Oden, MI

Michigan

Oden is a small town in Michigan with a population of 492. Residents earn $61,132 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
492 Population 807/sq mi density
$61,132 Median Income $22,671 per capita
$123,000 Home Value
44°F Avg Temperature 270 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
$61,132 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,000 home value
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,132
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $123,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 47.8%
285% higher than US avg

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

People

Population492
Median Age25.0 yrs
Density807/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,132
Per Capita$22,671
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty47.8%
County GDP$2,559M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units217

Health

Obesity32.5%
Uninsured5.8%
Smoking14.0%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation635 ft (194 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+91.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute17 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries5

Is Oden a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oden is $61,132, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 47.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oden is $123,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Oden has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches, including 120.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Oden has a population of 492 with a density of 807 people per square mile. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

492
Total Population
807
People / sq mi
25.0yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.6%
Female 35.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Oden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oden is $61,132, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 47.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Oden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,132
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,671
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$92,368

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate47.8%
285% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,558
County GDP$2,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants145
Healthcare188
Retail248
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,226
192% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Oden is $123,000, 56% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied47.1%
Housing Units217
Median Year Built1994

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,226
192% above US avg
Effective Rate8.31%
In Oden, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.0% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 19.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.5%
1% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity19.0%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep31.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.8%
33% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits72.1%
Premature Death6,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access76.6%
Healthcare Facilities188
Oden has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.6 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.6 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall120.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation635 ft (194 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density807/sq mi
Coordinates45.4251°N, 84.8258°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.6%
D 43.8%

Winner: Republican by 10.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+91.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density807/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities188
Restaurants145
Retail Stores248

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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