Boaz, Alabama
Boaz: City in Alabama, United States
About
Boaz is a city located in the county of Marshall in the U.S. state of Alabama. Its population at the 2010 census was 9,551. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 9,706 inhabitants.
The city was created 127 years ago in 1896.
Boaz is a city in Marshall and Etowah counties in the U.S. state of Alabama. The Marshall County portion of the city is part of the Albertville Micropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2020 census, the city's population was 10,107. Boaz was known for its outlet shops until they were closed due to a decision made by the state government. The closing of these outlets led to a decline in the economy of Boaz, and many people moved away from this once-thriving city.
The population density was 1,021 people per square mile (394/km²). There were 4,640 housing units at an average density of 402 per square mile (155/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 93% White, 3% Black or African American, 0% Native American, 0% Asian, 0% Pacific Islander, 0% from other races, and 2% from two or more races. 1% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
The city has many things to do, including hiking, fishing, golfing, shopping at outlet stores and antique shops, and visiting sites like the Marshall County Historical Society Museum and the Marshall County Veterans Memorial Garden.
Quick Facts about Boaz
| Population : | 9,706 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Alabama (United States) |
| County : | Marshall County |
| Phone Area Codes : | 256 |
| Water as percent of area : | 0.43% |
| Land as percent of area : | 99.57% |
| Altitude : | 1,089 feet / 332 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1897 (127 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/Chicago |
| Local time : | 00:20:38 (22nd December 2024) |
| Postal code : | 35956 |
| Population growth : | 1.6% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Boaz is located at 34°12'2"N 86°9'59"W (34.2006500, -86.1663700).
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Official website of Boaz
Demographics
The population of Boaz increased by 1.6% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 9,551 | - | census |
| 2011 | 9,547 | -0.04% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 9,604 | 0.59% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 9,610 | 0.06% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 9,617 | 0.07% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 9,614 | -0.03% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 9,648 | 0.35% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 9,654 | 0.06% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 9,678 | 0.25% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 9,704 | 0.27% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 9,706 | 0.02% | estimation process |
Demographic Facts
| Estimated population as of July 1, 2019 : | 9,704 |
| Based on demographic estimates as of April 1, 2010 : | 9,457 |
| Based on demographic estimates as of 1 April 2010 : | 2.6% |
| April 1, 2020 Population : | 10,107 |
| April 1, 2010 Population : | 9,551 |
| People under 5 years old, percentage : | 7.7% |
| People under 18 years old, percentage : | 24.4% |
| People over 65 (%) : | 18.6% |
| Female persons, % : | 50.4% |
| White only, percent : | 95.5% |
| Black or African American alone, percent : | 3.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native only, % : | 0.0% |
| Asians alone % : | 0.1% |
| Only Native Hawaiians and Other Pacific Islanders, % : | 0.0% |
| % of people who have participated in two or more races : | 1.0% |
| % of Hispanic or Latino : | 9.3% |
| White people, not Hispanic or Latino people, make up the majority of the population. : | 86.5% |
| 2015-2019 Veterans : | 618 |
| Percentage of foreign-born people, 2015-2019 : | 9.4% |
| Rate of owner-occupied housing units, 2015-2019 : | 60.3% |
Economic Facts
| Rate of owner-occupied housing units, 2015-2019 : | 60.3% |
| Owner-occupied housing unit median value, 2015-2019 : | $105,100 |
| From 2015 to 2019, the median selected monthly owner costs - with a mortgage : | $1,016 |
| Monthly owner costs, without a mortgage, at the median, 2015-2019 : | $366 |
| 2015-2019 median gross rent : | $618 |
| 2015-2019 Households : | 3,494 |
| Population per household, 2015-2019 : | 2.60 |
| Living in the same house a year ago, percentage of people aged one year and up, 2015-2019 : | 87.6% |
| Languages other than English spoken at home, as a percentage of people aged 5 and up, 2015-2019 : | 10.3% |
| Households with computers, %, 2015-2019 : | 84.5% |
| Percentage of households with a broadband Internet subscription, 2015-2019 : | 74.5% |
| Percentage of people aged 25 and up with a high school diploma or higher, 2015-2019 : | 80.3% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher, proportion of people aged 25 and up, 2015-2019 : | 19.8% |
| Percentage of people under the age of 65 who have a disability, 2015-2019 : | 12.2% |
| Persons under the age of 65 who do not have health insurance, as a percentage : | 17.3% |
| Total civilian labor force, percent of population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 53.2% |
| Female labor force participation in the civilian labor force, as a percentage of the population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 44.7% |
| Total sales of lodging and food services in 2012 ($1,000) : | 25,755 |
| Manufacturers' total shipments in 2012 ($1,000) : | 952,590 |
| 2012 total retail sales ($1,000) : | 309,838 |
| 2012 total retail sales per capita : | $32,098 |
| Mean commute time to work (in minutes), workers aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 21.3 |
| 2015-2019 median household income (in 2019 dollars) : | $40,551 |
| Income per capita in the previous 12 months (in 2019 dollars), 2015-2019 : | $21,025 |
| Percentage of people living in poverty : | 21.5% |
| Total number of businesses in 2012 : | 935 |
| Men-owned businesses in 2012 : | 472 |
| Women-owned businesses in 2012 : | 389 |
| Minority-owned businesses in 2012 : | 68 |
| Non-minority-owned businesses in 2012 : | 798 |
| Veteran-owned businesses in 2012 : | 96 |
| Nonveteran-owned businesses in 2012 : | 768 |
| 2010 population per square mile : | 656.4 |
| 2010 land area in square miles : | 14.55 |
Where ot Eat in Boaz
1 Hardee's
1771 US-431, Boaz, AL 35957, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 Mama Misitano's Cafe
626 Bloodworth Rd, Boaz, AL 35956, United States ➦ Show Map
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Where to Stay in Boaz
1 Econo Lodge
761 US Hwy 431, Boaz, AL 35957, United States ➦ Show Map
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Other Places in Boaz
1 Sardis City Town Hall
1335 Sardis Dr, Boaz, AL 35956 ➦ Show Map
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2 City of Boaz
112 N Broad St, Boaz, AL 35957 ➦ Show Map
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3 Boaz Business License
112 Broad St, Boaz, AL 35957 ➦ Show Map
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4 Usda
1 Goldkist St, Boaz, AL 35957, United States ➦ Show Map
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Schools in Boaz
College & universities near Boaz, AL
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 102076 | Snead State Community College | Boaz (AL) | 35957-0734 |
Stations (2)
Amtrak & bus stations near Boaz, AL
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATN | Anniston | 126 West 4th St | RAIL |
| BHM | Birmingham | 1819 Morris Ave. | RAIL |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Boaz , Wisconsin village in Richland County, Wisconsin, United States with a population of 148 people.
Other cities in Marshall County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Marshall County , AL.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Albertville | 21,777 | City in Marshall County, Alabama, USA |
| City of Albertville | 21,556 | City in Marshall County, Alabama, USA |
| Guntersville | 8,676 | City in Marshall County, Alabama, United States |
| Arab | 8,406 | City in Marshall County, Alabama, US |
| Grant | 902 | Town in Alabama |
| Douglas | 758 | Town in Marshall County, Alabama, in the United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Boaz distances to largest Alabama cities
