Median Income
$39,063
48% lower than US avg
Home Value
$75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
7.6%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$713
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
8.1%
125% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
24.4%
97% higher than US avg
How Perry Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population321
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density459/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans11.4%
Economy
D
Median Income$39,063
Per Capita$24,440
Unemployment8.1%
Poverty24.4%
County GDP$1,016M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$713
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$160,407
Rent Burden27.5%
Health
Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease6.8%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation353 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+7.6%
High School+85.2%
School Score5.06
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute21 min
Broadband67.5%
Libraries2
Is Perry a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Perry receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Perry has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Perry is $39,063, 48% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 24.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Perry is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $713 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Perry enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Perry has a population of 321 with a density of 459 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.2%), with 7.2% Hispanic.
Population
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.8% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.2% |
| 84% below US avg |
The median household income in Perry is $39,063, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $39,063 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,440 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $954 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,901 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 8.1% |
| 125% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 24.4% |
| 97% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 499 |
| County GDP | $1,016M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 38 |
| Healthcare | 50 |
| Retail | 75 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,868 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.49% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.7% |
The median home value in Perry is $75,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $713 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,407.
Home Values
| Census Median | $75,000 |
| 73% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $160,407 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $713 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 27.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $984 |
| 1 Bedroom | $989 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,147 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,822 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,868 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.49% |
In Perry, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Perry vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.4% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.6% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.5% |
| Depression | 26.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.1% |
| Premature Death | 12,472/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 50 |
Crime Rates: Perry vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Perry has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 61.1°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 51.2 inches |
| 35% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 2.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 353 ft (108 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 459/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.0462°N, 92.7944°W |
| County FIPS | 05029 |