Bowman, TN

Tennessee

Bowman is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 431. Residents earn $75,805 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
431 Population 188/sq mi density
$75,805 Median Income $25,518 per capita
$368,000 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$75,805 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$368,000 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,805
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $368,000
31% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.2%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population431
Median Age34.5 yrs
Density188/mi²
Male / Female62% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans13.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,805
Per Capita$25,518
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.2%
County GDP$812M
Commute18 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$368,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.6%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain62.6 in/yr
Elevation1,817 ft (554 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+95.7%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute18 min
Broadband93.8%
Libraries1

Is Bowman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bowman receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Bowman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bowman is $75,805, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bowman is $368,000, 31% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bowman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 62.6 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bowman has a population of 431 with a density of 188 people per square mile. The median age is 34.5 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

431
Total Population
188
People / sq mi
34.5yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.5%
Female 38.5%

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 $75,805, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Bowman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,805
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$25,518
Avg Weekly Wage$892
IRS Avg AGI$55,201

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.2%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)469
County GDP$812M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare37
Retail77
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,665
24% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bowman is $368,000, 31% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$368,000
31% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$882
1 Bedroom$924
2 Bedrooms$1,118
3 Bedrooms$1,445
4 Bedrooms$1,644

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,665
24% below US avg
Effective Rate0.72%
In Bowman, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.6% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure38.7%
Asthma11.3%
COPD10.3%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression32.6%
Mental Distress22.6%
Physical Distress16.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Checkup Rate74.7%
Premature Death12,599/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access33.7%
Healthcare Facilities37
Bowman has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 62.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.6 inches
65% above US avg
Snowfall14.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,817 ft (554 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density188/sq mi
Coordinates36.0616°N, 85.0357°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.2-point margin. 93.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.7%
D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 64.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density188/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants34
Retail Stores77

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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