Bowling Green, FL
Full City Profile · Florida · Hardee County County
Bowling Green, FL
At a Glance
How Bowling Green Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bowling Green's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bowling Green a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bowling Green residents earn a median household income of $45,101 , which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,859. The unemployment rate stands at 10.1% (181% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 29.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 596 business establishments, including 39 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bowling Green is $106,500 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $212,039. Median rent is $1,116/month, with 31.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Safety & Crime
Bowling Green reports 41 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 89% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 649/100K.
Education
9.5% of adults in Bowling Green hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below the national average). 78.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bowling Green has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches.