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
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
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Twin Lakes vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 86.5% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Spanish | 13.5% |
| 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.
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
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.7% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 547 |
| County GDP | $681M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 30 |
| Healthcare | 26 |
| Retail | 56 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,138 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.33% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 39.6 min |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |
The median home value in Twin Lakes is $235,500, 16% below the national average.
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,138 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.33% |
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
| Obesity | 39.1% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.4% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.8% |
| Depression | 26.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,743/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 26 |
Crime Rates: Twin Lakes vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 58.7°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.6 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 549 ft (167 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,508/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.2498°N, 78.4428°W |
| County FIPS | 51079 |