Median Income
$59,375
21% lower than US avg
Home Value
$194,400
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$913
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
14.2%
294% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
16.4%
32% higher than US avg
How Bellechester Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population234
Median Age29.1 yrs
Density731/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans4.7%
Economy
C
Median Income$59,375
Per Capita$27,901
Unemployment14.2%
Poverty16.4%
County GDP$3,916M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$194,400
Rent$913
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden30.6%
Health
Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Elevation1,107 ft (337 m)
Education
D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+85.6%
School Score6.08
Community
2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute26 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries5
Is Bellechester a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bellechester receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Bellechester has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bellechester is $59,375, 21% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bellechester is $194,400, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $913 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Bellechester has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches, including 43.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Bellechester has a population of 234 with a density of 731 people per square mile. The median age is 29.1 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.6%), with 2.1% Hispanic.
Population
29.1yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Bellechester vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 89.6% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Spanish | 10.4% |
| 22% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Bellechester vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Bellechester is $59,375, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income: Bellechester vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $59,375 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,901 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,164 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $80,551 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 14.2% |
| 294% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 16.4% |
| 32% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,388 |
| County GDP | $3,916M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 102 |
| Healthcare | 158 |
| Retail | 173 |
| Manufacturing | 92 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,437 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.28% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Bellechester is $194,400, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $913 (21% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $194,400 |
| 31% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $256 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $913 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 30.6% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,437 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.28% |
In Bellechester, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bellechester vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.8% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.6% |
| Asthma | 9.4% |
| COPD | 4.5% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.3% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 15.7% |
| Physical Distress | 10.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.9% |
| Premature Death | 6,296/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 84.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 158 |
Bellechester has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
13°F Jan (-10°C)
71°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 44.0°F |
| 19% below US avg |
| January Average | 13°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 35.2 inches |
| 7% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 43.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,107 ft (337 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 731/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.3710°N, 92.5113°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 27049 |