Apartments for rent in Lake Lotawana, MO

Lake Lotawana, a small town in Missouri, has a population of slightly less than 2,000. Middle-aged professionals should fit right in, as they make up an above-average percentage of the population, while young professionals appear in smaller numbers. Overall, the town's population, with an average age of just over 43, is older than most cities in Missouri. Only 15% of residents rent in Lake Lotawana, as most own their homes. Relatively high rent costs could be a contributing factor, as the average rent of $1,339 per month is substantially higher than the state average of $849.

With an average commute time of about 34 minutes, longer than most cities in the state, Lake Lotawana residents are well aware that traveling to work takes some patience. Driving is the most common mode of getting to work, opted for by 47% of residents, while public transit is not used extensively. Walking isn't a common way to get to work.

Lake Lotawana has a high number of residents over the age of 25 with advanced degrees compared to the national average (7%), as 11% possess a Master's degree or a Doctorate. In addition, 23% have earned a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average. Many Lake Lotawana residents work in one of three industries: retail, healthcare, and scientific. Together, these industries account for 24% of the labor force in the town. Meanwhile, looking at job function, 16% of the town's population works in sales, making it the top profession in the town. With an average annual income of almost $109K, Lake Lotawana workers earn about $43,000 more than the average Missouri resident. Lake Lotawana's average income also compares favorably to the national average ($73,345).