Median Income
$56,750
24% lower than US avg
Home Value
$178,900
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Pierceville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population108
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density196/mi²
Male / Female30% / 70%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans75.0%
Economy
A
Median Income$56,750
Per Capita$16,530
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,408M
Commute12 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$178,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation1,011 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute12 min
Broadband32.0%
Libraries4
Is Pierceville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Pierceville receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Pierceville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Pierceville is $56,750, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Pierceville is $178,900, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Pierceville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Pierceville has a population of 108 with a density of 196 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Pierceville 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
Pierceville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Pierceville is $56,750, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.
Income: Pierceville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,750 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $16,530 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,046 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,647 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 800 |
| County GDP | $1,408M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 46 |
| Healthcare | 69 |
| Retail | 102 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,633 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.47% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 12.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 72.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 27.8% |
The median home value in Pierceville is $178,900, 37% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $178,900 |
| 37% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
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) | $2,633 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.47% |
Health Metrics: Pierceville vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 79.2% |
| |
| Premature Death | 9,690/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 31.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 69 |
Crime Rates: Pierceville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Pierceville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,011 ft (308 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 196/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.1331°N, 85.1786°W |
| County FIPS | 18137 |