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Boaz, AL


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Boaz, Alabama

Introduction to Boaz, Alabama

Boaz, Alabama, in Marshall county, is 43 miles SE of Huntsville, Alabama (center to center) and 106 miles W of Atlanta, Georgia.The city is considered part of the Gadsden metropolitan area. Boaz has a population of 7,411.

Boaz History

The present day city of Boaz is named after the Biblical character Boaz from the book of Ruth. It was first settled by a group of 47 people on November 1, 1878, led by Billy Sparks. The rich soil, abundant timber, and abundant wild game in the Sand Mountain Plateau attracted the early settlers. The area's first industries were the cotton gin and crops, including watermelon and sugarcane.

Boaz and nearby Attractions

  • Guntersville State Park
  • Buck Island Reef National Monument
  • Lake Guntersville
  • Patriotic Putting Park
  • Guntersville Museum and Cultural Center
  • Beach Mountain Golf And Arcade

Things To Do In Boazy

Boaz is famous as an outlet shopping destination. It is known as the “shop ‘til you drop” capital of Alabama. One can shop at the Wal-Mart Super Center, Crystal Corner, or Weathers. There are camping grounds at Guntersville State Park, where one can enjoy hiking, swimming, fishing, and biking. Buck Island Reef National Monument offers a breathtaking experience to all visitors.

Boazy Transportation

Flights are available from Talladega Municipal Airport.

Boaz Higher Education

Opportunities for higher studies are offered at Snead State Community College. Gadsden State Community College and Jacksonville State University are also nearby.

High Points

Boaz strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Alabama):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 2%trophyBoaz Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)		Top 3%trophyBoaz Affordability of Property Taxes
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)		Top 13%Boaz Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Boaz, AL

Comparing Boaz to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Alabama (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population109
Senior Citizens99
Age of the Population88
Racial Diversity54
Children Under 5 Years Old44
Well-Paid Single Women26
Well-Paid Single Men14
Male Share of the Population12

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married56
Average Household Size32

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better25
People Above Poverty25
College Educated Adults26
Median Family Income24

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times89
Working at Home89
Walking and Biking to Work48
Public Transportation Use26

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents108
Affordability of Property Taxes103
People Living Alone77
Housing Recently Built74
Seasonal and Vacation Housing65
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals58

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime45
Low Property Crime11

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