Median Income
$63,958
15% lower than US avg
Home Value
$210,400
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.9%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,526
31% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
17.1%
38% higher than US avg
How Channel Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,988
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density1,104/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
B+
Median Income$63,958
Per Capita$33,993
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty17.1%
County GDP$15,983M
Commute33 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$210,400
Rent$1,526
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation759 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute33 min
Libraries13
Is Channel Lake a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Channel Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Channel Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Channel Lake is $63,958, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Channel Lake is $210,400, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,526 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Channel Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Channel Lake has a population of 1,988 with a density of 1,104 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 1.1% Black.
Population
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Channel Lake vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.5% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.5% |
| 81% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Channel Lake vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Channel Lake is $63,958, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income: Channel Lake vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,958 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,993 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,060 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,804 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 17.1% |
| 38% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 7,928 |
| County GDP | $15,983M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 645 |
| Healthcare | 846 |
| Retail | 816 |
| Manufacturing | 432 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,712 |
| 149% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.14% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.9 min |
| Work from Home | 14.5% |
The median home value in Channel Lake is $210,400, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,526 (31% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $210,400 |
| 25% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $333 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 87.8% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 6 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,526 |
| 31% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,712 |
| 149% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.14% |
In Channel Lake, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Channel Lake vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.4% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.4% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.0% |
| Premature Death | 5,730/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 93.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 846 |
Crime Rates: Channel Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
Safety Score
Channel Lake has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-5°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 48.6°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 759 ft (231 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,104/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.4827°N, 88.1471°W |
| County FIPS | 17111 |