Median Income
$55,972
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$588
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.9%
77% lower than US avg
How Boardman Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population211
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density68/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 44%
Economy
A
Median Income$55,972
Per Capita$24,209
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$1,918M
Commute36 min
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$588
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden17.0%
Health
Obesity41.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Elevation84 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+86.5%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute36 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries7
Is Boardman a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Boardman 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. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Boardman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Boardman is $55,972, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $588 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Boardman enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Boardman has a population of 211 with a density of 68 people per square mile. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (44.1%), with 13.7% Hispanic, 42.2% Black.
Population
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Boardman is $55,972, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,972 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,209 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $921 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,403 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.9% |
| 77% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,217 |
| County GDP | $1,918M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 94 |
| Healthcare | 148 |
| Retail | 192 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,405 |
| 3% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 35.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Monthly rent averages $588 (49% below US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $588 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 17.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,405 |
| 3% below US avg |
In Boardman, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Boardman vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.2% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.6% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.0% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.9% |
| Premature Death | 16,521/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 38.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 148 |
Crime Rates: Boardman vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
Safety Score
Boardman has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 61.8°F |
| 14% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.9 inches |
| 34% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 84 ft (26 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 68/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.4301°N, 78.9426°W |
| County FIPS | 37047 |