Apartments for rent in Okemos, MI

Okemos, a small city in Michigan, has a population of slightly more than 23,000. Young adults aged 15-24 will feel welcome, as they make up an above-average 20% of the community, while young professionals feature less prominently in the demographics. With an average age of just over 38, the city's residents are younger than most cities in Michigan. The majority of residents own their homes in Okemos, and 38% of residents rent. With an average rent of $977/month, exceeding the state average by $103 a month, relatively high rent costs could be a factor in the higher levels of ownership.

Averaging about 22 minutes, Okemos's commute time is quicker than the state average of about 25 minutes. Driving is the prevailing mode of getting to work, chosen by 43% of workers, while public transportation is not used much. Walking isn't a common method of commuting to work.

There are two primary industries in Okemos: education and healthcare. Combined, these industries account for 19% of the workforce in the city. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many residents work in management, as 8% of the city's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any field. With an average annual income of just over $91K, Okemos workers earn about $30,000 more than their peers elsewhere in the state. The city's average income also compares favorably to the national average ($73,345). Okemos has a high number of residents older than 25 who have advanced degrees compared to the national average (7%), as 23% have earned a Master's or a Doctorate. Additionally, 19% possess a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average.