Boyd, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Boyd is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 537. Residents earn $60,096 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
537 Population 290/sq mi density
$60,096 Median Income $28,878 per capita
$124,800 Home Value $226,105 Zillow
$861 Median Rent 21.9% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$60,096 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,800 home value, $861/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.2% bachelor's degree or higher
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%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

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

537
Total Population
290
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Boyd vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Boyd vs U.S. Average

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: Boyd vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,254
County GDP$8,430M

Business (County)

Restaurants289
Healthcare422
Retail381
Manufacturing88

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.6 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

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 Value Sources

Ownership Split

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 Burden21.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Effective Rate5.01%
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

Obesity42.8%
33% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity29.5%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death6,237/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access82.1%
Healthcare Facilities422

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

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 Average43.4°F
20% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.5 inches
9% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,096 ft (334 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density290/sq mi
Coordinates44.9533°N, 91.0398°W
County FIPS55035
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.6-point margin. 89.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44%
D 54.6%

Winner: Democrat by 10.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.2%
76% below US avg
High School+88.2%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density290/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.9%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities422
Restaurants289
Retail Stores381

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.6 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

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