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Bowers, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Bowers is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 236.

1.1 /5.0
F Poor
236 Population 387/sq mi density
$254,200 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
F
Overall
1.1 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $254,200
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.5%
96% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% 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

Population236
Median Age58.9 yrs
Density387/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans21.8%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$29,411
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$26,580M
Commute31 min

Housing

Home Value$254,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units89
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation443 ft (135 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.5%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute31 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries25

Is Bowers a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bowers receives an overall livability score of 1.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Bowers faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 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 $254,200, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

1.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bowers experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bowers has a population of 236 with a density of 387 people per square mile. The median age is 58.9 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

236
Total Population
387
People / sq mi
58.9yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bowers vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bowers vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bowers is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Bowers vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$29,411
Avg Weekly Wage$1,223
IRS Avg AGI$73,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,917
County GDP$26,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants774
Healthcare964
Retail1,095
Manufacturing461

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bowers is $254,200, 10% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$254,200
10% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units89
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Rate2.90%
Bowers has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation443 ft (135 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density387/sq mi
Coordinates40.4859°N, 75.7432°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 1.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.2-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 12.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.5%
96% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density387/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities964
Restaurants774
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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