Home Value
$89,300
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.4%
81% lower than US avg
How Zap Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population151
Median Age43.7 yrs
Density148/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$34,530
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$1,185M
Commute26 min
Housing
Home Value$89,300
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Elevation1,845 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+98.1%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute26 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries3
Is Zap a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Zap receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Zap has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.4% 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 Zap is $89,300, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month.
Education
13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Zap has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Zap has a population of 151 with a density of 148 people per square mile. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.1%), with 19.9% Hispanic.
Population
43.7yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.9% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.1% |
| 47% below US avg |
The median household income in Zap is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $34,530 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,605 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $90,020 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.4% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 327 |
| County GDP | $1,185M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 30 |
| Healthcare | 27 |
| Retail | 42 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,500 |
| 0% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.92% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.0 min |
| Work from Home | 1.6% |
The median home value in Zap is $89,300, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $89,300 |
| 68% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,125 |
| 3% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,500 |
| 0% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.92% |
In Zap, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Zap vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.5% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.6% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.0% |
| Depression | 21.9% |
| Mental Distress | 16.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.9% |
| Premature Death | 7,938/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 27 |
Crime Rates: Zap vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Zap has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
13°F Jan (-11°C)
71°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 43.2°F |
| 20% below US avg |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 16.9 inches |
| 56% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,845 ft (562 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 148/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.2851°N, 101.9237°W |
| County FIPS | 38057 |