Boyd, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Boyd, Wisconsin had a total population of 566, the 509th largest village in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $62,321, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.7%.
Boyd Quick Facts
How Boyd Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 537 | 566 | +5.4% |
| Median household income | $60,096 | $62,321 | +3.7% |
| Median home value | $124,800 | $140,000 | +12.2% |
How Boyd Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 37 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Boyd Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Chippewa County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chippewa Falls | 14,782 | $57,873 | 15.4% | $210,400 |
| Lake Hallie | 7,285 | $86,740 | 8.9% | $292,100 |
| Stanley | 3,760 | $48,052 | 20.0% | $167,400 |
| Bloomer | 3,673 | $58,106 | 3.9% | $214,000 |
| Lake Wissota | 3,184 | $105,150 | 0.8% | $334,600 |
| Cadott | 1,449 | $71,111 | 15.8% | $172,900 |
| Cornell | 1,307 | $55,192 | 13.4% | $155,800 |
| New Auburn | 531 | $66,932 | 11.8% | $169,900 |
| Jim Falls | 339 | $92,292 | 7.7% | $189,000 |
| Holcombe | 237 | $64,231 | 15.6% | $155,400 |
Cities Similar to Boyd
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linden | 553 | $62,273 | $167,500 | 5.8% | 6.7% |
| Forest Junction | 594 | $62,250 | $212,100 | 14.3% | 2.2% |
| Livingston | 555 | $66,875 | $166,000 | 16.2% | 9.6% |
| Gresham | 570 | $55,625 | $102,800 | 11.4% | 13.3% |
| Bayfield | 565 | $70,982 | $320,100 | 53.6% | 8.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 566, Boyd's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Boyd is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Chippewa County. The total population is 566. It ranks as the 509th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Boyd is 39.5 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Boyd is $62,321. This is 20% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.8%. This is 50% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 0.7%. This is 79% lower than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $140,000. Housing costs are 47% lower than the state median of $266,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Boyd is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Boyd has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.0% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.1%. The Black or African American population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
11.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 66% lower than the state rate of 33.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 89.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Boyd, Wisconsin is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Wisconsin state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Boyd, Wisconsin?
Boyd, Wisconsin has a population of 566 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Boyd, WI?
The median household income in Boyd is $62,321, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Boyd, WI?
The poverty rate in Boyd is 15.8%. This means approximately 89 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Boyd, Wisconsin?
Boyd's population is 97.0% White, 2.1% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Boyd, WI?
The median home value in Boyd is $140,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Boyd, Wisconsin?
11.3% of adults (25+) in Boyd hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.