Trout Lake, WA

Washington

Trout Lake is a small town in Washington with a population of 888. Residents earn $85,341 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
888 Population 128/sq mi density
$85,341 Median Income $33,948 per capita
$683,300 Home Value $612,182 Zillow
$1,275 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$85,341 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$683,300 home value, $1,275/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,341
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $683,300
142% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,275
10% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

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

People

Population888
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density128/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$85,341
Per Capita$33,948
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.0%
County GDP$1,795M
Commute27 min

Housing

C
Home Value$683,300
Rent$1,275
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$612,182

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI28 (Good)
Elevation1,898 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+96.4%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute27 min
Libraries3

Is Trout Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Trout Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Trout Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Trout Lake is $85,341, 14% 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%. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Trout Lake is $683,300, making it a premium housing market at 142% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,275 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Trout Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Trout Lake has a population of 888 with a density of 128 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.9%), with 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

888
Total Population
128
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
6.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.3%
Female 43.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Trout Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.9%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.1%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Trout Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trout Lake is $85,341, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Trout Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,341
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,948
Avg Weekly Wage$1,004
IRS Avg AGI$88,421

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,494
County GDP$1,795M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare135
Retail146
Manufacturing67

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,161
47% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Work from Home12.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Trout Lake is $683,300, 142% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,275 (10% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $612,182.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$683,300
142% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$612,182

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,275
10% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,082
1 Bedroom$1,180
2 Bedrooms$1,472
3 Bedrooms$2,003
4 Bedrooms$2,351

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,161
47% above US avg
Effective Rate0.76%
In Trout Lake, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 17.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.0%
0% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma12.0%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity17.9%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Checkup Rate66.4%
Premature Death5,187/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access92.6%
Healthcare Facilities135

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Trout Lake has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,898 ft (579 m)
Area6.9 sq mi (18.0 km²)
Population Density128/sq mi
Coordinates45.9978°N, 121.5288°W
County FIPS41027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 35.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.5%
D 66.3%

Winner: Democrat by 35.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+96.4%
School Test Score5.36
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density128/sq mi
Total Area6.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities135
Restaurants102
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Work from Home12.1%

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