Lakeside, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Lakeside is a small town in Ohio with a population of 678. Residents earn $92,153 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
678 Population 983/sq mi density
$92,153 Median Income $86,712 per capita
$403,000 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$92,153 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$403,000 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
61.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,153
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $403,000
43% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 61.6%
83% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population678
Median Age69.2 yrs
Density983/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans19.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,153
Per Capita$86,712
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$5,356M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$403,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,409

Health

Obesity35.0%
Uninsured5.8%
Smoking11.7%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation606 ft (185 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+61.6%
High School+84.7%
Graduate+20.9%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute22 min
Broadband88.8%
Libraries6

Is Lakeside a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lakeside receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Lakeside stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lakeside is $92,153, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% 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 Lakeside is $403,000, 43% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Lakeside is a highly educated community — 61.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lakeside experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lakeside has a population of 678 with a density of 983 people per square mile. The median age is 69.2 years, 78% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%).

Population

678
Total Population
983
People / sq mi
69.2yrs
Median Age
78% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lakeside vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lakeside vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lakeside is $92,153, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Lakeside vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,153
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$86,712
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$66,569

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,074
County GDP$5,356M

Business (County)

Restaurants278
Healthcare223
Retail296
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,868
68% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone62.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lakeside is $403,000, 43% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$403,000
43% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.3%
Housing Units1,409
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,868
68% above US avg
Effective Rate1.46%
In Lakeside, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.8% of residents lack health insurance. 11.7% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.7%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep37.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured5.8%
33% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits65.1%
Premature Death10,181/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.4%
Healthcare Facilities223
Lakeside has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation606 ft (185 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density983/sq mi
Coordinates41.5409°N, 82.7534°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39043
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 61.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.1-point margin. 88.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.6%
D 42.5%

Winner: Republican by 14.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+61.6%
83% above US avg
High School+84.7%
Graduate Degree+20.9%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density983/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.8%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities223
Restaurants278
Retail Stores296

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone62.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.0%

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