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
28.2yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 86.1% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Spanish | 13.9% |
| 4% above US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 26.7% |
| 115% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 122 |
| County GDP | $249M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 10 |
| Retail | 19 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,733 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.31% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 59.6% |
| Public Transit | 1.9% |
| Work from Home | 11.5% |
The median home value in Ogema is $82,500, 71% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $266,321.
Home Values
| Census Median | $82,500 |
| 71% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $266,321 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,733 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.31% |
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
| Obesity | 42.6% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.4% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.5% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.5% |
| Depression | 27.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 82.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.3% |
| Premature Death | 19,800/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
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 Average | 39.9°F |
| 26% below US avg |
| January Average | 6°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 26.4 inches |
| 31% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,271 ft (387 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 201/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.1023°N, 95.9166°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 27087 |