Median Income
$60,000
20% lower than US avg
Home Value
$55,000
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$506
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.3%
49% lower than US avg
How Orleans Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population335
Median Age53.5 yrs
Density558/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
A
Median Income$60,000
Per Capita$34,973
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$267M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$55,000
Rent$506
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$99,512
Health
Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Elevation2,024 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+87.8%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%
Commute26 min
Libraries2
Is Orleans a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Orleans receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Orleans stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Orleans is $60,000, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Orleans is $55,000, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $506 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Orleans experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.7 inches, including 15.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Orleans has a population of 335 with a density of 558 people per square mile. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.5%), with 1.2% Hispanic.
Population
53.5yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.2% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.8% |
| 79% below US avg |
The median household income in Orleans is $60,000, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,000 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,973 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $869 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,154 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.4% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.3% |
| 49% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 128 |
| County GDP | $267M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 10 |
| Healthcare | 9 |
| Retail | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,500 |
| 29% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 8.18% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.3 min |
| Work from Home | 13.1% |
The median home value in Orleans is $55,000, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $506 (56% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $99,512.
Home Values
| Census Median | $55,000 |
| 80% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $99,512 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $506 |
| 56% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,500 |
| 29% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 8.18% |
In Orleans, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.1% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Orleans vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.6% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.8% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.3% |
| Depression | 19.1% |
| Mental Distress | 15.9% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.7% |
| Premature Death | 8,062/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 47.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 9 |
Crime Rates: Orleans vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Orleans has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
78°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 24.7 inches |
| 35% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 15.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,024 ft (617 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 558/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1317°N, 99.4551°W |
| County FIPS | 31083 |