Lakeville, CT

Connecticut

Lakeville is a small town in Connecticut with a population of 641. Residents earn $95,156 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
641 Population 167/sq mi density
$95,156 Median Income $69,186 per capita
$822,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$95,156 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$822,200 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
74.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,156
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $822,200
192% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 74.7%
122% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.9%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population641
Median Age56.3 yrs
Density167/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,156
Per Capita$69,186
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$6,465M
Commute29 min

Housing

D
Home Value$822,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Elevation723 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+74.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.10

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute29 min
EV Stations2
Libraries21

Is Lakeville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lakeville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Lakeville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lakeville is $95,156, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.7% 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 Lakeville is $822,200, making it a premium housing market at 192% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.6x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Lakeville is a highly educated community — 74.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lakeville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Lakeville has a population of 641 with a density of 167 people per square mile. The median age is 56.3 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

641
Total Population
167
People / sq mi
56.3yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lakeville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lakeville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lakeville is $95,156, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Lakeville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,156
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$69,186
Avg Weekly Wage$1,237
IRS Avg AGI$105,475

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,670
County GDP$6,465M

Business (County)

Restaurants273
Healthcare340
Retail378
Manufacturing152

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,102
160% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Work from Home44.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Lakeville is $822,200, 192% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$822,200
192% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,351
1 Bedroom$1,590
2 Bedrooms$1,955
3 Bedrooms$2,415
4 Bedrooms$2,824

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,102
160% above US avg
Effective Rate1.11%
In Lakeville, 25.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.9%
19% below US avg
Diabetes6.4%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure23.9%
Asthma10.7%
COPD4.0%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity18.0%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate78.5%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access84.4%
Healthcare Facilities340

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Lakeville has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.9 inches
23% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation723 ft (220 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.9 km²)
Population Density167/sq mi
Coordinates41.9621°N, 73.4433°W
County FIPS09160
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 74.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (122% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.9%
D 48.6%

Winner: Republican by 1.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+74.7%
122% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density167/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities340
Restaurants273
Retail Stores378

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Work from Home44.4%

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