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Bowlus, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Bowlus is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 267. Residents earn $75,208 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
267 Population 209/sq mi density
$75,208 Median Income $40,808 per capita
$146,900 Home Value $204,533 Zillow
$925 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$75,208 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$146,900 home value, $925/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,208
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $146,900
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.2%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $925
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population267
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density209/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans11.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,208
Per Capita$40,808
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$12,618M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,900
Rent$925
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$204,533
Housing Units130
Rent Burden24.2%

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking16.1%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,111 ft (339 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.2%
High School+90.0%
Graduate+0.6%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute32 min
Broadband79.5%
Libraries10

Is Bowlus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bowlus 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. Bowlus offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bowlus is $75,208, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bowlus is $146,900, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $925 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Bowlus has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Bowlus has a population of 267 with a density of 209 people per square mile. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

267
Total Population
209
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.9%
Female 43.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bowlus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bowlus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bowlus is $75,208, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Bowlus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,208
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,808
Avg Weekly Wage$1,198
IRS Avg AGI$79,564

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,733
County GDP$12,618M

Business (County)

Restaurants391
Healthcare529
Retail642
Manufacturing231

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.8 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Bowlus is $146,900, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $925 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $204,533.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,900
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$204,533

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$925
20% below US avg
Rent Burden24.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.0%
Housing Units130
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Effective Rate3.47%
In Bowlus, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep33.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits66.4%
Premature Death6,211/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities529
Bowlus has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.1 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.1 inches
21% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,111 ft (339 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density209/sq mi
Coordinates45.8191°N, 94.4072°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27145
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.8-point margin. 79.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.2%
79% below US avg
High School+90.0%
Graduate Degree+0.6%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density209/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.5%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities529
Restaurants391
Retail Stores642

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.8 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

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