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Belton, MO

Missouri

Belton is a small city in Missouri with a population of 24,618. Residents earn $70,525 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
24,618 Population 1,708/sq mi density
$70,525 Median Income $35,838 per capita
$185,400 Home Value $264,603 Zillow
$1,235 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 263 sunny days/yr
362 Violent Crime/100K 3,218 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$70,525 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$185,400 home value, $1,235/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
362 violent crimes/100K (5% below avg)
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,525
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $185,400
34% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 362/100K
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.7%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,235
6% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.9%
28% lower than US avg

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

People

Population24,618
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density1,708/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,525
Per Capita$35,838
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty8.9%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$185,400
Rent$1,235
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$264,603
Housing Units10,284
Rent Burden28.3%

Crime

F
Violent362/100K
Property3,218/100K
Murder4.3/100K
Assault185/100K
Burglary513/100K

Health

Obesity39.8%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking16.8%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation1,109 ft (338 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.7%
High School+93.6%
Graduate+7.8%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband92.5%
EV Stations8

Is Belton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Belton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Belton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Belton is $70,525, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Belton is $185,400, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,235 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Belton is below the national average at 362 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,218 per 100,000, 64% above the national average.

Education

25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Belton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Belton has a population of 24,618 with a density of 1,708 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.4%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 7.5% Black.

Population

24,618
Total Population
1,708
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
14.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Belton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Belton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Belton is $70,525, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Belton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,525
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,838

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.9%
28% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Drive Alone79.9%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Belton is $185,400, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,235 (6% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $264,603.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$185,400
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$264,603
Median List Price$319,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$319,950
$/Sq Ft$151
Homes Sold21
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops23.7%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,235
6% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,685
Rent Burden28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.2%
Housing Units10,284
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

In Belton, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep40.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits60.5%

Food & Exercise

Belton has a violent crime rate of 362 per 100,000 residents, 5% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,218 per 100,000 (64% above US avg). The murder rate is 4.3 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent362.4/100K
5% below US avg
Murder4.3/100K
32% below US avg
Rape116.5/100K
Robbery56.1/100K
Assault185.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,218.0/100K
64% above US avg
Burglary513.3/100K
Theft2,299.2/100K
Vehicle Theft405.5/100K
Arson21.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Belton has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. The area enjoys 263 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,109 ft (338 m)
Area14.4 sq mi (37.3 km²)
Population Density1,708/sq mi
Coordinates38.8120°N, 94.5319°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 92.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.7%
24% below US avg
High School+93.6%
Graduate Degree+7.8%
School Test Score5.51
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,708/sq mi
Total Area14.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%
EV Charging Stations8
Alt Fuel Stations11

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Drive Alone79.9%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home9.9%

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