ZIP Code 48217: Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI uses ZIP code 48217, which falls within Wayne County, Michigan. Its reference point is at latitude 42.2719 and longitude -83.1545 (42°16'18.8"N 83°09'16.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 48217
Detroit, MI has 52 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 48217, they include 48201, 48202, 48204, 48205, 48206, 48207, 48208, 48209 and 43 more.
Across Wayne County there are 98 ZIP codes listed, and Michigan has 1,198 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 48218 in River Rouge, MI, about 0.9 mi to the east.
| ZIP code | 48217 |
|---|---|
| City | Detroit |
| County | Wayne County |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| Latitude | 42.2719 |
| Longitude | -83.1545 |
| DMS | 42°16'18.8"N 83°09'16.2"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 48218 (River Rouge, 0.9 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 48217
Map centered on 42.2719, -83.1545. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 48217
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 48217, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 48217, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are River Rouge, MI (0.9 mi east), Ecorse, MI (1.4 mi south) and Melvindale, MI (1.6 mi northwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- River Rouge, MI – 0.9 mi east
- Ecorse, MI – 1.4 mi south
- Melvindale, MI – 1.6 mi northwest
- Belleville, MI – 2.2 mi south
- Dearborn, MI – 2.2 mi south
- Garden City, MI – 2.2 mi south
- Livonia, MI – 2.2 mi south
Schools Near Detroit, MI
If you are moving to ZIP code 48217, check the school district serving Detroit and Wayne County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as River Rouge and Ecorse can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 48217.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Detroit. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 48217 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Detroit, MI can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 48217 may also use facilities in nearby River Rouge, Ecorse and Melvindale.
Shopping and Dining in Detroit
For places to eat and shop near Detroit, MI, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 48217.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Detroit, Michigan can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 48217.
To research local history, try searching for Wayne County records and archives along with the name Detroit.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 48217, River Rouge lies about 0.9 mi to the east, Ecorse lies about 1.4 mi to the south, Melvindale lies about 1.6 mi to the northwest, Belleville lies about 2.2 mi to the south and Dearborn lies about 2.2 mi to the south. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Detroit show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 48217
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Bus stop for Detroit Metro Airport - panoramio”): ohcuma.chengi, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Bus schedule for route 125 of SMART bus - panoramio”): ohcuma.chengi, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Detroit Michigan Travel Guide 4K” by Island Hopper TV, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Photos are shown from their original source under the licenses listed. They were taken near this ZIP code's reference point and may show neighboring areas.
Data for ZIP code 48217 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.