Median Income
$43,194
43% lower than US avg
Home Value
$95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.5%
7% lower than US avg
How Bokchito Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population495
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density728/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Economy
B
Median Income$43,194
Per Capita$22,815
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$485M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$238,786
Health
Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Elevation626 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+72.3%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute23 min
Libraries1
Is Bokchito a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bokchito receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bokchito offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bokchito is $43,194, 43% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.5% 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 Bokchito is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Bokchito enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Bokchito has a population of 495 with a density of 728 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78%), with 18.6% Hispanic.
Population
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below 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 Bokchito is $43,194, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $43,194 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $22,815 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $775 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,056 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.2% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.5% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 334 |
| County GDP | $485M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Healthcare | 23 |
| Retail | 53 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,900 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.00% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.0 min |
| Work from Home | 9.0% |
The median home value in Bokchito is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $238,786.
Home Values
| Census Median | $95,000 |
| 66% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $238,786 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $750 |
| 36% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,900 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.00% |
In Bokchito, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bokchito vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.1% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.6% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.4% |
| Depression | 27.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 78.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 12,958/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 28.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 23 |
Crime Rates: Bokchito vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Bokchito has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
42°F Jan (6°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 62.9°F |
| 16% above US avg |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 44.4 inches |
| 17% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 2.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 626 ft (191 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 728/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.0154°N, 96.1416°W |
| County FIPS | 40005 |