Median Income
$53,125
29% lower than US avg
Home Value
$171,700
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.4%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.1%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.6%
87% lower than US avg
How Pierce Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population465
Median Age56.7 yrs
Density560/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans20.9%
Economy
A
Median Income$53,125
Per Capita$36,997
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$474M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$171,700
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$185,185
Rent Burden23.3%
Health
Obesity31.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Elevation3,291 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.4%
High School+92.2%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute25 min
Broadband77.9%
Libraries4
Is Pierce a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Pierce receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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. Pierce offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Pierce is $53,125, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Pierce is $171,700, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Pierce has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 113.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Pierce has a population of 465 with a density of 560 people per square mile. The median age is 56.7 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%).
Population
56.7yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.1% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.9% |
| 78% below US avg |
The median household income in Pierce is $53,125, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $53,125 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,997 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $972 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,512 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.6% |
| 87% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 357 |
| County GDP | $474M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 31 |
| Healthcare | 21 |
| Retail | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,842 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.66% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 69.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.1% |
The median home value in Pierce is $171,700, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $185,185.
Home Values
| Census Median | $171,700 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $185,185 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $850 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 23.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,842 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.66% |
In Pierce, 31.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Pierce vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.1% |
| 3% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.4% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.5% |
| Depression | 23.8% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.5% |
| Premature Death | 10,737/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 37.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
Crime Rates: Pierce vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Pierce has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 43.6°F |
| 19% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.1 inches |
| 13% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 113.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,291 ft (1,003 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 560/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.4953°N, 115.8033°W |
| County FIPS | 16035 |