Boykins, VA

Virginia

Boykins is a small town in Virginia with a population of 484. Residents earn $57,917 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
484 Population 701/sq mi density
$57,917 Median Income $27,554 per capita
$165,600 Home Value $175,897 Zillow
$1,059 Median Rent 37.3% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$57,917 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,600 home value, $1,059/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,917
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $165,600
41% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,059
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population484
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density701/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 32%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,917
Per Capita$27,554
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty9.5%
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,600
Rent$1,059
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$175,897
Housing Units242
Rent Burden37.3%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property2,190/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured9.1%
Smoking14.6%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation40 ft (12 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+77.8%
Graduate+2.3%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute42 min
Broadband85.7%
Libraries2

Is Boykins a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boykins receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Boykins offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Boykins is $57,917, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 9.5% 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.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Boykins is $165,600, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,059 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Boykins is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,190 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Boykins enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Boykins has a population of 484 with a density of 701 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (33.3%), with 31.6% White, 32% Hispanic.

Population

484
Total Population
701
People / sq mi
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.1%
Female 57.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Boykins vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Boykins vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boykins is $57,917, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Boykins vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,917
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,554
Avg Weekly Wage$942
IRS Avg AGI$63,604

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)346

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare7
Retail32
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,638
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.6 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Boykins is $165,600, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,059 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $175,897.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,600
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$175,897

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$80
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,059
9% below US avg
Rent Burden37.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.4%
Housing Units242
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,638
25% below US avg
Effective Rate1.59%
In Boykins, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.1%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep41.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.6%
Uninsured9.1%
6% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.1%
Dental Visits63.2%
Premature Death10,093/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access32.6%
Healthcare Facilities7
Boykins has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,190 per 100,000 (12% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,189.8/100K
12% above US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft2,189.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Boykins has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation40 ft (12 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density701/sq mi
Coordinates36.5778°N, 77.1989°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51175
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.5-point margin. 85.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+77.8%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
School Test Score5.58
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density701/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.7%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants6
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.6 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home3.2%

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