Median Income
$38,242
49% lower than US avg
Home Value
$123,900
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.9%
85% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.9%
77% lower than US avg
How Bouse Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,119
Median Age75.5 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Economy
B+
Median Income$38,242
Per Capita$26,536
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$849M
Commute15 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$123,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$141,014
Health
Obesity32.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp71°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain5.7 in/yr
Elevation980 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.9%
High School+89.1%
School Score4.62
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute15 min
Libraries5
Is Bouse a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bouse receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Bouse offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bouse is $38,242, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bouse is $123,900, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Bouse has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 5.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Bouse has a population of 1,119 with a density of 8 people per square mile. The median age is 75.5 years, 94% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic.
Population
75.5yrs
Median Age
94% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.0% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.0% |
| 78% below US avg |
The median household income in Bouse is $38,242, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $38,242 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,536 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $992 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,052 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.9% |
| 77% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 402 |
| County GDP | $849M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 74 |
| Healthcare | 26 |
| Retail | 87 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,768 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.04% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 15.3 min |
| Work from Home | 19.4% |
The median home value in Bouse is $123,900, 56% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,014.
Home Values
| Census Median | $123,900 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $141,014 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,053 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,151 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,889 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,158 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,768 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.04% |
In Bouse, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bouse vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.6% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.4% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.6% |
| Depression | 21.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.1% |
| Physical Distress | 14.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.1% |
| Premature Death | 23,645/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 41.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 26 |
Crime Rates: Bouse vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Bouse has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July. Annual precipitation is 5.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
52°F Jan (11°C)
93°F Jul (34°C)
| Annual Average | 71.3°F |
| 32% above US avg |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 93°F (34°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 5.7 inches |
| 85% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 980 ft (299 m) |
| Area | 136.2 sq mi (352.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8985°N, 113.9964°W |
| County FIPS | 04012 |