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
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
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Twin Lake vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.3% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.7% |
| 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.
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
| Unemployment | 12.2% |
| 239% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.7% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,152 |
| County GDP | $8,392M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 338 |
| Healthcare | 404 |
| Retail | 526 |
| Manufacturing | 259 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,258 |
| 79% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.69% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.7 min |
| Work from Home | 9.5% |
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 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 Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.3% |
| Price Drops | 20.0% |
| Inventory | 5 |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,258 |
| 79% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.69% |
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
| Obesity | 41.8% |
| 30% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.3% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.3% |
| Depression | 29.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,658/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 88.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 404 |
Crime Rates: Twin Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 46.2°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.5 inches |
| 1% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 689 ft (210 m) |
| Area | 2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 693/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.3685°N, 86.1836°W |
| County FIPS | 26121 |