Cost of Living in Capron, VA

With a cost of living index of 98, Capron, VA is right around the national average in cost. Living here is 2% cheaper than the national average and 6% below the Virginia state average of 104. Capron is a small community of 151 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Capron's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,650 (25% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $160,900 (47% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Capron is $54,219, which is 28% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 37% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.