Median Income
$57,750
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$205,200
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,052
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
25.0%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment
5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
17.1%
38% higher than US avg
How Crawford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population420
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density1,680/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Economy
B
Median Income$57,750
Per Capita$23,922
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty17.1%
County GDP$1,203M
Commute34 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$205,200
Rent$1,052
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$503,271
Health
Obesity25.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain14.3 in/yr
Elevation6,591 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.4%
High School+92.0%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 31%
Commute34 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5
Is Crawford a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Crawford receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Crawford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Crawford is $57,750, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Crawford is $205,200, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,052 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Crawford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.3 inches, including 41.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Crawford has a population of 420 with a density of 1,680 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84%), with 2.9% Hispanic.
Population
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.0% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.0% |
| 63% below US avg |
The median household income in Crawford is $57,750, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,750 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,922 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $920 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,477 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 17.1% |
| 38% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,041 |
| County GDP | $1,203M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 77 |
| Healthcare | 80 |
| Retail | 108 |
| Manufacturing | 50 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,254 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.10% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.4 min |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |
The median home value in Crawford is $205,200, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,052 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $503,271.
Home Values
| Census Median | $205,200 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $503,271 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,052 |
| 10% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,254 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.10% |
In Crawford, 25.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.3% report depression. 17.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Crawford vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 25.0% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.1% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.4% |
| Depression | 25.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 77.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.0% |
| Premature Death | 9,512/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 80 |
Crime Rates: Crawford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Crawford has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.6°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 14.3 inches |
| 62% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 41.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,591 ft (2,009 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,680/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.7050°N, 107.6096°W |
| County FIPS | 08029 |