Median Income
$52,188
31% lower than US avg
Home Value
$163,800
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$934
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.7%
19% higher than US avg
How Plummer Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,055
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density837/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 44%
Economy
B+
Median Income$52,188
Per Capita$26,293
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty14.7%
County GDP$558M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$163,800
Rent$934
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$297,481
Health
Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain28.5 in/yr
Elevation2,715 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+82.6%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute19 min
Libraries4
Is Plummer a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Plummer receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Plummer offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Plummer is $52,188, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 14.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Plummer is $163,800, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $934 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Plummer experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Plummer has a population of 1,055 with a density of 837 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (48.3%), with 44% White, 4.4% Black.
Population
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.0% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Spanish | 9.0% |
| 33% below US avg |
The median household income in Plummer is $52,188, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,188 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,293 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,080 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,676 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.7% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 427 |
| County GDP | $558M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 29 |
| Healthcare | 12 |
| Retail | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,821 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.72% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.0 min |
| Work from Home | 2.1% |
The median home value in Plummer is $163,800, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $934 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $297,481.
Home Values
| Census Median | $163,800 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $297,481 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $934 |
| 20% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,821 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.72% |
In Plummer, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Plummer vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.3% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.6% |
| Asthma | 13.2% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.0% |
| Depression | 23.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 16.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.2% |
| Premature Death | 11,075/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 58.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 12 |
Crime Rates: Plummer vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Plummer has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
67°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 46.5°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 28.5 inches |
| 25% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,715 ft (828 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 837/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.3301°N, 116.8849°W |
| County FIPS | 16009 |