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Belle Plaine, KS
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Belle Plaine, KS
At a Glance
How Belle Plaine Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Belle Plaine's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Belle Plaine a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Belle Plaine residents earn a median household income of $62,727 , which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,241. The unemployment rate stands at 1.4% (61% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 640 business establishments, including 44 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Belle Plaine is $121,500 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $178,374. Median rent is $754/month, with 24.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1956.
Safety & Crime
Belle Plaine reports 111 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 71% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,183/100K.
Education
23.3% of adults in Belle Plaine hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below the national average). 91.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Belle Plaine has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 317 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.