Median Income
$55,212
27% lower than US avg
Home Value
$282,500
0% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
57.2%
70% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.2%
2% lower than US avg
How Blanchard Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population625
Median Age66.4 yrs
Density419/mi²
Male / Female60% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans22.1%
Economy
B+
Median Income$55,212
Per Capita$49,729
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$2,546M
Commute31 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$282,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$515,199
Health
Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain32.6 in/yr
Elevation2,266 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+57.2%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute31 min
Broadband74.6%
Libraries6
Is Blanchard a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Blanchard receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Blanchard stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Blanchard is $55,212, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Blanchard is $282,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
Blanchard is a highly educated community — 57.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Blanchard has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.6 inches, including 73.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Blanchard has a population of 625 with a density of 419 people per square mile. The median age is 66.4 years, 71% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).
Population
66.4yrs
Median Age
71% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Blanchard vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.5% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.5% |
| 81% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Blanchard vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Blanchard is $55,212, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income: Blanchard vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,212 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $49,729 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $995 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,752 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.2% |
| 2% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,496 |
| County GDP | $2,546M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 144 |
| Healthcare | 179 |
| Retail | 202 |
| Manufacturing | 80 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,433 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.57% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 91.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.3% |
The median home value in Blanchard is $282,500, 0% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $515,199.
Home Values
| Census Median | $282,500 |
| 0% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $515,199 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,433 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.57% |
In Blanchard, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Blanchard vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.5% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.0% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.3% |
| Depression | 25.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 15.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,636/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 179 |
Crime Rates: Blanchard vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Blanchard has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
65°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 44.7°F |
| 17% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 32.6 inches |
| 14% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 73.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,266 ft (691 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 419/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.0110°N, 116.9952°W |
| County FIPS | 16017 |