Median Income
$84,688
13% higher than US avg
Home Value
$148,700
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.9%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,114
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.3%
65% lower than US avg
How Ogden Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population785
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density1,331/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans9.1%
Economy
A+
Median Income$84,688
Per Capita$36,959
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$4,180M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$148,700
Rent$1,114
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$214,423
Rent Burden19.2%
Health
Obesity31.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease4.6%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Elevation669 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.9%
High School+99.0%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute21 min
Broadband93.5%
Libraries10
Is Ogden a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ogden receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Ogden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ogden is $84,688, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ogden is $148,700, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,114 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Ogden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 25.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Ogden has a population of 785 with a density of 1,331 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.8%).
Population
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.0% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.0% |
| 48% below US avg |
The median household income in Ogden is $84,688, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $84,688 |
| 13% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,959 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,050 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,745 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.3% |
| 65% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,313 |
| County GDP | $4,180M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 146 |
| Healthcare | 150 |
| Retail | 212 |
| Manufacturing | 72 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,912 |
| 40% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.30% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.7% |
The median home value in Ogden is $148,700, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,114 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $214,423.
Home Values
| Census Median | $148,700 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $214,423 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,114 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 19.2% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,912 |
| 40% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.30% |
In Ogden, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 16.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ogden vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.2% |
| 3% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.3% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 16.8% |
| Depression | 24.2% |
| Mental Distress | 16.9% |
| Physical Distress | 10.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.2% |
| Premature Death | 12,430/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 150 |
Crime Rates: Ogden vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
Safety Score
Ogden has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
74°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 52.2°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.2 inches |
| 9% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 25.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 669 ft (204 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,331/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1151°N, 87.9563°W |
| County FIPS | 17183 |