ZIP Code 48238: Detroit, Michigan
ZIP code 48238 is assigned to Detroit, Michigan, and lies within Wayne County. Its reference point is at latitude 42.3959 and longitude -83.1411 (42°23'45.2"N 83°08'28.0"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 48238
Detroit, MI has 52 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 48238, 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 48204 in Detroit, MI, about 2.1 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 48238 |
|---|---|
| City | Detroit |
| County | Wayne County |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| Latitude | 42.3959 |
| Longitude | -83.1411 |
| DMS | 42°23'45.2"N 83°08'28.0"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 48204 (Detroit, 2.1 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 48238
Map centered on 42.3959, -83.1411. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Detroit, MI
Video: Detroit, MI
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ZIP Codes Near 48238
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 48238, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 48238, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Highland Park, MI (2.7 mi northeast), Hamtramck, MI (4.3 mi east) and Ferndale, MI (4.3 mi north). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Highland Park, MI – 2.7 mi northeast
- Hamtramck, MI – 4.3 mi east
- Ferndale, MI – 4.3 mi north
- Dearborn, MI – 4.7 mi southwest
- Hazel Park, MI – 5.0 mi northeast
- Pleasant Ridge, MI – 5.2 mi north
Schools Near Detroit, MI
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 48238 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Detroit and Wayne County.
Searching nearby communities such as Highland Park and Hamtramck can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 48238.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Detroit, MI are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 48238.
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 48238 may also use facilities in nearby Highland Park, Hamtramck and Ferndale.
Shopping and Dining in Detroit
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 48238 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
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 48238.
To research local history, try searching for Wayne County records and archives along with the name Detroit.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 48238, Highland Park lies about 2.7 mi to the northeast, Hamtramck lies about 4.3 mi to the east, Ferndale lies about 4.3 mi to the north, Dearborn lies about 4.7 mi to the southwest and Hazel Park lies about 5.0 mi to the northeast. 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 48238
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Blight Elimination Program kick-off event in Detroit (10538963196)”): U.S. Department of the Treasury, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Vice President Joe Biden (7885560258)”): Kelly Kline from Cologne, Germany, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Flying Over Detroit”): Alexandre Ultré, CC BY-SA 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 48238 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.