Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 20.3% ▲ 103% above avg |
| College Grads | 21.8% ▼ 44% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.2% ▲ 26% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 142 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,614 (42.5%) |
| Some College | 1,480 (17.4%) |
| Associates | 1,385 (16.3%) |
| Bachelors | 654 (7.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,236 (14.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $46,241 ▼ 39% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $129,470 ▼ 54% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $847/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 13,769 |
| Vacant Units | 8,792 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lake County is located in Michigan and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 12,184 residents. With a median age of 51.62, it is a mature county.
Lake County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $46,241 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.2%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 20.3% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Lake County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $129,470 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $847. Homeownership rates are high at 81.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lake County are primarily White (75.45%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 21.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Lake County, MI is a working-class area in Michigan. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49304 | Baldwin | 4,680 | $39,567 | $110,700 | $854 | 5.0% | 17.9% |
| 49402 | Branch | 1,455 | $50,563 | $162,200 | $857 | 7.0% | 31.0% |
| 49623 | Chase | 1,030 | $56,875 | $119,600 | $775 | 4.0% | 22.2% |
| 49642 | Idlewild | 1,062 | $26,471 | $109,500 | $703 | 2.7% | 23.8% |
| 49644 | Irons | 1,846 | $54,286 | $178,400 | $860 | 13.3% | 25.2% |
| 49656 | Luther | 2,111 | $55,781 | $120,600 | $922 | 4.7% | 20.1% |