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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 82.0% |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 18.0% |
| 34% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $66,944 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,744 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,142 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $82,340 |
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.8% |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,654 |
| County GDP | $4,250M |
| Restaurants | 119 |
| Healthcare | 111 |
| Retail | 182 |
| Manufacturing | 77 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,757 |
| 93% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.93% |
| Commute Time | 31.3 min |
| Work from Home | 3.2% |
| Census Median | $230,700 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $348,111 |
| Median List Price | $656,771 |
| Median List Price | $656,771 |
| $/Sq Ft | $210 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.9% |
| Price Drops | 37.5% |
| Inventory | 8 |
| Census Median Rent | $842 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 76.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,757 |
| 93% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.93% |
| Obesity | 33.9% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.2% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 79.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.9% |
| Premature Death | 8,574/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 38.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 111 |
| Total Violent | 708.1/100K |
| 86% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 78.7/100K |
| Assault | 629.4/100K |
| Total Property | 2,832.4/100K |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 629.4/100K |
| Theft | 1,967.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 236.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 22 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 65.0°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 38.9 inches |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 680 ft (207 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 363/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.0843°N, 97.5632°W |
| County FIPS | 48497 |
Winner: Republican by 70.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 12.1% |
| 64% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 363/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.1 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 111 |
| Restaurants | 119 |
| Retail Stores | 182 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 22 |
| Avg Commute | 31.3 min |
| Work from Home | 3.2% |