Median Income
$21,071
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
12.2%
239% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Bly Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population123
Median Age65.1 yrs
Density145/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
C
Median Income$21,071
Per Capita$16,279
Unemployment12.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,627M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$187,551
Health
Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI32 (Good)
Elevation4,363 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+74.8%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
CommuteN/A
Broadband83.0%
Libraries12
Is Bly a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bly receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Bly offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bly is $21,071, 72% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Bly experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Bly has a population of 123 with a density of 145 people per square mile. The median age is 65.1 years, 67% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
65.1yrs
Median Age
67% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.2% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.8% |
| 64% below US avg |
The median household income in Bly is $21,071, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $21,071 |
| 72% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $16,279 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,033 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,413 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 12.2% |
| 239% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,382 |
| County GDP | $3,627M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 195 |
| Healthcare | 175 |
| Retail | 217 |
| Manufacturing | 37 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,619 |
| 3% above US avg |
Zillow estimates the typical home value at $187,551.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,619 |
| 3% above US avg |
In Bly, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.6% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bly vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.8% |
| Asthma | 13.7% |
| COPD | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.0% |
| Depression | 29.6% |
| Mental Distress | 21.2% |
| Physical Distress | 15.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 84.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.3% |
| Premature Death | 11,782/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 175 |
Crime Rates: Bly vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 22 |
| FEMA Disasters | 455 |
Safety Score
Bly has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
67°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 46.6°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,363 ft (1,330 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 145/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.3917°N, 121.0435°W |
| County FIPS | 41035 |