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Creston, WA

Washington · Lincoln County

Creston is a small town in Washington with a population of 196. Residents earn $53,516 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
196 Population 478/sq mi density
$53,516 Median Income $44,748 per capita
$143,100 Home Value $366,648 Zillow
$543 Median Rent 17.7% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,516 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$143,100 home value, $543/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $53,516
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $143,100
49% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% 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
Ownership74.8%
Zillow$366,648
Housing Units143
Rent Burden17.7%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property829/100K

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking12.7%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain12.5 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation2,438 ft (743 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+93.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute15 min
Broadband67.5%
EV Stations3
Libraries6

Is Creston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Creston receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. 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.

Safety & Crime

Creston is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 829 per 100,000, 58% below the national average.

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 5.7/10.

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. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. 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, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 62.8 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 40.8% female and 59.2% male. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 3.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 9.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 25.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

196
Total Population
478
People / sq mi
62.8yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.2%
Female 40.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Creston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Creston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Creston is $53,516, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,748 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,045, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 451 business establishments, including 19 restaurants. The cost of living index is 107, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 12.5% of workers work from home.

Income: Creston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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
Gini Index0.437 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)451
County GDP$685M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare14
Retail40
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,478
1% below US avg
Cost of Living107.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.4 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Creston is $143,100, 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $366,648, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $543 (53% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,180 for a one-bedroom to $1,472 for a two-bedroom apartment. 74.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 143 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $3,478. 17.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

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 Burden17.7%

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

Homeownership74.8%
Owner-Occupied74.8%
Renter-Occupied25.2%
Housing Units143
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,478
1% below US avg
Effective Rate2.43%
In Creston, 38.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 28.6% have high blood pressure. 12.7% are current smokers. 19.9% report binge drinking. 19.3% are physically inactive, below the national average. 25.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.9% experience frequent mental distress. 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,744. The dentist ratio is 1:2,320. 36.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.2 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma11.8%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.7%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep32.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.3%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,744
Dentists1:2,320
Mental Health1:652
Checkup Rate69.9%
Dental Visits65.7%
Premature Death7,269/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access36.7%
Healthcare Facilities14
Creston has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 829 per 100,000, 58% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 1 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 182 federally declared disasters. Overall, Creston receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property829.4/100K
58% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Creston experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 273 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 12.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28 / among the cleanest air in the country. The city sits at an elevation of 2,438 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,438 ft (743 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density478/sq mi
Coordinates47.7594°N, 118.5199°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountyLincoln County County
Nearest AirportSpokane International (GEG)
47 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.5"
67% below US avg
Wettest Month (Dec) 1.81"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.59"

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score54.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability78.2 / 100
Community Resilience59.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

161 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Jun 6, 2025.

Jun 24, 1997 16 km WNW of Malott, Washington M4.6 122 km
Sep 1, 2015 15 km N of Nespelem Community, Washington M4.2 71 km
Nov 11, 2001 3 km NE of Spokane, Washington M4.0 84 km
Apr 15, 1991 4 km SE of Pateros, Washington M3.9 105 km
Jun 25, 2001 Washington M3.9 84 km
Jul 4, 1997 8 km NNE of Waterville, Washington M3.7 114 km
Jun 24, 1997 16 km NW of Malott, Washington M3.6 122 km
Dec 24, 2000 8 km NNW of Entiat, Washington M3.5 131 km
Jun 17, 2004 11 km SSE of Washtucna, Washington M3.4 123 km
Jun 25, 2001 2 km SSE of Town and Country, Washington M3.4 83 km
Jan 24, 1992 4 km WNW of Waterville, Washington M3.4 121 km
Jun 6, 2002 7 km NW of Entiat, Washington M3.4 132 km
Jan 13, 1994 11 km SW of Lind, Washington M3.4 98 km
Sep 13, 2012 10 km ESE of Rock Island, Washington M3.4 122 km
Jul 24, 2017 Washington M3.3 112 km
Sep 3, 1997 4 km WNW of Entiat, Washington M3.3 131 km
Sep 22, 2003 12 km NW of Rathdrum, Idaho M3.3 113 km
Mar 28, 1991 8 km W of Entiat, Washington M3.3 136 km
Jun 19, 1990 11 km W of Othello, Washington M3.3 119 km
Nov 12, 2001 3 km NNE of Spokane, Washington M3.3 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

43 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 1 injury.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 5, 1972 EF3 1 km 0
Apr 5, 1972 EF2 44 km 0
Apr 5, 1972 EF2 99 km 0
Jun 15, 1954 EF2 93 km 0
May 6, 2009 EF1 28 km 0
Jul 21, 1997 EF1 100 km 0
Jul 21, 1997 EF1 100 km 0
Jul 21, 1997 EF1 57 km 0
Jul 21, 1997 EF1 57 km 0
May 31, 1997 EF1 75 km 0
May 31, 1997 EF1 20 km 0
Aug 10, 1985 EF1 95 km 0
Apr 12, 1984 EF1 97 km 0
Oct 17, 1983 EF1 79 km 0
Jun 22, 1981 EF1 83 km 0
Aug 14, 1980 EF1 92 km 0
Aug 15, 1978 EF1 31 km 0
Jun 29, 1970 EF1 61 km 0
Apr 18, 2024 EF0 73 km 0
Mar 26, 2024 EF0 24 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

9 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 19.8 m (65 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1952 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 19.8 m 94 km
1949 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 19.8 m 14 km
2024 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 14.3 m 95 km
1944 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 9.1 m 94 km
2009 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 9.0 m 37 km
1953 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 4.8 m 94 km
2009 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 3.6 m 31 km
1953 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 94 km
1952 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 94 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Glacier Peak (197 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Glacier Peak Stratovolcano 3,213 m (10,541 ft) 1700 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: NORTH STAR (218,547 ac, 2015).

Year Name Acres Distance
2015 NORTH STAR 218,547 79 km
2020 PEARL HILL 217,720 85 km
2020 COLD SPRINGS 187,561 90 km
2020 WHITNEY 127,930 17 km
2012 BARKER CANYON COMPLEX 85,906 59 km
2018 GRASS VALLEY 76,074 52 km
2015 CARPENTER RD. 62,488 46 km
2021 WHITMORE 59,925 74 km
2021 SUMMIT TRAIL 54,855 68 km
2019 WILLIAMS FLATS 44,680 24 km
2021 CHUWEAH CREEK FIRE 37,393 51 km
2001 VIRGINIA L 35,780 98 km
2001 ST MARYS 34,914 87 km
2014 DEVILS ELBOW COMPLEX 25,988 58 km
2012 APACHE PASS 25,101 23 km
2008 COLUMBIA RIVER ROAD 22,628 70 km
1988 WHITE MOUNTAIN 21,855 89 km
2012 ST MARYS MISSION ROAD 21,454 90 km
1996 LINCOLN 19,376 25 km
2008 SWANSON LAKE 18,941 10 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-4°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 31°F (-1°C) 1.3 in
March 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in
April 46°F (8°C) 0.9 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.3 in
June 61°F (16°C) 1.0 in
July 68°F (20°C) 0.8 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in Driest
September 59°F (15°C) 0.6 in
October 47°F (8°C) 0.9 in
November 34°F (1°C) 1.7 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 1.8 in Wettest

Creston has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 26°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (1.8") and August the driest (0.6").

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Creston is located in Lincoln County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 13.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 59% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 74.2% of the vote, a 50.6-point margin. 67.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 14 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 75% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.2%
D 23.6%

Winner: Republican by 50.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.8%
59% below US avg
High School+93.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density478/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi
CountyLincoln County County

Services

Broadband Access67.5%
Avg Download Speed18.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed100 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants19
Retail Stores40

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.4 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.5%
Average costs for common services in Creston. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $268 ($161–$428)
Specialist Visit $375 ($214–$589)
Urgent Care Visit $214 ($107–$375)
Emergency Room Visit $2,354 ($856–$5,350)
Dental Cleaning $139 ($80–$214)
Dental Filling $268 ($161–$428)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $48 ($27–$80)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $80 ($54–$128)
Brake Pad Replacement $321 ($161–$535)
Tire Rotation $43 ($21–$80)
New Tires (Set of 4) $642 ($428–$1,070)
Battery Replacement $214 ($107–$375)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $107 ($64–$161)
Electrician (Per Hour) $96 ($54–$150)
HVAC Repair $428 ($161–$856)
HVAC System Install $7,490 ($4,280–$12,840)
Roof Repair $1,070 ($428–$2,140)
Roof Replacement $9,630 ($5,885–$16,050)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,605 ($535–$3,745)
Divorce (Contested) $16,050 ($5,350–$32,100)
DUI Defense $5,350 ($2,140–$10,700)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,605 ($856–$3,210)
Will Preparation $535 ($214–$1,070)
Trust Preparation $2,675 ($1,070–$5,350)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $27 ($16–$48)
Women's Haircut $59 ($32–$107)
Hair Coloring (Full) $161 ($80–$268)
Manicure $27 ($16–$48)
Pedicure $43 ($27–$70)
Massage (1 Hour) $86 ($54–$139)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.39 ($3.21–$5.89)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.75 ($2.68–$5.35)
Loaf of Bread $4.07 ($2.68–$5.89)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.82 ($3.21–$6.96)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.89 ($4.28–$8.03)
Rice (per lb) $1.07 ($0.64–$1.93)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $150 ($86–$268)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $75 ($32–$161)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $75 ($43–$128)
Internet (Monthly) $75 ($43–$107)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $70 ($32–$107)
Cable TV (Monthly) $91 ($54–$161)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $214 ($80–$535)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,140 ($1,284–$3,745)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $75 ($32–$139)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.56–$27)
Car Registration (Annual) $107 ($32–$268)
Driver's License Renewal $32 ($16–$80)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,284 ($642–$2,675)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,070 ($535–$2,140)
After-School Care (Monthly) $428 ($214–$749)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $54 ($27–$107)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,070 ($428–$2,675)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $13,375 ($5,350–$32,100)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $64 ($32–$107)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $107 ($54–$214)
Dog Grooming $64 ($32–$107)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $43 ($21–$80)
Dog Spay/Neuter $321 ($161–$535)
Cat Spay/Neuter $214 ($107–$428)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,026
Toddler$938
Preschool$938
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$857
Toddler$749
Preschool$749
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Lincoln County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Construction 308 52 $70,127 2.20
Agriculture & Forestry 209 145 $44,577 9.70
Wholesale Trade 154 19 $59,033 1.47
Retail Trade 140 25 $38,688 0.53
Professional & Technical Services 125 18 $59,505 0.68
Accommodation & Food Services 120 24 $24,041 0.50
Administrative & Waste Services 53 13 $43,818 0.34
Finance & Insurance 35 11 $68,231 0.32
Manufacturing 25 4 $28,059 0.11
Arts & Entertainment 22 4 $14,752 0.49

Schools in Creston

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Creston Jr-Sr High School High 54 4 13.5:1
Creston Elementary Elementary 45 5 9.0:1
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Campgrounds Near Creston

10 campgrounds found near Creston.

National Parks Near Creston

8 national parks and monuments found near Creston.

ParkTypeFee
Crown Point State Park Free
Crystal Falls State Park Free
Fisk Property State Park Free
Iron Horse Palouse State Park Free
Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area National Recreation Area Free
Potholes State Park Free
Riverside State Park Free
Steamboat Rock State Park Free

Museums in Creston

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BIG BEND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONRAYMOND AND COLE5096475863

Libraries in Creston

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
WILBUR (HESSELTINE) PUBLIC LIBRARY14 NW DIVISION0.01,550

Restaurants in Creston

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Corner Cafe

Gas Stations in Creston

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gas

Banks in Creston

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coulee Dam Federal Credit Union

Bridges in Creston

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Truss (Thru)Steel1941958882F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2016139740G
CulvertConcrete190042379G
CulvertSteel201722149G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199535130G
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete197360112G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19955027G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete20066427G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19363022P

Airports Near Creston

34 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bissell AirportSmall Airport
Bluecreek AirportSmall Airport
Brutis AirportSmall Airport
Coulee City AirportSmall Airport
Davenport Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Eagle's Roost AirportSmall Airport
Franz Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Franz Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Gollehon AirportSmall Airport
Grand Coulee Dam AirportGCDSmall Airport
Hanes AirportSmall Airport
Hart AirportSmall Airport
Humbert AirportSmall Airport
Kramer Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Lathrop FieldSmall Airport
Magee Creek AerodromeSmall Airport
Meise FieldSmall Airport
Moses Lake Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Northstar AirportSmall Airport
Odessa Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Pru FieldSmall Airport
Redfern AerodromeSmall Airport
Rice Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Schrag AirportSmall Airport
Seven Bays AirportSmall Airport
Sheffels Ranch AirportSmall Airport
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Frequently Asked Questions About Creston

What is the population of Creston?

Creston has a population of 196 residents and is located in Washington. The population density is 478 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 62.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 40.8% female and 59.2% male.

Is Creston expensive to live in?

Creston is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $53,516, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $143,100 (49% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $543 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Creston safe?

Creston is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 829 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Creston receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Creston?

Creston has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 28.

How is the job market in Creston?

The job market in Creston is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,045. There are 451 business establishments in the area, including 19 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 15 minutes, and 12.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Creston?

The median home value in Creston is $143,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $366,648. For renters, the median monthly rent is $543. Fair market rent is $1,180 for a 1-bedroom and $1,472 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 74.8%. The average annual property tax is $3,478.

How are the schools in Creston?

Schools in Creston score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.8% of adults in Creston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Creston?

The obesity rate in Creston is 38.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.7% of adults are smokers. 19.3% are physically inactive. 25.6% of residents report depression. 8.4% lack health insurance. 36.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,744.

What is transportation like in Creston?

The average commute in Creston is 15 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 75% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Creston?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Creston is 94.4% White, 3.1% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 9.4% of the population are military veterans. 25.4% of residents have a disability. 88.3% have health insurance coverage.

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