Forty percent of households had an income under $15,000 last year, compared to 12.5% of households making under that sum nationally, according to CLRSearch. And 18% of the households in the area had an income between $15,000 and $24,999.
Advertisement
The crime rate is extraordinarily high. The murder risk is more than eight times the national average, and the robbery risk is nearly six times the national average, according to CLRSearch.
The zip code is home to the Motown Historical Museum, also known as Hitsville, USA.
Advertisement
It was once home of the Detroit Olympia, where the Detroit Red Wings played until 1979.
But the building was torn down after it sat vacant for years. Here's what the corner looks like today.
Advertisement
There are lots of used car lots.
And auto repair shops. Not surprising, given Detroit's reputation as the car capital of the world.
Advertisement
Home sales are slow in 48208. Fewer than 10 homes in the district have sold every quarter since early 2010.This funeral home is on sale for $185,000, and it's been on the market for nearly three months.
Northwestern High School is the biggest high school in the area, with around 1,230 students. 76% of the student body is eligible for the free/reduced meal program.
The high school, which is the largest in the area, has good sports facilities, including a track and several baseball fields. It's known for producing stellar student athletes, and alumni include TV personality Casey Kasem and Rep. John Conyers.
This is the 48208 post office. Fortunately, it wasn't on a recent list of 10 Detroit locations the USPS is considering closing.
There are also a few restaurants in 48208. Woodbridge Pub, which sources ingredients locally, is just down the street from the Wayne State University football field.
Advertisement
The Yelp reviews say the food at Vicki's BBQ and Shrimp is great, but the location is pretty dangerous.
There's no hospital within 48208's boundaries, but Henry Ford Hospital is located right nearby, in zip code 48202.