Lake Orion, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Oakland County County
Lake Orion, MI
At a Glance
How Lake Orion Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lake Orion's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lake Orion a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lake Orion residents earn a median household income of $98,871 , which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $55,110. The unemployment rate stands at 0.9% (75% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 43,047 business establishments, including 3,099 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lake Orion is $346,700 , 23% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $420,081. Median rent is $757/month, with 29.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1956.
Safety & Crime
Lake Orion reports 284 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 25% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 284/100K.
Education
45.8% of adults in Lake Orion hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% above the national average). 95.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lake Orion has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.