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Pulaski, IA

Iowa

Pulaski is a small town in Iowa with a population of 365. Residents earn $71,667 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
365 Population 830/sq mi density
$71,667 Median Income $29,758 per capita
$83,800 Home Value $138,293 Zillow
$788 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$71,667 median income, 8.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,800 home value, $788/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,667
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,800
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.8%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $788
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.9%
147% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.1%
54% higher than US avg

How Pulaski Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population365
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density830/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$71,667
Per Capita$29,758
Unemployment8.9%
Poverty19.1%
County GDP$407M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,800
Rent$788
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$138,293
Housing Units157
Rent Burden30.0%

Health

Obesity37.0%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking15.9%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation836 ft (255 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.8%
High School+86.9%
Graduate+4.6%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute19 min
Broadband84.1%
Libraries1

Is Pulaski a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pulaski receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. 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 $71,667, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pulaski is $83,800, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Pulaski experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches, including 24.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Pulaski has a population of 365 with a density of 830 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).

Population

365
Total Population
830
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Pulaski vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pulaski vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pulaski is $71,667, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Pulaski vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,667
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,758
Avg Weekly Wage$974
IRS Avg AGI$62,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.9%
147% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.1%
54% above US avg
Establishments (County)256
County GDP$407M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare19
Retail31
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,575
2% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.4 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pulaski is $83,800, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $788 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,293.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,800
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$138,293

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$788
32% below US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.5%
Housing Units157
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,575
2% above US avg
Effective Rate4.27%
In Pulaski, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pulaski vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep32.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.1%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits69.8%
Premature Death8,768/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access41.2%
Healthcare Facilities19
Pulaski has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.1 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall24.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation836 ft (255 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density830/sq mi
Coordinates40.6944°N, 92.2742°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.4-point margin. 84.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 54.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.8%
44% below US avg
High School+86.9%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density830/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.1%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants13
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.4 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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