Onsted, MI

Michigan · Jackson County · Jackson Metro

Onsted is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,283. Residents earn $65,349 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.1 /5.0

B Good

1,283 Population 1,199/sq mi density

$65,349 Median Income $29,066 per capita

$166,500 Home Value $258,832 Zillow

$811 Median Rent 24.9% income on rent

48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

221 Violent Crime/100K 1,987 property/100K

Overall

3.1 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.8 / 5.0

$65,349 median income, 5.1% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$166,500 home value, $811/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

221 violent crimes/100K (42% below avg)

C+

Education

2.8 / 5.0

22.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $65,349

13% lower than US avg

Home Value $166,500

41% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 221/100K

42% 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%

Veterans3.6%

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

Ownership69.1%

Zillow$258,832

Housing Units447

Rent Burden24.9%

Crime

Violent221/100K

Property1,987/100K

Health

Obesity38.2%

Uninsured5.7%

Smoking14.0%

Depression29.7%

Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain35.3 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation985 ft (300 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+22.1%

High School+95.5%

Graduate+6.6%

School Score4.94

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%

Commute30 min

Broadband92.1%

EV Stations5

Libraries14

Is Onsted a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Onsted receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. 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.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Onsted is below the national average at 221 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,987 per 100,000, near the national average.

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 4.9/10.

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. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. 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, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.7% female and 46.3% male. The city is predominantly White (92.8%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 2.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99% of residents. 3.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 20.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 96.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,283

Total Population

1,199

People / sq mi

32.8yrs

Median Age

16% below US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%

Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Onsted vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.0%

26% above US avg

Spanish 1.0%

93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Onsted vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Onsted is $65,349, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,066 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,195, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,104 business establishments, including 259 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 4.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Onsted vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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
Gini Index	0.446 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

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
Cost of Living	96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	30.2 min
Drive Alone	81.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Onsted is $166,500, 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $258,832, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $811 (30% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $891 for a one-bedroom to $1,113 for a two-bedroom apartment. 69.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 447 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. The average annual property tax is $5,416 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 24.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

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
Rent Burden	24.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	69.1%
Owner-Occupied	69.1%
Renter-Occupied	30.9%
Housing Units	447
Median Year Built	1974

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 national rate of 32.1%. 8.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 29.9% have high blood pressure. 14.0% are current smokers. 19.6% report binge drinking. 21.1% are physically inactive, below the national average. 29.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.4% experience frequent mental distress. 5.7% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,320. The dentist ratio is 1:1,468. 74.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.2 out of 10.

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%
Cancer	7.8%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.0%
	0% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.6%
Physical Inactivity	21.1%
Depression	29.7%
Mental Distress	19.4%
Physical Distress	12.5%
Short Sleep	36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.4%
Uninsured	5.7%
	34% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,320
Dentists	1:1,468
Mental Health	1:286
Checkup Rate	76.0%
Dental Visits	70.6%
Premature Death	9,855/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.2/10
Exercise Access	74.4%
Healthcare Facilities	404

Onsted has a violent crime rate of 221 per 100,000 residents, 42% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,987 per 100,000, 1% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 28 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Onsted receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	220.8/100K
	42% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	1,986.8/100K
	1% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	28
Traffic Accidents	5
Avg Accident Severity	3.2 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Onsted experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 985 feet.

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)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	985 ft (300 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density	1,199/sq mi
Coordinates	42.0061°N, 84.1893°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County	Jackson County County
Nearest Airport	Detroit Metro Wayne County (DTW) 45 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.3"

7% below US avg

Wettest Month (Jun) 3.70"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.57"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	76.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability	34.2 / 100
Community Resilience	91.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Relatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

17 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.5 on Mar 18, 2024.

May 2, 2015	5 km S of Galesburg, Michigan	M4.2	105 km
Sep 2, 1994	5 km SSW of DeWitt, Michigan	M3.5	94 km
Apr 20, 2018	Michigan	M3.4	98 km
Jun 30, 2015	5 km NNE of Burlington, Michigan	M3.3	72 km
Jan 26, 2012	5 km NE of Topeka, Indiana	M3.0	118 km
Feb 23, 2011	18 km NE of Leamington, Canada	M3.0	146 km
May 12, 2006	2 km E of Lima, Ohio	M2.8	141 km
Apr 12, 2007	11 km NW of Put-in-Bay, Ohio	M2.8	109 km
May 14, 2010	1 km ENE of Gibsonburg, Ohio	M2.7	101 km
May 14, 2017	18 km ENE of Leamington, Canada	M2.6	148 km
May 20, 2023	3 km SSE of Walbridge, Ohio	M2.6	77 km
Jun 12, 2015	6 km NW of Convoy, Ohio	M2.6	126 km
Sep 7, 2012	17 km ESE of Stony Point, Michigan	M2.5	93 km
Mar 8, 2010	7 km ENE of Grosse Ile, Michigan	M2.5	94 km
Mar 18, 2024	4 km WSW of Millbury, Ohio	M2.5	78 km
Feb 7, 2016	6 km W of Put-in-Bay, Ohio	M2.5	114 km
Jun 4, 1990	4 km SSE of Van Buren, Ohio	M2.5	111 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

415 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 109 fatalities, 1,814 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 5, 2010	EF4	74 km	7
Apr 2, 1977	EF4	83 km	1
Mar 20, 1976	EF4	85 km	1
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	87 km	23
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	71 km	21
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	62 km	18
Jul 4, 1957	EF4	69 km	0
May 12, 1956	EF4	84 km	0
Jun 8, 1953	EF4	91 km	17
Jun 8, 1953	EF4	57 km	4
Mar 15, 2012	EF3	47 km	0
Aug 24, 2007	EF3	84 km	0
Mar 27, 1991	EF3	90 km	1
Mar 27, 1991	EF3	72 km	0
Mar 27, 1991	EF3	47 km	0
Sep 14, 1990	EF3	79 km	0
May 15, 1986	EF3	65 km	0
May 2, 1983	EF3	81 km	1
Jun 15, 1982	EF3	41 km	1
May 11, 1974	EF3	49 km	1

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	23°F (-5°C)	1.7 in	Coldest
February	25°F (-4°C)	1.6 in	Driest
March	35°F (2°C)	2.5 in
April	46°F (8°C)	3.1 in
May	58°F (14°C)	3.3 in
June	67°F (19°C)	3.7 in	Wettest
July	71°F (22°C)	3.2 in	Warmest
August	69°F (21°C)	3.4 in
September	62°F (16°C)	3.4 in
October	50°F (10°C)	2.4 in
November	39°F (4°C)	2.8 in
December	27°F (-3°C)	2.4 in

Onsted has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 23°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.6").

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Onsted is located in Jackson County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 22.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 59.9% of the vote, a 21.3-point margin. 92.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 14 public libraries serving the community. 404 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%

D 38.6%

Winner: Republican by 21.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	28
Traffic Accidents	5
Avg Accident Severity	3.2 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	22.1%
	34% below US avg
High School+	95.5%
Graduate Degree+	6.6%
School Test Score	4.94

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	1,199/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi
County	Jackson County County

Services

Broadband Access	92.1%
Avg Download Speed	111.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	20.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	5
Alt Fuel Stations	8
Public Libraries	14
Healthcare Facilities	404
Restaurants	259
Retail Stores	484

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	30.2 min
Drive Alone	81.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.7%

Average costs for common services in Onsted. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$241 ($144-$385)
Specialist Visit	$337 ($192-$529)
Urgent Care Visit	$192 ($96-$337)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,116 ($770-$4,810)
Dental Cleaning	$125 ($72-$192)
Dental Filling	$241 ($144-$385)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$43 ($24-$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$72 ($48-$115)
Brake Pad Replacement	$289 ($144-$481)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19-$72)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$577 ($385-$962)
Battery Replacement	$192 ($96-$337)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$96 ($58-$144)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$87 ($48-$135)
HVAC Repair	$385 ($144-$770)
HVAC System Install	$6,734 ($3,848-$11,544)
Roof Repair	$962 ($385-$1,924)
Roof Replacement	$8,658 ($5,291-$14,430)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,443 ($481-$3,367)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,430 ($4,810-$28,860)
DUI Defense	$4,810 ($1,924-$9,620)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,443 ($770-$2,886)
Will Preparation	$481 ($192-$962)
Trust Preparation	$2,405 ($962-$4,810)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14-$43)
Women's Haircut	$53 ($29-$96)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$144 ($72-$241)
Manicure	$24 ($14-$43)
Pedicure	$38 ($24-$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$77 ($48-$125)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.94 ($2.89-$5.29)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.37 ($2.41-$4.81)
Loaf of Bread	$3.66 ($2.41-$5.29)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.33 ($2.89-$6.25)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.29 ($3.85-$7.22)
Rice (per lb)	$0.96 ($0.58-$1.73)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$135 ($77-$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$67 ($29-$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$67 ($38-$115)
Internet (Monthly)	$67 ($38-$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29-$96)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$82 ($48-$144)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$192 ($72-$481)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,924 ($1,154-$3,367)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$67 ($29-$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.70-$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$96 ($29-$241)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($14-$72)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,154 ($577-$2,405)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$962 ($481-$1,924)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$385 ($192-$673)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$48 ($24-$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$962 ($385-$2,405)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,025 ($4,810-$28,860)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$58 ($29-$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$96 ($48-$192)
Dog Grooming	$58 ($29-$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19-$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$289 ($144-$481)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$192 ($96-$385)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$498
Toddler	$511
Preschool	$511
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$744
Toddler	$744
Preschool	$682

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Jackson County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	9,250	265	$71,834	2.01
Health Care & Social Assistance	8,476	434	$66,029	1.06
Retail Trade	6,349	397	$39,753	1.14
Accommodation & Food Services	4,590	234	$21,094	0.90
Administrative & Waste Services	2,986	157	$39,255	0.91
Construction	2,405	300	$74,693	0.82
Professional & Technical Services	2,275	219	$84,317	0.58
Other Services	1,765	293	$36,508	1.05
Finance & Insurance	1,579	149	$77,904	0.70
Wholesale Trade	1,241	132	$84,925	0.56
Educational Services	1,057	39	$36,688	0.91
Arts & Entertainment	584	47	$20,775	0.62
Management of Companies	566	13	$104,551	0.60
Real Estate	532	98	$44,530	0.61
Agriculture & Forestry	296	46	$45,143	0.65
Unclassified	191	46	$57,565	2.45
Information & Technology	148	33	$62,191	0.14
Mining & Oil/Gas	37	4	$77,094	0.17

Schools in Onsted

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Onsted Elementary	Elementary	527	36	14.6:1
Onsted Community High School	High	389	19	20.5:1
Onsted Middle School	Middle	284	18	15.8:1

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Radio Stations near Onsted

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Peaceful Currents Radio (CA)	-	AAC 64 kbps
Sports Talk 1050 WTKA	sports	AAC+ 48 kbps
WCBN 88.3 Ann Arbor, MI	freeform	MP3 320 kbps
WHMI 93.5 FM	classic hits	MP3
WLBY AM 1290	ann arbor, michigan	MP3 80 kbps

National Parks Near Onsted

17 national parks and monuments found near Onsted.

Park	Type	Fee
Bloomer State Park	State Park	Free
Coldwater State Park	State Park	Free
Dodge #4 State Park	State Park	Free
Harrison Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Hayes State Park	State Park	Free
Independence Dam State Park	State Park	Free
Mary Jane Thurston State Park	State Park	Free
Maumee Bay State Park	State Park	Free
Maybury State Park	State Park	Free
Meridian-Baseline State Park	State Park	Free
Pokagon State Park	State Park	Free
River Raisin National Battlefield Park	National Battlefield Park	Free
Seven Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Sleepy Hollow State Park	State Park	Free
Sterling State Park	State Park	Free
Van Buren State Park	State Park	Free
W. J. Hayes State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends - Onsted

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	949	$38,750
2015	944	$50,000
2017	949	$48,125
2019	951	$53,580
2021	996	$58,060
2023	996	$65,349

Museums in Onsted

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
KLEMM GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		5172647862	$47,076,009
SOUTHERN MICHIGAN RAILROAD SOCIETY	HISTORY MUSEUM	320 S DIVISION STREET	5174567677	$78,269
WATERLOO FARM MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	13493 WATERLOO MUNITH ROAD	5175962254	$44,299
LENAWEE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6162567475	$42,676
FARMERS ANTIQUE TRACTOR & ENGINE ASSOCIATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		5175477448	$23,884
ELLA SHARP MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5177872320	$10,438
BLISSFIELD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5174864816
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF LENAWEE	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF CLINTON	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
IRISH HILLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5174675300
JACKSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MANCHESTER AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
POTTER CENTER ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
SOUTHERN MICHIGAN RAILROAD	GENERAL MUSEUM		5174237230
TECUMSEH AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	302 E CHICAGO BLVD	5174232374

Libraries in Onsted

Name	Address	Annual Visits
JACKSON DISTRICT LIBRARY	244 WEST MICHIGAN AVENUE	638,849
TECUMSEH DISTRICT LIBRARY	215 NORTH OTTAWA STREET	151,483
LENAWEE DISTRICT LIBRARY	4459 WEST US 223	122,250
ADRIAN PUBLIC LIBRARY	143 EAST MAUMEE STREET	114,508
CLINTON TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY	100 BROWN STREET	27,874
MANCHESTER DISTRICT LIBRARY	912 CITY ROAD (M-52)	24,136
HUDSON PUBLIC LIBRARY	205 SOUTH MARKET STREET	15,000
SOMERSET TOWNSHIP LIBRARY	12715 EAST CHICAGO ROAD	2,160

Farmers Markets in Onsted

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Adrian Farmers Market	115 Toledo Street	05/07/2016 to 10/29/2016	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;
CONCORD MARKET	106 East Jackson Rd (M-60),
Downtown Jackson Grand River Farmers Market	117 W. Louis Glick Hwy	06/04/2013 to 11/02/2013	Tue: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Fri: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Friends of Walker Tavern Farmers' Market	13220M-50				Visit
Manachester Farmers Market	Adrian Street
Tecumseh Farmers Market	W Chicago Blvd. west of Evans St	05/24/2014 to 10/11/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Tecumseh's Thursday Evening Market	Corner of Evans St. & Chicago Blvd
The Green Market at Allegiance Health	1201 East Michigan Avenue				Visit

Restaurants in Onsted

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Hills Fork Oak Pour

Clinics in Onsted

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Onsted Health Center

Dentists in Onsted

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

David J Craite

Gas Stations in Onsted

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mobil

Golf Courses in Onsted

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Irish Hills Golf Club

Breweries in Onsted

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Key Largo Lounge Inc	Cocktail Lounges, Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Venues, Night Clubs	1896 Horton Rd	5177824143	Visit
Korner Keg	Bars & Clubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Venues, recreation, Taverns, Bars, fo	2500 Page Ave	5177825797
Missy's Little Grass Shack	Grass Lake Restaurants, Take Out Restaurants, Lawn & Grounds Maintenance, Grass Lake, Restaurant, Mi	100 E Michigan Ave	5175223471	Visit
Shamrock Bar	Jackson Michigan, Venues, Bar, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, recreation, food and	1628 E Michigan Ave	5177688129	Visit

Pharmacies in Onsted

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
THE MEDICINE SHOPPE PHARMACY	400 NORTH MAIN STREET	517-467-7225

Cell Towers in Onsted

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
Hudson Cell Site PPROX. 300'' NORTH OF MEDINA ROAD & 600' WEST OF MUNSON HWY	TOWER	109
3760 Skinner Highway (111166)	GTOWER	108
3760 Skinner Highway (111166)	GTOWER	108
ADRIAN CELL SITE; 6787 PENTECOST HIGHWAY	TOWER	106
8695 ERNST RD (54093)	MTOWER	81
8695 ERNST RD (54093)	MTOWER	81
13153 W. US 223 (46918)	LTOWER	79
13153 W. US 223 (46918)	LTOWER	79
(Manchester) 20410 Gieske Road	LTOWER	78
(Manchester) 20410 Gieske Road	LTOWER	78
TECUMSEH CELL SITE 1276 Russell Road	TOWER	61
18801 Vicary Road (46915)	MTOWER	60
18801 Vicary Road (46915)	MTOWER	60
13500 US-12 (46980)	MTOWER	59
13500 US-12 (46980)	MTOWER	59

Fire Stations in Onsted

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Cambridge Township Fire Department	135 N Main ST N	Volunteer			517-467-2128

Bridges in Onsted

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Slab	Wood or Timber	1998	24	1,204	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	1988	40	894	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1996	55	432	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1976	46	181	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2006	45	145	G
Culvert	Steel	1977	23	108	F

Amtrak Stations in Onsted

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Jackson, MI	501 East Michigan Avenue	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Onsted

7 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
BUCKEYE TERMINALS, LLC	6777 BROOKLYN ROAD	JACKSON
CONSUMERS ENERGY MERCURY ASSESSMENTS	212 WEST MICHIGAN AVENUE	JACKSON
INTEVA PRODUCTS ADRIAN OPERATIONS	1450 E. BEECHER ST	LENAWEE
INTEVA PRODUCTS ADRIAN OPERATIONS	1450 E. BEECHER ST	LENAWEE
MILSCO MANUFACTURING COMPANY	2313 BROOKLYN ROAD	JACKSON
PILKINGTON NORTH AMERICA INC	11700 TECUMSEH CLINTON ROAD	LENAWEE
WESTON SERVICES, INC.	1415 EAST MICHIGAN AVENUE	LENAWEE

Airports Near Onsted

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport	TOL	Medium Airport
Jackson County Airport/Reynolds Field	JXN	Medium Airport
Willow Run Airport	YIP	Medium Airport
Air Rahe Airport	-	Small Airport
Al Meyers Airport	-	Small Airport
Ann Arbor Municipal Airport	ARB	Small Airport
Arend Airport	-	Small Airport
Aring Field	-	Small Airport
Belleville Airport	-	Small Airport
Betz Airport	-	Small Airport
Brewer Landing Strip	-	Small Airport
Brighton Airport	-	Small Airport
Cackleberry Airport	-	Small Airport
Canton-Plymouth-Mettetal Airport	-	Small Airport
Carl's Airport	-	Small Airport
Carriage Lane Airport	-	Small Airport
Claucherty Airport	-	Small Airport
Cloud Nine East Airport	-	Small Airport
Cloud Nine West Airport	-	Small Airport
Crippen Field	-	Small Airport
Davis Field	-	Small Airport
Defiance Memorial Airport	DFI	Small Airport
Downwind Acres Airport	-	Small Airport
Drake Airport	-	Small Airport
Fitch H Beach Airport	-	Small Airport
Flying Crown Airport	-	Small Airport
Fremont (Murphy) Airport	-	Small Airport
Fulton County Airport	-	Small Airport
Gooding Airport	-	Small Airport
Gorilla Airport	-	Small Airport
Gradolph Field	-	Small Airport
Grieser Airport	-	Small Airport
Haigh Airport	-	Small Airport
Ham-A-Lot Field	-	Small Airport
Henry County Airport	-	Small Airport
Hillsdale Municipal Airport	-	Small Airport
Hilltop Airport	-	Small Airport
Hook Field	-	Small Airport
Huffman Farm Airport	-	Small Airport
Johnston Airport	-	Small Airport
Joyce Binns Memorial Airport	-	Small Airport
Kellers Strip	-	Small Airport
Kline Field	-	Small Airport
Lautzenhiser Airpark	-	Small Airport
Lenawee County Airport	ADG	Small Airport
Livingston County Spencer J. Hardy Airport	-	Small Airport
Maidens Airport	-	Small Airport
Maple Grove Airport	-	Small Airport
Markham Airport	-	Small Airport
Marvin Thiel Field	-	Small Airport

Police Stations in Onsted

11 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Adrian Police Department	155 East Maumee Street
Cambridge Township Police Department
City of Jackson Police Department	216 East Washington Avenue
Clinton Village Police Department
Hudson City Police Department
Lenawee County Sheriff Office
Lenawee County Sheriff's Office	405 North Winter Street
Police Department
Raisin Township Police Department
Tecumseh Police Headquarters
Woodstock Police Department	6486 Devils Lake Highway

Grocery Stores in Onsted

3 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Dollar General 18009	Other	7741 US Highway 12
Dollar General 30229	Other	8901 Onsted Hwy
Onsted Food Mart	Convenience Store	7991 Onsted Hwy

Post Offices in Onsted

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Onsted Post Office

Treatment Centers in Onsted

1 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Parkside Family Counseling LLC	Both	517-266-8880

Churches & Religious Organizations in Onsted

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
DESIGNED TO BE WHOLLY INC	8916 TARA CT
FAMILY OUTREACH MINISTRIES	7109 DONEGAL DR
GATEWAY COMMUNITY CHURCH OF ONSTED	268 S MAIN ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Onsted

What is the population of Onsted?

Onsted has a population of 1,283 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 1,199 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.7% female and 46.3% male.

Is Onsted expensive to live in?

Onsted has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $65,349, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $166,500 (41% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $811 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Onsted safe?

Onsted is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 221 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,987 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Onsted receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Onsted?

Onsted has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Onsted?

The unemployment rate in Onsted is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,195. There are 3,104 business establishments in the area, including 259 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 4.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Onsted?

The median home value in Onsted is $166,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $258,832. For renters, the median monthly rent is $811. Fair market rent is $891 for a 1-bedroom and $1,113 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 69.1%. The average annual property tax is $5,416.

How are the schools in Onsted?

Schools in Onsted have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 22.1% of adults in Onsted hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Onsted?

The obesity rate in Onsted is 38.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.0% of adults are smokers. 21.1% are physically inactive. 29.7% of residents report depression. 5.7% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 74.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,320.

What is transportation like in Onsted?

The average commute in Onsted is 30 minutes. 81.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Onsted?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Onsted is 92.8% White, 2.4% Black or African American, 1.6% Hispanic or Latino. 99% of residents speak only English at home. 3.6% of the population are military veterans. 20.1% of residents have a disability. 96.4% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Manitou Beach-Devils Lake, MI 2,062 pop · 4.9 mi Vineyard Lake, MI 1,038 pop · 6.0 mi Brooklyn, MI 1,047 pop · 7.5 mi Adrian, MI 20,493 pop · 10.5 mi Clinton, MI 2,795 pop · 12.3 mi Tecumseh, MI 8,655 pop · 12.6 mi Manchester, MI 2,375 pop · 12.6 mi Lake LeAnn, MI 1,522 pop · 12.9 mi Hudson, MI 2,385 pop · 13.1 mi Vandercook Lake, MI 4,434 pop · 16.3 mi Michigan Center, MI 4,623 pop · 16.8 mi Grass Lake, MI 1,235 pop · 16.9 mi Jackson, MI 31,206 pop · 19.6 mi Morenci, MI 2,149 pop · 19.6 mi

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