Median Income
$57,604
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$156,300
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.1%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$757
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.7%
30% lower than US avg
How Orleans Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population848
Median Age38.2 yrs
Density964/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
A
Median Income$57,604
Per Capita$31,743
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$1,563M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$156,300
Rent$757
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$150,933
Health
Obesity32.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp42°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Elevation772 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.1%
High School+92.4%
School Score5.95
Community
2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute27 min
EV Stations1
Libraries14
Is Orleans a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Orleans receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $57,604, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Orleans is $156,300, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $757 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Orleans has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches, including 98.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.
Orleans has a population of 848 with a density of 964 people per square mile. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).
Population
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.3% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.7% |
| 80% below US avg |
The median household income in Orleans is $57,604, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,604 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,743 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $988 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,823 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.7% |
| 30% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,102 |
| County GDP | $1,563M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 62 |
| Healthcare | 81 |
| Retail | 116 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,963 |
| 99% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.45% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.8 min |
| Work from Home | 8.0% |
The median home value in Orleans is $156,300, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $757 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $150,933.
Home Values
| Census Median | $156,300 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $150,933 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $757 |
| 35% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $940 |
| 1 Bedroom | $993 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,184 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,528 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,986 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,963 |
| 99% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.45% |
In Orleans, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Orleans vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.6% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.8% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.4% |
| Depression | 27.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 8,961/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 81 |
Crime Rates: Orleans vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Orleans has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.
Temperature
14°F Jan (-10°C)
67°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 41.8°F |
| 23% below US avg |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.8 inches |
| 15% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 98.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 31.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 772 ft (235 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 964/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.8088°N, 72.1995°W |
| County FIPS | 50019 |