Onamia, MN

Minnesota

Onamia is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 731. Residents earn $26,827 per year, which is 64% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
731 Population 746/sq mi density
$26,827 Median Income $22,364 per capita
$126,200 Home Value $288,608 Zillow
$600 Median Rent 36.1% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$26,827 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$126,200 home value, $600/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,827
64% lower than US avg
Home Value $126,200
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $600
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.0%
102% higher than US avg

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

People

Population731
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density746/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans9.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,827
Per Capita$22,364
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty25.0%
County GDP$674M
Commute23 min

Housing

A
Home Value$126,200
Rent$600
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$288,608
Rent Burden36.1%

Health

Obesity41.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.8 in/yr
Elevation1,263 ft (385 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+88.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute23 min
Broadband73.9%
EV Stations3
Libraries2

Is Onamia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Onamia receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Onamia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Onamia is $26,827, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 25.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Onamia is $126,200, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $600 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Onamia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.8 inches, including 43.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Onamia has a population of 731 with a density of 746 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.6%), with 10.9% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.

Population

731
Total Population
746
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Onamia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Onamia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Onamia is $26,827, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Onamia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,827
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,364
Avg Weekly Wage$917
IRS Avg AGI$67,457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.0%
102% above US avg
Establishments (County)476
County GDP$674M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare39
Retail65
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,500
0% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Drive Alone65.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Onamia is $126,200, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $600 (48% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $288,608.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$126,200
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$288,608

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$600
48% below US avg
Rent Burden36.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied52.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,500
0% below US avg
Effective Rate2.77%
In Onamia, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity32.1%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Checkup Rate71.8%
Premature Death8,648/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access48.6%
Healthcare Facilities39
Onamia has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.0°F
24% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.8 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall43.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,263 ft (385 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density746/sq mi
Coordinates46.0703°N, 93.6671°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin. 73.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 33.8%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.8%
47% below US avg
High School+88.9%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density746/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.9%
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants55
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Drive Alone65.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

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