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Laconia, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Laconia is a small town in Indiana with a population of 48. Residents earn $51,667 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
48 Population 960/sq mi density
$51,667 Median Income $22,327 per capita
$71,700 Home Value $251,721 Zillow
$860 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$51,667 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$71,700 home value, $860/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,667
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $71,700
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $860
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.1%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.1%
86% higher than US avg

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

People

Population48
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density960/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans40.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,667
Per Capita$22,327
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty23.1%
County GDP$1,705M
Commute47 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$71,700
Rent$860
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$251,721
Housing Units24
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity45.1%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking19.3%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation663 ft (202 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+72.2%
Graduate+4.3%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute47 min
Broadband18.0%
Libraries5

Is Laconia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Laconia receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Laconia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Laconia is $51,667, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 23.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Laconia is $71,700, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $860 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Laconia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Laconia has a population of 48 with a density of 960 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

Population

48
Total Population
960
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.3%
Female 41.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Laconia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Laconia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Laconia is $51,667, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Laconia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,667
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,327
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$67,949

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.1%
86% above US avg
Establishments (County)750
County GDP$1,705M

Business (County)

Restaurants58
Healthcare84
Retail104
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,525
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.7 min
Drive Alone70.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Laconia is $71,700, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $860 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $251,721.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$71,700
75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$251,721

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$860
26% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.3%
Housing Units24
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,525
28% below US avg
Effective Rate3.52%
In Laconia, 45.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 19.3% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.1%
40% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.8%
Cancer6.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.3%
38% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep41.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.3%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.4%
Dental Visits54.7%
Premature Death12,001/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access41.4%
Healthcare Facilities84
Laconia has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation663 ft (202 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.1 km²)
Population Density960/sq mi
Coordinates38.0318°N, 86.0855°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18061
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47-point margin. 18.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 25.6%

Winner: Republican by 47 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+72.2%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density960/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access18.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities84
Restaurants58
Retail Stores104

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.7 min
Drive Alone70.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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