Median Income
$80,489
7% higher than US avg
Home Value
$177,500
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,290
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
20.9%
69% higher than US avg
How Bowmans Addition Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,149
Median Age32.7 yrs
Density1,026/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
B+
Median Income$80,489
Per Capita$25,800
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty20.9%
County GDP$3,542M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$177,500
Rent$1,290
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Elevation921 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+87.9%
School Score5.85
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute25 min
Libraries6
Is Bowmans Addition a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bowmans Addition receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Bowmans Addition offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bowmans Addition is $80,489, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 20.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bowmans Addition is $177,500, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,290 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Bowmans Addition experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches, including 28.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Bowmans Addition has a population of 1,149 with a density of 1,026 people per square mile. The median age is 32.7 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.8%).
Population
32.7yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Bowmans Addition vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Bowmans Addition vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Bowmans Addition is $80,489, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income: Bowmans Addition vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $80,489 |
| 7% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,800 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $996 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,857 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 20.9% |
| 69% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,577 |
| County GDP | $3,542M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 167 |
| Healthcare | 256 |
| Retail | 244 |
| Manufacturing | 47 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,083 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.74% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.0 min |
| Work from Home | 5.8% |
The median home value in Bowmans Addition is $177,500, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,290 (11% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $177,500 |
| 37% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $258 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 86.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,290 |
| 11% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,312 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,648 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,123 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,442 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,083 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.74% |
In Bowmans Addition, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 30.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bowmans Addition vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.3% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.1% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 8.9% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.9% |
| Depression | 28.3% |
| Mental Distress | 21.2% |
| Physical Distress | 15.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.6% |
| Premature Death | 11,358/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 256 |
Crime Rates: Bowmans Addition vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Bowmans Addition has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 53.7°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 39.2 inches |
| 3% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 28.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 921 ft (281 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,026/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.6863°N, 78.7550°W |
| County FIPS | 24001 |