Lake Caroline, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Lake Caroline is a small town in Virginia with a population of 2,708. Residents earn $88,222 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
2,708 Population 954/sq mi density
$88,222 Median Income $37,872 per capita
$291,300 Home Value
$1,634 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$88,222 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$291,300 home value, $1,634/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,222
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $291,300
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.6%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,634
40% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

How Lake Caroline Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,708
Median Age30.4 yrs
Density954/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 60%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,222
Per Capita$37,872
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$9,225M
Commute51 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$291,300
Rent$1,634
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain44.9 in/yr
Elevation213 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.6%
High School+86.5%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute51 min
Libraries6

Is Lake Caroline a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Caroline receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Lake Caroline stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Caroline is $88,222, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Caroline is $291,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,634 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

31.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Caroline enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.9 inches, including 10.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Lake Caroline has a population of 2,708 with a density of 954 people per square mile. The median age is 30.4 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (59.8%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 24.3% Black.

Population

2,708
Total Population
954
People / sq mi
30.4yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Caroline vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.3%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.7%
13% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Caroline vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Caroline is $88,222, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes.

Income: Lake Caroline vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,222
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,872
Avg Weekly Wage$1,072
IRS Avg AGI$103,253

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,310
County GDP$9,225M

Business (County)

Restaurants237
Healthcare308
Retail365
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,963
13% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time50.7 min
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Caroline is $291,300, 3% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,634 (40% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$291,300
3% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,634
40% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,963
13% above US avg
Effective Rate1.36%
In Lake Caroline, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lake Caroline vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death6,976/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access85.7%
Healthcare Facilities308

Crime Rates: Lake Caroline vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Lake Caroline has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.9 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall10.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation213 ft (65 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density954/sq mi
Coordinates37.9873°N, 77.5195°W
County FIPS51085
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 31.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 36.6%

Winner: Republican by 25.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.6%
6% below US avg
High School+86.5%
School Test Score5.58
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density954/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities308
Restaurants237
Retail Stores365

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute50.7 min
Work from Home1.7%

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