Median Income
$27,500
63% lower than US avg
Home Value
$88,500
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$435
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
45.4%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
38.5%
210% higher than US avg
How Pinewood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population559
Median Age33.7 yrs
Density522/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 36%
Economy
C
Median Income$27,500
Per Capita$22,017
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty38.5%
County GDP$6,288M
Commute32 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$88,500
Rent$435
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$136,775
Health
Obesity45.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Elevation191 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+88.1%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute32 min
Libraries4
Is Pinewood a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Pinewood receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Pinewood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Pinewood is $27,500, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. The poverty rate of 38.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Pinewood is $88,500, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $435 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Pinewood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Pinewood has a population of 559 with a density of 522 people per square mile. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (52.1%), with 35.6% White, 8.2% Hispanic.
Population
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.3% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.7% |
| 95% below US avg |
The median household income in Pinewood is $27,500, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 38.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $27,500 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $22,017 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,024 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,168 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 38.5% |
| 210% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,305 |
| County GDP | $6,288M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 178 |
| Healthcare | 213 |
| Retail | 374 |
| Manufacturing | 71 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,945 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.33% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.9 min |
| Work from Home | 5.5% |
The median home value in Pinewood is $88,500, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $435 (63% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $136,775.
Home Values
| Census Median | $88,500 |
| 69% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $136,775 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $435 |
| 63% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,945 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.33% |
In Pinewood, 45.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Pinewood vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 45.4% |
| 41% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.2% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 7.9% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.3% |
| Depression | 22.9% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 80.9% |
| Premature Death | 13,356/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 213 |
Crime Rates: Pinewood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 30 |
Safety Score
Pinewood has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 62.1°F |
| 15% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 48.8 inches |
| 29% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 191 ft (58 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 522/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.7396°N, 80.4620°W |
| County FIPS | 45085 |