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Lelia Lake, TX

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Lelia Lake is a small town in Texas with a population of 86.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
86 Population 97/sq mi density
59°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
56.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 56.5%
68% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Lelia Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population86
Median Age14.5 yrs
Density97/mi²
Male / Female88% / 12%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans23.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$12,772
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$173M
Commute43 min

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain22.7 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation2,583 ft (787 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+56.5%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 10%
Commute43 min
Broadband10.0%
Libraries1

Is Lelia Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lelia Lake receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Lelia Lake 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 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

Lelia Lake is a highly educated community — 56.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lelia Lake enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Lelia Lake has a population of 86 with a density of 97 people per square mile. The median age is 14.5 years, 63% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

86
Total Population
97
People / sq mi
14.5yrs
Median Age
63% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 88.4%
Female 11.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lelia Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lelia Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lelia Lake is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Lelia Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$12,772
Avg Weekly Wage$753
IRS Avg AGI$47,122

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)123
County GDP$173M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare8
Retail14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,133
10% below US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Lelia Lake has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.7 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.7 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,583 ft (787 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density97/sq mi
Coordinates34.9020°N, 100.7662°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48129
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 56.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 78.2-point margin. 10.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.3%
D 10.2%

Winner: Republican by 78.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+56.5%
68% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density97/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access10.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants8
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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