Median Income
$76,076
1% higher than US avg
Home Value
$154,000
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
27.7%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$647
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.9%
85% lower than US avg
How Lena Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,778
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density1,048/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Economy
A+
Median Income$76,076
Per Capita$39,319
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$2,485M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$154,000
Rent$647
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$199,034
Health
Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Elevation956 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+27.7%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute28 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3
Is Lena a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lena receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Lena stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lena is $76,076, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lena is $154,000, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
27.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Lena experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 35.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Lena has a population of 2,778 with a density of 1,048 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%), with 1.1% Hispanic.
Population
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Lena is $76,076, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $76,076 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,319 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,076 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,398 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.9% |
| 85% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,019 |
| County GDP | $2,485M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 91 |
| Healthcare | 99 |
| Retail | 137 |
| Manufacturing | 58 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,642 |
| 61% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.66% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.0 min |
| Work from Home | 9.5% |
The median home value in Lena is $154,000, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,034.
Home Values
| Census Median | $154,000 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $199,034 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $647 |
| 44% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,642 |
| 61% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.66% |
In Lena, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lena vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.5% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.2% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.7% |
| Depression | 24.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 9,373/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 99 |
Crime Rates: Lena vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Lena has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-7°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 47.9°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.7 inches |
| 2% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 35.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 956 ft (291 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,048/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.3786°N, 89.8217°W |
| County FIPS | 17177 |