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Boaz, WI

Wisconsin · Richland County

Boaz is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 149. Residents earn $52,396 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
149 Population 414/sq mi density
$52,396 Median Income $25,686 per capita
$112,500 Home Value
$881 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$52,396 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value, $881/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,396
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $881
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.0%
13% higher than US avg

How Boaz Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population149
Median Age48.3 yrs
Density414/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,396
Per Capita$25,686
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty14.0%
County GDP$1,004M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
Rent$881
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units62
Rent Burden24.2%

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking16.8%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation731 ft (223 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+90.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute23 min
Broadband69.0%
Libraries3

Is Boaz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boaz receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Boaz offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Boaz is $52,396, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Boaz is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $881 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

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Boaz experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Boaz has a population of 149 with a density of 414 people per square mile. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%).

Population

149
Total Population
414
People / sq mi
48.3yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Boaz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Boaz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boaz is $52,396, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Boaz vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,396
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,686
Avg Weekly Wage$900
IRS Avg AGI$62,197

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above US avg
Establishments (County)542
County GDP$1,004M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare52
Retail57
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Boaz is $112,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $881 (24% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$881
24% below US avg
Rent Burden24.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.7%
Housing Units62
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Effective Rate4.93%
In Boaz, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Boaz vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep34.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.3%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,324
Dentists1:1,899
Mental Health1:661
Checkup Rate73.4%
Dental Visits63.7%
Premature Death7,313/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access43.3%
Healthcare Facilities52
Boaz has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.9 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.9 inches
11% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation731 ft (223 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density414/sq mi
Coordinates43.3299°N, 90.5277°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyRichland County County
County FIPS55103
Boaz is located in Richland County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.1-point margin. 69.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56%
D 42.8%

Winner: Republican by 13.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+90.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density414/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi
CountyRichland County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants35
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home1.6%

Nearby Cities

Richland Center, WI 5,030 pop · 7.3 mi Muscoda, WI 1,119 pop · 11.0 mi Boscobel, WI 3,263 pop · 15.5 mi Viroqua, WI 4,469 pop · 24.0 mi Hillsboro, WI 1,324 pop · 24.6 mi Fennimore, WI 2,762 pop · 25.0 mi Spring Green, WI 1,499 pop · 25.4 mi Westby, WI 2,380 pop · 27.8 mi Reedsburg, WI 10,060 pop · 30.2 mi Elroy, WI 1,529 pop · 31.2 mi Cashton, WI 1,243 pop · 31.2 mi Dodgeville, WI 5,013 pop · 32.2 mi Lancaster, WI 3,916 pop · 34.5 mi Lansing, IA 1,111 pop · 35.0 mi
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