Bowie, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
5,617 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,299 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$182,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$574 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$917 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Montague County
3
Texas
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Montague County
3
Texas
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 42
Feb 2 0 45
Mar 3 0 54
Apr 3 0 62
May 5 0 71
Jun 4 0 79
Jul 2 0 83
Aug 2 0 83
Sep 3 0 75
Oct 4 0 65
Nov 2 0 53
Dec 2 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 21% of residents leaning left and 77% leaning right.

Liberal (21%) (77%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 87%
Hillary Clinton 11%
Other 2%

Schools

Bowie Jh
<1 miles, E 1.9 star
Bowie Int
<1 miles, E 1.9 star
Bowie Hs
<1 miles, SW 4.1 star
Gold Burg School
9 miles, N 2.8 star

Colleges

North Central Texas College
39 miles, E 1.9 star
Midwestern State University
44 miles, NW 2.3 star
University of North Texas
47 miles, SE 2.8 star
Texas Woman's University
47 miles, SE 2.8 star

Hospitals

Nocona General Hospital
17 miles, NE 3.2 star
Wise Regional Health System
28 miles, S 2.3 star

Airports

Dallas Love Field
76 miles, SE 3.7 star