Median Income
$63,194
16% lower than US avg
Home Value
$63,900
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.3%
57% lower than US avg
How Bladen Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population174
Median Age50.3 yrs
Density483/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A
Median Income$63,194
Per Capita$35,253
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$364M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$63,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$135,671
Health
Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain25.5 in/yr
Elevation1,983 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute30 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries3
Is Bladen a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bladen receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Bladen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bladen is $63,194, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bladen is $63,900, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Bladen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.5 inches, including 18.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Bladen has a population of 174 with a density of 483 people per square mile. The median age is 50.3 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.8%).
Population
50.3yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.9% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
The median household income in Bladen is $63,194, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,194 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,253 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $823 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,309 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.3% |
| 57% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 128 |
| County GDP | $364M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Healthcare | 11 |
| Retail | 18 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.4 min |
| Work from Home | 3.4% |
The median home value in Bladen is $63,900, 77% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $135,671.
Home Values
| Census Median | $63,900 |
| 77% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $135,671 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Bladen, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.5% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bladen vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.7% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.0% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.3% |
| Depression | 18.5% |
| Mental Distress | 15.0% |
| Physical Distress | 11.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,189/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
Crime Rates: Bladen vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Bladen has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 51.0°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 25.5 inches |
| 33% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 18.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,983 ft (604 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 483/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3234°N, 98.5959°W |
| County FIPS | 31181 |