Bellwood, NE

Nebraska

Bellwood is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 460. Residents earn $70,795 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
460 Population 2,000/sq mi density
$70,795 Median Income $33,183 per capita
$116,000 Home Value $246,957 Zillow
$735 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$70,795 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,000 home value, $735/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,795
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $116,000
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $735
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population460
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density2,000/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,795
Per Capita$33,183
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$584M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,000
Rent$735
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$246,957

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain30.4 in/yr
Elevation1,446 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+94.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute25 min
Libraries4

Is Bellwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bellwood receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Bellwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bellwood is $70,795, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bellwood is $116,000, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $735 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bellwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.4 inches, including 31.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Bellwood has a population of 460 with a density of 2,000 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

460
Total Population
2,000
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bellwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bellwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bellwood is $70,795, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Bellwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,795
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,183
Avg Weekly Wage$1,045
IRS Avg AGI$71,729

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)276
County GDP$584M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare15
Retail27
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,240
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Bellwood is $116,000, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $735 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $246,957.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,000
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$246,957

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$735
37% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,240
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.79%
In Bellwood, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.7% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.9%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression17.7%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death5,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access45.8%
Healthcare Facilities15

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Bellwood has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.4 inches
20% below US avg
Snowfall31.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,446 ft (441 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density2,000/sq mi
Coordinates41.3419°N, 97.2399°W
County FIPS31023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.8%

Winner: Republican by 59.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density2,000/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants16
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Work from Home1.5%

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