Boys Ranch, TX — City Data & Statistics

Bachelor's+ 100.0%

197% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.9%

9% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 8.7%

30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population129

Median Age16.7 yrs

Density81/mi²

Male / Female64% / 36%

Largest GroupWhite 52%

Veterans44.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$18,393

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty8.7%

County GDP$404M

Commute19 min

Health

Obesity34.9%

Uninsured13.8%

Smoking14.6%

Depression24.1%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain18.8 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation3,249 ft (990 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+100.0%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+44.4%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 92% / D 8%

Commute19 min

Broadband24.0%

Libraries1

Is Boys Ranch a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boys Ranch receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Boys Ranch stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

Boys Ranch is a highly educated community — 100.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Boys Ranch enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.8 inches, including 11.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Boys Ranch has a population of 129 with a density of 81 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age is 16.7 years, 57% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 35.7% female and 64.3% male. The city is predominantly White (51.9%), with 48.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.7% of residents. 44.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 3.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 96.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

129

Total Population

People / sq mi

16.7yrs

Median Age

57% below US avg

1.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.3%

Female 35.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Boys Ranch vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	95.7%
	22% above US avg
Spanish	4.3%
	68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Boys Ranch vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boys Ranch is N/A. Per capita income is $18,393 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $948, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 94 business establishments, including 7 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Boys Ranch vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$18,393
Avg Weekly Wage	$948
IRS Avg AGI	$70,261

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	8.7%
	30% below US avg
Establishments (County)	94
County GDP	$404M

Business (County)

Restaurants	7
Healthcare	3
Retail	11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,250
	50% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	19.3 min
Drive Alone	27.5%
Public Transit	5.0%
Work from Home	7.5%

Walkability

In Boys Ranch, 34.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 30.9% have high blood pressure. 14.6% are current smokers. 17.0% report binge drinking. 26.0% are physically inactive. 24.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.0% experience frequent mental distress. 13.8% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). 56.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 4.5 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Boys Ranch vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.9%
	9% above US avg
Diabetes	10.1%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	30.9%
Asthma	10.7%
COPD	6.7%
Cancer	6.4%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.6%
	4% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.0%
Physical Inactivity	26.0%
Depression	24.1%
Mental Distress	19.0%
Physical Distress	13.3%
Short Sleep	38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.3%
Uninsured	13.8%
	60% above US avg
Mental Health	1:357
Checkup Rate	69.8%
Dental Visits	50.3%
Premature Death	9,694/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	4.5/10
Exercise Access	56.7%
Healthcare Facilities	3

Boys Ranch enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 18.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 11.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 3,249 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	58.3°F
	8% above US avg
January Average	37°F (3°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	18.8 inches
	50% below US avg
Snowfall	11.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	3,249 ft (990 m)
Area	1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density	81/sq mi
Coordinates	35.5352°N, 102.2526°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Oldham County County
County FIPS	48359

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	37°F (3°C)	0.5 in
February	40°F (5°C)	0.4 in	Driest
March	48°F (9°C)	1.0 in
April	56°F (14°C)	1.1 in
May	65°F (19°C)	2.4 in
June	75°F (24°C)	2.6 in
July	80°F (27°C)	2.7 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.0 in	Wettest
September	69°F (21°C)	1.9 in
October	58°F (15°C)	1.3 in
November	45°F (7°C)	0.7 in
December	37°F (3°C)	0.4 in	Coldest

Boys Ranch has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F — from 37°F in December to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.4").

Boys Ranch is located in Oldham County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 100.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 197% above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 44.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 91.9% of the vote, a 84.3-point margin. 24.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 3 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 27.5% of workers drive alone to work, while 5% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 91.9%

D 7.6%

Winner: Republican by 84.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	100.0%
	197% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	44.4%
School Test Score	5.10

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	81/sq mi
Total Area	1.6 sq mi
County	Oldham County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	24.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	3
Restaurants	7
Retail Stores	11

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	19.3 min
Drive Alone	27.5%
Public Transit	5.0%
Work from Home	7.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Boys Ranch

What is the population of Boys Ranch?

Boys Ranch has a population of 129 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 81 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 16.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 35.7% female and 64.3% male.

Is Boys Ranch expensive to live in?

Boys Ranch has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100).

What is the weather like in Boys Ranch?

Boys Ranch enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.8 inches, with 11.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Boys Ranch?

The job market in Boys Ranch is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $948. There are 94 business establishments in the area, including 7 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 7.5% of workers work from home.

How are the schools in Boys Ranch?

Schools in Boys Ranch score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 100.0% of adults in Boys Ranch hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 44.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Boys Ranch?

The obesity rate in Boys Ranch is 34.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.6% of adults are smokers. 26.0% are physically inactive. 24.1% of residents report depression. 13.8% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 56.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities.

What is transportation like in Boys Ranch?

The average commute in Boys Ranch is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 27.5% of workers drive alone to work, 5% use public transit, and 7.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Boys Ranch?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Boys Ranch is 51.9% White, 48.1% Black or African American. 95.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.3% speak Spanish. 44.0% of the population are military veterans. 3.7% of residents have a disability. 96.3% have health insurance coverage.

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