Capron district, Virginia
Capron district profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Capron district is a geographic entity located in Southampton County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,438. The land area covers 144.34 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,438 | ±430 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 49.5 yrs | ±4.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,080 | ±173 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,183 | ±190 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,080 | ±173 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 103 | ±75 |
| Median Home Value | $224,600 | ±$36,314 |
| Median Gross Rent | $862 | ±$194 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $69,397 | ±$22,552 |
| Per Capita Income | $43,567 | ±$5,723 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.9% | ±5.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 217 | ±136 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.6% | ±4.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,314 | ±249 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 69.4% | ±9.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 17,941 (2024)
ID: 136017
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ASSISTANT COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 400, COURTLAND VA 23837-0400
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Capron, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Franklin, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Franklin, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Newsoms, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Sedley, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Courtland, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Franklin, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Courtland, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Courtland, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Stony Creek, VA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Paul D Camp Community College
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College | 12.0 mi away | 100 N College Dr, Franklin, VA, 23851 |
7575696700
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BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 22511 MAIN STREET, COURTLAND, VA, 23837 |
(757) 653-0298
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Chowan University
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College | 23.2 mi away | One University Place, Murfreesboro, NC, 27855 |
2523986500
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WALTER CECIL RAWLS BRANCH
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 22511 MAIN STREET, COURTLAND, VA, 23837 |
(757) 653-2821
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RUTH CAMP CAMPBELL MEMORIAL BRANCH
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 280 NORTH COLLEGE DRIVE, FRANKLIN, VA, 23851 |
(757) 562-4801
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TROXLER MEMORIAL BRANCH
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Library | 15.6 mi away | 100 WILSON AVENUE, WAKEFIELD, VA, 23888 |
(757) 899-6500
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WAVERLY BRANCH
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Library | 18.3 mi away | 352 W. MAIN STREET, WAVERLY, VA, 23890 |
(804) 834-2192
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WINDSOR BRANCH
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Library | 20.9 mi away | 18 DUKE STREET, WINDSOR, VA, 23487 |
(757) 242-3046
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ELIZABETH SEWELL PARKER LIBRARY
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Library | 22.7 mi away | 213 E MAIN ST, MURFREESBORO, NC, 27855 |
(252) 398-4494
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CARSON DEPOT LIBRARY
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Library | 23.9 mi away | 16101 HALLIGAN PARK ROAD, CARSON, VA, 23830 |
(804) 458-6329
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at WAKEFIELD 1NW, VA US, located 15.9 miles from Capron district. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49.8° | 28.2° | 39.0° | 3.83" | 3.5" |
| February | 53.0° | 30.1° | 41.5° | 2.80" | 1.4" |
| March | 61.1° | 35.8° | 48.4° | 4.22" | 0.4" |
| April | 71.4° | 45.2° | 58.3° | 3.76" | 0.0" |
| May | 78.6° | 54.7° | 66.6° | 4.15" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.8° | 63.3° | 74.5° | 4.77" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.7° | 68.0° | 78.8° | 5.47" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.7° | 66.3° | 77.0° | 5.50" | 0.0" |
| September | 81.8° | 60.2° | 71.0° | 6.05" | 0.0" |
| October | 72.0° | 48.0° | 60.0° | 3.95" | 0.0" |
| November | 62.0° | 37.6° | 49.8° | 3.17" | 0.0" |
| December | 53.1° | 31.4° | 42.3° | 3.73" | 1.1" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courtland town | Town | 5.1 mi | — |
| Capron town | Town | 6.3 mi | — |
| Sedley CDP | CDP | 7.0 mi | — |
| Newsoms town | Town | 10.0 mi | — |
| Franklin city | City | 11.4 mi | — |
| Sussex CDP | CDP | 13.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5117590608. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.