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Ontonagon, MI
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Ontonagon, MI
At a Glance
How Ontonagon Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ontonagon's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ontonagon a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ontonagon residents earn a median household income of $46,806 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,139. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 191 business establishments, including 29 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ontonagon is $92,100 , 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $129,205. Median rent is $557/month, with 22.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1951.
Safety & Crime
Ontonagon reports 175 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 54% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 764/100K.
Education
15.2% of adults in Ontonagon hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below the national average). 93.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ontonagon has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.