Pierson, IA

Iowa

Pierson is a small town in Iowa with a population of 291. Residents earn $56,563 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
291 Population 606/sq mi density
$56,563 Median Income $24,995 per capita
$85,300 Home Value $160,275 Zillow
$644 Median Rent 17.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$56,563 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,300 home value, $644/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,563
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,300
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $644
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population291
Median Age32.7 yrs
Density606/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans15.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,563
Per Capita$24,995
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$1,087M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,300
Rent$644
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$160,275
Rent Burden17.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain31.2 in/yr
Elevation1,277 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+96.6%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute30 min
Broadband82.5%
Libraries6

Is Pierson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pierson receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Pierson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pierson is $56,563, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pierson is $85,300, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $644 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Pierson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.2 inches, including 37.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Pierson has a population of 291 with a density of 606 people per square mile. The median age is 32.7 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

291
Total Population
606
People / sq mi
32.7yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Pierson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pierson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pierson is $56,563, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Pierson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,563
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,995
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$74,807

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)452
County GDP$1,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare33
Retail45
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,325
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Pierson is $85,300, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $644 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,275.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,300
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$160,275

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$644
45% below US avg
Rent Burden17.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,325
5% below US avg
Effective Rate3.90%
In Pierson, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death7,020/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities33

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Pierson has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.2 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall37.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,277 ft (389 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density606/sq mi
Coordinates42.5436°N, 95.8665°W
County FIPS19035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.8-point margin. 82.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.2%
D 26.5%

Winner: Republican by 45.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.1%
61% below US avg
High School+96.6%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density606/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.5%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants30
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

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