Home Value
$88,900
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.7%
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
41.0%
231% higher than US avg
How Petersburg Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population308
Median Age27.9 yrs
Density203/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans0.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,448
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty41.0%
County GDP$4,200M
Commute13 min
Housing
Home Value$88,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$167,825
Health
Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation1,094 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.7%
High School+94.0%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute13 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries4
Is Petersburg a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Petersburg receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Petersburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 41.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Petersburg is $88,900, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Petersburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Petersburg has a population of 308 with a density of 203 people per square mile. The median age is 27.9 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 6.5% Black.
Population
27.9yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Petersburg vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Petersburg vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Petersburg is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 41.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.
Income: Petersburg vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $24,448 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,018 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,599 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 41.0% |
| 231% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,000 |
| County GDP | $4,200M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 164 |
| Healthcare | 280 |
| Retail | 253 |
| Manufacturing | 126 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,252 |
| 50% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.91% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 13.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 72.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 14.4% |
The median home value in Petersburg is $88,900, 68% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $167,825.
Home Values
| Census Median | $88,900 |
| 68% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $167,825 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
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) | $5,252 |
| 50% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.91% |
In Petersburg, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Petersburg vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.1% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 8.9% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.7% |
| Depression | 28.9% |
| Mental Distress | 21.2% |
| Physical Distress | 15.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 11,919/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 280 |
Crime Rates: Petersburg vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Petersburg has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,094 ft (333 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 203/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.9100°N, 80.5336°W |
| County FIPS | 42073 |