Median Income
$45,000
40% lower than US avg
Home Value
$139,100
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,039
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
26.7%
115% higher than US avg
How Belview Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population920
Median Age28.6 yrs
Density520/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Economy
C+
Median Income$45,000
Per Capita$23,234
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty26.7%
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$139,100
Rent$1,039
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity31.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Elevation2,012 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+78.1%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 49% / D 49%
Commute22 min
Libraries1
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 low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. 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 $45,000, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 26.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Belview is $139,100, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,039 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Belview experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Belview has a population of 920 with a density of 520 people per square mile. The median age is 28.6 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.7%), with 20.8% Black.
Population
28.6yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 81.3% |
| 4% above US avg |
| Spanish | 18.7% |
| 40% above US avg |
The median household income in Belview is $45,000, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $45,000 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,234 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,039 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,929 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 26.7% |
| 115% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 372 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 43 |
| Healthcare | 43 |
| Retail | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,194 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.30% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.8 min |
| Work from Home | 3.7% |
The median home value in Belview is $139,100, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,039 (11% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $139,100 |
| 51% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,039 |
| 11% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,194 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.30% |
In Belview, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Belview vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.7% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.1% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.7% |
| Depression | 25.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 13.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.9% |
| Premature Death | 8,739/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 43 |
Crime Rates: Belview vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Belview has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
33°F Jan (0°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 53.0°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.1 inches |
| 11% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,012 ft (613 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 520/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.1668°N, 80.5097°W |
| County FIPS | 51750 |