Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $48,354

36% lower than US avg

Home Value $92,500

67% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 444/100K

17% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 18.6%

45% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,086

7% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 45.5%

42% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.5%

3% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 25.7%

107% higher than US avg

How Bellefontaine Neighbors Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population10,562

Median Age44.2 yrs

Density2,400/mi²

Male / Female42% / 58%

Largest GroupWhite 14%

Veterans7.1%

Economy

C+

Median Income$48,354

Per Capita$25,386

Unemployment3.5%

Poverty25.7%

Commute27 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$92,500

Rent$1,086

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$99,596

Housing Units5,233

Rent Burden37.7%

Crime

Violent444/100K

Property2,839/100K

Murder9.3/100K

Assault351/100K

Burglary1,110/100K

Health

Obesity45.5%

Uninsured12.4%

Smoking23.5%

Depression22.8%

Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain38.4 in/yr

Sunny Days266/yr

Elevation456 ft (139 m)

Education

Bachelor's+18.6%

High School+90.1%

Graduate+7.2%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute27 min

Broadband90.7%

Is Bellefontaine Neighbors a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bellefontaine Neighbors receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Bellefontaine Neighbors has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bellefontaine Neighbors is $48,354, 36% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 25.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bellefontaine Neighbors is $92,500, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,086 per month. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 444 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,839 per 100,000, 45% above the national average.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Bellefontaine Neighbors enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bellefontaine Neighbors has a population of 10,562 with a density of 2,400 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 58.3% female and 41.7% male. The city is predominantly Black (82.5%), with 14% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.1% of residents. 7.1% of the population are veterans. 23.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

10,562

Total Population

2,400

People / sq mi

44.2yrs

Median Age

14% above US avg

4.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.7%

Female 58.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Bellefontaine Neighbors vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.1%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	1.9%
	86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bellefontaine Neighbors vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bellefontaine Neighbors is $48,354, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,386 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher 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 27 minutes. 21.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bellefontaine Neighbors vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$48,354
	36% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$25,386

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.5%
	3% below US avg
Poverty Rate	25.7%
	107% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.6 min
Drive Alone	65.3%
Public Transit	4.1%
Work from Home	21.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bellefontaine Neighbors is $92,500, 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $99,596. Homes sell for 101.5% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $1,086 (7% below 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 5,233 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1957. 37.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$92,500
	67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$99,596
Median List Price	$109,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$109,950
$/Sq Ft	$92
Homes Sold	5
Sale-to-List Ratio	101.5%
Price Drops	14.3%
Inventory	35

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,086
	7% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,372
Rent Burden	37.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	57.4%
Housing Units	5,233
Median Year Built	1957

Property Tax

In Bellefontaine Neighbors, 45.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.1% of residents, above the national average. 46.6% have high blood pressure. 23.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 12.2% report binge drinking. 40.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 22.8% report depression. 22.1% experience frequent mental distress. 12.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

Health Metrics: Bellefontaine Neighbors vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	45.5%
	42% above US avg
Diabetes	17.6%
Heart Disease	7.1%
High Blood Pressure	46.6%
Asthma	13.8%
COPD	9.6%
Cancer	5.1%
Stroke	5.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	23.5%
	68% above US avg
Binge Drinking	12.2%
Physical Inactivity	40.7%
Depression	22.8%
Mental Distress	22.1%
Physical Distress	17.2%
Short Sleep	44.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	92.4%
Uninsured	12.4%
	44% above US avg
Checkup Rate	80.9%
Dental Visits	46.0%

Food & Exercise

Bellefontaine Neighbors has a violent crime rate of 444 per 100,000 residents, 17% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 351.4 per 100,000, robbery at 74.0, rape at 9.3. The murder rate is 9.3 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,839 per 100,000, 45% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,387, burglary at 1,110, vehicle theft at 342 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Bellefontaine Neighbors receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Bellefontaine Neighbors vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	443.8/100K
	17% above US avg
Murder	9.3/100K
	47% above US avg
Rape	9.3/100K
Robbery	74.0/100K
Assault	351.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	2,838.7/100K
	45% above US avg
Burglary	1,109.6/100K
Theft	1,387.0/100K
Vehicle Theft	342.1/100K
Arson	9.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

Bellefontaine Neighbors enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 266 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 38.4 inches. The area receives 7.1 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

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	55.5°F
	3% above US avg
January Average	29°F (-2°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.4 inches
	1% above US avg
Snowfall	7.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	456 ft (139 m)
Area	4.4 sq mi (11.4 km²)
Population Density	2,400/sq mi
Coordinates	38.7403°N, 90.2265°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	29°F (-2°C)	2.0 in	Coldest, Driest
February	34°F (1°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)	3.7 in
July	79°F (26°C)	3.8 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.2 in
September	70°F (21°C)	3.2 in
October	58°F (14°C)	2.8 in
November	45°F (7°C)	3.4 in
December	34°F (1°C)	3.0 in

Bellefontaine Neighbors has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 29°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 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%. 90.1% have completed high school. 7.2% 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. 90.7% of households have broadband internet access. 65.3% of workers drive alone to work, while 4.1% use public transit.

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+	90.1%
Graduate Degree+	7.2%
School Test Score	5.51

C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	2,400/sq mi
Total Area	4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	90.7%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.6 min
Drive Alone	65.3%
Public Transit	4.1%
Work from Home	21.1%

Frequently Asked Questions About Bellefontaine Neighbors

What is the population of Bellefontaine Neighbors?

Bellefontaine Neighbors has a population of 10,562 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 2,400 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 58.3% female and 41.7% male.

Is Bellefontaine Neighbors expensive to live in?

Bellefontaine Neighbors 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 $48,354, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $92,500 (67% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,086 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bellefontaine Neighbors safe?

The violent crime rate in Bellefontaine Neighbors is 444 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,839 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Bellefontaine Neighbors receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bellefontaine Neighbors?

Bellefontaine Neighbors enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.4 inches, with 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Bellefontaine Neighbors?

Bellefontaine Neighbors has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 21.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bellefontaine Neighbors?

The median home value in Bellefontaine Neighbors is $92,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $99,596. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,086. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Bellefontaine Neighbors?

Schools in Bellefontaine Neighbors score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 18.6% of adults in Bellefontaine Neighbors hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. 7.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bellefontaine Neighbors?

The obesity rate in Bellefontaine Neighbors is 45.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 23.5% of adults are smokers. 40.7% are physically inactive. 22.8% of residents report depression. 12.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Bellefontaine Neighbors?

The average commute in Bellefontaine Neighbors is 27 minutes. 65.3% of workers drive alone to work, 4.1% use public transit, and 21.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bellefontaine Neighbors?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bellefontaine Neighbors is 14% White, 82.5% Black or African American, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino. 98.1% of residents speak only English at home. 7.1% of the population are military veterans. 23.9% of residents have a disability. 92.4% have health insurance coverage.

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