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Bella Villa, MO

Missouri

Bella Villa is a small town in Missouri with a population of 664. Residents earn $55,250 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
664 Population 5,108/sq mi density
$55,250 Median Income $32,005 per capita
$147,100 Home Value $188,722 Zillow
$1,199 Median Rent 31.8% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
138 Violent Crime/100K 828 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$55,250 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$147,100 home value, $1,199/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
138 violent crimes/100K (64% below avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,250
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $147,100
48% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 138/100K
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,199
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.2%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

How Bella Villa Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population664
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density5,108/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,250
Per Capita$32,005
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty4.9%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$147,100
Rent$1,199
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$188,722
Housing Units332
Rent Burden31.8%

Crime

F
Violent138/100K
Property828/100K
Murder137.9/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary276/100K

Health

Obesity33.2%
Uninsured9.4%
Smoking19.2%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation456 ft (139 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+88.0%
Graduate+6.6%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute28 min
Broadband91.2%

Is Bella Villa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bella Villa receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Bella Villa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bella Villa is $55,250, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bella Villa is $147,100, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,199 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Bella Villa is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 138 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 828 per 100,000, 58% below the national average.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Bella Villa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bella Villa has a population of 664 with a density of 5,108 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (89.2%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 76.4% of residents, while 23.6% speak Spanish. 6.2% of the population are veterans. 14.5% of residents have a disability. 91.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

664
Total Population
5,108
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bella Villa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.4%
3% below US avg
Spanish23.6%
76% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bella Villa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bella Villa is $55,250, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,005 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 8.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bella Villa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,250
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,005

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bella Villa is $147,100, 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,722, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,199 (3% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 332 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1948. 31.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$147,100
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$188,722

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,199
3% above US avg
Rent Burden31.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.2%
Housing Units332
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

In Bella Villa, 33.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.1% of residents. 33.2% have high blood pressure. 19.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 19.1% report binge drinking. 28.5% are physically inactive. 28.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.3% experience frequent mental distress. 9.4% of residents lack health insurance.

Health Metrics: Bella Villa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.2%
3% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep33.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.5%
Uninsured9.4%
9% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits61.4%

Food & Exercise

Bella Villa has a violent crime rate of 138 per 100,000 residents, 64% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 137.9 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 828 per 100,000, 58% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 414, burglary at 276, vehicle theft at 138 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Bella Villa receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Bella Villa vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent137.9/100K
64% below US avg
Murder137.9/100K
2089% above US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property827.6/100K
58% below US avg
Burglary275.9/100K
Theft413.8/100K
Vehicle Theft137.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Bella Villa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. The area receives 7.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 456 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall7.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation456 ft (139 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density5,108/sq mi
Coordinates38.5436°N, 90.2854°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.0 in Driest
February 35°F (2°C) 2.2 in
March 45°F (7°C) 3.5 in
April 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
May 66°F (19°C) 4.1 in Wettest
June 75°F (24°C) 3.6 in
July 78°F (26°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 3.2 in
September 70°F (21°C) 3.3 in
October 58°F (15°C) 2.8 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.0 in Coldest

Bella Villa has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 34°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (2.0").

18.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 45% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 91.2% of households have broadband internet access. 84.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.6%
45% below US avg
High School+88.0%
Graduate Degree+6.6%
School Test Score5.51
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density5,108/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.2%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Bella Villa

What is the population of Bella Villa?

Bella Villa has a population of 664 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 5,108 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Bella Villa expensive to live in?

Bella Villa is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $55,250, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $147,100 (48% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,199 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bella Villa safe?

Bella Villa is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 138 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 828 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Bella Villa receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bella Villa?

Bella Villa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.6 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Bella Villa?

The job market in Bella Villa is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 8.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bella Villa?

The median home value in Bella Villa is $147,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,722. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,199. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Bella Villa?

Schools in Bella Villa score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 18.6% of adults in Bella Villa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bella Villa?

The obesity rate in Bella Villa is 33.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.2% of adults are smokers. 28.5% are physically inactive. 28.0% of residents report depression. 9.4% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Bella Villa?

The average commute in Bella Villa is 28 minutes. 84.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bella Villa?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bella Villa is 89.2% White, 2% Black or African American, 1.2% Hispanic or Latino. 76.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 23.6% speak Spanish. 6.2% of the population are military veterans. 14.5% of residents have a disability. 91.5% have health insurance coverage.

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