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Pierson, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Pierson is a small town in Michigan with a population of 139. Residents earn $41,250 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
139 Population 556/sq mi density
$41,250 Median Income $21,068 per capita
$92,500 Home Value $279,563 Zillow
$825 Median Rent 38.1% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$41,250 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,500 home value, $825/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,250
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,500
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.4%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.8%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population139
Median Age34.7 yrs
Density556/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans96.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,250
Per Capita$21,068
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty14.8%
County GDP$2,158M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,500
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$279,563
Housing Units55
Rent Burden38.1%

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking16.4%
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation909 ft (277 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.4%
High School+79.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute32 min
Broadband55.0%
Libraries8

Is Pierson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pierson receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, 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 $41,250, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pierson is $92,500, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Pierson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches, including 72.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Pierson has a population of 139 with a density of 556 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

139
Total Population
556
People / sq mi
34.7yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Pierson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pierson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pierson is $41,250, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Pierson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,250
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,068
Avg Weekly Wage$909
IRS Avg AGI$55,319

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.8%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,086
County GDP$2,158M

Business (County)

Restaurants93
Healthcare122
Retail201
Manufacturing74

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,619
32% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Pierson is $92,500, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $279,563.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,500
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$279,563

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden38.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.7%
Housing Units55
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,619
32% above US avg
Effective Rate4.99%
In Pierson, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 27.5% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits66.1%
Premature Death8,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access50.1%
Healthcare Facilities122
Pierson has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall72.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation909 ft (277 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density556/sq mi
Coordinates43.3196°N, 85.4975°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 3.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39-point margin. 55.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.4%
90% below US avg
High School+79.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.23
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density556/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities122
Restaurants93
Retail Stores201

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

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