Home Value
$58,900
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
35.3%
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.2%
66% lower than US avg
How Crystal Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population101
Median Age66.1 yrs
Density146/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans85.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$32,344
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$813M
Commute19 min
Housing
Home Value$58,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity42.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp38°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain20.0 in/yr
Elevation911 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+35.3%
High School+90.6%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute19 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries3
Is Crystal a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Crystal receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Crystal offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Crystal is $58,900, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 35.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Crystal has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.0 inches, including 39.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Crystal has a population of 101 with a density of 146 people per square mile. The median age is 66.1 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%), with 3% Hispanic.
Population
66.1yrs
Median Age
70% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Crystal is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $32,344 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,124 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,726 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.2% |
| 66% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 411 |
| County GDP | $813M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,000 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.09% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 92.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Crystal is $58,900, 79% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $58,900 |
| 79% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,000 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.09% |
In Crystal, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Crystal vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.4% |
| 32% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.0% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.5% |
| Depression | 21.9% |
| Mental Distress | 15.7% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 99.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.4% |
| Premature Death | 9,577/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
Crime Rates: Crystal vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Crystal has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
4°F Jan (-15°C)
67°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 38.2°F |
| 29% below US avg |
| January Average | 4°F (-15°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 20.0 inches |
| 47% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 39.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 911 ft (278 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 146/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.5981°N, 97.6686°W |
| County FIPS | 38067 |