What are the schools like in Bowmans Addition, MD?

School district data for Bowmans Addition is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Bowmans Addition?

The median household income in Bowmans Addition, MD is $75,559 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 9.1%.

What is the weather like in Bowmans Addition, MD?

Bowmans Addition has an average high temperature of 39.2°F in January and 87.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 28.7 inches.

Bowmans Addition, MD Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Bowmans Addition, MD affordable or expensive?

Bowmans Addition's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means Bowmans Addition is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is N/A and the median rent is N/A per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Bowmans Addition, MD?

Bowmans Addition has a violent crime rate of 123.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1050.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Bowmans Addition, MD a Good Place to Live?

Bowmans Addition is a small town of 690 in Maryland, with a median household income of $75,559 and a 9.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

Strengths: Bowmans Addition stands out for an affordable cost of living.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Bowmans Addition is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Bowmans Addition 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: 85.8

Bowmans Addition's overall cost of living index is 85.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Bowmans Addition costs roughly 14% less than the average American city.

Metric	Bowmans Addition, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	N/A	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	58.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$75,559	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Bowmans Addition's violent crime rate is 123.6 per 100,000 residents — 67% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

123.6 /100k

Property Crime

1050.9 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Metric	Bowmans Addition, MD	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	6.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Bowmans Addition sees average highs of 39.2°F in January and 87.1°F in July, with 39.2 inches of annual precipitation and 28.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Bowmans Addition, MD
Average High — January	39.2°F
Average High — July	87.1°F
Annual Precipitation	39.2"
Annual Snowfall	28.7"

Demographics

Metric	Bowmans Addition, MD	National Avg
Population	690	—
Median Age	45.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	9.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	99.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	22.0%	22.2%
65 and over	18.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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Bowmans Addition vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bowmans Addition, MD affordable or expensive?

Bowmans Addition's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes Bowmans Addition roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is N/A and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Bowmans Addition, MD?

Bowmans Addition's violent crime rate is 123.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1050.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Bowmans Addition?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Bowmans Addition, MD a good place to live?

Bowmans Addition, MD has a population of 690, a median household income of $75,559, and an unemployment rate of 9.1%. 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 Bowmans Addition?

Bowmans Addition averages 39.2°F in January and 87.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 39.2 inches with about 28.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Bowmans Addition?

The population of Bowmans Addition, Maryland is 690 with a median age of 45.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Bowmans Addition?

Key numbers for living in Bowmans Addition: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home N/A, median household income $75,559, crime index 40 (100 = US average, lower is safer). Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Bowmans Addition side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.