Median Income
$80,473
7% higher than US avg
Home Value
$208,000
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
24.4%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$886
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.6%
87% lower than US avg
How Lanesville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population871
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density927/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans4.7%
Economy
A+
Median Income$80,473
Per Capita$37,711
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$4,257M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$208,000
Rent$886
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$332,796
Rent Burden19.6%
Health
Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation711 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+24.4%
High School+96.9%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute27 min
Broadband80.8%
Libraries4
Is Lanesville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lanesville receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Lanesville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lanesville is $80,473, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lanesville is $208,000, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $886 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
24.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Lanesville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Lanesville has a population of 871 with a density of 927 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.
Population
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Lanesville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.7% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.3% |
| 98% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Lanesville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Lanesville is $80,473, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income: Lanesville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $80,473 |
| 7% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $37,711 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,067 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $87,389 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.6% |
| 87% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,062 |
| County GDP | $4,257M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 172 |
| Healthcare | 288 |
| Retail | 213 |
| Manufacturing | 112 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,401 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.64% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 15.3% |
The median home value in Lanesville is $208,000, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $886 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $332,796.
Home Values
| Census Median | $208,000 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $332,796 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $886 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 19.6% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,401 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.64% |
In Lanesville, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lanesville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.4% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.8% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.6% |
| Depression | 25.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.6% |
| Premature Death | 9,964/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 288 |
Crime Rates: Lanesville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
Safety Score
Lanesville has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
35°F Jan (1°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 58.0°F |
| 7% above US avg |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 48.0 inches |
| 26% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 4.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 711 ft (217 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 927/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.2394°N, 85.9821°W |
| County FIPS | 18043 |