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Cresson, TX

Texas · Hood County

Cresson is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,556. Residents earn $85,625 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,556 Population 135/sq mi density
$85,625 Median Income $32,292 per capita
$291,200 Home Value $494,764 Zillow
$1,534 Median Rent 26.2% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
97 Violent Crime/100K 1,453 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$85,625 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$291,200 home value, $1,534/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
97 violent crimes/100K (75% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $85,625
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $291,200
3% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 97/100K
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,534
32% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.2%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,556
Median Age33.3 yrs
Density135/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,625
Per Capita$32,292
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$3,550M
Commute46 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$291,200
Rent$1,534
Ownership71.7%
Zillow$494,764
Housing Units573
Rent Burden26.2%

Crime

F
Violent97/100K
Property1,453/100K

Health

Obesity33.2%
Uninsured11.6%
Smoking11.6%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation1,054 ft (321 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+88.2%
Graduate+6.1%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 17%
Commute46 min
Broadband97.1%
EV Stations6
Libraries1

Is Cresson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cresson receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Cresson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cresson is $85,625, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cresson is $291,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,534 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Cresson is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 97 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,453 per 100,000, 26% below the national average.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Cresson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Cresson has a population of 1,556 with a density of 135 people per square mile, spread across 11.6 square miles. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. The city is predominantly White (69.6%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 5.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.8% of residents, while 7.2% speak Spanish. 9.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 11.7% of residents have a disability. 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,556
Total Population
135
People / sq mi
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
11.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Cresson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.8%
18% above US avg
Spanish 7.2%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cresson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cresson is $85,625, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,292 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $991, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,700 business establishments, including 139 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 7.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cresson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,625
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,292
Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$92,042
Gini Index0.456 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,700
County GDP$3,550M

Business (County)

Restaurants139
Healthcare160
Retail185
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,779
122% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.5 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Cresson is $291,200, 3% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $494,764, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,534 (32% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 71.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 573 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2000. The average annual property tax is $7,779 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$291,200
3% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$494,764

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,534
32% above US avg
Rent Burden26.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.7%
Owner-Occupied71.7%
Renter-Occupied28.3%
Housing Units573
Median Year Built2000

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,779
122% above US avg
Effective Rate2.67%
In Cresson, 33.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.8% of residents, below the national average. 29.9% have high blood pressure. 11.6% are current smokers. 20.2% report binge drinking. 20.9% are physically inactive, below the national average. 23.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.1% experience frequent mental distress. 11.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,676. The dentist ratio is 1:1,844. 75.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.2%
3% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.6%
17% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%
Uninsured11.6%
35% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,676
Dentists1:1,844
Mental Health1:797
Checkup Rate73.7%
Dental Visits61.5%
Premature Death9,472/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access75.4%
Healthcare Facilities160
Cresson has a violent crime rate of 97 per 100,000 residents, 75% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,453 per 100,000, 26% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 8 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 182 federally declared disasters. Overall, Cresson receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent96.9/100K
75% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,453.5/100K
26% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents6
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Cresson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 330 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 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 1,054 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average64.8°F
20% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,054 ft (321 m)
Area11.6 sq mi (29.9 km²)
Population Density135/sq mi
Coordinates32.5299°N, 97.6153°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyHood County County
Nearest AirportFort Worth Meacham International (FTW)
25 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.2"
7% below US avg
Wettest Month (May) 4.69"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.65"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0477 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score70.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability38.7 / 100
Community Resilience58.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

90 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.1 on May 1, 2024.

May 7, 2015 5 km N of Venus, Texas M4.0 49 km
Nov 28, 2013 6 km SSW of Perrin, Texas M3.7 66 km
Dec 9, 2013 8 km S of Perrin, Texas M3.7 63 km
Dec 8, 2013 0 km NNE of Sanctuary, Texas M3.6 43 km
Jan 7, 2015 6 km NE of Irving, Texas M3.6 76 km
Nov 20, 2013 1 km NNW of Azle, Texas M3.6 43 km
Jun 24, 2012 3 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas M3.5 31 km
Jan 6, 2015 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas M3.5 75 km
Nov 25, 2013 3 km WNW of Sanctuary, Texas M3.4 43 km
May 19, 2018 8 km NW of Venus, Texas M3.4 42 km
Sep 30, 2012 4 km NW of Irving, Texas M3.4 69 km
Jun 15, 2012 5 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas M3.3 33 km
May 18, 2015 5 km N of Irving, Texas M3.3 72 km
Apr 2, 2015 5 km NNE of Irving, Texas M3.3 73 km
May 16, 2009 5 km NNW of Grand Prairie, Texas M3.3 63 km
Jan 18, 2012 9 km SSE of Godley, Texas M3.3 21 km
May 1, 2024 7 km S of Mansfield, Texas M3.2 44 km
May 3, 2015 4 km N of Irving, Texas M3.2 72 km
Jan 13, 2014 2 km ESE of Reno, Texas M3.1 46 km
May 1, 2024 7 km SSW of Mansfield, Texas M3.1 41 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Ike (2008, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2008 Ike Category 2 277 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

781 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 33 fatalities, 843 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 15, 2013 EF4 19 km 6
Apr 25, 1994 EF4 82 km 3
Apr 25, 1990 EF4 34 km 0
May 26, 1976 EF4 43 km 0
Mar 31, 1959 EF4 84 km 6
Mar 21, 2022 EF3 88 km 0
Oct 20, 2019 EF3 76 km 0
Dec 26, 2015 EF3 67 km 0
May 15, 2013 EF3 33 km 0
Apr 16, 2002 EF3 35 km 0
May 12, 2000 EF3 74 km 2
Mar 28, 2000 EF3 35 km 2
Mar 28, 2000 EF3 51 km 0
Dec 13, 1984 EF3 95 km 0
May 12, 1982 EF3 58 km 0
May 9, 1981 EF3 84 km 0
May 11, 1978 EF3 75 km 0
May 26, 1976 EF3 83 km 0
May 26, 1976 EF3 21 km 0
May 25, 1976 EF3 75 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: PK COMPLEX (128,548 ac, 2011).

Year Name Acres Distance
2011 PK COMPLEX 128,548 87 km
2009 APRIL 9TH COMPLEX 1 22,099 94 km
1996 POOLVILLE FIRE 12,128 57 km
2022 DEMPSEY 11,576 70 km
2022 BIG L 9,653 41 km
2006 HUCKABAY 9,100 73 km
2011 ENMIN FIRE 6,618 90 km
2022 CHALK MOUNTAIN 6,461 42 km
2011 101 RANCH 5,861 84 km
2006 CADDO II COMPLEX 5,270 93 km
2006 BURWICK 4,671 99 km
2022 LAZY 4,355 89 km
2018 SURPRISE 4,182 74 km
2011 BIG TRICKLE RANCH FIRE 3,623 45 km
2008 UNNAMED 2,944 17 km
2007 UNNAMED 2,931 96 km
2005 730 COMPLEX 2,438 64 km
1993 UNNAMED 2,431 30 km
2018 FARMERS ROAD 2,383 23 km
2022 UNNAMED 2,362 94 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
February 49°F (9°C) 2.1 in
March 56°F (14°C) 2.6 in
April 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in
May 72°F (22°C) 4.7 in Wettest
June 79°F (26°C) 3.5 in
July 85°F (30°C) 2.0 in Warmest
August 83°F (29°C) 2.2 in
September 76°F (25°C) 3.2 in
October 66°F (19°C) 3.4 in
November 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in
December 47°F (8°C) 1.8 in

Cresson has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 44°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.7") and January the driest (1.7").

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Cresson is located in Hood County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 82.6% of the vote, a 66-point margin. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 6 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 160 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 83.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.6%
D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 66 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents6
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+88.2%
Graduate Degree+6.1%
School Test Score5.51
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density135/sq mi
Total Area11.6 sq mi
CountyHood County County

Services

Broadband Access97.1%
Avg Download Speed100.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed20.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations10
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities160
Restaurants139
Retail Stores185

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.5 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%
Average costs for common services in Cresson. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $243 ($146–$388)
Specialist Visit $340 ($194–$534)
Urgent Care Visit $194 ($97–$340)
Emergency Room Visit $2,136 ($777–$4,855)
Dental Cleaning $126 ($73–$194)
Dental Filling $243 ($146–$388)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $291 ($146–$486)
Tire Rotation $39 ($19–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $583 ($388–$971)
Battery Replacement $194 ($97–$340)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $97 ($58–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($49–$136)
HVAC Repair $388 ($146–$777)
HVAC System Install $6,797 ($3,884–$11,652)
Roof Repair $971 ($388–$1,942)
Roof Replacement $8,739 ($5,341–$14,565)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,457 ($486–$3,399)
Divorce (Contested) $14,565 ($4,855–$29,130)
DUI Defense $4,855 ($1,942–$9,710)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,457 ($777–$2,913)
Will Preparation $486 ($194–$971)
Trust Preparation $2,428 ($971–$4,855)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$97)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$243)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$126)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.98 ($2.91–$5.34)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.40 ($2.43–$4.86)
Loaf of Bread $3.69 ($2.43–$5.34)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.37 ($2.91–$6.31)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.34 ($3.88–$7.28)
Rice (per lb) $0.97 ($0.58–$1.75)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $136 ($78–$243)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$97)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$97)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $194 ($73–$486)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,942 ($1,165–$3,399)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$126)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.77–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $97 ($29–$243)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,165 ($583–$2,428)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $971 ($486–$1,942)
After-School Care (Monthly) $388 ($194–$680)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$97)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $971 ($388–$2,428)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,138 ($4,855–$29,130)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$97)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $97 ($49–$194)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$97)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($19–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $291 ($146–$486)
Cat Spay/Neuter $194 ($97–$388)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$827
Toddler$762
Preschool$736
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$723
Toddler$684
Preschool$675
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Hood County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 3,025 197 $37,400 1.63
Health Care & Social Assistance 2,496 152 $55,503 0.94
Accommodation & Food Services 2,285 134 $22,764 1.36
Construction 1,520 217 $70,707 1.56
Manufacturing 1,147 76 $62,996 0.75
Administrative & Waste Services 843 101 $50,512 0.77
Professional & Technical Services 736 184 $79,200 0.57
Other Services 734 121 $39,342 1.31
Mining & Oil/Gas 635 26 $84,667 9.05
Finance & Insurance 505 107 $72,272 0.67
Arts & Entertainment 484 31 $30,852 1.55
Wholesale Trade 399 76 $79,893 0.55
Real Estate 344 76 $48,127 1.19
Transportation & Warehousing 264 42 $64,964 0.34
Educational Services 148 19 $31,319 0.39
Utilities 142 9 $114,768 2.01
Agriculture & Forestry 128 38 $37,497 0.85
Information & Technology 88 16 $62,470 0.25
Unclassified 41 14 $47,572 1.59
Management of Companies 35 8 $100,500 0.11

Radio Stations near Cresson

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Sam Meyers Classic Country classic country MP3 128 kbps
Radio Dismuke 1920s, 1930s MP3 24 kbps
SLS Digital Music ambient pop, lofi AAC 64 kbps
Kickynit Satellite Radio big band, blues MP3 128 kbps
Pure Country 89.3 AAC+ 64 kbps
KTCU college, university AAC 64 kbps
88.5 Chuck FM adult hits AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Cresson

8 campgrounds found near Cresson.

NameRatingSitesPrice
PLOWMAN CREEK 4.4/5 44 $16–$28
Holiday (Texas) 4.2/5 105 $14–$40
KIMBALL BEND PARK 4.1/5 36 $30
BEAR CREEK 3.5/5 47 $26–$125
LONGHORN 2.9/5 1 $60–$125
MUSTANG 1 $125
NORTH HOLIDAY PARK 1 $125
ROCKY CREEK PARK (BENBROOK LAKE) 11 $14

National Parks Near Cresson

12 national parks and monuments found near Cresson.

ParkTypeFee
Big Spring State Park State Park Free
Cedar Hill State Park State Park Free
Cleburne State Park State Park Free
Dinosaur Valley State Park State Park Free
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site State Park Free
Lake Mineral Wells State Park State Park Free
Meridian State Park State Park Free
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park State Park Free
Possum Kingdom State Park State Park Free
Ray Roberts Lake State Park State Park Free
Ray Roberts Lake State Park State Park Free
Waco Mammoth National Monument National Monument Free

Museums in Cresson

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
AMON CARTER MUSEUM OF WESTERN ARTART MUSEUM8177381933$12,041,777
FORT WORTH MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND HISTORYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM1600 GENDY STREET8172559300$10,021,645
NATIONAL COWGIRL MUSEUM AND HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM8173364475$3,354,190
FORT WORTH BOTANICAL SOCIETYARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER$1,121,120
DOSS HERITAGE & CULTURE CENTERHISTORY MUSEUM1400 TEXAS DR8175996168$584,753
TEXAS AND SOUTHWESTERN CATTLE RAISERS FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM8173328551$554,671
TEXAS LAKES TRAILHISTORIC PRESERVATION$89,463
WHITE SETTLEMENT HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM8172469719$26,245
B-36 PEACEMAKER MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$16,192
NORTH TEXAS VINTAGE SPORTSCAR ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM$4,500
FORT WORTH POLICE & FIRE MEMORIALHISTORIC PRESERVATION$999
BENBROOK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
EAST PARKER COUNTY GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
FORT WORTH AIR AND SPACE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8177635914
FORT WORTH BOTANIC GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER8178717686
FORT WORTH MUSEUM OF SCIENCE & HISTORYCHILDREN'S MUSEUM1600 GENDY STREET8172559300
GRANBURY DOLL HOUSEART MUSEUM8178945194
GREAT RACE AUTO HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM
HATDOC MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
HOOD COUNTY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM208 N CROCKETT ST8175735135
IMAGINATION STATION CHILDRENS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
JOHNSON COUNTY HISTORICAL COMMISSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATIONJOHNSON COUNTY COURTHOUSE #1 MAIN STREET8175566970
LAKE GRANBURY ART ASSOCIATIONART MUSEUM224 N TRAVIS ST8175797656
LAYLAND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8176450940
LIVING WORD NATIONAL BIBLE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8172444504
MARY ANN MANLOVE FISK FUNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MIDGE RANDOLPH NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
MILLSAP HERITAGE SOCIETYGENERAL MUSEUM
MUSEUM OF AVIATION GROUPGENERAL MUSEUM
MUSEUM OF GLASS MADE IN AMERICAGENERAL MUSEUM
NOBLE PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM1600 GENDY STREET
ORGANIZATION FOR TEXAS MILITARY EDUCATIONGENERAL MUSEUM8179452680
PATE MUSEUM OF TRANSPORTATIONGENERAL MUSEUM8173964305
PHOTOGRAPHIC PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORY MUSEUM
SAVE OLD CLEBURNEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOUTH WEST AEROSPACE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8177354143
TARRANT COUNTY ARCHEOLOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3500 CAMP BOWIE BLVD
TEXAS CIVIL WAR MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8172462323
U.S. VETERANS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8175783288
U.S. VETERANS MUSEUM GRANBURY TEXASGENERAL MUSEUM601 THROPE SPRINGS ROAD8175783288
WESTWORTH GARDEN AND HISTORICAL SOCIETYARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER

Libraries in Cresson

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CLEBURNE PUBLIC LIBRARY302 W HENDERSON ST0.0153,995
WEATHERFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY1014 CHARLES ST0.0135,796
HOOD COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY222 N TRAVIS ST0.0120,139
BENBROOK PUBLIC LIBRARY1065 MERCEDES ST0.073,741
WHITE SETTLEMENT PUBLIC LIBRARY8215 WHITE SETTLEMENT RD0.062,069
CROWLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY409 S OAK ST0.029,900
JOSHUA SCHOOL & PUBLIC LIBRARY907 S BROADWAY ST0.027,963
EAST PARKER COUNTY LIBRARY201 N FM 11870.018,557
RIVER OAKS PUBLIC LIBRARY4900 RIVER OAKS BLVD0.012,563
WESTWORTH VILLAGE PUBLIC LIBRARY101 SEYMOUR AVE0.03,219

Farmers Markets in Cresson

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Aledo Farmers Market128 Elm Street04/18/2016 to Mon: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;YesVisit
Cleburne Farmers Market141 S Ridgeway Drive04/07/2018 to 10/27/2018Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Cowtown Farmers Market3821 SOUTHWEST BLVD01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Downtown Farmers Market II4800 S. Hulen Street
Downtown Farmers Market III8101 Camp Bowie

Restaurants in Cresson

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BBQ on the Brazos

Gas Stations in Cresson

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Exxon
Gulf
Sunoco

Breweries in Cresson

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Firehouse Grill & BreweryBreweries & Wineries, Restaurants, American, Brewery2041 Highway 287n[6825186855]Visit
Granbury Wine WalkBreweries & Wineries201 E Pearl St8175799181
Sandidge & Lopez IncBrewers, Wineries3763 W 6th St[8177358168]

Cell Towers in Cresson

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
12053 COUNTY ROAD 1119 (55458)LTOWER60
12053 COUNTY ROAD 1119 (55458)LTOWER60
12053 COUNTY ROAD 1119 (55458)LTOWER60
12053 COUNTY ROAD 1119 (55458)LTOWER60
7047 FARM MARKET 56 NORTH (55469)LTOWER59
7047 FARM MARKET 56 NORTH (55469)LTOWER59
7047 FARM MARKET 56 NORTH (55469)LTOWER59
7047 FARM MARKET 56 NORTH (55469)LTOWER59
8721A GLEN ROSE HIGHWAY (8491)MTOWER59
8721A GLEN ROSE HIGHWAY (8491)MTOWER59
8721A GLEN ROSE HIGHWAY (8491)MTOWER59
8721A GLEN ROSE HIGHWAY (8491)MTOWER59

Fire Stations in Cresson

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Cresson Fire Department105 S Crook STVolunteer817-396-4448

Bridges in Cresson

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19283623,728F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete197912012,688G
Tee BeamConcrete192812911,953F
Tee BeamConcrete19288611,953F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198213011,775G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198214511,775G
Tee BeamConcrete1940908,487F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201180494G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1991131125F
CulvertConcrete19383150F

Amtrak Stations in Cresson

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Cleburne, TX206 North Border StreetTRAIN

Airports Near Cresson

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dallas Fort Worth International AirportDFWLarge Airport
Fort Worth Meacham International AirportFTWMedium Airport
Mid-Way Regional AirportMedium Airport
Mineral Wells Regional AirportMWLMedium Airport
NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell FieldFWHMedium Airport
Perot Field/Fort Worth Alliance AirportAFWMedium Airport
Addington FieldSmall Airport
Aero Valley AirportSmall Airport
Allison Farm AirportSmall Airport
Alpine Range AirportSmall Airport
Aresti AerodromeSmall Airport
Arlington Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Arnett Landing AirportSmall Airport
Balentine Woodbine AirportSmall Airport
Barnstormer AirportSmall Airport
Bee Creek AirportSmall Airport
Benjamin Franklin AirportSmall Airport
Birdnest AirportSmall Airport
Birk AirportSmall Airport
Bishop AirportSmall Airport
Blackwood AirparkSmall Airport
Blo AirportSmall Airport
Block Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Blue Jay AirfieldSmall Airport
Bourland FieldSmall Airport
Boyd AirportSmall Airport
Bridgeport Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Bryant's Landing AirportSmall Airport
Buffalo Chips AirparkSmall Airport
Buffalo Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Carter-Norman AirportSmall Airport
Chicken StripSmall Airport
Chigger FieldSmall Airport
Chimera AerodromeSmall Airport
Circle A Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Circle Eight Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Circle P Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Circle W Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Clark AirportSmall Airport
Cleburne Regional AirportSmall Airport
Clifton Municipal Isenhower FieldSmall Airport
Cow Pasture AirportSmall Airport
Coyote Crossing AirportSmall Airport
Cross Wind Acres AirportSmall Airport
Cross Wind AirportSmall Airport
Dallas Executive AirportRBDSmall Airport
Dauenhauer FieldSmall Airport
Decatur Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Denton Enterprise AirportSmall Airport
Deussen FieldSmall Airport

Police Stations in Cresson

11 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
3525 Marquita Drive
Benbrook Police Department1080 Mercedes Street
Cleburne Police Department302 West Henderson Street
Fort Worth PD
Granbury police department
Granbury Police Department2050 Northeast Loop 567
Hudson Oaks Police Department
Johnson County Sheriff's Office1102 East Kilpatrick Avenue
Johnson County Sheriffs Department1800 Ridgmar Drive
Joshua Police Department102 South Main Street
Parker County Sheriffs Department129 Hogle Street
River Oaks Police Department4900 River Oaks Boulevard

Grocery Stores in Cresson

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Checkered Flag #29Convenience Store9505 Hwy 377 East
Dollar General 21165Other9205 E US Highway 377
Tiger Mart #56Convenience Store9521 E US Highway 377

Post Offices in Cresson

0 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress

Treatment Centers in Cresson

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
ASIC Recovery ServicesSubstance Abuse817-616-0504
Grace Counseling Center - Fort WorthBoth800-972-0643
Helping Open Peoples Eyes Inc - (HOPE)/OutpatientSubstance Abuse817-558-8807
Lena Pope Home IncBoth817-255-2652
Mesa SpringsBoth817-292-4600
North Texas Addiction Counseling and - Education IncSubstance Abuse817-757-7555
Pecan Valley Centers for - Behav and Developmental HealthcareBoth817-558-1121
Pecan Valley Centers for - Behav and Developmental HealthcareBoth817-573-2662
Pecan Valley Centers for - Behav and Developmental HealthcareBoth817-599-7634
Symetria Recovery - Fort WorthSubstance Abuse866-440-7429

DOL Wage Violations in Cresson

3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $26,033 in back wages owed to 35 employees.

3
Violations
$26,033
Back Wages Owed
35
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Tiger Mart 76035 1 $17,380 $2,897 6
Cresson Hosptaility, LLC 76035 1 $5,477 $1,826 3
Best Western Cresson Inn 76035 1 $3,175 $122 26

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Mines
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Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cresson

What is the population of Cresson?

Cresson has a population of 1,556 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 135 people per square mile, spread across 11.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.2% male.

Is Cresson expensive to live in?

Cresson has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $85,625, 14% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $291,200 (3% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,534 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cresson safe?

Cresson is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 97 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,453 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Cresson receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cresson?

Cresson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Cresson?

Cresson has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $991. There are 1,700 business establishments in the area, including 139 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 46 minutes, and 7.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cresson?

The median home value in Cresson is $291,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $494,764. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,534. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 71.7%. The average annual property tax is $7,779.

How are the schools in Cresson?

Schools in Cresson score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 22.0% of adults in Cresson hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Cresson?

The obesity rate in Cresson is 33.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 11.6% of adults are smokers. 20.9% are physically inactive. 23.6% of residents report depression. 11.6% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 75.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,676.

What is transportation like in Cresson?

The average commute in Cresson is 46 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cresson?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cresson is 69.6% White, 5.5% Black or African American, 2.2% Hispanic or Latino. 92.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 7.2% speak Spanish. 9.0% of the population are military veterans. 11.7% of residents have a disability. 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

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