Median Income
$72,212
4% lower than US avg
Home Value
$75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
21.7%
75% higher than US avg
How Oelrichs Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population187
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density505/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans12.2%
Economy
B+
Median Income$72,212
Per Capita$33,540
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty21.7%
County GDP$372M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$75,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain17.9 in/yr
Elevation3,364 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
Commute31 min
Broadband81.0%
Libraries2
Is Oelrichs a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Oelrichs receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Oelrichs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Oelrichs is $72,212, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. The poverty rate of 21.7% 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 Oelrichs is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Oelrichs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.9 inches, including 43.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Oelrichs has a population of 187 with a density of 505 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.1%), with 18.2% Hispanic.
Population
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.5% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.5% |
| 81% below US avg |
The median household income in Oelrichs is $72,212, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $72,212 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,540 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $985 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,283 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 21.7% |
| 75% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 352 |
| County GDP | $372M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 37 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,050 |
| 44% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.73% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 71.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 16.3% |
The median home value in Oelrichs is $75,000, 73% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $75,000 |
| 73% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,050 |
| 44% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.73% |
In Oelrichs, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Oelrichs vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.8% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.3% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.2% |
| Depression | 21.0% |
| Mental Distress | 16.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.2% |
| Premature Death | 12,519/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 86.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
Crime Rates: Oelrichs vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Oelrichs has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 47.6°F |
| 12% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 17.9 inches |
| 53% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 43.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,364 ft (1,025 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 505/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.1820°N, 103.2334°W |
| County FIPS | 46047 |