Boise City, OK

Oklahoma

Boise City is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 1,218. Residents earn $49,224 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,218 Population 823/sq mi density
$49,224 Median Income $21,597 per capita
$65,300 Home Value $77,239 Zillow
$691 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
170 Violent Crime/100K 1,789 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$49,224 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,300 home value, $691/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
170 violent crimes/100K (55% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,224
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,300
77% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 170/100K
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.2%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $691
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,218
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density823/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 72%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,224
Per Capita$21,597
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.8%
County GDP$263M
Commute5 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,300
Rent$691
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$77,239

Crime

F
Violent170/100K
Property1,789/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary85/100K

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation4,164 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.2%
High School+83.8%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 92% / D 7%
Commute5 min
Libraries1

Is Boise City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boise City receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Boise City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Boise City is $49,224, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Boise City is $65,300, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $691 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Boise City is below the national average at 170 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,789 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Boise City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Boise City has a population of 1,218 with a density of 823 people per square mile. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.2%), with 6.4% Hispanic.

Population

1,218
Total Population
823
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Boise City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.9%
12% below US avg
Spanish31.1%
132% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Boise City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boise City is $49,224, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes.

Income: Boise City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,224
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,597
Avg Weekly Wage$836
IRS Avg AGI$57,393

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)96
County GDP$263M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Retail11

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time5.2 min
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Boise City is $65,300, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $691 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $77,239.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,300
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$77,239

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$691
41% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$744
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$995
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,501

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.0%

Property Tax

In Boise City, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 33.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Boise City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity33.3%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.6%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death8,802/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access0.2%
Boise City has a violent crime rate of 170 per 100,000 residents, 55% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,789 per 100,000 (9% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Boise City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent170.4/100K
55% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape170.4/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,788.8/100K
9% below US avg
Burglary85.2/100K
Theft1,533.2/100K
Vehicle Theft170.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Boise City has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,164 ft (1,269 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density823/sq mi
Coordinates36.7313°N, 102.5095°W
County FIPS40025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 84.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 92%
D 7.1%

Winner: Republican by 84.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.2%
55% below US avg
High School+83.8%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density823/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Restaurants9
Retail Stores11

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute5.2 min
Work from Home4.1%

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