Median Income
$76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value
$101,800
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.4%
89% lower than US avg
How Oslo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population297
Median Age32.3 yrs
Density803/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans2.5%
Economy
A+
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$32,822
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$1,027M
Commute32 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$101,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$171,111
Rent Burden25.8%
Health
Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Elevation808 ft (246 m)
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+92.9%
School Score6.08
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute32 min
Broadband95.6%
Libraries3
Is Oslo a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Oslo receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Oslo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Oslo is $76,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Oslo is $101,800, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Oslo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Oslo has a population of 297 with a density of 803 people per square mile. The median age is 32.3 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.8%), with 1.3% Hispanic.
Population
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 69.9% |
| 11% below US avg |
| Spanish | 30.1% |
| 125% above US avg |
The median household income in Oslo is $76,250, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $76,250 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,822 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,100 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $81,292 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.4% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 519 |
| County GDP | $1,027M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Healthcare | 35 |
| Retail | 46 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,643 |
| 33% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.56% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.0% |
The median home value in Oslo is $101,800, 64% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,111.
Home Values
| Census Median | $101,800 |
| 64% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $171,111 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,643 |
| 33% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.56% |
In Oslo, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Oslo vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.5% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.9% |
| Depression | 23.9% |
| Mental Distress | 16.3% |
| Physical Distress | 11.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.3% |
| Premature Death | 6,772/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 35 |
Oslo has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
8°F Jan (-14°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 42.0°F |
| 22% below US avg |
| January Average | 8°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 808 ft (246 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 803/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.1956°N, 97.1314°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 38099 |