Ogemaw County, Michigan Housing Market
In Ogemaw County, Michigan, the median home value is $154,900, with a median monthly rent of $823. This places Ogemaw County at #2143 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #63 within Michigan.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $888
- Establishments: 591
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 60
- Multi-family: 2
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 8,741 (avg $53,794)
- Outflow: 8,216 (avg $53,351)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 3 active ZIP codes in Ogemaw County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 48635 | 238.4 | +20.08% | 2025 |
| 2 | 48654 | 190.4 | +10.88% | 2025 |
| 3 | 48661 | 205.8 | +7.70% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Ogemaw County | Michigan Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $154,900 | $197,292 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $823 | $905 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 83.7% | 80.2% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 15.7 | 17.9 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Ogemaw County is 21.5% below the Michigan state average and 32.0% below the U.S. national average. The median rent of $823/month is 9.1% below the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 15.7, the buy-vs-rent decision in Ogemaw County is balanced. Whether buying or renting makes more sense depends on your time horizon, down payment capacity, and local market conditions.
Ogemaw County has an owner-occupancy rate of 83.7%, compared to 80.2% in Michigan and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more homeowner-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pike County | Indiana | $154,900 | $739 |
| De Soto Parish | Louisiana | $154,900 | $687 |
| Allegany County | Maryland | $154,900 | $805 |
| Broome County | New York | $154,900 | $941 |
| Belmont County | Ohio | $154,900 | $793 |
Other Counties in Michigan
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Osceola County | $155,400 | $807 | 83.7% |
| Huron County | $154,300 | $788 | 81.8% |
| Alpena County | $153,900 | $673 | 80.0% |
| Dickinson County | $153,300 | $797 | 82.4% |
| Saginaw County | $152,800 | $947 | 74.1% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).