Median Income
$77,563
3% higher than US avg
Home Value
$201,900
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.8%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,229
6% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.7%
46% lower than US avg
How Lapel Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,568
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density248/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
A
Median Income$77,563
Per Capita$37,001
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$5,526M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$201,900
Rent$1,229
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$215,465
Health
Obesity32.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Elevation857 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.8%
High School+94.4%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute26 min
Libraries8
Is Lapel a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lapel 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. Lapel stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lapel is $77,563, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lapel is $201,900, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,229 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Lapel experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches, including 20.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Lapel has a population of 2,568 with a density of 248 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 (93.1%), with 2.5% Hispanic.
Population
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
The median household income in Lapel is $77,563, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $77,563 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $37,001 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $961 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,559 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.7% |
| 46% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,484 |
| County GDP | $5,526M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 230 |
| Healthcare | 308 |
| Retail | 345 |
| Manufacturing | 104 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,964 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.47% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.7 min |
| Work from Home | 14.0% |
The median home value in Lapel is $201,900, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,229 (6% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $215,465.
Home Values
| Census Median | $201,900 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $215,465 |
| Median List Price | $230,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $230,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $147 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 20.0% |
| Inventory | 5 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,229 |
| 6% above US avg |
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) | $2,964 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.47% |
In Lapel, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lapel vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.8% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.6% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.4% |
| Depression | 28.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.2% |
| Premature Death | 11,656/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 308 |
Crime Rates: Lapel vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
Safety Score
Lapel has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
74°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 52.6°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.8 inches |
| 15% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 20.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 857 ft (261 m) |
| Area | 10.4 sq mi (26.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 248/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0334°N, 85.8406°W |
| County FIPS | 18095 |