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Bowman, QC

Quebec

Bowman is a small town in Quebec with a population of 667. Residents earn $63,600 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
667 Population 14/sq mi density
$63,600 Median Income $39,200 per capita
$276,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 15.2% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$63,600 median income, 12.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$276,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $63,600
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $276,000
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.3%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.2%
239% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.0%
13% higher than US avg

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

People

Population667
Median Age59.6 yrs
Density14/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C+
Median Income$63,600
Per Capita$39,200
Unemployment12.2%
Poverty14.0%
Commute38 min

Housing

A
Home Value$276,000
Rent$647
Ownership91.0%
Housing Units335
Rent Burden15.2%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation650 ft (198 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.3%
High School+27.9%
Graduate+2.5%

Community

Commute38 min

Is Bowman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bowman receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Bowman has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bowman is $63,600, 15% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.2%, unemployment is notably high. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bowman is $276,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bowman has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 15.3 inches of snow.

Bowman has a population of 667 with a density of 14 people per square mile, spread across 48.8 square miles. The median age is 59.6 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.4% female and 53.4% male. The city is predominantly White (98.5%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 14.3% of residents, while 84.2% speak Spanish.

Population

667
Total Population
14
People / sq mi
59.6yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
48.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bowman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 14.3%
82% below US avg
Spanish 84.2%
528% above US avg
Other Languages 1.5%

Social Characteristics

Bowman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bowman is $63,600, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,200. The average weekly wage is $754, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 12.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 21 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 34.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bowman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,600
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,200
Avg Weekly Wage$754

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.2%
239% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above US avg
Establishments (County)21

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.4 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home34.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Bowman is $276,000, 2% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 91.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 335 total housing units in the city. 15.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$276,000
2% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden15.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership91.0%
Owner-Occupied91.0%
Renter-Occupied9.0%
Housing Units335

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Bowman receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Bowman vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Bowman has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 261 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. The area receives 15.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 650 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average39.1°F
28% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation650 ft (198 m)
Area48.8 sq mi (126.4 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates45.8803°N, 75.6352°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.3"
9% above US avg
Snowfall 15.3"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.33"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.72"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

172 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M3.7 on Mar 19, 2025.

Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M5.4 12 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 57 km
Oct 19, 1990 11 km SW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.6 66 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 94 km
Jun 16, 1991 78 km NW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.5 149 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 105 km
Dec 25, 1993 9 km WSW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.3 70 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 102 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 95 km
Oct 12, 2003 63 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.2 138 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 61 km
Nov 15, 1990 72 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.1 146 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 62 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 61 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 44 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 137 km
Mar 6, 1991 49 km NNW of Fort-Coulonge, Canada M3.9 106 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 60 km
Mar 19, 2001 65 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M3.9 139 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 90 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1908 NOTRE DAME DE LA SALETTE Meteorological 15.0 m 33 13 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-13°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.7 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.8 in
April 37°F (3°C) 3.1 in
May 51°F (11°C) 3.5 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.9 in
July 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 4.3 in Wettest
September 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
October 44°F (7°C) 3.8 in
November 32°F (0°C) 3.7 in
December 17°F (-9°C) 3.3 in

Bowman has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 8°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.7").

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3.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 90% below the national average of 33.7%. 27.9% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 90.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.3%
90% below US avg
High School+27.9%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density14/sq mi
Total Area48.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.4 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home34.4%

Radio Stations near Bowman

25 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFGO "TSN 1200" Ottawa, ON bell media, sports news AAC+ 40 kbps
CBC Radio One - Ottawa, ON (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CBC Radio 1 Ottawa (CBO-FM) information, news UNKNOWN
TSN 1200 live sports, sports AAC+ 40 kbps
CFRA "News Talk Radio 580" Ottawa, ON news talk AAC+ 40 kbps
CFTX-FM 96.5 "BPM Sports" Gatineau, QC bpm sports, sports AAC 48 kbps
CHRI 99.1 Ottawa MP3 128 kbps
Ottawa Live 885 (CLIVFM) alternative, alternative rock AAC 145 kbps
Irish Radio Canada MP3 64 kbps
CKOF "FM 104.7 Outaouais" Gatineau, QC actualités, news MP3
Radio Canada Ici Musique - Ottawa, ON blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
CKCU FM 93.1 alternative, college radio MP3 256 kbps
CJFO 94.5 "Unique FM" Ottawa, ON MP3 128 kbps
CKDJ-FM 107.9 Algonquin College, Ottawa, ON (MP3 Stream) campus radio, student radio MP3 128 kbps
Labgate Hitwave Rewind old hits, pop MP3 128 kbps
CHUO-FM 89.1 University of Ottawa, ON community radio, student radio MP3 128 kbps
CHEZ-FM 106.1 "Chez 106" Ottawa, ON mainstream rock, rogers media AAC+ 47 kbps
CKCU The Mighty 93.1 college radio MP3 256 kbps
CKDJ-FM 107.9 Algonquin College, Ottawa, ON (AAC Stream) campus radio, student radio AAC+ 56 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Ottawa-Gatineau) Ottawa, ON radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CILV-FM 88.5 "Live Eighty Eight Five" - Ottawa, ON alternative rock, stingray network AAC 130 kbps
CKCU 93.1 FM MP3 256 kbps
106.1 CHEZ mainstream rock, rock AAC+ 48 kbps
CJET-FM Country 92.3 UNKNOWN
Ottawa CHEZ 106.1 (CHEZFM) hard rock, metal AAC+ 47 kbps

Libraries in Bowman

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Poltimore0.0

Ski Resorts Near Bowman

6 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mount Pakenham Ski Hill 0.0 $0
Camp Fortune 0.0 $0
Mont Cascades Ski 0.0 $0
Sommet Edelweiss 0.0 $0
Centre Vorlage 0.0 $0
Mont Ste. Marie 0.0 $0

Airports Near Bowman

26 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International AirportYOWLarge Airport
Ottawa / Carp AirportMedium Airport
Ottawa / Gatineau AirportYNDMedium Airport
Ottawa / Rockcliffe AirportYROMedium Airport
1669 Diamondview Road Private StripSmall Airport
1797 Diamondview Road Private StripSmall Airport
Arnprior AirportSmall Airport
Cedar Hill AerodromeSmall Airport
CheneySmall Airport
Devereaux Rd Farm StripSmall Airport
Django FieldSmall Airport
Flint FieldSmall Airport
Fumerton FieldSmall Airport
Grey's Creek Private AirstripSmall Airport
Indian Creek FieldSmall Airport
Kenmore AerodromeSmall Airport
Maniwaki AirportYMWSmall Airport
Mont Laurier AirportSmall Airport
Navan Bearbrook AirportSmall Airport
Ottawa / Casselman (Shea Field)Small Airport
Ottawa / Manotick (Hope Field)Small Airport
Ottawa/Embrun AerodromeSmall Airport
Parti FieldSmall Airport
Pendleton AirportSmall Airport
Pontiac AirparkSmall Airport
St. André-Avellin AerodromeSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bowman

What is the population of Bowman?

Bowman has a population of 667 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 48.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 59.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.4% female and 53.4% male.

Is Bowman expensive to live in?

The median household income is $63,600, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $276,000 (2% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bowman safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Bowman receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bowman?

Bowman has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.3 inches, with 15.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bowman?

The job market in Bowman faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $754. There are 21 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 38 minutes, and 34.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bowman?

The median home value in Bowman is $276,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 91.0%.

How are the schools in Bowman?

3.3% of adults in Bowman hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.9% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Bowman?

The average commute in Bowman is 38 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 34.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bowman?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bowman is 98.5% White. 14.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 84.2% speak Spanish.

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