Home Value $177,900

37% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 57.0%

69% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.5%

23% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 32.1%

159% higher than US avg

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

People

Population341

Median Age41.5 yrs

Density126/mi²

Male / Female43% / 57%

Largest GroupWhite 45%

Veterans7.6%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$26,753

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty32.1%

County GDP$3,581M

Commute28 min

Housing

Home Value$177,900

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units129

Health

Obesity39.5%

Uninsured8.3%

Smoking13.0%

Depression19.8%

Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain61.7 in/yr

Sunny Days299/yr

Elevation223 ft (68 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+57.0%

High School+96.0%

Graduate+8.0%

School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%

Commute28 min

Broadband97.0%

Libraries1

Is Bovina a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bovina receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Bovina stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 32.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bovina is $177,900, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Bovina is a highly educated community — 57.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Bovina enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bovina has a population of 341 with a density of 126 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (54.8%), with 45.2% White.

Population

341

Total Population

126

People / sq mi

41.5yrs

Median Age

7% above US avg

2.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.8%

Female 57.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bovina 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

Bovina vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bovina is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Bovina vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$26,753
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,081
IRS Avg AGI	$60,448

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	32.1%
	159% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,090
County GDP	$3,581M

Business (County)

Restaurants	124
Healthcare	132
Retail	182
Manufacturing	32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,963
	15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.6 min
Drive Alone	89.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Bovina is $177,900, 37% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$177,900
	37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$751
1 Bedroom	$782
2 Bedrooms	$924
3 Bedrooms	$1,177
4 Bedrooms	$1,295

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	94.8%
Housing Units	129
Median Year Built	1989

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,963
	15% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.67%

In Bovina, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.0% are current smokers. 19.8% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.5%
	23% above US avg
Diabetes	10.5%
Heart Disease	4.8%
High Blood Pressure	36.6%
Asthma	10.1%
COPD	5.4%
Cancer	6.7%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.0%
	7% below US avg
Binge Drinking	15.1%
Physical Inactivity	25.8%
Depression	19.8%
Mental Distress	16.6%
Physical Distress	11.5%
Short Sleep	35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.5%
Uninsured	8.3%
	3% below US avg
Checkup Rate	81.1%
Dental Visits	12.6%
Premature Death	14,893/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.8/10
Exercise Access	46.1%
Healthcare Facilities	132

Bovina has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.7 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	66.3°F
	23% above US avg
January Average	48°F (9°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	61.7 inches
	62% above US avg
Snowfall	0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	223 ft (68 m)
Area	2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density	126/sq mi
Coordinates	32.3500°N, 90.7379°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	28149

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 57.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.4%

D 47.5%

Winner: Republican by 4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	57.0%
	69% above US avg
High School+	96.0%
Graduate Degree+	8.0%
School Test Score	4.42

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	126/sq mi
Total Area	2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	97.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	132
Restaurants	124
Retail Stores	182

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.6 min
Drive Alone	89.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	10.4%

Bovina, MS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Bovina a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Bovina vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Bovina vs U.S. Average

Income: Bovina vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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