Boley, OK — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Okfuskee County · Oklahoma
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Boley based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
1,160
2023 ACS
Median Income
N/A
2023
Median Home Value
$92,700
2023
Median Rent
$563
2023
Median Age
41.4
Unemployment
7.4%
Cost of Living Index
59.9
100 = national avg
Boley is a city in Okfuskee County, Oklahoma, with a population of 1,160 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Boley is one of the communities in Oklahoma.
The median home value in Boley is $92,700. The cost of living index is 59.9 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $563 per month. The unemployment rate is 7.4%, and the median age is 41.4 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
1,160
Male
1,041
89.7%
Female
119
10.3%
Median Age
41.4
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
6.0%
High School or Higher
51.6%
Foreign Born
2.1%
Veterans
8.2%
Married
22.1%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.705
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
42.1%
Foreign Born
2.1%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
4.9%
57 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
95.1%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
1,151
English Only
92.4%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
59 speakers
Limited English
1.3%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
98.7%
Limited English Proficiency
1.3%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
95
8.2% of population
Disability Rate
35.8%
34 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$11,397
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
95
100.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$11,397
Non-Veteran Income
$15,037
Difference
-$3,640
-24.2% lower
Disability Status
With Disability
34
Without Disability
61
Disability Rate
35.8%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
441
#1 Ancestry
German
13.2% (153)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
6.6% (76)
#3 Ancestry
Italian
3.4% (40)
Top 15 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
90
Family Households
36
40.0%
Married Couples
17
18.9%
Non-Family Households
54
60.0%
Single Mother Households
19
21.1%
Single Father Households
0
0.0%
Living Alone
47
52.2%
Children Under 18
Total Children
6
In Married Couple
0
0.0%
With Single Mother
6
100.0%
With Single Father
0
0.0%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$36,250
Married Couple Income
$75,313
Single Mother Income
$31,250
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
3.0
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
10
Grandparents Responsible
9
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
N/A
Per Capita Income
$6,578
-82% vs national
Poverty Rate
48.1%
+254% vs national
Gini Index
0.4713
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
7.4%
+43% vs national
SNAP Recipients
22.2%
of households
How Boley Compares
Where Do You Stack Up?
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Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
7.4%
+48% vs OK avg
Labor Force
81
Employed
75
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
6.0%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
51.6%
of adults 25+
Median Age
41.4
Work from Home
14.7%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Oklahoma metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$81.2K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
59.9
100 = national avg
-40.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$26,346
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$62,273
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$738
per month
2 Bedroom
$937
per month
The median household income in Boley, OK is N/A. Per capita income is $6,578. The poverty rate of 48.1% is higher than the OK state average of 18.5%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4713, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 7.4%, compared to the state average of 5.0%. The labor force is 81. 6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 42.7% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 59.9, which is 40.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 52.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $26,346 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Boley vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Boley is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Boley, OK has a median home value of $92,700, making it the 23,194th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Boley has a higher median home value than 17% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Boley, OK has a median rent of $563, making it the 21,138th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Boley has a higher median rent than 5% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$92,700
Median Rent
$563
Total Housing Units
121
Vacancy Rate
25.6%
Owner Occupied
72.2%
Renter Occupied
27.8%
Median Property Tax
$336
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$414
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$336
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.36%
of home value
Median Home Value
$92,700
Estimated Mean Tax
$523
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($336) by the median home value ($92,700). In Boley, OK, this works out to an effective rate of 0.36%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The median home value in Boley, OK is $92,700. The median rent is $563 per month (Census ACS). About 72.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1986. There are 121 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $336. The effective tax rate is 0.36%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
0.92
per 1,000 residents
-65% vs national
Property Crime Rate
2.76
per 1,000 residents
-84% vs national
Total Crimes
4
2024
Violent Clearance
100%
cases solved
Property Clearance
0%
cases solved
YoY Change
-80.1%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Boley Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Boley vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with Under 10,000 residents. Boley is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Boley police solve 100% of rape cases but only 0% of larceny/theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 1 | 0.92 | 100.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Burglary | Property | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 3 | 2.76 | 0.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
Boley, OK reported 1 violent crimes and 3 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 0.92 per 1,000 residents is 64.6% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 100% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 3 of the property crime reports. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 3 | 0.92 | 2.76 |
| 2023 | 5 | 1 | 4.62 | 0.92 |
| 2022 | 2 | 3 | 2.11 | 3.16 |
| 2021 | 2 | 2 | 1.72 | 1.72 |
| 2020 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 | 0.85 |
| 2019 | 3 | 1 | 2.55 | 0.85 |
| 2018 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 | 0.85 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
40.4
Very Low
Expected Annual Loss
24.2
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
96.2
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
15.7
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
40
Public Assistance
$7.8M
Individual Assistance
$707K
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
19 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 41 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
2
Total Claims Paid
$4,170
Avg Claim Payout
$2,085
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
11
Federal Funding
$2,059,739
Properties Protected
120
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
3.05
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 5 | $86,533 |
| 206.1: Safe Room (Tornado and Severe Wind Shelter) - Private Structures | 2 | $241,086 |
| 206.2: Safe Room (Tornado and Severe Wind Shelter) - Public Structures | 2 | $1,717,120 |
| 106.1: Other Non Construction (Regular Project Only) | 2 | $15,000 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Boley has a very low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are drought, wildfire, ice storm. The area has had 40 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (19 declarations). 2 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $7,785,302 in public assistance recovery funding. $707,265 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 11 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
49.0%
12.9pp above the national average
Depression Rate
20.2%
3.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.5%
4.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
15.7%
5.1pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
37.9%
Arthritis
24.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
24.8%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
17.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.2%
Loneliness
33.2%
Lack of Support
31.9%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
41.4%
Mobility
18.9%
Cognitive
19.3%
Hearing
9.4%
Vision
8.0%
Self-Care
6.3%
Independent Living
10.5%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Boley has an obesity rate of 49.0%, which is 12.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 20.2%, 3.3pp below the national average. About 15.7% of adults lack health insurance. 73.8% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Nearest Hospital
9.2 mi
Creek Nation Community Hospita...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creek Nation Community Hospital | 9.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Prague Regional Memorial Hospital | 12.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Rural Wellness Stroud Hospital | 20.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Carrus Lakeside Hospital | 23.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Muscogee (Creek) Nation Medical Center | 28.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
1,000
Violations (5yr)
1
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| OKFUSKEE CO. RWD #1 (BOLEY) | 1,000 | 1 |
There are 1 water system serving the area. 1 water quality violation has been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
42.7%
-46% vs national
Work From Home
14.7%
+58% vs national
Carpool
5.3%
Walk
37.3%
How Boley's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Boley, OK covers travel times and transportation modes. 42.7% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 14.7% work from home, which is above the OK state average of 5.7%. 5.3% of workers carpool. 37.3% walk to work.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
54.4%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
25.6%
of households
No Internet
45.6%
of households
Total Households
90
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
72.2%
of households
Smartphone
66.7%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
42.2%
of households
Tablet
23.3%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
12.2¢
per kWh
-36% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
8.9¢
per kWh
-42% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
5.8¢
per kWh
-51% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$132
residential
-10% vs Under 10,000 avg
28% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Oklahoma averages 12.2¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $132. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Boley vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
1,000
Violations (5yr)
1
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OKFUSKEE CO. RWD #1 (BOLEY) | Community | Ground water | 1,000 | 1 |
54.4% of households in Boley have broadband internet access. 25.6% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 23.3% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 45.6% of households have no internet access. 25.6% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 1,000 people. A total of 1 water quality violation has been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Boley is located in Okfuskee County, OK. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Boley.
Election Overview
Source: Okfuskee County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
854
21.4%
GOP Votes
3,080
77.2%
Total Votes
3,988
Margin
R+55.8%
Shift from 2020
R+2.3pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 854 | 3,080 | 3,988 | 21.4% | 77.2% | R+55.8 |
| 2020 | 896 | 3,058 | 4,038 | 22.2% | 75.7% | R+53.5 |
| 2016 | 943 | 2,791 | 3,933 | 24.0% | 71.0% | R+47.0 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Okfuskee County recorded 3,988 total votes. Republicans won the county with 77.2% of the vote compared to 21.4% for Democrats, a margin of R+55.8%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+2.3pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Okfuskee County has shifted 8.8 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
2
Total Assets
—
Total Income
—
Per 10K Residents
17.2
nonprofits
-89.9% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
0
Median Assets
—
Oldest Active
1980
ruling year
Newest Org
2010
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationWhen Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Boley, OK has 2 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 1 organizations. That works out to 17.2 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1980.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
2
Total Approved
$681K
Jobs Supported
5
Per 10K Residents
17.2
SBA loans
-95.0% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
1
Top Lender
FIRST UNITED BANK AND TRUST COMPANY
1 loans
Top Industry
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing
Data Span
2007–2013
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
2
Total Amount
$681K
Avg Loan
$340,500
Median Loan
$340,500
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Genesis Farms, Inc. | 1 | $366K |
| Crawford Farms Inc | 1 | $315K |
Boley, OK has received 2 SBA loans totaling $681K in approved funding between 2007 and 2013. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 2 loans totaling $681K. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing. The most active SBA lender in Boley is FIRST UNITED BANK AND TRUST COMPANY with 1 loans. That works out to 17.2 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
4
Total Population
9,689
Avg Median Income
$49,655
Avg Home Value
$112,250
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74829 | 1,652 | $33,056 | $93,000 | $563 | 55.5 |
| 74833 | 539 | $65,729 | $119,600 | $727 | 45.1 |
| 74859 | 5,824 | $40,218 | $116,200 | $686 | 306.0 |
| 74860 | 1,674 | $59,615 | $120,200 | $783 | 86.6 |
Boley, OK has 4 ZIP codes with a combined population of 9,689. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $49,655. The average median home value is $112,250. The average median monthly rent is $690.
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