Twin Lakes CDP (Lake County), CO

Colorado

Twin Lakes CDP (Lake County) is a small town in Colorado with a population of 504. Residents earn $138,025 per year, which is 84% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
504 Population 75/sq mi density
$138,025 Median Income $41,465 per capita
$618,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
38°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$138,025 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$618,400 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $138,025
84% higher than US avg
Home Value $618,400
119% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population504
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density75/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 61%

Economy

A+
Median Income$138,025
Per Capita$41,465
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$564M
Commute38 min

Housing

A
Home Value$618,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp38°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain10.3 in/yr
Elevation9,601 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 56%
Commute38 min
Libraries1

Is Twin Lakes CDP (Lake County) a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Twin Lakes CDP (Lake County) receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Twin Lakes CDP (Lake County) stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Twin Lakes CDP (Lake County) is $138,025, which is significantly higher than the national average — 84% above $75,149. This places Twin Lakes CDP (Lake County) among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Twin Lakes CDP (Lake County) is $618,400, making it a premium housing market at 119% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Twin Lakes CDP (Lake County) has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Twin Lakes CDP (Lake County) has a population of 504 with a density of 75 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 (61.1%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

504
Total Population
75
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
6.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.3%
Female 57.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Twin Lakes CDP (Lake County) vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Twin Lakes CDP (Lake County) vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Twin Lakes CDP (Lake County) is $138,025, which is 84% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Twin Lakes CDP (Lake County) vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$138,025
84% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,465
Avg Weekly Wage$1,110
IRS Avg AGI$66,894

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)293
County GDP$564M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare14
Retail39
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,535
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.5 min
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Twin Lakes CDP (Lake County) is $618,400, 119% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$618,400
119% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,083
1 Bedroom$1,161
2 Bedrooms$1,429
3 Bedrooms$1,861
4 Bedrooms$2,178

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,535
1% above US avg
Effective Rate0.57%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Premature Death7,783/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access90.9%
Healthcare Facilities14

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Twin Lakes CDP (Lake County) has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average37.7°F
30% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.3 inches
73% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation9,601 ft (2,926 m)
Area6.7 sq mi (17.5 km²)
Population Density75/sq mi
Coordinates39.1037°N, 106.3190°W
County FIPS08065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 41.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.8%
D 56.2%

Winner: Democrat by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.8%
24% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density75/sq mi
Total Area6.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants33
Retail Stores39

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.5 min
Work from Home3.4%

Nearby Cities

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