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Comprehensive Data Report

East Lansing, MI

ZIP Code 48823

Ingham County

Population
49,713
Median Income
$49,302
Home Value
$247,500
Livability
63/100
Total Population
49,713
Median Household Income
$49,302
Median Home Value
$247,500
Median Rent
$1,099

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Safety score of 46/100 suggests higher crime rates. Consider additional safety precautions.

Median age of 25 years indicates a younger, dynamic community with potential for growth.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
49,713 residents
Median Age
24.5 years
Safety Score
46/100
Below average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
63
Fair
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
100/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
46/100
Education
25/100
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Employment
50/100
Housing
83/100
Weather
69/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

Location Map

East Lansing, MI 48823

Coordinates: 42.7373°, -84.5035°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
89
Lower than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
74
Below avg
Transportation
97
Average
Healthcare
99
Average
Groceries
96
Average
Utilities
98
Average
Overall
89
Below avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
5,063,414,000
Employment Rate
94.8%
Avg. Commute
22 min
Work From Home
8%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Healthcare & Social Assistance
17.9%
Professional Services
15.8%
Manufacturing
12.2%
Education
11.8%
Retail Trade
10.8%
Total Employed
4,799,371,000
Total Unemployed
264,043,000
Unemployment Rate
5.2%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Distribution

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Median Age
24.5 years
Per Capita Income
$38,920
Poverty Rate
30.3%