Home Value
$103,700
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
42.1%
25% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.0%
60% lower than US avg
How Lansing Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population352
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density1,257/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans0.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$27,107
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$5,057M
Commute27 min
Housing
Home Value$103,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units229
Health
Obesity41.0%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking19.1%
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation703 ft (214 m)
Education
A
Bachelor's+42.1%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+34.2%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute27 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries1
Is Lansing a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lansing receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Lansing stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.0% 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 Lansing is $103,700, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 42.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Lansing experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Lansing has a population of 352 with a density of 1,257 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%).
Population
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Lansing is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $27,107 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,074 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,258 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.0% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,794 |
| County GDP | $5,057M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 140 |
| Healthcare | 229 |
| Retail | 186 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,676 |
| 5% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.54% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Lansing is $103,700, 63% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $103,700 |
| 63% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 84.9% |
| Housing Units | 229 |
| Median Year Built | 1946 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,676 |
| 5% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.54% |
In Lansing, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 19.1% are current smokers. 28.6% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lansing vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.0% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.1% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Cancer | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 19.1% |
| 36% above US avg |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.7% |
| Depression | 28.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
| Short Sleep | 40.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Uninsured | 8.4% |
| 2% below US avg |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Dental Visits | 59.6% |
| Premature Death | 11,927/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 229 |
Lansing has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
74°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 53.1°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 275 days/yr |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.9 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 703 ft (214 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,257/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0761°N, 80.7924°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County FIPS | 54069 |