Lake Winnebago, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $179,038

138% higher than US avg

Home Value $646,200

129% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 59.6%

77% higher than US avg

Median Rent $2,571

121% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 33.8%

5% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,401

Median Age49.7 yrs

Density604/mi²

Male / Female53% / 47%

Largest GroupWhite 94%

Veterans6.9%

Economy

A+

Median Income$179,038

Per Capita$78,719

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

Commute26 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$646,200

Rent$2,571

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$821,323

Housing Units512

Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity33.8%

Uninsured5.8%

Smoking11.1%

Depression23.9%

Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain40.0 in/yr

Sunny Days263/yr

Elevation968 ft (295 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+59.6%

High School+97.8%

Graduate+24.8%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute26 min

Broadband99.5%

Is Lake Winnebago a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Winnebago receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Lake Winnebago 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 Winnebago is $179,038, which is significantly higher than the national average — 138% above $75,149. This places Lake Winnebago among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% 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 Winnebago is $646,200, making it a premium housing market at 129% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,571 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Lake Winnebago is a highly educated community — 59.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Winnebago experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lake Winnebago has a population of 1,401 with a density of 604 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age is 49.7 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.3% female and 52.7% male. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.4% of residents. 6.9% of the population are veterans. 8.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 99.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,401

Total Population

604

People / sq mi

49.7yrs

Median Age

28% above US avg

2.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%

Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Winnebago vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	99.4%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.6%
	96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Winnebago vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Winnebago is $179,038, which is 138% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $78,719 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% 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. 16.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Lake Winnebago vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$179,038
	138% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$78,719

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.0 min
Drive Alone	79.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	16.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Winnebago is $646,200, 129% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $821,323, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $2,571 (121% 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 512 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1982. 17.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$646,200
	129% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$821,323
Median List Price	$895,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$895,000
$/Sq Ft	$291
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	0.0%
Price Drops	12.5%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$2,571
	121% above US avg
Rent Burden	17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	95.0%
Housing Units	512
Median Year Built	1982

Property Tax

In Lake Winnebago, 33.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 7.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.3% of residents, below the national average. 27.5% have high blood pressure. 11.1% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 19.2% report binge drinking. 18.9% are physically inactive, below the national average. 23.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 15.8% experience frequent mental distress. 5.8% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	33.8%
	5% above US avg
Diabetes	7.6%
Heart Disease	4.3%
High Blood Pressure	27.5%
Asthma	9.6%
COPD	4.5%
Cancer	7.9%
Stroke	2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.1%
	21% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.2%
Physical Inactivity	18.9%
Depression	23.9%
Mental Distress	15.8%
Physical Distress	10.0%
Short Sleep	35.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	99.5%
Uninsured	5.8%
	33% below US avg
Checkup Rate	76.2%
Dental Visits	71.6%

Food & Exercise

Lake Winnebago experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 263 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 40.0 inches. The area receives 4.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 968 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	54.2°F
	0% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	40.0 inches
	5% above US avg
Snowfall	4.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	968 ft (295 m)
Area	2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density	604/sq mi
Coordinates	38.8314°N, 94.3586°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	27°F (-3°C)	1.3 in	Coldest, Driest
February	33°F (1°C)	1.3 in
March	44°F (7°C)	2.9 in
April	54°F (12°C)	3.7 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.9 in
June	73°F (23°C)	5.3 in	Wettest
July	78°F (26°C)	3.8 in	Warmest
August	76°F (25°C)	3.8 in
September	68°F (20°C)	4.8 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.7 in
November	43°F (6°C)	2.6 in
December	32°F (0°C)	1.7 in

Lake Winnebago has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 27°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.3") and January the driest (1.3").

59.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. 24.8% 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. 99.5% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate). 79.4% 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+	59.6%
	77% above US avg
High School+	97.8%
Graduate Degree+	24.8%
School Test Score	5.51

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	604/sq mi
Total Area	2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	99.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.0 min
Drive Alone	79.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	16.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Winnebago

What is the population of Lake Winnebago?

Lake Winnebago has a population of 1,401 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 604 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.3% female and 52.7% male.

Is Lake Winnebago expensive to live in?

Lake Winnebago 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 $179,038, 138% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $646,200 (129% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $2,571 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Lake Winnebago?

Lake Winnebago 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 78°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Lake Winnebago?

The job market in Lake Winnebago is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 16.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lake Winnebago?

The median home value in Lake Winnebago is $646,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $821,323. For renters, the median monthly rent is $2,571. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Lake Winnebago?

Schools in Lake Winnebago score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 59.6% of adults in Lake Winnebago hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. 24.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Lake Winnebago?

The obesity rate in Lake Winnebago is 33.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 11.1% of adults are smokers. 18.9% are physically inactive. 23.9% of residents report depression. 5.8% lack health insurance (below the national rate).

What is transportation like in Lake Winnebago?

The average commute in Lake Winnebago is 26 minutes. 79.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lake Winnebago?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lake Winnebago is 94.1% White, 2% Black or African American. 99.4% of residents speak only English at home. 6.9% of the population are military veterans. 8.6% of residents have a disability. 99.5% have health insurance coverage.

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