Boyd, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Boyd is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,488. Residents earn $66,944 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,488 Population 363/sq mi density
$66,944 Median Income $30,744 per capita
$230,700 Home Value $348,111 Zillow
$842 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
708 Violent Crime/100K 2,832 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$66,944 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$230,700 home value, $842/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
708 violent crimes/100K (86% above avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,944
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $230,700
18% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 708/100K
86% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $842
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,488
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density363/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,944
Per Capita$30,744
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$4,250M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$230,700
Rent$842
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$348,111

Crime

F
Violent708/100K
Property2,832/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault629/100K
Burglary629/100K

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain38.9 in/yr
Elevation680 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+82.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute31 min
Libraries6

Is Boyd a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boyd receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. 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 $66,944, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Boyd is $230,700, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $842 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 708 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,832 per 100,000, 45% above the national average.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Boyd enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Boyd has a population of 1,488 with a density of 363 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.2%), with 3.2% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

1,488
Total Population
363
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Boyd vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.0%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.0%
34% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Boyd vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boyd is $66,944, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Boyd vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,944
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,744
Avg Weekly Wage$1,142
IRS Avg AGI$82,340

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,654
County GDP$4,250M

Business (County)

Restaurants119
Healthcare111
Retail182
Manufacturing77

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,757
93% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Boyd is $230,700, 18% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $842 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $348,111.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$230,700
18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$348,111
Median List Price$656,771

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$656,771
$/Sq Ft$210
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.9%
Price Drops37.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$842
28% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,757
93% above US avg
Effective Rate2.93%
In Boyd, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.6%
Checkup Rate71.9%
Premature Death8,574/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access38.4%
Healthcare Facilities111
Boyd has a violent crime rate of 708 per 100,000 residents, 86% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,832 per 100,000 (45% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent708.1/100K
86% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery78.7/100K
Assault629.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,832.4/100K
45% above US avg
Burglary629.4/100K
Theft1,967.0/100K
Vehicle Theft236.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Boyd has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.0°F
20% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.9 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation680 ft (207 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²)
Population Density363/sq mi
Coordinates33.0843°N, 97.5632°W
County FIPS48497
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.7%
D 14.7%

Winner: Republican by 70.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+82.0%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density363/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities111
Restaurants119
Retail Stores182

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Work from Home3.2%

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