Median Income
$30,865
59% lower than US avg
Home Value
$152,900
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$507
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment
10.2%
183% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
30.1%
143% higher than US avg
How Lakeview Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,049
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density695/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Economy
F
Median Income$30,865
Per Capita$21,171
Unemployment10.2%
Poverty30.1%
County GDP$2,158M
Commute32 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$152,900
Rent$507
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$215,125
Health
Obesity42.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Elevation947 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+87.7%
School Score5.23
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute32 min
Libraries8
Is Lakeview a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lakeview receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Lakeview has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lakeview is $30,865, 59% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 30.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lakeview is $152,900, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $507 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Lakeview experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches, including 72.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Lakeview has a population of 1,049 with a density of 695 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.6%), with 17.4% Black.
Population
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.6% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.4% |
| 82% below US avg |
The median household income in Lakeview is $30,865, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 30.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $30,865 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,171 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $909 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,319 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 10.2% |
| 183% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 30.1% |
| 143% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,086 |
| County GDP | $2,158M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 93 |
| Healthcare | 122 |
| Retail | 201 |
| Manufacturing | 74 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,619 |
| 32% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.02% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.2 min |
| Work from Home | 11.4% |
The median home value in Lakeview is $152,900, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $507 (56% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $215,125.
Home Values
| Census Median | $152,900 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $215,125 |
| Median List Price | $219,450 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $219,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $168 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 93.9% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 3 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $507 |
| 56% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,619 |
| 32% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.02% |
In Lakeview, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.9% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lakeview vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.5% |
| 32% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.2% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.2% |
| Depression | 29.9% |
| Mental Distress | 21.0% |
| Physical Distress | 15.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.7% |
| Premature Death | 8,730/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 50.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 122 |
Crime Rates: Lakeview vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
Safety Score
Lakeview has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 47.0°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.7 inches |
| 4% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 72.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 947 ft (289 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 695/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.4431°N, 85.2669°W |
| County FIPS | 26117 |