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Boston, KY
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Boston, KY
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 $60,486 , which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,055. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,530 business establishments, including 75 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Boston is $180,400 , 36% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $236,866. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1985.
Safety & Crime
Boston reports 212 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 44% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,699/100K.
Education
5.1% of adults in Boston hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below the national average). 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Boston has 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. Annual precipitation totals 52.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.