Median Income
$65,349
13% lower than US avg
Home Value
$166,500
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$811
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.9%
60% lower than US avg
How Onsted Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,283
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density1,199/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
B+
Median Income$65,349
Per Capita$29,066
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$9,061M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$166,500
Rent$811
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$258,832
Health
Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.3 in/yr
Elevation985 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.23
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute30 min
Libraries14
Is Onsted a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Onsted receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Onsted offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Onsted is $65,349, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Onsted is $166,500, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $811 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Onsted experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Onsted has a population of 1,283 with a density of 1,199 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 2.4% Black.
Population
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.0% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.0% |
| 93% below US avg |
The median household income in Onsted is $65,349, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $65,349 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,066 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,195 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,973 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.9% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,104 |
| County GDP | $9,061M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 259 |
| Healthcare | 404 |
| Retail | 484 |
| Manufacturing | 251 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,416 |
| 55% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.25% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.2 min |
| Work from Home | 4.7% |
The median home value in Onsted is $166,500, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $811 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $258,832.
Home Values
| Census Median | $166,500 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $258,832 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $811 |
| 30% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,416 |
| 55% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.25% |
In Onsted, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.7% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Onsted vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.2% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.9% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.1% |
| Depression | 29.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.0% |
| Premature Death | 9,855/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 404 |
Crime Rates: Onsted vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 28 |
Safety Score
Onsted has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 47.5°F |
| 12% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 35.3 inches |
| 7% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 985 ft (300 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,199/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.0061°N, 84.1893°W |
| County FIPS | 26075 |