Median Income
$42,188
44% lower than US avg
Home Value
$102,400
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.6%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$686
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.8%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.9%
36% lower than US avg
How Prentice Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population466
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density231/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans14.8%
Economy
B+
Median Income$42,188
Per Capita$30,709
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$743M
Commute33 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$102,400
Rent$686
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$173,340
Rent Burden24.0%
Health
Obesity42.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp41°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Elevation1,535 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.6%
High School+95.1%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute33 min
Broadband83.9%
EV Stations1
Libraries3
Is Prentice a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Prentice receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Prentice offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Prentice is $42,188, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Prentice is $102,400, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $686 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Prentice has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Prentice has a population of 466 with a density of 231 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.3%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.
Population
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above 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 Prentice is $42,188, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $42,188 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,709 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $940 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,829 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.9% |
| 36% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 434 |
| County GDP | $743M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Healthcare | 36 |
| Retail | 52 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,067 |
| 16% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.97% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 10.3% |
The median home value in Prentice is $102,400, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $686 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,340.
Home Values
| Census Median | $102,400 |
| 64% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $173,340 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $686 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 24.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $797 |
| 1 Bedroom | $872 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,097 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,405 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,572 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,067 |
| 16% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.97% |
In Prentice, 42.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Prentice vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.8% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.9% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.5% |
| Depression | 25.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.6% |
| Premature Death | 6,009/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 36 |
Crime Rates: Prentice vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Prentice has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
11°F Jan (-12°C)
67°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 40.7°F |
| 25% below US avg |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 32.4 inches |
| 15% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,535 ft (468 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 231/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.5412°N, 90.2928°W |
| County FIPS | 55099 |