Boonville, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Boonville is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,502. Residents earn $77,500 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,502 Population 1,252/sq mi density
$77,500 Median Income $32,791 per capita
$167,300 Home Value $226,419 Zillow
$735 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$77,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$167,300 home value, $735/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,500
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $167,300
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.2%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $735
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,502
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density1,252/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,500
Per Capita$32,791
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$1,334M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$167,300
Rent$735
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$226,419

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain49.0 in/yr
Elevation1,051 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.2%
High School+89.5%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute29 min
Libraries4

Is Boonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boonville receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Boonville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Boonville is $77,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Boonville is $167,300, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $735 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Boonville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Boonville has a population of 1,502 with a density of 1,252 people per square mile. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%).

Population

1,502
Total Population
1,252
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Boonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Boonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boonville is $77,500, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Boonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,500
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,791
Avg Weekly Wage$868
IRS Avg AGI$62,397

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)798
County GDP$1,334M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare42
Retail107
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,700
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Boonville is $167,300, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $735 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $226,419.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$167,300
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$226,419
Median List Price$390,700

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$390,700
$/Sq Ft$163
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$735
37% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,700
23% below US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Boonville, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.8% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death12,330/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access51.6%
Healthcare Facilities42

Crime Rates: Boonville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Boonville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.0 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,051 ft (320 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density1,252/sq mi
Coordinates36.2340°N, 80.7093°W
County FIPS37197
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.8%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 62.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.2%
37% below US avg
High School+89.5%
School Test Score5.46
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,252/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants60
Retail Stores107

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Work from Home6.6%

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