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Bowler, WI

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Bowler is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 309. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
309 Population 297/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $24,955 per capita
$133,800 Home Value $254,198 Zillow
$704 Median Rent 28.2% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,800 home value, $704/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $133,800
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $704
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.5%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population309
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density297/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 66%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$24,955
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$1,744M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,800
Rent$704
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$254,198
Housing Units133
Rent Burden28.2%

Health

Obesity41.5%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking18.6%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation1,078 ft (329 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+88.5%
Graduate+0.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute39 min
Broadband89.8%
Libraries6

Is Bowler a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bowler receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Bowler offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bowler is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bowler is $133,800, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bowler has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Bowler has a population of 309 with a density of 297 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.7%), with 29.1% Hispanic.

Population

309
Total Population
297
People / sq mi
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Bowler vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bowler vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bowler is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Bowler vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,955
Avg Weekly Wage$876
IRS Avg AGI$64,361

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,069
County GDP$1,744M

Business (County)

Restaurants115
Healthcare87
Retail115
Manufacturing67

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,904
40% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.0 min
Drive Alone91.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Bowler is $133,800, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,198.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,800
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$254,198

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$63
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.9%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below US avg
Rent Burden28.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.8%
Housing Units133
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,904
40% above US avg
Effective Rate3.67%
In Bowler, 41.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.6% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.5%
29% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma13.0%
COPD6.9%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.6%
33% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits62.0%
Premature Death7,118/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access47.9%
Healthcare Facilities87
Bowler has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,078 ft (329 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density297/sq mi
Coordinates44.8627°N, 88.9814°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.3-point margin. 89.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.6%
D 31.3%

Winner: Republican by 36.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+88.5%
Graduate Degree+0.5%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density297/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.8%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities87
Restaurants115
Retail Stores115

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.0 min
Drive Alone91.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.5%

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