Median Income
$76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value
$155,200
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.7%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,102
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.8%
11% higher than US avg
How Lee Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population332
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density1,660/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans4.5%
Economy
A
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$32,588
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty13.8%
County GDP$5,661M
Commute35 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$155,200
Rent$1,102
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$254,135
Rent Burden16.3%
Health
Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Elevation942 ft (287 m)
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.7%
High School+96.7%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute35 min
Broadband97.3%
Libraries11
Is Lee a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lee receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Lee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lee is $76,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lee is $155,200, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,102 per month. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Lee experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Lee has a population of 332 with a density of 1,660 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.4%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 4.5% Black.
Population
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.8% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.2% |
| 61% below US avg |
The median household income in Lee is $76,250, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $76,250 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,588 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,094 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,774 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.8% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,988 |
| County GDP | $5,661M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 212 |
| Healthcare | 224 |
| Retail | 253 |
| Manufacturing | 100 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,219 |
| 106% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.65% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |
The median home value in Lee is $155,200, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,102 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,135.
Home Values
| Census Median | $155,200 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $254,135 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,102 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 16.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $632 |
| 1 Bedroom | $810 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $916 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,395 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,219 |
| 106% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.65% |
In Lee, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lee vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.7% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.6% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.5% |
| Depression | 22.9% |
| Mental Distress | 17.7% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.8% |
| Premature Death | 7,708/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 224 |
Lee has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 47.8°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.4 inches |
| 2% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 942 ft (287 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,660/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.7954°N, 88.9417°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 17037 |