Median Income
$74,625
1% lower than US avg
Home Value
$218,100
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,122
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.9%
20% lower than US avg
How Bloomfield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,224
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density2,007/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Economy
A
Median Income$74,625
Per Capita$29,711
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$1,362M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$218,100
Rent$1,122
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation665 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+91.8%
School Score5.95
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute28 min
Libraries4
Is Bloomfield a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bloomfield receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Bloomfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bloomfield is $74,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bloomfield is $218,100, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,122 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Bloomfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches, including 27.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Bloomfield has a population of 1,224 with a density of 2,007 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.1%), with 4.4% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.
Population
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Bloomfield vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.9% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.1% |
| 62% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Bloomfield vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Bloomfield is $74,625, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: Bloomfield vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $74,625 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,711 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $821 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,071 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.9% |
| 20% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 896 |
| County GDP | $1,362M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 72 |
| Healthcare | 74 |
| Retail | 126 |
| Manufacturing | 42 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,484 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.06% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.7 min |
| Work from Home | 7.2% |
The median home value in Bloomfield is $218,100, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,122 (4% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $218,100 |
| 23% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,122 |
| 4% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,484 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.06% |
Health Metrics: Bloomfield vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.0% |
| |
| Premature Death | 8,792/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 54.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 74 |
Crime Rates: Bloomfield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Bloomfield has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.9°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 48.0 inches |
| 26% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 27.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 665 ft (203 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,007/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.4189°N, 77.1890°W |
| County FIPS | 42099 |