Bell Arthur, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Bell Arthur is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 649.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
649 Population 349/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $17,150 per capita
$137,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
56.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $137,300
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 56.3%
67% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 23.1%
542% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population649
Median Age25.0 yrs
Density349/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$17,150
Unemployment23.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$12,529M

Housing

Home Value$137,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation77 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+56.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
CommuteN/A
Libraries7

Is Bell Arthur a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bell Arthur receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Bell Arthur stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 23.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bell Arthur is $137,300, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Bell Arthur is a highly educated community — 56.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Bell Arthur enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bell Arthur has a population of 649 with a density of 349 people per square mile. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.9%).

Population

649
Total Population
349
People / sq mi
25.0yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.8%
Female 57.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bell Arthur vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.4%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.6%
69% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bell Arthur vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bell Arthur is N/A. The unemployment rate is 23.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Bell Arthur vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$17,150
Avg Weekly Wage$1,151
IRS Avg AGI$73,322

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment23.1%
542% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,498
County GDP$12,529M

Business (County)

Restaurants399
Healthcare520
Retail605
Manufacturing91

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,983
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.90%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bell Arthur is $137,300, 51% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,300
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,983
14% above US avg
Effective Rate2.90%
In Bell Arthur, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bell Arthur vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%
Checkup Rate79.0%
Premature Death10,748/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access90.1%
Healthcare Facilities520

Crime Rates: Bell Arthur vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Bell Arthur has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall4.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation77 ft (23 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density349/sq mi
Coordinates35.5912°N, 77.5127°W
County FIPS37147
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 56.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%
D 52.5%

Winner: Democrat by 6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+56.3%
67% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.46
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density349/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities520
Restaurants399
Retail Stores605

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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