Texas · Metropolitan Area
Lacy-Lakeview is a small city in Texas with a population of 7,247. Residents earn $51,301 per year, which is 32% below the national average.
Based on current data, Lacy-Lakeview receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lacy-Lakeview has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Lacy-Lakeview is $51,301, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Lacy-Lakeview is $154,300, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $865 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 691 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,012 per 100,000, 105% above the national average.
14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Lacy-Lakeview enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 83.4% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 16.6% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $51,301 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,989 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,161 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,514 |
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.2% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 6,039 |
| County GDP | $18,479M |
| Restaurants | 607 |
| Healthcare | 682 |
| Retail | 879 |
| Manufacturing | 250 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,892 |
| 154% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.76% |
| Commute Time | 27.0 min |
| Work from Home | 11.3% |
| Census Median | $154,300 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $187,669 |
| Median List Price | $252,950 |
| Median List Price | $252,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $156 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.5% |
| Price Drops | 22.2% |
| Inventory | 27 |
| Census Median Rent | $865 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,228 |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 45.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,892 |
| 154% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.76% |
| Obesity | 38.8% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.4% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.9% |
| Depression | 24.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 15.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,298/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 682 |
| Total Violent | 691.2/100K |
| 82% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 90.2/100K |
| Robbery | 90.2/100K |
| Assault | 510.9/100K |
| Total Property | 4,012.0/100K |
| 105% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 931.6/100K |
| Theft | 2,824.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 255.5/100K |
| Arson | 45.1/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 38 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 66.6°F |
| 23% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 37.5 inches |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 485 ft (148 m) |
| Area | 4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,666/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.6312°N, 97.1051°W |
| County FIPS | 48309 |
Winner: Republican by 30.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 14.8% |
| 56% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,666/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.4 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 9 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 682 |
| Restaurants | 607 |
| Retail Stores | 879 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 38 |
| Avg Commute | 27.0 min |
| Work from Home | 11.3% |