Creston, OH
Full City Profile · Ohio · Wayne County County
Creston, OH
At a Glance
How Creston Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Creston's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Creston a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Creston residents earn a median household income of $62,950 , which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,780. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4% (22% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,024 business establishments, including 192 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Creston is $155,300 , 45% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $263,477. Median rent is $858/month, with 30.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
Creston reports 102 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 73% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 102/100K.
Education
16.8% of adults in Creston hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 89.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Creston has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.9 inches.