Median Income
$84,214
12% higher than US avg
Home Value
$440,800
56% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
24.1%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,195
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.4%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment
7.1%
97% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.5%
23% lower than US avg
How Bethel Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population4,276
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density1,353/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Economy
B+
Median Income$84,214
Per Capita$40,929
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$18,349M
Commute28 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$440,800
Rent$1,195
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity32.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease4.8%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Elevation320 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+24.1%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 38% / D 59%
Commute28 min
Libraries9
Is Bethel a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bethel receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Bethel offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bethel is $84,214, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bethel is $440,800, making it a premium housing market at 56% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,195 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Bethel experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Bethel has a population of 4,276 with a density of 1,353 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.7%), with 1.3% Hispanic.
Population
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.1% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.9% |
| 41% below US avg |
The median household income in Bethel is $84,214, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $84,214 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $40,929 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,377 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $99,803 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.1% |
| 97% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.5% |
| 23% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 6,739 |
| County GDP | $18,349M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 580 |
| Healthcare | 720 |
| Retail | 705 |
| Manufacturing | 158 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,028 |
| 101% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.59% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.5 min |
| Work from Home | 13.5% |
The median home value in Bethel is $440,800, 56% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,195 (3% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $440,800 |
| 56% above US avg |
| Median List Price | $520,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $520,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $302 |
| Homes Sold | 6 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.5% |
| Price Drops | 80.0% |
| Inventory | 5 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,195 |
| 3% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,028 |
| 101% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.59% |
In Bethel, 32.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 16.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bethel vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.4% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.5% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 4.8% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 16.5% |
| Depression | 26.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.1% |
| Premature Death | 6,099/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 720 |
Crime Rates: Bethel vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
Safety Score
Bethel has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 51.9°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.0 inches |
| 11% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 320 ft (98 m) |
| Area | 3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,353/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.4874°N, 122.6175°W |
| County FIPS | 53035 |