Median Income
$42,250
44% lower than US avg
Home Value
$264,400
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Pioneer Junction Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population734
Median Age60.5 yrs
Density209/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Economy
B+
Median Income$42,250
Per Capita$28,544
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$880M
Commute21 min
Housing
B
Home Value$264,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQI26 (Good)
Elevation2,436 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+94.9%
School Score5.68
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute21 min
Libraries3
Is Pioneer Junction a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Pioneer Junction receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Pioneer Junction offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Pioneer Junction is $42,250, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Pioneer Junction is $264,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 6.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Pioneer Junction has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Pioneer Junction has a population of 734 with a density of 209 people per square mile. The median age is 60.5 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).
Population
60.5yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Pioneer Junction vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Pioneer Junction vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Pioneer Junction is $42,250, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income: Pioneer Junction vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $42,250 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,544 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $915 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,336 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 960 |
| County GDP | $880M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 70 |
| Healthcare | 63 |
| Retail | 89 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,052 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.15% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.4 min |
| Work from Home | 8.6% |
The median home value in Pioneer Junction is $264,400, 6% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $264,400 |
| 6% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,052 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.15% |
In Pioneer Junction, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Pioneer Junction vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.9% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.2% |
| Depression | 27.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.0% |
| Premature Death | 9,743/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 63 |
Crime Rates: Pioneer Junction vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Pioneer Junction has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 45.4°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,436 ft (742 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 209/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.3158°N, 115.5183°W |
| County FIPS | 30053 |