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Crescent City, CA

California · Del Norte County

Crescent City is a small city in California with a population of 6,180. Residents earn $41,131 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
6,180 Population 3,153/sq mi density
$41,131 Median Income $18,254 per capita
$290,500 Home Value $354,662 Zillow
$1,127 Median Rent 38.5% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
342 Violent Crime/100K 4,631 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$41,131 median income, 3.3% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$290,500 home value, $1,127/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
342 violent crimes/100K (10% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $41,131
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $290,500
3% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 342/100K
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,127
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.8%
11% higher than US avg

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

People

Population6,180
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density3,153/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 58%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,131
Per Capita$18,254
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty13.8%
County GDP$1,088M
Commute38 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$290,500
Rent$1,127
Ownership38.0%
Zillow$354,662
Housing Units2,267
Rent Burden38.5%

Crime

F
Violent342/100K
Property4,631/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault194/100K
Burglary879/100K

Health

Obesity32.0%
Uninsured13.7%
Smoking15.3%
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain58.0 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+74.0%
Graduate+8.1%
School Score3.90

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute38 min
Broadband90.6%
EV Stations10
Libraries2

Is Crescent City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crescent City receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Crescent City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crescent City is $41,131, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crescent City is $290,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,127 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Crescent City is below the national average at 342 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,631 per 100,000, 136% above the national average.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.0% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.9/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

Crescent City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 58.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Crescent City has a population of 6,180 with a density of 3,153 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 35.7% female and 64.3% male. The city is predominantly White (57.9%), with 8.7% Hispanic, 10.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 87.7% of residents, while 12.3% speak Spanish. 3.8% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 22.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,180
Total Population
3,153
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.3%
Female 35.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Crescent City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 87.7%
12% above US avg
Spanish 12.3%
8% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Crescent City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crescent City is $41,131, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,254 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,035, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 845 business establishments, including 63 restaurants. The cost of living index is 110.7, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 8.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Crescent City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,131
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,254
Avg Weekly Wage$1,035
IRS Avg AGI$57,408
Gini Index0.432 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.8%
11% above US avg
Establishments (County)845
County GDP$1,088M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare67
Retail59
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,167
19% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.2 min
Drive Alone46.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Crescent City is $290,500, 3% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $354,662, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.9% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,127 (3% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,647 for a one-bedroom to $2,053 for a two-bedroom apartment. 38.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,267 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1975. The average annual property tax is $4,167 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 38.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$290,500
3% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$354,662
Median List Price$415,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$415,000
$/Sq Ft$222
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio96.9%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,127
3% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,513
Rent Burden38.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Homeownership38.0%
Owner-Occupied38.0%
Renter-Occupied62.0%
Housing Units2,267
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,167
19% above US avg
Effective Rate1.43%
In Crescent City, 32.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 11.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.5% of residents. 33.0% have high blood pressure. 15.3% are current smokers. 18.6% report binge drinking. 25.9% are physically inactive. 20.9% report depression. 18.2% experience frequent mental distress. 13.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,653. The dentist ratio is 1:1,177. 84.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Crescent City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.0%
0% below US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma9.8%
COPD7.0%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.7%
Uninsured13.7%
59% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,653
Dentists1:1,177
Mental Health1:198
Checkup Rate68.2%
Dental Visits53.1%
Premature Death11,533/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access84.9%
Healthcare Facilities67
Crescent City has a violent crime rate of 342 per 100,000 residents, 10% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 193.6 per 100,000, robbery at 119.1, rape at 29.8. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 4,631 per 100,000, 136% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 3,544, burglary at 879, vehicle theft at 208 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 5 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Crescent City receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent342.5/100K
10% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape29.8/100K
Robbery119.1/100K
Assault193.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,630.7/100K
136% above US avg
Burglary878.5/100K
Theft3,543.8/100K
Vehicle Theft208.5/100K
Arson89.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents1,135
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Crescent City experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 271 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 58.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density3,153/sq mi
Coordinates41.7645°N, 124.2008°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountyDel Norte County County
Nearest AirportRogue Valley International - Medford (MFR)
80 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.0"
53% above US avg
Wettest Month (Dec) 12.72"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.43"

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score94.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability53.6 / 100
Community Resilience23.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Very Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave No Rating
Landslide Relatively High
Coastal Flood Very Low
Tsunami Very High
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1,617 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 4, 2025.

Aug 17, 1991 136 km WSW of Brookings, Oregon M7.0 138 km
Jul 13, 1991 103 km W of Pistol River, Oregon M6.9 128 km
Mar 10, 2014 77 km WNW of Indianola, California M6.8 130 km
Jan 10, 2010 The 2010 Eureka, California Earthquake M6.5 130 km
Aug 16, 1991 136 km WSW of Brookings, Oregon M6.1 137 km
Jul 24, 1996 136 km WSW of Pistol River, Oregon M5.9 142 km
Feb 13, 2012 26 km NNW of Willow Creek, California M5.6 77 km
Oct 4, 1997 100 km WNW of Samoa, California M5.5 124 km
Feb 26, 2007 51 km W of Ferndale, California M5.4 137 km
Dec 26, 1994 7 km WNW of Fields Landing, California M5.4 114 km
Feb 26, 2007 52km W of Ferndale, CA M5.4 137 km
Jan 13, 2001 off the coast of Northern California M5.4 142 km
Apr 30, 2008 3 km NNW of Burnt Ranch, California M5.4 119 km
Oct 26, 1997 99 km W of Trinidad, California M5.2 122 km
Jun 17, 2002 29 km WNW of Fields Landing, California M5.2 110 km
Jul 29, 2017 80 km W of Indianola, California M5.1 137 km
Jun 25, 2007 57 km W of Trinidad, California M5.0 89 km
Aug 15, 2003 100 km WNW of Indianola, California M5.0 130 km
Mar 25, 2006 130 km W of Pistol River, Oregon M5.0 148 km
Oct 11, 2013 50 km WNW of Samoa, California M4.9 98 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

9 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 29, 1958 EF2 91 km 0
Dec 30, 1992 EF1 2 km 0
Dec 11, 1992 EF1 2 km 0
Nov 9, 2002 EF0 32 km 0
Jan 20, 1996 EF0 2 km 0
Jan 20, 1996 EF0 21 km 0
Mar 22, 1983 EF0 32 km 0
May 13, 1960 EF0 29 km 0
Jan 10, 1958 EF0 2 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.1 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1873 N. CALIFORNIA Eruption + Earthquake 3.1 m 31 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Shasta (172 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Shasta Stratovolcano 4,317 m (14,163 ft) 1250 172 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BISCUIT COMPLEX (BISCUIT) (495,308 ac, 2002).

Year Name Acres Distance
2002 BISCUIT COMPLEX (BISCUIT) 495,308 79 km
2017 CHETCO BAR 194,877 54 km
2018 KLONDIKE 178,311 78 km
2020 SLATER 157,784 58 km
2020 RED SALMON COMPLEX 147,535 98 km
2014 HAPPY CAMP COMPLEX 118,491 84 km
2008 SISKIYOU-BLUE 2 COMPLEX (BLUE 2) 100,823 48 km
1987 SILVER 96,698 70 km
2021 MCCASH 95,762 75 km
2017 OAK 95,692 52 km
2023 KELLY 90,267 33 km
2008 PANTHER 71,448 73 km
1987 KING TITUS 71,390 69 km
2017 ISLAND 62,931 97 km
2018 TAYLOR CREEK 57,505 94 km
1987 YELLOW 2 53,626 83 km
2008 BEAR WALLOW COMPLEX (UKONOM) 40,029 88 km
2018 NATCHEZ 38,800 55 km
1987 FORT COPPER 36,333 83 km
2023 MOSQUITO 36,111 55 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (9°C) 11.7 in
February 49°F (9°C) 10.0 in
March 50°F (10°C) 10.1 in
April 52°F (11°C) 5.4 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
June 58°F (14°C) 1.5 in
July 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in Driest
August 60°F (16°C) 1.1 in Warmest
September 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
October 56°F (13°C) 5.6 in
November 51°F (10°C) 12.2 in
December 47°F (9°C) 12.7 in Coldest, Wettest

Crescent City has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 47°F in December to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 76.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (12.7") and July the driest (0.4").

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Crescent City is located in Del Norte County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 19.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 41% below the national average of 33.7%. 74.0% have completed high school. 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 3.9 out of 10, below typical benchmarks. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 56.8% of the vote, a 16.4-point margin. 90.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 10 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 67 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 46.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.8%
D 40.4%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents1,135
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+74.0%
Graduate Degree+8.1%
School Test Score3.90
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density3,153/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi
CountyDel Norte County County

Services

Broadband Access90.6%
Avg Download Speed96.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations10
Alt Fuel Stations11
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants63
Retail Stores59

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.2 min
Drive Alone46.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%
Average costs for common services in Crescent City. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $277 ($166–$443)
Specialist Visit $387 ($221–$609)
Urgent Care Visit $221 ($111–$387)
Emergency Room Visit $2,435 ($886–$5,535)
Dental Cleaning $144 ($83–$221)
Dental Filling $277 ($166–$443)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $50 ($28–$83)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $83 ($55–$133)
Brake Pad Replacement $332 ($166–$554)
Tire Rotation $44 ($22–$83)
New Tires (Set of 4) $664 ($443–$1,107)
Battery Replacement $221 ($111–$387)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $111 ($66–$166)
Electrician (Per Hour) $100 ($55–$155)
HVAC Repair $443 ($166–$886)
HVAC System Install $7,749 ($4,428–$13,284)
Roof Repair $1,107 ($443–$2,214)
Roof Replacement $9,963 ($6,089–$16,605)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,661 ($554–$3,875)
Divorce (Contested) $16,605 ($5,535–$33,210)
DUI Defense $5,535 ($2,214–$11,070)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,661 ($886–$3,321)
Will Preparation $554 ($221–$1,107)
Trust Preparation $2,768 ($1,107–$5,535)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $28 ($17–$50)
Women's Haircut $61 ($33–$111)
Hair Coloring (Full) $166 ($83–$277)
Manicure $28 ($17–$50)
Pedicure $44 ($28–$72)
Massage (1 Hour) $89 ($55–$144)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.54 ($3.32–$6.09)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.87 ($2.77–$5.54)
Loaf of Bread $4.21 ($2.77–$6.09)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.98 ($3.32–$7.20)
Ground Beef (per lb) $6.09 ($4.43–$8.30)
Rice (per lb) $1.11 ($0.66–$1.99)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $155 ($89–$277)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $77 ($33–$166)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $77 ($44–$133)
Internet (Monthly) $77 ($44–$111)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $72 ($33–$111)
Cable TV (Monthly) $94 ($55–$166)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $221 ($83–$554)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,214 ($1,328–$3,875)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $77 ($33–$144)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $17 ($8.86–$28)
Car Registration (Annual) $111 ($33–$277)
Driver's License Renewal $33 ($17–$83)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,328 ($664–$2,768)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,107 ($554–$2,214)
After-School Care (Monthly) $443 ($221–$775)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $55 ($28–$111)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,107 ($443–$2,768)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $13,838 ($5,535–$33,210)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $66 ($33–$111)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $111 ($55–$221)
Dog Grooming $66 ($33–$111)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $44 ($22–$83)
Dog Spay/Neuter $332 ($166–$554)
Cat Spay/Neuter $221 ($111–$443)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$972
Toddler$774
Preschool$641
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$999
Toddler$910
Preschool$845
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Del Norte County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 1,011 56 $38,092 1.22
Accommodation & Food Services 646 65 $30,629 0.85
Agriculture & Forestry 301 56 $51,886 4.47
Construction 228 50 $53,314 0.52
Manufacturing 171 11 $45,452 0.25
Arts & Entertainment 102 9 $30,763 0.73
Administrative & Waste Services 98 18 $52,563 0.20
Other Services 90 30 $44,453 0.36
Real Estate 72 26 $34,582 0.56
Finance & Insurance 66 17 $60,148 0.20
Information & Technology 63 11 $60,427 0.40

Hospitals in Crescent City

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
SUTTER COAST HOSPITAL Acute Care Hospitals 2/5 Yes (707) 464-8511

Schools in Crescent City

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Del Norte High High 1,006 49 20.5:1
Crescent Elk Middle Middle 491 25 19.6:1
Redwood Elementary Elementary 477 18 26.5:1
Castle Rock (Charter) Other 351 16 21.9:1
Joe Hamilton Elementary Elementary 306 15 20.4:1
Pine Grove Elementary Elementary 280 12 23.3:1
Uncharted Shores Academy (Charter) Other 276 13 21.2:1
Bess Maxwell Elementary Elementary 233 12 19.4:1
Mary Peacock Elementary Elementary 230 12 19.2:1
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Radio Stations near Crescent City

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Crescent City

10 campgrounds found near Crescent City.

NameRatingSitesPrice
BEAR BASIN LOOKOUT AND CABIN 4.9/5 1 $75
PANTHER FLAT CAMPGROUND 4.3/5 38 $15–$30
PATRICK CREEK CAMPGROUND 3.8/5 13 $14
LUDLUM HOUSE 3.6/5 1 $125
PACKERS CABIN 3.5/5 1 Free
GRASSY FLAT CAMPGROUND 3.4/5 19 $10
Gold Bluffs Beach Campground Free
Jedediah Smith Campground Free
North Fork Campground Free
QUAIL PRAIRIE LOOKOUT 1 Free

National Parks Near Crescent City

11 national parks and monuments found near Crescent City.

ParkTypeFee
Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park State Park Free
Humboldt Lagoons State Park State Park Free
Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park State Park Free
Little River State Beach State Park Free
Oregon Caves National Monument & Preserve National Monument & Preserve $20
Pelican State Beach State Park Free
Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park State Park Free
Redwood National and State Parks National and State Parks Free
Sue-meg State Park State Park Free
Tolowa Dunes State Park State Park Free
Trinidad State Beach State Park Free

Trails Near Crescent City

53 trails found near Crescent City.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
KALMIOPSIS RIM 30.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
UPPER CHETCO 16.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHETCO DIVIDE 9.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NORTH FORK SMITH RIVER 7.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RED MOUNTAIN 7.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE CHETCO 7.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
JOHNSON BUTTE 6.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BALDFACE CREEK 5.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BAILEY MOUNTAIN 4.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
EMILY CABIN 4.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KALMIOPSIS RIM 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE CHETCO 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BUCKSKIN PEAK 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GARDNER MINE 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
OREGON REDWOODS - HIKING 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BAILEY CABIN 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHIMNEY CAMP 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
KALMIOPSIS RIM 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHETCO GORGE 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BABYFOOT LAKE RIM 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NAVY MONUMENT 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NORTH FORK SMITH RIVER 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SOURDOUGH 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FRANZ MEADOWS 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SOURDOUGH 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BUCKSKIN PEAK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VULCAN LAKE 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BALDFACE CREEK 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VULCAN PEAK 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BUCKSKIN PEAK 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
REDWOOD NATURE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BUCKSKIN PEAK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FALL CREEK 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SOURDOUGH 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GARDNER MINE LOOP 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
JAPANESE BOMBING SITE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BABYFOOT LAKE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FALL CREEK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BUCKSKIN PEAK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
OREGON REDWOODS - BARRIER FREE 0.6 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes
BABYFOOT LAKE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHETCO LOOKOUT 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NORTH FORK SMITH RIVER 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FRESNO CAMP 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RED MOUNTAIN 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE VULCAN LAKE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BROKEN COT CAMP 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHETCO DIVIDE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VULCAN PEAK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SALAMANDER LAKE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
UPPER CHETCO 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FRANZ MEADOWS 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BABYFOOT LAKE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Crescent City

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
REDWOOD NATIONAL PARKARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER7074646101$553,959
DEL NORTE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7074643922$70,022
TREES OF MYSTERYGENERAL MUSEUM7074822251

Libraries in Crescent City

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
DEL NORTE COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT190 PRICE MALL0.079,863

Farmers Markets in Crescent City

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Crescent City Farmers MarketParking lot of, Del Norte Fairgrounds parking lotVisit

Hotels in Crescent City

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Oceanfront Lodge
Pacific Inn Crescent City

Restaurants in Crescent City

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cazadores
Denny's
Elise's Eatery
Enoteca
Kin Khao Thai Eatery
Tsunami Sports Bar & Grill

Cafes in Crescent City

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dutch Bros. Coffee
Seafront Baking Company
Starbucks
Vita Cucina Bakery

Cinemas in Crescent City

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crescent City Cinemas

Gas Stations in Crescent City

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chevron

Banks in Crescent City

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coast Central Credit Union

Gyms in Crescent City

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Martial Arts

Nursing Homes in Crescent City

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
LANTERN HEALTH CRESCENT CITY
1280 MARSHALL AVE
For profit - Corporation 72 64 1/5 3/5 3/5 7074646151

Pharmacies in Crescent City

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
RITE AID - 6040 575 M STREET 707-465-3981
SAFEWAY 475 M STREET 707-465-3663
WAL-MART - 1910 900 EAST WASHINGTON BOULEVARD 707-464-1452
WALGREENS - 11754 787 L STREET 707-464-3857

EV Charging Stations in Crescent City

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Crescent City Downtown Parking - Tesla Supercharger1000 Front StreetTesla6TESLApublic
Walmart 1910 - Crescent City, CA900 East Washington BlvdElectrify America5CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
Walmart 1910 - Crescent City, CA900 East Washington BlvdElectrify America4CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
Crescent City1000 Front StSHELL_RECHARGE22CHADEMO J1772 J1772COMBOpublic
475 M Street (US-DGR-L6Z-1A)475 M StreetRIVIAN_ADVENTURE1J1772COMBOpublic
475 M Street (US-DGR-L6Z-1B)475 M StreetRIVIAN_ADVENTURE1J1772COMBOpublic
475 M Street (US-DGR-L6Z-1C)475 M StreetRIVIAN_ADVENTURE1J1772COMBOpublic
475 M Street (US-DGR-L6Z-2A)475 M StreetRIVIAN_ADVENTURE1J1772COMBOpublic
475 M Street (US-DGR-L6Z-2B)475 M StreetRIVIAN_ADVENTURE1J1772COMBOpublic
475 M Street (US-DGR-L6Z-2C)475 M StreetRIVIAN_ADVENTURE1J1772COMBOpublic
DC CORRIDOR CRESCENT C DC1655 US-101ChargePoint Network1CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
DC CORRIDOR CRESCENT C DC2655 US-101ChargePoint Network1CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
Anchor Beach Inn Crescent City - Tesla Destination880 US Hwy 101 STesla Destination6J1772 TESLApublic
DC CORRIDOR CRESCENT C L2655 US Highway 101 S.ChargePoint Network2J1772public

Cell Towers in Crescent City

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
2.25 km W of US Hwy 101; 1.9 km NW of Requa, CATOWER49
0.5 MI E OF US-101 6.0 MILES NNE OFTOWER44

Fire Stations in Crescent City

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Crescent Fire Protection District255 W Washington BLVDMostly volunteer707-464-2421
Fort Dick Fire Protection District6534 Kings Valley RDVolunteer707-487-8185
Pelican Bay State Prison5905 Lake Earl DRMostly volunteer707-465-9105

Bridges in Crescent City

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete19449021,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1954284,150F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete continuous19712423,130G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete continuous19713801,350G

Correctional Facilities in Crescent City

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
PELICAN BAY STATE PRISON (PBSP)5905 LAKE EARL DRIVESTATE2,3842,380OPEN
DEL NORTE COUNTY JAIL650 5TH STREETCOUNTY109142OPEN
DEL NORTE JUVENILE HALL1115 WILLIAMS DRIVECOUNTY-99944OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Crescent City

4 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Crescent City, CA1001 Front Street BUS
Gasquet, CA10350 Highway 199BUS
Hiouchi, CA2100 Highway 199BUS
Smith River, CA13450 US Highway 101 NorthBUS

Airports Near Crescent City

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jack Mc Namara Field AirportCECMedium Airport
Andy Mc Beth AirportSmall Airport
B Bar Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Backachers Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Brookings AirportBOKSmall Airport
Collier Bar AirstripSmall Airport
Gold Beach Municipal AirportGOLSmall Airport
Hoopa AirportSmall Airport
Illinois Valley AirportSmall Airport
Ship Ashore AirportSmall Airport
Ward FieldSmall Airport
Wonder AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Crescent City

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
California Highway PatrolSummer Lane
Crescent City Police Department686 G Street
Del Norte County Sheriff's Office650 5th Street

Grocery Stores in Crescent City

22 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Balch Inc dba Crescent City Grocery OutletSuper Store1124 3rd St
Burger King #3530Restaurant Meals Program1250 9th St
Crescent City Downtown Farmers MarketFarmers and Markets240 H St
Crescent City Oriental MarketGrocery Store1981 Northcrest Dr
CVS Pharmacy 10478OtherE Cooper Ave & Hwy 101
Del Norte Harvest BoxFarmers and Markets295 US Highway 101 S
Dollar Tree 1990Other921 Northcrest Dr
DOLLARTREE 9992Other787 L St
Downtown Crescent City Farmers & Artisans MarketFarmers and Markets995 Front St
HASCO Stations LLC 8001Convenience Store1200 Northcrest Dr
HASCO Stations LLC 8002Convenience Store1006 Highway 101
McDonald's #5646Restaurant Meals Program380 M St
Northcrest PatriotConvenience Store1500 Northcrest Dr
Papa Murphy's Of Humboldt LLC CA024Specialty Store387 M St
Pizza Hut 040144Restaurant Meals Program875 Northcrest Dr
RENNER PATRIOT FOODMARTConvenience Store1089 US Highway 101 N
RUMIANO CHEESE COMPANYOther511 9th St
SAFEWAY 954Supermarket475 M St
Subway #12239Restaurant Meals Program850 US Highway 101 N
Subway #35446Restaurant Meals Program900 E Washington Blvd
Walmart 1910Super Store900 E WASHINGTON BLVD
Wild Rivers MarketGrocery Store450 M St

Post Offices in Crescent City

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Crescent City Post Office751 2nd Street

Treatment Centers in Crescent City

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
HASP DUI ProgramSubstance Abuse707-464-7849

Churches & Religious Organizations in Crescent City

16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CALVARY CHAPEL OF THE REDWOODS625 2ND ST
CHURCH IN CRESENT CITY125 BURKE LANE
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY900 BUTTE ST
CORNERSTONE ASSEMBLY OF GOD1281 DOUGLAS ST
CRESCENT CITY ALL TRIBES FOURSQUARE CHURCH2022 PARKWAY DR 14
CRESCENT CITY FOURSQUARE CHURCH144 BUTTE ST
GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH188 E COOPER AVE
INDIAN CHURCH OF DEL NORTE COUNTYPO BOX 1151
JESUS NAME PENTECOSTAL CHURCH263 CALAVERAS ST
LIGHT OF LIFE RADIO6200 S BANK RD
NEW WINE CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES INC105 COUNTESS CT
ONLY WAY318 3RD ST APT C
PELICAN BAY EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH160 BLUEBERRY LN
REDWOODS FAMILY WORSHIP CENTER2900 ENGLISH LN
THE TOLOWA NEEDASH SOCIETY INC180 CHINA CREEK CT
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH664 H ST

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Historic Markers
4
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Bigfoot Sightings
1
Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Haunted Places
1
Locations with documented reports of paranormal activity and sightings
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Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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Frequently Asked Questions About Crescent City

What is the population of Crescent City?

Crescent City has a population of 6,180 residents and is located in California. The population density is 3,153 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years. The population is 35.7% female and 64.3% male.

Is Crescent City expensive to live in?

Crescent City is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 110.7 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $41,131, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $290,500 (3% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,127 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Crescent City safe?

Crescent City is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 342 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,631 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Crescent City receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Crescent City?

Crescent City has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 58.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Crescent City?

Crescent City has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,035. There are 845 business establishments in the area, including 63 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 38 minutes, and 8.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Crescent City?

The median home value in Crescent City is $290,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $354,662. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,127. Fair market rent is $1,647 for a 1-bedroom and $2,053 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 38.0%. The average annual property tax is $4,167.

How are the schools in Crescent City?

Schools in Crescent City have an average test score of 3.9 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 19.8% of adults in Crescent City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.0% have completed high school. 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Crescent City?

The obesity rate in Crescent City is 32.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 15.3% of adults are smokers. 25.9% are physically inactive. 20.9% of residents report depression. 13.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 84.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,653.

What is transportation like in Crescent City?

The average commute in Crescent City is 38 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 46.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Crescent City?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Crescent City is 57.9% White, 10.2% Black or African American, 8.7% Hispanic or Latino. 87.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 12.3% speak Spanish. 3.8% of the population are military veterans. 22.2% of residents have a disability. 89.7% have health insurance coverage.

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