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Lake of the Woods, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Lake of the Woods is a small town in California with a population of 875. Residents earn $48,958 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
875 Population 247/sq mi density
$48,958 Median Income $24,961 per capita
$302,900 Home Value
$1,346 Median Rent 29.8% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$48,958 median income, 10.7% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$302,900 home value, $1,346/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,958
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $302,900
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,346
16% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.7%
197% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.0%
21% higher than US avg

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

People

Population875
Median Age51.4 yrs
Density247/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans10.7%

Economy

C
Median Income$48,958
Per Capita$24,961
Unemployment10.7%
Poverty15.0%
County GDP$1,002,965M
Commute34 min

Housing

B
Home Value$302,900
Rent$1,346
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units467
Rent Burden29.8%

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured11.2%
Smoking17.4%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain13.1 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation6,011 ft (1,832 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+83.8%
Graduate+5.7%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 65%
Commute34 min
Broadband93.6%
Libraries258

Is Lake of the Woods a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake of the Woods receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Lake of the Woods has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake of the Woods is $48,958, 35% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.7%, unemployment is notably high. 15.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake of the Woods is $302,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,346 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake of the Woods enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Lake of the Woods has a population of 875 with a density of 247 people per square mile. The median age is 51.4 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

875
Total Population
247
People / sq mi
51.4yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake of the Woods vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake of the Woods vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake of the Woods is $48,958, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Lake of the Woods vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,958
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,961
Avg Weekly Wage$1,607
IRS Avg AGI$97,528

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.7%
197% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above US avg
Establishments (County)572,385
County GDP$1,002,965M

Business (County)

Restaurants24,882
Healthcare37,635
Retail29,130
Manufacturing10,448

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.0 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake of the Woods is $302,900, 7% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,346 (16% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$302,900
7% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$249
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio99.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,346
16% above US avg
Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.3%
Housing Units467
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Rate3.46%
In Lake of the Woods, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.2% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lake of the Woods vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress16.3%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.7%
Uninsured11.2%
30% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.0%
Dental Visits49.9%
Premature Death6,746/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Lake of the Woods has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.1 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.1 inches
65% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,011 ft (1,832 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.2 km²)
Population Density247/sq mi
Coordinates34.8271°N, 118.9973°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 32.9-point margin. 93.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.9%
D 64.8%

Winner: Democrat by 32.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+83.8%
Graduate Degree+5.7%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density247/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.6%
Public Libraries258
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Restaurants24,882
Retail Stores29,130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)817
FEMA Disaster Declarations1,001

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.0 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

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