Lake Leelanau

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Welcome to Lake Leelanau

Settled on the lake of the same name, Lake Leelanau, is a small town that sits along M-204 at the “narrows” where North and South Lake Leelanau meet. Full of charm and hospitality, Lake Leelanau is the perfect place to experience local libations, quaint shops, and family friendly dining. Boaters will find this town easily accessible as well, with docks to leave your boat and enjoy all that the community has to offer. For those looking for a bigger adventure, follow the lake all the way to Lake Michigan.

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Overview for Lake Leelanau, MI

198 people live in Lake Leelanau, where the median age is 41.7 and the average individual income is $25,078. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

198

Total Population

41.7 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$25,078

Average individual Income

Around Lake Leelanau, MI

There's plenty to do around Lake Leelanau, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Car-Dependent
Walking Score
49
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Hive Coffee, 45th Parallel Candy World, and Northern Latitudes Distillery.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 3.21 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining · $ 3.18 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining · $$ 0.31 miles 80 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining · $$ 3.16 miles 4 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 3.23 miles 8 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining 3.7 miles 4 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Lake Leelanau, MI

Lake Leelanau has 65 households, with an average household size of 3.05. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Lake Leelanau do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

198

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

41.7

Median Age

47.98 / 52.02%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
65

Total Households

3.05

Average Household Size

$25,078

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Lake Leelanau, MI

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The following schools are within or nearby Lake Leelanau. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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