Otsego County, MI
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Otsego County Overview
25,221
TOTAL POPULATION
12,768
MALE POPULATION
12,453
FEMALE POPULATION
102.53
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.53
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.6
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,190
PER CAPITA INCOME
$80,141
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$62,865
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
17.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
82.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,187
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
12,465
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Otsego County
The most populous races in Otsego County are White / Caucasian (23,913 | 94.8%), Two or more Races (788 | 3.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (467 | 1.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 121 | 0.5% |
| Black / African American | 246 | 1.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 2 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 467 | 1.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 78 | 0.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 23,913 | 94.8% |
| Two or more Races | 788 | 3.1% |
| Some other Race | 73 | 0.3% |
| Total | 25,221 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Otsego County
The most populous ancestries reported in Otsego County are German (6,127 | 24.3%), Irish (4,152 | 16.5%), English (3,422 | 13.6%), Polish (3,255 | 12.9%), and American (1,692 | 6.7%), together accounting for 73.9% of all Otsego County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 108 | 0.4% |
| Albanian | 2 | 0.0% |
| American | 1,692 | 6.7% |
| Arab | 51 | 0.2% |
| Argentinean | 23 | 0.1% |
| Armenian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 44 | 0.2% |
| Bangladeshi | 17 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 106 | 0.4% |
| Bhutanese | 38 | 0.2% |
| Blackfeet | 3 | 0.0% |
| British | 90 | 0.4% |
| Burmese | 25 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 96 | 0.4% |
| Celtic | 4 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 54 | 0.2% |
| Cherokee | 12 | 0.1% |
| Chippewa | 226 | 0.9% |
| Costa Rican | 10 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 79 | 0.3% |
| Cuban | 69 | 0.3% |
| Czech | 180 | 0.7% |
| Czechoslovakian | 69 | 0.3% |
| Danish | 97 | 0.4% |
| Dutch | 522 | 2.1% |
| Eastern European | 72 | 0.3% |
| Egyptian | 2 | 0.0% |
| English | 3,422 | 13.6% |
| Ethiopian | 8 | 0.0% |
| European | 371 | 1.5% |
| Finnish | 98 | 0.4% |
| French | 1,563 | 6.2% |
| French Canadian | 489 | 1.9% |
| German | 6,127 | 24.3% |
| Greek | 28 | 0.1% |
| Guatemalan | 16 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 157 | 0.6% |
| Indian (Asian) | 1 | 0.0% |
| Iranian | 32 | 0.1% |
| Iraqi | 25 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 4,152 | 16.5% |
| Italian | 1,184 | 4.7% |
| Jamaican | 4 | 0.0% |
| Japanese | 8 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 76 | 0.3% |
| Lebanese | 10 | 0.0% |
| Lithuanian | 17 | 0.1% |
| Maltese | 22 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 267 | 1.1% |
| Mongolian | 19 | 0.1% |
| Native Hawaiian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Nigerian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 22 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 336 | 1.3% |
| Osage | 4 | 0.0% |
| Ottawa | 46 | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 19 | 0.1% |
| Pennsylvania German | 14 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 3,255 | 12.9% |
| Portuguese | 10 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 15 | 0.1% |
| Romanian | 111 | 0.4% |
| Russian | 32 | 0.1% |
| Salvadoran | 28 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 85 | 0.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 232 | 0.9% |
| Scottish | 563 | 2.2% |
| Serbian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Sioux | 28 | 0.1% |
| Slavic | 15 | 0.1% |
| Slovak | 20 | 0.1% |
| South American | 23 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 2 | 0.0% |
| Spanish | 6 | 0.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 144 | 0.6% |
| Sudanese | 23 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 282 | 1.1% |
| Swiss | 14 | 0.1% |
| Syrian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Trinidadian and Tobagonian | 29 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 31 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 246 | 1.0% |
| Yugoslavian | 31 | 0.1% | View All 83 Rows |
Immigrants in Otsego County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Otsego County came from Asia (116 | 0.5%), Europe (89 | 0.4%), Latin America (61 | 0.2%), Canada (53 | 0.2%), and South Eastern Asia (52 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.5% of all Otsego County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 8 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 116 | 0.5% |
| Brazil | 10 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 53 | 0.2% |
| Caribbean | 19 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 32 | 0.1% |
| China | 1 | 0.0% |
| Costa Rica | 3 | 0.0% |
| Czechoslovakia | 9 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 8 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 29 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Europe | 17 | 0.1% |
| England | 29 | 0.1% |
| Ethiopia | 8 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 89 | 0.4% |
| Germany | 16 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 6 | 0.0% |
| Iran | 32 | 0.1% |
| Iraq | 1 | 0.0% |
| Italy | 5 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 28 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 61 | 0.2% |
| Malaysia | 19 | 0.1% |
| Mexico | 23 | 0.1% |
| Nepal | 2 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 38 | 0.2% |
| Philippines | 14 | 0.1% |
| Scotland | 3 | 0.0% |
| Serbia | 2 | 0.0% |
| South America | 10 | 0.0% |
| South Central Asia | 34 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 52 | 0.2% |
| Southern Europe | 18 | 0.1% |
| Spain | 3 | 0.0% |
| Thailand | 19 | 0.1% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 19 | 0.1% |
| Ukraine | 6 | 0.0% |
| Western Asia | 1 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 16 | 0.1% | View All 39 Rows |
Sex and Age in Otsego County
Sex and Age in Otsego County
The most populous age groups in Otsego County are 55 to 59 Years (1,085 | 8.5%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (1,045 | 8.4%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 667 (5.2%) | 612 (4.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 921 (7.2%) | 575 (4.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 670 (5.2%) | 858 (6.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 775 (6.1%) | 721 (5.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 664 (5.2%) | 646 (5.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 735 (5.8%) | 651 (5.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 728 (5.7%) | 705 (5.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 728 (5.7%) | 706 (5.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 748 (5.9%) | 620 (5.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 699 (5.5%) | 704 (5.7%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 890 (7.0%) | 835 (6.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,085 (8.5%) | 1,045 (8.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 863 (6.8%) | 907 (7.3%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 979 (7.7%) | 910 (7.3%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 688 (5.4%) | 780 (6.3%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 484 (3.8%) | 577 (4.6%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 211 (1.7%) | 223 (1.8%) |
| 85 Years and over | 233 (1.8%) | 378 (3.0%) |
| Total | 12,768 (100.0%) | 12,453 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Otsego County
Median Family Size in Otsego County
The median family size in Otsego County is 2.84 persons per family, with married-couple families (5,295 | 76.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.88 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (596 | 8.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.49 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,295 (76.0%) | 2.88 |
| Single Male/Father | 596 (8.6%) | 2.49 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,075 (15.4%) | 2.87 |
| Total Families | 6,966 (100.0%) | 2.84 |
Median Household Size in Otsego County
The median household size in Otsego County is 2.31 persons per household, with single female/mother households (1,075 | 10.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.08 persons per household. non-family households (3,800 | 35.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,295 (49.2%) | 2.88 |
| Single Male/Father | 596 (5.5%) | 2.81 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,075 (10.0%) | 3.08 |
| Non-family | 3,800 (35.3%) | 1.21 |
| Total Households | 10,766 (100.0%) | 2.31 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Otsego County
Out of a total of 10,766 households in Otsego County, 6,966 (64.7%) are family households, while 3,800 (35.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,607, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,988.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,988 (27.8%) |
| 2-Person Households | 3,607 (33.5%) | 775 (7.2%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,460 (13.6%) | 21 (0.2%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,208 (11.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 466 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 180 (1.7%) | 16 (0.2%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 45 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,966 (64.7%) | 3,800 (35.3%) |
Female Fertility in Otsego County
Fertility by Age in Otsego County
Average fertility rate in Otsego County is 53.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 99.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 74.8% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 199 (74.8%) | 99.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 67 (25.2%) | 29.0 |
| Total | 266 (100.0%) | 53.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Otsego County
50.0% of women with births (266) in Otsego County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 61.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 14.9% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 76 (38.2%) | 123 (61.8%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 57 (85.1%) | 10 (14.9%) |
| Total | 133 (50.0%) | 133 (50.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Otsego County
Average fertility rate in Otsego County is 53.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 232.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the lowest fertility at 11.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree represent 33.5% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 68 (25.6%) | 92.0 |
| High School Diploma | 12 (4.5%) | 11.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 59 (22.2%) | 31.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 38 (14.3%) | 41.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 89 (33.5%) | 232.0 |
| Total | 266 (100.0%) | 53.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Otsego County
50.0% of women with births in Otsego County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 5 (7.3%) | 63 (92.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 30 (50.8%) | 29 (49.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 38 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 60 (67.4%) | 29 (32.6%) |
| Total | 133 (50.0%) | 133 (50.0%) |
Income in Otsego County
Income Overview in Otsego County
Per Capita Income in Otsego County is $34,190, while median incomes of families and households are $80,141 and $62,865 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 25,221 | $34,190 |
| Median Family Income | 6,966 | $80,141 |
| Mean Family Income | 6,966 | $90,606 |
| Median Household Income | 10,766 | $62,865 |
| Mean Household Income | 10,766 | $79,912 |
| Income Deficit | 6,966 | $9,187 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 25,221 | 17.87% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 25,221 | 82.13¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 25,221 | 0.43 |
Earnings by Sex in Otsego County
Average Earnings in Otsego County are $34,855, $37,934 for men and $31,154 for women, a difference of 17.9%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 7,261 (54.7%) | $37,934 |
| Female | 6,016 (45.3%) | $31,154 |
| Total | 13,277 (100.0%) | $34,855 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Otsego County
The most common earnings brackets in Otsego County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (809 | 11.1%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (551 | 9.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 442 (6.1%) | 377 (6.3%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 235 (3.2%) | 245 (4.1%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 356 (4.9%) | 252 (4.2%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 155 (2.1%) | 120 (2.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 172 (2.4%) | 183 (3.0%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 117 (1.6%) | 325 (5.4%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 330 (4.5%) | 228 (3.8%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 320 (4.4%) | 345 (5.7%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 246 (3.4%) | 215 (3.6%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 187 (2.6%) | 267 (4.4%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 332 (4.6%) | 373 (6.2%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 500 (6.9%) | 341 (5.7%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 379 (5.2%) | 294 (4.9%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 224 (3.1%) | 551 (9.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 399 (5.5%) | 424 (7.0%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 466 (6.4%) | 190 (3.2%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 417 (5.7%) | 459 (7.6%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 395 (5.4%) | 247 (4.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 809 (11.1%) | 432 (7.2%) |
| $100,000+ | 780 (10.7%) | 148 (2.5%) |
| Total | 7,261 (100.0%) | 6,016 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Otsego County
Average earnings in Otsego County are $45,577 for men and $34,767 for women, a difference of 23.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $66,902, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $28,289. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $67,313, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $22,832.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $28,289 | $22,832 |
| High School Diploma | $34,945 | $27,300 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $53,369 | $33,838 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $48,158 | $46,023 |
| Graduate Degree | $66,902 | $67,313 |
| Total | $45,577 | $34,767 |
Family Income in Otsego County
Family Income Brackets in Otsego County
According to the Otsego County family income data, there are 1,567 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.5% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 104 families (1.5%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 146 | 2.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 104 | 1.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 383 | 5.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 571 | 8.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 683 | 9.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,456 | 20.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,066 | 15.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,567 | 22.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 613 | 8.8% |
| $200,000+ | 369 | 5.3% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Otsego County
7+ person families (43 | 0.6%) account for the highest median family income in Otsego County with $131,406 per family, while 2-person families (3,828 | 54.9%) have the highest median income of $33,212 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,828 (54.9%) | $66,423 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,306 (18.8%) | $84,828 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,246 (17.9%) | $105,268 |
| 5-Person Families | 368 (5.3%) | $112,250 |
| 6-Person Families | 175 (2.5%) | $115,781 |
| 7+ Person Families | 43 (0.6%) | $131,406 |
| Total | 6,966 (100.0%) | $80,141 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Otsego County
The median family income in Otsego County is $80,141, with families comprising 3+ earners (869) having the highest median family income of $134,688, while families with no earners (1,393) have the lowest median family income of $53,955, accounting for 12.5% and 20.0% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,393 (20.0%) | $53,955 |
| 1 Earner | 2,086 (29.9%) | $54,211 |
| 2 Earners | 2,618 (37.6%) | $99,253 |
| 3+ Earners | 869 (12.5%) | $134,688 |
| Total | 6,966 (100.0%) | $80,141 |
Household Income in Otsego County
Household Income Brackets in Otsego County
With 2,250 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Otsego County, accounting for 20.9% of all households. In contrast, only 280 households (2.6%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 484 | 4.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 280 | 2.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 958 | 8.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,141 | 10.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,270 | 11.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,250 | 20.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,410 | 13.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,809 | 16.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 700 | 6.5% |
| $200,000+ | 474 | 4.4% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Otsego County
The median household income in Otsego County is $62,865, with the highest median household income of $73,221 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 4,077 households (37.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $41,424, with 441 households (4.1%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 441 (4.1%) | $41,424 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,788 (25.9%) | $64,868 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 4,077 (37.9%) | $73,221 |
| 65+ Years | 3,460 (32.1%) | $52,249 |
| Total | 10,766 (100.0%) | $62,865 |
Poverty in Otsego County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Otsego County
With 7.8% poverty level for males and 13.6% for females among the residents of Otsego County, 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 50 males (21.2%) and 43 females (36.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 132 (19.8%) | 165 (27.7%) |
| 5 Years | 50 (21.2%) | 43 (36.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 49 (4.9%) | 116 (15.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 31 (9.1%) | 68 (13.3%) |
| 15 Years | 18 (9.2%) | 4 (2.6%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 4 (1.5%) | 35 (10.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 93 (10.5%) | 137 (16.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 108 (7.5%) | 266 (19.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 88 (6.0%) | 118 (9.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 86 (5.4%) | 170 (11.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 160 (8.2%) | 219 (11.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 117 (7.0%) | 149 (8.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 49 (5.4%) | 178 (16.1%) |
| Total | 985 (7.8%) | 1,668 (13.6%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Otsego County
According to the poverty statistics in Otsego County, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 98.5% of males and 97.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 535 (80.2%) | 431 (72.3%) |
| 5 Years | 186 (78.8%) | 74 (63.2%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 944 (95.1%) | 659 (85.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 311 (90.9%) | 443 (86.7%) |
| 15 Years | 177 (90.8%) | 148 (97.4%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 259 (98.5%) | 313 (89.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 796 (89.5%) | 695 (83.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,336 (92.5%) | 1,090 (80.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,377 (94.0%) | 1,199 (91.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,497 (94.6%) | 1,369 (88.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,788 (91.8%) | 1,733 (88.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,544 (93.0%) | 1,532 (91.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 859 (94.6%) | 926 (83.9%) |
| Total | 11,609 (92.2%) | 10,612 (86.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Otsego County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Otsego County show that 4.2% or 223 of the total 5,295 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 15.8%, comprising of 3 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.3%, which includes 3 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 3,403 (96.1%) | 138 (3.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,432 (94.8%) | 79 (5.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 221 (98.7%) | 3 (1.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 16 (84.2%) | 3 (15.8%) |
| Total | 5,072 (95.8%) | 223 (4.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Otsego County
According to the poverty data in Otsego County, 12.8% or 76 single-father households and 22.5% or 242 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 29 households (58.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 82 households (84.5%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (5.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 47 (12.1%) | 146 (20.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 29 (58.0%) | 82 (84.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 76 (12.8%) | 242 (22.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Otsego County
The poverty data for Otsego County shows that 223 of the married-couple family households (4.2%) and 318 of the single-parent households (19.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (15.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 111 household (75.5%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 138 (3.9%) | 14 (3.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 79 (5.2%) | 193 (17.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 3 (1.3%) | 111 (75.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 3 (15.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 223 (4.2%) | 318 (19.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Otsego County
Employment by Class of Employer in Otsego County
Among the 11,517 employed individuals in Otsego County, private company employees (7,603 | 66.0%), not-for-profit organizations (909 | 7.9%), and state government employees (780 | 6.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 7,603 | 66.0% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 534 | 4.6% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 778 | 6.8% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 909 | 7.9% |
| Local Government Employees | 733 | 6.4% |
| State Government Employees | 780 | 6.8% |
| Federal Government Employees | 134 | 1.2% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 46 | 0.4% |
| Total | 11,517 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Otsego County
According to the labor force statistics for Otsego County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (20,570), 60.6% or 12,465 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.8% or 598 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 86.7% or 2,429 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 13.3% or 86 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 647 (56.4%) | 86 (13.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,100 (84.0%) | 99 (9.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,192 (86.0%) | 93 (7.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,231 (85.9%) | 17 (1.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,429 (86.7%) | 78 (3.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,434 (77.8%) | 124 (5.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,559 (73.2%) | 69 (4.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,004 (56.7%) | 22 (2.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 765 (22.8%) | 7 (0.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 91 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 12,465 (60.6%) | 598 (4.8%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Otsego County
According to labor force statistics for Otsego County, 77.9% of individuals (9,854) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (12,649) are in the labor force, with 4.1% or 404 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 86.4% or 2,731 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.2% or 41 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 444 (71.4%) | 57 (9.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,055 (76.8%) | 207 (5.2%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 3,622 (74.1%) | 142 (2.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,731 (86.4%) | 114 (3.6%) |
| Total | 9,854 (77.9%) | 519 (4.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Otsego County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Otsego County are Community & Social Service (1,164 | 9.8%), Management (1,035 | 8.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (808 | 6.8%), Education Instruction & Library (666 | 5.6%), and Business & Financial (559 | 4.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Otsego County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (92.1%), Life, Physical & Social Science (92.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (86.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (79.9%), Health Technologists (79.8%), and Education, Arts & Media (73.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 602 (58.2%) | 433 (41.8%) |
| Business & Financial | 201 (36.0%) | 358 (64.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 313 (86.7%) | 48 (13.3%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 82 (92.1%) | 7 (7.9%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 128 (80.0%) | 32 (20.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 103 (92.0%) | 9 (8.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 472 (40.6%) | 692 (59.5%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 48 (26.8%) | 131 (73.2%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 26 (36.1%) | 46 (63.9%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 209 (31.4%) | 457 (68.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 189 (76.5%) | 58 (23.5%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 162 (20.1%) | 646 (79.9%) |
| Health Technologists | 105 (20.2%) | 414 (79.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,750 (44.6%) | 2,177 (55.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,516 (55.0%) | 5,331 (45.0%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Otsego County are Food Preparation & Serving (1,022 | 8.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (448 | 3.8%), Healthcare Support (342 | 2.9%), Personal Care & Service (338 | 2.9%), and Security & Protection (269 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Otsego County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (81.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (79.5%), and Security & Protection (76.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (81.3%), Personal Care & Service (65.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (46.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 64 (18.7%) | 278 (81.3%) |
| Security & Protection | 207 (76.9%) | 62 (23.1%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 41 (64.1%) | 23 (35.9%) |
| Law Enforcement | 166 (81.0%) | 39 (19.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 549 (53.7%) | 473 (46.3%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 356 (79.5%) | 92 (20.5%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 118 (34.9%) | 220 (65.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,294 (53.5%) | 1,125 (46.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,516 (55.0%) | 5,331 (45.0%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Otsego County are Sales & Related (1,572 | 13.3%), and Office & Administration (958 | 8.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 849 (54.0%) | 723 (46.0%) |
| Office & Administration | 154 (16.1%) | 804 (83.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,003 (39.6%) | 1,527 (60.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,516 (55.0%) | 5,331 (45.0%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Otsego County are Construction & Extraction (667 | 5.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (275 | 2.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (110 | 0.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 54 (49.1%) | 56 (50.9%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 652 (97.8%) | 15 (2.2%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 273 (99.3%) | 2 (0.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 979 (93.1%) | 73 (6.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,516 (55.0%) | 5,331 (45.0%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Otsego County are Production (832 | 7.0%), Transportation (616 | 5.2%), and Material Moving (471 | 4.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 649 (78.0%) | 183 (22.0%) |
| Transportation | 527 (85.6%) | 89 (14.4%) |
| Material Moving | 314 (66.7%) | 157 (33.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,490 (77.6%) | 429 (22.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,516 (55.0%) | 5,331 (45.0%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Otsego County
Employment Industries in Otsego County
The major employment industries in Otsego County include Retail Trade (1,864 | 15.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,576 | 13.3%), Accommodation & Food Services (1,185 | 10.0%), Manufacturing (1,149 | 9.7%), and Construction (1,055 | 8.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Otsego County
The Otsego County industries that see more men than women are Information (95.1%), Construction (93.0%), and Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (89.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (79.4%), and Finance & Insurance (73.4%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 149 (65.3%) | 79 (34.6%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 118 (89.4%) | 14 (10.6%) |
| Construction | 981 (93.0%) | 74 (7.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 826 (71.9%) | 323 (28.1%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 139 (73.2%) | 51 (26.8%) |
| Retail Trade | 1,104 (59.2%) | 760 (40.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 320 (57.5%) | 237 (42.5%) |
| Utilities | 114 (61.3%) | 72 (38.7%) |
| Information | 39 (95.1%) | 2 (4.9%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 99 (26.6%) | 273 (73.4%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 97 (51.0%) | 93 (48.9%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 171 (61.7%) | 106 (38.3%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 148 (60.7%) | 96 (39.3%) |
| Educational Services | 335 (34.4%) | 639 (65.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 324 (20.6%) | 1,252 (79.4%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 211 (61.2%) | 134 (38.8%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 642 (54.2%) | 543 (45.8%) |
| Public Administration | 442 (61.9%) | 272 (38.1%) |
| Total | 6,516 (55.0%) | 5,331 (45.0%) |
Education in Otsego County
School Enrollment in Otsego County
The most common levels of schooling among the 5,094 students in Otsego County are high school (1,124 | 22.1%), middle school (1,103 | 21.6%), and elementary school (1,080 | 21.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 291 | 5.7% |
| Kindergarten | 320 | 6.3% |
| Elementary School | 1,080 | 21.2% |
| Middle School | 1,103 | 21.6% |
| High School | 1,124 | 22.1% |
| College / Undergraduate | 907 | 17.8% |
| Graduate / Professional | 269 | 5.3% |
| Total | 5,094 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Otsego County
Out of a total of 5,094 students who are enrolled in schools in Otsego County, 790 (15.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,304 (84.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 71 (43.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 248 (92.9% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 94 (57.0%) | 71 (43.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,006 (73.9%) | 355 (26.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,289 (90.2%) | 140 (9.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 818 (92.3%) | 68 (7.7%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 332 (88.8%) | 42 (11.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 303 (90.7%) | 31 (9.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 248 (92.9%) | 19 (7.1%) |
| 35 Years and over | 214 (77.0%) | 64 (23.0%) |
| Total | 4,304 (84.5%) | 790 (15.5%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Otsego County
Education (1,046 | 20.6%), business (933 | 18.4%), science & technology (718 | 14.2%), arts & humanities (454 | 8.9%), and bio, nature & agricultural (401 | 7.9%) are the most common fields of study among 5,072 individuals in Otsego County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 99 | 1.9% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 401 | 7.9% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 104 | 2.1% |
| Psychology | 171 | 3.4% |
| Social Sciences | 256 | 5.1% |
| Engineering | 344 | 6.8% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 24 | 0.5% |
| Science & Technology | 718 | 14.2% |
| Business | 933 | 18.4% |
| Education | 1,046 | 20.6% |
| Literature & Languages | 137 | 2.7% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 108 | 2.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 157 | 3.1% |
| Communications | 120 | 2.4% |
| Arts & Humanities | 454 | 8.9% |
| Total | 5,072 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Otsego County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Otsego County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Otsego County are males with 2 vehicles (2,708, accounting for 42.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,215, making up 52.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 158 (2.5%) | 50 (1.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,281 (20.3%) | 1,208 (23.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,708 (42.9%) | 2,215 (42.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 988 (15.7%) | 786 (15.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 903 (14.3%) | 704 (13.6%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 270 (4.3%) | 199 (3.9%) |
| Total | 6,308 (100.0%) | 5,162 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Otsego County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Otsego County are 10 to 14 minutes (2,485 commuters, 23.4%), 15 to 19 minutes (1,964 commuters, 18.5%), and 5 to 9 minutes (1,721 commuters, 16.2%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 672 | 6.3% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,721 | 16.2% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2,485 | 23.4% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,964 | 18.5% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,123 | 10.6% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 368 | 3.5% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 789 | 7.4% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 207 | 1.9% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 225 | 2.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 482 | 4.5% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 404 | 3.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 178 | 1.7% |
Commute Time by Sex in Otsego County
The most common commute times in Otsego County are 10 to 14 minutes (1,206 commuters, 20.8%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (1,279 commuters, 26.5%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 401 (6.9%) | 271 (5.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 848 (14.6%) | 873 (18.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,206 (20.8%) | 1,279 (26.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,117 (19.3%) | 847 (17.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 646 (11.2%) | 477 (9.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 209 (3.6%) | 159 (3.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 443 (7.6%) | 346 (7.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 159 (2.8%) | 48 (1.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 94 (1.6%) | 131 (2.7%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 311 (5.4%) | 171 (3.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 263 (4.5%) | 141 (2.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 91 (1.6%) | 87 (1.8%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Otsego County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Otsego County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (955, 16.5%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (1,082, 22.4%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 221 (3.8%) | 185 (3.8%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 131 (2.3%) | 76 (1.6%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 404 (7.0%) | 153 (3.2%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 756 (13.1%) | 263 (5.4%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 529 (9.1%) | 346 (7.2%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 851 (14.7%) | 784 (16.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 955 (16.5%) | 1,082 (22.4%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 506 (8.7%) | 526 (10.9%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 192 (3.3%) | 234 (4.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 145 (2.5%) | 240 (5.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 68 (1.2%) | 181 (3.7%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 120 (2.1%) | 80 (1.7%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 485 (8.4%) | 401 (8.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 425 (7.3%) | 279 (5.8%) |
| Total | 5,788 (100.0%) | 4,830 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Otsego County
Occupancy by Ownership in Otsego County
Of the total 10,766 dwellings in Otsego County, owner-occupied units account for 8,196 (76.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,570 (23.9%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 8,196 | 76.1% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,570 | 23.9% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 10,766 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Otsego County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,988 | 27.8% |
| 2-Person Household | 4,382 | 40.7% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,481 | 13.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,915 | 17.8% |
| Total Housing Units | 10,766 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Otsego County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,681 (56.3%) | 1,307 (43.7%) |
| 2-Person Household | 3,650 (83.3%) | 732 (16.7%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,258 (84.9%) | 223 (15.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,607 (83.9%) | 308 (16.1%) |
| Total Housing Units | 8,196 (76.1%) | 2,570 (23.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Otsego County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 332 (55.4%) | 267 (44.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,390 (70.1%) | 1,018 (29.9%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,954 (79.2%) | 777 (20.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,520 (83.2%) | 508 (16.8%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Otsego County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,795 | 16.7% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,434 | 13.3% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,849 | 17.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,228 | 20.7% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,100 | 19.5% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 944 | 8.8% |
| 85 Years and Over | 416 | 3.9% |
| Total | 10,766 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Otsego County
Median Income by Occupancy in Otsego County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 8,196 (76.1%) | $72,805 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,570 (23.9%) | $31,759 |
| Average | 10,766 (100.0%) | $62,865 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Otsego County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 210 (2.6%) | 101 (3.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 110 (1.3%) | 61 (2.4%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 139 (1.7%) | 141 (5.5%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 239 (2.9%) | 328 (12.8%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 170 (2.1%) | 222 (8.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 606 (7.4%) | 538 (20.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 982 (12.0%) | 289 (11.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,786 (21.8%) | 460 (17.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,159 (14.1%) | 249 (9.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,693 (20.7%) | 111 (4.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,102 (13.5%) | 70 (2.7%) |
| Total | 8,196 (100.0%) | 2,570 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Otsego County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 373 (4.5%) | 58 (2.3%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,468 (17.9%) | 303 (11.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,514 (18.5%) | 617 (24.0%) |
| $800 to $999 | 937 (11.4%) | 552 (21.5%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 2,251 (27.5%) | 727 (28.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,086 (13.3%) | 106 (4.1%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 308 (3.8%) | 10 (0.4%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 156 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 103 (1.3%) | 16 (0.6%) |
| Total | 8,196 (100.0%) | 2,570 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Otsego County
Housing Structures in Otsego County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 8,247 | 76.6% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 147 | 1.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 347 | 3.2% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 294 | 2.7% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 467 | 4.3% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 459 | 4.3% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 805 | 7.5% |
| Total | 10,766 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Otsego County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 7,446 (90.3%) | 801 (9.7%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 144 (98.0%) | 3 (2.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 14 (4.0%) | 333 (96.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 6 (2.0%) | 288 (98.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 30 (6.4%) | 437 (93.6%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 459 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 556 (69.1%) | 249 (30.9%) |
| Total | 8,196 (76.1%) | 2,570 (23.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Otsego County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 40 (0.5%) | 196 (7.6%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 180 (2.2%) | 798 (31.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,604 (31.8%) | 1,059 (41.2%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,951 (36.0%) | 381 (14.8%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,421 (29.5%) | 136 (5.3%) |
| Total | 8,196 (100.0%) | 2,570 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Otsego County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 4,671 (57.0%) | 1,295 (50.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,861 (22.7%) | 345 (13.4%) |
| Electricity | 404 (4.9%) | 764 (29.7%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 67 (0.8%) | 10 (0.4%) |
| Coal or Coke | 6 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 1,136 (13.9%) | 83 (3.2%) |
| No Fuel Used | 51 (0.6%) | 73 (2.8%) |
| Total | 8,196 (100.0%) | 2,570 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Otsego County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 112 (1.4%) | 525 (20.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,327 (28.4%) | 1,346 (52.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,610 (44.1%) | 611 (23.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,147 (26.2%) | 88 (3.4%) |
| Total | 8,196 (100.0%) | 2,570 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Otsego County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Otsego County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,957 | 5,239 |
| Median Property Value | $172,300 | $181,400 |
| Median Household Income | $57,610 | $879 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $451 | $91 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,645 | $211 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Otsego County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 326 (11.0%) | 159 (3.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 361 (12.2%) | 517 (9.9%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,655 (56.0%) | 3,822 (73.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 460 (15.6%) | 622 (11.9%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 97 (3.3%) | 75 (1.4%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 2 (0.1%) | 34 (0.6%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 56 (1.9%) | 10 (0.2%) |
| Total | 2,957 (100.0%) | 5,239 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Otsego County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 209 (7.1%) | 79 (1.5%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 292 (9.9%) | 111 (2.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 335 (11.3%) | 256 (4.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 347 (11.7%) | 271 (5.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 709 (24.0%) | 635 (12.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 358 (12.1%) | 1,077 (20.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 484 (16.4%) | 801 (15.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 223 (7.5%) | 1,209 (23.1%) |
| Total | 2,957 (100.0%) | 5,239 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Otsego County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 936 (31.7%) | 83,917 (1,601.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 557 (18.8%) | 2,321 (44.3%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 452 (15.3%) | 1,342 (25.6%) |
| 4.0x or more | 971 (32.8%) | 537 (10.2%) |
| Total | 2,957 (100.0%) | 5,239 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Otsego County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 377 (12.8%) | 14 (0.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 854 (28.9%) | 510 (9.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,573 (53.2%) | 1,531 (29.2%) |
| Total | 2,957 (100.0%) | 5,239 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Otsego County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Otsego County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,563 (95.4%) | 76 (4.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,772 (96.8%) | 124 (3.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,524 (78.4%) | 420 (21.6%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,947 (80.2%) | 480 (19.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,577 (92.9%) | 198 (7.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,905 (93.0%) | 217 (7.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,533 (90.6%) | 367 (9.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,341 (100.0%) | 1 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 2,012 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 23,174 (92.5%) | 1,883 (7.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Otsego County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,563 (95.4%) | 76 (4.6%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,772 (96.8%) | 124 (3.2%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,524 (78.4%) | 420 (21.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Otsego County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,472 (94.0%) | 158 (6.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 4,194 (88.9%) | 521 (11.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,532 (91.2%) | 437 (8.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,192 (91.4%) | 302 (8.6%) |
| $100,000 and over | 8,569 (95.1%) | 444 (4.9%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Otsego County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 642 (39.2%) | 1,053 (64.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,280 (32.9%) | 2,823 (72.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 634 (32.6%) | 1,000 (51.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 588 (24.2%) | 1,440 (59.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 574 (20.7%) | 2,177 (78.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 782 (25.1%) | 2,353 (75.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 996 (25.5%) | 2,898 (74.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,208 (96.0%) | 2,330 (69.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,012 (100.0%) | 1,480 (73.6%) |
| Total | 10,716 (42.8%) | 17,554 (70.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Otsego County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 6 (0.9%) | 6 (1.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 158 (7.7%) | 265 (13.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 256 (10.6%) | 176 (7.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 856 (17.2%) | 728 (15.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 458 (27.6%) | 503 (29.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 340 (37.4%) | 420 (38.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Otsego County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 6 (0.9%) | 6 (1.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 245 (4.9%) | 179 (3.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 323 (19.5%) | 174 (10.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 260 (28.6%) | 151 (13.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 36 (1.8%) | 59 (3.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 82 (3.4%) | 16 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 114 (2.3%) | 183 (3.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 45 (2.7%) | 45 (2.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 71 (7.8%) | 84 (7.6%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 102 (5.0%) | 195 (10.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 151 (6.2%) | 92 (4.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 211 (4.2%) | 396 (8.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 57 (3.4%) | 223 (13.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 40 (4.4%) | 100 (9.1%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 20 (1.0%) | 18 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 29 (1.2%) | 5 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 475 (9.5%) | 406 (8.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 119 (7.2%) | 408 (24.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 134 (14.8%) | 298 (27.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (1.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 22 (0.9%) | 5 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 203 (4.1%) | 96 (2.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 28 (1.7%) | 235 (14.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 38 (4.2%) | 136 (12.3%) |
Technology Access in Otsego County
Computing Device Access in Otsego County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 8,514 | 79.1% |
| Smartphone | 9,189 | 85.4% |
| Tablet | 6,786 | 63.0% |
| No Computing Device | 432 | 4.0% |
| Total | 10,766 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Otsego County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 43 | 0.4% |
| Broadband Home | 6,958 | 64.6% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,688 | 15.7% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,163 | 10.8% |
| No Internet | 1,023 | 9.5% |
| Total | 10,766 | 100.0% |
Otsego County Summary
Otsego County is a county located in the U.S. state of Michigan. As of the 2010 census, the population was 24,164. The county seat is Gaylord. The county was created by the Michigan Legislature in 1840 and organized in 1875.
History
Otsego County was first inhabited by the Ojibwa people, who were part of the Algonquin Nation. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the early 1800s. The county was officially established in 1840 and was named after the Otsego Lake in New York.
The county was initially sparsely populated, but the population began to grow in the late 1800s with the arrival of settlers from the eastern United States. The county was officially organized in 1875.
Geography
Otsego County is located in the northern part of Michigan's Lower Peninsula. It is bordered by Crawford County to the north, Oscoda County to the east, Montmorency County to the south, and Kalkaska County to the west. The county has a total area of 576 square miles, of which 573 square miles is land and 3.2 square miles is water.
The county is home to several lakes, including Otsego Lake, which is the largest lake in the county. Other lakes include Big Lake, Big Bear Lake, and Little Bear Lake. The county also contains several rivers, including the Au Sable River, which is the longest river in the county.
Economy
Otsego County's economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The county is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, wheat, and hay. The county is also home to several wineries and breweries, which attract tourists from around the state.
The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a furniture factory, and a plastics factory. The county is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and hotels.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 24,164 people, 9,845 households, and 6,845 families living in the county. The population density was 42.2 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 95.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $41,945 and the median income for a family was $50,945. The per capita income for the county was $21,845. About 11.2% of families and 15.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 21.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Otsego County?
Total Population of Otsego County is 25,221.
What is the Total Male Population of Otsego County?
Total Male Population of Otsego County is 12,768.
What is the Total Female Population of Otsego County?
Total Female Population of Otsego County is 12,453.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Otsego County?
There are 102.53 Males per 100 Females in Otsego County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Otsego County?
There are 97.53 Females per 100 Males in Otsego County.
What is the Median Population Age in Otsego County?
Median Population Age in Otsego County is 44.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Otsego County
Average Family Size in Otsego County is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Otsego County
Average Household Size in Otsego County is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Otsego County?
Per Capita income in Otsego County is $34,190.
What is the Median Family Income in Otsego County?
Median Family Income in Otsego County is $80,141.
What is the Median Household income in Otsego County?
Median Household Income in Otsego County is $62,865.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Otsego County?
Income or Wage Gap in Otsego County is 17.9%.
Women in Otsego County earn 82.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Otsego County?
Family Income Deficit in Otsego County is $9,187.
Families that are below poverty line in Otsego County earn $9,187 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Otsego County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Otsego County is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Otsego County?
There are 12,465 People in the Labor Forcein in Otsego County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Otsego County?
60.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Otsego County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Otsego County?
Unemployment Rate in Otsego County is 4.8%.