Twin Lake, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Twin Lake is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,997. Residents earn $80,150 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,997 Population 693/sq mi density
$80,150 Median Income $44,230 per capita
$232,300 Home Value $332,245 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$80,150 median income, 12.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$232,300 home value
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,150
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $232,300
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.1%
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.2%
239% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,997
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density693/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B
Median Income$80,150
Per Capita$44,230
Unemployment12.2%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$8,392M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$232,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$332,245

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Elevation689 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.1%
High School+98.5%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute28 min
Libraries14

Is Twin Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Twin Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Twin Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Twin Lake is $80,150, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 12.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 1.7% 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 Twin Lake is $232,300, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Twin Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Twin Lake has a population of 1,997 with a density of 693 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%).

Population

1,997
Total Population
693
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Twin Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Twin Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Twin Lake is $80,150, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Twin Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,150
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,230
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$58,618

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.2%
239% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,152
County GDP$8,392M

Business (County)

Restaurants338
Healthcare404
Retail526
Manufacturing259

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,258
79% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Twin Lake is $232,300, 18% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $332,245.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$232,300
18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$332,245
Median List Price$397,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$397,500
$/Sq Ft$198
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio96.3%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,258
79% above US avg
Effective Rate2.69%
In Twin Lake, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.9% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma12.0%
COPD7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression29.9%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death9,658/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access88.2%
Healthcare Facilities404

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Twin Lake has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.5 inches
1% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density693/sq mi
Coordinates43.3685°N, 86.1836°W
County FIPS26121
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.2%
D 48.4%

Winner: Republican by 1.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.1%
14% below US avg
High School+98.5%
School Test Score5.23
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density693/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities404
Restaurants338
Retail Stores526

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Work from Home9.5%

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