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Lakeland South, WA
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Lakeland South, WA
At a Glance
How Lakeland South Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lakeland South's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lakeland South a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lakeland South residents earn a median household income of $105,273 , which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,152. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 20,820 business establishments, including 1,771 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lakeland South is $530,900 , 88% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $528,424. Median rent is $1,558/month, with 30.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 107.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1986.
Safety & Crime
Lakeland South reports 32 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 92% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,696/100K.
Education
25.9% of adults in Lakeland South hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below the national average). 87.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lakeland South has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.