Crossville, AL

Alabama

Crossville is a small town in Alabama with a population of 2,296. Residents earn $48,464 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,296 Population 275/sq mi density
$48,464 Median Income $20,664 per capita
$123,600 Home Value $190,874 Zillow
$580 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
108 Violent Crime/100K 1,459 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$48,464 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,600 home value, $580/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
108 violent crimes/100K (72% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,464
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $123,600
56% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 108/100K
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $580
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.0%
134% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,296
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density275/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

C+
Median Income$48,464
Per Capita$20,664
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty29.0%
County GDP$3,061M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,600
Rent$580
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$190,874

Crime

F
Violent108/100K
Property1,459/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault108/100K
Burglary378/100K

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.6 in/yr
Elevation1,114 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+72.1%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 13%
Commute26 min
Libraries7

Is Crossville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crossville receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Crossville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crossville is $48,464, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 29.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crossville is $123,600, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $580 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Crossville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 108 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,459 per 100,000, 26% below the national average.

Education

14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Crossville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Crossville has a population of 2,296 with a density of 275 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.6%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

2,296
Total Population
275
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
8.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Crossville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Crossville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crossville is $48,464, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 29.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Crossville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,464
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,664
Avg Weekly Wage$969
IRS Avg AGI$54,891

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate29.0%
134% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,482
County GDP$3,061M

Business (County)

Restaurants101
Healthcare134
Retail256
Manufacturing98

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,308
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Crossville is $123,600, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $580 (50% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $190,874.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,600
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$190,874

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$580
50% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,308
34% below US avg
Effective Rate1.87%
In Crossville, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure39.8%
Asthma10.5%
COPD9.7%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity33.0%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress17.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.7%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death11,969/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access38.7%
Healthcare Facilities134
Crossville has a violent crime rate of 108 per 100,000 residents, 72% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,459 per 100,000 (26% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent108.1/100K
72% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault108.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,459.5/100K
26% below US avg
Burglary378.4/100K
Theft918.9/100K
Vehicle Theft162.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Crossville has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.6 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,114 ft (340 m)
Area8.4 sq mi (21.7 km²)
Population Density275/sq mi
Coordinates34.2827°N, 85.9997°W
County FIPS01049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.7%
D 12.7%

Winner: Republican by 74 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.2%
58% below US avg
High School+72.1%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density275/sq mi
Total Area8.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities134
Restaurants101
Retail Stores256

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Work from Home2.5%

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