Lake Village, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Lake Village is a small town in Indiana with a population of 533.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
533 Population 135/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $36,354 per capita
$152,700 Home Value $287,803 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $152,700
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.2%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.0%
29% higher than US avg

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

People

Population533
Median Age61.8 yrs
Density135/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans17.8%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$36,354
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.0%
County GDP$1,968M
Commute41 min

Housing

Home Value$152,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$287,803

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Elevation658 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+91.4%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute41 min
Broadband70.6%
Libraries4

Is Lake Village a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Village receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Lake Village has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Village is $152,700, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Village experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches, including 29.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lake Village has a population of 533 with a density of 135 people per square mile. The median age is 61.8 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

533
Total Population
135
People / sq mi
61.8yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58%
Female 42%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Village vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lake Village vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Village is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Lake Village vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$36,354
Avg Weekly Wage$948
IRS Avg AGI$70,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above US avg
Establishments (County)875
County GDP$1,968M

Business (County)

Restaurants64
Healthcare52
Retail125
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,315
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.5 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Village is $152,700, 46% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $287,803.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,700
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$287,803

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,315
34% below US avg
Effective Rate1.52%
In Lake Village, 43.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.2%
35% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure34.7%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death9,161/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access59.4%
Healthcare Facilities52

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Lake Village has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.9 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall29.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation658 ft (201 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.2 km²)
Population Density135/sq mi
Coordinates41.1308°N, 87.4390°W
County FIPS18073
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.3-point margin. 70.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.4%
D 22.1%

Winner: Republican by 54.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.1%
34% below US avg
High School+91.4%
School Test Score6.01
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density135/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants64
Retail Stores125

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.5 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

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