Median Income
$84,079
12% higher than US avg
Home Value
$303,000
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.4%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,055
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.2%
58% lower than US avg
How Pearl Beach Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population4,846
Median Age52.3 yrs
Density1,007/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
A+
Median Income$84,079
Per Capita$49,155
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$54,177M
Commute37 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$303,000
Rent$1,055
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.6 in/yr
Elevation578 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.4%
High School+92.8%
School Score5.23
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute37 min
Libraries26
Is Pearl Beach a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Pearl Beach receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Pearl Beach stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Pearl Beach is $84,079, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Pearl Beach is $303,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,055 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Pearl Beach experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Pearl Beach has a population of 4,846 with a density of 1,007 people per square mile. The median age is 52.3 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%), with 1.8% Hispanic.
Population
52.3yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Pearl Beach vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.6% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.4% |
| 82% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Pearl Beach vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Pearl Beach is $84,079, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.
Income: Pearl Beach vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $84,079 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $49,155 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,366 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,437 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.2% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 19,678 |
| County GDP | $54,177M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,797 |
| Healthcare | 2,734 |
| Retail | 2,687 |
| Manufacturing | 1,515 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,390 |
| 54% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.78% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 36.7 min |
| Work from Home | 7.5% |
The median home value in Pearl Beach is $303,000, 7% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,055 (9% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $303,000 |
| 7% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,055 |
| 9% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,390 |
| 54% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.78% |
In Pearl Beach, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.8% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Pearl Beach vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.7% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.4% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.0% |
| Depression | 28.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.7% |
| Premature Death | 8,360/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 96.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,734 |
Crime Rates: Pearl Beach vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 55 |
Safety Score
Pearl Beach has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 48.7°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 34.6 inches |
| 9% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 578 ft (176 m) |
| Area | 4.8 sq mi (12.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,007/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.6316°N, 82.5864°W |
| County FIPS | 26099 |