Median Income
$69,239
8% lower than US avg
Home Value
$145,300
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.4%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$867
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.7%
54% lower than US avg
How Luck Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,185
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density602/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
A
Median Income$69,239
Per Capita$36,574
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$2,185M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$145,300
Rent$867
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$301,960
Health
Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Elevation1,237 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.4%
High School+91.0%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute25 min
Libraries10
Is Luck a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Luck receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Luck stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Luck is $69,239, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Luck is $145,300, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $867 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Luck has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches, including 61.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Luck has a population of 1,185 with a density of 602 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%), with 4.7% Hispanic.
Population
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.7% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg |
The median household income in Luck is $69,239, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $69,239 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,574 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $919 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,536 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.7% |
| 54% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,311 |
| County GDP | $2,185M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 136 |
| Healthcare | 106 |
| Retail | 164 |
| Manufacturing | 95 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,702 |
| 63% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.92% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.9 min |
| Work from Home | 4.9% |
The median home value in Luck is $145,300, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $867 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $301,960.
Home Values
| Census Median | $145,300 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $301,960 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $867 |
| 25% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $797 |
| 1 Bedroom | $872 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,097 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,405 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,572 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,702 |
| 63% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.92% |
In Luck, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Luck vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.7% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.8% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.9% |
| Depression | 24.9% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.8% |
| Premature Death | 7,642/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 106 |
Crime Rates: Luck vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Luck has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
13°F Jan (-10°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 44.1°F |
| 18% below US avg |
| January Average | 13°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 32.9 inches |
| 13% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 61.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,237 ft (377 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 602/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.5768°N, 92.4625°W |
| County FIPS | 55095 |