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Boston, KY

Kentucky · Nelson County · Louisville/Jefferson County Metro

Boston is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 154. Residents earn $60,486 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
154 Population 79/sq mi density
$60,486 Median Income $30,055 per capita
$180,400 Home Value $236,866 Zillow
57°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
212 Violent Crime/100K 1,699 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$60,486 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,400 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
212 violent crimes/100K (44% below avg)
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $60,486
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $180,400
36% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 212/100K
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.1%
85% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population154
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density79/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans13.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,486
Per Capita$30,055
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,394M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,400
Ownership75.3%
Zillow$236,866
Housing Units121
Rent Burden26.2%

Crime

F
Violent212/100K
Property1,699/100K

Health

Obesity34.5%
Smoking23.3%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.6 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation463 ft (141 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.1%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.19

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute22 min
Broadband73.0%
EV Stations5
Libraries4

Is Boston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boston receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Boston has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Boston is $60,486, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Boston is $180,400, 36% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Boston is below the national average at 212 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,699 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Boston enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Boston has a population of 154 with a density of 79 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 33.1% female and 66.9% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 13.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 20.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

154
Total Population
79
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.9%
Female 33.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Boston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Boston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boston is $60,486, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,055 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,090, 24% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,530 business establishments, including 75 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Boston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,486
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,055
Avg Weekly Wage$1,090
IRS Avg AGI$68,175
Gini Index0.431 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,530
County GDP$2,394M

Business (County)

Restaurants75
Healthcare128
Retail157
Manufacturing61

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,631
4% above US avg
Cost of Living90.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Boston is $180,400, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $236,866, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $794 for a one-bedroom to $984 for a two-bedroom apartment. 75.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 121 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1985. The average annual property tax is $3,631. 26.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,400
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$236,866

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.3%
Owner-Occupied75.3%
Renter-Occupied24.7%
Housing Units121
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,631
4% above US avg
Effective Rate2.01%
In Boston, 34.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 7.0% of residents, above the national average. 38.0% have high blood pressure. 23.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.6% report binge drinking. 33.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 14.9% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,884. The dentist ratio is 1:1,755. 61.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.7 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD9.3%
Cancer6.4%
Kidney Disease3.2%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.3%
66% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity33.1%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Primary Care1:1,884
Dentists1:1,755
Mental Health1:645
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits62.7%
Premature Death10,516/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access61.4%
Healthcare Facilities128
Boston has a violent crime rate of 212 per 100,000 residents, 44% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,699 per 100,000, 13% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Boston receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent212.4/100K
44% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,699.4/100K
13% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Boston enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 299 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 52.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 463 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation463 ft (141 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density79/sq mi
Coordinates37.7812°N, 85.6872°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyNelson County County
Nearest AirportLouisville Muhammad Ali International (SDF)
27 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.6"
38% above US avg
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.88"
Driest Month (Oct) 2.87"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score55.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability29.1 / 100
Community Resilience82.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

20 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.8 on May 11, 2025.

Jan 24, 1990 6 km WNW of Alton, Indiana M3.9 81 km
Jan 27, 1990 6 km N of Alton, Indiana M3.8 79 km
May 30, 2023 6 km W of Calhoun, Kentucky M3.0 147 km
Nov 28, 1998 6 km SW of Bremen, Kentucky M2.9 148 km
Aug 20, 2015 6 km SE of Lawrenceburg, Kentucky M2.8 78 km
May 11, 2025 11 km SE of High Bridge, Kentucky M2.8 95 km
Mar 21, 1990 1 km W of Spring Mill, Kentucky M2.7 40 km
Mar 9, 1990 8 km ENE of New Amsterdam, Indiana M2.7 60 km
Jan 12, 2023 4 km E of Burgin, Kentucky M2.6 85 km
Aug 4, 2023 11 km ENE of Lancaster, Kentucky M2.6 108 km
Feb 27, 2020 5 km SW of Bremen, Kentucky M2.6 148 km
Jan 29, 1990 11 km S of Paoli, Indiana M2.6 101 km
Mar 22, 1990 9 km E of Rochester, Kentucky M2.6 117 km
Jan 8, 1995 Kentucky M2.6 147 km
Aug 26, 2000 6 km N of Boonville, Indiana M2.6 144 km
Jan 21, 2018 8 km SSE of High Bridge, Kentucky M2.6 90 km
May 30, 2023 7 km W of Calhoun, Kentucky M2.5 149 km
Mar 8, 1990 4 km SW of Oak Grove, Kentucky M2.5 110 km
Apr 18, 2012 13 km W of Owensboro, Kentucky M2.5 139 km
Jan 4, 1999 9 km WNW of Mount Sterling, Kentucky M2.5 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

453 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 96 fatalities, 1,708 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 3, 1974 EF5 74 km 31
Apr 3, 1974 EF5 99 km 6
Mar 2, 2012 EF4 85 km 11
May 28, 1996 EF4 41 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 47 km 3
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 62 km 4
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 20 km 3
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 86 km 11
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 65 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 88 km 0
Apr 27, 1971 EF4 73 km 6
Apr 27, 1971 EF4 95 km 2
Dec 11, 2021 EF3 47 km 1
Feb 28, 2011 EF3 78 km 0
Oct 18, 2007 EF3 78 km 0
May 30, 2004 EF3 99 km 1
May 23, 2000 EF3 61 km 0
Apr 16, 1998 EF3 77 km 0
Mar 28, 1997 EF3 50 km 1
Mar 28, 1997 EF3 40 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: FLOATING MILL HOLLOW (2,422 ac, 2010).

Year Name Acres Distance
2010 FLOATING MILL HOLLOW 2,422 73 km
2008 BROOKS KNOB 2,225 80 km
2012 FY2012 CRYSTAL CAVE BROADCAST BURN 2,221 71 km
2010 JOPPA CHURCH 2,037 78 km
2004 JIM LEE 1,770 78 km
2009 TEMPLE HILL 1,628 78 km
2009 JIM LEE 1,613 78 km
2007 Big Woods 1,500 68 km
2008 GOBLIN KNOB 1,445 70 km
2017 UNNAMED 1,336 83 km
2019 UNNAMED 1,057 81 km
2021 UNNAMED 959 81 km
2014 UNNAMED 910 80 km
2019 UNNAMED 892 80 km
2024 LONG RUN RX 774 85 km
2007 DENNISON FERRY RX 655 70 km
2000 UNNAMED 641 75 km
2019 UNNAMED 584 85 km
2010 ROCKHOUSE HOLLOW RX 581 84 km
2005 UNNAMED 576 72 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 3.9 in
March 47°F (8°C) 4.7 in
April 56°F (13°C) 4.5 in
May 64°F (18°C) 4.8 in
June 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in
July 77°F (25°C) 4.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 3.7 in
September 69°F (20°C) 3.7 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.9 in Driest
November 47°F (8°C) 4.1 in
December 38°F (3°C) 4.5 in

Boston has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 35°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.9") and October the driest (2.9").

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Boston is located in Nelson County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 5.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 85% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 70.3% of the vote, a 41.8-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 128 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 100% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.3%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.1%
85% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.19
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density79/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi
CountyNelson County County

Services

Broadband Access73.0%
Avg Download Speed67.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed7.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities128
Restaurants75
Retail Stores157

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Boston. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $226 ($135-$361)
Specialist Visit $316 ($180-$496)
Urgent Care Visit $180 ($90-$316)
Emergency Room Visit $1,984 ($722-$4,510)
Dental Cleaning $117 ($68-$180)
Dental Filling $226 ($135-$361)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $41 ($23-$68)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $68 ($45-$108)
Brake Pad Replacement $271 ($135-$451)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18-$68)
New Tires (Set of 4) $541 ($361-$902)
Battery Replacement $180 ($90-$316)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $90 ($54-$135)
Electrician (Per Hour) $81 ($45-$126)
HVAC Repair $361 ($135-$722)
HVAC System Install $6,314 ($3,608-$10,824)
Roof Repair $902 ($361-$1,804)
Roof Replacement $8,118 ($4,961-$13,530)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,353 ($451-$3,157)
Divorce (Contested) $13,530 ($4,510-$27,060)
DUI Defense $4,510 ($1,804-$9,020)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,353 ($722-$2,706)
Will Preparation $451 ($180-$902)
Trust Preparation $2,255 ($902-$4,510)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14-$41)
Women's Haircut $50 ($27-$90)
Hair Coloring (Full) $135 ($68-$226)
Manicure $23 ($14-$41)
Pedicure $36 ($23-$59)
Massage (1 Hour) $72 ($45-$117)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.70 ($2.71-$4.96)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.16 ($2.26-$4.51)
Loaf of Bread $3.43 ($2.26-$4.96)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.06 ($2.71-$5.86)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.96 ($3.61-$6.77)
Rice (per lb) $0.90 ($0.54-$1.62)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $126 ($72-$226)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $63 ($27-$135)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $63 ($36-$108)
Internet (Monthly) $63 ($36-$90)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $59 ($27-$90)
Cable TV (Monthly) $77 ($45-$135)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $180 ($68-$451)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,804 ($1,082-$3,157)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $63 ($27-$117)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.22-$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $90 ($27-$226)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($14-$68)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,082 ($541-$2,255)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $902 ($451-$1,804)
After-School Care (Monthly) $361 ($180-$631)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $45 ($23-$90)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $902 ($361-$2,255)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,275 ($4,510-$27,060)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $54 ($27-$90)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $90 ($45-$180)
Dog Grooming $54 ($27-$90)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18-$68)
Dog Spay/Neuter $271 ($135-$451)
Cat Spay/Neuter $180 ($90-$361)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$698
Toddler$614
Preschool$614
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$560
Toddler$536
Preschool$536
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Nelson County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 5,690 94 $69,648 3.75
Retail Trade 2,037 175 $36,074 1.11
Health Care & Social Assistance 2,010 247 $57,368 0.76
Accommodation & Food Services 1,545 90 $23,189 0.92
Construction 1,466 195 $69,312 1.51
Administrative & Waste Services 848 86 $34,969 0.78
Wholesale Trade 666 65 $78,092 0.92
Professional & Technical Services 455 146 $71,618 0.35
Finance & Insurance 380 86 $63,700 0.51
Other Services 290 106 $41,584 0.52
Real Estate 96 49 $43,248 0.34
Information & Technology 84 22 $63,157 0.24
Arts & Entertainment 77 9 $18,095 0.25
Management of Companies 52 5 $162,755 0.17
Educational Services 51 11 $28,310 0.13
Unclassified 15 6 $62,587 0.58

Schools in Boston

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Boston School Elementary 361 25 14.4:1
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Radio Stations near Boston

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WZ2523 - NOAA Weather Radio - MP3 32 kbps
790 KRD sports AAC
Gamepad Music gamemusic, games MP3 128 kbps
100.5 FM - AAC
WBRT country MP3 128 kbps
WIOP 95.1 FM bible, bible study MP3 128 kbps
WFMP-LP Louisville Forward Radio - AAC+ 32 kbps
97.5 WAMZ country AAC
ARTxFM WXOX 97.1 Louisville, KY music, public radio MP3 128 kbps
Talk Radio 1080 talk AAC
NewsRadio 840 WHAS news, talk AAC

Campgrounds Near Boston

4 campgrounds found near Boston.

NameRatingSitesPrice
DOG CREEK (KY) 4.4/5 68 $18, $50
WAX 4.4/5 107 Free
SMITH RIDGE 4.3/5 79 $20, $32
Dog Creek Day Use (KY) - 1 $50

National Parks Near Boston

25 national parks and monuments found near Boston.

ParkTypeFee
Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Barren River Lake State Resort Park State Park Free
Charlestown State Park State Park Free
Clifty Falls State Park State Park Free
E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park State Park Free
Falls Of The Ohio State Park State Park Free
Falls of The Ohio State Park State Park Free
Fourteen Mile Creek Nature Preserve Addition State Park Free
General Butler State Resort Park State Park Free
George Rogers Clark State Park State Park Free
Green River Lake State Park State Park Free
Isaac Shelby Cemetery State Historic Site State Park Free
Lake Cumberland State Resort Park State Park Free
Lincoln Homestead State Park State Park Free
Mammoth Cave National Park National Park Free
Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument National Monument Free
Mitchell Sinkhole Plain Nature Preserve State Park Free
My Old Kentucky Home State Park State Park Free
Nolin Lake State Park State Park Free
O'bannon Woods State Park State Park Free
Old Fort Harrod State Park State Park Free
Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site State Park Free
Rough River Dam State Resort Park State Park Free
Spring Mill State Park State Park Free
Taylorsville Lake State Park State Park Free

Museums in Boston

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BERNHEIM ARBORETUM AND RESEARCH FORESTARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER1701 CLERMONT RD5029558512$2,608,961
KENTUCKY RAILWAY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM136 S MAIN ST5025495470$1,153,609
KYANA REGION OF THE ANTIQUE AUTOMOBILE CLUB OF AMERICAHISTORIC PRESERVATION5022923235$153,857
LINCOLN MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM2703583163$108,916
ELIZABETHTOWN-HARDIN COUNTY HERITAGE COUNCILHISTORIC PRESERVATION$82,190
ABRAHAM LINCOLN BIRTHPLACE NHPHISTORIC PRESERVATION2703583137
ANCESTRAL TRAILS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BROWN-PUSEY HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BULLITT COUNTY HISTORY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM5029210161
CROSS AND CRUCIFIX MUSEUM OF LOUISVILLE KYGENERAL MUSEUM
HARDIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2705052067
HARDIN COUNTY HISTORY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM2707638339
KENTUCKY LINCOLN HERITAGE TRAIL ALLIANCEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MORRISON GALLERYART MUSEUM2707068507
MY OLD KENTUCKY HOME STATE PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION5023483502
OSCAR GETZ MUSEUM OF WHISKEY HISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM114 NORTH 5TH STREET5023482999
ROLLING FORK HISTORIC PRESERVATION ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SCHMIDT MUSEUM OF COCA-COLA MEMORABILIAHISTORY MUSEUM
WOMEN'S CIVIL WAR MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5023500632

Libraries in Boston

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BULLITT COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT127 NORTH WALNUT STREET0.0287,806
HARDIN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY100 JIM OWEN DRIVE0.0237,270
NELSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY201 CATHEDRAL MANOR0.0142,967
LARUE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY201 SOUTH LINCOLN BOULEVARD0.047,040

Farmers Markets in Boston

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bardstown Farmers MarketEast Flaget05/03/2013 to 10/29/2013Tue: 7:30 AM-12:30 PM;Fri: 7:30 AM-12:30 PM;Sat: 7:30 AM-12:30 PM;YesVisit
Hardin County Farmers' Market200 Peterson Drive05/02/2015 to 10/31/2015Wed: 11:00 AM-4:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Heartland Whole Life32 Public Square01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014Mon: 12:30 PM-6:30 PM;Tue: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM;Wed: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM;Fri: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Sat: 9:30 AM-YesVisit

Cell Towers in Boston

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
3.2 KM EAST OFTOWER143
3.2 KM EAST OFTOWER143
Hardin East cell, 6670 Old Bellwood RoadTOWER130
11920 Louisville RoadTOWER130
11920 Louisville RoadTOWER130
Hardin East cell, 6670 Old Bellwood RoadTOWER130
Colesburg, 3.22 KM WSW OFTOWER127
COUNTY RD 1055/KELLY ROAD (88183)GTOWER127
Colesburg, 3.22 KM WSW OFTOWER127
Hardin-Nelson, 14.5 km east ofTOWER126
Hardin-Nelson, 14.5 km east ofTOWER126
3.2 km south ofLTOWER108
3.2 km south ofLTOWER108
237 OLD BOSTON ROAD (37611)LTOWER96
Battle Training Road, 7.3 km west ofLTOWER91
Battle Training Road, 7.3 km west ofLTOWER91
Lincoln Home, in the city ofTOWER91
Lincoln Home, in the city ofTOWER91
1320 Happy Hollow Road (39981)GTOWER91
1320 Happy Hollow RoadTOWER91
Elizabethtown North, near 208 Pear Orchard Road NWLTOWER90
Elizabethtown North, near 208 Pear Orchard Road NWLTOWER90
Pine Lick Knob, 11 km south ofLTOWER88
Pine Lick Knob, 11 km south ofLTOWER88
2.3 KM NORTH NORTHEAST OFTOWER88
2.3 KM NORTH NORTHEAST OFTOWER88
New Hope, 4808 New Hope RoadTOWER88
New Hope, 4808 New Hope RoadTOWER88
Bardstown West, 6656 Boston RoadTOWER85
Bardstown West, 6656 Boston RoadTOWER85
I-65 Rock Cut, 781 Casey LaneTOWER84
423 Bogard Ln (122475)LTOWER84
Prather, 7891 Shepardsville RoadTOWER84
I-65 Rock Cut, 781 Casey LaneTOWER84
Prather, 7891 Shepardsville RoadTOWER84
Lincoln Parkway, Site LV0115 @ 342 Fultz RoadTOWER81
Lincoln Parkway, Site LV0115 @ 342 Fultz RoadTOWER81
Bardstown NW, 720 South Saint Gregory RoadTOWER78
2034 HIGHWAY 31 EAST (37660)LTOWER78
Bardstown NW, 720 South Saint Gregory RoadTOWER78
720 South Saint Gregory Road (37679)LTOWER78
2760 Cissal Hill RoadTOWER78
Nelson West, on Highway 31 EastTOWER78
2760 Cissal Hill RoadTOWER78
Nelson West, on Highway 31 EastTOWER78
GLENDALE CELL SITE, 6667 SOUTH DIXIE HWY.TOWER66
GLENDALE CELL SITE, 6667 SOUTH DIXIE HWY.TOWER66
Elizabethtown Downtown, 1515 Fisher Ridge RdTOWER64
Elizabethtown Downtown, 1515 Fisher Ridge RdTOWER64
Longview, 11 km NNW ofTOWER52
Longview, 11 km NNW ofTOWER52

Fire Stations in Boston

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Boston Volunteer Fire Department & Rescue12597 Boston RDVolunteer270-883-4623

Bridges in Boston

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertSteel19642710,954F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19653217,583F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19651687,583F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19651687,583F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19653217,583F
Tee BeamConcrete19651066,956F
Tee BeamConcrete19651186,956F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19653066,956F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19653086,956F
Tee BeamConcrete19662054,120F
CulvertConcrete1966314,120F
CulvertConcrete1941273,233G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19623072,164F
CulvertConcrete1934471,871F
Tee BeamConcrete1934481,871P
CulvertConcrete1934211,871F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19412531,865P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19415511,865G
CulvertConcrete1941241,865F
CulvertConcrete194931891G
Tee BeamConcrete1952105619F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1982142557F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous1964230557P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199936360F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous1965190243F
CulvertConcrete195332243G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete197452233F
CulvertConcrete195229233G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200358211G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete202136127G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197645127F
CulvertSteel20023450P

Airports Near Boston

43 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Louisville Muhammad Ali International AirportSDFLarge Airport
Bowman FieldLOUMedium Airport
Godman Army Air FieldFTKMedium Airport
Addington Field / Elizabethtown Regional AirportEKXSmall Airport
Amy Airport-Small Airport
Arnolds Airport-Small Airport
Blue Lick Airport-Small Airport
Brooks Field-Small Airport
Byrne Field-Small Airport
Cedar Farm Airport-Small Airport
Cherry Hill Airport-Small Airport
Clark Regional Airport-Small Airport
Columbia-Adair Co. Airport-Small Airport
Deer Run Airpark-Small Airport
Flying C Farms Airport-Small Airport
Gettlefinger Field-Small Airport
Glasgow Municipal AirportGLWSmall Airport
Grayson County Airport-Small Airport
Greenridge Restricted Landing Area-Small Airport
Jacobi Airport-Small Airport
Jeffries Farm Airport-Small Airport
John M. Foree Airport-Small Airport
Lakeview Airport-Small Airport
Lebanon Springfield Airport - George Hoerter Field-Small Airport
Liberty-Casey County Airport-Small Airport
Lincoln Farm Airport-Small Airport
Mason Valley Airport-Small Airport
Mc Grew Airport-Small Airport
Miles Field-Small Airport
Natchez Trace Farm Airport-Small Airport
Oz Airport-Small Airport
Papaws Landing-Small Airport
Robinson Airpark-Small Airport
Rooster Field-Small Airport
Samuels FieldBRYSmall Airport
Samuels Springs Airport-Small Airport
Spring Lake Airport-Small Airport
Taylor County Airport-Small Airport
Twin Lakes Airport-Small Airport
Vine Grove Airport-Small Airport
Williams Airport-Small Airport
Willow Island Airpark-Small Airport
Woodledge Farm Airport-Small Airport

Police Stations in Boston

7 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Bullitt County Sheriffs Office300 South Buckman Street
Elizabethtown Police Department
Hardin County Detention Center100 Lawson Boulevard
Hodgenville Police Department
Larue County Sheriff209 West High Street
Lebanon Junction Police Department276 Main Street
Shepherdsville Police Department634 Conestoga Parkway

Grocery Stores in Boston

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 12937Other11600 Boston Rd

Treatment Centers in Boston

13 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Astra Behavioral HealthSubstance Abuse270-506-2730
Bluegrass Professional CounselingBoth270-358-5860
Commitment House LLC - Womens ResidentialSubstance Abuse270-982-3545
Communicare IncBoth270-351-8166
Communicare IncSubstance Abuse502-348-9206
Communicare Inc - EAST Center/Womens CenterSubstance Abuse270-982-8824
Communicare Inc - Passages Transitional Housing ProgramSubstance Abuse270-737-6449
Communicare Outpatient ClinicBoth502-348-9206
REACH Program LLCSubstance Abuse502-350-7368
Recovery Works - ElizabethtownSubstance Abuse270-600-3964 x736
Recovery Works - ElizabethtownSubstance Abuse270-600-3964 x736
reNestSubstance Abuse270-839-6743
Stepworks of Elizabethtown - Residential Treatment ServicesSubstance Abuse800-545-9031

Churches & Religious Organizations in Boston

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BOSTON CHRISTIAN CHURCHPO BOX 13
BOSTON COMMUNITY CHURCHPO BOX 149
OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL INC1730 N STILLWELL RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Boston

What is the population of Boston?

Boston has a population of 154 residents and is located in Kentucky. The population density is 79 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.4 years. The population is 33.1% female and 66.9% male.

Is Boston expensive to live in?

Boston is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $60,486, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,400 (36% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Boston safe?

Boston is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 212 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,699 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Boston receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Boston?

Boston enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Boston?

The job market in Boston is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,090. There are 1,530 business establishments in the area, including 75 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Boston?

The median home value in Boston is $180,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $236,866. The homeownership rate is 75.3%. The average annual property tax is $3,631.

How are the schools in Boston?

Schools in Boston score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 5.1% of adults in Boston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Boston?

The obesity rate in Boston is 34.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 23.3% of adults are smokers. 33.1% are physically inactive. 61.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,884.

What is transportation like in Boston?

The average commute in Boston is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Boston?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Boston is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 13.2% of the population are military veterans. 20.9% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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