Bachelor's+
10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$826
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
25.5%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
66.7%
438% higher than US avg
How Lazear Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population164
Median Age23.9 yrs
Density103/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans96.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$30,053
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty66.7%
County GDP$1,203M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
Rent$826
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden36.1%
Health
Obesity25.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain14.3 in/yr
Elevation5,439 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 31%
CommuteN/A
Broadband50.0%
Libraries5
Is Lazear a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lazear receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Lazear faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 66.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $826 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Lazear experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.3 inches, including 41.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Lazear has a population of 164 with a density of 103 people per square mile. The median age is 23.9 years, 39% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%).
Population
23.9yrs
Median Age
39% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 89.6% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Spanish | 10.4% |
| 22% below US avg |
The median household income in Lazear is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 66.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $30,053 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $920 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,477 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 66.7% |
| 438% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,041 |
| County GDP | $1,203M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 77 |
| Healthcare | 80 |
| Retail | 108 |
| Manufacturing | 50 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,254 |
| 36% below US avg |
Monthly rent averages $826 (29% below US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $826 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 36.1% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,254 |
| 36% below US avg |
In Lazear, 25.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lazear vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 25.5% |
| 21% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.3% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.1% |
| Depression | 21.8% |
| Mental Distress | 16.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 62.7% |
| Premature Death | 9,512/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 80 |
Crime Rates: Lazear vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Lazear has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.6°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 14.3 inches |
| 62% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 41.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,439 ft (1,658 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 103/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.7788°N, 107.7804°W |
| County FIPS | 08029 |