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Moving to Bowie, MD
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About Bowie
Bowie is a city in Prince George's County, Maryland, U.S. Per the 2020 census, the population was 58,329. Bowie has grown from a small railroad stop to the largest municipality in Prince George's County; it is also the fifth most populous city and third largest city by area in the U.S.
Home prices in Bowie
The median list in Bowie is $520,000.
Top places in Bowie
- Allen Pond Park — 85-acre signature city park with lake and amphitheater.
- Belair Mansion & Belair Stable Museum — colonial estate museums.
- Bowie Town Center — regional shopping center.
- Bowie State University — Maryland's oldest HBCU.
Commuting from Bowie
- MARC Penn Line at Bowie State (~35–45 minutes to Union Station); nearest Metro: Largo Town Center (Blue/Silver, ~15 minutes).
- US 301, US 50, and Route 197 serve the city.
- Approximate drive to downtown DC: 35–50 minutes (approximate).
Schools in Bowie
Public schools: Prince George's County Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Bowie FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Bowie, MD?
The median list in Bowie is $520,000. Median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Bowie, MD?
MARC Penn Line at Bowie State (~35–45 minutes to Union Station); nearest Metro: Largo Town Center (Blue/Silver, ~15 minutes). - Which school district serves Bowie, MD?
Bowie is served by Prince George's County Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.