Boyce, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Boyce is a small town in Virginia with a population of 981. Residents earn $108,125 per year, which is 44% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
981 Population 2,651/sq mi density
$108,125 Median Income $42,635 per capita
$417,800 Home Value $553,689 Zillow
$1,224 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$108,125 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$417,800 home value, $1,224/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,125
44% higher than US avg
Home Value $417,800
48% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.7%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,224
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

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

People

Population981
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density2,651/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,125
Per Capita$42,635
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty1.0%
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$417,800
Rent$1,224
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$553,689

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Elevation593 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.7%
High School+85.1%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute40 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Boyce a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boyce receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Boyce stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Boyce is $108,125, which is significantly higher than the national average — 44% above $75,149. This places Boyce among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. 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 Boyce is $417,800, 48% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,224 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Boyce experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Boyce has a population of 981 with a density of 2,651 people per square mile. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.1%), with 5.8% Black.

Population

981
Total Population
2,651
People / sq mi
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Boyce vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.8%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.2%
24% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Boyce vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boyce is $108,125, which is 44% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Boyce vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,125
44% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,635
Avg Weekly Wage$1,197
IRS Avg AGI$74,955

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,480

Business (County)

Restaurants146
Healthcare254
Retail265
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,335
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.7 min
Work from Home18.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Boyce is $417,800, 48% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,224 (5% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $553,689.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$417,800
48% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$553,689
Median List Price$433,888

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$433,888
$/Sq Ft$160
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.5%
Price Drops75.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,224
5% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,335
24% above US avg
Effective Rate1.04%
In Boyce, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.2%
0% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death11,478/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities254

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Boyce has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.2°F
1% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation593 ft (181 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density2,651/sq mi
Coordinates39.0932°N, 78.0601°W
County FIPS51840
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.4%
D 54.2%

Winner: Democrat by 9.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.7%
27% below US avg
High School+85.1%
School Test Score5.58
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,651/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities254
Restaurants146
Retail Stores265

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.7 min
Work from Home18.1%

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