Lakeview, MS

Mississippi · Metropolitan Area

Lakeview is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 516.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
516 Population 2,580/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $23,516 per capita
$320,000 Home Value
$833 Median Rent 31.6% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $320,000
14% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $833
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population516
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density2,580/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 53%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$23,516
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$731M
Commute29 min

Housing

Home Value$320,000
Rent$833
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden31.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.8%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain56.5 in/yr
Elevation270 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+55.4%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 69%
Commute29 min
Broadband46.2%
Libraries2

Is Lakeview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lakeview receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Lakeview faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lakeview is $320,000, 14% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $833 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 55.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lakeview enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lakeview has a population of 516 with a density of 2,580 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.9%), with 16.9% Hispanic.

Population

516
Total Population
2,580
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.3%
Female 39.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Lakeview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only73.6%
6% below US avg
Spanish26.4%
97% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lakeview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lakeview is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Lakeview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$23,516
Avg Weekly Wage$802
IRS Avg AGI$40,687

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)270
County GDP$731M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare16
Retail46
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,730
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Drive Alone94.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lakeview is $320,000, 14% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $833 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$320,000
14% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$833
28% below US avg
Rent Burden31.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$751
1 Bedroom$782
2 Bedrooms$924
3 Bedrooms$1,177
4 Bedrooms$1,295

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied27.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,730
22% below US avg
Effective Rate0.85%
In Lakeview, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.8% report depression. 37.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes15.3%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure39.4%
Asthma8.7%
COPD7.4%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity37.2%
Depression18.8%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate57.4%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death21,013/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access70.6%
Healthcare Facilities16

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Lakeview has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.5 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation270 ft (82 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density2,580/sq mi
Coordinates34.9880°N, 90.1365°W
County FIPS28143
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 38.9-point margin. 46.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30%
D 68.9%

Winner: Democrat by 38.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+55.4%
School Test Score4.42
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,580/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.2%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants33
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Drive Alone94.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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