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Bowman, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Orangeburg County County
Bowman, SC
At a Glance
How Bowman Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bowman's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bowman a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bowman residents earn a median household income of $27,500 , which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,509. The unemployment rate stands at 3.8% (6% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 41.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,850 business establishments, including 183 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bowman is $80,700 , 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $124,180. Median rent is $848/month, with 39.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Safety & Crime
Bowman reports 1,770 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 366% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,204/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
4.9% of adults in Bowman hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below the national average). 87.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bowman has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.