Michigan
Onaway is a small town in Michigan with a population of 701. Residents earn $40,159 per year, which is 47% below the national average.
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 low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Onaway offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Onaway is $40,159, 47% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 21.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Onaway is $59,100, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $600 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Onaway has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.0 inches, including 86.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 97.1% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.9% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $40,159 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,597 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $921 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,647 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.3% |
| 72% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 825 |
| County GDP | $912M |
| Restaurants | 130 |
| Healthcare | 62 |
| Retail | 128 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,886 |
| 68% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 9.96% |
| Commute Time | 24.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |
| Census Median | $59,100 |
| 79% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $194,492 |
| Census Median Rent | $600 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 40.7% |
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
| Homeownership | 65.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,886 |
| 68% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 9.96% |
| Obesity | 42.9% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.3% |
| Asthma | 12.8% |
| COPD | 9.6% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.9% |
| Depression | 31.8% |
| Mental Distress | 22.1% |
| Physical Distress | 16.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.2% |
| Premature Death | 10,234/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 62 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Annual Average | 44.5°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 32.0 inches |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 86.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 840 ft (256 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 430/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.3585°N, 84.2272°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County FIPS | 26031 |
Winner: Republican by 31.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.0% |
| 73% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.23 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 430/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.6 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 75.8% |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 62 |
| Restaurants | 130 |
| Retail Stores | 128 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 24.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |