Median Income
$63,125
16% lower than US avg
Home Value
$117,000
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$547
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.6%
55% lower than US avg
How Pilger Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population288
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density960/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
A
Median Income$63,125
Per Capita$32,697
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$804M
Commute32 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$117,000
Rent$547
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$298,384
Health
Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Elevation1,408 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+95.4%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute32 min
Libraries3
Is Pilger a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Pilger receives an overall livability score of 4.0 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 high obesity rates. Pilger stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Pilger is $63,125, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Pilger is $117,000, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $547 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Pilger experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.2 inches, including 25.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Pilger has a population of 288 with a density of 960 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%).
Population
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.6% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.4% |
| 60% below US avg |
The median household income in Pilger is $63,125, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,125 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,697 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $870 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,868 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.6% |
| 55% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 281 |
| County GDP | $804M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 21 |
| Retail | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,525 |
| 29% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.87% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.8 min |
| Work from Home | 0.6% |
The median home value in Pilger is $117,000, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $547 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $298,384.
Home Values
| Census Median | $117,000 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $298,384 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $547 |
| 53% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,525 |
| 29% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.87% |
In Pilger, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.3% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Pilger vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.2% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.1% |
| Asthma | 9.2% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.9% |
| Depression | 17.3% |
| Mental Distress | 14.7% |
| Physical Distress | 11.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.1% |
| Premature Death | 4,889/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
Crime Rates: Pilger vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Pilger has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 48.4°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 26.2 inches |
| 31% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 25.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,408 ft (429 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 960/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.0075°N, 97.0549°W |
| County FIPS | 31179 |