Median Income
$60,917
19% lower than US avg
Home Value
$139,100
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$533
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.6%
39% lower than US avg
How Lake Preston Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population539
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density709/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Economy
A
Median Income$60,917
Per Capita$36,489
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty7.6%
County GDP$370M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$139,100
Rent$533
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$245,929
Health
Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Elevation1,720 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+87.6%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute21 min
Libraries2
Is Lake Preston a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lake Preston receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Lake Preston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lake Preston is $60,917, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. Only 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lake Preston is $139,100, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $533 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Lake Preston has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Lake Preston has a population of 539 with a density of 709 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.8%), with 4.5% Hispanic.
Population
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Lake Preston vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.8% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.2% |
| 61% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Lake Preston vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Lake Preston is $60,917, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income: Lake Preston vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,917 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,489 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $920 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,392 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.2% |
| 94% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.6% |
| 39% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 265 |
| County GDP | $370M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 9 |
| Healthcare | 17 |
| Retail | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,767 |
| 36% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.43% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.0 min |
| Work from Home | 6.9% |
The median home value in Lake Preston is $139,100, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $533 (54% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,929.
Home Values
| Census Median | $139,100 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $245,929 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $533 |
| 54% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,767 |
| 36% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.43% |
In Lake Preston, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lake Preston vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.7% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.9% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.0% |
| Depression | 21.9% |
| Mental Distress | 16.5% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.9% |
| Premature Death | 4,945/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 25.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
Crime Rates: Lake Preston vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Lake Preston has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
15°F Jan (-10°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 44.7°F |
| 17% below US avg |
| January Average | 15°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 26.2 inches |
| 31% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,720 ft (524 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 709/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.3617°N, 97.3760°W |
| County FIPS | 46077 |