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    OverviewWeatherHousingDemographicsJobsPoliticsCrimeTransportationEducationOutdoorsCulture
    1. North Dakota
    2. Bowman County

    Major cities or towns:

    Bowman
    Scranton
    Rhame
    Bowman County, North Dakota is located in the southwestern part of the state, bordering South Dakota. The county has a continental climate with cold, snowy winters and warm, dry summers. The population is around 3,000, with a majority of residents living in the town of Bowman, the county seat. The economy is primarily driven by agriculture, with crops like wheat, corn, and soybeans, as well as ranching. The cost of living is relatively low, and the housing market is affordable, though options may be limited. The public school system serves K-12 students, and there are no higher education institutions within the county. Healthcare is provided by a small hospital and a few clinics, though more specialized services may require travel. Cultural attractions are limited, but the area offers ample outdoor recreation opportunities, including hunting, fishing, and hiking in the nearby badlands. The transportation infrastructure is adequate, with a network of highways and county roads, though public transit options are minimal. Crime rates are generally low, and the community has a small-town, rural character. Overall, Bowman County offers a quiet, affordable lifestyle, but may lack some of the amenities and job opportunities found in larger urban areas.

    Demographics

    Population

    3,024

    Ethnicity %

    White
    96
    Black
    0
    Asian
    unknown
    Hispanic
    6

    Median Age

    unknown

    Density

    1 of 10

    3 / Mile²

    Avg Family Size

    3.0

    Religious

    89%

    Foreign Born

    4%

    Veterans

    6.9%

    Adult Smokers

    19%

    Adult Obesity

    34%

    Uninsured

    12%

    Excessive Drinking

    23%

    Poverty Rate

    11.1%

    Weather

    Sunlight

    4.9 hours winter dailyPartly sunny

    Summer average temp

    86°F

    Winter max temp

    32°F

    Precipitation

    15 in.

    Snowfall (inches)

    29.8 (high)

    Drought risk

    Low

    Earthquake risk

    Very Low

    Wildfire risk

    Very Low

    Tornado risk

    Very Low

    Hurricane risk

    Negligible

    Crime

    Rank: 1.8 of 10

    (crimes per 1,000 people yearly)

    Violent

    1 (0.6)

    Property

    2 (6)

    Assault

    1 (0.3)

    Larceny (theft)

    1 (4)

    Robbery

    (unknown; low population) (0.0)

    Burglary

    2 (1.5)

    Rape

    4 (0.31)

    Auto Theft

    1 (0.3)

    Murder

    (unknown; low population) (0.00)

    Arson

    (unknown; low population) (0.00)

    Driving deaths involving alcohol

    100%

    Politics and Law

    State politics

    Red (Republican)

    Abortion laws

    Legal, no providers

    Marijuana laws

    legal-for-medical-use, decriminalized

    Gun Laws

    No Permits Required

    Democrat

    14%

    Republican

    84%

    State Tax Burden

    7.81%

    Cigarette Tax

    $0.44

    Jobs

    Income (per capita)

    $77,069

    Unemployment

    1.1%

    Employment

    64.6%

    Hours worked

    45.2

    Outdoors

    Natural Amenities

    3.5 / 10

    Water Area

    0.42%

    Near park?

    67%

    Beaches

    Not near the coast

    Mountains

    Not near mountains

    Tree Area

    Unknown

    Housing

    Home Ownership

    63%

    Median Home Price

    $183K

    Average Rent

    $640

    Internet over 25mbps

    100%

    Transportation

    Walkability

    unknown

    Cycling

    unknown

    Public Transit

    unknown

    Major Airport

    >2 hours

    Average Commute Time

    16

    Education

    K-12 Test Scores

    9 of 10  

    (avg: 0.24)

    College graduates

    24%

    Culture

    Arts scene

    unknown

    Food awards per 100k

    unknown