Owosso, MI

Michigan

Owosso is a small city in Michigan with a population of 14,658. Residents earn $53,702 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
14,658 Population 2,792/sq mi density
$53,702 Median Income $31,760 per capita
$121,500 Home Value $179,004 Zillow
$831 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
572 Violent Crime/100K 2,594 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$53,702 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,500 home value, $831/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
572 violent crimes/100K (51% above avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,702
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,500
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 572/100K
51% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.7%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $831
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population14,658
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density2,792/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,702
Per Capita$31,760
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$2,377M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,500
Rent$831
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$179,004

Crime

F
Violent572/100K
Property2,594/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault415/100K
Burglary477/100K

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Elevation741 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.7%
High School+90.2%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute23 min
EV Stations5
Libraries11

Is Owosso a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Owosso receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Owosso offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Owosso is $53,702, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Owosso is $121,500, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $831 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 572 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,594 per 100,000, 32% above the national average.

Education

19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Owosso experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Owosso has a population of 14,658 with a density of 2,792 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

14,658
Total Population
2,792
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Owosso vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Owosso vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Owosso is $53,702, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Owosso vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,702
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,760
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$60,111

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,180
County GDP$2,377M

Business (County)

Restaurants110
Healthcare141
Retail189
Manufacturing64

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,441
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Owosso is $121,500, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $831 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $179,004.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,500
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$179,004
Median List Price$157,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$157,450
$/Sq Ft$124
Homes Sold19
Sale-to-List Ratio93.7%
Price Drops17.1%
Inventory35

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$831
29% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,441
27% above US avg
Effective Rate3.66%
In Owosso, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.6% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma12.3%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression30.6%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate77.9%
Premature Death8,145/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access70.0%
Healthcare Facilities141
Owosso has a violent crime rate of 572 per 100,000 residents, 51% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,594 per 100,000 (32% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Owosso vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent572.0/100K
51% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape156.6/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault415.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,594.5/100K
32% above US avg
Burglary476.7/100K
Theft1,981.6/100K
Vehicle Theft136.2/100K
Arson13.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Owosso has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.6 inches
12% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation741 ft (226 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.6 km²)
Population Density2,792/sq mi
Coordinates42.9953°N, 84.1758°W
County FIPS26155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.8%
D 37.7%

Winner: Republican by 23.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.7%
42% below US avg
High School+90.2%
School Test Score5.23
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density2,792/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities141
Restaurants110
Retail Stores189

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Work from Home5.5%

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