Town in Crane County

Living in Crane, TX

C

440th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 41 of 100

Crane earns a grade of C on our index, 440th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and errands and things to do, and trails on getting around and internet access. It is a strong pick for people on a budget.

  • Good for people on a budget
  • Affordable
  • Schools scores low (13 of 100)
  • Getting around scores low (7 of 100)
Map of Texas showing where Crane isHoustonSan AntonioDallasAustinFort WorthCrane
Where Crane is in Texas.
Population
3,303-5.0% since 2020
Median rent
$87238% lower than Texas
Median home value
$164,90042% lower than Texas
Household income
$73,150Median
Average commute
30 minOne way
Violent crime
269Per 100k, 2025

What it's like to live in Crane

Crane is a town in Crane County. 3,303 people lived here in 2025, down 5.0% from 2020. It is suburban.

Local spots people know include Crane County Park and Crane County Library.

The median age is 34.3, 42% of households have children, 77% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $73,150 a year (7% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Crane

  • Lower rent. Median rent is $872, 38% lower than the Texas median.
  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 2.3 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.

Cons of living in Crane

  • Weaker school ratings. Only 33% of the 3 rated campuses earn an A or B from the state.
  • Many adults uninsured. 29% of adults 18 to 64 have no health insurance, against 20% statewide.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of hail, wildfires and winter storms as very high here.
  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 126 days a year at 90°F or hotter.
  • Spotty home internet. Only 79% of homes have a broadband plan.

Who Crane suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit: 33% of rated schools earn an A or B and violent crime is 31% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 40% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 7% lower than the Texas median, with 19 restaurants and 3 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 64% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 29% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 31% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 73% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 79% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $872 is 38% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 55% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $872 is 38% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 93% for people on a budget.

Crane report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Crane with other US towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

  • Cost of living: grade A

    Median rent $872, homes cost 2.3x income.

    93 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade C

    Median household income $73,150, 3.6% unemployed.

    47 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade D-

    3 rated campuses, 33% rated A or B.

    13 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: grade C

    269 violent crimes per 100k, 269 property crimes per 100k.

    44 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: grade B+

    1 grocery store, 19 restaurants, 4 parks mapped in town.

    77 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade F

    Average commute 30 min, 0% work from home.

    7 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade D-

    15% have a bachelor’s degree.

    13 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade D-

    29% of adults uninsured.

    12 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade C

    77% of homes owner-occupied.

    45 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade D-

    79% of homes have broadband.

    10 of 100 vs US towns

Where Crane stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 0%52 points lower than Texas (52%)
  • Median rent: $87238% lower than Texas ($1,403)
  • Home value to income: 2.3x38% lower than Texas (3.6x)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 15%19 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Homes with broadband internet: 79%12 points lower than Texas (91%)
  • Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance: 29%9 points higher than Texas (20%)

Cost of living in Crane

Crane renters pay a median of $872 a month, 38% lower than the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $35,000 a year for a median unit. Right now 0% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $807 for a one-bedroom, $1,014 for a two-bedroom and $1,310 for a three-bedroom (fiscal year 2027). These figures include utilities and describe a modest unit, so newer apartments often ask for more.

The median home is worth $164,900, 42% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $903 before tax, or $1,062 with property tax. That is $190 a month more than the median rent, a gap that can be worth it if you plan to stay a while.

Texas has no state income tax, but it leans on property taxes instead, though they are lighter here than in much of the state. The median homeowner in Crane pays $1,908 a year, 55% lower than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in CraneStudio$7711 bedroom$8072 bedrooms$1,0143 bedrooms$1,3104 bedrooms$1,461
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Crane County, TX. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent38% lower than Texas$872$1,403$1,413
Median home value42% lower than Texas$164,900$283,800$332,700
Home value to income38% lower than Texas2.3x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent52 points lower than Texas0%52%51%
Median property tax per year55% lower than Texas$1,908$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them15 points higher than Texas77%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas197219921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$1,062
Mortgage payment
$903
Property tax
$159
Median rent, for comparison
$872

Based on a $164,900 home in Crane, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median paid locally, or the county median where the local figure is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.

Is Crane safe?

In 2025, Crane Police Department reported 9 violent crimes and 9 property crimes. That works out to 269 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 31% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 269 property crimes per 100,000, 87% lower than the state rate.

Violent crime is up about 395% since 2021, based on the yearly rates below.

Crime rates describe the whole area a police department covers. Some streets are much quieter than the average and some are busier, so look at the neighborhood grades and visit at different times of day.

Violent crimes per 100,000 people in Crane by yearTexas26920212022202320242025

Violent crimes per 100,000 people by year. The dashed line is the Texas rate for 2025.

Violent crime
269
per 100k, Texas 387
Property crime
269
per 100k, Texas 2,086
Property crimes per 100,000 people in Crane by yearTexas26920212022202320242025

Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.

Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer, Crane Police Department, 2025. Rates count reported crimes only and cover the area this police department serves.

Schools in Crane

Crane has 3 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 33% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Crane ISD.

Texas districts usually assign students by attendance zone rather than the closest campus, so check the zone for a specific address with the district before you sign a lease or buy.

Schools grade
13
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
71
Texas median 81

Ratings are the 2025 Texas Education Agency A to F accountability ratings. Always check which school serves a specific address with the district.

Top-rated schools

  • BCrane High SchoolHigh, Crane ISD82 of 100
  • CCrane MiddleMiddle, Crane ISD73 of 100
  • FCrane ElementaryElementary, Crane ISD59 of 100

Best neighborhoods in Crane

We grade 4 areas inside Crane. The top three are Park Addition (C), Thomas Addition (C) and Bosmans Addition (D+). Use the map to color the city by any grade, or the sliders to rank areas by what you care about.

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    All 4 Crane neighborhoods, A to Z

    Daily life in Crane

    Everyday places mapped inside Crane, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Crane County Park, Crane County Library.

    The average one-way commute is 30 minutes, 11% longer than the Texas average. 0% of workers work from home. Fewer than 3% walk, bike or take transit to work, so plan on driving for almost everything.

    The median household income is $73,150, income per person is $36,041, unemployment is 3.6% and 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

    Grocery stores
    1
    Pharmacies
    1
    Restaurants
    19
    Cafes
    3
    Bars
    1
    Parks
    4
    Gyms
    4
    Hospitals and urgent care
    2
    Childcare
    1
    Libraries
    1

    Jobs, income and education

    MeasureHereTexasUS
    Median household income7% lower than Texas$73,150$78,476$80,734
    Income per person12% lower than Texas$36,041$40,752$44,673
    Unemployment rate2 points lower than Texas3.6%5.3%5.2%
    People below the poverty lineAbout the same as Texas15%14%12%
    Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher19 points lower than Texas15%34%36%
    Adults with a high school diploma or higher6 points lower than Texas80%86%90%
    Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance9 points higher than Texas29%20%11%
    Homes with broadband internet12 points lower than Texas79%91%91%

    Getting to work

    MeasureHereTexasUS
    Average commute11% higher than Texas30 min27 min26 min
    Workers who work from home14 points lower than Texas0%14%15%
    Workers who work from home0%
    Workers who take transit0%
    Workers who walk0%
    Workers who bike0%

    Who lives in Crane

    Under 1828%
    18 to 3423%
    35 to 6436%
    65 and over12%

    Median age 34.3 years. 42% of households have children.

    Race and ethnicity
    White29%
    Hispanic or Latino63%
    Black2.9%
    Asian2.2%
    Other or more than one race3.5%

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    Weather in Crane

    Crane has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 95°F and January lows about 32°F. There are about 126 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 12 inches of rain a year.

    Average monthly high and low temperatures in Crane30°50°70°90°60J65F73M82A89M95J95J95A88S80O69N60DRain

    Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Crane, 1 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

    Natural hazard risk

    FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is moderate, hurricane risk is moderate, tornado risk is high and hail risk is very high. Even in lower-risk areas, check the FEMA flood map for the exact address before you buy.

    • River floodingModerate
    • HurricanesModerate
    • TornadoesHigh
    • HailVery high
    • Heat wavesHigh
    • WildfiresVery high
    • Winter stormsVery high
    • Strong windVery high

    Source: FEMA National Risk Index, December 2025, Census tract level averaged for the city. Check the FEMA flood map for any address before you buy.

    Places near Crane

    Nearby, McCamey gets an F, Rankin gets a B and West Odessa gets an F. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

    1. FMcCameyTown, 1,643 people20 mi
    2. BRankinTown, 1,087 people27 mi
    3. FWest OdessaSmall city, 32,594 people31 mi
    4. D+OdessaCity, 115,322 people33 mi
    5. C-Southwest SandhillTown, 1,143 people34 mi
    6. B-GardendaleTown, 1,544 people42 mi

    Living in Crane: common questions

    Is Crane, TX a good place to live?

    Crane earns a grade of C on our index, 440th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and errands and things to do, and trails on getting around and internet access. It is a strong pick for people on a budget.

    How much does it cost to live in Crane?

    Renters in Crane pay a median of $872 a month, 38% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $164,900, 42% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 2.3x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Texas. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $1,062, including property tax.

    Is Crane safe?

    In 2025, Crane Police Department reported 269 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 31% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 269 per 100,000, 87% lower than the Texas rate.

    Are the schools good in Crane?

    We found 3 rated public school campuses inside Crane. 33% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 13 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

    What are the best neighborhoods in Crane?

    Based on our scores, the top-rated areas in Crane are Park Addition, Thomas Addition and Bosmans Addition. We score 4 areas in the city.

    Does Crane flood?

    FEMA rates river flooding risk in Crane as moderate, and coastal flooding as not rated. Hazards rated high or very high here: tornadoes, heat waves, hail, wildfires, winter storms and strong wind. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.

    What is the weather like in Crane?

    Summers in Crane peak at about 95°F in July, and January nights fall to about 32°F. Expect around 126 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 12 inches of rain.

    How long is the commute in Crane?

    The average one-way commute is 30 min, 11% higher than the Texas average. About 0% of workers work from home.

    Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year and 2025 population estimates, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings, FBI Crime Data Explorer, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, Overture Maps. Updated 2026-10-04. How we grade.