Lake Ozark, MO
Full City Profile · Missouri
Lake Ozark, MO
At a Glance
How Lake Ozark Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lake Ozark's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lake Ozark a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lake Ozark residents earn a median household income of $80,476 , which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,011. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9% (36% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lake Ozark is $308,700 , 10% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $325,476. Median rent is $1,017/month, with 31.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1990.
Safety & Crime
Lake Ozark reports 223 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 41% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 446/100K.
Education
40.9% of adults in Lake Ozark hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% above the national average). 91.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lake Ozark has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches.