Ogema, MN

Minnesota

Ogema is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 233. Residents earn $51,875 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
233 Population 201/sq mi density
$51,875 Median Income $23,061 per capita
$82,500 Home Value $266,321 Zillow
40°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$51,875 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,500 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,875
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,500
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.7%
115% higher than US avg

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

People

Population233
Median Age28.2 yrs
Density201/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 37%
Veterans11.1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$51,875
Per Capita$23,061
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty26.7%
County GDP$249M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$266,321
Rent Burden30.6%

Health

Obesity42.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain26.4 in/yr
Elevation1,271 ft (387 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+83.7%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute31 min
Broadband77.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Ogema a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ogema is $51,875, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 26.7% 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 Ogema is $82,500, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Ogema has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Ogema has a population of 233 with a density of 201 people per square mile. The median age is 28.2 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (62.7%), with 37.3% White.

Population

233
Total Population
201
People / sq mi
28.2yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ogema vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.1%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.9%
4% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ogema vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ogema is $51,875, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Ogema vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,875
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,061
Avg Weekly Wage$1,103
IRS Avg AGI$53,804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.7%
115% above US avg
Establishments (County)122
County GDP$249M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare10
Retail19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,733
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Drive Alone59.6%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home11.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Ogema is $82,500, 71% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $266,321.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,500
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$266,321

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,733
22% below US avg
Effective Rate3.31%
In Ogema, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma12.3%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity29.5%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.3%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death19,800/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access48.0%
Healthcare Facilities10
Ogema has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.4 inches
31% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,271 ft (387 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density201/sq mi
Coordinates47.1023°N, 95.9166°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.7-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.5%
D 44.8%

Winner: Republican by 8.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.1%
58% below US avg
High School+83.7%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density201/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants13
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Drive Alone59.6%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home11.5%

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