Onaway, MI

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.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
701 Population 430/sq mi density
$40,159 Median Income $24,597 per capita
$59,100 Home Value $194,492 Zillow
$600 Median Rent 40.7% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$40,159 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$59,100 home value, $600/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,159
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $59,100
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $600
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.3%
72% higher than US avg

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

People

Population701
Median Age51.8 yrs
Density430/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans10.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,159
Per Capita$24,597
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty21.3%
County GDP$912M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$59,100
Rent$600
Ownership65.8%
Zillow$194,492
Rent Burden40.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.8%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.0 in/yr
Elevation840 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+83.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute25 min
Broadband75.8%
EV Stations2
Libraries4

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 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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Onaway has a population of 701 with a density of 430 people per square mile. The median age is 51.8 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

701
Total Population
430
People / sq mi
51.8yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.1%
Female 55.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Onaway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Onaway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Onaway is $40,159, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Onaway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,159
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,597
Avg Weekly Wage$921
IRS Avg AGI$62,647

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.3%
72% above US avg
Establishments (County)825
County GDP$912M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare62
Retail128
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,886
68% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate9.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Onaway is $59,100, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $600 (48% below US avg). 65.8% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $194,492.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$59,100
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$194,492

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$600
48% below US avg
Rent Burden40.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.8%
Owner-Occupied65.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,886
68% above US avg
Effective Rate9.96%
In Onaway, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.8% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma12.8%
COPD9.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression31.8%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death10,234/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access65.7%
Healthcare Facilities62

Crime Rates: Onaway vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Onaway has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.0 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall86.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation840 ft (256 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density430/sq mi
Coordinates45.3585°N, 84.2272°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.1-point margin. 75.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.8%

Winner: Republican by 31.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+83.0%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density430/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.8%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities62
Restaurants130
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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