Chester R. Crain (March 15, 1914 – December 13, 1984)[1][2] was an American politician who served as the 10th, and last white, mayor of Compton, California, from 1963 to 1969.

Unlike some of his predecessors that were uncomfortable with the town's growing black population, Crain attempted to build bridges and make Compton a model of integration.

He was an outspoken critic of Los Angeles Mayor Sam Yorty and accused him of neglecting the predominantly African American community.

[citation needed] During his tenure, Compton's city council became majority African American.

[citation needed] After leaving office, Crain moved to the northern part of the state.