Median Income
$34,500
54% lower than US avg
Home Value
$45,000
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
3.9%
88% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
47.8%
49% higher than US avg
Unemployment
7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
25.0%
102% higher than US avg
How Osage Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population106
Median Age54.3 yrs
Density342/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 61%
Veterans69.0%
Economy
C
Median Income$34,500
Per Capita$20,793
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty25.0%
County GDP$457M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$45,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity47.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease8.0%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Elevation859 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+3.9%
High School+87.0%
School Score4.71
Community
2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute26 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries2
Is Osage a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Osage receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Osage has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Osage is $34,500, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 25.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Osage is $45,000, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
3.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Osage enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Osage has a population of 106 with a density of 342 people per square mile. The median age is 54.3 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.3%), with 28.3% Hispanic.
Population
54.3yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.7% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.3% |
| 60% below US avg |
The median household income in Osage is $34,500, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $34,500 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,793 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $870 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,128 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.2% |
| 100% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 25.0% |
| 102% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 358 |
| County GDP | $457M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 36 |
| Retail | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,394 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.32% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.2 min |
| Work from Home | 4.7% |
The median home value in Osage is $45,000, 84% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $45,000 |
| 84% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $933 |
| 1 Bedroom | $987 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,217 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,602 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,858 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,394 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.32% |
In Osage, 47.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 34.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Osage vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 47.8% |
| 49% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.6% |
| Heart Disease | 8.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.7% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 9.8% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.6% |
| Depression | 27.2% |
| Mental Distress | 21.0% |
| Physical Distress | 16.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 13,688/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 33.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 36 |
Crime Rates: Osage vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Osage has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 60.8°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.8 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 8.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 76.9% |
| Unhealthy Days | 5 |
Geography
| Elevation | 859 ft (262 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 342/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.2957°N, 96.4172°W |
| County FIPS | 40117 |