Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Bowie

Affordability in Bowie, MD

Bowie has a median household income of $141,995 and a median asking rent of $2,330 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024). About 16% of Bowie residents rent their homes, making income-based and HUD-assisted housing an important resource for renters in this predominantly owner-occupied city.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Bowie Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 197 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and jurisdiction boundaries.

Of the 5 HUD-assisted properties in Bowie mapped for flood risk, none are located in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Bowie

According to Walk Score, the areas around Bowie's assisted properties score 41 (Car-Dependent) for walkability, 24 (Minimal Transit) for public transit, and 65 for bikeability. Most daily errands and commutes will likely require a car, though biking conditions are relatively favorable.

Schools

Bowie is served by 14 public schools across 1 district, including 11 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high school, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for their specific address.

Cost of Living in Bowie, MD

Bowie is a higher-cost rental market. The median asking rent is $2,330 per month and the median household income is $141,995 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. Affordable and income-based housing can offer a significant cost break for eligible renters in this market.

Only 16% of Bowie residents rent their homes (Census ACS 5-Year), making renter-focused resources like income-restricted housing especially valuable in this predominantly owner-occupied city.

Environment

All 5 assisted properties in Bowie have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a low environmental exposure for renters to be aware of.