Median Income
$92,201
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.7%
46% lower than US avg
How Lemitar Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population432
Median Age24.0 yrs
Density315/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans35.2%
Economy
A+
Median Income$92,201
Per Capita$25,881
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$2,430M
Commute33 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp58°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain10.1 in/yr
Elevation4,675 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+91.2%
School Score4.65
Community
2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute33 min
Broadband80.5%
Libraries5
Is Lemitar a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lemitar receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Lemitar offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lemitar is $92,201, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Education
21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Lemitar enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Lemitar has a population of 432 with a density of 315 people per square mile. The median age is 24.0 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%).
Population
24.0yrs
Median Age
38% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 38.7% |
| 51% below US avg |
| Spanish | 61.3% |
| 357% above US avg |
The median household income in Lemitar is $92,201, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $92,201 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,881 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $955 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,941 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.7% |
| 46% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,532 |
| County GDP | $2,430M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 85 |
| Healthcare | 113 |
| Retail | 155 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,068 |
| 12% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,068 |
| 12% below US avg |
In Lemitar, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 32.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lemitar vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.6% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.9% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.3% |
| Depression | 24.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 17.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 65.9% |
| Premature Death | 11,779/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 47.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 113 |
Crime Rates: Lemitar vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| FEMA Disasters | 273 |
Safety Score
Lemitar has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 57.5°F |
| 6% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 10.1 inches |
| 74% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,675 ft (1,425 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 315/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.1550°N, 106.9122°W |
| County FIPS | 35061 |