Median Income
$104,375
39% higher than US avg
Home Value
$303,700
8% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
51.5%
53% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,642
41% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.2%
66% lower than US avg
How El Lago Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,016
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density4,713/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Economy
A+
Median Income$104,375
Per Capita$52,386
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$592,751M
Commute32 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$303,700
Rent$1,642
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$300,474
Health
Obesity32.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp71°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain53.3 in/yr
Elevation12 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+51.5%
High School+96.4%
School Score5.10
Community
2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute32 min
Libraries73
Is El Lago a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, El Lago receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. El Lago stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in El Lago is $104,375, which is significantly higher than the national average — 39% above $75,149. This places El Lago among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in El Lago is $303,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,642 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
El Lago is a highly educated community — 51.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
El Lago has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
El Lago has a population of 3,016 with a density of 4,713 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.5%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 4% Black.
Population
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 88.7% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Spanish | 11.3% |
| 16% below US avg |
The median household income in El Lago is $104,375, which is 39% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $104,375 |
| 39% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $52,386 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,703 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $95,157 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.2% |
| 66% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 124,542 |
| County GDP | $592,751M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 10,837 |
| Healthcare | 12,772 |
| Retail | 13,588 |
| Manufacturing | 4,091 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $11,819 |
| 238% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.89% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.3 min |
| Work from Home | 12.5% |
The median home value in El Lago is $303,700, 8% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,642 (41% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $300,474.
Home Values
| Census Median | $303,700 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $300,474 |
| Median List Price | $362,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $362,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $169 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.0% |
| Price Drops | 25.0% |
| Inventory | 20 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,642 |
| 41% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $11,819 |
| 238% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.89% |
In El Lago, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 18.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: El Lago vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.5% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.6% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.8% |
| Depression | 23.3% |
| Mental Distress | 16.6% |
| Physical Distress | 11.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.5% |
| Premature Death | 8,157/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 12,772 |
Crime Rates: El Lago vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 527 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
El Lago has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
55°F Jan (13°C)
85°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 71.3°F |
| 32% above US avg |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 53.3 inches |
| 40% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 12 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,713/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.5715°N, 95.0452°W |
| County FIPS | 48201 |