Bland, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $45,833

39% lower than US avg

Home Value $82,100

71% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 7.5%

78% lower than US avg

Median Rent $610

48% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.6%

20% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.6%

56% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 17.4%

40% higher than US avg

How Bland Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population538

Median Age44.3 yrs

Density828/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 94%

Veterans7.9%

Economy

Median Income$45,833

Per Capita$21,991

Unemployment1.6%

Poverty17.4%

Commute20 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$82,100

Rent$610

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$232,712

Housing Units286

Rent Burden27.2%

Health

Obesity38.6%

Uninsured8.7%

Smoking18.5%

Depression26.9%

Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain40.7 in/yr

Sunny Days262/yr

Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)

Education

Bachelor's+7.5%

High School+83.0%

Graduate+3.9%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute20 min

Broadband58.1%

Is Bland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bland receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bland is $45,833, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 17.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bland is $82,100, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $610 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Bland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches, including 6.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bland has a population of 538 with a density of 828 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.6% female and 52.4% male. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 1.9% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.6% of residents. 7.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 29.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

538

Total Population

828

People / sq mi

44.3yrs

Median Age

14% above US avg

0.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%

Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	97.6%
	24% above US avg
Spanish	2.4%
	82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bland is $45,833, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,991 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 1.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$45,833
	39% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$21,991

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.6%
	56% below US avg
Poverty Rate	17.4%
	40% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	19.9 min
Drive Alone	81.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Bland is $82,100, 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $232,712, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $610 (48% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 286 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1965. 27.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$82,100
	71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$232,712

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$610
	48% below US avg
Rent Burden	27.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	56.4%
Housing Units	286
Median Year Built	1965

Property Tax

In Bland, 38.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.9% of residents. 32.6% have high blood pressure. 18.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.9% report binge drinking. 27.3% are physically inactive. 26.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.0% experience frequent mental distress. 8.7% of residents lack health insurance.

Health Metrics: Bland vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.6%
	20% above US avg
Diabetes	9.9%
Heart Disease	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	32.6%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	7.7%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.5%
	32% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.9%
Physical Inactivity	27.3%
Depression	26.9%
Mental Distress	20.0%
Physical Distress	14.4%
Short Sleep	39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.7%
Uninsured	8.7%
	1% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.3%
Dental Visits	59.1%

Food & Exercise

Bland experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 262 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. The area receives 6.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 1,027 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	54.6°F
	1% above US avg
January Average	29°F (-1°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	262 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	40.7 inches
	7% above US avg
Snowfall	6.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,027 ft (313 m)
Area	0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density	828/sq mi
Coordinates	38.3028°N, 91.6332°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	29°F (-1°C)	1.8 in	Coldest, Driest
February	35°F (2°C)	2.1 in
March	45°F (7°C)	3.5 in
April	55°F (13°C)	3.8 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.8 in	Wettest
June	72°F (22°C)	4.0 in
July	77°F (25°C)	3.5 in	Warmest
August	76°F (24°C)	3.5 in
September	68°F (20°C)	3.8 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.5 in
November	45°F (7°C)	3.4 in
December	34°F (1°C)	3.0 in

Bland has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 29°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and January the driest (1.8").

7.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 78% below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 58.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). 81.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	7.5%
	78% below US avg
High School+	83.0%
Graduate Degree+	3.9%
School Test Score	5.51

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	828/sq mi
Total Area	0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	58.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	19.9 min
Drive Alone	81.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Bland

What is the population of Bland?

Bland has a population of 538 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 828 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.6% female and 52.4% male.

Is Bland expensive to live in?

Bland is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $45,833, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $82,100 (71% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $610 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Bland?

Bland has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.7 inches, with 6.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Bland?

The job market in Bland is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 1.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bland?

The median home value in Bland is $82,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $232,712. For renters, the median monthly rent is $610. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Bland?

Schools in Bland score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 7.5% of adults in Bland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bland?

The obesity rate in Bland is 38.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.5% of adults are smokers. 27.3% are physically inactive. 26.9% of residents report depression. 8.7% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Bland?

The average commute in Bland is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bland?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bland is 94.4% White, 1.9% Hispanic or Latino. 97.6% of residents speak only English at home. 7.9% of the population are military veterans. 29.0% of residents have a disability. 88.7% have health insurance coverage.

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