Median Income
$49,722
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Creston Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population149
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density710/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Economy
A
Median Income$49,722
Per Capita$33,215
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,864M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$382,103
Health
Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.3%
Heart Disease4.6%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain28.2 in/yr
Elevation1,625 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+94.0%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute20 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries2
Is Creston a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Creston receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Creston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Creston is $49,722, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Creston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Creston has a population of 149 with a density of 710 people per square mile. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%).
Population
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.1% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.9% |
| 71% below US avg |
The median household income in Creston is $49,722, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,722 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,215 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,064 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,046 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,157 |
| County GDP | $3,864M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 79 |
| Healthcare | 99 |
| Retail | 150 |
| Manufacturing | 65 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,302 |
| 51% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.7 min |
| Work from Home | 2.7% |
Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $382,103.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $825 |
| 29% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,302 |
| 51% above US avg |
In Creston, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.3% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Creston vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.6% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.3% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.6% |
| Asthma | 8.8% |
| COPD | 4.8% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.5% |
| Depression | 17.3% |
| Mental Distress | 14.3% |
| Physical Distress | 10.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.4% |
| Premature Death | 5,668/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 99 |
Crime Rates: Creston vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Creston has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 48.5°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 28.2 inches |
| 26% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,625 ft (495 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 710/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.7080°N, 97.3627°W |
| County FIPS | 31141 |