Median Income
$67,250
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment
10.6%
194% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.9%
69% lower than US avg
How Bliss Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population252
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density341/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Economy
B
Median Income$67,250
Per Capita$25,634
Unemployment10.6%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$1,765M
Commute34 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$491,114
Health
Obesity31.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain9.8 in/yr
Elevation3,281 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+79.3%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute34 min
Libraries3
Is Bliss a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bliss receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Bliss has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bliss is $67,250, 11% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Education
8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Bliss experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Bliss has a population of 252 with a density of 341 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.3%), with 6% Hispanic.
Population
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 49.6% |
| 37% below US avg |
| Spanish | 50.4% |
| 276% above US avg |
The median household income in Bliss is $67,250, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $67,250 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,634 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $939 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,335 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 10.6% |
| 194% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.9% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 627 |
| County GDP | $1,765M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 34 |
| Healthcare | 36 |
| Retail | 45 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,312 |
| 34% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 33.6 min |
| Work from Home | 2.9% |
Zillow estimates the typical home value at $491,114.
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) | $2,312 |
| 34% below US avg |
In Bliss, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bliss vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.7% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.8% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.3% |
| Depression | 20.7% |
| Mental Distress | 16.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 79.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.7% |
| Premature Death | 8,157/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 36 |
Crime Rates: Bliss vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Bliss has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.6°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 9.8 inches |
| 74% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,281 ft (1,000 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 341/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.9243°N, 114.9475°W |
| County FIPS | 16047 |