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Lake Waukomis, MO

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Lake Waukomis is a small town in Missouri with a population of 1,085. Residents earn $119,519 per year, which is 59% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,085 Population 3,741/sq mi density
$119,519 Median Income $69,105 per capita
$412,100 Home Value $420,208 Zillow
$1,438 Median Rent 26.7% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 266 sunny days/yr
222 Violent Crime/100K 2,113 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$119,519 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$412,100 home value, $1,438/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
222 violent crimes/100K (41% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $119,519
59% higher than US avg
Home Value $412,100
46% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 222/100K
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 50.9%
51% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,438
24% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,085
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density3,741/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans9.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$119,519
Per Capita$69,105
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty0.9%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$412,100
Rent$1,438
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$420,208
Housing Units492
Rent Burden26.7%

Crime

F
Violent222/100K
Property2,113/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault222/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity34.8%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking10.6%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation978 ft (298 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.9%
High School+98.5%
Graduate+17.2%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband94.5%

Is Lake Waukomis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Waukomis receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Lake Waukomis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Waukomis is $119,519, which is significantly higher than the national average — 59% above $75,149. This places Lake Waukomis among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Waukomis is $412,100, 46% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,438 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Lake Waukomis is below the national average at 222 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,113 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Lake Waukomis is a highly educated community — 50.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Waukomis experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lake Waukomis has a population of 1,085 with a density of 3,741 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.7% female and 45.3% male. The city is predominantly White (83.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.6% of residents. 9.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 12.8% of residents have a disability. 96.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,085
Total Population
3,741
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Waukomis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Waukomis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Waukomis is $119,519, which is 59% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $69,105 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 22.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lake Waukomis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$119,519
59% above US avg
Per Capita Income$69,105

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Drive Alone74.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Waukomis is $412,100, 46% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $420,208. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,438 (24% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 492 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1964. 26.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$412,100
46% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$420,208
Median List Price$725,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$725,000
$/Sq Ft$213
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,438
24% above US avg
Rent Burden26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.2%
Housing Units492
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

In Lake Waukomis, 34.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 7.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.4% of residents, below the national average. 28.8% have high blood pressure. 10.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 19.2% report binge drinking. 18.7% are physically inactive, below the national average. 24.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 15.6% experience frequent mental distress. 5.7% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.6%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.6%
24% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity18.7%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress10.4%
Short Sleep32.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Uninsured5.7%
34% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.3%
Dental Visits71.0%

Food & Exercise

Lake Waukomis has a violent crime rate of 222 per 100,000 residents, 41% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 222.5 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,113 per 100,000, 8% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,891, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 222 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Lake Waukomis receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent222.5/100K
41% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault222.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,113.5/100K
8% above US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft1,891.0/100K
Vehicle Theft222.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Lake Waukomis experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 266 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 978 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density3,741/sq mi
Coordinates39.2322°N, 94.6380°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 33°F (1°C) 1.3 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.5 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
May 65°F (18°C) 5.1 in Wettest
June 74°F (23°C) 4.8 in
July 79°F (26°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 3.7 in
September 68°F (20°C) 4.9 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.4 in
December 32°F (0°C) 1.7 in

Lake Waukomis has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 27°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.1") and January the driest (1.2").

50.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 51% above the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. 17.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 94.5% of households have broadband internet access. 74.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.9%
51% above US avg
High School+98.5%
Graduate Degree+17.2%
School Test Score5.51
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3,741/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.5%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Drive Alone74.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Waukomis

What is the population of Lake Waukomis?

Lake Waukomis has a population of 1,085 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 3,741 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.7% female and 45.3% male.

Is Lake Waukomis expensive to live in?

Lake Waukomis is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $119,519, 59% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $412,100 (46% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,438 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Lake Waukomis safe?

Lake Waukomis is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 222 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,113 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Lake Waukomis receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Lake Waukomis?

Lake Waukomis has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.6 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Lake Waukomis?

Lake Waukomis has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 22.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lake Waukomis?

The median home value in Lake Waukomis is $412,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $420,208. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,438. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Lake Waukomis?

Schools in Lake Waukomis score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 50.9% of adults in Lake Waukomis hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. 17.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Lake Waukomis?

The obesity rate in Lake Waukomis is 34.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 10.6% of adults are smokers. 18.7% are physically inactive. 24.1% of residents report depression. 5.7% lack health insurance (below the national rate).

What is transportation like in Lake Waukomis?

The average commute in Lake Waukomis is 26 minutes. 74.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 22.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lake Waukomis?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lake Waukomis is 83.7% White, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino. 96.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.4% speak Spanish. 9.3% of the population are military veterans. 12.8% of residents have a disability. 96.9% have health insurance coverage.

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