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Bowie
  • Suburb in Maryland
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Suburb
Washington, D.C.
Bowie
#4 in Best Places to Live in Prince George's County
  • A minus
    Overall Grade
  • Suburb in Maryland
  • 387 reviews
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    Bowie Residents

    Diversity
    A
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Population
    58,481
    Unemployment Rate
    3.5%
    Poverty Rate
    3.2%
    Non-Citizens
    5.2%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the people who live in your area?
    Based on 24 responses
    • Professional/busy/kind/wonderful
      50%
    • Family oriented
      17%
    • Professional
      13%
    • Busy
      8%
    • Friendly
      4%
    • Indifferent
      4%
    • Progressive
      4%

    Bowie Demographics

    Education Levels
    • Master's degree or higher
      23%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      25%
      20%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      27%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      20%
      27%
    • Less than high school diploma
      5%
      12%
    Racial Diversity
    • African American
      52%
    • White
      31%
    • Hispanic
      7%
    • Asian
      5%
    • Two or more races
      4%
    • Other race
      0%
    • American Indian or Alaska native
      0%
    • Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
      0%
    Gender
    • Female
      53%
    • Male
      47%
    Age
    • <10 years
      11%
    • 10-17 years
      11%
    • 18-24 years
      7%
    • 25-34 years
      12%
    • 35-44 years
      13%
    • 45-54 years
      17%
    • 55-64 years
      15%
    • 65+ years
      15%
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    Income

    Median Household Income
    $113,338
    National
    $62,843
    Household Income Brackets
    • <$25k
      5%
    • $25-$44k
      8%
    • $45-$74k
      15%
    • $75-$149k
      38%
    • $150k+
      34%
    Median Individual Income
    $54,147
    National
    $31,133
    Individual Income Brackets
    • <$15k
      18%
    • $15-$34k
      18%
    • $35-$64k
      22%
    • $65k+
      42%

    Community

    Poll
    83%
    of residents say there is a good sense of community. 35 responses
    Poll
    52%
    of people say LGBT residents are very accepted. 29 responses
    Poll
    What is the most helpful tip for a new resident to know before moving to your area?
    Based on 16 responses
    • Be sure to check out the amazing area schools
      44%
    • Get involved in the community
      25%
    • Get to know your neighbors
      13%
    • A lot of blue ribbon schools
      6%
    • Check out schools in district.
      6%
    • It's a small town, everyone knows everyone
      6%
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