Owendale, MI

Michigan

Owendale is a small town in Michigan with a population of 207. Residents earn $60,000 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
207 Population 280/sq mi density
$60,000 Median Income $30,243 per capita
$65,000 Home Value $155,059 Zillow
$933 Median Rent 21.7% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$60,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,000 home value, $933/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,000
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,000
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $933
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

How Owendale Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population207
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density280/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,000
Per Capita$30,243
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$1,769M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,000
Rent$933
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$155,059
Housing Units104
Rent Burden21.7%

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking17.9%
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation643 ft (196 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+85.0%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute20 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries10

Is Owendale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Owendale receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Owendale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Owendale is $60,000, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Owendale is $65,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $933 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Owendale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches, including 42.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Owendale has a population of 207 with a density of 280 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.2%).

Population

207
Total Population
280
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Owendale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Owendale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Owendale is $60,000, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Owendale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,000
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,243
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$56,247

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)921
County GDP$1,769M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare108
Retail136
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,650
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Owendale is $65,000, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $933 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $155,059.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,000
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$155,059

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$933
20% below US avg
Rent Burden21.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.7%
Housing Units104
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,650
4% above US avg
Effective Rate5.62%
In Owendale, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 28.2% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Owendale vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits62.6%
Premature Death9,016/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access54.7%
Healthcare Facilities108
Owendale has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.1 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall42.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation643 ft (196 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density280/sq mi
Coordinates43.7274°N, 83.2671°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.9%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+85.0%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density280/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants66
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home0.0%

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