ZIP Code 48217: Detroit, MI
ZIP code 48217 is assigned to Detroit in 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 has 52 ZIP codes in our directory, and Wayne County has 98.
Michigan has 1,198 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 48218 in River Rouge, about 0.9 mi to the east.
| ZIP code | 48217 |
|---|---|
| Place | Detroit |
| County | Wayne County |
| State | Michigan |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 42.2719 |
| Longitude | -83.1545 |
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Map of ZIP Code 48217
Map centred on 42.2719, -83.1545. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Detroit, Michigan
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ZIP Codes Near 48217
These 16 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 48217, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 48217, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- River Rouge – 0.9 mi east
- Ecorse – 1.4 mi south
- Melvindale – 1.6 mi northwest
- Dearborn – 2.4 mi northwest
- Lincoln Park – 2.5 mi southwest
- Allen Park – 3.1 mi west
- Wyandotte – 4.4 mi south
- Garden City – 4.7 mi west
- Southgate – 5.2 mi southwest
- Taylor – 6.4 mi southwest
- Dearborn Heights – 6.5 mi west
- Livonia – 7.7 mi northwest
Schools Near Detroit
If you are moving to ZIP code 48217, check with the education authority that serves Detroit, Wayne County which schools cover your street address.
Looking at nearby areas such as River Rouge, Ecorse and Melvindale widens the choice of state, private and international schools. The links below open live Google Maps results centred on this location.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Detroit, then zoom out to find larger parks, trails and nature areas in the wider Michigan area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Detroit can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby River Rouge, Ecorse and Melvindale.
Shopping and Dining in Detroit
For places to eat and shop near ZIP code 48217, the searches below show up-to-date listings around this location.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Detroit, Michigan can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Wayne County 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 in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline 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 (“YzermanMichiganSportsHOF”): Dave Hogg from Royal Oak, MI, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“LincolnPlant1923”): Ford Motor Company, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“St. Agnes Church-Detroit, MI -flickr12days (7407491476)”): Mike Boening Photography from Detroit, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Schroeder Paint and Glass Detroit (7877701550)”): Mike Boening Photography from Detroit, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“Chene @ Ferry Bus Stop - panoramio”): Keen Kris, 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.
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