Median Income
$67,017
11% lower than US avg
Home Value
$361,900
28% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.5%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment
3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Bow Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population584
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density499/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Economy
A
Median Income$67,017
Per Capita$28,222
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,664M
Commute16 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$361,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$821,981
Health
Obesity31.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Elevation12 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+74.0%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 40% / D 57%
Commute16 min
EV Stations1
Libraries6
Is Bow a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bow receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Bow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bow is $67,017, 11% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bow is $361,900, 28% above the national median. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Bow experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches, including 10.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Bow has a population of 584 with a density of 499 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.5%).
Population
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Bow is $67,017, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $67,017 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,222 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,133 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $92,592 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.8% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,142 |
| County GDP | $4,664M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 163 |
| Healthcare | 188 |
| Retail | 230 |
| Manufacturing | 71 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,447 |
| 84% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.78% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 16.3 min |
| Work from Home | 4.2% |
The median home value in Bow is $361,900, 28% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $821,981.
Home Values
| Census Median | $361,900 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $821,981 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,447 |
| 84% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.78% |
In Bow, 31.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 15.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bow vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.5% |
| 2% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.4% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 4.7% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.9% |
| Depression | 27.3% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.4% |
| Premature Death | 5,965/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 188 |
Crime Rates: Bow vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Bow has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 50.3°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 49.9 inches |
| 31% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 10.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 12 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 499/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.5613°N, 122.4078°W |
| County FIPS | 53029 |