Bowman, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Bowman is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 46.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
46 Population 29/sq mi density
62°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population46
Median AgeN/A
Density29/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans46.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$7,259M
Commute52 min

Health

Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain52.2 in/yr
Elevation233 ft (71 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute52 min
Broadband22.0%
Libraries4

Is Bowman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bowman receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Bowman stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bowman enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bowman has a population of 46 with a density of 29 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

46
Total Population
29
People / sq mi
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bowman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bowman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bowman is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes.

Income: Bowman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$994
IRS Avg AGI$72,055

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,006
County GDP$7,259M

Business (County)

Restaurants267
Healthcare386
Retail441
Manufacturing90

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,983
15% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time52.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Bowman, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure37.7%
Asthma8.7%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death10,320/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access58.2%
Healthcare Facilities386
Bowman has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.6°F
14% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.2 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall1.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation233 ft (71 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates35.8168°N, 90.4962°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05031
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.4-point margin. 22.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.5%
D 30.1%

Winner: Republican by 37.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.91
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density29/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access22.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities386
Restaurants267
Retail Stores441

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute52.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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