Belle Plaine, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Scott County County
Belle Plaine, MN
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 $96,831 , which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,581. The unemployment rate stands at 0.3% (92% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,996 business establishments, including 254 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Belle Plaine is $280,400 , 1% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $351,027. Median rent is $1,336/month, with 32.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1998.
Safety & Crime
Belle Plaine reports 135 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 65% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 417/100K.
Education
27.6% of adults in Belle Plaine hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below the national average). 90.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Belle Plaine has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.