Omer, MI

Michigan

Omer is a small town in Michigan with a population of 247. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
247 Population 219/sq mi density
$48,750 Median Income $28,045 per capita
$89,100 Home Value $156,465 Zillow
$800 Median Rent 40.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$48,750 median income, 6.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,100 home value, $800/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $89,100
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population247
Median Age57.1 yrs
Density219/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans11.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$28,045
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$603M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,100
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$156,465
Rent Burden40.0%

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.1%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain30.7 in/yr
Elevation607 ft (185 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+86.4%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute22 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries3

Is Omer a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Omer is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Omer is $89,100, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Omer experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Omer has a population of 247 with a density of 219 people per square mile. The median age is 57.1 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%), with 2% Hispanic, 4% Black.

Population

247
Total Population
219
People / sq mi
57.1yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.9%
Female 57.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Omer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Omer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Omer is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Omer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,750
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,045
Avg Weekly Wage$901
IRS Avg AGI$55,044

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)349
County GDP$603M

Business (County)

Restaurants45
Healthcare41
Retail71
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,929
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Drive Alone68.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Omer is $89,100, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $156,465.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,100
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$156,465

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden40.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,929
12% above US avg
Effective Rate4.41%
In Omer, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.1% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma12.3%
COPD8.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression30.1%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.3%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death11,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access47.5%
Healthcare Facilities41
Omer has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.7 inches
19% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation607 ft (185 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density219/sq mi
Coordinates44.0489°N, 83.8573°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.6-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.7%
D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+86.4%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density219/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants45
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Drive Alone68.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

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