Bell Hill, WA

Washington

Bell Hill is a small town in Washington with a population of 951. Residents earn $75,765 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
951 Population 359/sq mi density
$75,765 Median Income $54,323 per capita
$801,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$75,765 median income, 2.6% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$801,600 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
61.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,765
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $801,600
184% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 61.0%
81% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.2%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population951
Median Age70.4 yrs
Density359/mi²
Male / Female56% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,765
Per Capita$54,323
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,233M
Commute17 min

Housing

F
Home Value$801,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Elevation1,015 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+61.0%
High School+98.1%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 22% / D 74%
Commute17 min
Libraries3

Is Bell Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bell Hill receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Bell Hill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bell Hill is $75,765, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate 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 Bell Hill is $801,600, making it a premium housing market at 184% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 10.6x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Bell Hill is a highly educated community — 61.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Bell Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Bell Hill has a population of 951 with a density of 359 people per square mile. The median age is 70.4 years, 81% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%).

Population

951
Total Population
359
People / sq mi
70.4yrs
Median Age
81% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.5%
Female 44.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bell Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bell Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bell Hill is $75,765, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Bell Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,765
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,323
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$119,236

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,049
County GDP$1,233M

Business (County)

Restaurants103
Healthcare71
Retail106
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,518
201% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.5 min
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bell Hill is $801,600, 184% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$801,600
184% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,082
1 Bedroom$1,180
2 Bedrooms$1,472
3 Bedrooms$2,003
4 Bedrooms$2,351

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,518
201% above US avg
Effective Rate1.31%
In Bell Hill, 29.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 15.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.2%
9% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure26.1%
Asthma12.3%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity15.3%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate67.0%
Premature Death3,315/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access81.5%
Healthcare Facilities71

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Bell Hill has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.9 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall1.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,015 ft (309 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²)
Population Density359/sq mi
Coordinates48.0550°N, 123.0870°W
County FIPS53055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 61.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 51.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 22.3%
D 73.7%

Winner: Democrat by 51.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+61.0%
81% above US avg
High School+98.1%
School Test Score5.36
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density359/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities71
Restaurants103
Retail Stores106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.5 min
Work from Home8.3%

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