Virginia
Crewe is a small town in Virginia with a population of 2,795. Residents earn $60,214 per year, which is 20% below the national average.
Based on current data, Crewe receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Crewe has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Crewe is $60,214, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Crewe is $135,800, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $956 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 830 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,795 per 100,000, 43% above the national average.
17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Crewe enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 93.4% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.6% |
| 51% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $60,214 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,890 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,013 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,329 |
| Unemployment | 5.0% |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.6% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 476 |
| County GDP | $701M |
| Restaurants | 29 |
| Healthcare | 27 |
| Retail | 58 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,952 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.44% |
| Commute Time | 23.1 min |
| Work from Home | 6.1% |
| Census Median | $135,800 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $193,491 |
| Census Median Rent | $956 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
| Owner-Occupied | 59.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,952 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.44% |
| Obesity | 43.0% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.7% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.7% |
| Depression | 24.9% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 15.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 85.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.9% |
| Premature Death | 11,496/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 47.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 27 |
| Total Violent | 829.7/100K |
| 118% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 43.7/100K |
| Robbery | 43.7/100K |
| Assault | 742.4/100K |
| Total Property | 2,794.8/100K |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 218.3/100K |
| Theft | 2,445.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 131.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 57.6°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 459 ft (140 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,391/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.1810°N, 78.1304°W |
| County FIPS | 51135 |
Winner: Republican by 22.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.2% |
| 49% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.58 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,391/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.0 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 27 |
| Restaurants | 29 |
| Retail Stores | 58 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Commute | 23.1 min |
| Work from Home | 6.1% |