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Lake Lafayette, MO

Missouri

Lake Lafayette is a small town in Missouri with a population of 227. Residents earn $34,375 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
227 Population 355/sq mi density
$34,375 Median Income $18,120 per capita
$76,600 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 263 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$34,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,600 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,375
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $76,600
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 45.9%
270% higher than US avg

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

People

Population227
Median Age49.8 yrs
Density355/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans15.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$34,375
Per Capita$18,120
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty45.9%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units120
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking17.3%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.1 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation850 ft (259 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+87.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute23 min
Broadband78.0%

Is Lake Lafayette a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Lafayette receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. Lake Lafayette offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Lafayette is $34,375, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 45.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Lafayette is $76,600, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Lafayette experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lake Lafayette has a population of 227 with a density of 355 people per square mile. The median age is 49.8 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.3%), with 5.3% Black.

Population

227
Total Population
355
People / sq mi
49.8yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.7%
Female 38.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Lafayette vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Lafayette vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Lafayette is $34,375, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 45.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Lake Lafayette vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,375
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,120

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate45.9%
270% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Drive Alone69.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Lafayette is $76,600, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,600
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.2%
Housing Units120
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

In Lake Lafayette, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 17.3% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lake Lafayette vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.3%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.3%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits64.2%

Food & Exercise

Lake Lafayette has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.1 inches. The area enjoys 263 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.1 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall4.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation850 ft (259 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density355/sq mi
Coordinates38.9458°N, 93.9713°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.8%
80% below US avg
High School+87.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density355/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Drive Alone69.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

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