Boykins, VA is a rural town located in Southampton County with a population of 512. The small town is characterized by its close-knit community and access to various outdoor activities. Popular year-round activities include fishing at the nearby Boykins Millpond, camping in the local forests, and hiking along the trails in Boykin State Park. Additionally, there are several local businesses such as Boykins Grocery & Deli, B&B Pawn Shop, and Arnold's Country Store where residents can purchase goods or services. The town also has an active sports scene for both adults and children, featuring football, baseball, soccer and basketball teams that participate in local tournaments throughout the year. Other organizations and institutions that provide help to the community include the Southampton County Public Library System and the Boykins Volunteer Fire Department.
The population in Boykins is 512. There are 738 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Boykins is 43.5, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Boykins is 3.1, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Boykins
- 55.0% are married
- 8.7% are divorced
- 33.1% are married with children
- 14.0% have children, but are single
Race in Boykins
- 52.3% are White
- 27.5% are Black
- 0.7% are Asian
- 0.8% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 5.7% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 13.1% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander