Median Income
$34,625
54% lower than US avg
Home Value
$58,500
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
22.9%
85% higher than US avg
How Lodge Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population150
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density48/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Economy
C+
Median Income$34,625
Per Capita$19,582
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty22.9%
County GDP$4,007M
Commute42 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$58,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$205,519
Health
Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp65°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Elevation110 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+87.2%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 37% / D 62%
Commute42 min
Broadband69.0%
Libraries7
Is Lodge a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lodge receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Lodge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lodge is $34,625, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 22.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lodge is $58,500, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Lodge enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Lodge has a population of 150 with a density of 48 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.3%), with 3.3% Black.
Population
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 69.7% |
| 11% below US avg |
| Spanish | 30.3% |
| 126% above US avg |
The median household income in Lodge is $34,625, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $34,625 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $19,582 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,044 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,531 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 22.9% |
| 85% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,850 |
| County GDP | $4,007M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 183 |
| Healthcare | 217 |
| Retail | 340 |
| Manufacturing | 71 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,721 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.65% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 42.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Lodge is $58,500, 79% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,519.
Home Values
| Census Median | $58,500 |
| 79% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $205,519 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,721 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.65% |
In Lodge, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lodge vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.4% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.3% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.7% |
| Depression | 24.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 74.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.3% |
| Premature Death | 16,385/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 49.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 217 |
Crime Rates: Lodge vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 45 |
Safety Score
Lodge has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
47°F Jan (9°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 65.0°F |
| 20% above US avg |
| January Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.7 inches |
| 15% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 110 ft (34 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 48/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.0678°N, 80.9537°W |
| County FIPS | 45075 |