Crescent City, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Crescent City is a small town in Florida with a population of 1,856. Residents earn $32,357 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
1,856 Population 897/sq mi density
$32,357 Median Income $20,303 per capita
$187,500 Home Value $203,843 Zillow
$788 Median Rent
71°F Avg Temperature
772 Violent Crime/100K 3,859 property/100K
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$32,357 median income, 8.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$187,500 home value, $788/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
772 violent crimes/100K (103% above avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,357
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $187,500
33% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 772/100K
103% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $788
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.1%
125% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.1%
119% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,856
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density897/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

D
Median Income$32,357
Per Capita$20,303
Unemployment8.1%
Poverty27.1%
County GDP$5,147M
Commute33 min

Housing

B
Home Value$187,500
Rent$788
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$203,843

Crime

F
Violent772/100K
Property3,859/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault514/100K
Burglary1,543/100K

Health

Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Elevation48 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+81.8%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute33 min
Libraries3

Is Crescent City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crescent City receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. 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 $32,357, 57% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 27.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crescent City is $187,500, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 772 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 3,859 per 100,000, 97% above the national average.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Crescent City has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Crescent City has a population of 1,856 with a density of 897 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.5%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 31% Black.

Population

1,856
Total Population
897
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Crescent City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.1%
2% above US avg
Spanish19.9%
49% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Crescent City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crescent City is $32,357, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 27.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Crescent City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,357
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,303
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$83,978

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.1%
125% above US avg
Poverty Rate27.1%
119% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,423
County GDP$5,147M

Business (County)

Restaurants214
Healthcare287
Retail291
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,567
116% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.5 min
Work from Home17.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Crescent City is $187,500, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $788 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $203,843.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,500
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$203,843

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$788
32% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,567
116% above US avg
Effective Rate4.04%
In Crescent City, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 38.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes16.8%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure40.0%
Asthma11.7%
COPD12.0%
Stroke5.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.5%
Physical Inactivity38.3%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress22.9%
Physical Distress19.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.7%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death8,876/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access85.1%
Healthcare Facilities287
Crescent City has a violent crime rate of 772 per 100,000 residents, 103% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,859 per 100,000 (97% 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 Violent771.7/100K
103% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape128.6/100K
Robbery128.6/100K
Assault514.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,858.5/100K
97% above US avg
Burglary1,543.4/100K
Theft2,186.5/100K
Vehicle Theft128.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Crescent City has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average71.3°F
32% above US avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.9 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation48 ft (15 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density897/sq mi
Coordinates29.4345°N, 81.5133°W
County FIPS12035
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.8%
D 35.6%

Winner: Republican by 28.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+81.8%
School Test Score5.60
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density897/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities287
Restaurants214
Retail Stores291

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.5 min
Work from Home17.4%

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