Median Income
$73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value
$108,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.6%
10% higher than US avg
How Grafton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population146
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density417/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$36,460
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty13.6%
County GDP$560M
Commute15 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$108,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$175,493
Health
Obesity41.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.5%
Heart Disease4.7%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.3 in/yr
Elevation1,681 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute15 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries5
Is Grafton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Grafton receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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 high obesity rates. Grafton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Grafton is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Grafton is $108,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Grafton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.3 inches, including 24.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Grafton has a population of 146 with a density of 417 people per square mile. The median age is 48.1 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 5.5% Hispanic.
Population
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Grafton is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $73,750 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,460 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,022 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $81,693 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.6% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 280 |
| County GDP | $560M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,867 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.65% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 14.5 min |
| Work from Home | 7.6% |
The median home value in Grafton is $108,300, 62% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $175,493.
Home Values
| Census Median | $108,300 |
| 62% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $175,493 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,867 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.65% |
In Grafton, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.5% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Grafton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.4% |
| 29% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.7% |
| Asthma | 9.2% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.7% |
| Depression | 17.5% |
| Mental Distress | 14.4% |
| Physical Distress | 10.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.7% |
| Premature Death | 5,978/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
Crime Rates: Grafton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Grafton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 50.4°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 27.3 inches |
| 28% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 24.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,681 ft (512 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 417/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6298°N, 97.7146°W |
| County FIPS | 31059 |