Median Income
$53,516
29% lower than US avg
Home Value
$143,100
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$543
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.4%
65% lower than US avg
How Creston Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population196
Median Age62.8 yrs
Density478/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans9.4%
Economy
A
Median Income$53,516
Per Capita$44,748
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$685M
Commute15 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$143,100
Rent$543
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$366,648
Rent Burden17.7%
Health
Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain12.5 in/yr
Elevation2,438 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute15 min
Broadband67.5%
Libraries6
Is Creston a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Creston receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $53,516, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Creston is $143,100, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $543 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Creston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Creston has a population of 196 with a density of 478 people per square mile. The median age is 62.8 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 3.1% Hispanic.
Population
62.8yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Creston is $53,516, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $53,516 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $44,748 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,045 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,828 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.4% |
| 65% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 451 |
| County GDP | $685M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 19 |
| Healthcare | 14 |
| Retail | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,478 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.43% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 15.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 12.5% |
The median home value in Creston is $143,100, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $543 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $366,648.
Home Values
| Census Median | $143,100 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $366,648 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $543 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 17.7% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,478 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.43% |
In Creston, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Creston vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.5% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.6% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.3% |
| Depression | 25.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.9% |
| Premature Death | 7,269/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 36.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 14 |
Crime Rates: Creston vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Creston has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-4°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 45.6°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 12.5 inches |
| 67% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,438 ft (743 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 478/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.7594°N, 118.5199°W |
| County FIPS | 53043 |