Median Income
$76,406
2% higher than US avg
Home Value
$297,500
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
40.3%
20% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,063
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.8%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Bowers Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population273
Median Age63.6 yrs
Density881/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
A
Median Income$76,406
Per Capita$47,521
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$11,652M
Commute31 min
Housing
A
Home Value$297,500
Rent$1,063
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$328,219
Health
Obesity42.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Elevation3 ft
Education
A
Bachelor's+40.3%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.64
Community
2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute31 min
Libraries5
Is Bowers a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bowers receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Bowers stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bowers is $76,406, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bowers is $297,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,063 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 40.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Bowers experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Bowers has a population of 273 with a density of 881 people per square mile. The median age is 63.6 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.1%).
Population
63.6yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.2% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.8% |
| 87% below US avg |
The median household income in Bowers is $76,406, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $76,406 |
| 2% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $47,521 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,105 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,091 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 5,852 |
| County GDP | $11,652M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 369 |
| Healthcare | 567 |
| Retail | 651 |
| Manufacturing | 92 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,678 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.90% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.9 min |
| Work from Home | 8.0% |
The median home value in Bowers is $297,500, 6% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,063 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $328,219.
Home Values
| Census Median | $297,500 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $328,219 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,063 |
| 9% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,205 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,250 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,560 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,990 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,293 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,678 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.90% |
In Bowers, 42.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bowers vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.8% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.5% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.7% |
| Depression | 25.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.8% |
| Premature Death | 10,078/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 567 |
Crime Rates: Bowers vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 29 |
Safety Score
Bowers has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
33°F Jan (1°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 54.2°F |
| 0% below US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.4 inches |
| 14% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 881/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.0622°N, 75.4029°W |
| County FIPS | 10001 |