Crescent City, CA

California

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
53°F Avg Temperature
889 Violent Crime/100K 2,694 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
889 violent crimes/100K (134% above avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,131
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $290,500
3% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 889/100K
134% higher 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%

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
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$354,662

Crime

F
Violent889/100K
Property2,694/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault649/100K
Burglary959/100K

Health

Obesity32.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain58.0 in/yr
Elevation33 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+74.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute38 min
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. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, 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

With 889 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,694 per 100,000, 37% 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. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

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. 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. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.9%), with 8.7% Hispanic, 10.2% Black.

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 Only87.7%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.3%
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. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

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

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
Effective Tax Rate1.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.2 min
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Crescent City is $290,500, 3% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,127 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $354,662.

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

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

Owner-Occupied38.0%

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 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.7%
Checkup Rate68.2%
Premature Death11,533/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access84.9%
Healthcare Facilities67
Crescent City has a violent crime rate of 889 per 100,000 residents, 134% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,694 per 100,000 (37% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent888.6/100K
134% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape70.5/100K
Robbery169.3/100K
Assault648.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,693.9/100K
37% above US avg
Burglary959.1/100K
Theft1,565.6/100K
Vehicle Theft169.3/100K
Arson42.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Crescent City has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.0 inches
53% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density3,153/sq mi
Coordinates41.7645°N, 124.2008°W
County FIPS06015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.8%
D 40.4%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+74.0%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

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

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations10
Alt Fuel Stations11
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants63
Retail Stores59

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.2 min
Work from Home8.9%

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