Bowmans Addition, MD

Maryland

Bowmans Addition is a small town in Maryland with a population of 1,149. Residents earn $80,489 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,149 Population 1,026/sq mi density
$80,489 Median Income $25,800 per capita
$177,500 Home Value
$1,290 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$80,489 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$177,500 home value, $1,290/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/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

1,149
Total Population
1,026
People / sq mi
32.7yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.8%
Female 34.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bowmans Addition vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
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.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.9%
69% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,577
County GDP$3,542M

Business (County)

Restaurants167
Healthcare256
Retail244
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,083
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

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 Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$177,500
37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$258
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio86.0%
Price Drops0.0%

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

Owner-Occupied81.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,083
12% below US avg
Effective Rate1.74%
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

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.9%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity30.9%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death11,358/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access66.3%
Healthcare Facilities256

Crime Rates: Bowmans Addition vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

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 Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.2 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall28.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation921 ft (281 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density1,026/sq mi
Coordinates39.6863°N, 78.7550°W
County FIPS24001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.2%
D 28.9%

Winner: Republican by 40.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+87.9%
School Test Score5.85
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,026/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities256
Restaurants167
Retail Stores244

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Work from Home5.8%

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