Bellechester city, Minnesota
Bellechester city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Bellechester city is a geographic entity located in Goodhue County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 136. The land area covers 0.25 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 136 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 29.8 yrs | ±9.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 66 | ±17 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 69 | ±18 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 66 | ±17 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3 | ±5 |
| Median Home Value | $202,400 | ±$26,849 |
| Median Gross Rent | $930 | ±$99 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $62,500 | ±$8,883 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,796 | ±$5,388 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.2% | ±6.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 19 | ±12 |
| Unemployment Rate | 13% | ±21.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 80 | ±21 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.9% | ±6.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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CITY OF BELLECHESTER
GUS Population: 175 (2024)
ID: 211758
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK
299 GREAT WESTERN AVE, BELLECHESTER MN 55027-9024
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GUS Population: 47,982 (2024)
ID: 184128
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
509 W 5TH ST, STE 104, RED WING MN 55066-2572
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | RED WING, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | RED WING, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | LAKE CITY, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-04 | RED WING, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | RED WING, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | RED WING, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-KG | RED WING, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | PINE ISLAND, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | RED WING, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | GOODHUE, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Nova Academy of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 19.8 mi away | 5979 Bandel Road, Rochester, MN, 55901 |
5072806910
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ZUMBROTA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.5 mi away | 100 WEST AVE, ZUMBROTA, MN, 55992 |
(507) 732-5211
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Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
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College | 24.3 mi away | 200 1st St SW, Rochester, MN, 55905 |
5072843208
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LAKE CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 201 S HIGH STREET, LAKE CITY, MN, 55041 |
(651) 345-4013
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University of Minnesota-Rochester
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College | 24.3 mi away | 111 South Broadway, Suite 300, Rochester, MN, 55904 |
8772804699
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RED WING PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 225 EAST AVENUE, RED WING, MN, 55066 |
(651) 385-3673
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PINE ISLAND: VAN HORN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 115 SE 3RD STREET, PINE ISLAND, MN, 55963 |
(507) 356-8558
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PEPIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.5 mi away | 510 2ND ST., PEPIN, WI, 54759 |
(715) 442-4932
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CANNON FALLS LIBRARY
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Library | 21.6 mi away | 306 W. MILL ST., CANNON FALLS, MN, 55009 |
(507) 263-2804
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PLAINVIEW PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.0 mi away | 345 1ST AVENUE NW, PLAINVIEW, MN, 55964 |
(507) 534-3425
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at ZUMBROTA, MN US, located 9.2 miles from Bellechester city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22.7° | 4.1° | 13.4° | 0.99" | 10.5" |
| February | 27.3° | 7.3° | 17.3° | 1.03" | 9.5" |
| March | 40.4° | 20.6° | 30.5° | 1.85" | 6.2" |
| April | 55.3° | 33.5° | 44.4° | 3.34" | 3.3" |
| May | 67.2° | 45.5° | 56.4° | 4.19" | 0.5" |
| June | 77.3° | 56.3° | 66.8° | 5.33" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.0° | 60.1° | 70.5° | 4.12" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.6° | 57.5° | 68.0° | 4.89" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.9° | 48.8° | 60.4° | 3.92" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.7° | 36.0° | 47.4° | 2.56" | 0.6" |
| November | 41.9° | 23.5° | 32.7° | 1.77" | 3.0" |
| December | 28.3° | 11.7° | 20.0° | 1.20" | 9.9" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellechester city | City | 0.1 mi | — |
| Goodhue city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
| Mazeppa city | City | 6.9 mi | — |
| Zumbro Falls city | City | 7.2 mi | — |
| Zumbrota city | City | 9.6 mi | — |
| Frontenac CDP | CDP | 12.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2704904798. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.