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Bowmore, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Bowmore is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 760. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
760 Population 1/sq mi density
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
58.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,543 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$49,543 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$217,874 home value, $1,239/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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People

Population760
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,543
Per Capita$49,543
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A
Home Value$217,874
Rent$1,239
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units304

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain58.9 in/yr
Sunny Days229/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.0%

Community

Population760
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates55.7558°, -6.2843°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation58.9 inches (1,495 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,543
Median Age40.6 years

About Bowmore

Bowmore is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 760. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Bowmore has a population of 760 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,043.6 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents.

Population

760
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
1,043.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 10.0%

Social Characteristics

Bowmore vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Bowmore is $49,543, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,543 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $953, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 69 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bowmore vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,543
34% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,543
Avg Weekly Wage$953

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)69

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bowmore is $217,874, 23% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,239 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 304 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$217,874
23% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,239
7% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units304

Property Tax

Bowmore experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 229 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days229 days/yr

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area1,043.6 sq mi (2,702.8 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates55.7558°N, 6.2843°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.9"
55% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.05"
Driest Month (May) 2.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Nov 1, 2017.

Aug 4, 2017 31 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.8 125 km
May 3, 1998 Scotland, United Kingdom M3.5 37 km
Jan 23, 2011 28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.5 123 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 37 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 125 km
May 18, 2013 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M2.9 119 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 124 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 37 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 97 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 142 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 55 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
720 HEBRIDES (SCOTLAND) Questionable Earthquake 64 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 7.1 in Wettest
February 42°F (5°C) 4.2 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 5.4 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.4 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in Driest
June 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
July 58°F (14°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 4.6 in
September 55°F (13°C) 5.6 in
October 51°F (10°C) 6.5 in
November 46°F (8°C) 6.4 in
December 43°F (6°C) 6.2 in

Bowmore has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 42°F in February to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.1") and May the driest (2.6").

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50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above United Kingdom avg
High School+84.0%
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area1,043.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Schools in Bowmore

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bowmore Primary Gaelic Unit
Islay High School
Port Charlotte Primary School
Bowmore Primary School
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Radio Stations near Bowmore

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Bowmore

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Islay Natural History Trust Port Charlotte
The Museum of Islay Life

Farmers Markets in Bowmore

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Islay Auction Mart

Hotels in Bowmore

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

An Taigh Osda
Bowmore Hotel
Harbour Inn
Lochside Hotel
Port Charlotte Hotel

Restaurants in Bowmore

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Golden Dragon
Lochindaal Seafood Kitchen
Peatzeria
Taj Mahal

Cafes in Bowmore

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Blasta
Cafe Life
Debbie's
Flossie's Kitchen
The Cottage Cafe
The Islay Bakery
The Munchie Box

Gas Stations in Bowmore

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bowmore Filling Station
GB #1773053697

Banks in Bowmore

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RBS

Breweries in Bowmore

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Islay Ales

Airports Near Bowmore

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Campbeltown AirportCALMedium Airport
Islay AirportILYMedium Airport
Tiree AirportTREMedium Airport
Bellarena AirfieldSmall Airport
Castlerock AirstripSmall Airport
Causeway AirfieldSmall Airport
Colonsay AirstripCSASmall Airport
Gigha AirfieldSmall Airport
Kildalloig AirstripSmall Airport
Kilfinichen AirstripSmall Airport
Knockrome AirstripSmall Airport
Plains AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Bowmore

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bruichladdich Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bowmore

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Islay Baptist Church
Kilarrow Parish Church
Kilchoman Parish Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bowmore

What is the population of Bowmore?

Bowmore has a population of 760 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,043.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Bowmore expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,543, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $217,874 (23% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,239 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Bowmore?

Bowmore has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.9 inches.

How is the job market in Bowmore?

Bowmore has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $953. There are 69 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bowmore?

The median home value in Bowmore is $217,874. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,239. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Bowmore?

50.0% of adults in Bowmore hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Bowmore?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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