Bowleys Quarters, Maryland facts for kids
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Bowleys Quarters, Maryland
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Bowleys Quarters in September 2003, with damage from Hurricane Isabel visible.
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Location of Bowleys Quarters, Maryland
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Maryland |
| County |  Baltimore |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.13 sq mi (15.88 km2) |
| • Land | 3.15 sq mi (8.15 km2) |
| • Water | 2.98 sq mi (7.73 km2) |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 6,853 |
| • Density | 2,179.01/sq mi (841.22/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 24-08800 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0589790 |
Bowleys Quarters is a community in Baltimore County, Maryland, United States. It's known as a census-designated place, which means it's an area that the U.S. Census Bureau defines for gathering population data. In 2010, about 6,755 people lived there.
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History of Bowleys Quarters
How Bowleys Quarters Got Its Name
Bowleys Quarters is named after Daniel Bowley. He was a merchant and sea captain in the mid-1700s. He owned a large amount of land, about 2,000 acres, near Baltimore. This area was once where people who worked for him lived.
From Hunting Ground to Vacation Spot
Later, the area became a special place for hunting waterfowl like ducks. Famous people, including baseball legend Babe Ruth, came here to hunt. Over time, Bowleys Quarters became a popular vacation spot. Many summer homes were built along the water.
Growth and Change in the Community
During the 1920s to the 1950s, many workers moved to Bowleys Quarters. They found jobs at nearby factories. These included the Glenn L. Martin company (now Lockheed Martin) and Bethlehem Steel. When these companies downsized, the community faced tough times. Bowleys Quarters became a mix of different types of homes.
Rebuilding After Hurricane Isabel
In the 1990s, people became more interested in homes near the water. Then, in September 2003, Hurricane Isabel caused a lot of damage. The storm brought major floods to Bowleys Quarters. According to The Baltimore Sun, 210 houses were destroyed. Another 632 homes had major damage.
Despite the damage, this event led to new growth. Many new homes were built, some selling for over $1 million. Today, Bowleys Quarters is a very popular place for waterfront living.
Geography of Bowleys Quarters
Where is Bowleys Quarters Located?
Bowleys Quarters is located in Maryland. Its exact coordinates are 39.321440 degrees North and 76.388212 degrees West.
Land and Water Area
The U.S. Census Bureau says that Bowleys Quarters covers a total area of about 6.1 square miles (15.8 square kilometers). A little more than half of this area is land, about 3.2 square miles (8.1 square kilometers). The rest, about 2.9 square miles (7.7 square kilometers), is water. This means nearly half of the area is covered by water!
Population of Bowleys Quarters
How Many People Live Here?
The population of Bowleys Quarters has grown over the years:
- 1990: 5,595 people
- 2000: 6,314 people
- 2010: 6,755 people
- 2020: 6,853 people
In 2000, there were 6,314 people living in Bowleys Quarters. There were 2,483 households, which are groups of people living together. The average household had about 2.54 people. The average family had about 2.98 people.
Age Groups in the Community
The population in 2000 was spread out by age:
- About 24.6% of people were under 18 years old.
- About 34.0% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 10.3% were 65 years old or older.
The median age was 36 years. This means half the people were younger than 36 and half were older.
See also
In Spanish: Bowleys Quarters (Maryland) para niños
