Crescent, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Crescent is a small town in Georgia with a population of 852. Residents earn $47,857 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
852 Population 187/sq mi density
$47,857 Median Income $17,804 per capita
$157,200 Home Value
$669 Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$47,857 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$157,200 home value, $669/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,857
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $157,200
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $669
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.4%
65% higher than US avg

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

People

Population852
Median Age32.3 yrs
Density187/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,857
Per Capita$17,804
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty20.4%
County GDP$312M
Commute45 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,200
Rent$669
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain50.0 in/yr
Elevation24 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+84.2%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute45 min
Libraries2

Is Crescent a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crescent receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Crescent offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crescent is $47,857, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 20.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crescent is $157,200, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $669 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Crescent enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Crescent has a population of 852 with a density of 187 people per square mile. The median age is 32.3 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.2%), with 30.9% Hispanic, 12.8% Black.

Population

852
Total Population
187
People / sq mi
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Crescent vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.7%
0% below US avg
Spanish21.3%
59% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Crescent vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crescent is $47,857, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Crescent vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,857
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,804
Avg Weekly Wage$826
IRS Avg AGI$60,602

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.4%
65% above US avg
Establishments (County)248
County GDP$312M

Business (County)

Restaurants32
Healthcare14
Retail39
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,741
7% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.8 min
Work from Home13.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Crescent is $157,200, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $669 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,200
44% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$669
42% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,741
7% above US avg
Effective Rate2.38%
In Crescent, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 36.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes16.3%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure43.1%
Asthma11.9%
COPD10.0%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity36.4%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress17.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.7%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death13,809/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access60.4%
Healthcare Facilities14

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Crescent has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average68.4°F
27% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.0 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation24 ft (7 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (11.8 km²)
Population Density187/sq mi
Coordinates31.5187°N, 81.3702°W
County FIPS13191
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.1%
D 35.5%

Winner: Republican by 28.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+84.2%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density187/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants32
Retail Stores39

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.8 min
Work from Home13.0%

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