Belmont, WI

Wisconsin

Belmont is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 996. Residents earn $82,000 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
996 Population 1,158/sq mi density
$82,000 Median Income $36,974 per capita
$203,900 Home Value $256,227 Zillow
$700 Median Rent 23.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$82,000 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$203,900 home value, $700/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,000
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $203,900
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.6%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent $700
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population996
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density1,158/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans9.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,000
Per Capita$36,974
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$932M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$203,900
Rent$700
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$256,227
Rent Burden23.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Elevation1,054 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.6%
High School+90.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute23 min
Broadband79.3%
Libraries7

Is Belmont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Belmont receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. 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 stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Belmont is $82,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Belmont is $203,900, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Belmont experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 42.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Belmont has a population of 996 with a density of 1,158 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.5%).

Population

996
Total Population
1,158
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Belmont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Belmont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Belmont is $82,000, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Belmont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,000
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,974
Avg Weekly Wage$968
IRS Avg AGI$62,765

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)510
County GDP$932M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare20
Retail42
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,400
26% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Belmont is $203,900, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $256,227.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$203,900
28% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$256,227

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% below US avg
Rent Burden23.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,400
26% above US avg
Effective Rate2.16%
In Belmont, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity27.5%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death7,606/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access47.6%
Healthcare Facilities20

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Belmont has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall42.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,054 ft (321 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density1,158/sq mi
Coordinates42.7377°N, 90.3343°W
County FIPS55065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.2-point margin. 79.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.5%
D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 20.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.6%
18% below US avg
High School+90.4%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,158/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.3%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants34
Retail Stores42

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.7%

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