Median Income
$55,691
26% lower than US avg
Home Value
$153,600
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,110
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.9%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.3%
81% lower than US avg
How Cordes Lakes Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,218
Median Age56.3 yrs
Density297/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Economy
A
Median Income$55,691
Per Capita$23,955
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$12,137M
Commute34 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$153,600
Rent$1,110
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity30.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain15.3 in/yr
Elevation3,692 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+85.7%
School Score4.62
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute34 min
Libraries24
Is Cordes Lakes a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cordes Lakes receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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 below-average incomes. Cordes Lakes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cordes Lakes is $55,691, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Cordes Lakes is $153,600, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,110 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Cordes Lakes enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Cordes Lakes has a population of 3,218 with a density of 297 people per square mile. The median age is 56.3 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.4%), with 1.6% Black.
Population
56.3yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Cordes Lakes vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 84.1% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Spanish | 15.9% |
| 19% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Cordes Lakes vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Cordes Lakes is $55,691, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income: Cordes Lakes vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,691 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,955 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,051 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,915 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.3% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 7,444 |
| County GDP | $12,137M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 612 |
| Healthcare | 833 |
| Retail | 790 |
| Manufacturing | 200 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,708 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.41% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.4 min |
| Work from Home | 3.4% |
The median home value in Cordes Lakes is $153,600, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,110 (5% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $153,600 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $187,450 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $187,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $211 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.6% |
| Price Drops | 45.8% |
| Inventory | 24 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,110 |
| 5% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,053 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,151 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,889 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,158 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,708 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.41% |
In Cordes Lakes, 30.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cordes Lakes vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.9% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.8% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 9.1% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.3% |
| Depression | 23.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 16.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.6% |
| Premature Death | 10,160/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 833 |
Crime Rates: Cordes Lakes vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 51 |
| FEMA Disasters | 455 |
Safety Score
Cordes Lakes has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 62.0°F |
| 15% above US avg |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 15.3 inches |
| 60% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,692 ft (1,125 m) |
| Area | 10.8 sq mi (28.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 297/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.3103°N, 112.1073°W |
| County FIPS | 04025 |