Bellewood, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Bellewood is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 251. Residents earn $151,500 per year, which is 102% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
251 Population 3,138/sq mi density
$151,500 Median Income $79,090 per capita
$467,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$151,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$467,800 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
81.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $151,500
102% higher than US avg
Home Value $467,800
66% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 81.2%
141% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.4%
97% lower than US avg

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

People

Population251
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density3,138/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$151,500
Per Capita$79,090
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.4%
County GDP$78,803M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$467,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation565 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+81.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 57%
Commute18 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries18

Is Bellewood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bellewood receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Bellewood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bellewood is $151,500, which is significantly higher than the national average — 102% above $75,149. This places Bellewood among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bellewood is $467,800, making it a premium housing market at 66% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Bellewood is a highly educated community — 81.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Bellewood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bellewood has a population of 251 with a density of 3,138 people per square mile. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 2% Black.

Population

251
Total Population
3,138
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Bellewood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bellewood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bellewood is $151,500, which is 102% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Bellewood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$151,500
102% above US avg
Per Capita Income$79,090
Avg Weekly Wage$1,371
IRS Avg AGI$79,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.4%
97% below US avg
Establishments (County)33,844
County GDP$78,803M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,860
Healthcare2,672
Retail2,571
Manufacturing675

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,192
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.5 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Bellewood is $467,800, 66% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$467,800
66% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,192
48% above US avg
Effective Rate1.11%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.1%
Premature Death12,652/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access91.3%
Healthcare Facilities2,672

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Safety Score

Bellewood has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.8°F
7% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation565 ft (172 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density3,138/sq mi
Coordinates38.2608°N, 85.6594°W
County FIPS21111
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 81.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (141% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.6-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.9%
D 57.4%

Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+81.2%
141% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.50
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,138/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities2,672
Restaurants1,860
Retail Stores2,571

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.5 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.7%

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