Lakeview Heights, KY

Kentucky

Lakeview Heights is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 342. Residents earn $82,917 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
342 Population 2,443/sq mi density
$82,917 Median Income $41,560 per capita
$189,500 Home Value $255,170 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$82,917 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$189,500 home value
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,917
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $189,500
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

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

People

Population342
Median Age58.2 yrs
Density2,443/mi²
Male / Female42% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,917
Per Capita$41,560
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty1.0%
County GDP$1,068M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$189,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$255,170

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Elevation810 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.0%
High School+98.4%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute22 min
Libraries2

Is Lakeview Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lakeview Heights receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Lakeview Heights stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lakeview Heights is $82,917, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 1.0% 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 Lakeview Heights is $189,500, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Lakeview Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches, including 12.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lakeview Heights has a population of 342 with a density of 2,443 people per square mile. The median age is 58.2 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%), with 1.5% Black.

Population

342
Total Population
2,443
People / sq mi
58.2yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.5%
Female 58.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lakeview Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lakeview Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lakeview Heights is $82,917, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Lakeview Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,917
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,560
Avg Weekly Wage$940
IRS Avg AGI$55,659

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg
Establishments (County)808
County GDP$1,068M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare99
Retail106
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,405
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Lakeview Heights is $189,500, 33% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,170.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,500
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$255,170

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,405
31% below US avg
Effective Rate1.27%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Premature Death13,749/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access97.4%
Healthcare Facilities99

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Lakeview Heights has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.8 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall12.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation810 ft (247 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density2,443/sq mi
Coordinates38.1520°N, 83.5043°W
County FIPS21205
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 45.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.1%
D 35.3%

Winner: Republican by 27.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.0%
34% above US avg
High School+98.4%
School Test Score5.50
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density2,443/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities99
Restaurants57
Retail Stores106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Work from Home10.2%

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