Home Value $177,500

37% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.2%

13% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.3%

8% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population185

Median Age37.8 yrs

Density79/mi²

Male / Female60% / 40%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$19,421

Unemployment3.3%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$505M

Commute20 min

Housing

Home Value$177,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units43

Health

Obesity36.2%

Uninsured11.9%

Smoking18.3%

Depression26.9%

Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain53.2 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation689 ft (210 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+86.7%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%

Commute20 min

Broadband62.0%

Libraries2

Is Boles a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boles receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Boles stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Boles is $177,500, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Boles enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Boles has a population of 185 with a density of 79 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

185

Total Population

People / sq mi

37.8yrs

Median Age

3% below US avg

2.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60%

Female 40%

Race & Ethnicity

Boles vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Boles vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boles is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Boles vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$19,421
Avg Weekly Wage	$731
IRS Avg AGI	$44,688

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.3%
	8% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	186
County GDP	$505M

Business (County)

Restaurants	12
Healthcare	24
Retail	23
Manufacturing	7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$1,275
	64% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	0.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	19.5 min
Drive Alone	89.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Boles is $177,500, 37% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$177,500
	37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$700
1 Bedroom	$751
2 Bedrooms	$944
3 Bedrooms	$1,239
4 Bedrooms	$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	43
Median Year Built	1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$1,275
	64% below US avg
Effective Rate	0.72%

In Boles, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.9% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 26.9% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.2%
	13% above US avg
Diabetes	10.8%
Heart Disease	6.8%
High Blood Pressure	36.9%
Asthma	10.6%
COPD	8.4%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.3%
	31% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.5%
Physical Inactivity	31.5%
Depression	26.9%
Mental Distress	20.7%
Physical Distress	15.8%
Short Sleep	39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	11.9%
	38% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.2%
Dental Visits	51.2%
Premature Death	18,531/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	5.1/10
Exercise Access	46.0%
Healthcare Facilities	24

Boles has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.2 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	60.1°F
	11% above US avg
January Average	39°F (4°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	53.2 inches
	40% above US avg
Snowfall	2.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	689 ft (210 m)
Area	2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density	79/sq mi
Coordinates	34.7881°N, 94.0494°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	05127

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.5-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.1%

D 12.6%

Winner: Republican by 73.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	86.7%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.91

A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	79/sq mi
Total Area	2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	62.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	24
Restaurants	12
Retail Stores	23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	19.5 min
Drive Alone	89.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Boles, AR

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Boles a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Boles vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Boles vs U.S. Average

Income: Boles vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities