Twin Lakes, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Twin Lakes is a small town in Virginia with a population of 1,794. Residents earn $67,012 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,794 Population 1,508/sq mi density
$67,012 Median Income $42,964 per capita
$235,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$67,012 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$235,500 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,012
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $235,500
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,794
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density1,508/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 62%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,012
Per Capita$42,964
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$681M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$235,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Elevation549 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+92.8%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute40 min
Libraries1

Is Twin Lakes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Twin Lakes receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Twin Lakes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Twin Lakes is $67,012, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Twin Lakes is $235,500, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Twin Lakes enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Twin Lakes has a population of 1,794 with a density of 1,508 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.9%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 4.9% Black.

Population

1,794
Total Population
1,508
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Twin Lakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.5%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.5%
1% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Twin Lakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Twin Lakes is $67,012, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Twin Lakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,012
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,964
Avg Weekly Wage$841
IRS Avg AGI$72,175

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg
Establishments (County)547
County GDP$681M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare26
Retail56
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,138
10% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.6 min
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Twin Lakes is $235,500, 16% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$235,500
16% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Owner-Occupied85.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,138
10% below US avg
Effective Rate1.33%
In Twin Lakes, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.4%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death6,743/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access61.7%
Healthcare Facilities26

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Twin Lakes has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.6 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation549 ft (167 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density1,508/sq mi
Coordinates38.2498°N, 78.4428°W
County FIPS51079
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.7%
D 37%

Winner: Republican by 24.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+92.8%
School Test Score5.58
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,508/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants30
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.6 min
Work from Home2.3%

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