Median Income
$49,078
35% lower than US avg
Home Value
$180,600
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$907
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.7%
46% lower than US avg
How Belwood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population928
Median Age46.6 yrs
Density75/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans6.9%
Economy
B+
Median Income$49,078
Per Capita$26,906
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$6,025M
Commute39 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$180,600
Rent$907
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$194,791
Rent Burden19.8%
Health
Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Elevation967 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+86.5%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute39 min
Broadband80.8%
Libraries3
Is Belwood a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Belwood receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Belwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Belwood is $49,078, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Belwood is $180,600, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $907 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Belwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Belwood has a population of 928 with a density of 75 people per square mile. The median age is 46.6 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%), with 1.2% Black.
Population
46.6yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.7% |
| 50% below US avg |
The median household income in Belwood is $49,078, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,078 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,906 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,034 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,314 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.7% |
| 46% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,287 |
| County GDP | $6,025M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 181 |
| Healthcare | 226 |
| Retail | 388 |
| Manufacturing | 106 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,265 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.81% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 39.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 92.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.9% |
The median home value in Belwood is $180,600, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $907 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $194,791.
Home Values
| Census Median | $180,600 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $194,791 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $124 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 92.7% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 3 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $907 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 19.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,265 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.81% |
In Belwood, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Belwood vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.7% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.2% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.4% |
| Depression | 28.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.4% |
| Premature Death | 12,476/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 64.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 226 |
Crime Rates: Belwood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
Safety Score
Belwood has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 59.2°F |
| 10% above US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.4 inches |
| 33% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 4.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 967 ft (295 m) |
| Area | 12.3 sq mi (31.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 75/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4843°N, 81.5274°W |
| County FIPS | 37045 |