Median Income
$54,708
27% lower than US avg
Home Value
$215,600
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,219
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.9%
93% lower than US avg
How Troutville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population451
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density654/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans13.4%
Economy
A
Median Income$54,708
Per Capita$37,013
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty0.9%
County GDP$10,061M
Commute20 min
Housing
A
Home Value$215,600
Rent$1,219
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$332,685
Rent Burden31.6%
Health
Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Elevation1,429 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 37% / D 61%
Commute20 min
Broadband90.1%
EV Stations1
Libraries8
Is Troutville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Troutville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Troutville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Troutville is $54,708, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Troutville is $215,600, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,219 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Troutville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches, including 11.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Troutville has a population of 451 with a density of 654 people per square mile. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.4%), with 1.1% Hispanic.
Population
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Troutville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.2% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.8% |
| 79% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Troutville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Troutville is $54,708, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income: Troutville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,708 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $37,013 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,206 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,300 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,548 |
| County GDP | $10,061M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 302 |
| Healthcare | 389 |
| Retail | 536 |
| Manufacturing | 87 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,940 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.29% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.6% |
The median home value in Troutville is $215,600, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,219 (5% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $332,685.
Home Values
| Census Median | $215,600 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $332,685 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,219 |
| 5% above US avg |
| Rent Burden | 31.6% |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,940 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.29% |
In Troutville, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Troutville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.4% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.2% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.2% |
| Depression | 27.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.2% |
| Premature Death | 15,725/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 389 |
Crime Rates: Troutville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
Safety Score
Troutville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 55.6°F |
| 3% above US avg |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.7 inches |
| 20% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 11.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,429 ft (436 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 654/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.4167°N, 79.8781°W |
| County FIPS | 51770 |