Boaz, West Virginia
Quick Statistics
Boaz is a community in Wood County, West Virginia, home to about 1,400 people spread across 3.6 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $35,887 a year, and a typical home is worth about $244,500. About 37.8% of adults hold a college degree, and 92.1% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 8 percent over the past decade.
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Among the West Virginia towns GeoStat tracks, Boaz ranks number 116 of 429 in population, number 64 in median household income, number 26 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Boaz typically top out near 87°F in July, while January nights average about 24°F. The area sees roughly 11 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Williamstown, WV | 2.7 mi. | 2,980 |
| 2. | North Hills, WV | 3.9 mi. | 926 |
| 3. | Vienna, WV | 3.9 mi. | 10,518 |
| 4. | Marietta, OH | 4.4 mi. | 13,203 |
| 5. | Reno, OH | 5.2 mi. | 1,040 |
| 6. | Waverly, WV | 6.2 mi. | 361 |
| 7. | Devola, OH | 7.4 mi. | 2,688 |
| 8. | Parkersburg, WV | 8.0 mi. | 29,240 |
What is the population of Boaz, West Virginia?
Boaz has a population of about 1,400 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Boaz, West Virginia in?
Boaz is located in Wood County, West Virginia.
What is the median home value in Boaz, West Virginia?
The median home value in Boaz is about $244,500, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Boaz, West Virginia?
The median personal income in Boaz is about $35,887 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Boaz, West Virginia?
Since 1950, 9 tornadoes have been recorded in Wood County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Boaz, West Virginia?
Typical July highs run about 87 degrees and January lows about 24 degrees, with around 11 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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