Median Income
$60,096
20% lower than US avg
Home Value
$124,800
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$861
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.8%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.9%
4% lower than US avg
How Boyd Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population537
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density290/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans14.7%
Economy
B+
Median Income$60,096
Per Capita$28,878
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$8,430M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$124,800
Rent$861
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$226,105
Rent Burden21.9%
Health
Obesity42.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Elevation1,096 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+88.2%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 44% / D 55%
Commute30 min
Broadband89.9%
Libraries5
Is Boyd a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Boyd receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity 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 $60,096, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Boyd is $124,800, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $861 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Boyd has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Boyd has a population of 537 with a density of 290 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%), with 1.9% Black.
Population
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Boyd is $60,096, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,096 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,878 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,117 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,527 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.9% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,254 |
| County GDP | $8,430M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 289 |
| Healthcare | 422 |
| Retail | 381 |
| Manufacturing | 88 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,247 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.01% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.0% |
The median home value in Boyd is $124,800, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $861 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $226,105.
Home Values
| Census Median | $124,800 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $226,105 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $861 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 21.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $797 |
| 1 Bedroom | $872 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,097 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,405 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,572 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,247 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.01% |
In Boyd, 42.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Boyd vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.8% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.5% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.5% |
| Depression | 25.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,237/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 422 |
Crime Rates: Boyd vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Boyd has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
13°F Jan (-11°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 43.4°F |
| 20% below US avg |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 34.5 inches |
| 9% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,096 ft (334 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 290/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.9533°N, 91.0398°W |
| County FIPS | 55035 |