Lakeside City, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Lakeside City is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,150. Residents earn $104,563 per year, which is 39% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,150 Population 1,797/sq mi density
$104,563 Median Income $38,622 per capita
$240,500 Home Value $374,893 Zillow
$2,059 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
73 Violent Crime/100K 1,306 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$104,563 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$240,500 home value, $2,059/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
73 violent crimes/100K (81% below avg)
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $104,563
39% higher than US avg
Home Value $240,500
15% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 73/100K
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,059
77% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.1%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,150
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density1,797/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A+
Median Income$104,563
Per Capita$38,622
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$7,674M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$240,500
Rent$2,059
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$374,893

Crime

F
Violent73/100K
Property1,306/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault73/100K
Burglary363/100K

Health

Obesity33.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain32.5 in/yr
Elevation979 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.2%
High School+98.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute21 min
Libraries4

Is Lakeside City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lakeside City receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Lakeside City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lakeside City is $104,563, which is significantly higher than the national average — 39% above $75,149. This places Lakeside City among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lakeside City is $240,500, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $2,059 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Lakeside City is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 73 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,306 per 100,000, 33% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lakeside City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Lakeside City has a population of 1,150 with a density of 1,797 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.5%).

Population

1,150
Total Population
1,797
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Lakeside City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.1%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.9%
19% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lakeside City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lakeside City is $104,563, which is 39% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Lakeside City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$104,563
39% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,622
Avg Weekly Wage$1,004
IRS Avg AGI$70,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,366
County GDP$7,674M

Business (County)

Restaurants312
Healthcare424
Retail461
Manufacturing114

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,194
134% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lakeside City is $240,500, 15% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,059 (77% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $374,893.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$240,500
15% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$374,893
Median List Price$539,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$539,000
$/Sq Ft$136
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.2%
Price Drops66.7%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,059
77% above 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-Occupied90.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,194
134% above US avg
Effective Rate3.41%
In Lakeside City, 33.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lakeside City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.1%
3% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Checkup Rate73.0%
Premature Death11,092/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access70.7%
Healthcare Facilities424
Lakeside City has a violent crime rate of 73 per 100,000 residents, 81% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,306 per 100,000 (33% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent72.6/100K
81% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault72.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,306.2/100K
33% below US avg
Burglary362.8/100K
Theft870.8/100K
Vehicle Theft72.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Lakeside City has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.5 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation979 ft (298 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,797/sq mi
Coordinates33.8292°N, 98.5403°W
County FIPS48485
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 36.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 27.5%

Winner: Republican by 44 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.2%
7% above US avg
High School+98.3%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,797/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities424
Restaurants312
Retail Stores461

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Work from Home9.0%

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