Median Income
$64,208
15% lower than US avg
Home Value
$87,000
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment
4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.5%
1% higher than US avg
How Piney Grove Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population558
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density204/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
B+
Median Income$64,208
Per Capita$68,904
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$9,275M
Housing
A+
Home Value$87,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity30.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.2%
Heart Disease4.3%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Elevation472 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
CommuteN/A
Libraries2
Is Piney Grove a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Piney Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Piney Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Piney Grove is $64,208, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Piney Grove is $87,000, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Piney Grove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Piney Grove has a population of 558 with a density of 204 people per square mile. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Piney Grove vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.4% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.6% |
| 51% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Piney Grove vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Piney Grove is $64,208, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income: Piney Grove vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $64,208 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $68,904 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,027 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $78,658 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.5% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 4,362 |
| County GDP | $9,275M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 421 |
| Healthcare | 307 |
| Retail | 535 |
| Manufacturing | 141 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,789 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.21% |
The median home value in Piney Grove is $87,000, 69% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $87,000 |
| 69% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,789 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.21% |
In Piney Grove, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.2% report depression. 18.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Piney Grove vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.8% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.4% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 4.4% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.9% |
| Depression | 19.2% |
| Mental Distress | 15.7% |
| Physical Distress | 10.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 51.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,894/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 307 |
Crime Rates: Piney Grove vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Piney Grove has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.3°F |
| 19% above US avg |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 53.2 inches |
| 40% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 472 ft (144 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (7.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 204/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.6155°N, 85.0388°W |
| County FIPS | 01081 |