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Bellefonte, AR

Arkansas

Bellefonte is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 497. Residents earn $46,563 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
497 Population 802/sq mi density
$46,563 Median Income $23,096 per capita
$170,800 Home Value
$759 Median Rent 29.7% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$46,563 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$170,800 home value, $759/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,563
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $170,800
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $759
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.7%
188% higher than US avg

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

People

Population497
Median Age31.1 yrs
Density802/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans11.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,563
Per Capita$23,096
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty35.7%
County GDP$1,934M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,800
Rent$759
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units230
Rent Burden29.7%

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking15.3%
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,092 ft (333 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+85.4%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute15 min
Broadband91.6%
Libraries1

Is Bellefonte a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bellefonte receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bellefonte offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bellefonte is $46,563, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 35.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bellefonte is $170,800, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $759 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bellefonte enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches, including 9.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bellefonte has a population of 497 with a density of 802 people per square mile. The median age is 31.1 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%), with 3% Hispanic.

Population

497
Total Population
802
People / sq mi
31.1yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.3%
Female 56.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Bellefonte vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bellefonte vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bellefonte is $46,563, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 35.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Bellefonte vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,563
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,096
Avg Weekly Wage$930
IRS Avg AGI$60,830

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate35.7%
188% above US avg
Establishments (County)989
County GDP$1,934M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare136
Retail155
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,460
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.1 min
Drive Alone72.3%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Bellefonte is $170,800, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $759 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,800
39% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$759
35% below US avg
Rent Burden29.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$700
1 Bedroom$751
2 Bedrooms$944
3 Bedrooms$1,239
4 Bedrooms$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied44.3%
Housing Units230
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,460
30% below US avg
Effective Rate1.44%
In Bellefonte, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 26.8% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bellefonte vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.7%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits57.4%
Premature Death10,889/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access45.1%
Healthcare Facilities136
Bellefonte has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.5 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.5 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall9.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,092 ft (333 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density802/sq mi
Coordinates36.1999°N, 93.0470°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65-point margin. 91.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.6%
D 16.7%

Winner: Republican by 65 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+85.4%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density802/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.6%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities136
Restaurants77
Retail Stores155

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.1 min
Drive Alone72.3%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home10.2%

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