Median Income
$37,813
50% lower than US avg
Home Value
$73,900
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.8%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$739
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.5%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.6%
18% higher than US avg
How Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population523
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density103/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 38%
Veterans1.8%
Economy
B
Median Income$37,813
Per Capita$21,152
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.6%
County GDP$699M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$73,900
Rent$739
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$132,044
Rent Burden26.8%
Health
Obesity43.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease6.9%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation482 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.8%
High School+76.0%
School Score4.42
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute26 min
Broadband84.9%
Libraries3
Is Lake a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lake is $37,813, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lake is $73,900, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $739 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Lake enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Lake has a population of 523 with a density of 103 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (58.7%), with 38.2% White.
Population
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Lake is $37,813, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $37,813 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,152 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $798 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,360 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.6% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 382 |
| County GDP | $699M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 28 |
| Healthcare | 31 |
| Retail | 67 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,475 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.35% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 94.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.1% |
The median home value in Lake is $73,900, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $739 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $132,044.
Home Values
| Census Median | $73,900 |
| 74% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $132,044 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $739 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 26.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $751 |
| 1 Bedroom | $782 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $924 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,177 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,475 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.35% |
In Lake, 43.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 37.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lake vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.5% |
| 36% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.5% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 8.7% |
| Stroke | 4.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.1% |
| Depression | 20.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 80.4% |
| Premature Death | 15,917/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
Crime Rates: Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Lake has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 63.3°F |
| 17% above US avg |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 482 ft (147 m) |
| Area | 5.1 sq mi (13.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 103/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.3300°N, 89.3144°W |
| County FIPS | 28101 |