Median Income
$68,750
9% lower than US avg
Home Value
$131,300
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$924
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.3%
49% lower than US avg
How Bailey Lakes Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population330
Median Age34.5 yrs
Density868/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans6.8%
Economy
A
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$32,125
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$2,446M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$131,300
Rent$924
Ownership63.8%
Zillow$183,029
Rent Burden22.0%
Health
Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation1,021 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+96.1%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 25%
Commute27 min
Broadband88.4%
Libraries3
Is Bailey Lakes a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bailey Lakes receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Bailey Lakes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bailey Lakes is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bailey Lakes is $131,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $924 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Bailey Lakes experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Bailey Lakes has a population of 330 with a density of 868 people per square mile. The median age is 34.5 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 5.5% Hispanic.
Population
34.5yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Bailey Lakes vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.7% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.3% |
| 98% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Bailey Lakes vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Bailey Lakes is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income: Bailey Lakes vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $68,750 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,125 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $940 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,002 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.3% |
| 49% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,236 |
| County GDP | $2,446M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 97 |
| Healthcare | 111 |
| Retail | 148 |
| Manufacturing | 83 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,863 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.94% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 71.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 7.1% |
The median home value in Bailey Lakes is $131,300, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $924 (21% below US avg). 63.8% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $183,029.
Home Values
| Census Median | $131,300 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $183,029 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $924 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 22.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 63.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.8% |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,863 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.94% |
In Bailey Lakes, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bailey Lakes vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.6% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.9% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.3% |
| Depression | 27.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 9,329/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 111 |
Crime Rates: Bailey Lakes vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Bailey Lakes has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-4°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.7°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,021 ft (311 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 868/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.9496°N, 82.3593°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County FIPS | 39005 |