Median Income
$36,908
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
58.4%
82% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.7%
14% lower than US avg
How Boykin Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population280
Median Age19.7 yrs
Density100/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans9.4%
Economy
B+
Median Income$36,908
Per Capita$12,303
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$1,724M
Commute42 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity58.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease8.8%
Climate
Avg Temp65°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation154 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+65.0%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 33% / D 66%
Commute42 min
Broadband81.0%
Libraries1
Is Boykin a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Boykin receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Boykin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Boykin is $36,908, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Boykin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Boykin has a population of 280 with a density of 100 people per square mile. The median age is 19.7 years, 49% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (99.3%).
Population
19.7yrs
Median Age
49% below 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 Boykin is $36,908, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $36,908 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $12,303 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $957 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $45,822 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.7% |
| 14% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 976 |
| County GDP | $1,724M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 54 |
| Healthcare | 77 |
| Retail | 138 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,788 |
| 49% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 41.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 93.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,788 |
| 49% below US avg |
In Boykin, 58.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 49.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Boykin vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 58.4% |
| 82% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 24.1% |
| Heart Disease | 8.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 55.0% |
| Asthma | 14.5% |
| COPD | 12.6% |
| Stroke | 7.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 8.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 49.0% |
| Depression | 24.2% |
| Mental Distress | 24.9% |
| Physical Distress | 20.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 81.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 83.8% |
| Premature Death | 20,427/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 77 |
Crime Rates: Boykin vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
Safety Score
Boykin has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.8°F |
| 20% above US avg |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 154 ft (47 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 100/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.0684°N, 87.2943°W |
| County FIPS | 01047 |