Lakes of the Four Seasons, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Lakes of the Four Seasons, Indiana Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lakes of the Four Seasons, Indiana had a total population of 7,402, the 98th largest community in Indiana, with a median household income of $121,750, which is 69% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 3.1%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 69% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Indiana.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 3.1% — among the lowest in Indiana.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.8%.

Lakes of the Four Seasons Quick Facts

Population 7,402

Median Household Income $121,750

Median Home Value $337,300

Poverty Rate 3.1%

Unemployment Rate 0.8%

Median Age 41.6 years

Homeownership Rate 97.1%

Affordability Ratio 2.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 38.9%

High School Graduation Rate 98.4%

Diversity Index 37/100

Population 7,402 98th of 967

Median Income $121,750 top 10%

Poverty Rate 3.1% 75% lower than national

Median Home Value $337,300 top 10%

How Lakes of the Four Seasons Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric	2019–2023	2020–2024	Change
Population	7,338	7,402	+0.9%
Median household income	$116,778	$121,750	+4.3%
Median home value	$300,500	$337,300	+12.2%

How Lakes of the Four Seasons Compares

Median Household Income

Lakes of the Four Seasons

$121,750

$71,957

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Lakes of the Four Seasons

$337,300

$218,200

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 4.6%

$25K-$50K 5.4%

$50K-$100K 24.0%

$100K+ 66.0%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

1.1%

$10K-$15K

0.0%

$15K-$20K

0.2%

$20K-$25K

3.2%

$25K-$30K

0.7%

$30K-$35K

0.4%

$35K-$40K

2.6%

$40K-$45K

1.1%

$45K-$50K

0.5%

$50K-$60K

2.8%

$60K-$75K

9.4%

$75K-$100K

11.9%

$100K-$125K

25.7%

$125K-$150K

9.2%

$150K-$200K

19.8%

$200K+

11.4%

Employment

0.8% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3%|National: 5.2%

65.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 97.1%

Renter 2.9%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.8x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,688/mo 16.6% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.7%

18-34

13.5%

35-54

29.0%

55-74

28.9%

75+

4.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 41 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Lakes of the Four Seasons Rankings in Indiana

#98 Population of 967

#50 Median Income of 796

#105 Education of 966

#44 Home Value of 818

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Other Cities in Lake County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Hammond	76,768	$55,504	19.1%	$159,900
Gary	68,113	$38,731	33.1%	$94,700
Merrillville	36,476	$67,587	12.6%	$211,400
Crown Point	34,393	$101,686	6.9%	$294,800
Schererville	29,701	$89,466	7.7%	$314,900
Hobart	29,558	$75,160	10.0%	$215,200
East Chicago	26,022	$42,125	26.3%	$105,400
Munster	23,733	$110,187	6.0%	$334,300
Highland	23,680	$78,062	11.6%	$233,300
St. John	22,567	$131,467	2.1%	$406,300

Cities Similar to Lakes of the Four Seasons

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Winfield	7,816	$135,870	$409,500	42.5%	5.9%
Ellettsville	6,698	$90,213	$243,600	36.4%	5.9%
South Haven	7,241	$76,003	$178,200	13.0%	12.7%
Hidden Valley	5,706	$121,208	$289,400	29.3%	1.9%
Cumberland	6,267	$87,364	$239,200	28.1%	6.4%

Population Overview

Lakes of the Four Seasons is a small city located in Indiana, within Lake County. The total population is 7,402. It ranks as the 98th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lakes of the Four Seasons is 41.6 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 38.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lakes of the Four Seasons is $121,750. This is 69% higher than the state median of $71,957. It is also 51% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 3.1%. This is 75% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 0.8%. This is 81% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $337,300. Housing costs are 55% higher than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Lakes of the Four Seasons is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 97.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% higher than the state average of 70.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Lakes of the Four Seasons is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 9.9%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 2.6%.

Education

38.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 32% higher than the state rate of 29.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 98.4%. Notably, 18.6% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Lakes of the Four Seasons, Indiana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Indiana state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 967 Census-designated places in Indiana. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Lakes of the Four Seasons, Indiana?

Lakes of the Four Seasons, Indiana has a population of 7,402 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Lakes of the Four Seasons, IN?

The median household income in Lakes of the Four Seasons is $121,750, which is 51% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Lakes of the Four Seasons, IN?

The poverty rate in Lakes of the Four Seasons is 3.1%. This means approximately 230 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Lakes of the Four Seasons, Indiana?

Lakes of the Four Seasons's population is 78.5% White, 9.9% Black, 6.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.

What is the median home value in Lakes of the Four Seasons, IN?

The median home value in Lakes of the Four Seasons is $337,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.

How educated is Lakes of the Four Seasons, Indiana?

38.9% of adults (25+) in Lakes of the Four Seasons hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 18.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.