Crossville, IL

Illinois

Crossville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 749. Residents earn $40,682 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
749 Population 1,170/sq mi density
$40,682 Median Income $26,295 per capita
$61,300 Home Value
$313 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$40,682 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$61,300 home value, $313/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,682
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $61,300
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.6%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $313
73% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population749
Median Age46.7 yrs
Density1,170/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans16.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$40,682
Per Capita$26,295
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$724M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$61,300
Rent$313
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden30.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Elevation396 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.6%
High School+84.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute33 min
Broadband63.6%
Libraries4

Is Crossville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crossville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Crossville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crossville is $40,682, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crossville is $61,300, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $313 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Crossville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches, including 11.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Crossville has a population of 749 with a density of 1,170 people per square mile. The median age is 46.7 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.5%).

Population

749
Total Population
1,170
People / sq mi
46.7yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Crossville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Crossville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crossville is $40,682, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Crossville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,682
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,295
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$67,013

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)343
County GDP$724M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare38
Retail53
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,617
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.0 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Crossville is $61,300, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $313 (73% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$61,300
78% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$313
73% below US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,617
3% above US avg
Effective Rate5.90%
In Crossville, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.9%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death10,324/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access52.2%
Healthcare Facilities38

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Crossville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall11.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation396 ft (121 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,170/sq mi
Coordinates38.1626°N, 88.0644°W
County FIPS17193
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.4-point margin. 63.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.1%
D 19.7%

Winner: Republican by 59.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.6%
77% below US avg
High School+84.7%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,170/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants25
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.0 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%

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