Median Income
$56,288
25% lower than US avg
Home Value
$48,900
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$663
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.3%
7% higher than US avg
How Bazine Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population454
Median Age24.3 yrs
Density1,009/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 44%
Economy
B+
Median Income$56,288
Per Capita$24,896
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$227M
Commute17 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$48,900
Rent$663
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$71,230
Health
Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain22.6 in/yr
Elevation2,130 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+80.9%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 88% / D 9%
Commute17 min
Libraries2
Is Bazine a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bazine receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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. Bazine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bazine is $56,288, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bazine is $48,900, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $663 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Bazine experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.6 inches, including 15.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Bazine has a population of 454 with a density of 1,009 people per square mile. The median age is 24.3 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (43.8%), with 5.9% Hispanic.
Population
24.3yrs
Median Age
38% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 51.8% |
| 34% below US avg |
| Spanish | 48.2% |
| 260% above US avg |
The median household income in Bazine is $56,288, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,288 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,896 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $937 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,985 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.3% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 144 |
| County GDP | $227M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 4 |
| Healthcare | 10 |
| Retail | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,320 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.79% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 17.1 min |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |
The median home value in Bazine is $48,900, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $663 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $71,230.
Home Values
| Census Median | $48,900 |
| 83% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $71,230 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $663 |
| 43% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,320 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.79% |
In Bazine, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bazine vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.5% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.7% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.8% |
| Depression | 20.8% |
| Mental Distress | 17.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 84.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.8% |
| Premature Death | 13,844/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 11.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
Crime Rates: Bazine vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Bazine has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 53.9°F |
| 0% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 22.6 inches |
| 41% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 15.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,130 ft (649 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,009/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.4461°N, 99.6930°W |
| County FIPS | 20135 |