Town
- Public SchoolsB-
- Crime & SafetyNG
- HousingD+
- NightlifeB+
- Good for FamiliesC+
- DiversityC+
- JobsC
- WeatherA-
- Cost of LivingB
- Health & FitnessB-
- Outdoor ActivitiesA-
- CommuteB
Real Estate
Median Home Value
$119,300
National
$184,700Median Rent
$717
National
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Crystal River Rankings
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Crime & Safety
Residents
Working in Crystal River
Jobs
C
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Median Household Income
$24,036
National
$55,322Top Private Schools in Crystal River
Crystal River Reviews
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It's one of the most scenic, beautiful places I've ever lived. Lakes, rivers, ocean, forests and wildlife. However, it's a good ole' boys town. Like going back in time a few decades, which is sort of good n' bad. There are a few friendly people here but way more not so friendly, even down right ugly n' rude. If you're wealthy you'll love it, plenty of poor uneducated people you can take advantage of, n' that's the way the richie's like it. Mostly low paying service jobs here $8-$9 an hour, if you're from here n'connected, then you can work for the city or county $10-$15 an hour. People here in paradise, as I call it, tend to have a chip on their shoulders, seem very miserable. This is due to the fact that the old money fights any new growth from happening. Thus, no new businesses, no new opportunities, not much to do but fish or hunt. Way too many tourists. 2000 population, 20,000 tourists = horrible traffic, wrecks, sirens n' noise pollution, every single day. I love it n' hate it.
I've lived here my entire life. Crystal River has always provided a safe and interesting environment for its citizens. Being a coastal town, there are many fun activities involving the sea and its beautiful wildlife. I definitely would consider spending the rest of my life here in this wonderful town.
Wonderful sleepy little town with a thriving tourist community and crystal-clear springs! My family owns a hotel here and we moved down from cold Missouri, so we absolutely love the place!