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Bowling Green, FL

Florida · Hardee County

Bowling Green is a small town in Florida with a population of 2,283. Residents earn $45,101 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,283 Population 1,812/sq mi density
$45,101 Median Income $21,859 per capita
$106,500 Home Value $193,368 Zillow
$1,116 Median Rent 31.4% income on rent
72°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
172 Violent Crime/100K 1,587 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$45,101 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,500 home value, $1,116/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
172 violent crimes/100K (55% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $45,101
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,500
62% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 172/100K
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,116
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.1%
135% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,283
Median Age27.4 yrs
Density1,812/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 53%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

C
Median Income$45,101
Per Capita$21,859
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty29.1%
County GDP$1,476M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,500
Rent$1,116
Ownership60.1%
Zillow$193,368
Housing Units865
Rent Burden31.4%

Crime

F
Violent172/100K
Property1,587/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault172/100K
Burglary552/100K

Health

Obesity40.6%
Uninsured29.2%
Smoking16.0%
Depression17.2%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation115 ft (35 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+78.7%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score5.16

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 22%
Commute31 min
Broadband80.9%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Bowling Green a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bowling Green receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Bowling Green has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bowling Green is $45,101, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 29.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bowling Green is $106,500, 62% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,116 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Bowling Green is below the national average at 172 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,587 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Bowling Green has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bowling Green has a population of 2,283 with a density of 1,812 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 27.4 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49% female and 51% male. The city is predominantly White (52.7%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 6.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 57.4% of residents, while 42.6% speak Spanish. 4.1% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 13.8% of residents have a disability. 78.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,283
Total Population
1,812
People / sq mi
27.4yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Bowling Green vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 57.4%
27% below US avg
Spanish 42.6%
218% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bowling Green vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bowling Green is $45,101, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,859 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $908, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 29.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 596 business establishments, including 39 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 4.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bowling Green vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,101
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,859
Avg Weekly Wage$908
IRS Avg AGI$53,719
Gini Index0.516 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate29.1%
135% above US avg
Establishments (County)596
County GDP$1,476M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare54
Retail68
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,540
30% above US avg
Cost of Living103.40 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Drive Alone69.3%
Public Transit4.8%
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Bowling Green is $106,500, 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,368, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.4% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,116 (4% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,296 for a one-bedroom to $1,526 for a two-bedroom apartment. 60.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 865 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1978. The average annual property tax is $4,540 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 31.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,500
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$193,368
Median List Price$254,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$254,900
$/Sq Ft$208
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,116
4% below US avg
Rent Burden31.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Homeownership60.1%
Owner-Occupied60.1%
Renter-Occupied39.9%
Housing Units865
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,540
30% above US avg
Effective Rate4.26%
In Bowling Green, 40.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.3% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.8% of residents, above the national average. 33.5% have high blood pressure. 16.0% are current smokers. 14.8% report binge drinking. 33.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 17.2% report depression. 18.8% experience frequent mental distress. 29.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:6,356. The dentist ratio is 1:1,710. 31.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 5.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Bowling Green vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes14.3%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma9.5%
COPD7.3%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity33.6%
Depression17.2%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress16.3%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.7%
Uninsured29.2%
240% above US avg
Primary Care1:6,356
Dentists1:1,710
Mental Health1:5,152
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits43.3%
Premature Death11,769/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.8/10
Exercise Access31.0%
Healthcare Facilities54
Bowling Green has a violent crime rate of 172 per 100,000 residents, 55% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 172.5 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,587 per 100,000, 19% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 931, burglary at 552, vehicle theft at 103 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 7 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Bowling Green receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Bowling Green vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent172.5/100K
55% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault172.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,586.8/100K
19% below US avg
Burglary551.9/100K
Theft931.4/100K
Vehicle Theft103.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Traffic Accidents182
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Bowling Green has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 330 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 52.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average72.4°F
34% above US avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density1,812/sq mi
Coordinates27.6378°N, 81.8248°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyHardee County County
Nearest AirportLakeland Linder International (LAL)
27 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.0"
37% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.99"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.77"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score69.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability48.0 / 100
Community Resilience4.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very High
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather No Rating
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood No Rating
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Hurricane History

22 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Milton (2024, Cat 4).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Milton Category 4 33 km
2024 Helene Category 4 270 km
2024 Debby Category 1 235 km
2023 Idalia Category 4 273 km
2022 Ian Category 5 45 km
2022 Nicole Category 1 150 km
2021 Elsa Category 1 178 km
2020 Eta Category 1 290 km
2019 Dorian Category 2 288 km
2017 Irma Category 3 17 km
2016 Matthew Category 4 194 km
2005 Wilma Category 3 180 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 270 km
2005 Katrina Category 1 238 km
2004 Charley Category 4 56 km
2004 Jeanne Category 3 23 km
2004 Frances Category 2 62 km
2000 Gordon Category 1 198 km
1999 Irene Category 1 171 km
1995 Erin Category 1 141 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

865 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 47 fatalities, 780 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 15, 1958 EF4 78 km 0
Feb 22, 1998 EF3 74 km 25
Feb 22, 1998 EF3 94 km 3
Oct 3, 1992 EF3 89 km 3
Mar 17, 1985 EF3 90 km 2
Jan 24, 1979 EF3 84 km 0
May 4, 1978 EF3 92 km 3
Oct 31, 1958 EF3 80 km 0
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 60 km 0
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 89 km 0
Dec 16, 2020 EF2 95 km 0
Oct 18, 2019 EF2 44 km 0
Sep 10, 2017 EF2 58 km 0
Apr 6, 2017 EF2 98 km 0
Jan 17, 2016 EF2 83 km 0
Jan 17, 2016 EF2 40 km 2
Jun 24, 2012 EF2 38 km 0
Dec 25, 2006 EF2 90 km 0
Jun 21, 2006 EF2 79 km 0
Mar 9, 1998 EF2 39 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (16,145 ac, 1986).

Year Name Acres Distance
1986 UNNAMED 16,145 84 km
1991 UNNAMED 14,572 88 km
2001 STAGECOACH COMPLEX 14,079 69 km
2021 KISSIMMEE BEND NORTH 13,782 70 km
1999 UNNAMED 12,935 83 km
1999 UNNAMED 12,527 87 km
2006 UNNAMED 12,050 56 km
1992 UNNAMED 11,488 70 km
1996 UNNAMED 9,427 74 km
2004 UNNAMED 9,397 89 km
2006 UNNAMED 9,045 86 km
2024 APQ RECREATION AREA RX 0506 8,901 72 km
1999 UNNAMED 8,800 82 km
1998 UNNAMED 8,794 54 km
2017 ECHO SPRINGS 8,640 58 km
2004 UNNAMED 8,516 85 km
1993 UNNAMED 8,494 89 km
2008 UNNAMED 8,268 83 km
1984 UNNAMED 7,765 91 km
2004 UNNAMED 7,670 53 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in
March 67°F (20°C) 3.1 in
April 71°F (22°C) 1.8 in Driest
May 77°F (25°C) 4.2 in
June 80°F (27°C) 8.0 in
July 82°F (28°C) 8.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 6.9 in
September 81°F (27°C) 6.3 in
October 75°F (24°C) 2.3 in
November 68°F (20°C) 2.0 in
December 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in

Bowling Green has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 60°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.0") and April the driest (1.8").

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Bowling Green is located in Hardee County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 9.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 72% below the national average of 33.7%. 78.7% have completed high school. 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 77.8% of the vote, a 56.3-point margin. 80.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 54 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 69.3% of workers drive alone to work, while 4.8% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.8%
D 21.5%

Winner: Republican by 56.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Traffic Accidents182
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+78.7%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score5.16
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,812/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi
CountyHardee County County

Services

Broadband Access80.9%
Avg Download Speed34.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities54
Restaurants39
Retail Stores68

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Drive Alone69.3%
Public Transit4.8%
Work from Home4.9%
Average costs for common services in Bowling Green. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $259 ($155–$414)
Specialist Visit $362 ($207–$569)
Urgent Care Visit $207 ($103–$362)
Emergency Room Visit $2,275 ($827–$5,170)
Dental Cleaning $134 ($78–$207)
Dental Filling $259 ($155–$414)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $47 ($26–$78)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $78 ($52–$124)
Brake Pad Replacement $310 ($155–$517)
Tire Rotation $41 ($21–$78)
New Tires (Set of 4) $620 ($414–$1,034)
Battery Replacement $207 ($103–$362)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $103 ($62–$155)
Electrician (Per Hour) $93 ($52–$145)
HVAC Repair $414 ($155–$827)
HVAC System Install $7,238 ($4,136–$12,408)
Roof Repair $1,034 ($414–$2,068)
Roof Replacement $9,306 ($5,687–$15,510)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,551 ($517–$3,619)
Divorce (Contested) $15,510 ($5,170–$31,020)
DUI Defense $5,170 ($2,068–$10,340)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,551 ($827–$3,102)
Will Preparation $517 ($207–$1,034)
Trust Preparation $2,585 ($1,034–$5,170)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $26 ($16–$47)
Women's Haircut $57 ($31–$103)
Hair Coloring (Full) $155 ($78–$259)
Manicure $26 ($16–$47)
Pedicure $41 ($26–$67)
Massage (1 Hour) $83 ($52–$134)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.24 ($3.10–$5.69)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.62 ($2.59–$5.17)
Loaf of Bread $3.93 ($2.59–$5.69)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.65 ($3.10–$6.72)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.69 ($4.14–$7.76)
Rice (per lb) $1.03 ($0.62–$1.86)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $145 ($83–$259)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $72 ($31–$155)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $72 ($41–$124)
Internet (Monthly) $72 ($41–$103)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $67 ($31–$103)
Cable TV (Monthly) $88 ($52–$155)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $207 ($78–$517)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,068 ($1,241–$3,619)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $72 ($31–$134)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.27–$26)
Car Registration (Annual) $103 ($31–$259)
Driver's License Renewal $31 ($16–$78)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,241 ($620–$2,585)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,034 ($517–$2,068)
After-School Care (Monthly) $414 ($207–$724)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $52 ($26–$103)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,034 ($414–$2,585)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,925 ($5,170–$31,020)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $62 ($31–$103)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $103 ($52–$207)
Dog Grooming $62 ($31–$103)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $41 ($21–$78)
Dog Spay/Neuter $310 ($155–$517)
Cat Spay/Neuter $207 ($103–$414)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$650
Toddler$563
Preschool$520
Family Childcare (monthly)
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Hardee County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 960 43 $33,455 1.50
Health Care & Social Assistance 915 48 $48,904 0.91
Retail Trade 814 80 $33,175 1.16
Construction 325 58 $50,012 0.88
Manufacturing 252 12 $44,944 0.44
Finance & Insurance 156 14 $74,874 0.55
Transportation & Warehousing 145 20 $53,185 0.49
Arts & Entertainment 48 6 $26,409 0.41
Real Estate 43 22 $40,685 0.39
Educational Services 33 6 $28,845 0.23

Schools in Bowling Green

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
BOWLING GREEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 302 21 14.4:1
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Radio Stations near Bowling Green

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Christian Life Radio christian MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Bowling Green

20 national parks and monuments found near Bowling Green.

ParkTypeFee
Alafia River State Park State Park Free
Caladesi Island State Park State Park Free
Cayo Costa State Park State Park Free
Colt Creek State Park State Park Free
De Soto National Memorial National Memorial Free
Don Pedro Island State Park State Park Free
Gasparilla Island State Park State Park Free
Highlands Hammock State Park State Park Free
Hillsborough River State Park State Park Free
Lake June-in-Winter Scrub State Park State Park Free
Lake Kissimmee State Park State Park Free
Lake Manatee State Park State Park Free
Little Manatee River State Park State Park Free
Maderia Bickle Archaeological State Park State Park Free
Myakka River State Park State Park Free
Oscar Scherer State Park State Park Free
Stump Pass Beach State Park State Park Free
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park State Park Free
Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park State Park Free
Ybor City Museum State Park State Park Free

Museums in Bowling Green

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF FORT MEADE FLORIDAHISTORIC PRESERVATION1 TECUMSEH AVE8632857474$9,767
CRACKER TRAIL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8637350119
HARDEE COUNTY BUILDERS ASSOCIATION SPECIAL PROJECTSGENERAL MUSEUM
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF FT MEADEHISTORIC PRESERVATION8632857474

Libraries in Bowling Green

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
POLK COUNTY LIBRARY COOPERATIVE2150 S. BROADWAY AVE.0.01,974,123

Monuments in Bowling Green

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Monument

EV Charging Stations in Bowling Green

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
ONA COMPOUND8415 SR 62Blink Network1J1772public
Streamsong Resort Golf & Spa - Tesla Destination1000 Streamsong DrTesla Destination2J1772 TESLApublic
Streamstrong1000 Streamsong DriveCHARGEUP6J1772public

Cell Towers in Bowling Green

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
245 Kelly Roberts Rd (6797)GTOWER96
5950 S HAMMOCK ROAD (6801)GTOWER95
9451 STATE RD 64 WEST (15570)GTOWER94
9451 SR 64 WEST (15570)GTOWER94
SR 62 Five Miles East of SR 39TOWER91
7635 SR 62 (139046)GTOWER91
7635 SR 62 (139046)GTOWER91
6200 OLD BREWSTER RDTOWER91
823 NORTH PALMETTO AVENUE (7591)LTOWER57

Power Plants Near Bowling Green

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
UNKNOWN-7738PETROLEUM LIQUIDS221112-81.9CN
FORT GREEN SOLAR POWER PLANTSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-81.9T
MIDULLA GENERATING STATIONNATURAL GAS FIRED COMBINED CYCLE; NATURAL GAS FIRE221112-82.0OP
HARDEE POWER STATIONNATURAL GAS FIRED COMBINED CYCLE; NATURAL GAS FIRE221112-82.0OP

Bridges in Bowling Green

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19463221,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199430017,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199330017,600G
CulvertConcrete19733213,533G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19952096,767G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19741996,767G
SlabPrestressed concrete1962335950F
SlabConcrete continuous1975140600G
Arch (Deck)Concrete191596600P
Channel BeamPrestressed concrete196024600F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1958288500F
CulvertConcrete195036500F
Channel BeamPrestressed concrete196025393F
CulvertConcrete195025393F
Channel BeamPrestressed concrete196041198F
Channel BeamPrestressed concrete196043198F
SlabConcrete continuous201072198G
CulvertSteel2022438142G
Arch (Deck)Concrete19205693F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19863277G

Correctional Facilities in Bowling Green

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
HARDEE CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION6901 STATE ROAD 62STATE1,2151,541OPEN
HARDEE WORK CAMP6899 STATE RD 62STATE279-999OPEN
BOWLING GREEN YOUTH ACADEMY4705 UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 17STATE-999CLOSED

Superfund Sites Near Bowling Green

26 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
FLORIDA POWER CORP3219 STATE ROAD 630 WESTPOLK
HARDEE POWER STATION6695 N COUNTY ROAD 663HARDEE
HARDEE POWER STATION6695 N COUNTY ROAD 663HARDEE
HARDEE POWER STATION6695 N COUNTY ROAD 663HARDEE
HINES ENERGY COMPLEX7700 COUNTY ROAD 555POLK
MIDULLA GENERATING STATION6697 NORTH COUNTY ROAD 663HARDEE
MOSAIC FERTILIZER LLC7450 HIGHWAY 630POLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER LLC7450 HIGHWAY 630POLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER LLC3095 HIGHWAY 640 WPOLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER LLC3095 HIGHWAY 640 WPOLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER LLC3095 HIGHWAY 640 WPOLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER, LLC4390 CR 640 WESTPOLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER, LLC4390 CR 640 WESTPOLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER, LLC4390 CR 640 WESTPOLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER, LLC4390 CR 640 WESTPOLK
MOSAIC PHOSPHATES COMPANY - NICHOLS PLANT5000 COUNTY ROAD 676POLK
MOSAIC PHOSPHATES COMPANY - NICHOLS PLANT5000 COUNTY ROAD 676POLK
MOSAIC PHOSPHATES COMPANY - NICHOLS PLANT5000 COUNTY ROAD 676POLK
MULBERRY COGENERATION FACILITY3600 HIGHWAY 555POLK
ORANGE COGENERATION FACILITY1901 CLEAR SPRINGS MINE ROADPOLK
TAMPA ELECTRIC CO - POLK POWER9995 STATE ROUTE 37 SOUTHPOLK
TAMPA ELECTRIC CO - POLK POWER9995 STATE ROUTE 37 SOUTHPOLK
U.S. AGRI-CHEMICALS CORPORATION3225 STATE ROAD 630 WESTPOLK
U.S. AGRI-CHEMICALS CORPORATION3225 STATE ROAD 630 WESTPOLK
U.S. AGRI-CHEMICALS CORPORATION3225 STATE ROAD 630 WESTPOLK
VANDOLAH POWER PROJECT2394 VANDOLAH ROADHARDEE

Airports Near Bowling Green

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sarasota Bradenton International AirportSRQLarge Airport
Tampa International AirportTPALarge Airport
Kissimmee Gateway AirportISMMedium Airport
Lakeland Linder International AirportLALMedium Airport
MacDill Air Force BaseMCFMedium Airport
Punta Gorda AirportPGDMedium Airport
Adana AirfieldSmall Airport
Airport Manatee AirportSmall Airport
Arcadia Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Avon Park Executive AirportAVOSmall Airport
Bald Eagle AirstripSmall Airport
Bartow Executive AirportBOWSmall Airport
Bent Willies AirportSmall Airport
Blackwater Creek UltralightportSmall Airport
Blanket Bay AirportSmall Airport
Bright Hour Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Bright Hour Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Brownville AirportSmall Airport
Buchan AirportSmall Airport
Burntwood Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Carlton Ranch-Sidell AirportSmall Airport
Chalet Suzanne Air StripSmall Airport
Cherokee Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Crews Homestead Ranch AirportSmall Airport
David Wine's AirstripSmall Airport
Duette Training Facility AirportSmall Airport
Flanders FieldSmall Airport
Flying H AirportSmall Airport
Gator AirparkSmall Airport
Gentry AirportSmall Airport
Geraci AirparkSmall Airport
Gore AirportSmall Airport
Green Swamp AerodromeSmall Airport
Griffins Peace River Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Gyro Town Usa STOLportSmall Airport
Hennessy AirportSmall Airport
Hidden River AirportSmall Airport
Hummingbirds LandingSmall Airport
J. H. Hendrie Farms AirportSmall Airport
Jubilee Acres AirportSmall Airport
Kings Port AirportSmall Airport
Lake Clinch AirparkSmall Airport
Lake Persimmon AirstripSmall Airport
Lake Suzy Estates AirportSmall Airport
Lake Wales Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Lake X AirportSmall Airport
Last Chance Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Lewis AirportSmall Airport
LM-ETS AirportSmall Airport
Lykes Brighton AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Bowling Green

6 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Bowling Green Police Department
Fort Meade Police Department
Hardee County Sheriff's Office
Polk County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Unit Bradley
Wauchula Police Department
Zolfo Springs Police Department

Grocery Stores in Bowling Green

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
DOLLAR GENERAL 10718Other111 W Main St
Fiesta SupermarketGrocery Store4130 US Highway 17 N
Presco Food StoreConvenience Store4129 US Highway 17 N

Post Offices in Bowling Green

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bowling Green Post Office

Treatment Centers in Bowling Green

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Peace River Center - Wauchula OfficeMental Health863-519-0575
Tri County Human Services Inc - Wauchula Outpatient ClinicSubstance Abuse863-773-2226

DOL Wage Violations in Bowling Green

14 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $130,765 in back wages owed to 421 employees.

14
Violations
$130,765
Back Wages Owed
421
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Gutierrez-Tapia, Rodrigo - H2A LC 33834 1 $42,988 $518 83
Espinoza, Daniel H-2ALC 33834 1 $42,954 $728 59
5 G Harvesting LLC (H2ALC) 33834 1 $14,218 $203 70
Victor Valencia FLC 33834 2 $9,295 $77 120
Cognilive, LLC. 33834 1 $7,901 $1,317 6
Bowling Green Diner 33834 1 $4,579 $1,526 3
5G Harvesting LLC (Gutierez Tapia) 33834 1 $3,050 $122 25
GEO Food Store 33834 1 $2,100 $2,100 1
Daniel Harvesting, Inc. 33834 3 $1,103 $50 22
Manuel De La Rosa (FLC) 33834 1 $960 $160 6
Duette Country Store & Gas Station 33834 1 $726 $121 6
Delarosa Harvesting 33834 1 $349 $35 10
Hill's Auto World 33834 1 $302 $302 1
Abbott Jr., Robert - FLC 33834 1 $242 $27 9

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bowling Green

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
A GOD WORLD INCPO BOX 863
BRANCH MINISTRIES INC2829 US HWY 17 N LOT 55
CHRISTIAN BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH3950 AURORA AVE
CHURCH OF JOY INCPO BOX 1298
CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD THE GOOD SHEPPARD715 DOC COIL RD
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF BOWLING GREEN4531 US HIGHWAY 17 N
FORT GREEN BAPTIST CHURCH2875 BAPTIST CHURCH RD
HOPE AND LOVE WORKS INC13120 CHEWNINGVILLE LN
HOUSE OF PRAISE BOWLING GREEN FL3920 MURRAY ROAD
ST JOHN A M E CHURCH BOWLING GREEN FLORIDA 33834PO BOX 212
VICTORY PRAISE & WORSHIP CENTER INC4631 CENTRAL AVE

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UFO Sightings
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Mines
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Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bowling Green

What is the population of Bowling Green?

Bowling Green has a population of 2,283 residents and is located in Florida. The population density is 1,812 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 27.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49% female and 51% male.

Is Bowling Green expensive to live in?

Bowling Green has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.4 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $45,101, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $106,500 (62% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,116 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bowling Green safe?

Bowling Green is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 172 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,587 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Bowling Green receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bowling Green?

Bowling Green has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Bowling Green?

The unemployment rate in Bowling Green is 5.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $908. There are 596 business establishments in the area, including 39 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 4.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bowling Green?

The median home value in Bowling Green is $106,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,368. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,116. Fair market rent is $1,296 for a 1-bedroom and $1,526 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 60.1%. The average annual property tax is $4,540.

How are the schools in Bowling Green?

Schools in Bowling Green score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 9.5% of adults in Bowling Green hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.7% have completed high school. 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bowling Green?

The obesity rate in Bowling Green is 40.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.0% of adults are smokers. 33.6% are physically inactive. 17.2% of residents report depression. 29.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 31.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:6,356.

What is transportation like in Bowling Green?

The average commute in Bowling Green is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 69.3% of workers drive alone to work, 4.8% use public transit, and 4.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bowling Green?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bowling Green is 52.7% White, 6.1% Black or African American, 1.3% Hispanic or Latino. 57.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 42.6% speak Spanish. 4.1% of the population are military veterans. 13.8% of residents have a disability. 78.7% have health insurance coverage.

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