Median Income
$48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value
$117,200
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment
6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.4%
56% lower than US avg
How Blanca Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population326
Median Age34.2 yrs
Density178/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 42%
Economy
B
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$19,394
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$126M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$117,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$179,030
Health
Obesity30.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain9.8 in/yr
Elevation7,762 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+83.2%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 41% / D 56%
Commute20 min
Libraries2
Is Blanca a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Blanca receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Blanca offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Blanca is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Blanca is $117,200, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Blanca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Blanca has a population of 326 with a density of 178 people per square mile. The median age is 34.2 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (41.7%), with 1.5% Black.
Population
34.2yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 53.1% |
| 32% below US avg |
| Spanish | 46.9% |
| 250% above US avg |
The median household income in Blanca is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,750 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $19,394 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $781 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $41,455 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.4% |
| 78% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.4% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 116 |
| County GDP | $126M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Healthcare | 6 |
| Retail | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.0 min |
| Work from Home | 1.8% |
The median home value in Blanca is $117,200, 58% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $179,030.
Home Values
| Census Median | $117,200 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $179,030 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Blanca, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Blanca vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.8% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.2% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.5% |
| Depression | 20.2% |
| Mental Distress | 16.7% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.4% |
| Premature Death | 20,239/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 1.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 41.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6 |
Crime Rates: Blanca vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Blanca has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-7°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 43.5°F |
| 19% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 9.8 inches |
| 74% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,762 ft (2,366 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 178/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.4393°N, 105.5135°W |
| County FIPS | 08023 |