Median Income
$93,730
25% higher than US avg
Home Value
$342,600
22% higher than US avg
Violent Crime
58/100K
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
24.5%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,197
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.8%
69% lower than US avg
How Boonsboro Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,799
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density1,246/mi²
Male / Female58% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
A+
Median Income$93,730
Per Capita$40,445
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$9,961M
Commute34 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$342,600
Rent$1,197
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$397,752
Crime
F
Violent58/100K
Property777/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault29/100K
Burglary173/100K
Health
Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Education
C+
Bachelor's+24.5%
High School+95.8%
School Score5.85
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute34 min
EV Stations2
Libraries9
Is Boonsboro a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Boonsboro receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Boonsboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Boonsboro is $93,730, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Boonsboro is $342,600, 22% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,197 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Boonsboro is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 58 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 777 per 100,000, 60% below the national average.
Education
24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Boonsboro experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Boonsboro has a population of 3,799 with a density of 1,246 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%), with 5.4% Black.
Population
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Boonsboro vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.7% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.3% |
| 75% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Boonsboro vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Boonsboro is $93,730, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income: Boonsboro vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $93,730 |
| 25% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $40,445 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,120 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,244 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.8% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,704 |
| County GDP | $9,961M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 333 |
| Healthcare | 446 |
| Retail | 547 |
| Manufacturing | 135 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,722 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.09% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.4 min |
| Work from Home | 11.8% |
The median home value in Boonsboro is $342,600, 22% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,197 (3% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $397,752.
Home Values
| Census Median | $342,600 |
| 22% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $397,752 |
| Median List Price | $524,990 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $524,990 |
| $/Sq Ft | $221 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 102.8% |
| Price Drops | 25.0% |
| Inventory | 16 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,197 |
| 3% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,312 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,648 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,123 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,442 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,722 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.09% |
In Boonsboro, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Boonsboro vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.9% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.4% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.9% |
| Depression | 24.8% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 10,710/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 80.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 446 |
Boonsboro has a violent crime rate of 58 per 100,000 residents, 85% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 777 per 100,000 (60% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.
Crime Rates: Boonsboro vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 57.6/100K |
| 85% below US avg |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg |
| Rape | 28.8/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 28.8/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 777.2/100K |
| 60% below US avg |
| Burglary | 172.7/100K |
| Theft | 575.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 28.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Boonsboro has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-0°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 54.2°F |
| 0% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.6 inches |
| 15% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (7.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,246/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.5106°N, 77.6647°W |
| County FIPS | 24043 |