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Oscoda, MI
Census-designated place in Iosco County, Michigan.
Population
654
Land area
0.9sq mi
People per sq mi
751
ZIP codes
0
Oscoda and its ZIP codes
Oscoda at a glance
- Oscoda is about 4.2 times as dense as Michigan as a whole.
- The median household income is $46,801, 36% below the Michigan median of $72,875.
- A typical owner-occupied home is valued at $86,500 (63% below Michigan) and median rent is $522 a month.
Local data for Oscoda, MI
Counts from official public data
Housing and community stats
Oscoda, MI, American Community Survey 2020-2024
Median household income
$46,801
Poverty rate
18.5%
Median home value
$86,500
Median rent
$522/mo
Homeownership
76.6%
Bachelor's or higher
29.5%
Median age
54.9
Average commute
12.4 min
Largest reported origins and ancestries: German Americans (236), French Americans (79), Polish Americans (62).
Economy and federal money
Jobs, pay, income and spending are for Iosco County. PPP loans are for Oscoda.
Unemployment rate
6.7%
Aug 2026, 0.0 pts in a year
Average annual pay
$61,063
7,624 jobs, 2025
Income per person
$52,230
BEA, 2024
Federal spending
$256M
FY 2026, $10,135 per person
How people get to work
Oscoda, MI, workers 16 and older. American Community Survey 5-year estimates
- Drove alone86.5%
- Carpooled6.4%
- Public transit0.0%
- Walked1.8%
- Bicycle0.0%
- Taxi, ride-hailing, motorcycle or other0.0%
- Worked from home5.3%
Average one-way commute: 12.4 minutes for people who do not work from home.
Environment and hazard risk
Oscoda, MI, from FEMA, NOAA and EPA
Natural hazard risk
Very Low
Top: winter weather
Storm events since 1996
200
Countywide, mostly hail
Flood insurance policies
183
1.0% of homes, county
July high / Jan low
80° / 13°F
32.3 inches of rain a year
Health statistics
Share of adults in Oscoda, MI, CDC PLACES estimates
Obesity
39.2%
U.S. 33.3% +5.9 pts
Diabetes
15.6%
U.S. 12.1% +3.5 pts
Smoking
19.1%
U.S. 12.8% +6.3 pts
Uninsured (18-64)
8.6%
U.S. 11.1% -2.5 pts
Cities near Oscoda
| Name | Distance | Land area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|
| Au SableCensus-designated place | 1.3 mi | 2.1 |
| East TawasCity | 12 mi | 2.8 |
| Tawas CityCity | 15 mi | 1.7 |
| HarrisvilleCity | 16 mi | 0.6 |
| Sand LakeCensus-designated place | 18 mi | 14.9 |
| LincolnVillage | 18 mi | 0.8 |
| Lost Lake WoodsCensus-designated place | 26 mi | 5 |
| WhittemoreCity | 27 mi | 1 |
| Hubbard LakeCensus-designated place | 29 mi | 8.7 |
| TurnerVillage | 30 mi | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
- What county is Oscoda, MI in?
- Oscoda is in Iosco County, Michigan.
- What is the population of Oscoda, MI?
- About 654 people live in Oscoda, based on American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
- What cities are near Oscoda?
- Nearby places include Au Sable (1.3 mi), East Tawas (12 mi), Tawas City (15 mi), Harrisville (16 mi), Sand Lake (18 mi).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (TIGER/Line boundaries, American Community Survey) · Data as of 12/31/2023