Median Income
$66,830
11% lower than US avg
Home Value
$139,000
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.1%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.1%
91% lower than US avg
How Pandora Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,606
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density1,501/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
A
Median Income$66,830
Per Capita$38,481
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$1,365M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$139,000
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$224,318
Health
Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Elevation773 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.1%
High School+98.0%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute21 min
Libraries7
Is Pandora a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Pandora receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Pandora stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Pandora is $66,830, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Pandora is $139,000, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
25.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Pandora experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 32.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Pandora has a population of 1,606 with a density of 1,501 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%), with 1.6% Hispanic.
Population
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.3% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.7% |
| 57% below US avg |
The median household income in Pandora is $66,830, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,830 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $38,481 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $960 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,072 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.1% |
| 91% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 563 |
| County GDP | $1,365M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 56 |
| Healthcare | 46 |
| Retail | 71 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,076 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.21% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.3 min |
| Work from Home | 8.1% |
The median home value in Pandora is $139,000, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $224,318.
Home Values
| Census Median | $139,000 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $224,318 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $950 |
| 18% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,076 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.21% |
In Pandora, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Pandora vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.8% |
| 36% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.1% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.1% |
| Depression | 26.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.9% |
| Premature Death | 12,366/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 46 |
Crime Rates: Pandora vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Pandora has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.7 inches |
| 2% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 32.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 773 ft (236 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,501/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.9452°N, 83.9540°W |
| County FIPS | 39065 |