Median Income
$93,750
25% higher than US avg
Home Value
$77,900
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$494
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Oriska Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population234
Median Age30.6 yrs
Density867/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
A+
Median Income$93,750
Per Capita$29,471
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$19,105M
Commute32 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$77,900
Rent$494
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$205,283
Rent Burden13.8%
Health
Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain23.6 in/yr
Elevation1,270 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+90.1%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute32 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries8
Is Oriska a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Oriska receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Oriska offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Oriska is $93,750, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Oriska is $77,900, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $494 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Oriska has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Oriska has a population of 234 with a density of 867 people per square mile. The median age is 30.6 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%), with 4.7% Hispanic.
Population
30.6yrs
Median Age
21% below 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 Oriska is $93,750, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $93,750 |
| 25% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,471 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,285 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $99,188 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 9,494 |
| County GDP | $19,105M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 480 |
| Healthcare | 610 |
| Retail | 678 |
| Manufacturing | 197 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,730 |
| 149% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 11.21% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.6 min |
| Work from Home | 2.9% |
The median home value in Oriska is $77,900, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $494 (58% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,283.
Home Values
| Census Median | $77,900 |
| 72% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $205,283 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $494 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 13.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,730 |
| 149% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 11.21% |
In Oriska, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Oriska vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.1% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.0% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 25.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.3% |
| Depression | 21.3% |
| Mental Distress | 14.7% |
| Physical Distress | 10.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.5% |
| Premature Death | 6,730/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 610 |
Crime Rates: Oriska vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Oriska has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
13°F Jan (-11°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 45.1°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 23.6 inches |
| 38% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,270 ft (387 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 867/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.9311°N, 97.7905°W |
| County FIPS | 38017 |