Median Income
$60,074
20% lower than US avg
Home Value
$130,100
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
48.7%
52% higher than US avg
Unemployment
8.9%
147% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
18.8%
52% higher than US avg
How Bell Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population411
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density87/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Economy
C+
Median Income$60,074
Per Capita$15,034
Unemployment8.9%
Poverty18.8%
County GDP$593M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$130,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity48.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease9.2%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,077 ft
Education
A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+81.6%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute28 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries2
Is Bell a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bell receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. 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 $60,074, 20% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bell is $130,100, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Bell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Bell has a population of 411 with a density of 87 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (99.3%).
Population
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 84.9% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Spanish | 15.1% |
| 13% above US avg |
The median household income in Bell is $60,074, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,074 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $15,034 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $815 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $44,121 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 8.9% |
| 147% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 18.8% |
| 52% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 355 |
| County GDP | $593M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 17 |
| Retail | 57 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,870 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.44% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Bell is $130,100, 54% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $130,100 |
| 54% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,870 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.44% |
In Bell, 48.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 42.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bell vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 48.7% |
| 52% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 17.7% |
| Heart Disease | 9.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.6% |
| Asthma | 15.1% |
| COPD | 11.5% |
| Stroke | 5.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 42.0% |
| Depression | 27.0% |
| Mental Distress | 23.8% |
| Physical Distress | 20.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 53.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.4% |
| Premature Death | 16,046/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 15.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
Crime Rates: Bell vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Bell has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 59.1°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,077 ft (328 m) |
| Area | 4.7 sq mi (12.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 87/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.7297°N, 94.5679°W |
| County FIPS | 40001 |