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Crane County

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  • Population: 4,675; (2020 Census)
  • County seat: Crane
  • Crane County, founded in 1887, was named after William Carey Crane, former president of Baylor University.

American Community Survey 5-Year Data Profile

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Population Demographics

As of 2026 the population of Crane County is 4,612. The population is expected to grow to 4,619 by 2031 - a growth rate of 0.03%.

The median age of Crane County residents is 35.

The diversity index of Crane County is 79.1, meaning that there is a 79% chance that any two people selected out of 100 residents will be of different race or ethnicity from one another.

Housing and Income

The average household income in Crane County is $95,336 and projected to be $102,659 in 2031. Per capita income is $33,710, projected to be $36,873 in 2031. 2.34% of households – 108 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $929,461 and the average disposable income is $75,633.

There are 1,896 housing units in Crane County; 1,277 are owner-occupied, 339 are rented, and 280 are vacant. The average home value is $207,923, with 167 homes built in 2010 or later, and 18 built in 1939 or earlier.

Business and Workforce

There are 133 businesses in Crane County, employing 1,305 workers and pulling from a labor force of 1,725 age 16 and above. 629 workers commute into Crane County from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:

1,096 residents both live and work in/around Crane County. The average travel time is 24.7 minutes. 34.49% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 11.68% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 1,439 drive alone, 214 carpool, and 0 take public transportation. 35 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 37 residents work from home.

1,203 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 103 have associates degrees, 293 have bachelor’s degrees, and 100 hold a graduate or professional degree.

Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09