Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 17.0% ▲ 70% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.2% ▼ 25% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.5% ▲ 53% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 149 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,935 (37%) |
| Some College | 2,758 (17.2%) |
| Associates | 2,523 (15.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,083 (13%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,609 (16.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $53,087 ▼ 30% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $139,132 ▼ 50% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $809/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 17,257 |
| Vacant Units | 7,200 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Ogemaw County is located in Michigan and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 22,738 residents. With a median age of 51.53, it is a mature county.
Ogemaw County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $53,086 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.5%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 17.0% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Ogemaw County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $139,132 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $808. Homeownership rates are high at 83.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Ogemaw County are primarily White (93.27%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 29.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Ogemaw County, MI is a working-class area in Michigan. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48610 | Alger | 3,261 | $54,665 | $125,900 | $788 | 12.8% | 31.3% |
| 48635 | Lupton | 1,535 | $59,861 | $135,400 | — | 6.6% | 26.7% |
| 48756 | Prescott | 3,939 | $39,435 | $85,300 | $851 | 10.9% | 17.2% |
| 48654 | Rose City | 2,455 | $46,563 | $134,200 | $635 | 6.9% | 29.8% |
| 48761 | South Branch | 804 | $44,647 | $113,000 | — | 8.1% | 20.3% |
| 48661 | West Branch | 10,744 | $58,767 | $166,500 | $839 | 4.8% | 33.7% |