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Pierson, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Cherokee County County
Pierson, IA
At a Glance
How Pierson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pierson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pierson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pierson residents earn a median household income of $56,563 , which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,995. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6% (0% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 452 business establishments, including 30 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pierson is $85,300 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $160,275. Median rent is $644/month, with 17.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Pierson reports 291 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 24% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,181/100K.
Education
13.1% of adults in Pierson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 96.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pierson has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.