Bowmans Crossing, VA

Virginia

Bowmans Crossing is a small town in Virginia with a population of 349. Residents earn $50,333 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
349 Population 203/sq mi density
$50,333 Median Income $36,833 per capita
$144,200 Home Value
$1,120 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$50,333 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$144,200 home value, $1,120/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,333
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $144,200
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,120
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population349
Median Age59.1 yrs
Density203/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$50,333
Per Capita$36,833
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,270M

Housing

A+
Home Value$144,200
Rent$1,120
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Elevation941 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+66.9%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
CommuteN/A
Libraries6

Is Bowmans Crossing a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bowmans Crossing receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Bowmans Crossing stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bowmans Crossing is $50,333, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bowmans Crossing is $144,200, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,120 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Bowmans Crossing experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches, including 21.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Bowmans Crossing has a population of 349 with a density of 203 people per square mile. The median age is 59.1 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

349
Total Population
203
People / sq mi
59.1yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.6%
Female 40.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bowmans Crossing vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bowmans Crossing vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bowmans Crossing is $50,333, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Bowmans Crossing vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,333
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,833
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$70,092

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,152
County GDP$2,270M

Business (County)

Restaurants101
Healthcare75
Retail134
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,985
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.07%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bowmans Crossing is $144,200, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,120 (4% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$144,200
49% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,120
4% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,985
15% below US avg
Effective Rate2.07%

Health Metrics: Bowmans Crossing vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Premature Death8,072/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access59.1%
Healthcare Facilities75

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Bowmans Crossing has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.2 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall21.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation941 ft (287 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density203/sq mi
Coordinates38.7979°N, 78.5890°W
County FIPS51171
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 42.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+66.9%
School Test Score5.58
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density203/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities75
Restaurants101
Retail Stores134

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home5.1%

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