Median Income
$62,031
17% lower than US avg
Home Value
$152,500
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.4%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$888
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.5%
72% lower than US avg
How Blunt Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population214
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density437/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
A
Median Income$62,031
Per Capita$32,532
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$1,661M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$152,500
Rent$888
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,610
Health
Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain18.6 in/yr
Elevation1,619 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.4%
High School+97.1%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute23 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries1
Is Blunt a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Blunt receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Blunt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Blunt is $62,031, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Blunt is $152,500, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $888 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Blunt has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.6 inches, including 40.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Blunt has a population of 214 with a density of 437 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%), with 1.4% Hispanic.
Population
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.4% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.6% |
| 58% below US avg |
The median household income in Blunt is $62,031, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $62,031 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,532 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,187 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $81,152 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.5% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 941 |
| County GDP | $1,661M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 50 |
| Healthcare | 77 |
| Retail | 72 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,705 |
| 34% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.09% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.6 min |
| Work from Home | 18.4% |
The median home value in Blunt is $152,500, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $888 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,610.
Home Values
| Census Median | $152,500 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $165,610 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $888 |
| 24% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,705 |
| 34% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.09% |
In Blunt, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Blunt vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.6% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.5% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.3% |
| Depression | 21.1% |
| Mental Distress | 15.4% |
| Physical Distress | 10.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.1% |
| Premature Death | 10,072/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 77 |
Crime Rates: Blunt vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Blunt has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
15°F Jan (-9°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 44.3°F |
| 18% below US avg |
| January Average | 15°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 18.6 inches |
| 51% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 40.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,619 ft (493 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 437/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.5159°N, 99.9886°W |
| County FIPS | 46065 |