Houston Lake, MO
Full City Profile · Missouri
Houston Lake, MO
At a Glance
How Houston Lake Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Houston Lake's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Houston Lake a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Houston Lake residents earn a median household income of $81,250 , which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,707. The unemployment rate stands at 1.7% (53% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Houston Lake is $245,800 , 13% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $242,594. Median rent is $1,610/month, with 28.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1958.
Education
20.0% of adults in Houston Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below the national average). 95.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Houston Lake has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches.