Median Income
$68,929
8% lower than US avg
Home Value
$163,300
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.5%
7% lower than US avg
How Bell Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population507
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density309/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans8.0%
Economy
A
Median Income$68,929
Per Capita$30,835
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$576M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$163,300
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$287,863
Rent Burden16.1%
Health
Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp68°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain54.4 in/yr
Elevation66 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+83.9%
School Score5.60
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%
Commute26 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries1
Is Bell a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bell receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Bell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bell is $68,929, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bell is $163,300, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Bell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Bell has a population of 507 with a density of 309 people per square mile. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.3%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 1.2% Black.
Population
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 87.2% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Spanish | 12.8% |
| 4% below US avg |
The median household income in Bell is $68,929, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $68,929 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,835 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $901 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,014 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.5% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 394 |
| County GDP | $576M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Healthcare | 24 |
| Retail | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,311 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.64% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 68.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.0% |
The median home value in Bell is $163,300, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $287,863.
Home Values
| Census Median | $163,300 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $287,863 |
| Median List Price | $245,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $245,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $168 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.2% |
| Price Drops | 25.0% |
| Inventory | 8 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,000 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 16.1% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,311 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.64% |
In Bell, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.6% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bell vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.1% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.5% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.1% |
| Depression | 20.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.7% |
| Physical Distress | 15.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.7% |
| Premature Death | 10,657/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 24 |
Crime Rates: Bell vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Bell has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
53°F Jan (11°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 67.7°F |
| 25% above US avg |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 54.4 inches |
| 43% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 309/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.7568°N, 82.8620°W |
| County FIPS | 12041 |