Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 15.4% ▲ 54% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.5% ▼ 29% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.9% ▲ 40% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 296 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,883 (39.7%) |
| Some College | 2,544 (14.7%) |
| Associates | 2,852 (16.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,829 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,929 (16.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,160 ▼ 25% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $138,423 ▼ 50% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $808/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 14,833 |
| Vacant Units | 4,377 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Osceola County is located in Michigan and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 26,564 residents. With a median age of 44.56, it is a middle-aged county.
Osceola County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $57,160 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.9%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 15.4% is above the national average.
Housing in Osceola County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $138,423 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $808. Homeownership rates are high at 85.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Osceola County are primarily White (92.23%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 27.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Osceola County, MI is a solidly middle-class area in Michigan. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49631 | Evart | 5,646 | $46,250 | $120,700 | $796 | 8.5% | 26.2% |
| 49639 | Hersey | 2,420 | $62,409 | $136,900 | $744 | 6.7% | 29.1% |
| 49655 | Leroy | 3,415 | $67,375 | $171,800 | $813 | 9.8% | 27.5% |
| 49665 | Marion | 4,022 | $51,125 | $139,000 | $788 | 4.0% | 25.8% |
| 49677 | Reed City | 7,286 | $58,829 | $122,900 | $713 | 7.7% | 27.9% |
| 49679 | Sears | 1,332 | $59,313 | $168,300 | $1,023 | 4.1% | 26.4% |
| 49688 | Tustin | 2,443 | $66,680 | $163,300 | $1,094 | 2.7% | 30.9% |