Median Income
$71,285
5% lower than US avg
Home Value
$313,200
11% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.2%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$939
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.4%
48% lower than US avg
How Loon Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population927
Median Age57.3 yrs
Density284/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
A
Median Income$71,285
Per Capita$33,768
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty6.4%
County GDP$1,754M
Commute30 min
Housing
A
Home Value$313,200
Rent$939
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$399,632
Health
Obesity33.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Elevation2,439 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.2%
High School+96.9%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute30 min
Libraries7
Is Loon Lake a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Loon Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Loon Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Loon Lake is $71,285, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Loon Lake is $313,200, 11% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $939 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
28.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Loon Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Loon Lake has a population of 927 with a density of 284 people per square mile. The median age is 57.3 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.6%), with 9% Hispanic.
Population
57.3yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Loon Lake vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.6% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.4% |
| 60% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Loon Lake vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Loon Lake is $71,285, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income: Loon Lake vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $71,285 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,768 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,023 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,023 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.4% |
| 48% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,025 |
| County GDP | $1,754M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 84 |
| Healthcare | 91 |
| Retail | 111 |
| Manufacturing | 47 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,305 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.37% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.0 min |
| Work from Home | 22.4% |
The median home value in Loon Lake is $313,200, 11% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $939 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $399,632.
Home Values
| Census Median | $313,200 |
| 11% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $399,632 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $939 |
| 19% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,305 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.37% |
In Loon Lake, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Loon Lake vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.8% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.0% |
| Asthma | 12.4% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.7% |
| Depression | 26.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.0% |
| Premature Death | 9,095/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 47.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 91 |
Crime Rates: Loon Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
Safety Score
Loon Lake has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 46.3°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 21.4 inches |
| 44% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,439 ft (743 m) |
| Area | 3.3 sq mi (8.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 284/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.0704°N, 117.6257°W |
| County FIPS | 53065 |