Median Income
$51,650
31% lower than US avg
Home Value
$82,500
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.6%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,331
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.7%
38% lower than US avg
How Drayton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,043
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density745/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 64%
Economy
B+
Median Income$51,650
Per Capita$38,522
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$22,980M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$82,500
Rent$1,331
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Elevation751 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.6%
High School+63.5%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute26 min
Libraries10
Is Drayton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Drayton receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Drayton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Drayton is $51,650, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Drayton is $82,500, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,331 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 63.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Drayton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Drayton has a population of 1,043 with a density of 745 people per square mile. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.1%), with 34.2% Black.
Population
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
The median household income in Drayton is $51,650, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $51,650 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $38,522 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,145 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,958 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% |
| 38% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 8,388 |
| County GDP | $22,980M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 644 |
| Healthcare | 647 |
| Retail | 1,084 |
| Manufacturing | 421 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,607 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.37% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.5 min |
| Work from Home | 7.4% |
The median home value in Drayton is $82,500, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,331 (14% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $82,500 |
| 71% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $179,450 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $179,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $161 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 26.7% |
| Inventory | 15 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,331 |
| 14% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,607 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.37% |
In Drayton, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.3% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Drayton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.7% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.7% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.9% |
| Depression | 25.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 15.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 81.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.8% |
| Premature Death | 11,013/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 647 |
Crime Rates: Drayton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 52 |
Safety Score
Drayton has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.2 inches |
| 32% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 751 ft (229 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 745/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.9762°N, 81.9026°W |
| County FIPS | 45083 |