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
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
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 78.7% |
| 0% below US avg |
| Spanish | 21.3% |
| 59% above US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 20.4% |
| 65% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 248 |
| County GDP | $312M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 32 |
| Healthcare | 14 |
| Retail | 39 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,741 |
| 7% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.38% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 44.8 min |
| Work from Home | 13.0% |
The median home value in Crescent is $157,200, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $669 (42% below US avg).
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,741 |
| 7% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.38% |
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
| Obesity | 43.0% |
| 34% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 16.3% |
| Heart Disease | 7.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.1% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 10.0% |
| Stroke | 5.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.4% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 21.9% |
| Physical Distress | 17.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 75.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.8% |
| Premature Death | 13,809/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 14 |
Crime Rates: Crescent vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 68.4°F |
| 27% above US avg |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.0 inches |
| 31% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 24 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 4.6 sq mi (11.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 187/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.5187°N, 81.3702°W |
| County FIPS | 13191 |