Median Income
$100,052
33% higher than US avg
Home Value
$715,100
154% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.9%
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
25.8%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment
5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.4%
73% lower than US avg
How Crest Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,034
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density465/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Economy
A+
Median Income$100,052
Per Capita$40,546
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$331,868M
Commute28 min
Housing
C+
Home Value$715,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity25.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp65°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain11.6 in/yr
Elevation1,525 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.9%
High School+91.5%
School Score4.69
Community
2024 VoteR 40% / D 57%
Commute28 min
Libraries88
Is Crest a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Crest receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Crest offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Crest is $100,052, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Crest among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Crest is $715,100, making it a premium housing market at 154% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Education
28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Crest enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
Crest has a population of 3,034 with a density of 465 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.6%), with 3.7% Hispanic, 3.9% Black.
Population
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 80.2% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Spanish | 19.8% |
| 48% above US avg |
The median household income in Crest is $100,052, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $100,052 |
| 33% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $40,546 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,593 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $104,353 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.4% |
| 50% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.4% |
| 73% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 133,031 |
| County GDP | $331,868M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 8,243 |
| Healthcare | 11,184 |
| Retail | 9,270 |
| Manufacturing | 2,955 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,205 |
| 163% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.29% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.6 min |
| Work from Home | 9.7% |
The median home value in Crest is $715,100, 154% above the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $715,100 |
| 154% above US avg |
| Median List Price | $729,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $729,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $390 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 92.4% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 5 |
Rental Costs
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,205 |
| 163% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.29% |
In Crest, 25.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 18.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Crest vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 25.8% |
| 20% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.9% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.9% |
| Depression | 24.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.7% |
| Premature Death | 5,727/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11,184 |
Crime Rates: Crest vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 272 |
| FEMA Disasters | 455 |
Safety Score
Crest has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
Temperature
56°F Jan (13°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 65.2°F |
| 21% above US avg |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 11.6 inches |
| 69% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,525 ft (465 m) |
| Area | 6.5 sq mi (16.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 465/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.8000°N, 116.8671°W |
| County FIPS | 06073 |