Median Income
$56,857
24% lower than US avg
Home Value
$168,900
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
35.9%
7% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$877
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.7%
78% lower than US avg
How Silver Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,549
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density2,766/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
A
Median Income$56,857
Per Capita$35,620
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$14,584M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$168,900
Rent$877
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$269,958
Health
Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease4.8%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Elevation913 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+35.9%
High School+98.5%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 49% / D 49%
Commute20 min
Libraries7
Is Silver Lake a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Silver Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Silver 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 Silver Lake is $56,857, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Silver Lake is $168,900, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $877 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 35.9% 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 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Silver Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Silver Lake has a population of 1,549 with a density of 2,766 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 1.7% Hispanic.
Population
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Silver Lake vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.6% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.4% |
| 97% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Silver Lake vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Silver Lake is $56,857, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income: Silver Lake vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,857 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,620 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,156 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,880 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.7% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 5,183 |
| County GDP | $14,584M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 369 |
| Healthcare | 652 |
| Retail | 555 |
| Manufacturing | 109 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,214 |
| 49% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.09% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.0 min |
| Work from Home | 13.1% |
The median home value in Silver Lake is $168,900, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $877 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $269,958.
Home Values
| Census Median | $168,900 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $269,958 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $877 |
| 25% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,214 |
| 49% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.09% |
In Silver Lake, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Silver Lake vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.9% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.7% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 2.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.6% |
| Depression | 24.9% |
| Mental Distress | 16.4% |
| Physical Distress | 10.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.8% |
| Premature Death | 10,420/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 652 |
Crime Rates: Silver Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Silver Lake has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 54.9°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.3 inches |
| 2% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 913 ft (278 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,766/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.0998°N, 95.8567°W |
| County FIPS | 20177 |