Median Income
$64,504
14% lower than US avg
Home Value
$109,900
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$817
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.6%
6% lower than US avg
How Orleans Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,191
Median Age47.3 yrs
Density1,281/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Economy
B+
Median Income$64,504
Per Capita$32,745
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty11.6%
County GDP$992M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$109,900
Rent$817
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$190,936
Health
Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.5 in/yr
Elevation634 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+82.3%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute22 min
Libraries3
Is Orleans a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Orleans receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Orleans offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Orleans is $64,504, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Orleans is $109,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Orleans experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Orleans has a population of 2,191 with a density of 1,281 people per square mile. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%).
Population
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.4% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.6% |
| 81% below US avg |
The median household income in Orleans is $64,504, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $64,504 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,745 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $867 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,247 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.6% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 400 |
| County GDP | $992M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 43 |
| Healthcare | 45 |
| Retail | 61 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,643 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.40% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.3 min |
| Work from Home | 6.5% |
The median home value in Orleans is $109,900, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $190,936.
Home Values
| Census Median | $109,900 |
| 61% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $190,936 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $817 |
| 30% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,643 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.40% |
In Orleans, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.0% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Orleans vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.7% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.3% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.3% |
| Depression | 29.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.2% |
| Premature Death | 9,621/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 45 |
Crime Rates: Orleans vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Orleans has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 54.1°F |
| 0% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 49.5 inches |
| 30% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 12.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 634 ft (193 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,281/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.6611°N, 86.4517°W |
| County FIPS | 18117 |