Median Income
$23,000
69% lower than US avg
Home Value
$77,500
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
2.0%
94% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.8%
27% higher than US avg
How Orrum Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population56
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density117/mi²
Male / Female38% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 54%
Veterans51.0%
Economy
C+
Median Income$23,000
Per Capita$16,005
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.8%
County GDP$5,045M
Commute12 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$77,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Elevation96 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+2.0%
High School+69.4%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute12 min
Broadband30.0%
Libraries7
Is Orrum a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Orrum receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Orrum has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Orrum is $23,000, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Orrum is $77,500, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Orrum enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Orrum has a population of 56 with a density of 117 people per square mile. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.6%), with 14.3% Black.
Population
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 82.3% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Spanish | 17.7% |
| 32% above US avg |
The median household income in Orrum is $23,000, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $23,000 |
| 69% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $16,005 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $884 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $45,814 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 15.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,176 |
| County GDP | $5,045M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 189 |
| Healthcare | 289 |
| Retail | 381 |
| Manufacturing | 58 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,882 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.72% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 11.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Orrum is $77,500, 73% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $77,500 |
| 73% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,882 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.72% |
Health Metrics: Orrum vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Premature Death | 18,938/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 289 |
Crime Rates: Orrum vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 59 |
Safety Score
Orrum has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 61.6°F |
| 14% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 51.4 inches |
| 35% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 96 ft (29 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 117/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.4667°N, 79.0089°W |
| County FIPS | 37155 |