Oakley, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Oakley is a small town in Michigan with a population of 255. Residents earn $50,417 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
255 Population 248/sq mi density
$50,417 Median Income $24,253 per capita
$80,400 Home Value $175,360 Zillow
$745 Median Rent 26.8% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$50,417 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,400 home value, $745/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,417
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,400
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $745
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.2%
31% higher than US avg

How Oakley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population255
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density248/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,417
Per Capita$24,253
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty16.2%
County GDP$11,010M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,400
Rent$745
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$175,360
Housing Units141
Rent Burden26.8%

Health

Obesity35.4%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking18.6%
Depression30.4%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation677 ft (206 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+86.0%
Graduate+3.8%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute31 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries13

Is Oakley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oakley receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Oakley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oakley is $50,417, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oakley is $80,400, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $745 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Oakley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches, including 38.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Oakley has a population of 255 with a density of 248 people per square mile. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 2% Black.

Population

255
Total Population
248
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Oakley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oakley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oakley is $50,417, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Oakley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,417
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,253
Avg Weekly Wage$1,116
IRS Avg AGI$61,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.2%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,966
County GDP$11,010M

Business (County)

Restaurants417
Healthcare603
Retail754
Manufacturing184

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,370
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Oakley is $80,400, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $745 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $175,360.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,400
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$175,360

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$745
36% below US avg
Rent Burden26.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.5%
Housing Units141
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,370
53% above US avg
Effective Rate6.68%
In Oakley, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.6% are current smokers. 30.4% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Oakley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma12.5%
COPD8.7%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.6%
33% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression30.4%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep35.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.3%
Dental Visits65.1%
Premature Death10,742/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access68.3%
Healthcare Facilities603
Oakley has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.5 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall38.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation677 ft (206 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density248/sq mi
Coordinates43.1434°N, 84.1686°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26145
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.3-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 3.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+86.0%
Graduate Degree+3.8%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density248/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities603
Restaurants417
Retail Stores754

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

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