Median Income
$69,417
8% lower than US avg
Home Value
$181,300
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$892
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.0%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment
6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.8%
37% lower than US avg
How Fish Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population954
Median Age42.6 yrs
Density619/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Economy
B+
Median Income$69,417
Per Capita$28,712
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$5,780M
Commute32 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$181,300
Rent$892
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity33.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Elevation689 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+78.9%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute32 min
Libraries12
Is Fish Lake a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Fish Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Fish Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Fish Lake is $69,417, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.8% 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 Fish Lake is $181,300, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $892 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Fish Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches, including 65.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Fish Lake has a population of 954 with a density of 619 people per square mile. The median age is 42.6 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81%), with 1.9% Hispanic.
Population
42.6yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Fish Lake vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 87.6% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Spanish | 12.4% |
| 7% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Fish Lake vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Fish Lake is $69,417, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income: Fish Lake vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $69,417 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,712 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,019 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,719 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.0% |
| 67% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.8% |
| 37% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,494 |
| County GDP | $5,780M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 257 |
| Healthcare | 246 |
| Retail | 380 |
| Manufacturing | 157 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,493 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.48% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.3 min |
| Work from Home | 10.0% |
The median home value in Fish Lake is $181,300, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $892 (23% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $181,300 |
| 36% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $115 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 91.9% |
| Price Drops | 75.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $892 |
| 23% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,493 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.48% |
In Fish Lake, 33.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Fish Lake vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.0% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.9% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.1% |
| Depression | 25.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 82.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.3% |
| Premature Death | 11,091/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 246 |
Crime Rates: Fish Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
Safety Score
Fish Lake has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.0°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.6 inches |
| 12% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 65.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 689 ft (210 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 619/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.5575°N, 86.5455°W |
| County FIPS | 18091 |