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Crowell, TX

Texas · Foard County

Crowell is a small town in Texas with a population of 788. Residents earn $38,750 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
788 Population 417/sq mi density
$38,750 Median Income $22,144 per capita
$72,000 Home Value $69,263 Zillow
$576 Median Rent 29.2% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$38,750 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,000 home value, $576/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,750
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,000
74% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $576
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.7%
99% higher than US avg

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

People

Population788
Median Age30.7 yrs
Density417/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$38,750
Per Capita$22,144
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty24.7%
County GDP$123M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,000
Rent$576
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$69,263
Housing Units457
Rent Burden29.2%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity40.5%
Uninsured18.9%
Smoking19.6%
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation1,475 ft (450 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+84.4%
Graduate+5.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute15 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries1

Is Crowell a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crowell is $38,750, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 24.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crowell is $72,000, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $576 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Crowell is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Crowell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Crowell has a population of 788 with a density of 417 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age is 30.7 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 65.6% female and 34.4% male. The city is predominantly White (70.3%), with 2.8% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.1% of residents. 4.2% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 18.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

788
Total Population
417
People / sq mi
30.7yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 34.4%
Female 65.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Crowell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Crowell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crowell is $38,750, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,144 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $846, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 57 business establishments. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Crowell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,750
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,144
Avg Weekly Wage$846
IRS Avg AGI$60,948

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.7%
99% above US avg
Establishments (County)57
County GDP$123M

Business (County)

Healthcare4
Retail4

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.5 min
Drive Alone65.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Crowell is $72,000, 74% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $69,263. Monthly rent averages $576 (50% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 457 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1956. 29.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,000
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$69,263

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$576
50% below US avg
Rent Burden29.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.6%
Housing Units457
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

In Crowell, 40.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.1% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.9% of residents, above the national average. 35.5% have high blood pressure. 19.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.6% report binge drinking. 32.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.9% experience frequent mental distress. 18.9% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). 0.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 2.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma11.3%
COPD9.1%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.6%
40% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity32.1%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress16.7%
Short Sleep40.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Uninsured18.9%
120% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits47.5%
Premature Death11,826/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment2.8/10
Exercise Access0.4%
Healthcare Facilities4
Crowell has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000, 100% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 0, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Crowell enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 328 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 25.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 1,475 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.4 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,475 ft (450 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density417/sq mi
Coordinates33.9836°N, 99.7244°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyFoard County County
County FIPS48155

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 1.2 in
March 54°F (12°C) 1.4 in
April 63°F (17°C) 2.0 in
May 72°F (22°C) 3.6 in Wettest
June 80°F (27°C) 3.1 in
July 85°F (29°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 83°F (28°C) 2.3 in
September 75°F (24°C) 3.5 in
October 64°F (18°C) 2.6 in
November 51°F (11°C) 1.3 in
December 43°F (6°C) 0.9 in Driest

Crowell has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 42°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.6") and December the driest (0.9").

Crowell is located in Foard County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, a rural community. 16.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 50% below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 82.2% of the vote, a 65.3-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 4 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 65.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.2%
D 16.9%

Winner: Republican by 65.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.7%
50% below US avg
High School+84.4%
Graduate Degree+5.4%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density417/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi
CountyFoard County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Retail Stores4

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.5 min
Drive Alone65.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.4%

Frequently Asked Questions About Crowell

What is the population of Crowell?

Crowell has a population of 788 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 417 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 65.6% female and 34.4% male.

Is Crowell expensive to live in?

Crowell has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $38,750, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $72,000 (74% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $576 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Crowell safe?

Crowell is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000 (below the national average).

What is the weather like in Crowell?

Crowell enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.4 inches, with 1.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Crowell?

The job market in Crowell is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $846. There are 57 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 15 minutes, and 6.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Crowell?

The median home value in Crowell is $72,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $69,263. For renters, the median monthly rent is $576. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Crowell?

Schools in Crowell score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 16.7% of adults in Crowell hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Crowell?

The obesity rate in Crowell is 40.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.6% of adults are smokers. 32.1% are physically inactive. 27.6% of residents report depression. 18.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 0.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities.

What is transportation like in Crowell?

The average commute in Crowell is 15 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 65.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Crowell?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Crowell is 70.3% White, 2.8% Hispanic or Latino. 96.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.9% speak Spanish. 4.2% of the population are military veterans. 18.1% of residents have a disability. 92.1% have health insurance coverage.

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