Median Income
$58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value
$80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Pulaski Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population216
Median Age59.4 yrs
Density270/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Economy
A
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$24,211
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,815M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$80,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity42.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp66°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Elevation205 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+94.3%
School Score4.56
Community
2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute27 min
Broadband50.0%
Libraries1
Is Pulaski a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Pulaski receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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. Pulaski offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Pulaski is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Pulaski is $80,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Pulaski enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Pulaski has a population of 216 with a density of 270 people per square mile. The median age is 59.4 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.1%), with 28.2% Black.
Population
59.4yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.6% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.4% |
| 97% below US avg |
The median household income in Pulaski is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $58,750 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,211 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $906 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,267 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,922 |
| County GDP | $3,815M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 159 |
| Healthcare | 215 |
| Retail | 288 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,406 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.26% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.9 min |
| Work from Home | 4.7% |
The median home value in Pulaski is $80,000, 72% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $80,000 |
| 72% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $854 |
| 1 Bedroom | $858 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,003 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,280 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,438 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,406 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.26% |
In Pulaski, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Pulaski vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.2% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.9% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 4.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.9% |
| Depression | 21.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 15.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 78.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.6% |
| Premature Death | 9,168/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 55.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 215 |
Crime Rates: Pulaski vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
Safety Score
Pulaski has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
49°F Jan (10°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 66.3°F |
| 23% above US avg |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.0 inches |
| 24% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 205 ft (62 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 270/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.3907°N, 81.9534°W |
| County FIPS | 13031 |