Home Value
$352,900
25% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
51.5%
53% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.0%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
31.8%
156% higher than US avg
How Bowdoinham Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population768
Median Age28.6 yrs
Density216/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$27,354
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty31.8%
County GDP$8,569M
Commute28 min
Housing
Home Value$352,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$374,139
Health
Obesity30.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Elevation120 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+51.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.64
Community
2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute28 min
Libraries18
Is Bowdoinham a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bowdoinham receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Bowdoinham stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 31.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bowdoinham is $352,900, 25% above the national median.
Education
Bowdoinham is a highly educated community — 51.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Bowdoinham experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches, including 68.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.
Bowdoinham has a population of 768 with a density of 216 people per square mile. The median age is 28.6 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.6%).
Population
28.6yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Bowdoinham vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.1% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Bowdoinham vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Bowdoinham is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 31.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: Bowdoinham vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $27,354 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,170 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,050 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 31.8% |
| 156% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 4,431 |
| County GDP | $8,569M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 314 |
| Healthcare | 472 |
| Retail | 519 |
| Manufacturing | 92 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,195 |
| 48% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.47% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.3 min |
| Work from Home | 7.4% |
The median home value in Bowdoinham is $352,900, 25% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $374,139.
Home Values
| Census Median | $352,900 |
| 25% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $374,139 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,108 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,186 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,951 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,190 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,195 |
| 48% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.47% |
In Bowdoinham, 30.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 29.0% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bowdoinham vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.0% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.4% |
| Asthma | 12.6% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.5% |
| Depression | 29.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.2% |
| Premature Death | 9,353/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 472 |
Crime Rates: Bowdoinham vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
Safety Score
Bowdoinham has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-7°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 45.8°F |
| 15% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.7 inches |
| 26% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 68.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 34.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 120 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 3.6 sq mi (9.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 216/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.0212°N, 69.9013°W |
| County FIPS | 23011 |