Triangle, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Triangle is a small city in Virginia with a population of 11,265. Residents earn $114,837 per year, which is 53% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
11,265 Population 3,995/sq mi density
$114,837 Median Income $44,176 per capita
$520,400 Home Value $566,545 Zillow
$1,606 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$114,837 median income, 7.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$520,400 home value, $1,606/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $114,837
53% higher than US avg
Home Value $520,400
85% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.4%
26% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,606
38% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.1%
97% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population11,265
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density3,995/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 22%

Economy

A
Median Income$114,837
Per Capita$44,176
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$8,345M
Commute36 min

Housing

A
Home Value$520,400
Rent$1,606
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$566,545

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Elevation127 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.4%
High School+92.5%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute36 min
EV Stations2
Libraries3

Is Triangle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Triangle receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Triangle stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Triangle is $114,837, which is significantly higher than the national average — 53% above $75,149. This places Triangle among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Triangle is $520,400, making it a premium housing market at 85% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,606 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Triangle enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 12.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Triangle has a population of 11,265 with a density of 3,995 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (42.6%), with 21.5% White, 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

11,265
Total Population
3,995
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57%
Female 43%

Race & Ethnicity

Triangle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only60.3%
23% below US avg
Spanish39.7%
196% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Triangle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Triangle is $114,837, which is 53% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Triangle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$114,837
53% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,176
Avg Weekly Wage$1,322
IRS Avg AGI$94,960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.1%
97% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,280
County GDP$8,345M

Business (County)

Restaurants217
Healthcare247
Retail277
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,243
21% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.3 min
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Triangle is $520,400, 85% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,606 (38% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $566,545.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$520,400
85% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$566,545
Median List Price$676,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$676,500
$/Sq Ft$193
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio100.4%
Price Drops8.0%
Inventory25

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,606
38% 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-Occupied63.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,243
21% above US avg
Effective Rate0.82%
In Triangle, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Triangle vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.0%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.9%
Checkup Rate80.0%
Premature Death5,976/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.5/10
Exercise Access84.1%
Healthcare Facilities247

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Triangle has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall12.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation127 ft (39 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²)
Population Density3,995/sq mi
Coordinates38.5472°N, 77.3185°W
County FIPS51179
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 42.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.8%
D 49.6%

Winner: Democrat by 0.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.4%
26% above US avg
High School+92.5%
School Test Score5.58
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,995/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities247
Restaurants217
Retail Stores277

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.3 min
Work from Home10.4%

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