Home Value
$86,600
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.7%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$673
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Blaine Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population225
Median Age50.3 yrs
Density82/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$41,564
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,670M
Commute25 min
Housing
Home Value$86,600
Rent$673
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp41°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain44.6 in/yr
Elevation528 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.7%
High School+88.1%
School Score5.64
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute25 min
Libraries15
Is Blaine a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Blaine receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Blaine has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Blaine is $86,600, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $673 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Blaine has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches, including 94.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.
Blaine has a population of 225 with a density of 82 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 (100%).
Population
50.3yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Blaine is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $41,564 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $984 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,858 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.2% |
| 44% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,396 |
| County GDP | $3,670M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 145 |
| Healthcare | 228 |
| Retail | 314 |
| Manufacturing | 75 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,828 |
| 9% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.42% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Blaine is $86,600, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $673 (42% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $86,600 |
| 69% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $673 |
| 42% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,108 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,186 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,951 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,190 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,828 |
| 9% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.42% |
In Blaine, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Blaine vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.4% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.2% |
| Asthma | 13.5% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.8% |
| Depression | 27.8% |
| Mental Distress | 21.2% |
| Physical Distress | 15.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.8% |
| Premature Death | 10,576/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 228 |
Crime Rates: Blaine vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Blaine has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.
Temperature
12°F Jan (-11°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 40.5°F |
| 25% below US avg |
| January Average | 12°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 44.6 inches |
| 17% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 94.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 34.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 528 ft (161 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (7.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 82/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.4990°N, 67.8688°W |
| County FIPS | 23003 |