Lakeview, NE

Nebraska

Lakeview is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 446. Residents earn $133,265 per year, which is 77% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
446 Population 1,239/sq mi density
$133,265 Median Income $34,865 per capita
$238,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$133,265 median income, 14.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$238,600 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $133,265
77% higher than US avg
Home Value $238,600
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.8%
15% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 14.5%
303% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population446
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density1,239/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$133,265
Per Capita$34,865
Unemployment14.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,864M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$238,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.2%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain28.7 in/yr
Elevation1,548 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute15 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries2

Is Lakeview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lakeview receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Lakeview 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 is $133,265, which is significantly higher than the national average — 77% above $75,149. This places Lakeview among higher-income communities. At 14.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lakeview is $238,600, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Lakeview experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.7 inches, including 25.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Lakeview has a population of 446 with a density of 1,239 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.8%).

Population

446
Total Population
1,239
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lakeview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lakeview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lakeview is $133,265, which is 77% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Lakeview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$133,265
77% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,865
Avg Weekly Wage$1,064
IRS Avg AGI$75,046

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.5%
303% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,157
County GDP$3,864M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare99
Retail150
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,302
51% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.1 min
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Lakeview is $238,600, 15% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$238,600
15% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,302
51% above US avg
Effective Rate2.22%
In Lakeview, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.2% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma8.8%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression17.2%
Mental Distress14.1%
Physical Distress10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death5,668/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access82.7%
Healthcare Facilities99

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Lakeview has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.7 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall25.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,548 ft (472 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,239/sq mi
Coordinates41.4991°N, 97.3737°W
County FIPS31141
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 38.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.3-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.7%
D 20.4%

Winner: Republican by 58.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.8%
15% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.81
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,239/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities99
Restaurants79
Retail Stores150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.1 min
Work from Home2.9%

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