Median Income
$87,188
16% higher than US avg
Home Value
$101,100
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment
11.6%
222% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.8%
3% higher than US avg
How Lequire Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population141
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density45/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Economy
B
Median Income$87,188
Per Capita$32,739
Unemployment11.6%
Poverty12.8%
County GDP$443M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$101,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation544 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+74.3%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute26 min
Broadband51.0%
Libraries1
Is Lequire a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lequire receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Lequire offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lequire is $87,188, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 11.6%, unemployment is notably high. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lequire is $101,100, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Lequire enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Lequire has a population of 141 with a density of 45 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83%), with 6.4% Hispanic.
Population
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.7% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.3% |
| 46% below US avg |
The median household income in Lequire is $87,188, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $87,188 |
| 16% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,739 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $809 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $49,213 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 11.6% |
| 222% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.8% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 296 |
| County GDP | $443M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 32 |
| Retail | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,743 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.72% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.1 min |
| Work from Home | 13.8% |
The median home value in Lequire is $101,100, 64% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $101,100 |
| 64% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,743 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.72% |
In Lequire, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 32.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lequire vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.7% |
| 30% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.8% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.9% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 70.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.1% |
| Premature Death | 14,130/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 1.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 32 |
Crime Rates: Lequire vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Lequire has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 60.5°F |
| 12% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.4 inches |
| 25% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 4.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 544 ft (166 m) |
| Area | 3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 45/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1111°N, 95.1119°W |
| County FIPS | 40061 |