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Onekama, MI

Michigan

Onekama is a small town in Michigan with a population of 323.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
323 Population 547/sq mi density
$182,300 Home Value $311,833 Zillow
$575 Median Rent 23.5% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $182,300
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $575
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population323
Median Age59.8 yrs
Density547/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$35,764
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$1,160M
Commute26 min

Housing

Home Value$182,300
Rent$575
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$311,833
Housing Units317
Rent Burden23.5%

Health

Obesity33.9%
Uninsured5.2%
Smoking12.8%
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation639 ft (195 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+5.5%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute26 min
Broadband89.3%
Libraries6

Is Onekama a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Onekama receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Onekama has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Onekama is $182,300, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $575 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Onekama experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Onekama has a population of 323 with a density of 547 people per square mile. The median age is 59.8 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%).

Population

323
Total Population
547
People / sq mi
59.8yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.6%
Female 60.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Onekama vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Onekama vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Onekama is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Onekama vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$35,764
Avg Weekly Wage$985
IRS Avg AGI$57,545

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)602
County GDP$1,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare63
Retail105
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,625
89% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Drive Alone73.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Onekama is $182,300, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $575 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $311,833.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$182,300
35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$311,833

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$575
51% below US avg
Rent Burden23.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.7%
Housing Units317
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,625
89% above US avg
Effective Rate3.63%
In Onekama, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.2% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 29.0% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma11.7%
COPD6.0%
Cancer8.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression29.0%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep33.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Uninsured5.2%
40% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.1%
Dental Visits68.6%
Premature Death10,237/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access79.8%
Healthcare Facilities63
Onekama has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.3 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.3 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation639 ft (195 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density547/sq mi
Coordinates44.3656°N, 86.2021°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.9-point margin. 89.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.2%
D 41.3%

Winner: Republican by 15.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+5.5%
School Test Score5.23
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density547/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.3%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities63
Restaurants73
Retail Stores105

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Drive Alone73.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

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