Lake Isabella, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Mecosta County County
Lake Isabella, MI
At a Glance
How Lake Isabella Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lake Isabella's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lake Isabella a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lake Isabella residents earn a median household income of $76,923 , which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,986. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1% (14% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 696 business establishments, including 78 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lake Isabella is $176,800 , 37% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $268,388. Median rent is $1,139/month, with 24.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1993.
Education
30.8% of adults in Lake Isabella hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below the national average). 92.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lake Isabella has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches.