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Boshof, South Africa

Free State · 🇿🇦 South Africa

Boshof is a small city in Free State, South Africa with a population of 10,194. Elevation: 4,114 ft (1,254 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
10,194 Population 288/sq mi density
4,114 ft Elevation 1,254 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
18.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 23.5%
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 32.4%
800% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.2%
152% higher than US avg

People

Population10,194
Median Age28.0 yrs
Density288/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$6,034
Unemployment32.4%
Poverty31.2%

Health

Obesity30.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking24.1%
Depression21.1%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI136 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain18.5 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation4,114 ft (1,254 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.5%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband75.7%
Population10,194
Population Density288 / sq mi
Elevation4,114 ft (1,254 m)
Coordinates-28.5391°, 25.2397°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceFree State
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation18.5 inches (469 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.0 years

Is Boshof a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boshof receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Boshof has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 32.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 31.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Boshof enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 136.

Boshof has a population of 10,194 with a density of 288 people per square mile, spread across 35.4 square miles. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. 12.6% of residents have a disability. 74.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

10,194
Total Population
288
People / sq mi
28.0yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
35.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Boshof vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Boshof vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boshof is N/A. Per capita income is $6,034 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 32.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 40.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Boshof vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$6,034

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment32.4%
800% above US avg
Poverty Rate31.2%
152% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living40.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Boshof, 30.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 11.3% have diabetes. 44.1% have high blood pressure. 24.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 7.8% report binge drinking. 21.1% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.8%
4% below US avg
Diabetes11.3%
High Blood Pressure44.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.1%
72% above US avg
Binge Drinking7.8%
Depression21.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.0%

Food & Exercise

Boshof enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 303 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 18.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 136 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 28% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,114 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.5 inches
51% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median136.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %28.2%

Geography

Elevation4,114 ft (1,254 m)
Area35.4 sq mi (91.7 km²)
Population Density288/sq mi
Coordinates-28.5391°N, 25.2397°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 2.9 in Warmest
February 74°F (23°C) 3.0 in Wettest
March 70°F (21°C) 3.0 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in
May 56°F (13°C) 0.6 in
June 49°F (10°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 48°F (9°C) 0.2 in Coldest
August 54°F (12°C) 0.3 in
September 61°F (16°C) 0.7 in
October 67°F (20°C) 1.5 in
November 71°F (22°C) 2.1 in
December 74°F (24°C) 2.2 in

Boshof has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 48°F in July to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 18.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.0") and June the driest (0.2").

23.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 30% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 75.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.5%
30% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density288/sq mi
Total Area35.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Boshof

What is the population of Boshof?

Boshof has a population of 10,194 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 288 people per square mile, spread across 35.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Boshof expensive to live in?

Boshof is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 40.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Boshof?

Boshof enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 136.

How is the job market in Boshof?

The job market in Boshof faces challenges, with unemployment at 32.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Boshof?

23.5% of adults in Boshof hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Boshof?

The obesity rate in Boshof is 30.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 24.1% of adults are smokers. 21.1% of residents report depression.

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