Boaz, Alabama facts for kids
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Boaz, Alabama
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Boaz in 2012
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| Nickname(s):
City of Possibilities
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Location in Etowah and Marshall counties, Alabama
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Alabama | |
| Counties | Marshall, Etowah | |
| Government | ||
| • Type | Mayor and Council | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 14.61 sq mi (37.85 km2) | |
| • Land | 14.55 sq mi (37.68 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.06 sq mi (0.16 km2) | |
| Elevation | 1,089 ft (332 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 10,107 | |
| • Density | 694.64/sq mi (268.2/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | |
| ZIP codes |
35957, 35956
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| Area code(s) | 256 | |
| FIPS code | 01-07912 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0114631 | |
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.
History
First settled in the 1850s, the town of Boaz was officially founded November 11, 1878 by the Sparks Family of Georgia. A post office has been in operation since 1887. The city was named after Boaz, from the Hebrew Bible. It was incorporated in 1897.
Geography
Boaz is located in southeastern Marshall County at 34°12′10″N 86°9′38″W / 34.20278°N 86.16056°W (34.202793, −86.160457), and extends south into Etowah County. It is bordered to the north by Albertville and to the southeast by Sardis City. U.S. Route 431 passes through the east side of the city, leading north 6 miles (10 km) to Albertville and southeast 20 miles (32 km) to Gadsden. Boaz is located on top of Sand Mountain (a plateau), at an elevation of 1,080 feet (330 m) above sea level.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau the city has a total area of 14.6 square miles (37.8 km2), of which 14.6 square miles (37.7 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km2), or 0.43%, is water.
Demographics
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 253 | — | |
| 1910 | 1,010 | 299.2% | |
| 1920 | 1,369 | 35.5% | |
| 1930 | 1,691 | 23.5% | |
| 1940 | 1,927 | 14.0% | |
| 1950 | 3,078 | 59.7% | |
| 1960 | 4,654 | 51.2% | |
| 1970 | 5,635 | 21.1% | |
| 1980 | 7,151 | 26.9% | |
| 1990 | 6,928 | −3.1% | |
| 2000 | 7,411 | 7.0% | |
| 2010 | 9,551 | 28.9% | |
| 2020 | 10,107 | 5.8% | |
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2010 census
At the 2010 census, there were 9,551 people, 3,712 households, and 2,479 families living in the city. The population density was 782.9 people per square mile (302.2/km2). There were 4,036 housing units at an average density of 330.8 per square mile (127.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 87.3% White, 1.8% Black or African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.3% Pacific Islander, 7.9% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. 14.2% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Of the 3,712 households 30.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.7% were married couples living together, 14.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.2% were non-families. 29.6% of households were one person and 14.7% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.52 and the average family size was 3.11.
The age distribution was 25.9% under the age of 18, 9.5% from 18 to 24, 26.0% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.4% 65 or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.4 males.
The median household income was $31,172 and the median family income was $42,973. Males had a median income of $32,446 versus $27,924 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,697. About 11.7% of families and 16.0 of the population were below the poverty line, including 24.1% of those under age 18 and 17.1% of those age 65 or over.
2020 census
| Race | Num. | Perc. |
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| White (non-Hispanic) | 7,264 | 71.87% |
| Black or African American (non-Hispanic) | 189 | 1.87% |
| Native American | 43 | 0.43% |
| Asian | 57 | 0.56% |
| Pacific Islander | 98 | 0.97% |
| Other/Mixed | 407 | 4.03% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2,049 | 20.27% |
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 10,107 people, 3,494 households, and 2,197 families residing in the city.
Climate
Climate is characterized by relatively high temperatures and evenly distributed precipitation throughout the year. The Köppen Climate Classification subtype for this climate is "Cfa" (Humid Subtropical Climate).
Notable people
- James Fischer, engineer who developed high-purity silicon technology for Texas Instruments
- Tim Hodge, voice actor and director for Big Idea Entertainment
- Jody Hunt, United States Assistant Attorney General (2018–2020)
- Rose Maddox, country music singer-songwriter and fiddle player
- Eddie Priest, former Major League Baseball pitcher
- John Roberts, Navy Cross recipient
See also
In Spanish: Boaz (Alabama) para niños
