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Lakehead, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Lakehead is a small town in California with a population of 523. Residents earn $41,684 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
523 Population 111/sq mi density
$41,684 Median Income $30,973 per capita
$216,300 Home Value $325,375 Zillow
$970 Median Rent 37.2% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$41,684 median income, 2.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$216,300 home value, $970/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,684
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $216,300
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $970
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.6%
179% higher than US avg

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

People

Population523
Median Age63.6 yrs
Density111/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans17.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,684
Per Capita$30,973
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty34.6%
County GDP$11,870M
Commute29 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$216,300
Rent$970
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$325,375
Housing Units313
Rent Burden37.2%

Health

Obesity30.8%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking15.3%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain63.0 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation1,389 ft (423 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+84.5%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute29 min
Broadband68.7%
EV Stations2
Libraries4

Is Lakehead a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lakehead receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Lakehead has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lakehead is $41,684, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. The poverty rate of 34.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lakehead is $216,300, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $970 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lakehead enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 63.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Lakehead has a population of 523 with a density of 111 people per square mile. The median age is 63.6 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 4% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

523
Total Population
111
People / sq mi
63.6yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
4.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lakehead vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.3%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.7%
20% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lakehead vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lakehead is $41,684, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 34.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Lakehead vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,684
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,973
Avg Weekly Wage$1,141
IRS Avg AGI$70,441

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate34.6%
179% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,748
County GDP$11,870M

Business (County)

Restaurants430
Healthcare667
Retail615
Manufacturing133

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Drive Alone56.1%
Public Transit9.9%
Work from Home16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Lakehead is $216,300, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $970 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $325,375.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$216,300
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$325,375

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$970
17% below US avg
Rent Burden37.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.1%
Housing Units313
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Effective Rate2.14%
In Lakehead, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lakehead vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.8%
4% below US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep39.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.4%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,283
Dentists1:1,256
Mental Health1:186
Checkup Rate70.0%
Dental Visits58.5%
Premature Death10,558/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities667
Lakehead has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.0 inches. The area enjoys 269 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.0 inches
66% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,389 ft (423 m)
Area4.7 sq mi (12.2 km²)
Population Density111/sq mi
Coordinates40.9034°N, 122.3997°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06089
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin. 68.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 30.5%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+84.5%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density111/sq mi
Total Area4.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.7%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities667
Restaurants430
Retail Stores615

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
FEMA Disaster Declarations546

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Drive Alone56.1%
Public Transit9.9%
Work from Home16.7%

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