Draper, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Draper is a small town in Virginia with a population of 458. Residents earn $82,835 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
458 Population 212/sq mi density
$82,835 Median Income $30,812 per capita
$159,100 Home Value $231,288 Zillow
$924 Median Rent 12.7% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$82,835 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$159,100 home value, $924/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,835
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $159,100
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $924
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population458
Median Age55.4 yrs
Density212/mi²
Male / Female73% / 27%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans32.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,835
Per Capita$30,812
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$1,891M
Commute63 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,100
Rent$924
Ownership38.1%
Zillow$231,288
Rent Burden12.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Elevation2,007 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+84.4%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute63 min
Broadband34.3%
Libraries2

Is Draper a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Draper receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Draper offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Draper is $82,835, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 63 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Draper is $159,100, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $924 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Draper experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 15.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Draper has a population of 458 with a density of 212 people per square mile. The median age is 55.4 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.8%), with 5.2% Hispanic.

Population

458
Total Population
212
People / sq mi
55.4yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 72.9%
Female 27.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Draper vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Draper vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Draper is $82,835, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 63 minutes.

Income: Draper vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,835
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,812
Avg Weekly Wage$1,014
IRS Avg AGI$62,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)882
County GDP$1,891M

Business (County)

Restaurants75
Healthcare69
Retail105
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,025
14% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time62.5 min
Drive Alone61.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Draper is $159,100, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $924 (21% below US avg). 38.1% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $231,288.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,100
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$231,288

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$924
21% below US avg
Rent Burden12.7%

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

Homeownership38.1%
Owner-Occupied38.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,025
14% below US avg
Effective Rate1.90%
In Draper, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Draper vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death11,044/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access80.1%
Healthcare Facilities69

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Draper has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall15.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,007 ft (612 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density212/sq mi
Coordinates37.0002°N, 80.7325°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51155
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.7-point margin. 34.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72%
D 27.3%

Winner: Republican by 44.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+84.4%
School Test Score5.58
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density212/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.3%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants75
Retail Stores105

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute62.5 min
Drive Alone61.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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