Median Income
$48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value
$52,500
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
17.4%
40% higher than US avg
How Lookeba Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population87
Median Age46.3 yrs
Density335/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 60%
Veterans68.0%
Economy
B
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$23,702
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty17.4%
County GDP$1,235M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$52,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,342 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+81.0%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute31 min
Broadband34.0%
Libraries5
Is Lookeba a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lookeba receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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. Lookeba offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lookeba is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 17.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lookeba is $52,500, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Lookeba enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Lookeba has a population of 87 with a density of 335 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (59.8%), with 8% Hispanic.
Population
46.3yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 65.5% |
| 17% below US avg |
| Spanish | 34.5% |
| 157% above US avg |
The median household income in Lookeba is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,750 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,702 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $958 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,015 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 17.4% |
| 40% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 620 |
| County GDP | $1,235M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 43 |
| Healthcare | 42 |
| Retail | 87 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,770 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.37% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.7 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Lookeba is $52,500, 81% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $52,500 |
| 81% 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) | $1,770 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.37% |
In Lookeba, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 34.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lookeba vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.1% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.6% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.5% |
| Depression | 25.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 81.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.4% |
| Premature Death | 16,065/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 38.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 42 |
Crime Rates: Lookeba vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Lookeba has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 59.8°F |
| 11% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,342 ft (409 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 335/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.3630°N, 98.3641°W |
| County FIPS | 40015 |