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Cost of living in Lake Station summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Lake Station. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Indiana. Key points include:
The cost of living in Lake Station is 84 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Lake Station is 0.8x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Lake Station is $151,774.
The median income in Lake Station is $59,591.
Lake Station's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Lake Station Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Lake Station | Indiana | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 84 | 90 | 100 |
| Services | 94 | 97 | 100 |
| Groceries | 99 | 95 | 100 |
| Health | 66 | 72 | 100 |
| Housing | 96 | 98 | 100 |
| Transportation | 94 | 94 | 100 |
| Utilities | 93 | 96 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Lake Station, IN Weather
The average high in Lake Station is 59.7° and the average low is 41.7°.
There are 74.3 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 38.3 inches of precipitation each year with 31.9 inches of snow.
| Stat | Lake Station |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 59.7 |
| Average Annual Low | 41.7 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 74.3 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 38.3 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 31.9 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
1 Reviews & Comments About Lake Station
Being a 2nd time resident of Lake Station, I came back to my hometown after living in 9th place Indianapolis for 20 years. I'm college educated. Both my husband and myself are gainfully employed.
Growing up here was like growing up anywhere else, parents worked really hard, kids rode their bikes and played in the parks. From what I can see after my return parents are still the same hard working people, kids still ride their bikes and play in the parks. The people of Lake Station have big hearts and are willing to help out a fellow classmate or co-worker when in need. People may not have a lot to give but they give what they can when they can.
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Lake Station Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Lake Station
The current population in Lake Station is 13,185. The population has increased 2.7% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 13,185 | 0.6% |
| 2023 | 13,109 | -1.8% |
| 2022 | 13,352 | 0.5% |
| 2021 | 13,292 | 11.2% |
| 2020 | 11,952 | -0.4% |
| 2019 | 12,002 | -0.5% |
| 2018 | 12,059 | -0.8% |
| 2017 | 12,157 | -0.3% |
| 2016 | 12,199 | -0.6% |
| 2015 | 12,268 | -0.8% |
| 2014 | 12,369 | -0.8% |
| 2013 | 12,474 | -1.0% |
| 2012 | 12,596 | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 12,732 | -0.8% |
| 2010 | 12,833 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Lake Station
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Lake Station is:
59.1% White with 7,787 White residents.
2.5% African American with 336 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 3 American Indian residents.
1.4% Asian with 184 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.0% Other with 0 Other residents.
4.2% Two Or More with 550 Two Or More residents.
32.8% Hispanic with 4,325 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Lake Station | IN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 59.1% | 75.4% | 57.4% |
| African American | 2.5% | 9.1% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 1.4% | 2.6% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 4.2% | 3.8% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 32.8% | 8.6% | 19.3% |
Gender in Lake Station
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Lake Station is 47.5% female with 6,257 female residents.
Lake Station is 52.5% male with 6,928 male residents.
| Gender | Lake Station | IN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.5% | 50.4% | 50.5% |
| Male | 52.5% | 49.6% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Lake Station for adults over 25
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9.0% of adults in Lake Station completed < 9th grade.
13.0% of adults in Lake Station completed 9-12th grade.
49.0% of adults in Lake Station completed high school / ged.
17.0% of adults in Lake Station completed some college.
4.0% of adults in Lake Station completed associate's degree.
6.0% of adults in Lake Station completed bachelor's degree.
2.0% of adults in Lake Station completed master's degree.
0.0% of adults in Lake Station completed professional degree.
0.0% of adults in Lake Station completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Lake Station | IN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 9.0% | 3.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 13.0% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 49.0% | 33.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 17.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 4.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 6.0% | 19.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 2.0% | 8.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 0.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Lake Station, Indiana
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6.9% of households in Lake Station earn Less than $10,000.
3.9% of households in Lake Station earn $10,000 to $14,999.
6.9% of households in Lake Station earn $15,000 to $24,999.
9.0% of households in Lake Station earn $25,000 to $34,999.
12.9% of households in Lake Station earn $35,000 to $49,999.
20.8% of households in Lake Station earn $50,000 to $74,999.
13.1% of households in Lake Station earn $75,000 to $99,999.
16.7% of households in Lake Station earn $100,000 to $149,999.
7.8% of households in Lake Station earn $150,000 to $199,999.
1.9% of households in Lake Station earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Lake Station | IN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 6.9% | 4.9% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3.9% | 3.4% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 6.9% | 6.8% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 9.0% | 7.5% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12.9% | 11.8% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 20.8% | 17.7% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.1% | 13.9% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 16.7% | 17.5% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 7.8% | 8.3% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 1.9% | 8.2% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
