Boyle, MS

Mississippi

Boyle is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 641. Residents earn $39,926 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
641 Population 433/sq mi density
$39,926 Median Income $21,770 per capita
$141,000 Home Value
$821 Median Rent 22.1% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$39,926 median income, 8.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$141,000 home value, $821/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,926
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $141,000
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.5%
11% higher than US avg
Median Rent $821
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.3%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.1%
125% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population641
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density433/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 55%
Veterans0.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$39,926
Per Capita$21,770
Unemployment8.1%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$863M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$141,000
Rent$821
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden22.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.0%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain59.3 in/yr
Elevation139 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.5%
High School+89.3%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 67%
Commute21 min
Broadband82.2%
Libraries5

Is Boyle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boyle receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Boyle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Boyle is $39,926, 47% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.1%, unemployment is notably high. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Boyle is $141,000, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $821 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Boyle enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Boyle has a population of 641 with a density of 433 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (54.6%), with 31.5% Black.

Population

641
Total Population
433
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Boyle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Boyle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boyle is $39,926, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Boyle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,926
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,770
Avg Weekly Wage$789
IRS Avg AGI$43,965

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.1%
125% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)535
County GDP$863M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare55
Retail83
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,577
26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Drive Alone93.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Boyle is $141,000, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $821 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$141,000
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$821
29% below US avg
Rent Burden22.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$751
1 Bedroom$782
2 Bedrooms$924
3 Bedrooms$1,177
4 Bedrooms$1,295

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,577
26% below US avg
Effective Rate1.83%
In Boyle, 43.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.0% report depression. 36.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.3%
35% above US avg
Diabetes15.3%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure44.8%
Asthma10.5%
COPD8.5%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.3%
Physical Inactivity36.7%
Depression20.0%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Checkup Rate81.9%
Premature Death18,895/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.6/10
Exercise Access38.7%
Healthcare Facilities55

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Boyle has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.3 inches
56% above US avg
Snowfall1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation139 ft (42 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density433/sq mi
Coordinates33.7065°N, 90.7249°W
County FIPS28133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 37.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 35.5-point margin. 82.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.9%
D 67.5%

Winner: Democrat by 35.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.5%
11% above US avg
High School+89.3%
School Test Score4.42
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density433/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.2%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities55
Restaurants37
Retail Stores83

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Drive Alone93.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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