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Bowling Green, KY
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Bowling Green, KY
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 $48,419 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,819. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4% (6% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,308 business establishments, including 301 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bowling Green is $232,100 , 18% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $284,533. Median rent is $948/month, with 29.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1989.
Safety & Crime
Bowling Green reports 292 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 23% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,668/100K. The murder rate is 5.7/100K.
Education
32.0% of adults in Bowling Green hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% below the national average). 85.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bowling Green has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 299 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.