Thanks to industry, lifestyle and opportunities, Crook County has been growing  steadily over the last decade. With a population of more than 10,000, much of the growth from comes from nearby Deschutes County — the state’s fastest-growing county, but also the most expensive in the region. Crook County has lower rents, and more moderate price per square footage, which is always attractive to those looking for housing. The median house price is $380,000 and there are plenty of local real estate brokers to choose from.