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Lake Tekakwitha, MO

Missouri

Lake Tekakwitha is a small town in Missouri with a population of 210. Residents earn $52,500 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
210 Population 1,050/sq mi density
$52,500 Median Income $29,934 per capita
$104,800 Home Value
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$52,500 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,800 home value
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,500
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,800
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population210
Median Age49.9 yrs
Density1,050/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,500
Per Capita$29,934
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty5.0%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units134
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity35.8%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking11.6%
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation525 ft (160 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+92.7%
Graduate+7.3%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute27 min
Broadband100.0%

Is Lake Tekakwitha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Tekakwitha receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Lake Tekakwitha offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Tekakwitha is $52,500, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Tekakwitha is $104,800, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lake Tekakwitha has a population of 210 with a density of 1,050 people per square mile. The median age is 49.9 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.7%), with 2.9% Hispanic, 2.4% Black.

Population

210
Total Population
1,050
People / sq mi
49.9yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Tekakwitha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lake Tekakwitha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Tekakwitha is $52,500, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Lake Tekakwitha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,500
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,934

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Drive Alone91.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Tekakwitha is $104,800, 63% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,800
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied98.0%
Housing Units134
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

In Lake Tekakwitha, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 11.6% are current smokers. 22.3% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lake Tekakwitha vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.6%
17% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress10.6%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits67.6%

Food & Exercise

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+92.7%
Graduate Degree+7.3%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,050/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Drive Alone91.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

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