Bowman city, North Dakota Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Bowman city, North Dakota Demographics
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As of 2026, Bowman city, North Dakota has a total population of 1,523, the 36th largest city in North Dakota, with a median household income of $70,859, which is 7% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.4%.

Bowman city Quick Facts

Population 1,523

Median Household Income $70,859

Median Home Value $181,300

Poverty Rate 10.4%

Unemployment Rate 3.3%

Median Age 41.0 years

Homeownership Rate 78.1%

Affordability Ratio 2.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 32.3%

High School Graduation Rate 87.5%

Diversity Index 19/100

Population 1,523 36th of 401

Median Income $70,859 average

Poverty Rate 10.4% 16% lower national

Median Home Value $181,300 top 30%

How Bowman city Compares

Median Household Income

Bowman city

$70,859

$75,949

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Bowman city

$181,300

$241,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 5.8%

$25K-$50K 30.8%

$50K-$100K 28.0%

$100K+ 35.4%

Employment

3.3% Unemployment Rate State: 2.8% | National: 5.2%

66.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 78.1%

Renter 21.9%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.1%

18-34

18.5%

35-54

26.5%

55-74

19.1%

75+

12.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

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

State average: 31 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Bowman city Rankings in North Dakota

#36 Population of 401

#147 Median Income of 401

#71 Education of 401

#75 Home Value of 401

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Other Cities in Bowman County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Scranton city	408	$91,250	13.2%	$109,700
Rhame city	213	$93,750	8.4%	$121,900
Gascoyne city	15	$118,750	13.3%	$225,000

Cities Similar to Bowman city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Garrison city	1,456	$68,646	$181,800	21.0%	11.9%
Park River city	1,483	$76,080	$118,600	20.9%	12.4%
Tioga city	1,525	$62,315	$196,800	21.2%	10.0%
Washburn city	1,434	$75,729	$226,200	23.5%	9.4%
Hillsboro city	1,643	$77,844	$180,800	37.3%	4.1%

Population Overview

Bowman city is a small community located in North Dakota, within Bowman County. The total population is 1,523. It ranks as the 36th most populous out of 401 cities and towns in North Dakota.

Age Demographics

The median age in Bowman city is 41.0 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 35.7 years. 12.9% 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 Bowman city is $70,859. This is 7% lower than the state median of $75,949. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 10% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.4%. This is 2% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.3%. This is 17% higher than the state rate of 2.8%. The median home value is $181,300. Housing costs are 25% lower than the state median of $241,100. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Bowman city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 63.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Bowman city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (8.1% vs 4.5%).

Education

32.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is about average than the state rate of 32.3%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Bowman city, North Dakota 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 North Dakota state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 401 Census-designated places in North Dakota. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Bowman city, North Dakota?

Bowman city, North Dakota has a population of 1,523 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Bowman city, ND?

The median household income in Bowman city is $70,859, which is 10% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Bowman city, ND?

The poverty rate in Bowman city is 10.4%. This means approximately 152 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Bowman city, North Dakota?

Bowman city's population is 89.6% White, 0.0% Black, 8.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Bowman city, ND?

The median home value in Bowman city is $181,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.

How educated is Bowman city, North Dakota?

32.3% of adults (25+) in Bowman city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.