Median Income $60,339

20% lower than US avg

Home Value $215,100

24% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 44.9%

40% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.8%

33% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 32.9%

165% higher than US avg

How Lacey Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population684

Median Age11.9 yrs

Density430/mi²

Male / Female59% / 41%

Largest GroupWhite 61%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

C+

Median Income$60,339

Per Capita$10,398

Unemployment4.8%

Poverty32.9%

County GDP$819M

Commute43 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$215,100

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units93

Health

Obesity44.9%

Uninsured17.2%

Smoking18.6%

Depression22.7%

Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain56.7 in/yr

Sunny Days304/yr

Elevation206 ft (63 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+60.1%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%

Commute43 min

Broadband93.0%

Libraries2

Is Lacey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lacey receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Lacey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lacey is $60,339, 20% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 32.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lacey is $215,100, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 60.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lacey enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lacey has a population of 684 with a density of 430 people per square mile. The median age is 11.9 years, 69% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.5%).

Population

684

Total Population

430

People / sq mi

11.9yrs

Median Age

69% below US avg

1.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.6%

Female 41.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lacey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	78.6%
	0% below US avg
Spanish	21.4%
	60% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lacey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lacey is $60,339, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 32.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Lacey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$60,339
	20% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$10,398
Avg Weekly Wage	$852
IRS Avg AGI	$57,791

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.8%
	33% above US avg
Poverty Rate	32.9%
	165% above US avg
Establishments (County)	520
County GDP	$819M

Business (County)

Restaurants	38
Healthcare	47
Retail	79
Manufacturing	20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$1,779
	49% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	0.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	43.1 min
Drive Alone	93.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lacey is $215,100, 24% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$215,100
	24% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$700
1 Bedroom	$751
2 Bedrooms	$944
3 Bedrooms	$1,239
4 Bedrooms	$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	93
Median Year Built	1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$1,779
	49% below US avg
Effective Rate	0.83%

In Lacey, 44.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.6% are current smokers. 22.7% report depression. 36.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lacey vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	44.9%
	40% above US avg
Diabetes	14.7%
Heart Disease	7.6%
High Blood Pressure	41.8%
Asthma	10.0%
COPD	8.4%
Cancer	6.0%
Stroke	4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.6%
	33% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.9%
Physical Inactivity	36.9%
Depression	22.7%
Mental Distress	19.6%
Physical Distress	16.4%
Short Sleep	42.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.3%
Uninsured	17.2%
	100% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.8%
Dental Visits	47.2%
Premature Death	12,652/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.5/10
Exercise Access	66.2%
Healthcare Facilities	47

Lacey has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.7 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	65.1°F
	21% above US avg
January Average	46°F (8°C)
July Average	83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	56.7 inches
	49% above US avg
Snowfall	0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	206 ft (63 m)
Area	1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density	430/sq mi
Coordinates	33.4503°N, 91.8496°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	05043

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.8-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66%

D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 33.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	60.1%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.91

B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	430/sq mi
Total Area	1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	93.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	47
Restaurants	38
Retail Stores	79

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	43.1 min
Drive Alone	93.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Lacey, AR

How Lacey Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Lacey a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Lacey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Lacey vs U.S. Average

Income: Lacey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Lacey vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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