Median Income
$62,188
17% lower than US avg
Home Value
$127,900
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$867
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.6%
79% lower than US avg
How Bloxom Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population459
Median Age29.6 yrs
Density1,391/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 60%
Veterans5.2%
Economy
A
Median Income$62,188
Per Capita$26,282
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$2,039M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$127,900
Rent$867
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$192,378
Rent Burden20.4%
Health
Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease7.2%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation22 ft (7 m)
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+81.5%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute20 min
Broadband90.6%
Libraries2
Is Bloxom a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bloxom receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Bloxom offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bloxom is $62,188, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bloxom is $127,900, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $867 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Bloxom enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Bloxom has a population of 459 with a density of 1,391 people per square mile. The median age is 29.6 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.1%), with 24.4% Black.
Population
29.6yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 82.3% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Spanish | 17.7% |
| 32% above US avg |
The median household income in Bloxom is $62,188, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $62,188 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,282 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,012 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,546 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.6% |
| 79% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,264 |
| County GDP | $2,039M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 100 |
| Healthcare | 56 |
| Retail | 146 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,826 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.21% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 90.9% |
| Public Transit | 2.4% |
| Work from Home | 5.3% |
The median home value in Bloxom is $127,900, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $867 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $192,378.
Home Values
| Census Median | $127,900 |
| 55% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $192,378 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $867 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 20.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,826 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.21% |
In Bloxom, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 33.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bloxom vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.3% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.8% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.6% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 9.0% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.7% |
| Depression | 24.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 16.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.2% |
| Premature Death | 12,239/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 41.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 56 |
Bloxom has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 58.8°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.2 inches |
| 24% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 6.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 22 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,391/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.8292°N, 75.6214°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County FIPS | 51001 |