Bowmore, NC

North Carolina

Bowmore is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 50.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
50 Population 15/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $32,138 per capita
$81,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $81,500
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population50
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density15/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans39.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$32,138
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$1,560M
Commute20 min

Housing

Home Value$81,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Elevation251 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 46%
Commute20 min
Broadband39.0%
Libraries2

Is Bowmore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bowmore receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Bowmore stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bowmore is $81,500, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Bowmore enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bowmore has a population of 50 with a density of 15 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (42%), with 38% Hispanic.

Population

50
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38%
Female 62%

Race & Ethnicity

Bowmore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.2%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.8%
10% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bowmore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bowmore is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Bowmore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$32,138
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$48,542

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)706
County GDP$1,560M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare109
Retail141
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,791
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bowmore is $81,500, 71% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,500
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,791
20% below US avg
Effective Rate3.42%
In Bowmore, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes16.1%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure37.5%
Asthma12.1%
COPD8.3%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking7.2%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate67.0%
Premature Death16,835/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access64.2%
Healthcare Facilities109

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Bowmore has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.6 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation251 ft (77 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.6 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates34.9358°N, 79.3000°W
County FIPS37165
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 6.9-point margin. 39.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.2%
D 46.2%

Winner: Republican by 6.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.46
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density15/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities109
Restaurants60
Retail Stores141

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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