Median Income
$73,571
2% lower than US avg
Home Value
$245,800
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.6%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment
10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.5%
9% higher than US avg
How Onaway Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population306
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density2,040/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Economy
C+
Median Income$73,571
Per Capita$44,382
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$2,072M
Commute32 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$245,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity30.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain24.5 in/yr
Elevation2,614 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 52% / D 44%
Commute32 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries7
Is Onaway a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Onaway receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Onaway offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Onaway is $73,571, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Onaway is $245,800, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Onaway experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.5 inches, including 41.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Onaway has a population of 306 with a density of 2,040 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.4%), with 7.5% Hispanic.
Population
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.1% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.9% |
| 71% below US avg |
The median household income in Onaway is $73,571, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $73,571 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $44,382 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $946 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,069 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 10.0% |
| 178% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.5% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,448 |
| County GDP | $2,072M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 130 |
| Healthcare | 112 |
| Retail | 138 |
| Manufacturing | 38 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,688 |
| 34% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.91% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.3 min |
| Work from Home | 10.8% |
The median home value in Onaway is $245,800, 13% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $245,800 |
| 13% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,688 |
| 34% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.91% |
In Onaway, 30.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Onaway vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.6% |
| 5% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.2% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.2% |
| Depression | 24.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 78.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.4% |
| Premature Death | 5,065/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 112 |
Crime Rates: Onaway vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Onaway has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-0°C)
65°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 46.9°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 24.5 inches |
| 36% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 41.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,614 ft (797 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,040/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.9282°N, 116.8896°W |
| County FIPS | 16057 |