Median Income
$79,643
6% higher than US avg
Home Value
$318,800
13% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
35.6%
6% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.8%
85% lower than US avg
How Laketown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population420
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density167/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A+
Median Income$79,643
Per Capita$32,754
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$253M
Commute24 min
Housing
A
Home Value$318,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$527,735
Health
Obesity32.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp43°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain14.9 in/yr
Elevation5,954 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+35.6%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.82
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute24 min
Is Laketown a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Laketown receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Laketown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Laketown is $79,643, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Laketown is $318,800, 13% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 35.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Laketown has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.9 inches, including 83.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Laketown has a population of 420 with a density of 167 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%).
Population
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.7% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.3% |
| 75% below US avg |
The median household income in Laketown is $79,643, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $79,643 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,754 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $840 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $89,415 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.8% |
| 85% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 161 |
| County GDP | $253M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Healthcare | 3 |
| Retail | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,467 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.77% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.1 min |
| Work from Home | 16.3% |
The median home value in Laketown is $318,800, 13% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $527,735.
Home Values
| Census Median | $318,800 |
| 13% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $527,735 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $981 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,082 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,313 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,746 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,105 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,467 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.77% |
In Laketown, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 18.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Laketown vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.9% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.3% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.4% |
| Depression | 28.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 13.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 82.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.8% |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3 |
Crime Rates: Laketown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Laketown has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-5°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 43.0°F |
| 20% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 14.9 inches |
| 61% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 83.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,954 ft (1,815 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 167/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.8293°N, 111.3327°W |
| County FIPS | 49033 |