Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 14.4% ▲ 44% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.3% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 11% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 206 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,729 (36.8%) |
| Some College | 2,673 (14.6%) |
| Associates | 2,863 (15.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,927 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,871 (21.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,046 ▼ 19% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $165,323 ▼ 41% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $781/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 16,381 |
| Vacant Units | 5,602 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Oceana County is located in Michigan and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 27,719 residents. With a median age of 45.06, it is a mature county.
Oceana County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $62,046 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.4%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 14.4% is above the national average.
Housing in Oceana County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $165,323 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $781. Homeownership rates are high at 85.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Oceana County are primarily White (80.43%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Oceana County, MI is a solidly middle-class area in Michigan. The 8 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49420 | Hart | 6,109 | $58,583 | $153,300 | $777 | 4.6% | 31.5% |
| 49421 | Hesperia | 5,700 | $54,858 | $148,000 | $734 | 2.2% | 22.5% |
| 49436 | Mears | 1,688 | $67,344 | $232,100 | $956 | 11.8% | 37.2% |
| 49446 | New Era | 2,306 | $71,136 | $191,500 | $856 | 4.3% | 30.0% |
| 49449 | Pentwater | 2,794 | $74,286 | $282,400 | $719 | 5.0% | 50.8% |
| 49452 | Rothbury | 2,299 | $55,833 | $114,700 | $800 | 12.6% | 28.4% |
| 49455 | Shelby | 5,272 | $65,640 | $144,900 | $697 | 4.4% | 33.0% |
| 49459 | Walkerville | 1,551 | $57,773 | $98,300 | $1,037 | 9.4% | 20.8% |