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Boston, IN
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Boston, IN
At a Glance
How Boston Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Boston's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Boston a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Boston residents earn a median household income of $67,734 , which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,964. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1% (14% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 31.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 150 business establishments, including 11 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Boston is $75,000 , 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $152,229. Median rent is $942/month, with 30.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Boston reports 285 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 25% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,425/100K.
Education
8.4% of adults in Boston hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below the national average). 84.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Boston has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.