Median Income
$51,633
31% lower than US avg
Home Value
$138,100
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,171
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.6%
23% lower than US avg
How Laurel Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,514
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density1,445/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Economy
B+
Median Income$51,633
Per Capita$26,073
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$8,514M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$138,100
Rent$1,171
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Elevation65 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+93.0%
School Score6.24
Community
2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute28 min
Libraries4
Is Laurel Lake a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Laurel Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Laurel Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Laurel Lake is $51,633, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Laurel Lake is $138,100, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,171 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Laurel Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Laurel Lake has a population of 2,514 with a density of 1,445 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.3%), with 12.1% Hispanic, 2.3% Black.
Population
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Laurel Lake vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.8% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.2% |
| 76% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Laurel Lake vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Laurel Lake is $51,633, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: Laurel Lake vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $51,633 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,073 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,110 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,037 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.6% |
| 23% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,763 |
| County GDP | $8,514M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 243 |
| Healthcare | 408 |
| Retail | 478 |
| Manufacturing | 152 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,658 |
| 90% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.82% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.8 min |
| Work from Home | 3.6% |
The median home value in Laurel Lake is $138,100, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,171 (1% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $138,100 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $180,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $180,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $154 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 84.7% |
| Price Drops | 26.7% |
| Inventory | 15 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,171 |
| 1% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,658 |
| 90% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.82% |
In Laurel Lake, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Laurel Lake vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.2% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.3% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.7% |
| Depression | 20.4% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 16.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.7% |
| Premature Death | 10,760/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 88.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 408 |
Crime Rates: Laurel Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
Safety Score
Laurel Lake has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
33°F Jan (1°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 54.2°F |
| 0% below US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.4 inches |
| 14% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 65 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,445/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.3263°N, 75.0306°W |
| County FIPS | 34011 |