Bowman, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bowman, Tennessee had a total population of 422, the 401st largest community in Tennessee, with a median household income of $78,500, which is 13% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Bowman Quick Facts
How Bowman Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 431 | 422 | -2.1% |
| Median household income | $75,805 | $78,500 | +3.6% |
| Median home value | $368,000 | $342,300 | -7.0% |
How Bowman Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 46 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Bowman Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Cumberland County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crossville | 12,428 | $48,802 | 22.9% | $246,300 |
| Fairfield Glade | 9,487 | $71,682 | 7.2% | $356,800 |
| Lake Tansi | 4,437 | $57,991 | 13.9% | $280,900 |
| Crab Orchard | 980 | $60,216 | 12.9% | $164,700 |
| Pleasant Hill | 514 | $51,406 | 14.9% | $175,000 |
| Mayland | 365 | N/A | 11.8% | $103,900 |
Cities Similar to Bowman
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pocahontas | 391 | N/A | $116,700 | 16.1% | 3.1% |
| Ducktown | 456 | N/A | $172,100 | 12.9% | 36.9% |
| Tuckers Crossroads | 426 | $92,679 | $428,600 | 19.3% | 2.1% |
| Cedar Hill | 395 | $74,375 | $182,100 | 1.5% | 9.1% |
| Beech Bluff | 437 | $69,034 | $162,100 | 0.0% | 3.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 422, Bowman's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Bowman is a small community located in Tennessee, within Cumberland County. The total population is 422. It ranks as the 401st most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bowman is 34.4 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bowman is $78,500. This is 13% higher than the state median of $69,595. It is also 3% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.3%. This is 4% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Bowman, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $342,300. Housing costs are 19% higher than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x. 85.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% higher than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Bowman was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
11.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% lower than the state rate of 31.1%. 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 Bowman, Tennessee 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 Tennessee state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee. 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 Bowman, Tennessee?
Bowman, Tennessee has a population of 422 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bowman, TN?
The median household income in Bowman is $78,500, which is 3% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bowman, TN?
The poverty rate in Bowman is 14.3%. This means approximately 58 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bowman, Tennessee?
Bowman's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bowman, TN?
The median home value in Bowman is $342,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x.
How educated is Bowman, Tennessee?
11.6% of adults (25+) in Bowman hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.