Home Value
$9,999
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.4%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
63.8%
414% higher than US avg
How Orient Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population69
Median Age59.6 yrs
Density160/mi²
Male / Female70% / 30%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans69.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$12,829
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty63.8%
County GDP$279M
Commute32 min
Housing
Home Value$9,999
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity31.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain20.3 in/yr
Elevation1,445 ft (440 m)
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+78.3%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 32%
Commute32 min
Broadband43.0%
Libraries2
Is Orient a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Orient receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Orient faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 63.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Orient is $9,999, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Orient experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.3 inches, including 46.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Orient has a population of 69 with a density of 160 people per square mile. The median age is 59.6 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.9%), with 26.1% Hispanic.
Population
59.6yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Orient is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 63.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $12,829 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,014 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,991 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 63.8% |
| 414% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 271 |
| County GDP | $279M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 22 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,383 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 33.83% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 58.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Orient is $9,999, 96% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $9,999 |
| 96% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,383 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 33.83% |
In Orient, 31.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 17.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Orient vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.4% |
| 2% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.3% |
| Asthma | 9.4% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.2% |
| Depression | 20.8% |
| Mental Distress | 14.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 51.5% |
| Premature Death | 13,026/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
Orient has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 46.4°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 20.3 inches |
| 47% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 46.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,445 ft (440 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 160/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.8638°N, 118.2059°W |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles |
| County FIPS | 53019 |