Median Income
$81,667
9% higher than US avg
Home Value
$361,700
28% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.9%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.5%
88% lower than US avg
How Bloomington Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population257
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density271/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
A+
Median Income$81,667
Per Capita$37,034
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$296M
Commute28 min
Housing
A
Home Value$361,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity29.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp41°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain11.3 in/yr
Elevation5,977 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+92.7%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 87% / D 10%
Commute28 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries2
Is Bloomington a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bloomington receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Bloomington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bloomington is $81,667, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bloomington is $361,700, 28% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Bloomington has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.3 inches, including 37.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Bloomington has a population of 257 with a density of 271 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.7%), with 9.3% Hispanic.
Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Bloomington vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Bloomington vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Bloomington is $81,667, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: Bloomington vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $81,667 |
| 9% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $37,034 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $774 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,673 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.5% |
| 88% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 282 |
| County GDP | $296M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,613 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.72% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.1 min |
| Work from Home | 9.0% |
The median home value in Bloomington is $361,700, 28% above the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $361,700 |
| 28% above US avg |
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) | $2,613 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.72% |
In Bloomington, 29.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bloomington vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.9% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.2% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.3% |
| Depression | 23.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.7% |
| Premature Death | 7,192/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
Crime Rates: Bloomington vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Bloomington has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
18°F Jan (-8°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 41.0°F |
| 24% below US avg |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 11.3 inches |
| 70% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 37.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,977 ft (1,822 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 271/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.1910°N, 111.4028°W |
| County FIPS | 16007 |