Lake Victoria, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Lake Victoria is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,002. Residents earn $123,594 per year, which is 64% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,002 Population 1,222/sq mi density
$123,594 Median Income $56,268 per capita
$301,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$123,594 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$301,900 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
49.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $123,594
64% higher than US avg
Home Value $301,900
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.4%
47% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,002
Median Age48.2 yrs
Density1,222/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$123,594
Per Capita$56,268
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,168M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$301,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Elevation804 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.4%
High School+98.4%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute33 min
Libraries6

Is Lake Victoria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Victoria receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Lake Victoria stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Victoria is $123,594, which is significantly higher than the national average — 64% above $75,149. This places Lake Victoria among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Victoria is $301,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Victoria experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Lake Victoria has a population of 1,002 with a density of 1,222 people per square mile. The median age is 48.2 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

1,002
Total Population
1,222
People / sq mi
48.2yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Victoria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Victoria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Victoria is $123,594, which is 64% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Lake Victoria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$123,594
64% above US avg
Per Capita Income$56,268
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$84,741

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,464
County GDP$3,168M

Business (County)

Restaurants99
Healthcare131
Retail177
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,237
78% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.7 min
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Victoria is $301,900, 7% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$301,900
7% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,237
78% above US avg
Effective Rate2.07%
In Lake Victoria, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity18.2%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death5,260/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access75.0%
Healthcare Facilities131

Crime Rates: Lake Victoria vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Lake Victoria has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.6 inches
12% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation804 ft (245 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density1,222/sq mi
Coordinates42.9179°N, 84.3800°W
County FIPS26037
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 49.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.5%
D 44.9%

Winner: Republican by 8.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.4%
47% above US avg
High School+98.4%
School Test Score5.23
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,222/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities131
Restaurants99
Retail Stores177

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.7 min
Work from Home6.5%

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