Median Income
$37,188
51% lower than US avg
Home Value
$71,800
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.6%
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.4%
16% higher than US avg
How Oscoda Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population757
Median Age54.5 yrs
Density870/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans5.8%
Economy
B
Median Income$37,188
Per Capita$24,667
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty14.4%
County GDP$1,265M
Commute11 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$71,800
RentN/A
Ownership77.8%
Zillow$143,885
Rent Burden26.3%
Health
Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.0%
Heart Disease7.1%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.3 in/yr
Elevation584 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.6%
High School+90.8%
School Score4.96
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute11 min
Broadband87.1%
EV Stations2
Libraries5
Is Oscoda a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Oscoda receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Oscoda offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Oscoda is $37,188, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Oscoda is $71,800, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
20.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.
Climate & Weather
Oscoda experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.3 inches, including 49.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Oscoda has a population of 757 with a density of 870 people per square mile. The median age is 54.5 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89%), with 8.1% Hispanic.
Population
54.5yrs
Median Age
40% 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 Oscoda is $37,188, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $37,188 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,667 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,141 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,163 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.4% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 621 |
| County GDP | $1,265M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 74 |
| Healthcare | 75 |
| Retail | 114 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,214 |
| 20% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.87% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 10.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 81.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.1% |
The median home value in Oscoda is $71,800, 75% below the national average. 77.8% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $143,885.
Home Values
| Census Median | $71,800 |
| 75% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $143,885 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $689 |
| 1 Bedroom | $742 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $973 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,287 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 77.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 77.8% |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,214 |
| 20% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.87% |
In Oscoda, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.0% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Oscoda vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.8% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.6% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.5% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 9.9% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.1% |
| Depression | 30.0% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 16.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 12,006/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 75 |
Crime Rates: Oscoda vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Oscoda has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 45.6°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 32.3 inches |
| 15% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 49.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 584 ft (178 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 870/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.4241°N, 83.3322°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County FIPS | 26069 |