Iowa
Lake Mills is a small town in Iowa with a population of 2,054. Residents earn $70,333 per year, which is 6% below the national average.
Based on current data, Lake Mills receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Lake Mills offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Lake Mills is $70,333, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 17.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Lake Mills is $127,100, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $615 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Lake Mills has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 92.3% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.7% |
| 43% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $70,333 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $33,609 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $904 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,658 |
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.7% |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 393 |
| County GDP | $690M |
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Healthcare | 31 |
| Retail | 49 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,053 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.40% |
| Commute Time | 15.7 min |
| Work from Home | 3.8% |
| Census Median | $127,100 |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $165,001 |
| Census Median Rent | $615 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,053 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.40% |
| Obesity | 39.2% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.6% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 22.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.4% |
| Depression | 21.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 11.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.4% |
| Premature Death | 5,991/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Annual Average | 44.9°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 35.9 inches |
| 5% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,291 ft (393 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 758/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.4171°N, 93.5316°W |
| County FIPS | 19189 |
Winner: Republican by 30.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.3% |
| 49% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.73 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 758/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.7 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Retail Stores | 49 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 15.7 min |
| Work from Home | 3.8% |