Crestview, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Crestview is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 425. Residents earn $89,583 per year, which is 19% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
425 Population 2,656/sq mi density
$89,583 Median Income $41,161 per capita
$169,400 Home Value $236,007 Zillow
$1,192 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$89,583 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$169,400 home value, $1,192/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,583
19% higher than US avg
Home Value $169,400
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.9%
15% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,192
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Crestview Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population425
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density2,656/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$89,583
Per Capita$41,161
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$107,275M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$169,400
Rent$1,192
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$236,007

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Elevation749 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.9%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute22 min
Libraries41

Is Crestview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crestview receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Crestview stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crestview is $89,583, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crestview is $169,400, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,192 per month. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Crestview experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Crestview has a population of 425 with a density of 2,656 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%).

Population

425
Total Population
2,656
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Crestview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Crestview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crestview is $89,583, which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Crestview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,583
19% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,161
Avg Weekly Wage$1,479
IRS Avg AGI$97,169

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)27,215
County GDP$107,275M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,075
Healthcare2,590
Retail2,526
Manufacturing920

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,087
160% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Work from Home13.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Crestview is $169,400, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,192 (2% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $236,007.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,400
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$236,007

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,192
2% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,087
160% above US avg
Effective Rate5.36%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Premature Death9,669/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities2,590

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)75

Safety Score

Crestview has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation749 ft (228 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density2,656/sq mi
Coordinates39.0246°N, 84.4156°W
County FIPS39061
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 38.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 14.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.1%
D 57%

Winner: Democrat by 14.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.9%
15% above US avg
High School+93.7%
School Test Score5.50
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,656/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries41
Healthcare Facilities2,590
Restaurants2,075
Retail Stores2,526

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)75

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Work from Home13.1%

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