Crawfordsville, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Crawfordsville is a small town in Iowa with a population of 322. Residents earn $73,929 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
322 Population 870/sq mi density
$73,929 Median Income $25,428 per capita
$87,000 Home Value $207,205 Zillow
$621 Median Rent 13.9% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$73,929 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,000 home value, $621/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,929
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,000
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $621
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population322
Median Age32.4 yrs
Density870/mi²
Male / Female43% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,929
Per Capita$25,428
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty10.8%
County GDP$1,863M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,000
Rent$621
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$207,205
Rent Burden13.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation728 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+90.9%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute28 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries3

Is Crawfordsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crawfordsville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Crawfordsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crawfordsville is $73,929, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crawfordsville is $87,000, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $621 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Crawfordsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 25.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Crawfordsville has a population of 322 with a density of 870 people per square mile. The median age is 32.4 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.9%), with 9.3% Hispanic.

Population

322
Total Population
870
People / sq mi
32.4yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.5%
Female 57.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Crawfordsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Crawfordsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crawfordsville is $73,929, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Crawfordsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,929
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,428
Avg Weekly Wage$933
IRS Avg AGI$77,685

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)858
County GDP$1,863M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare61
Retail89
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,261
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Crawfordsville is $87,000, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $621 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $207,205.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,000
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$207,205

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$621
47% below US avg
Rent Burden13.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,261
22% above US avg
Effective Rate4.90%
In Crawfordsville, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.5%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death6,076/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access74.2%
Healthcare Facilities61

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Crawfordsville has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall25.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation728 ft (222 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density870/sq mi
Coordinates41.2139°N, 91.5366°W
County FIPS19183
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.4-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.6%
D 37.2%

Winner: Republican by 24.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.8%
47% below US avg
High School+90.9%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density870/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities61
Restaurants43
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

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