Lake View, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Lake View is a small town in Alabama with a population of 4,238. Residents earn $96,409 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
4,238 Population 2,018/sq mi density
$96,409 Median Income $39,608 per capita
$285,700 Home Value
$1,022 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$96,409 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$285,700 home value, $1,022/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/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

4,238
Total Population
2,018
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake View vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
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.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)445
County GDP$642M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare25
Retail60
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,061
70% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.0 min
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

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 Value Sources

Ownership Split

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 Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio99.1%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory21

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

Owner-Occupied95.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,061
70% below US avg
Effective Rate0.37%
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

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure36.2%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate79.9%
Premature Death11,709/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access43.4%
Healthcare Facilities25

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

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 Average63.7°F
18% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.5 inches
46% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation537 ft (164 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density2,018/sq mi
Coordinates33.2883°N, 87.1327°W
County FIPS01007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%
D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 64.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+96.1%
School Test Score4.40
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,018/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants17
Retail Stores60

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.0 min
Work from Home4.6%

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