Economy & Jobs — Bowling Green, Missouri
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $53,295 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$58,900 |
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| Per Capita Income | $22,752 |
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| Poverty Rate | 25.8% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 6.3% |
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| In Labor Force | 1,558 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Retail | 18.3% |
| Education Healthcare | 16.5% |
| Public Admin | 14.6% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Fast Food | 14 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 13 |
| Insurance Agencies | 10 |
| Commercial Banks | 9 |
| Gas Stations | 8 |
| General Merchandise | 6 |
| Physician Offices | 5 |
| Auto Repair | 4 |
| Accounting Firms | 4 |
| Hotels Motels | 4 |
| Florists | 3 |
| Golf Courses Country Clubs | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
