Crane, OR

Oregon

Crane is a small town in Oregon with a population of 158.

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
158 Population 15/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $18,842 per capita
N/A Home Value
$617 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $617
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population158
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density15/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,842
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$496M
Commute19 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$617
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain12.5 in/yr
Elevation4,131 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+82.8%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 19%
Commute19 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries1

Is Crane a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crane receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Crane faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $617 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Crane experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Crane has a population of 158 with a density of 15 people per square mile. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%).

Population

158
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
10.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%
Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Crane vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.4%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.6%
31% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Crane vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crane is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Crane vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,842
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$55,723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)342
County GDP$496M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare16
Retail36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,178
38% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $617 (47% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$617
47% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,051
1 Bedroom$1,143
2 Bedrooms$1,425
3 Bedrooms$1,963
4 Bedrooms$2,318

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied52.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,178
38% below US avg
In Crane, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma12.0%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Checkup Rate67.7%
Premature Death9,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access73.7%
Healthcare Facilities16

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Crane has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.5 inches
67% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,131 ft (1,259 m)
Area10.4 sq mi (27.0 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates43.4179°N, 118.5875°W
County FIPS41025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.4-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.2%
D 18.8%

Winner: Republican by 59.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+82.8%
School Test Score5.14
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density15/sq mi
Total Area10.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants30
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Work from Home7.3%

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