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Lost Lake Woods, MI

Michigan

Lost Lake Woods is a small town in Michigan with a population of 407. Residents earn $69,375 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
407 Population 81/sq mi density
$69,375 Median Income $49,271 per capita
$172,000 Home Value
43°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$69,375 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$172,000 home value
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,375
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $172,000
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.5%
32% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

How Lost Lake Woods Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population407
Median Age69.8 yrs
Density81/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans21.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,375
Per Capita$49,271
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$1,517M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$172,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units580
Rent Burden28.6%

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured5.5%
Smoking12.9%
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain29.1 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation914 ft (279 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.5%
High School+98.5%
Graduate+17.9%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute35 min
Broadband95.4%
Libraries1

Is Lost Lake Woods a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lost Lake Woods receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Lost Lake Woods stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lost Lake Woods is $69,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lost Lake Woods is $172,000, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Lost Lake Woods has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.1 inches, including 52.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Lost Lake Woods has a population of 407 with a density of 81 people per square mile. The median age is 69.8 years, 79% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%).

Population

407
Total Population
81
People / sq mi
69.8yrs
Median Age
79% above US avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lost Lake Woods vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lost Lake Woods vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lost Lake Woods is $69,375, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Lost Lake Woods vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,375
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,271
Avg Weekly Wage$993
IRS Avg AGI$57,891

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)898
County GDP$1,517M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare101
Retail131
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,527
29% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.9 min
Drive Alone47.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home52.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Lost Lake Woods is $172,000, 39% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$172,000
39% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units580
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,527
29% above US avg
Effective Rate2.63%
In Lost Lake Woods, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.5% of residents lack health insurance. 12.9% are current smokers. 27.9% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lost Lake Woods vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.9%
Cancer8.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity19.4%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Uninsured5.5%
36% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits70.5%
Premature Death7,631/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access68.1%
Healthcare Facilities101
Lost Lake Woods has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.1 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.9°F
21% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.1 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall52.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation914 ft (279 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.1 km²)
Population Density81/sq mi
Coordinates44.7985°N, 83.4211°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 44.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.6-point margin. 95.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.7%
D 35.1%

Winner: Republican by 28.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.5%
32% above US avg
High School+98.5%
Graduate Degree+17.9%
School Test Score5.23
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density81/sq mi
Total Area5.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.4%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities101
Restaurants74
Retail Stores131

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.9 min
Drive Alone47.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home52.4%

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