Omer city, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026

Population Overview

Omer city is a small community located in Michigan, within Arenac County. The total population is 247. It ranks as the 656th most populous out of 745 cities and towns in Michigan.

Age Demographics

The median age in Omer city is 57.1 years. This is 42% higher than the state median of 40.1 years. Only 7.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Omer city is $48,750. This is 31% lower than the state median of $71,149. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 38% lower. The poverty rate stands at 6.1%. This is 53% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.1%. The unemployment rate is 14.3%. This is 146% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $89,100. Housing costs are 59% lower than the state median of $217,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Omer city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 86.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 72.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Omer city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.1% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 4.0%. The Black or African American population (4.0%) is well below the state average of 13.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 5.7%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 3.3%.

Education

7.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 78% lower than the state rate of 31.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 86.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Omer city, Michigan is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Michigan state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 745 Census-designated places in Michigan. For official data, visit data.census.gov.