Bowbells, ND

North Dakota

Bowbells is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 267. Residents earn $80,938 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
267 Population 281/sq mi density
$80,938 Median Income $54,892 per capita
$113,600 Home Value
$525 Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,938 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$113,600 home value, $525/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.2% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/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

267
Total Population
281
People / sq mi
50.5yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bowbells vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bowbells vs U.S. Average

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: Bowbells vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)126
County GDP$293M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare4
Retail9

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.3 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Bowbells is $113,600, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

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

Owner-Occupied73.6%

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

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.2%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress14.4%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death5,189/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access12.7%
Healthcare Facilities4

Crime Rates: Bowbells vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

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 Average39.6°F
27% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.5 inches
49% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,960 ft (597 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density281/sq mi
Coordinates48.8022°N, 102.2458°W
County FIPS38013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.5%
D 12.4%

Winner: Republican by 74.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.2%
40% below US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score5.74
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density281/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants8
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.3 min
Work from Home6.7%

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