Median Income
$63,095
16% lower than US avg
Home Value
$110,600
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$960
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.4%
40% lower than US avg
How Bellevue Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,333
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density1,307/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
A
Median Income$63,095
Per Capita$28,547
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$9,107M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$110,600
Rent$960
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$234,047
Health
Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.4 in/yr
Elevation868 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+96.6%
School Score5.23
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute31 min
Libraries8
Is Bellevue a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bellevue receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Bellevue offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bellevue is $63,095, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bellevue is $110,600, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $960 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Bellevue experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.4 inches, including 64.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Bellevue has a population of 1,333 with a density of 1,307 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.7%), with 3.3% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.
Population
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
The median household income in Bellevue is $63,095, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,095 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,547 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,232 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,946 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.4% |
| 40% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,626 |
| County GDP | $9,107M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 268 |
| Healthcare | 318 |
| Retail | 431 |
| Manufacturing | 146 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,129 |
| 47% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.64% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.9 min |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |
The median home value in Bellevue is $110,600, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $960 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $234,047.
Home Values
| Census Median | $110,600 |
| 61% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $234,047 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $960 |
| 17% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,129 |
| 47% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.64% |
In Bellevue, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.1% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bellevue vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.1% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.9% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.7% |
| Depression | 30.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.4% |
| Premature Death | 10,979/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 318 |
Crime Rates: Bellevue vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
Safety Score
Bellevue has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.2°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 34.4 inches |
| 9% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 64.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 868 ft (265 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,307/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.4443°N, 85.0187°W |
| County FIPS | 26025 |