Median Income
$63,929
15% lower than US avg
Home Value
$96,300
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,083
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.2%
82% lower than US avg
How Belmont Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population306
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density1,133/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans5.6%
Economy
A
Median Income$63,929
Per Capita$41,006
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$1,576M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$96,300
Rent$1,083
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$177,440
Rent Burden17.5%
Health
Obesity42.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.8%
Heart Disease7.1%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Elevation1,185 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+86.8%
School Score5.66
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute22 min
Broadband86.2%
EV Stations1
Libraries4
Is Belmont a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Belmont receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Belmont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Belmont is $63,929, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Belmont is $96,300, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,083 per month. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Belmont experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Belmont has a population of 306 with a density of 1,133 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%).
Population
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Belmont is $63,929, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,929 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $41,006 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,196 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,561 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.2% |
| 82% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 346 |
| County GDP | $1,576M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,144 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.26% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 95.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.5% |
The median home value in Belmont is $96,300, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,083 (7% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $177,440.
Home Values
| Census Median | $96,300 |
| 66% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $177,440 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,083 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 17.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $683 |
| 1 Bedroom | $816 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $991 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,413 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,144 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.26% |
In Belmont, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.8% report depression. 32.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Belmont vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.5% |
| 32% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.4% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 9.5% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.9% |
| Depression | 29.8% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 16.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 99.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 11,998/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 29.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
Crime Rates: Belmont vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Belmont has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.1°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.4 inches |
| 11% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 79.0% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,185 ft (361 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,133/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0280°N, 81.0409°W |
| County FIPS | 39067 |