Median Income
$73,393
2% lower than US avg
Home Value
$90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.8%
29% lower than US avg
How Belden Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population114
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density760/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans88.0%
Economy
A
Median Income$73,393
Per Capita$40,141
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$562M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$90,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Elevation1,580 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+98.5%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute29 min
Broadband44.0%
Libraries3
Is Belden a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Belden receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Belden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Belden is $73,393, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Belden is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Belden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches, including 32.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Belden has a population of 114 with a density of 760 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%).
Population
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.2% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.8% |
| 87% below US avg |
The median household income in Belden is $73,393, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $73,393 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $40,141 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $857 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $77,007 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.8% |
| 29% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 342 |
| County GDP | $562M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 52 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,860 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.18% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.8 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Belden is $90,000, 68% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $90,000 |
| 68% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,860 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.18% |
In Belden, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.1% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Belden vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.1% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.8% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.2% |
| Depression | 18.1% |
| Mental Distress | 15.5% |
| Physical Distress | 10.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.5% |
| Premature Death | 5,345/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
Crime Rates: Belden vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Belden has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 48.3°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 27.5 inches |
| 28% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 32.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,580 ft (482 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 760/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.4117°N, 97.2074°W |
| County FIPS | 31027 |