Median Income
$65,000
14% lower than US avg
Home Value
$160,700
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,053
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.5%
17% higher than US avg
How Mud Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population516
Median Age29.1 yrs
Density3,686/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 63%
Economy
B+
Median Income$65,000
Per Capita$21,072
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty14.5%
County GDP$1,366M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$160,700
Rent$1,053
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden23.1%
Health
Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain8.9 in/yr
Elevation4,789 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+77.6%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 85% / D 12%
Commute29 min
EV Stations1
Libraries7
Is Mud Lake a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mud Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Mud Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Mud Lake is $65,000, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 14.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Mud Lake is $160,700, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,053 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Mud Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.9 inches, including 20.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Mud Lake has a population of 516 with a density of 3,686 people per square mile. The median age is 29.1 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.2%), with 2.3% Hispanic.
Population
29.1yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 52.3% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Spanish | 47.7% |
| 256% above US avg |
The median household income in Mud Lake is $65,000, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $65,000 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,072 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $892 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,617 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.5% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,180 |
| County GDP | $1,366M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 40 |
| Healthcare | 54 |
| Retail | 63 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,995 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.86% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.7 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Mud Lake is $160,700, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,053 (9% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $160,700 |
| 43% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $188 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,053 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 23.1% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,995 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.86% |
In Mud Lake, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mud Lake vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.5% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.8% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.3% |
| Depression | 20.5% |
| Mental Distress | 16.3% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 63.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,433/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 54 |
Crime Rates: Mud Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Mud Lake has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
18°F Jan (-8°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 43.8°F |
| 19% below US avg |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 8.9 inches |
| 77% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 20.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,789 ft (1,460 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,686/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.8429°N, 112.4795°W |
| County FIPS | 16051 |