Crestwood, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Crestwood is a small city in Illinois with a population of 10,622. Residents earn $68,686 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
10,622 Population 3,483/sq mi density
$68,686 Median Income $39,622 per capita
$187,700 Home Value $190,601 Zillow
$1,300 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$68,686 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$187,700 home value, $1,300/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,686
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $187,700
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.1%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,300
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,622
Median Age50.7 yrs
Density3,483/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,686
Per Capita$39,622
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$546,441M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$187,700
Rent$1,300
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$190,601

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Elevation613 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.1%
High School+91.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 28% / D 70%
Commute34 min
Libraries188

Is Crestwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crestwood receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Crestwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crestwood is $68,686, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crestwood is $187,700, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,300 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Crestwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 38.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Crestwood has a population of 10,622 with a density of 3,483 people per square mile. The median age is 50.7 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.3%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 12.4% Black.

Population

10,622
Total Population
3,483
People / sq mi
50.7yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Crestwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.7%
7% above US avg
Spanish16.3%
22% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Crestwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crestwood is $68,686, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Crestwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,686
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,622
Avg Weekly Wage$1,672
IRS Avg AGI$100,597

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)137,804
County GDP$546,441M

Business (County)

Restaurants12,631
Healthcare16,051
Retail13,648
Manufacturing4,404

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,421
198% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.5 min
Work from Home11.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Crestwood is $187,700, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,300 (12% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $190,601.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,700
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$190,601
Median List Price$252,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$252,450
$/Sq Ft$176
Homes Sold10
Sale-to-List Ratio96.7%
Price Drops15.4%
Inventory26

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,300
12% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,421
198% above US avg
Effective Rate5.55%
In Crestwood, 30.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity20.5%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death8,536/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities16,051

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)365

Safety Score

Crestwood has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall38.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation613 ft (187 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (7.9 km²)
Population Density3,483/sq mi
Coordinates41.6456°N, 87.7401°W
County FIPS17031
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 42-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 28.4%
D 70.4%

Winner: Democrat by 42 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.1%
31% below US avg
High School+91.1%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,483/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries188
Healthcare Facilities16,051
Restaurants12,631
Retail Stores13,648

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)365

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.5 min
Work from Home11.4%

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