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Crane County

Crane County

  • 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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Crane County Resources

Population Demographics

As of 2024 the population of Crane County is 4,692. The population is expected to shrink to 4,665 by 2029 - a growth rate of -0.12%.

The median age of Crane County residents is 35.

The diversity index of Crane County is 78.4, meaning that there is a 78% 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 $91,105 and projected to be $101,172 in 2029. Per capita income is $31,033, projected to be $35,461 in 2029. 1.6% of households – 75 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $860,866 and the average disposable income is $74,286.

There are 1,878 housing units in Crane County; 1,274 are owner-occupied, 323 are rented, and 281 are vacant. The average home value is $210,597, with 149 homes built in 2010 or later, and 13 built in 1939 or earlier.

Business and Workforce

There are 142 businesses in Crane County, employing 1,345 workers and pulling from a labor force of 2,237 age 16 and above. 841 workers commute into Crane County from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:

1,396 residents both live and work in/around Crane County. The average travel time is 0.0 minutes. 25.93% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 4.51% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 1,905 drive alone, 261 carpool, and 11 take public transportation. 35 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 25 residents work from home.

1,185 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 81 have associates degrees, 378 have bachelor’s degrees, and 157 hold a graduate or professional degree.