Rapidan district, Virginia
Rapidan district profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Rapidan district is a geographic entity located in Madison County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,280. The land area covers 92.82 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,280 | ±517 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 51.3 yrs | ±6.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,467 | ±229 | 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 | 1,698 | ±216 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,467 | ±229 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 231 | ±98 |
| Median Home Value | $342,300 | ±$47,196 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,122 | ±$174 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $78,125 | ±$20,080 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,402 | ±$6,085 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.3% | ±6.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 446 | ±212 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.7% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,657 | ±381 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 80% | ±8.4% |
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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COUNTY OF MADISON
GUS Population: 14,252 (2024)
ID: 209686
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 705, MADISON VA 22727-0705
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Stanardsville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Elkton, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Elkton, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | Standardsville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Madison, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Madison, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Stanardsville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Stanardsville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Orange, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Orange, 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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Culpeper Cosmetology Training Center
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College Vocational | 20.2 mi away | 311 South East Street #120, Culpeper, VA, 22701-1055 |
5407278003
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MADISON COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 402 N MAIN ST, MADISON, VA, 22727 |
(540) 948-4720
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GREENE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 222 MAIN STREET, STANARDSVILLE, VA, 22973 |
(434) 985-5227
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ELKTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 14.6 mi away | 106 N TERRACE AVE, ELKTON, VA, 22827 |
(540) 434-4475
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SHENANDOAH COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 418 S THIRD STREET, SHENANDOAH, VA, 22849 |
(540) 434-4475
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ORANGE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.6 mi away | 146A MADISON RD., ORANGE, VA, 22960 |
(540) 672-3811
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PAGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.6 mi away | 100 ZERKEL STREET, LURAY, VA, 22835 |
(540) 434-4475
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CULPEPER COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 19.7 mi away | 271 SOUTHGATE SHOPPING CENTER, CULPEPER, VA, 22701 |
(540) 825-8691
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GORDONSVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 19.7 mi away | 319 N. MAIN ST., GORDONSVILLE, VA, 22942 |
(540) 832-0712
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JEFFERSON-MADISON BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 22.3 mi away | 705 W. RIO RD, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, 22901 |
(434) 979-7893
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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 SOMERSET, VA US, located 11.1 miles from Rapidan district. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44.9° | 24.0° | 34.5° | 2.99" | 3.4" |
| February | 48.2° | 26.4° | 37.3° | 2.70" | 6.1" |
| March | 56.4° | 32.9° | 44.7° | 3.62" | 1.7" |
| April | 67.5° | 42.7° | 55.1° | 3.53" | 0.2" |
| May | 74.9° | 52.9° | 63.9° | 4.57" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.1° | 61.8° | 72.4° | 4.80" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.1° | 65.3° | 76.2° | 3.95" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.6° | 63.9° | 74.8° | 3.65" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.3° | 56.2° | 67.8° | 4.56" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.7° | 43.8° | 56.2° | 3.64" | 0.0" |
| November | 58.0° | 34.2° | 46.1° | 3.47" | 0.4" |
| December | 48.7° | 27.5° | 38.1° | 3.51" | 3.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison town | Town | 5.3 mi | — |
| Stanardsville town | Town | 7.9 mi | — |
| Brightwood CDP | CDP | 9.3 mi | — |
| Twin Lakes CDP | CDP | 11.0 mi | — |
| Ruckersville CDP | CDP | 11.4 mi | — |
| Elkton town | Town | 14.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5111395223. • 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.