Minnesota
Belview is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 399. Residents earn $62,000 per year, which is 17% below the national average.
Based on current data, Belview receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Belview offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Belview is $62,000, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 24.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Belview is $79,500, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Belview has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.9 inches, including 43.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $62,000 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,166 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,028 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,533 |
| Unemployment | 6.9% |
| 92% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.0% |
| 94% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 592 |
| County GDP | $1,490M |
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Healthcare | 56 |
| Retail | 58 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,426 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.31% |
| Commute Time | 25.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.7% |
| Census Median | $79,500 |
| 72% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $855 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 45.0% |
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,426 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.31% |
| Obesity | 35.6% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.6% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.6% |
| Depression | 25.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.7% |
| Premature Death | 6,747/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 56 |
| Annual Average | 44.8°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 30.9 inches |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 43.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,070 ft (326 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 434/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.6065°N, 95.3287°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 27127 |
Winner: Republican by 43.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.2% |
| 73% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.9% |
| School Test Score | 6.08 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 434/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.9 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 79.8% |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 56 |
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Retail Stores | 58 |
| Avg Commute | 25.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.7% |