Median Income
$66,597
11% lower than US avg
Home Value
$110,700
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$786
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.3%
33% lower than US avg
How Pierceton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,349
Median Age34.6 yrs
Density1,079/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
A
Median Income$66,597
Per Capita$33,339
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$7,836M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$110,700
Rent$786
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$242,296
Health
Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Elevation918 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+89.0%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute24 min
Libraries6
Is Pierceton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Pierceton 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 high obesity rates. Pierceton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Pierceton is $66,597, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Pierceton is $110,700, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $786 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Pierceton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Pierceton has a population of 1,349 with a density of 1,079 people per square mile. The median age is 34.6 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.8%).
Population
34.6yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Pierceton vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.0% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.0% |
| 40% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Pierceton vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Pierceton is $66,597, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income: Pierceton vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,597 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,339 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,133 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $77,961 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.3% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,157 |
| County GDP | $7,836M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 180 |
| Healthcare | 173 |
| Retail | 284 |
| Manufacturing | 181 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,375 |
| 25% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.95% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.7 min |
| Work from Home | 4.1% |
The median home value in Pierceton is $110,700, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $786 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $242,296.
Home Values
| Census Median | $110,700 |
| 61% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $242,296 |
| Median List Price | $115,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $115,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $165 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $786 |
| 32% 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) | $4,375 |
| 25% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.95% |
In Pierceton, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Pierceton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.7% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.0% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.6% |
| Depression | 27.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.6% |
| Premature Death | 9,156/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 173 |
Crime Rates: Pierceton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
Safety Score
Pierceton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.5 inches |
| 7% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 918 ft (280 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,079/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.1993°N, 85.7031°W |
| County FIPS | 18085 |