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Boling, TX

Texas · Fort Bend County · Metropolitan Area

Boling is a small town in Texas with a population of 732. Residents earn $98,188 per year, which is 31% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
732 Population 157/sq mi density
$98,188 Median Income $31,017 per capita
$175,900 Home Value $225,031 Zillow
70°F Avg Temperature 314 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$98,188 median income, 12.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$175,900 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,188
31% higher than US avg
Home Value $175,900
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.9%
258% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population732
Median Age28.0 yrs
Density157/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$98,188
Per Capita$31,017
Unemployment12.9%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$49,615M
Commute49 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$175,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$225,031
Housing Units399
Rent Burden30.0%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured21.4%
Smoking10.6%
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+84.9%
Graduate+1.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute49 min
Broadband78.4%
Libraries15

Is Boling a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boling receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Boling stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Boling is $98,188, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places Boling among higher-income communities. At 12.9%, unemployment is notably high. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Boling is $175,900, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Boling enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Boling has a population of 732 with a density of 157 people per square mile. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.8%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 19% Black.

Population

732
Total Population
157
People / sq mi
28.0yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
4.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.8%
Female 35.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Boling vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only50.1%
36% below US avg
Spanish49.9%
272% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Boling vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boling is $98,188, which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.

Income: Boling vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,188
31% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,017
Avg Weekly Wage$1,203
IRS Avg AGI$110,221

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.9%
258% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,369
County GDP$49,615M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,517
Healthcare2,621
Retail2,331
Manufacturing411

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,359
196% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time48.6 min
Drive Alone99.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Boling is $175,900, 38% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $225,031.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$175,900
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$225,031

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.2%
Housing Units399
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,359
196% above US avg
Effective Rate5.89%
In Boling, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% of residents lack health insurance. 10.6% are current smokers. 20.1% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma9.1%
COPD4.5%
Cancer5.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.6%
24% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep39.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.8%
Uninsured21.4%
149% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,181
Dentists1:1,720
Mental Health1:841
Checkup Rate72.7%
Dental Visits51.3%
Premature Death5,310/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access89.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,621
Boling has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.2 inches. The area enjoys 314 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average69.5°F
29% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.2 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area4.7 sq mi (12.1 km²)
Population Density157/sq mi
Coordinates29.2531°N, 95.9448°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyFort Bend County County
County FIPS48157
Boling is located in Fort Bend County County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.6-point margin. 78.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.9%
D 49.5%

Winner: Democrat by 1.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+84.9%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density157/sq mi
Total Area4.7 sq mi
CountyFort Bend County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.4%
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities2,621
Restaurants1,517
Retail Stores2,331

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute48.6 min
Drive Alone99.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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