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Bowleys Quarters, Maryland Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bowleys Quarters, Maryland had a total population of 7,006, the 171st largest community in Maryland, with a median household income of $99,534, which is 4% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.2%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Bowleys Quarters Quick Facts

Population 7,006
Median Household Income $99,534
Median Home Value $400,100
Poverty Rate 11.2%
Unemployment Rate 2.9%
Median Age 38.8 years
Homeownership Rate 78.2%
Affordability Ratio 4.0x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 30.4%
High School Graduation Rate 95.9%
Diversity Index 56/100
Population 7,006 171st of 527
Median Income $99,534 average
Poverty Rate 11.2% 10% lower than national
Median Home Value $400,100 average

How Bowleys Quarters Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population6,7957,006+3.1%
Median household income$107,339$99,534-7.3%
Median home value$351,800$400,100+13.7%

How Bowleys Quarters Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 9.7%
$25K-$50K 10.9%
$50K-$100K 29.9%
$100K+ 49.5%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
6.7%
$10K-$15K
1.3%
$15K-$20K
0.0%
$20K-$25K
1.7%
$25K-$30K
2.9%
$30K-$35K
4.2%
$35K-$40K
1.0%
$40K-$45K
0.9%
$45K-$50K
1.9%
$50K-$60K
12.1%
$60K-$75K
6.0%
$75K-$100K
11.8%
$100K-$125K
8.5%
$125K-$150K
14.7%
$150K-$200K
12.3%
$200K+
14.1%

Employment

2.9% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9%|National: 5.2%
66.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 78.2%
Renter 21.8%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.0x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,747/mo 21.1% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

56out of 100
High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 68 | National average: 61

Education

Bowleys Quarters Rankings in Maryland

#171 Population of 527
#243 Median Income of 463
#293 Education of 527
#215 Home Value of 471

Other Cities in Baltimore County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Dundalk 65,969 $64,520 17.4% $212,700
Towson 58,679 $101,320 12.1% $469,000
Catonsville 43,368 $114,109 6.9% $416,900
Essex 40,580 $67,168 12.6% $258,900
Woodlawn (Baltimore County) 40,379 $82,466 11.6% $294,200
Owings Mills 37,245 $96,243 5.6% $361,000
Randallstown 35,957 $85,735 9.2% $327,200
Pikesville 33,524 $98,465 7.8% $434,500
Middle River 31,712 $78,398 14.7% $271,700
Milford Mill 30,829 $69,711 8.7% $273,600

Cities Similar to Bowleys Quarters

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Fountainhead-Orchard Hills6,567$103,340$333,00039.1%8.8%
Riverside6,585$105,785$246,10039.5%5.7%
Thurmont6,254$98,125$364,70027.0%11.1%
Hampstead6,251$97,871$333,00040.4%6.9%
Lutherville6,574$113,563$443,90068.4%4.2%

Population Overview

Bowleys Quarters is a small city located in Maryland, within Baltimore County. The total population is 7,006. It ranks as the 171st most populous out of 527 Census-designated places in Maryland.

Age Demographics

The median age in Bowleys Quarters is 38.8 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 39.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Bowleys Quarters is $99,534. This is 4% lower than the state median of $103,678. It is also 23% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.2%. This is 18% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 42% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $400,100. Housing costs are 5% lower than the state median of $419,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 78.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 67.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Bowleys Quarters is White (non-Hispanic), making up 62.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 20.3%.

Education

30.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 43.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Bowleys Quarters, Maryland is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Maryland state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 527 Census-designated places in Maryland. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Bowleys Quarters, Maryland?

Bowleys Quarters, Maryland has a population of 7,006 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Bowleys Quarters, MD?

The median household income in Bowleys Quarters is $99,534, which is 23% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Bowleys Quarters, MD?

The poverty rate in Bowleys Quarters is 11.2%. This means approximately 780 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Bowleys Quarters, Maryland?

Bowleys Quarters's population is 62.4% White, 20.3% Black, 9.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Bowleys Quarters, MD?

The median home value in Bowleys Quarters is $400,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x.

How educated is Bowleys Quarters, Maryland?

30.4% of adults (25+) in Bowleys Quarters hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.