Median Income
$54,219
28% lower than US avg
Home Value
$160,900
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,650
42% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.1%
27% lower than US avg
How Capron Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population151
Median Age46.3 yrs
Density888/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans6.8%
Economy
B+
Median Income$54,219
Per Capita$35,131
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.1%
Commute32 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$160,900
Rent$1,650
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$229,990
Rent Burden51.0%
Health
Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation114 ft (35 m)
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+91.2%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute32 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries2
Is Capron a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Capron receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Capron offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Capron is $54,219, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Capron is $160,900, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,650 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Capron enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Capron has a population of 151 with a density of 888 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.8%), with 8.6% Black.
Population
46.3yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.4% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.6% |
| 88% below US avg |
The median household income in Capron is $54,219, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,219 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,131 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $942 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,604 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.1% |
| 27% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 346 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Healthcare | 7 |
| Retail | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,638 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.64% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 70.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.4% |
The median home value in Capron is $160,900, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,650 (42% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $229,990.
Home Values
| Census Median | $160,900 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $229,990 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,650 |
| 42% above US avg |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
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) | $2,638 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.64% |
In Capron, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Capron vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.5% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.3% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.8% |
| Premature Death | 10,093/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 32.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 7 |
Capron has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 58.4°F |
| 8% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.6 inches |
| 25% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 4.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 114 ft (35 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 888/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7093°N, 77.2013°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County FIPS | 51175 |