Bowdon, ND

North Dakota

Bowdon is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 167.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
167 Population 668/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $24,372 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
39°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 28.1%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.8%
92% higher than US avg

How Bowdon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population167
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density668/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,372
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty23.8%
County GDP$444M
Commute32 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation1,811 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.1%
High School+96.7%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute32 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries1

Is Bowdon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bowdon receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Bowdon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 23.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Education

28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Bowdon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Bowdon has a population of 167 with a density of 668 people per square mile. The median age is 48.1 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).

Population

167
Total Population
668
People / sq mi
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Bowdon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bowdon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bowdon is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Bowdon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$24,372
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$83,996

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.8%
92% above US avg
Establishments (County)207
County GDP$444M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare16
Retail26
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$769
1 Bedroom$795
2 Bedrooms$965
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.2%

Property Tax

In Bowdon, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bowdon vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.4%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death4,966/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities16

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Bowdon has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.2°F
27% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,811 ft (552 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density668/sq mi
Coordinates47.4685°N, 99.7089°W
County FIPS38103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.9-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81%
D 18.1%

Winner: Republican by 62.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.1%
17% below US avg
High School+96.7%
School Test Score5.74
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density668/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants18
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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