Bowers town, Delaware Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Bowers town, Delaware Demographics
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As of 2026, Bowers town, Delaware has a total population of 273, the 70th largest city in Delaware, with a median household income of $76,406, which is 8% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.2%.

Key Takeaways

Unemployment rate of 12.6% is notably above the national average.

Bowers town Quick Facts

Population 273

Median Household Income $76,406

Median Home Value $297,500

Poverty Rate 6.2%

Unemployment Rate 12.6%

Median Age 63.6 years

Homeownership Rate 82.9%

Affordability Ratio 3.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 40.3%

High School Graduation Rate 93.7%

Diversity Index 18/100

Population 273 70th of 79

Median Income $76,406 average

Poverty Rate 6.2% 50% lower national

Median Home Value $297,500 average

How Bowers town Compares

Median Household Income

Bowers town

$76,406

$82,855

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Bowers town

$297,500

$326,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.7%

$25K-$50K 18.8%

$50K-$100K 26.5%

$100K+ 41.0%

Employment

12.6% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

40.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 82.9%

Renter 17.1%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

6.6%

18-34

14.6%

35-54

11.7%

55-74

46.5%

75+

20.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 59 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Bowers town Rankings in Delaware

#70 Population of 79

#40 Median Income of 79

#23 Education of 79

#32 Home Value of 79

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Cities Similar to Bowers town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Ardentown village	269	$81,250	$369,200	63.9%	8.4%
Woodside town	309	$77,176	$259,100	25.7%	2.9%
Little Creek town	231	$70,179	$178,600	17.8%	27.4%
Farmington town	218	N/A	$140,900	36.5%	0.0%
Magnolia town	237	$116,667	$208,900	35.2%	11.5%

Population Overview

Bowers town is a small community located in Delaware. The total population is 273. It ranks as the 70th most populous out of 79 cities and towns in Delaware.

Age Demographics

The median age in Bowers town is 63.6 years. This is 53% higher than the state median of 41.5 years. Only 6.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 20.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Bowers town is $76,406. This is 8% lower than the state median of $82,855. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 3% lower. The poverty rate stands at 6.2%. This is 42% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.7%. The unemployment rate is 12.6%. This is 150% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $297,500. Housing costs are 9% lower than the state median of $326,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 82.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 72.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Bowers town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.1% of all residents. Asian residents account for 5.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (90.1% vs 59.0%). The Hispanic or Latino population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 10.7%.

Education

40.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 14% higher than the state rate of 35.3%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.7%. Notably, 21.0% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Bowers town, Delaware is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Delaware state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 79 Census-designated places in Delaware. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Bowers town, Delaware?

Bowers town, Delaware has a population of 273 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Bowers town, DE?

The median household income in Bowers town is $76,406, which is 3% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Bowers town, DE?

The poverty rate in Bowers town is 6.2%. This means approximately 17 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Bowers town, Delaware?

Bowers town's population is 90.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 5.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in Bowers town, DE?

The median home value in Bowers town is $297,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

How educated is Bowers town, Delaware?

40.3% of adults (25+) in Bowers town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 21.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.