Question 1

Is 48071 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 48071 in Madison Heights has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Madison Heights city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 48071 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 48071?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 48071 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 48071. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 48071 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Madison Heights. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 48071?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 48071 is approximately $222K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 48071 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 48071 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 48071 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 48071 has an overall NeighborScore of 68/100, placing it in the moderate range for Madison Heights. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 68/100, 48071 scores similarly to the middle tier of Madison Heights neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Madison Heights — ZIP 48071

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Four Corners Montessori Academy	PK–08	—	—	—
Keys Grace Academy	KG–12	—	—	—
Edmonson Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Hiller Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Page Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
Lamphere High School	09–12	—	—	—
Lessenger Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Simonds Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Madison High School	09–12	—	—	—
Wilkinson Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
Madison District Early Childhood Education Center	PK–KG	—	—	—
Madison Elementary School	PK–06	—	—	—