Median Income
$28,158
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
42.0%
239% higher than US avg
How Box Springs Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population189
Median Age60.4 yrs
Density54/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 42%
Economy
C
Median Income$28,158
Per Capita$20,537
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty42.0%
County GDP$13,842M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation442 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+66.4%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
CommuteN/A
Libraries6
Is Box Springs a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Box Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Box Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Box Springs is $28,158, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 42.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Box Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Box Springs has a population of 189 with a density of 54 people per square mile. The median age is 60.4 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (53.4%), with 41.8% White.
Population
60.4yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Box Springs 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
Box Springs vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Box Springs is $28,158, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 42.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income: Box Springs vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,158 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,537 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,069 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,882 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 42.0% |
| 239% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 5,414 |
| County GDP | $13,842M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 524 |
| Healthcare | 678 |
| Retail | 826 |
| Manufacturing | 96 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,471 |
| 28% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,471 |
| 28% above US avg |
In Box Springs, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 32.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Box Springs vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.1% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 7.9% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.3% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 71.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.4% |
| Premature Death | 13,164/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 678 |
Crime Rates: Box Springs vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 25 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Box Springs has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 61.5°F |
| 14% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 51.2 inches |
| 35% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 442 ft (135 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 54/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.5446°N, 84.6575°W |
| County FIPS | 13215 |