Lakeview, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Montcalm County County
Lakeview, MI
At a Glance
How Lakeview Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lakeview's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lakeview a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lakeview residents earn a median household income of $30,865 , which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,171. The unemployment rate stands at 21.5% (497% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 30.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,086 business establishments, including 93 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lakeview is $152,900 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $224,908. Median rent is $507/month, with 24.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1960.
Safety & Crime
Lakeview reports 577 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 52% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,154/100K.
Education
10.4% of adults in Lakeview hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below the national average). 87.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 36.6 inches.