Bovill, ID

Idaho

Bovill is a small town in Idaho with a population of 136. Residents earn $34,750 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
136 Population 850/sq mi density
$34,750 Median Income $20,792 per capita
$97,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$34,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,500 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,750
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,500
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.9%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population136
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density850/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B
Median Income$34,750
Per Capita$20,792
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$2,072M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Elevation2,868 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+80.4%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 44%
Commute34 min
Broadband57.0%
Libraries7

Is Bovill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bovill receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Bovill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bovill is $34,750, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bovill is $97,500, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Bovill has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Bovill has a population of 136 with a density of 850 people per square mile. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 2.9% Hispanic.

Population

136
Total Population
850
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.6%
Female 40.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bovill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bovill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bovill is $34,750, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Bovill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,750
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,792
Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$75,069

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,448
County GDP$2,072M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare112
Retail138
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,688
34% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bovill is $97,500, 65% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,500
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$898
1 Bedroom$950
2 Bedrooms$1,173
3 Bedrooms$1,619
4 Bedrooms$1,949

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,688
34% above US avg
Effective Rate4.81%
In Bovill, 29.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 17.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.9%
7% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity17.4%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Checkup Rate71.9%
Premature Death5,065/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access69.7%
Healthcare Facilities112

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Bovill has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average44.8°F
17% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.2 inches
3% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,868 ft (874 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density850/sq mi
Coordinates46.8587°N, 116.3936°W
County FIPS16057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8-point margin. 57.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.2%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.9%
91% below US avg
High School+80.4%
School Test Score5.43
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density850/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities112
Restaurants130
Retail Stores138

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

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