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Belleville, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Belleville is a small town in New York with a population of 231. Residents earn $68,611 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
231 Population 350/sq mi density
$68,611 Median Income $39,114 per capita
$178,100 Home Value
$900 Median Rent 28.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$68,611 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$178,100 home value, $900/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,611
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $178,100
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.1%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population231
Median Age65.2 yrs
Density350/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans15.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,611
Per Capita$39,114
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$8,276M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$178,100
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units234
Rent Burden28.0%

Health

Obesity38.1%
Uninsured6.4%
Smoking14.6%
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation479 ft (146 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.1%
High School+94.7%
Graduate+28.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute25 min
Broadband92.8%
Libraries25

Is Belleville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Belleville receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Belleville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Belleville is $68,611, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Belleville is $178,100, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Belleville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Belleville has a population of 231 with a density of 350 people per square mile. The median age is 65.2 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

231
Total Population
350
People / sq mi
65.2yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Belleville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Belleville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Belleville is $68,611, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Belleville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,611
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,114
Avg Weekly Wage$1,068
IRS Avg AGI$60,822

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,950
County GDP$8,276M

Business (County)

Restaurants307
Healthcare257
Retail442
Manufacturing63

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,803
94% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone93.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Belleville is $178,100, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,100
37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden28.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.3%
Housing Units234
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,803
94% above US avg
Effective Rate3.82%
In Belleville, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 20.9% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep41.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.4%
26% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.6%
Dental Visits60.9%
Premature Death7,378/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access62.8%
Healthcare Facilities257
Belleville has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.1 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation479 ft (146 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density350/sq mi
Coordinates43.7930°N, 76.1152°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36045
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.6-point margin. 92.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.8%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 23.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.1%
31% below US avg
High School+94.7%
Graduate Degree+28.9%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density350/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.8%
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities257
Restaurants307
Retail Stores442

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone93.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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