Troutman, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Troutman is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 3,813. Residents earn $76,389 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
3,813 Population 448/sq mi density
$76,389 Median Income $39,773 per capita
$349,100 Home Value $392,270 Zillow
$1,045 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
161 Violent Crime/100K 3,297 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$76,389 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$349,100 home value, $1,045/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
161 violent crimes/100K (58% below avg)
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,389
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $349,100
24% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 161/100K
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.7%
15% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,045
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.6%
95% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,813
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density448/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,389
Per Capita$39,773
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty0.6%
County GDP$13,548M
Commute28 min

Housing

A
Home Value$349,100
Rent$1,045
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$392,270

Crime

F
Violent161/100K
Property3,297/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault80/100K
Burglary1,045/100K

Health

Obesity32.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Elevation938 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.7%
High School+96.4%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute28 min
EV Stations2
Libraries4

Is Troutman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Troutman receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Troutman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Troutman is $76,389, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Troutman is $349,100, 24% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,045 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Troutman is below the national average at 161 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,297 per 100,000, 68% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Troutman enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Troutman has a population of 3,813 with a density of 448 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78%), with 12.4% Black.

Population

3,813
Total Population
448
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
8.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Troutman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Troutman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Troutman is $76,389, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Troutman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,389
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,773
Avg Weekly Wage$1,217
IRS Avg AGI$95,184

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.6%
95% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,123
County GDP$13,548M

Business (County)

Restaurants415
Healthcare537
Retail676
Manufacturing296

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,650
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Work from Home21.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Troutman is $349,100, 24% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,045 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $392,270.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$349,100
24% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$392,270
Median List Price$364,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$364,000
$/Sq Ft$171
Homes Sold17
Sale-to-List Ratio96.8%
Price Drops25.3%
Inventory99

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,045
10% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,990

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,650
33% above US avg
Effective Rate1.33%
In Troutman, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.6%
2% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death8,077/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access66.8%
Healthcare Facilities537
Troutman has a violent crime rate of 161 per 100,000 residents, 58% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,297 per 100,000 (68% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent160.8/100K
58% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape40.2/100K
Robbery40.2/100K
Assault80.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,297.2/100K
68% above US avg
Burglary1,045.4/100K
Theft2,131.1/100K
Vehicle Theft120.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Troutman has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.4°F
6% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall4.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation938 ft (286 m)
Area8.5 sq mi (22.1 km²)
Population Density448/sq mi
Coordinates35.7005°N, 80.8877°W
County FIPS37097
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 38.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%
D 33.2%

Winner: Republican by 32.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.7%
15% above US avg
High School+96.4%
School Test Score5.46
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density448/sq mi
Total Area8.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities537
Restaurants415
Retail Stores676

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Work from Home21.8%

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