Inkster, MI — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Wayne County · Michigan
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Inkster based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
25,602
2023 ACS
Median Income
$39,632
2023
Median Home Value
$75,700
2023
Median Rent
$1,127
2023
Median Age
34.4
Unemployment
12.8%
Cost of Living Index
84.4
100 = national avg
Inkster is a city in Wayne County, Michigan, with a population of 25,602 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Inkster is one of the communities in Michigan.
The median household income in Inkster is $39,632, and the median home value is $75,700. The cost of living index is 84.4 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,127 per month. The unemployment rate is 12.8%, and the median age is 34.4 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
25,602
Male
12,241
47.8%
Female
13,361
52.2%
Median Age
34.4
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
7.8%
High School or Higher
33.4%
Foreign Born
4.9%
Veterans
2.4%
Married
21.2%
Avg Household Size
2.7
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.440
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Black
72.4%
Foreign Born
4.9%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
2.2%
558 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
97.8%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
23,746
English Only
91.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Arabic
735 speakers
Limited English
2.9%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
97.1%
Limited English Proficiency
2.9%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
619
2.4% of population
Disability Rate
25.0%
155 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$51,793
Unemployment Rate
4.0%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
576
93.1%
Female Veterans
43
6.9%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$51,793
Non-Veteran Income
$24,153
Difference
$27,640
114.4% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
155
Without Disability
464
Disability Rate
25.0%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
6,313
#1 Ancestry
Sub-Saharan African
6.1% (1,555)
#2 Ancestry
Arab
3.4% (880)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
2.7% (698)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
9,569
Family Households
5,654
59.1%
Married Couples
1,969
20.6%
Non-Family Households
3,915
40.9%
Single Mother Households
2,958
30.9%
Single Father Households
727
7.6%
Living Alone
3,358
35.1%
Children Under 18
Total Children
5,512
In Married Couple
1,287
23.3%
With Single Mother
3,718
67.5%
With Single Father
507
9.2%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$51,703
Married Couple Income
$68,188
Single Mother Income
$39,274
Single Father Income
$36,511
Avg Family Size
2.7
Avg Non-Family Size
2.7
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
796
Grandparents Responsible
229
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$39,632
-46% vs national
Per Capita Income
$24,774
-33% vs national
Poverty Rate
36.3%
+167% vs national
Gini Index
0.5365
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
12.8%
+146% vs national
SNAP Recipients
32.8%
of households
How Inkster Compares
Inkster vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Inkster is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Inkster, MI has a median household income of $39,632, making it the 25,362nd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Inkster has a higher median household income than 10% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Inkster, MI has a per capita income of $24,774, making it the 22,584th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Inkster has a higher per capita income than 20% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Inkster, MI has a poverty rate of 36.3%, making it the 1,838th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Inkster has a higher poverty rate than 94% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Inkster, MI has a unemployment rate of 12.8%, making it the 2,570th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Inkster has a higher unemployment rate than 92% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Inkster. The median household income here is $39,632.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
12.8%
+129% vs MI avg
Labor Force
11,367
Employed
9,886
Mean Commute
25 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
7.8%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
33.4%
of adults 25+
Median Age
34.4
Work from Home
7.3%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$124.8K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
84.4
100 = national avg
-15.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,126
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$87,753
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,122
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,411
per month
The median household income in Inkster, MI is $39,632, which is 45.9% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $24,774. The poverty rate of 36.3% is higher than the MI state average of 14.1%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5365, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 12.8%, compared to the state average of 5.6%. The labor force is 11,367. 7.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 25 minutes, with 7.3% working from home. About 74.9% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 84.4, which is 15.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 93.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,126 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$130,000
Median List Price
$125,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$79
Days on Market
19
Active Inventory
62
Months of Supply
4.4
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$105,078
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,265
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
28.6%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
19.1%
Sale-to-List Ratio
96.7%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
14
New Listings
25
Pending Sales
21
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$79
Median List $/SF
$104
Inkster vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Inkster is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Inkster, MI has a median home value of $75,700, making it the 25,382nd highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Inkster has a higher median home value than 9% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Inkster, MI has a median rent of $1,127, making it the 7,656th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Inkster has a higher median rent than 66% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Inkster, MI has a price per square foot of $79, making it the 18,465th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Inkster has a higher price per square foot than 11% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Inkster, MI has a rent burden of 34.1%, making it the 625th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Inkster has a higher rent burden than 97% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$75,700
Median Rent
$1,127
Total Housing Units
11,497
Vacancy Rate
16.8%
Owner Occupied
45.8%
Renter Occupied
54.2%
Median Property Tax
$1,814
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$709
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,814
per year
Effective Tax Rate
2.40%
of home value
Median Home Value
$75,700
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,366
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,814) by the median home value ($75,700). In Inkster, MI, this works out to an effective rate of 2.40%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Inkster, MI is $130,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 19 days on the market. 28.6% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 4.4 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $79. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,265/month. About 45.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1957. There are 11,497 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,814. The effective tax rate is 2.40%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
10.79
per 1,000 residents
+315% vs national
Property Crime Rate
18.67
per 1,000 residents
+9% vs national
Total Crimes
729
2024
Violent Clearance
36%
cases solved
Property Clearance
5%
cases solved
YoY Change
+4.9%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Inkster Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Inkster vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Inkster is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Inkster police solve 40% of aggravated assault cases but only 0% of murder cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 3 | 0.12 | 0.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 28 | 1.13 | 17.9% |
| Robbery | Violent | 29 | 1.17 | 24.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 206 | 8.32 | 39.8% |
| Burglary | Property | 107 | 4.32 | 12.1% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 233 | 9.41 | 4.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 122 | 4.93 | 0.8% |
Inkster, MI reported 267 violent crimes and 462 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 10.79 per 1,000 residents is 314.9% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 36% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 233 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 45.1% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 267 | 462 | 10.79 | 18.67 |
| 2023 | 260 | 536 | 10.28 | 21.19 |
| 2022 | 280 | 478 | 11.00 | 18.78 |
| 2021 | 361 | 427 | 15.04 | 17.79 |
| 2020 | 322 | 550 | 13.32 | 22.75 |
| 2019 | 243 | 595 | 10.01 | 24.52 |
| 2018 | 259 | 659 | 10.64 | 27.08 |
| 2017 | 355 | 663 | 14.59 | 27.26 |
| 2016 | 323 | 725 | 13.16 | 29.53 |
| 2015 | 300 | 896 | 12.17 | 36.34 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
99.0
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
98.6
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
76.1
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
58.7
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
17
Public Assistance
$309.8M
Individual Assistance
$317.1M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
6 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Flood | Feb 2024 | — | $167.3M |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes → | Severe Storm | Jul 2021 | $35.8M | $77.2M |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $261.7M | $9.6M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Sep 2014 | $7.4M | $51.6M |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $281K | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jun 2004 | — | $11.4M |
| Power Outage → | Other | Sep 2003 | $2.3M | — |
| Snow → | Snow | Jan 2001 | $17K | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Oct 2000 | — | — |
| Mi - Severe Weather 1/2 /99 → | Snowstorm | Jan 1999 | $2.3M | — |
| Severe Storms and High Winds → | Severe Storm | Aug 1998 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes,and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jul 1997 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Sep 1980 | — | — |
| Blizzards & Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Jan 1978 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Icing & Floodi… → | Severe Storm | Mar 1976 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Apr 1973 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Dec 1972 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Unknown | — | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
2,879
Total Claims Paid
$13,517,135
Avg Claim Payout
$4,695
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
56
Federal Funding
$14,038,327
Properties Protected
49
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.10
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 401.1: Water and Sanitary Sewer System Protective Measures | 16 | $8,056,342 |
| 600.1: Warning Systems (as a Component of a Planned, Adopted, and Exercised Risk Reduction Plan) | 9 | $459,712 |
| 601.1: Generators | 4 | $1,155,260 |
| 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine | 4 | $312,375 |
| 602.1: Other Equipment Purchase and Installation | 3 | $171,801 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Inkster has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are cold wave, strong wind, tornado. The area has had 17 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (6 declarations). 2,879 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $309,827,326 in public assistance recovery funding. $317,065,082 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 56 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
46.3%
10.2pp above the national average
Depression Rate
24.7%
1.2pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
19.2%
7.3pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.0%
near the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
34.9%
Arthritis
31.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
24.6%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
24.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.7%
Loneliness
37.3%
Lack of Support
32.9%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
42.4%
Mobility
23.1%
Cognitive
20.8%
Hearing
6.6%
Vision
11.0%
Self-Care
8.7%
Independent Living
15.9%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Inkster has an obesity rate of 46.3%, which is 10.2pp above the national average. The depression rate is 24.7%, 1.2pp above the national average. About 11.0% of adults lack health insurance. 81.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
1.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.4 mi
Garden City Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garden City Hospital | 2.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Walter P Reuther Psychiatric Hospital | 2.6 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Beaumont Hospital - Dearborn | 3.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Metropolitan Behavioral Health | 3.7 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Corewell Health Wayne Hospital | 4.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
25,076
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| INKSTER | 25,076 | 0 |
There are 1 water system serving the area.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
25 min
+5% vs national
Drive Alone
74.9%
-5% vs national
Public Transit
3.7%
+309% vs national
Work From Home
7.3%
-22% vs national
Carpool
9.9%
Walk / Bike
0.9%
combined
How Inkster's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
3
2023
6-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Inkster, MI is 25 minutes, which is 4.7% above the national average of 23 minutes. 74.9% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 7.3% work from home, which is below the MI state average of 9.1%. Public transit is used by 3.7% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 9.9% of workers carpool. In 2023, there were 3 traffic fatalities from 3 fatal crashes. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
90.2%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
63.5%
of households
No Internet
7.4%
of households
Total Households
9,569
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
93.8%
of households
Smartphone
86.3%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
66.4%
of households
Tablet
49.1%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
19.3¢
per kWh
+1% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Commercial Rate
14.0¢
per kWh
-9% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.3¢
per kWh
-30% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$119
residential
-19% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
13% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Michigan averages 19.3¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $119. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Inkster vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (10,000 - 25,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
25,076
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| INKSTER | Community | Purchased surface water | 25,076 | 0 |
90.2% of households in Inkster have broadband internet access. 63.5% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 19.1% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 7.4% of households have no internet access. 19.1% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 25,076 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Inkster is located in Wayne County, MI. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Inkster.
Election Overview
Source: Wayne County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
537,032
62.7%
GOP Votes
288,860
33.7%
Total Votes
856,511
Margin
D+29.0%
Shift from 2020
R+9.2pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 537,032 | 288,860 | 856,511 | 62.7% | 33.7% | D+29.0 |
| 2020 | 597,170 | 264,553 | 872,469 | 68.5% | 30.3% | D+38.1 |
| 2016 | 517,842 | 228,908 | 775,450 | 66.8% | 29.5% | D+37.3 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Wayne County recorded 856,511 total votes. Democrats won the county with 62.7% of the vote compared to 33.7% for Republicans, a margin of D+29.0%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+9.2pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Wayne County has shifted 8.3 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
100
Total Assets
$54.4M
Total Income
$83.5M
Per 10K Residents
39.1
nonprofits
-64.6% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
5
Median Assets
$61K
Oldest Active
1946
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $54.3M of $54.4M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 10,000 - 25,000
Largest Nonprofits in Inkster
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFInkster, MI has 100 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $54.4M. The most common category is Human Services, with 21 organizations. 5 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 39.1 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1946.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
89
Total Approved
$16.3M
Jobs Supported
508
Per 10K Residents
34.8
SBA loans
-63.7% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
21
Top Lender
The Huntington National Bank
25 loans
Top Industry
Retail Trade
Data Span
1995–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
86
Total Amount
$15.4M
Avg Loan
$178,791
Median Loan
$80,000
SBA Guaranteed
$11.0M(72%)
Jobs Supported
472
Loans
3
Total Amount
$939K
Avg Loan
$313,000
Median Loan
$311,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
16
18% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$3.5M
21% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$217,063
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 10,000 - 25,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Midwest Unity Inc | 3 | $1.6M |
| Alwidad Capital Inc | 1 | $1.3M |
| Plasteel Corporation | 3 | $1.0M |
| Miaad & Nihad Investment Llc | 1 | $961K |
| Market Center Inc. | 1 | $858K |
| Motor City Auto Wash Inc. | 1 | $730K |
| Gold Wind Logistics Llc | 1 | $700K |
| Paradise Prescho | 2 | $626K |
| Peterson & Company and L & H Peterson Realty Llc as Co-borrowers | 1 | $600K |
| C. Sweet Pastry Llc | 1 | $600K |
Inkster, MI has received 89 SBA loans totaling $16.3M in approved funding between 1995 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 86 loans (97% of the total), supporting 472 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 3 loans totaling $939K. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Retail Trade. The most active SBA lender in Inkster is The Huntington National Bank with 25 loans. That works out to 34.8 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
32
Total Population
959,425
Avg Median Income
-$20,771,137
Avg Home Value
-$20,676,474
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48101 | 28,128 | $80,045 | $174,500 | $1,181 | 7.0 |
| 48120 | 8,771 | $66,667 | $236,800 | $1,407 | 4.7 |
| 48122 | 12,605 | $41,356 | $113,100 | $1,116 | 2.7 |
| 48124 | 34,156 | $78,353 | $192,100 | $1,280 | 8.8 |
| 48125 | 22,156 | $59,534 | $119,300 | $1,298 | 4.0 |
| 48126 | 52,075 | $42,353 | $200,600 | $1,222 | 8.4 |
| 48127 | 39,943 | $63,084 | $217,000 | $1,231 | 7.7 |
| 48128 | 12,844 | $98,362 | $236,900 | $1,556 | 2.3 |
| 48135 | 26,910 | $64,396 | $162,400 | $991 | 5.9 |
| 48141 | 25,602 | $39,632 | $75,700 | $1,127 | 6.3 |
| 48146 | 39,511 | $57,183 | $117,400 | $972 | 5.8 |
| 48150 | 26,749 | $94,058 | $228,600 | $1,328 | 12.1 |
| 48152 | 30,394 | $89,019 | $284,300 | $1,293 | 12.0 |
| 48154 | 36,915 | $103,763 | $285,800 | $1,197 | 11.6 |
| 48174 | 31,809 | $65,675 | $151,500 | $1,053 | 40.8 |
| 48180 | 62,405 | $59,537 | $141,200 | $1,036 | 23.6 |
| 48184 | 17,436 | $54,572 | $142,400 | $924 | 7.2 |
| 48185 | 48,364 | $59,085 | $183,500 | $1,123 | 12.2 |
| 48186 | 35,791 | $67,203 | $167,600 | $1,083 | 8.3 |
| 48187 | 52,710 | $117,980 | $341,400 | $1,435 | 18.1 |
| 48188 | 45,522 | $118,037 | $356,700 | $1,536 | 17.9 |
| 48195 | 29,551 | $64,635 | $165,400 | $1,102 | 6.9 |
| 48217 | 6,437 | $46,671 | $45,100 | $1,083 | 2.3 |
| 48218 | 7,096 | $32,683 | $56,100 | $759 | 2.2 |
| 48219 | 45,788 | $43,882 | $84,500 | $1,037 | 8.4 |
| 48223 | 24,262 | $42,324 | $87,700 | $1,013 | 6.0 |
| 48227 | 39,474 | $36,221 | $70,900 | $1,034 | 7.5 |
| 48228 | 52,719 | $31,485 | $55,100 | $1,086 | 8.9 |
| 48229 | 9,166 | $45,148 | $59,300 | $879 | 2.8 |
| 48239 | 37,039 | $69,373 | $145,900 | $1,355 | 9.5 |
| 48240 | 17,097 | $57,970 | $120,700 | $1,326 | 3.8 |
| 48242 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 7.2 |
Inkster, MI has 32 ZIP codes with a combined population of 959,425. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$20,771,137. The average median home value is -$20,676,474. The average median monthly rent is -$20,832,206.
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