Median Income
$56,667
25% lower than US avg
Home Value
$38,100
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
16.7%
35% higher than US avg
How Lu Verne Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population315
Median Age24.7 yrs
Density149/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans7.5%
Economy
B+
Median Income$56,667
Per Capita$24,115
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$598M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$38,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$141,063
Rent Burden42.9%
Health
Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.8 in/yr
Elevation1,164 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+90.8%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute21 min
Broadband87.1%
Libraries4
Is Lu Verne a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lu Verne receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lu Verne offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lu Verne is $56,667, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lu Verne is $38,100, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Lu Verne experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Lu Verne has a population of 315 with a density of 149 people per square mile. The median age is 24.7 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.7%), with 3.5% Hispanic, 9.5% Black.
Population
24.7yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.3% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.7% |
| 95% below US avg |
The median household income in Lu Verne is $56,667, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,667 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,115 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,014 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,410 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 16.7% |
| 35% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 367 |
| County GDP | $598M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Healthcare | 21 |
| Retail | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,919 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 12.91% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 67.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.7% |
The median home value in Lu Verne is $38,100, 86% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,063.
Home Values
| Census Median | $38,100 |
| 86% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $141,063 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,919 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 12.91% |
In Lu Verne, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lu Verne vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.3% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.4% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 12.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.4% |
| Premature Death | 7,220/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
Crime Rates: Lu Verne vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Lu Verne has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-8°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 46.8°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 35.8 inches |
| 6% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,164 ft (355 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 149/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.9095°N, 94.0836°W |
| County FIPS | 19091 |