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Bowling Green, OH
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Bowling Green, OH
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 $46,719 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,874. The unemployment rate stands at 3.7% (3% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,473 business establishments, including 337 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bowling Green is $217,300 , 23% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $250,244. Median rent is $874/month, with 32.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1981.
Safety & Crime
Bowling Green reports 117 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 69% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,725/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
47.0% of adults in Bowling Green hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% above the national average). 95.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bowling Green has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.