What are the schools like in Pierson, MI?

Pierson is served primarily by Tri County Area Schools. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 18.1:1.

What is the median household income in Pierson?

The median household income in Pierson, MI is $33,750 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.0%.

What is the weather like in Pierson, MI?

Pierson has an average high temperature of 31.2°F in January and 84.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 72.9 inches.

Pierson, MI Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Pierson, MI affordable or expensive?

Pierson's cost of living index is 95, where 100 represents the national average. This means Pierson is 5% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $84,600 and the median rent is $950 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Pierson, MI?

Pierson has a violent crime rate of 208.2 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 793.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Pierson, MI a Good Place to Live?

Pierson is a small town of 133 in Michigan, with a median household income of $33,750 and a 2.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 95 (US average = 100), which is 5% below the national average.

Strengths: Pierson stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Pierson is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Pierson city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 95.2

Pierson's overall cost of living index is 95.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Pierson costs roughly 5% less than the average American city.

Metric	Pierson, MI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$84,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$950	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	73.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$33,750	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Pierson's violent crime rate is 208.2 per 100,000 residents — 45% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

208.2 /100k

Property Crime

793.6 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Pierson is served primarily by Tri County Area Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18.1:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Pierson, MI	National Avg
School District	Tri County Area Schools	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	18.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	2.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	78.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Pierson sees average highs of 31.2°F in January and 84.3°F in July, with 36.6 inches of annual precipitation and 72.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Pierson, MI
Average High — January	31.2°F
Average High — July	84.3°F
Annual Precipitation	36.6"
Annual Snowfall	72.9"

Demographics

Metric	Pierson, MI	National Avg
Population	133	—
Median Age	32.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	99.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	27.8%	22.2%
65 and over	17.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Pierson

Pierson, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

49339

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pierson, MI affordable or expensive?

Pierson's cost of living index is 95, where 100 is the national average. That makes Pierson roughly 5% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $84,600 and median rent is $950/month.

What is the crime rate in Pierson, MI?

Pierson's violent crime rate is 208.2 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 793.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Pierson?

Public schools in Pierson are operated by Tri County Area Schools. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18.1:1. 2.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Pierson, MI a good place to live?

Pierson, MI has a population of 133, a median household income of $33,750, and an unemployment rate of 2.0%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Pierson?

Pierson averages 31.2°F in January and 84.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 36.6 inches with about 72.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Pierson?

Pierson, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 49339.

What is the population of Pierson?

The population of Pierson, Michigan is 133 with a median age of 32.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Pierson?

Key numbers for living in Pierson: cost of living index 95 (100 = US average), median home $84,600, median household income $33,750, crime index 48 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Pierson side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.