Median Income
$96,409
28% higher than US avg
Home Value
$285,700
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,022
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.9%
85% lower than US avg
How Lake View Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population4,238
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density2,018/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 61%
Economy
A+
Median Income$96,409
Per Capita$39,608
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$642M
Commute35 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$285,700
Rent$1,022
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.5 in/yr
Elevation537 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+96.1%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 18%
Commute35 min
Libraries3
Is Lake View a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lake View receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Lake View 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 View is $96,409, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lake View is $285,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,022 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Lake View enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Lake View has a population of 4,238 with a density of 2,018 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.9%), with 30.9% Black.
Population
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Lake View vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.7% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.3% |
| 75% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Lake View vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Lake View is $96,409, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Income: Lake View vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $96,409 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,608 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,020 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,097 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.9% |
| 85% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 445 |
| County GDP | $642M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 25 |
| Retail | 60 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,061 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.37% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 35.0 min |
| Work from Home | 4.6% |
The median home value in Lake View is $285,700, 1% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,022 (12% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $285,700 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Median List Price | $334,450 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $334,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $187 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.1% |
| Price Drops | 14.3% |
| Inventory | 21 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,022 |
| 12% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,061 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.37% |
In Lake View, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lake View vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.2% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.6% |
| Depression | 25.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.4% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.9% |
| Premature Death | 11,709/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 43.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
Crime Rates: Lake View vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Lake View has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 63.7°F |
| 18% above US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 55.5 inches |
| 46% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 537 ft (164 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,018/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.2883°N, 87.1327°W |
| County FIPS | 01007 |