to diversity data.

48079, MI map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in 48079 overall is white, making up 94.2% of residents. The next most-common racial group is other at 2.2%. There are more white people in the east areas of the zip. People who identify as other are most likely to be living in the west places. The data below shows how many people identify themselves as each of the following races, which most Americans base on their family's national origin:

Race in 48079
Race
48079, MI Population
White
94.2%
Hispanic
2.0%
Black
0.7%
Asian
0.9%
Native American
0.0%
Other
2.2%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
48079, MI Population
White
94.2%
Hispanic
2.0%
Black
0.7%
Asian
0.9%
Native American
0.0%
Other
2.2%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for 48079, MI

The map below shows diversity in 48079. Areas in green are more diverse, while areas in red are much less diverse. Diversity, in this case, means a mixture of people with different race and ethnicity living close to one another. For example, all-black and all-white areas in the zip would both be considered lacking diversity.

48079, MI map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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48079 Diversity Score

27

With a diversity score of 27 out of 100, 48079 is less diverse than other US zip codes. The most diverse area within 48079's proper boundaries is to the central of the zip. The least diverse areas are located in the east parts of 48079.

Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis. Special thanks to the University of Virginia.

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