Median Income
$27,868
63% lower than US avg
Home Value
$48,100
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$443
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
51.2%
60% higher than US avg
Unemployment
8.2%
128% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
21.7%
75% higher than US avg
How Lake View Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population418
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density84/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans9.7%
Economy
D
Median Income$27,868
Per Capita$17,151
Unemployment8.2%
Poverty21.7%
County GDP$678M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$48,100
Rent$443
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden27.8%
Health
Obesity51.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease7.4%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.9 in/yr
Elevation169 ft (52 m)
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+79.2%
School Score4.91
Community
2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute27 min
Broadband57.8%
Libraries4
Is Lake View a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lake View receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Lake View has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lake View is $27,868, 63% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lake View is $48,100, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $443 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Lake View enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Lake View has a population of 418 with a density of 84 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (95.7%), with 3.8% White.
Population
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Lake View vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.2% |
| 99% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Lake View vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Lake View is $27,868, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income: Lake View vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $27,868 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $17,151 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $800 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $42,908 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 8.2% |
| 128% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 21.7% |
| 75% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 579 |
| County GDP | $678M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 22 |
| Healthcare | 53 |
| Retail | 55 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,008 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.17% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 57.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Lake View is $48,100, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $443 (62% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $48,100 |
| 83% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $443 |
| 62% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 27.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,008 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.17% |
In Lake View, 51.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 43.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lake View vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 51.2% |
| 60% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 18.8% |
| Heart Disease | 7.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 52.1% |
| Asthma | 12.8% |
| COPD | 9.0% |
| Stroke | 5.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 11.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 43.3% |
| Depression | 21.2% |
| Mental Distress | 22.1% |
| Physical Distress | 17.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 82.2% |
| Premature Death | 20,041/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 41.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 53 |
Lake View has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 62.4°F |
| 16% above US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 55.9 inches |
| 47% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 169 ft (52 m) |
| Area | 5.0 sq mi (13.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 84/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.4212°N, 90.8133°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 05107 |