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Bowertower, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Bowertower is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 633. Elevation: 200 ft (61 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
633 Population 340/sq mi density
200 ft Elevation 61 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
40.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,944 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$49,944 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$249,800 home value, $1,249/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population633
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density340/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,944
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

B+
Home Value$249,800
Rent$1,249
Ownership63.0%
Housing Units253

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation200 ft (61 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.0%

Community

Population633
Population Density340 / sq mi
Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Coordinates58.5333°, -3.3167°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation40.7 inches (1,034 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Bowertower

Bowertower is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 633. The city sits at an elevation of 200 feet (61 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Bowertower has a population of 633 with a density of 340 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average).

Population

633
Total Population
340
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 10.0%

Social Characteristics

Bowertower vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Bowertower is $49,944, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $960, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 58 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bowertower vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$49,944
34% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,944
Avg Weekly Wage$960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)58

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bowertower is $249,800, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,249 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 63.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 253 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$249,800
11% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,249
7% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.0%
Owner-Occupied63.0%
Renter-Occupied37.0%
Housing Units253

Property Tax

Climate in Bowertower

Bowertower has an average annual temperature of 8.2°C (47°F). The hottest month is Aug (13.3°C), the coldest is Jan (4°C). Average annual precipitation is 809 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4°C / 39°F 1.7° / 6.4° 73.0
Feb 4°C / 39°F 1.3° / 6.7° 64.1
Mar 5.2°C / 41°F 2.3° / 8.2° 57.2
Apr 7°C / 45°F 4° / 10.1° 49.6
May 8.8°C / 48°F 5.5° / 12.1° 50.5
Jun 11.2°C / 52°F 8.2° / 14.3° 55.6
Jul 13.2°C / 56°F 10.1° / 16.2° 62.4
Aug 13.3°C / 56°F 10.3° / 16.3° 71.5
Sep 11.8°C / 53°F 9° / 14.6° 66.3
Oct 9.1°C / 48°F 6.6° / 11.7° 94.6
Nov 6.4°C / 44°F 3.9° / 8.8° 88.9
Dec 4.2°C / 40°F 1.7° / 6.7° 74.9
Bowertower experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 262 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 200 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density340/sq mi
Coordinates58.5333°N, 3.3167°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.7"
7% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.76"
Driest Month (May) 2.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.7. Most recent: M2.7 on Mar 22, 2007.

Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 147 km
Mar 22, 2007 75 km WSW of Sandwick, United Kingdom M2.7 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 4.2 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 3.2 in
March 40°F (5°C) 3.8 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.5 in
May 47°F (8°C) 2.1 in Driest
June 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in
July 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
August 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in Warmest
September 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
October 48°F (9°C) 4.5 in
November 43°F (6°C) 4.8 in Wettest
December 39°F (4°C) 4.4 in

Bowertower has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 39°F in January to 55°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.8") and May the driest (2.1").

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50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above United Kingdom avg
High School+84.0%
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density340/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Schools in Bowertower

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Watten Primary School
Bower Primary School
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Radio Stations near Bowertower

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Grampian Hospital Radio MP3

Museums in Bowertower

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Castlehill Heritage Centre
Longhope Lifeboat Museum
North Coast Visitor Centre
Wick Heritage Centre

Libraries in Bowertower

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Library0.0

Hotels in Bowertower

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Seaview Hotel
The Brown Trout
The Inn at John O’Groats

Monuments in Bowertower

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alexander Bain Monument
Foghorn

Castles in Bowertower

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Freswick Castle

Zoos in Bowertower

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Puffin Croft Petting Farm

Gas Stations in Bowertower

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #5641253743

Breweries in Bowertower

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
John o'Groats Brewery Visitor Centre

Airports Near Bowertower

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Eday AirportEOIMedium Airport
Kirkwall AirportKOIMedium Airport
Wick John O'Groats AirportWICMedium Airport
Ballone Castle AirstripSmall Airport
Corston AirstripSmall Airport
Dornoch AirfieldSmall Airport
Flotta Isle AirstripFLHSmall Airport
Lamb Holm AirfieldSmall Airport
Sanday AirportNDYSmall Airport
Stronsay AirportSOYSmall Airport
Tain Ultralight AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Bowertower

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Watten Post Office

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bowertower

What is the population of Bowertower?

Bowertower has a population of 633 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 340 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Bowertower expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $249,800 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Bowertower?

Bowertower has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.7 inches.

How is the job market in Bowertower?

Bowertower has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 58 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bowertower?

The median home value in Bowertower is $249,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 63.0%.

How are the schools in Bowertower?

50.0% of adults in Bowertower hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Bowertower?

90% of residents speak only English at home. 21.4% of residents have a disability.

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