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Lakeport, MI

Michigan

Lakeport is a small town in Michigan with a population of 746. Residents earn $55,167 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
746 Population 724/sq mi density
$55,167 Median Income $40,574 per capita
$172,000 Home Value
$1,162 Median Rent 39.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$55,167 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$172,000 home value, $1,162/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,167
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $172,000
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.6%
26% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,162
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population746
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density724/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans18.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,167
Per Capita$40,574
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$1,747M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$172,000
Rent$1,162
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units475
Rent Burden39.0%

Health

Obesity36.2%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking16.7%
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation604 ft (184 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.6%
High School+94.8%
Graduate+17.4%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute22 min
Broadband97.4%
Libraries8

Is Lakeport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lakeport receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Lakeport stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lakeport is $55,167, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lakeport is $172,000, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,162 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Lakeport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.9 inches, including 35.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Lakeport has a population of 746 with a density of 724 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 4.6% Black.

Population

746
Total Population
724
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.1%
Female 55.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lakeport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lakeport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lakeport is $55,167, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Lakeport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,167
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,574
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$57,237

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)879
County GDP$1,747M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare103
Retail134
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,870
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Drive Alone69.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Lakeport is $172,000, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,162 (0% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$172,000
39% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,162
0% below US avg
Rent Burden39.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.5%
Housing Units475
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,870
11% above US avg
Effective Rate2.25%
In Lakeport, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.7% are current smokers. 29.9% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma12.1%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression29.9%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.3%
Dental Visits67.1%
Premature Death9,591/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access40.5%
Healthcare Facilities103
Lakeport has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.9 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.9 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall35.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation604 ft (184 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density724/sq mi
Coordinates43.1069°N, 82.4934°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26151
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 42.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.7-point margin. 97.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.2%
D 25.5%

Winner: Republican by 47.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.6%
26% above US avg
High School+94.8%
Graduate Degree+17.4%
School Test Score5.23
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density724/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities103
Restaurants71
Retail Stores134

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Drive Alone69.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.5%

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