Creswell, NC

North Carolina

Creswell is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 205. Residents earn $34,028 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
205 Population 360/sq mi density
$34,028 Median Income $20,704 per capita
$119,600 Home Value $128,936 Zillow
N/A Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$34,028 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$119,600 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,028
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $119,600
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.1%
135% higher than US avg

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

People

Population205
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density360/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 26%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$34,028
Per Capita$20,704
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty29.1%
County GDP$356M
Commute43 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$128,936
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain55.3 in/yr
Elevation8 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+89.4%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 53%
Commute43 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries1

Is Creswell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Creswell receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Creswell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Creswell is $34,028, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 29.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Creswell is $119,600, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Creswell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Creswell has a population of 205 with a density of 360 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (74.1%), with 25.9% White.

Population

205
Total Population
360
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41%
Female 59%

Race & Ethnicity

Creswell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.1%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.9%
4% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Creswell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Creswell is $34,028, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 29.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Creswell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,028
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,704
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$47,246

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate29.1%
135% above US avg
Establishments (County)282
County GDP$356M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare37
Retail45
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,464
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.3 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Creswell is $119,600, 58% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $128,936.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,600
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$128,936

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied42.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,464
30% below US avg
Effective Rate2.06%
In Creswell, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 30.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure40.2%
Asthma12.4%
COPD8.5%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.5%
Physical Inactivity30.9%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%
Checkup Rate79.8%
Premature Death16,100/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access92.1%
Healthcare Facilities37

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Creswell has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.8°F
13% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.3 inches
46% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8 ft (2 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density360/sq mi
Coordinates35.8714°N, 76.3991°W
County FIPS37187
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 6.2-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.6%
D 52.8%

Winner: Democrat by 6.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+89.4%
School Test Score5.46
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density360/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants22
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.3 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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