Median Income
$81,495
8% higher than US avg
Home Value
$237,300
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.8%
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.1%
43% lower than US avg
How Heritage Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,913
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density968/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Economy
A
Median Income$81,495
Per Capita$43,698
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$1,459M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$237,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.1 in/yr
Elevation872 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.8%
High School+95.1%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute31 min
Libraries2
Is Heritage Lake a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Heritage Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Heritage Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Heritage Lake is $81,495, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Heritage Lake is $237,300, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Heritage Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches, including 22.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Heritage Lake has a population of 2,913 with a density of 968 people per square mile. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).
Population
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Heritage Lake vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Heritage Lake vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Heritage Lake is $81,495, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income: Heritage Lake vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $81,495 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $43,698 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $975 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,519 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.1% |
| 43% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 768 |
| County GDP | $1,459M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 79 |
| Healthcare | 71 |
| Retail | 111 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,138 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.90% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.5 min |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |
The median home value in Heritage Lake is $237,300, 16% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $237,300 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $294,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $294,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $197 |
| Homes Sold | 7 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.8% |
| Price Drops | 21.4% |
| Inventory | 14 |
Rental Costs
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) | $2,138 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.90% |
In Heritage Lake, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Heritage Lake vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.9% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.3% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.9% |
| Depression | 27.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,446/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 71 |
Crime Rates: Heritage Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Heritage Lake has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-4°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 50.5°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.1 inches |
| 21% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 22.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 872 ft (266 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 968/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.7371°N, 86.7072°W |
| County FIPS | 18133 |