What are the schools like in Bowen, IL?

Bowen is served primarily by Southeastern CUSD 337. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.9:1.

What is the median household income in Bowen?

The median household income in Bowen, IL is $65,804 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.2%.

What is the weather like in Bowen, IL?

Bowen has an average high temperature of 33.9°F in January and 86.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 24.1 inches.

Bowen, IL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Bowen, IL affordable or expensive?

Bowen's cost of living index is 84, where 100 represents the national average. This means Bowen is 16% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $66,700 and the median rent is $388 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Bowen, IL?

Crime rate data for Bowen is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Bowen, IL a Good Place to Live?

Bowen is a small town of 710 in Illinois, with a median household income of $65,804 and a 1.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 84 (US average = 100), which is 16% below the national average.

Strengths: Bowen stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Bowen is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Bowen city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 83.7

Bowen's overall cost of living index is 83.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Bowen costs roughly 16% less than the average American city.

Metric	Bowen, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$66,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$388	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	83.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$65,804	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Bowen is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Bowen is served primarily by Southeastern CUSD 337. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Bowen, IL	National Avg
School District	Southeastern CUSD 337	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Bowen sees average highs of 33.9°F in January and 86.3°F in July, with 40.2 inches of annual precipitation and 24.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Bowen, IL
Average High — January	33.9°F
Average High — July	86.3°F
Annual Precipitation	40.2"
Annual Snowfall	24.1"

Demographics

Metric	Bowen, IL	National Avg
Population	710	—
Median Age	33.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	89.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.1%	18.9%
Asian	0.8%	6.3%
Under 18	33.9%	22.2%
65 and over	11.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Bowen

Bowen, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62316

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bowen, IL affordable or expensive?

Bowen's cost of living index is 84, where 100 is the national average. That makes Bowen roughly 16% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $66,700 and median rent is $388/month.

What is the crime rate in Bowen, IL?

Crime data for Bowen is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Bowen?

Public schools in Bowen are operated by Southeastern CUSD 337. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.9:1. 17.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Bowen, IL a good place to live?

Bowen, IL has a population of 710, a median household income of $65,804, and an unemployment rate of 1.2%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Bowen?

Bowen averages 33.9°F in January and 86.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.2 inches with about 24.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Bowen?

Bowen, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62316.

What is the population of Bowen?

The population of Bowen, Illinois is 710 with a median age of 33.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Bowen?

Key numbers for living in Bowen: cost of living index 84 (100 = US average), median home $66,700, median household income $65,804, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Bowen side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.