Home Value
$450,000
60% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
36.4%
8% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
46.3%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment
20.5%
469% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
100.0%
706% higher than US avg
How Piney Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population52
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density12/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 27%
Veterans13.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment20.5%
Poverty100.0%
County GDP$593M
Housing
Home Value$450,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity46.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease8.1%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,110 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+36.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
CommuteN/A
Broadband13.0%
Libraries2
Is Piney a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Piney receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Piney offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
At 20.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 100.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Piney is $450,000, making it a premium housing market at 60% above the U.S. median of $281,900.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 36.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Piney enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Piney has a population of 52 with a density of 12 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (26.9%), with 15.4% Hispanic.
Population
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Piney is N/A. The unemployment rate is 20.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $815 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $44,121 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 20.5% |
| 469% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 100.0% |
| 706% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 355 |
| County GDP | $593M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 17 |
| Retail | 57 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,870 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.42% |
The median home value in Piney is $450,000, 60% above the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $450,000 |
| 60% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,870 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.42% |
In Piney, 46.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 40.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Piney vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 46.3% |
| 44% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.9% |
| Heart Disease | 8.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.4% |
| Asthma | 13.7% |
| COPD | 11.3% |
| Stroke | 4.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 40.0% |
| Depression | 28.4% |
| Mental Distress | 22.5% |
| Physical Distress | 18.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
| Premature Death | 16,046/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 15.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
Crime Rates: Piney vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Piney has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 59.1°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,110 ft (338 m) |
| Area | 4.5 sq mi (11.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.8905°N, 94.5559°W |
| County FIPS | 40001 |