Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.57 |
| Below Poverty | 16.4% ▲ 64% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.3% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 11.6% ▲ 138% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 717 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 13,236 (29.6%) |
| Some College | 6,759 (15.1%) |
| Associates | 9,717 (21.7%) |
| Bachelors | 5,866 (13.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,395 (18.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,338 ▼ 21% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $309,422 ▲ 11% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,349/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 34,076 |
| Vacant Units | 7,712 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lake County is located in California and encompasses 15 ZIP codes spanning 15 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 68,139 residents. With a median age of 43.88, it is a middle-aged county.
Lake County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $60,337 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 11.6%, more than double the national average. The poverty rate of 16.4% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Lake County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $309,422 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,349. Homeownership rates are high at 70.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lake County are majority White (65.25%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Lake County, CA is a solidly middle-class area in California. The 15 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95422 | Clearlake | 17,101 | $42,080 | $206,300 | $1,162 | 16.7% | 23.4% |
| 95423 | Clearlake Oaks | 3,432 | $43,170 | $285,300 | $1,350 | 12.4% | 32.1% |
| 95426 | Cobb | 1,265 | $91,368 | $348,000 | — | 9.7% | 49.3% |
| 95467 | Hidden Valley Lake | 5,721 | $72,292 | $394,000 | $2,276 | 13.4% | 43.1% |
| 95451 | Kelseyville | 12,793 | $65,417 | $340,700 | $1,302 | 12.9% | 31.5% |
| 95453 | Lakeport | 11,888 | $66,775 | $371,100 | $1,091 | 8.1% | 34.9% |
| 95457 | Lower Lake | 3,036 | $52,266 | $414,100 | $1,078 | 4.2% | 40.5% |
| 95458 | Lucerne | 3,365 | $49,004 | $237,100 | $1,368 | 8.3% | 14.7% |
| 95461 | Middletown | 3,720 | $81,830 | $385,000 | $2,192 | 10.2% | 37.8% |
| 95464 | Nice | 2,417 | $73,157 | $154,100 | $1,425 | 4.1% | 26.1% |
| 95485 | Upper Lake | 2,900 | $84,583 | $364,600 | $1,013 | 8.3% | 38.8% |
| 95493 | Witter Springs | 91 | $97,500 | $750,000 | — | 7.7% | 47.3% |