Median Income
$88,318
18% higher than US avg
Home Value
$439,600
56% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.5%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$862
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
28.3%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment
5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.5%
80% lower than US avg
How Bella Vista Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,843
Median Age47.3 yrs
Density145/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Economy
A
Median Income$88,318
Per Capita$42,066
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$11,870M
Commute22 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$439,600
Rent$862
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$422,483
Health
Obesity28.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain63.0 in/yr
Elevation631 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.5%
High School+90.4%
School Score4.69
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute22 min
Libraries4
Is Bella Vista a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bella Vista receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Bella Vista offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bella Vista is $88,318, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bella Vista is $439,600, making it a premium housing market at 56% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $862 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Bella Vista enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 63.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
Bella Vista has a population of 3,843 with a density of 145 people per square mile. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.5%), with 3.2% Hispanic.
Population
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Bella Vista vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.0% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.0% |
| 40% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Bella Vista vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Bella Vista is $88,318, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income: Bella Vista vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $88,318 |
| 18% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $42,066 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,141 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,441 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.2% |
| 44% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.5% |
| 80% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 8,748 |
| County GDP | $11,870M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 430 |
| Healthcare | 667 |
| Retail | 615 |
| Manufacturing | 133 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,628 |
| 32% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.05% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.3 min |
| Work from Home | 9.2% |
The median home value in Bella Vista is $439,600, 56% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $862 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $422,483.
Home Values
| Census Median | $439,600 |
| 56% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $422,483 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $255 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.1% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 8 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $862 |
| 26% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,628 |
| 32% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.05% |
In Bella Vista, 28.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 18.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bella Vista vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 28.3% |
| 12% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.3% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.7% |
| Depression | 26.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.4% |
| Premature Death | 10,558/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 667 |
Crime Rates: Bella Vista vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 30 |
| FEMA Disasters | 546 |
Safety Score
Bella Vista has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
Temperature
48°F Jan (9°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 63.5°F |
| 18% above US avg |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 63.0 inches |
| 66% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 631 ft (192 m) |
| Area | 26.4 sq mi (68.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 145/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6512°N, 122.2564°W |
| County FIPS | 06089 |