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Lakeview, TX

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Lakeview is a small town in Texas with a population of 48. Residents earn $43,438 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
48 Population 229/sq mi density
$43,438 Median Income $29,660 per capita
61°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$43,438 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,438
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population48
Median Age59.7 yrs
Density229/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Veterans48.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,438
Per Capita$29,660
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$106M
Commute13 min

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain22.3 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation2,121 ft (646 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+60.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute13 min
Broadband27.0%
Libraries1

Is Lakeview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lakeview receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include 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 $43,438, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 60.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lakeview enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Lakeview has a population of 48 with a density of 229 people per square mile. The median age is 59.7 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.8%).

Population

48
Total Population
229
People / sq mi
59.7yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lakeview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only63.2%
19% below US avg
Spanish36.8%
175% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lakeview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lakeview is $43,438, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Lakeview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,438
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,660
Avg Weekly Wage$735
IRS Avg AGI$50,202

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)131
County GDP$106M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare4
Retail14

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.9 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Lakeview has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.3 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.0°F
13% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.3 inches
41% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,121 ft (646 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density229/sq mi
Coordinates34.6728°N, 100.6972°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48191
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.4-point margin. 27.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.3%
D 13%

Winner: Republican by 73.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+60.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density229/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants10
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.9 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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