Belleville, AR

Arkansas

Belleville is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 514. Residents earn $65,815 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
514 Population 275/sq mi density
$65,815 Median Income $24,095 per capita
$86,400 Home Value
$671 Median Rent 20.7% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$65,815 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,400 home value, $671/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,815
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,400
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $671
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population514
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density275/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans2.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,815
Per Capita$24,095
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$727M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,400
Rent$671
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units214
Rent Burden20.7%

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured15.4%
Smoking16.3%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.5 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation371 ft (113 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+81.8%
Graduate+0.6%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute20 min
Broadband70.4%
Libraries2

Is Belleville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Belleville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Belleville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Belleville is $65,815, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Belleville is $86,400, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $671 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Belleville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Belleville has a population of 514 with a density of 275 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.2%), with 3.3% Hispanic.

Population

514
Total Population
275
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Belleville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.7%
0% below US avg
Spanish21.3%
59% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Belleville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Belleville is $65,815, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Belleville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,815
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,095
Avg Weekly Wage$787
IRS Avg AGI$49,506

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)454
County GDP$727M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare37
Retail67
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,680
52% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Belleville is $86,400, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $671 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,400
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$671
42% below US avg
Rent Burden20.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.3%
Housing Units214
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,680
52% below US avg
Effective Rate1.94%
In Belleville, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 32.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma9.6%
COPD7.0%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity32.7%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Uninsured15.4%
79% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits50.3%
Premature Death13,583/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access64.5%
Healthcare Facilities37
Belleville has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.5 inches. The area enjoys 310 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.5 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density275/sq mi
Coordinates35.0915°N, 93.4458°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.2-point margin. 70.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80%
D 17.8%

Winner: Republican by 62.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.6%
89% below US avg
High School+81.8%
Graduate Degree+0.6%
School Test Score4.91
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density275/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.4%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants30
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

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