Owosso

Shiawassee County, Michigan

Population 68K |Median income $67,404 |1 hospital

Population

67,991

Shiawassee County

Median Income

$67,404

Near average

Median Home Value

$171,600

-25% vs avg

Median Age

43.2

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

68K-3%

Median Income

$67,404+46%

Median Home Value

$171,600+58%

Poverty Rate

12%-22%

Unemployment

4%-68%

Economics

Median Rent

$899/mo

Poverty Rate

12% -15% vs avg

Unemployment 4%

Bachelor's Degree+ 20%

Work From Home 8.3%

Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 94.1%

Two or More Ethnicities 1.9%

African American 0.4%

Asian 0.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

38.8%

High Blood Pressure

37.6%

Short Sleep Duration

34.9%

Physical Inactivity

26.1%

Frequent Mental Distress

18.6%

Current Smoking

16.3%

Binge Drinking

16%

Frequent Physical Distress

15.4%

Diabetes

12.5%

Current Asthma

11.6%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 80.6%

Dental Visit 68.2%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease

7.7%

Lack of Health Insurance

6.8%

Stroke

3.8%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

4/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE

OWOSSO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Owosso Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Storm Warning and Heavy Freezing Spray Alert Issued for West of Barren Islands and Kamishak Bay

NOAA · 1h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters

NOAA · 6h ago

Weather Alerts high

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Lake, Mason, and Oceana Counties Through Tuesday Morning

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Off Florida and Mississippi Coastline

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters Through 7:00 AM CDT

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Lake Superior Near Minnesota and Wisconsin

NOAA · 13h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Owosso, MI? ▼

Owosso, MI has a population of 67,991 people, located in Shiawassee County, Michigan.

What is the median household income in Owosso? ▼

The median household income in Owosso, MI is $67,404 per year. The poverty rate is 12%.

What is the median home value in Owosso? ▼

The median home value in Owosso, MI is $171,600. Median rent is $899/month.

What are the top health concerns in Owosso? ▼

The top health indicators in Owosso include Obesity (38.8%), High Blood Pressure (37.6%), Short Sleep Duration (34.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Owosso? ▼

Owosso has 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Owosso? ▼

The median age in Owosso, MI is 43.2 years. 20% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Owosso, MI is located in Shiawassee County, Michigan. With a population of 68K and a median household income of $67,404, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Owosso area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Shiawassee County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.