Bowmansville, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Bowmansville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,968. Residents earn $105,079 per year, which is 40% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
2,968 Population 1,393/sq mi density
$105,079 Median Income $39,405 per capita
$318,200 Home Value
$1,156 Median Rent 17.6% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$105,079 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$318,200 home value, $1,156/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,079
40% higher than US avg
Home Value $318,200
13% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.6%
9% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,156
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,968
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density1,393/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,079
Per Capita$39,405
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$39,951M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$318,200
Rent$1,156
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden17.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.8 in/yr
Elevation416 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.6%
High School+90.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute26 min
Broadband88.1%
EV Stations1
Libraries17

Is Bowmansville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bowmansville receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Bowmansville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bowmansville is $105,079, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Bowmansville among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bowmansville is $318,200, 13% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,156 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bowmansville 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 46.8 inches, including 33.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bowmansville has a population of 2,968 with a density of 1,393 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%).

Population

2,968
Total Population
1,393
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bowmansville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.8%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.2%
39% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bowmansville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bowmansville is $105,079, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Bowmansville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,079
40% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,405
Avg Weekly Wage$1,153
IRS Avg AGI$82,509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,605
County GDP$39,951M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,139
Healthcare1,279
Retail1,900
Manufacturing1,012

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bowmansville is $318,200, 13% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,156 (1% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$318,200
13% above US avg
Median List Price$294,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$294,000
$/Sq Ft$169
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio99.5%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,156
1% below US avg
Rent Burden17.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Rate1.99%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%
Premature Death6,922/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access81.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,279

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Safety Score

Bowmansville 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 46.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.8 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall33.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation416 ft (127 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density1,393/sq mi
Coordinates40.2017°N, 76.0210°W
County FIPS42071
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 30.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin. 88.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.6%
9% below US avg
High School+90.0%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,393/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.1%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,900

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

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