Lakeview, AR

Arkansas

Lakeview is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 949. Residents earn $62,708 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
949 Population 913/sq mi density
$62,708 Median Income $45,720 per capita
$199,700 Home Value $225,463 Zillow
$736 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$62,708 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$199,700 home value, $736/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,708
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $199,700
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $736
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population949
Median Age60.4 yrs
Density913/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,708
Per Capita$45,720
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$774M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$199,700
Rent$736
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$225,463

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation791 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+93.8%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute25 min
Libraries1

Is Lakeview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lakeview receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Lakeview offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lakeview is $62,708, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lakeview is $199,700, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $736 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lakeview enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lakeview has a population of 949 with a density of 913 people per square mile. The median age is 60.4 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

949
Total Population
913
People / sq mi
60.4yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lakeview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lakeview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lakeview is $62,708, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Lakeview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,708
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,720
Avg Weekly Wage$793
IRS Avg AGI$52,740

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$774M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare25
Retail37
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,275
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Work from Home20.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Lakeview is $199,700, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $736 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $225,463.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$199,700
29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$225,463

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$736
37% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$700
1 Bedroom$751
2 Bedrooms$944
3 Bedrooms$1,239
4 Bedrooms$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,275
35% below US avg
Effective Rate1.14%
In Lakeview, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.0% report depression. 30.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression29.0%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death11,365/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access30.8%
Healthcare Facilities25

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Lakeview has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall8.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation791 ft (241 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density913/sq mi
Coordinates36.3739°N, 92.5387°W
County FIPS05089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.2%
43% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score4.91
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density913/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants30
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Work from Home20.3%

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