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
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
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Trout Lake vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.9% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.1% |
| 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.
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
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.0% |
| 11% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,494 |
| County GDP | $1,795M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 102 |
| Healthcare | 135 |
| Retail | 146 |
| Manufacturing | 67 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,161 |
| 47% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.76% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.5 min |
| Work from Home | 12.1% |
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 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,161 |
| 47% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.76% |
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
| Obesity | 32.0% |
| 0% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.3% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.9% |
| Depression | 26.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 66.4% |
| Premature Death | 5,187/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 135 |
Crime Rates: Trout Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 273 |
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 Average | 47.8°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,898 ft (579 m) |
| Area | 6.9 sq mi (18.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 128/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.9978°N, 121.5288°W |
| County FIPS | 41027 |