Median Income
$48,924
35% lower than US avg
Home Value
$94,700
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$634
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.9%
36% lower than US avg
How Petersburg Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,141
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density1,355/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Economy
B+
Median Income$48,924
Per Capita$30,907
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$694M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$94,700
Rent$634
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,529
Health
Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation449 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+86.1%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute27 min
Libraries3
Is Petersburg a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Petersburg receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Petersburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Petersburg is $48,924, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Petersburg is $94,700, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $634 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
12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Petersburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Petersburg has a population of 2,141 with a density of 1,355 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).
Population
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Petersburg vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.7% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.3% |
| 98% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Petersburg vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Petersburg is $48,924, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income: Petersburg vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,924 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,907 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,158 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,789 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.9% |
| 36% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 213 |
| County GDP | $694M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,913 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.08% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.6 min |
| Work from Home | 7.6% |
The median home value in Petersburg is $94,700, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $634 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,529.
Home Values
| Census Median | $94,700 |
| 66% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $165,529 |
| Median List Price | $164,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $164,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $85 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 101.0% |
| Price Drops | 12.5% |
| Inventory | 8 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $634 |
| 45% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,913 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.08% |
In Petersburg, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Petersburg vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.8% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.4% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.7% |
| Depression | 26.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 13.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.1% |
| Premature Death | 10,057/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
Crime Rates: Petersburg vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Petersburg has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 53.9°F |
| 0% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.9 inches |
| 26% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 449 ft (137 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,355/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.4922°N, 87.2810°W |
| County FIPS | 18125 |