Median Income
$27,500
63% lower than US avg
Home Value
$80,700
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.9%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$848
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
41.2%
232% higher than US avg
How Bowman Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population789
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density669/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 21%
Economy
C
Median Income$27,500
Per Capita$17,509
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty41.2%
County GDP$4,007M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$80,700
Rent$848
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$124,180
Health
Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp65°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Elevation139 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.9%
High School+87.7%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 37% / D 62%
Commute30 min
Libraries7
Is Bowman a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bowman receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bowman has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bowman is $27,500, 63% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 41.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bowman is $80,700, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $848 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Bowman enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Bowman has a population of 789 with a density of 669 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (76%), with 20.7% White.
Population
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.5% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.5% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Bowman is $27,500, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 41.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $27,500 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $17,509 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,044 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,531 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.8% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 41.2% |
| 232% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,850 |
| County GDP | $4,007M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 183 |
| Healthcare | 217 |
| Retail | 340 |
| Manufacturing | 71 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,721 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.37% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.9 min |
| Work from Home | 9.2% |
The median home value in Bowman is $80,700, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $848 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $124,180.
Home Values
| Census Median | $80,700 |
| 71% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $124,180 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $848 |
| 27% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,721 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.37% |
In Bowman, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 32.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bowman vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.8% |
| 36% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.0% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 4.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.4% |
| Depression | 21.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 82.1% |
| Premature Death | 16,385/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 49.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 217 |
Crime Rates: Bowman vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 45 |
Safety Score
Bowman has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
47°F Jan (9°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 65.0°F |
| 20% above US avg |
| January Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.7 inches |
| 15% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 139 ft (42 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 669/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.3483°N, 80.6843°W |
| County FIPS | 45075 |