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New Boston, Texas

New Boston, Texas, in Bowie county, is 69 miles N of Longview, Texas (center to center) and 145 miles E of Dallas, Texas. Part of the surrounding Texarkana metro area, the city is not an isolated city. New Boston is home to some 4,808 residents.

The People and Families of New Boston

In New Boston, about 53% of adults are married. Got kids? Want 'em? You might feel you need them to fit in properly in this city.

There are more females than males in the city than is typical.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, New Boston had a median family income of $38,542.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($1,200) among 2004 Presidential candidates in New Boston. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

New Boston Housing

According to the 2000 census, 65% of the housing in New Boston was owner-occupied. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in the city, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon.

Commuting

In New Boston, 95% of commuters drive to work. If you like the choice of taking public transportation instead of driving, take a look at New Boston.

High Points

New Boston strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Texas):

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)
Top 4%trophyNew Boston Public Transportation Use
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 16%New Boston Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of New Boston, TX

Comparing New Boston to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):

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


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population1010
Racial Diversity94
Children Under 5 Years Old97
Senior Citizens79
Age of the Population68
Well-Paid Single Women56
Well-Paid Single Men34
Male Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size42
Portion of People Married32

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults66
Median Family Income56
People Above Poverty46
People in Middle Class or Better35

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use910
Short Commute Times77
Walking and Biking to Work43
Working at Home11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals99
Housing Recently Built75
People Living Alone79
Affordability of Property Taxes78
Affordability of Rents67
Seasonal and Vacation Housing22

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime46
Low Property Crime22
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