Home Value $71,300

75% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 12.6%

63% lower than US avg

Median Rent $542

53% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.6%

23% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.6%

83% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 24.7%

99% higher than US avg

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

People

Population446

Median Age40.7 yrs

Density875/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 96%

Veterans3.5%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$28,292

Unemployment0.6%

Poverty24.7%

County GDP$1,576M

Commute26 min

Housing

Home Value$71,300

Rent$542

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units200

Rent Burden33.8%

Health

Obesity39.6%

Uninsured9.0%

Smoking18.8%

Depression29.0%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain42.4 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation933 ft (284 m)

Education

Bachelor's+12.6%

High School+84.4%

Graduate+5.0%

School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute26 min

Broadband77.9%

Libraries4

Is Bowerston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bowerston receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Bowerston has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. The poverty rate of 24.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bowerston is $71,300, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $542 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bowerston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bowerston has a population of 446 with a density of 875 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 2% Black.

Population

446

Total Population

875

People / sq mi

40.7yrs

Median Age

5% above US avg

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%

Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bowerston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	99.6%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.4%
	97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bowerston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bowerston is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Bowerston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$28,292
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,196
IRS Avg AGI	$69,561

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.6%
	83% below US avg
Poverty Rate	24.7%
	99% above US avg
Establishments (County)	346
County GDP	$1,576M

Business (County)

Restaurants	25
Healthcare	18
Retail	31
Manufacturing	13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,144
	10% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	4.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.6 min
Drive Alone	88.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bowerston is $71,300, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $542 (53% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$71,300
	75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$542
	53% below US avg
Rent Burden	33.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$816
1 Bedroom	$873
2 Bedrooms	$1,092
3 Bedrooms	$1,388
4 Bedrooms	$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	68.7%
Housing Units	200
Median Year Built	1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,144
	10% below US avg
Effective Rate	4.41%

In Bowerston, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 18.8% are current smokers. 29.0% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.6%
	23% above US avg
Diabetes	11.0%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	34.0%
Asthma	11.7%
COPD	8.1%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.8%
	34% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.3%
Physical Inactivity	28.1%
Depression	29.0%
Mental Distress	20.9%
Physical Distress	14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.8%
Uninsured	9.0%
	5% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.4%
Dental Visits	57.8%
Premature Death	11,998/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.4/10
Exercise Access	29.9%
Healthcare Facilities	18

Bowerston has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	51.1°F
	5% below US avg
January Average	28°F (-2°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	42.4 inches
	11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	933 ft (284 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density	875/sq mi
Coordinates	40.4273°N, 81.1874°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	39067

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.2-point margin. 77.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.1%

D 21.9%

Winner: Republican by 55.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	12.6%
	63% below US avg
High School+	84.4%
Graduate Degree+	5.0%
School Test Score	5.90

C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	875/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	77.9%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	18
Restaurants	25
Retail Stores	31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.6 min
Drive Alone	88.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Bowerston, OH

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Bowerston a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Bowerston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Bowerston vs U.S. Average

Income: Bowerston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities