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Boxholm, IA

Iowa

Boxholm is a small town in Iowa with a population of 172. Residents earn $50,313 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
172 Population 172/sq mi density
$50,313 Median Income $26,303 per capita
$72,700 Home Value
$533 Median Rent 19.1% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$50,313 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,700 home value, $533/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,313
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,700
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $533
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.1%
70% higher than US avg

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

People

Population172
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density172/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans9.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,313
Per Capita$26,303
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty21.1%
County GDP$721M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,700
Rent$533
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units84
Rent Burden19.1%

Health

Obesity42.9%
Uninsured6.1%
Smoking14.9%
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,140 ft (347 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+93.2%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute40 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries6

Is Boxholm a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boxholm receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Boxholm offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Boxholm is $50,313, 33% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 21.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Boxholm is $72,700, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $533 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Boxholm experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches, including 31.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Boxholm has a population of 172 with a density of 172 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

172
Total Population
172
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Boxholm vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Boxholm vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boxholm is $50,313, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Boxholm vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,313
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,303
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$74,253

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.1%
70% above US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$721M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare26
Retail37
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,447
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.8 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Boxholm is $72,700, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $533 (54% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,700
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$533
54% below US avg
Rent Burden19.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.5%
Housing Units84
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,447
2% below US avg
Effective Rate4.74%
In Boxholm, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Uninsured6.1%
29% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits67.6%
Premature Death9,201/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access63.7%
Healthcare Facilities26
Boxholm has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.3 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall31.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,140 ft (347 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density172/sq mi
Coordinates42.1736°N, 94.1061°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19073
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%
D 32.9%

Winner: Republican by 33 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.8%
80% below US avg
High School+93.2%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density172/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants17
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.8 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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