Oscoda County, MI
Livability
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Bikeability
4/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
1/10
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Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.
Residents
Population
8,338
332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
14.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$50,581
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$126,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$427
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$463
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
41.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Michigan
4
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Michigan
3
United States
4
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.
Liberal (38%) (59%) ConservativeClimate
Warm-summer continental climate. Warm summers and cold winters with substantial seasonal variation. See monthly weather averages below.
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 26 | 18 |
| Feb | 1 | 18 | 19 |
| Mar | 2 | 11 | 28 |
| Apr | 3 | 3 | 42 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 53 |
| Jun | 3 | 0 | 63 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 67 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 65 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 58 |
| Oct | 3 | 1 | 46 |
| Nov | 2 | 9 | 35 |
| Dec | 2 | 24 | 24 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
MioAuSable Elementary School
2 miles, SW
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MioAuSable High School
2 miles, SW
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Fairview School
4 miles, E
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Lewiston Elementary School
16 miles, N
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Colleges
Kirtland Community College
29 miles, W
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Alpena Community College
43 miles, E
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Mid Michigan College
59 miles, SW
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North Central Michigan College
62 miles, N
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Hospitals
Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital
29 miles, W
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Midmichigan Medical Center-West Branch
30 miles, SW
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Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital
36 miles, NW
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Tawas St Joseph Hospital
42 miles, SE
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Airports
Alpena County Regional Airport
39 miles, E
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Pellston Regional Airport of Emmet County
69 miles, N
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Cherry Capital Airport
72 miles, NW
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MBS International Airport
80 miles, S
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