Crestwood, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Crestwood is a small city in Kentucky with a population of 6,275. Residents earn $101,086 per year, which is 35% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
6,275 Population 1,549/sq mi density
$101,086 Median Income $54,321 per capita
$315,100 Home Value $471,450 Zillow
$1,100 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$101,086 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$315,100 home value, $1,100/mo rent
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
48.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,086
35% higher than US avg
Home Value $315,100
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.1%
43% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,100
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,275
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density1,549/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$101,086
Per Capita$54,321
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$3,011M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$315,100
Rent$1,100
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$471,450

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.9 in/yr
Elevation761 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.1%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute27 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Crestwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crestwood receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Crestwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crestwood is $101,086, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places Crestwood among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crestwood is $315,100, 12% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Crestwood 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 52.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Crestwood has a population of 6,275 with a density of 1,549 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%), with 1.6% Black.

Population

6,275
Total Population
1,549
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.1%
Female 55.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Crestwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.4%
45% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Crestwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crestwood is $101,086, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Crestwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,086
35% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,321
Avg Weekly Wage$1,311
IRS Avg AGI$122,342

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,480
County GDP$3,011M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare162
Retail108
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,979
71% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Work from Home12.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Crestwood is $315,100, 12% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $471,450.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$315,100
12% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$471,450
Median List Price$325,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$325,000
$/Sq Ft$223
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio94.8%
Price Drops23.8%
Inventory21

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,100
5% below 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-Occupied81.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,979
71% above US avg
Effective Rate1.90%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Premature Death5,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access92.0%
Healthcare Facilities162

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Crestwood 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 52.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.9 inches
39% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation761 ft (232 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.5 km²)
Population Density1,549/sq mi
Coordinates38.3437°N, 85.4777°W
County FIPS21185
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 48.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.3%
D 37.7%

Winner: Republican by 22.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.1%
43% above US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.50
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,549/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities162
Restaurants81
Retail Stores108

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Work from Home12.7%

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