Median Income $54,500

27% lower than US avg

Home Value $26,100

91% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 13.3%

61% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.3%

7% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.0%

44% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 12.5%

1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population186

Median Age37.8 yrs

Density365/mi²

Male / Female68% / 32%

Largest GroupWhite 80%

Veterans23.8%

Economy

B+

Median Income$54,500

Per Capita$29,944

Unemployment2.0%

Poverty12.5%

County GDP$784M

Commute20 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$26,100

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units111

Rent Burden22.1%

Health

Obesity34.3%

Uninsured7.7%

Smoking14.6%

Depression24.8%

Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain29.5 in/yr

Sunny Days276/yr

Elevation1,052 ft (321 m)

Education

Bachelor's+13.3%

High School+72.7%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%

Commute20 min

Broadband84.0%

Libraries3

Is Boyd a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boyd receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Boyd offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Boyd is $54,500, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Boyd is $26,100, 91% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Boyd has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.5 inches, including 45.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Boyd has a population of 186 with a density of 365 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.1%).

Population

186

Total Population

365

People / sq mi

37.8yrs

Median Age

3% below US avg

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67.7%

Female 32.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Boyd vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	74.7%
	5% below US avg
Spanish	25.3%
	89% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Boyd vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boyd is $54,500, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Boyd vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$54,500
	27% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$29,944
Avg Weekly Wage	$954
IRS Avg AGI	$74,153

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.0%
	44% below US avg
Poverty Rate	12.5%
	1% above US avg
Establishments (County)	388
County GDP	$784M

Business (County)

Restaurants	24
Healthcare	31
Retail	46
Manufacturing	17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,238
	7% below US avg
Cost of Living	98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	12.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	19.6 min
Drive Alone	90.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Boyd is $26,100, 91% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$26,100
	91% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	22.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$809
1 Bedroom	$899
2 Bedrooms	$1,125
3 Bedrooms	$1,483
4 Bedrooms	$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	98.8%
Housing Units	111
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,238
	7% below US avg
Effective Rate	12.41%

In Boyd, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.3%
	7% above US avg
Diabetes	8.5%
Heart Disease	5.3%
High Blood Pressure	26.9%
Asthma	9.9%
COPD	4.9%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.6%
	4% above US avg
Binge Drinking	22.0%
Physical Inactivity	22.2%
Depression	24.8%
Mental Distress	16.5%
Physical Distress	10.9%
Short Sleep	30.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.4%
Uninsured	7.7%
	10% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,882
Dentists	1:2,372
Mental Health	1:1,052
Checkup Rate	71.8%
Dental Visits	65.4%
Premature Death	8,670/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.4/10
Exercise Access	45.1%
Healthcare Facilities	31

Boyd has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.5 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	43.5°F
	19% below US avg
January Average	12°F (-11°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	29.5 inches
	23% below US avg
Snowfall	45.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,052 ft (321 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density	365/sq mi
Coordinates	44.8512°N, 95.9009°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	27173

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.6-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.3%

D 28.7%

Winner: Republican by 40.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	13.3%
	61% below US avg
High School+	72.7%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	6.08

C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	365/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	84.0%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	31
Restaurants	24
Retail Stores	46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	19.6 min
Drive Alone	90.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.2%

Boyd, MN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Boyd a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Boyd vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Boyd vs U.S. Average

Income: Boyd 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: Boyd 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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