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Boon, MI

Michigan

Boon is a small town in Michigan with a population of 57. Residents earn $86,250 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
57 Population 68/sq mi density
$86,250 Median Income $44,014 per capita
$117,500 Home Value $250,210 Zillow
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$86,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,500 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,250
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $117,500
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.8%
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.5%
41% higher than US avg

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

People

Population57
Median Age54.7 yrs
Density68/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans57.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$86,250
Per Capita$44,014
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.5%
County GDP$1,744M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$250,210
Housing Units39
Rent Burden29.3%

Health

Obesity39.4%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking20.4%
Depression30.7%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,372 ft (418 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.8%
High School+92.6%
Graduate+3.8%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute25 min
Broadband30.0%
Libraries4

Is Boon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boon receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Boon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Boon is $86,250, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Boon is $117,500, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Boon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 119.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Boon has a population of 57 with a density of 68 people per square mile. The median age is 54.7 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

57
Total Population
68
People / sq mi
54.7yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Boon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only73.2%
7% below US avg
Spanish26.8%
100% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Boon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boon is $86,250, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Boon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,250
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,014
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$55,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.5%
41% above US avg
Establishments (County)895
County GDP$1,744M

Business (County)

Restaurants90
Healthcare112
Retail176
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,662
33% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Drive Alone72.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Boon is $117,500, 58% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $250,210.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,500
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$250,210

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.7%
Housing Units39
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,662
33% above US avg
Effective Rate3.97%
In Boon, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 20.4% are current smokers. 30.7% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma12.4%
COPD9.0%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.4%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression30.7%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.0%
Dental Visits56.8%
Premature Death10,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access81.8%
Healthcare Facilities112
Boon has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall119.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,372 ft (418 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density68/sq mi
Coordinates44.2877°N, 85.6013°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26165
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.6-point margin. 30.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%
D 32%

Winner: Republican by 34.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.8%
18% below US avg
High School+92.6%
Graduate Degree+3.8%
School Test Score5.23
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density68/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access30.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities112
Restaurants90
Retail Stores176

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Drive Alone72.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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