Median Income
$72,000
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.5%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,094
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
46.0%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Boys Town Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population763
Median Age19.3 yrs
Density838/mi²
Male / Female77% / 24%
Largest GroupWhite 57%
Economy
B+
Median Income$72,000
Per Capita$11,798
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$73,771M
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,094
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity46.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease8.9%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain33.2 in/yr
Elevation1,226 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
CommuteN/A
Broadband12.0%
Libraries18
Is Boys Town a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Boys Town receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Boys Town offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Boys Town is $72,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $1,094 per month.
Education
23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Boys Town experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches, including 36.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Boys Town has a population of 763 with a density of 838 people per square mile. The median age is 19.3 years, 50% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.4%), with 25.7% Black.
Population
19.3yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Boys Town vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.1% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.9% |
| 63% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Boys Town vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Boys Town is $72,000, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income: Boys Town vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $72,000 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $11,798 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,305 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $99,494 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.7% |
| 58% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 18,801 |
| County GDP | $73,771M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,556 |
| Healthcare | 2,146 |
| Retail | 1,672 |
| Manufacturing | 386 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,507 |
| 143% above US avg |
Monthly rent averages $1,094 (6% below US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,094 |
| 6% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,507 |
| 143% above US avg |
In Boys Town, 46.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 34.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Boys Town vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 46.0% |
| 43% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 16.3% |
| Heart Disease | 8.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.8% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 11.2% |
| Stroke | 5.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.2% |
| Depression | 21.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 17.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 84.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 65.2% |
| Premature Death | 7,599/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,146 |
Crime Rates: Boys Town vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 37 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Boys Town has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 50.7°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 33.2 inches |
| 13% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 36.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,226 ft (374 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 838/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.2560°N, 96.1284°W |
| County FIPS | 31055 |