Median Income
$55,703
26% lower than US avg
Home Value
$91,600
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$864
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.1%
14% higher than US avg
How Ochelata Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population637
Median Age29.8 yrs
Density980/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 61%
Veterans6.5%
Economy
B+
Median Income$55,703
Per Capita$21,651
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty14.1%
County GDP$4,792M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$91,600
Rent$864
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$186,216
Rent Burden23.9%
Health
Obesity42.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation725 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+94.9%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute31 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries2
Is Ochelata a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ochelata receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ochelata offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ochelata is $55,703, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ochelata is $91,600, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $864 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
8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Ochelata enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Ochelata has a population of 637 with a density of 980 people per square mile. The median age is 29.8 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.2%), with 26.4% Hispanic.
Population
29.8yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.7% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.3% |
| 98% below US avg |
The median household income in Ochelata is $55,703, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,703 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,651 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,192 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,878 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.1% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,427 |
| County GDP | $4,792M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 114 |
| Healthcare | 162 |
| Retail | 166 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,694 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.03% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 92.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.0% |
The median home value in Ochelata is $91,600, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $864 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $186,216.
Home Values
| Census Median | $91,600 |
| 68% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $186,216 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $864 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 23.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,694 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.03% |
In Ochelata, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ochelata vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.6% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.3% |
| Asthma | 12.4% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.8% |
| Depression | 28.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.8% |
| Premature Death | 9,628/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 162 |
Crime Rates: Ochelata vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Ochelata has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 60.1°F |
| 11% above US avg |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 725 ft (221 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 980/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.6027°N, 95.9751°W |
| County FIPS | 40147 |