Gratton, VA

Virginia

Gratton is a small town in Virginia with a population of 797. Residents earn $111,875 per year, which is 49% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
797 Population 147/sq mi density
$111,875 Median Income $30,194 per capita
$111,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°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
$111,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,000 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $111,875
49% higher than US avg
Home Value $111,000
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population797
Median Age55.2 yrs
Density147/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A+
Median Income$111,875
Per Capita$30,194
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$1,716M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation2,788 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+96.5%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute18 min
Libraries4

Is Gratton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gratton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Gratton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gratton is $111,875, which is significantly higher than the national average — 49% above $75,149. This places Gratton among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gratton is $111,000, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Gratton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 46.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Gratton has a population of 797 with a density of 147 people per square mile. The median age is 55.2 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%), with 7.4% Black.

Population

797
Total Population
147
People / sq mi
55.2yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
5.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Gratton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gratton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gratton is $111,875, which is 49% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Gratton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$111,875
49% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,194
Avg Weekly Wage$861
IRS Avg AGI$61,094

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,000
County GDP$1,716M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare115
Retail178
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,764
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gratton is $111,000, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,000
61% 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

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,764
21% below US avg
Effective Rate2.49%
In Gratton, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure34.7%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.8%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death15,250/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access71.2%
Healthcare Facilities115

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Gratton has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall46.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,788 ft (850 m)
Area5.4 sq mi (14.1 km²)
Population Density147/sq mi
Coordinates37.1347°N, 81.4268°W
County FIPS51185
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.2%
D 15.3%

Winner: Republican by 68.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+96.5%
School Test Score5.58
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density147/sq mi
Total Area5.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities115
Restaurants74
Retail Stores178

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

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