Lakeport, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Lakeport is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,250. Residents earn $63,929 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,250 Population 786/sq mi density
$63,929 Median Income $24,245 per capita
$119,900 Home Value $225,365 Zillow
$1,161 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$63,929 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$119,900 home value, $1,161/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,929
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $119,900
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,161
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.7%
43% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,250
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density786/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 25%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,929
Per Capita$24,245
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty17.7%
County GDP$10,511M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,900
Rent$1,161
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$225,365

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation307 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+82.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute22 min
Libraries5

Is Lakeport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lakeport receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Lakeport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lakeport is $63,929, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 17.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lakeport is $119,900, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,161 per month. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lakeport enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Lakeport has a population of 1,250 with a density of 786 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (47.8%), with 25% White, 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

1,250
Total Population
786
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Lakeport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.0%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.0%
42% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lakeport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lakeport is $63,929, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.7% 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$63,929
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,245
Avg Weekly Wage$1,127
IRS Avg AGI$72,111

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.7%
43% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,316
County GDP$10,511M

Business (County)

Restaurants380
Healthcare461
Retail653
Manufacturing170

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,591
88% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lakeport is $119,900, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,161 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $225,365.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,900
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$225,365

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,161
0% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,591
88% above US avg
Effective Rate5.50%
In Lakeport, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes14.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure39.1%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.6%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death12,456/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access86.0%
Healthcare Facilities461

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Lakeport has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.2°F
23% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation307 ft (94 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density786/sq mi
Coordinates32.4051°N, 94.7102°W
County FIPS48183
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 42.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+82.7%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density786/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities461
Restaurants380
Retail Stores653

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Work from Home4.0%

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