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Troutdale, VA

Virginia

Troutdale is a small town in Virginia with a population of 200. Residents earn $34,167 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
200 Population 64/sq mi density
$34,167 Median Income $19,539 per capita
$99,200 Home Value $200,021 Zillow
52°F Avg Temperature 318 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$34,167 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,200 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,167
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,200
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.6%
77% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population200
Median Age54.2 yrs
Density64/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$34,167
Per Capita$19,539
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$1,349M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$200,021
Housing Units136
Rent Burden28.7%

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured10.4%
Smoking19.3%
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation3,212 ft (979 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.6%
High School+89.2%
Graduate+6.2%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute40 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries3

Is Troutdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Troutdale receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Troutdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Troutdale is $34,167, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Troutdale is $99,200, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Troutdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Troutdale has a population of 200 with a density of 64 people per square mile. The median age is 54.2 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%), with 5% Black.

Population

200
Total Population
64
People / sq mi
54.2yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Troutdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Troutdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Troutdale is $34,167, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Troutdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,167
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,539
Avg Weekly Wage$928
IRS Avg AGI$51,317

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)816
County GDP$1,349M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare57
Retail105
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,212
37% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.0 min
Drive Alone94.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Troutdale is $99,200, 65% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $200,021.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,200
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$200,021

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.7%

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-Occupied96.3%
Housing Units136
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,212
37% below US avg
Effective Rate2.23%
In Troutdale, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.4% of residents lack health insurance. 19.3% are current smokers. 28.8% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.3%
38% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress16.0%
Short Sleep38.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.5%
Uninsured10.4%
21% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits59.8%
Premature Death14,259/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access78.8%
Healthcare Facilities57
Troutdale has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area enjoys 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,212 ft (979 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density64/sq mi
Coordinates36.6960°N, 81.4375°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51173
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.5-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.9%
D 19.5%

Winner: Republican by 60.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.6%
77% below US avg
High School+89.2%
Graduate Degree+6.2%
School Test Score5.58
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density64/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities57
Restaurants54
Retail Stores105

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.0 min
Drive Alone94.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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