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Crenshaw, PA

Pennsylvania · Elk County

Crenshaw is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 217. Residents earn $72,813 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
217 Population 197/sq mi density
$72,813 Median Income $42,313 per capita
$176,400 Home Value
$932 Median Rent 14.3% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$72,813 median income, 7.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$176,400 home value, $932/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,813
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $176,400
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $932
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population217
Median Age60.9 yrs
Density197/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans13.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$72,813
Per Capita$42,313
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$1,830M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$176,400
Rent$932
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units150
Rent Burden14.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,645 ft (501 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+97.3%
Graduate+9.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute18 min
Broadband86.8%
Libraries4

Is Crenshaw a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crenshaw receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Crenshaw offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crenshaw is $72,813, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crenshaw is $176,400, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $932 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Crenshaw experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Crenshaw has a population of 217 with a density of 197 people per square mile. The median age is 60.9 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

217
Total Population
197
People / sq mi
60.9yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.2%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Crenshaw vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Crenshaw vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crenshaw is $72,813, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Crenshaw vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,813
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,313
Avg Weekly Wage$1,010
IRS Avg AGI$64,272

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)960
County GDP$1,830M

Business (County)

Restaurants82
Healthcare114
Retail121
Manufacturing132

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,322
23% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Drive Alone94.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Crenshaw is $176,400, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $932 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,400
37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$932
20% below US avg
Rent Burden14.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.5%
Housing Units150
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,322
23% above US avg
Effective Rate2.45%
Crenshaw has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.4 inches
12% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,645 ft (501 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density197/sq mi
Coordinates41.2517°N, 78.7541°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyElk County County
County FIPS42047
Crenshaw is located in Elk County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47-point margin. 86.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 47 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+97.3%
Graduate Degree+9.6%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density197/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi
CountyElk County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities114
Restaurants82
Retail Stores121

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Drive Alone94.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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