Belview, MN

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.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
399 Population 434/sq mi density
$62,000 Median Income $28,166 per capita
$79,500 Home Value
$855 Median Rent 45.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$62,000 median income, 6.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,500 home value, $855/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,000
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,500
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $855
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.0%
94% higher than US avg

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

People

Population399
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density434/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

C+
Median Income$62,000
Per Capita$28,166
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty24.0%
County GDP$1,490M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,500
Rent$855
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden45.0%

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.9 in/yr
Elevation1,070 ft (326 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+88.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute25 min
Broadband79.8%
Libraries4

Is Belview a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Belview has a population of 399 with a density of 434 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

399
Total Population
434
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Belview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Belview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Belview is $62,000, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Belview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,000
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,166
Avg Weekly Wage$1,028
IRS Avg AGI$72,533

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.0%
94% above US avg
Establishments (County)592
County GDP$1,490M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare56
Retail58
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,426
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Belview is $79,500, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,500
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$855
26% below US avg
Rent Burden45.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,426
2% below US avg
Effective Rate4.31%
In Belview, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate71.7%
Premature Death6,747/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access45.9%
Healthcare Facilities56
Belview has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.8°F
17% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.9 inches
19% below US avg
Snowfall43.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,070 ft (326 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density434/sq mi
Coordinates44.6065°N, 95.3287°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.3-point margin. 79.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 43.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+88.9%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density434/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants33
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

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