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
34.5yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.2% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 469 |
| County GDP | $812M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 34 |
| Healthcare | 37 |
| Retail | 77 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,665 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.72% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Bowman is $368,000, 31% above the national average.
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,665 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.72% |
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
| Obesity | 40.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.6% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.7% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 10.3% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.9% |
| Depression | 32.6% |
| Mental Distress | 22.6% |
| Physical Distress | 16.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.7% |
| Premature Death | 12,599/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 33.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37 |
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 Average | 53.7°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 62.6 inches |
| 65% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 14.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,817 ft (554 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 188/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.0616°N, 85.0357°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 47133 |