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Pierron, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Pierron is a small town in Illinois with a population of 378. Residents earn $62,750 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
378 Population 518/sq mi density
$62,750 Median Income $28,510 per capita
$103,400 Home Value $130,268 Zillow
$992 Median Rent 45.0% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$62,750 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,400 home value, $992/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,750
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,400
63% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $992
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.3%
56% higher than US avg

How Pierron Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population378
Median Age50.5 yrs
Density518/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,750
Per Capita$28,510
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty19.3%
County GDP$781M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,400
Rent$992
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$130,268
Housing Units199
Rent Burden45.0%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking14.6%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation534 ft (163 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+94.1%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute24 min
Broadband74.9%
Libraries1

Is Pierron a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pierron receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Pierron offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pierron is $62,750, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 19.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pierron is $103,400, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $992 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Pierron is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Pierron enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 11.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Pierron has a population of 378 with a density of 518 people per square mile. The median age is 50.5 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

378
Total Population
518
People / sq mi
50.5yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pierron vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pierron vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pierron is $62,750, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Pierron vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,750
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,510
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$65,189

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.3%
56% above US avg
Establishments (County)320
County GDP$781M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare32
Retail35
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,025
44% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Pierron is $103,400, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $992 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $130,268.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,400
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$130,268

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$992
15% below US avg
Rent Burden45.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.9%
Housing Units199
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,025
44% above US avg
Effective Rate4.86%
In Pierron, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pierron vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,844
Dentists1:5,522
Mental Health1:567
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits62.6%
Premature Death7,670/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access62.2%
Healthcare Facilities32
Pierron has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Pierron vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Pierron has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.7°F
7% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall11.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation534 ft (163 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density518/sq mi
Coordinates38.7792°N, 89.5918°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.8-point margin. 74.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 26.5%

Winner: Republican by 44.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+94.1%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density518/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants31
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

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