Median Income
$80,938
8% higher than US avg
Home Value
$113,600
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.2%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$525
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Bowbells Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population267
Median Age50.5 yrs
Density281/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Economy
A+
Median Income$80,938
Per Capita$54,892
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$293M
Commute32 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$113,600
Rent$525
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp40°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain19.5 in/yr
Elevation1,960 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.2%
High School+95.9%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 86% / D 12%
Commute32 min
Libraries1
Is Bowbells a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bowbells receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Bowbells stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bowbells is $80,938, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bowbells is $113,600, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $525 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Bowbells has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Bowbells has a population of 267 with a density of 281 people per square mile. The median age is 50.5 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88%), with 2.6% Hispanic.
Population
50.5yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.6% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.4% |
| 67% below US avg |
The median household income in Bowbells is $80,938, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $80,938 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $54,892 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,329 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,079 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 126 |
| County GDP | $293M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 4 |
| Retail | 9 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.3 min |
| Work from Home | 6.7% |
The median home value in Bowbells is $113,600, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $113,600 |
| 60% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $525 |
| 55% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Bowbells, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bowbells vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.3% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.9% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.4% |
| Depression | 20.4% |
| Mental Distress | 14.4% |
| Physical Distress | 10.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.3% |
| Premature Death | 5,189/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 12.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
Crime Rates: Bowbells vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Bowbells has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
10°F Jan (-12°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 39.6°F |
| 27% below US avg |
| January Average | 10°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 19.5 inches |
| 49% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,960 ft (597 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 281/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.8022°N, 102.2458°W |
| County FIPS | 38013 |