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Boonville, CA

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Boonville is a small town in California with a population of 985. Residents earn $53,510 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
985 Population 178/sq mi density
$53,510 Median Income $27,063 per capita
$625,000 Home Value
$1,380 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$53,510 median income, 4.4% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$625,000 home value, $1,380/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,510
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $625,000
122% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.3%
10% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,380
19% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.6%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population985
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density178/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 50%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,510
Per Capita$27,063
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$4,693M
Commute15 min

Housing

F
Home Value$625,000
Rent$1,380
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units516
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity29.6%
Uninsured13.0%
Smoking11.1%
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation377 ft (115 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.3%
High School+78.2%
Graduate+12.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 61%
Commute15 min
Broadband91.6%
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Boonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boonville receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Boonville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Boonville is $53,510, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Boonville is $625,000, making it a premium housing market at 122% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,380 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 11.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

30.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Boonville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Boonville has a population of 985 with a density of 178 people per square mile. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49.9%), with 15.9% Black.

Population

985
Total Population
178
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
5.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.2%
Female 58.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Boonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.9%
25% below US avg
Spanish41.1%
207% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Boonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boonville is $53,510, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Boonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,510
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,063
Avg Weekly Wage$1,037
IRS Avg AGI$67,138

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,522
County GDP$4,693M

Business (County)

Restaurants336
Healthcare265
Retail403
Manufacturing123

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,264
79% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.0 min
Drive Alone72.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Boonville is $625,000, 122% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,380 (19% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$625,000
122% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,380
19% above US avg
Rent Burden28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.0%
Housing Units516
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,264
79% above US avg
Effective Rate1.00%
In Boonville, 29.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 13.0% of residents lack health insurance. 11.1% are current smokers. 21.3% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.6%
8% below US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.2%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.1%
21% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.9%
Uninsured13.0%
51% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,286
Dentists1:1,247
Mental Health1:152
Checkup Rate69.8%
Dental Visits59.2%
Premature Death10,093/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access68.8%
Healthcare Facilities265
Boonville has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.8 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.8 inches
8% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation377 ft (115 m)
Area5.5 sq mi (14.3 km²)
Population Density178/sq mi
Coordinates39.0115°N, 123.3740°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 30.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 26.8-point margin. 91.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 34.5%
D 61.3%

Winner: Democrat by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.3%
10% below US avg
High School+78.2%
Graduate Degree+12.4%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density178/sq mi
Total Area5.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.6%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities265
Restaurants336
Retail Stores403

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.0 min
Drive Alone72.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

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