Median Income
$60,271
20% lower than US avg
Home Value
$267,300
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,358
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.9%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.5%
31% lower than US avg
How Peaceful Valley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,661
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density1,060/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Economy
A
Median Income$60,271
Per Capita$23,470
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$4,664M
Commute59 min
Housing
A
Home Value$267,300
Rent$1,358
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity30.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.0%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Elevation506 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+87.3%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 40% / D 57%
Commute59 min
Libraries6
Is Peaceful Valley a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Peaceful Valley receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Peaceful Valley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Peaceful Valley is $60,271, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 59 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Peaceful Valley is $267,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,358 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Peaceful Valley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches, including 10.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Peaceful Valley has a population of 2,661 with a density of 1,060 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.6%), with 8.3% Hispanic.
Population
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Peaceful Valley vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.4% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.6% |
| 36% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Peaceful Valley vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Peaceful Valley is $60,271, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 59 minutes.
Income: Peaceful Valley vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,271 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,470 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,133 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $92,592 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,142 |
| County GDP | $4,664M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 163 |
| Healthcare | 188 |
| Retail | 230 |
| Manufacturing | 71 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,447 |
| 84% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.41% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 59.3 min |
| Work from Home | 4.8% |
The median home value in Peaceful Valley is $267,300, 5% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,358 (17% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $267,300 |
| 5% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,358 |
| 17% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,447 |
| 84% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.41% |
In Peaceful Valley, 30.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 32.0% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Peaceful Valley vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.9% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.8% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.4% |
| Depression | 32.0% |
| Mental Distress | 21.9% |
| Physical Distress | 16.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 66.6% |
| Premature Death | 5,965/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 188 |
Crime Rates: Peaceful Valley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Peaceful Valley has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 50.3°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 49.9 inches |
| 31% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 10.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 506 ft (154 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,060/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.9510°N, 122.1483°W |
| County FIPS | 53029 |