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Bellingham, MN

Minnesota

Bellingham is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 152. Residents earn $52,083 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
152 Population 390/sq mi density
$52,083 Median Income $23,921 per capita
$52,700 Home Value
$494 Median Rent 12.5% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$52,083 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$52,700 home value, $494/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,083
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $52,700
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $494
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population152
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density390/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$52,083
Per Capita$23,921
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$336M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$52,700
Rent$494
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units94
Rent Burden12.5%

Health

Obesity35.0%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking15.7%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,043 ft (318 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+87.9%
Graduate+3.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute14 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries2

Is Bellingham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bellingham receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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 below-average incomes. Bellingham offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bellingham is $52,083, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bellingham is $52,700, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $494 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Bellingham has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.6 inches, including 46.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Bellingham has a population of 152 with a density of 390 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

152
Total Population
390
People / sq mi
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bellingham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bellingham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bellingham is $52,083, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Bellingham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,083
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,921
Avg Weekly Wage$1,026
IRS Avg AGI$68,920

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)221
County GDP$336M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare23
Retail25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,260
35% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.6 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Bellingham is $52,700, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $494 (58% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$52,700
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$494
58% below US avg
Rent Burden12.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.2%
Housing Units94
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,260
35% below US avg
Effective Rate4.29%
In Bellingham, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.7%
12% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep30.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits67.7%
Premature Death8,304/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access6.9%
Healthcare Facilities23
Bellingham has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.6 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.8°F
19% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.6 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall46.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,043 ft (318 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density390/sq mi
Coordinates45.1364°N, 96.2841°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.6-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.8%
D 34.2%

Winner: Republican by 29.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.3%
72% below US avg
High School+87.9%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density390/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants18
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.6 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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