Buchanan County, IA
Buchanan County Map
Buchanan County Overview
20,631
TOTAL POPULATION
10,340
MALE POPULATION
10,291
FEMALE POPULATION
100.48
MALES / 100 FEMALES
99.53
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,579
PER CAPITA INCOME
$86,875
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$73,493
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
28.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
71.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$8,318
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
10,774
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
67.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Buchanan County
The most populous races in Buchanan County are White / Caucasian (19,955 | 96.7%), Two or more Races (428 | 2.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (382 | 1.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 14 | 0.1% |
| Black / African American | 160 | 0.8% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 19 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 382 | 1.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 36 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 19,955 | 96.7% |
| Two or more Races | 428 | 2.1% |
| Some other Race | 19 | 0.1% |
| Total | 20,631 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Buchanan County
The most populous ancestries reported in Buchanan County are German (7,977 | 38.7%), Irish (2,979 | 14.4%), English (2,133 | 10.3%), American (1,288 | 6.2%), and Norwegian (1,139 | 5.5%), together accounting for 75.2% of all Buchanan County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 135 | 0.6% |
| Albanian | 6 | 0.0% |
| American | 1,288 | 6.2% |
| Apache | 20 | 0.1% |
| Arab | 18 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 15 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 3 | 0.0% |
| British | 13 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 14 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 79 | 0.4% |
| Cherokee | 67 | 0.3% |
| Colombian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Croatian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 278 | 1.3% |
| Czechoslovakian | 38 | 0.2% |
| Danish | 306 | 1.5% |
| Dutch | 435 | 2.1% |
| Eastern European | 19 | 0.1% |
| Ecuadorian | 18 | 0.1% |
| English | 2,133 | 10.3% |
| Estonian | 10 | 0.1% |
| European | 265 | 1.3% |
| Finnish | 17 | 0.1% |
| French | 301 | 1.5% |
| French Canadian | 18 | 0.1% |
| German | 7,977 | 38.7% |
| Greek | 13 | 0.1% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 26 | 0.1% |
| Honduran | 7 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 17 | 0.1% |
| Icelander | 6 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 4 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 2,979 | 14.4% |
| Italian | 319 | 1.5% |
| Jordanian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 24 | 0.1% |
| Laotian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 2 | 0.0% |
| Lithuanian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Luxembourger | 12 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 270 | 1.3% |
| Mexican American Indian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Navajo | 35 | 0.2% |
| Northern European | 11 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 1,139 | 5.5% |
| Pakistani | 4 | 0.0% |
| Panamanian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Pennsylvania German | 225 | 1.1% |
| Polish | 186 | 0.9% |
| Portuguese | 1 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 2 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Salvadoran | 68 | 0.3% |
| Samoan | 1 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian | 25 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 126 | 0.6% |
| Scottish | 278 | 1.3% |
| Sioux | 40 | 0.2% |
| Slovene | 13 | 0.1% |
| South American | 31 | 0.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 135 | 0.6% |
| Swedish | 225 | 1.1% |
| Swiss | 47 | 0.2% |
| Syrian | 14 | 0.1% |
| Tongan | 42 | 0.2% |
| Ukrainian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 87 | 0.4% |
| Yugoslavian | 56 | 0.3% | View All 68 Rows |
Immigrants in Buchanan County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Buchanan County came from Africa (135 | 0.6%), Liberia (129 | 0.6%), Western Africa (129 | 0.6%), Latin America (102 | 0.5%), and Central America (101 | 0.5%), together accounting for 2.9% of all Buchanan County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 135 | 0.6% |
| Asia | 21 | 0.1% |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 31 | 0.2% |
| Canada | 18 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 1 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 101 | 0.5% |
| Eastern Africa | 6 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Europe | 43 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 43 | 0.2% |
| Guatemala | 3 | 0.0% |
| Honduras | 4 | 0.0% |
| India | 7 | 0.0% |
| Indonesia | 4 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 1 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 102 | 0.5% |
| Liberia | 129 | 0.6% |
| Mexico | 90 | 0.4% |
| North Macedonia | 6 | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 1 | 0.0% |
| Panama | 4 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 6 | 0.0% |
| Romania | 6 | 0.0% |
| Somalia | 6 | 0.0% |
| South Central Asia | 7 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 14 | 0.1% |
| Thailand | 4 | 0.0% |
| Western Africa | 129 | 0.6% | View All 27 Rows |
Sex and Age in Buchanan County
Sex and Age in Buchanan County
The most populous age groups in Buchanan County are 10 to 14 Years (932 | 9.0%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (858 | 8.3%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 672 (6.5%) | 653 (6.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 561 (5.4%) | 640 (6.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 932 (9.0%) | 858 (8.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 749 (7.2%) | 698 (6.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 578 (5.6%) | 459 (4.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 523 (5.1%) | 543 (5.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 578 (5.6%) | 604 (5.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 871 (8.4%) | 558 (5.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 501 (4.9%) | 718 (7.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 602 (5.8%) | 523 (5.1%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 580 (5.6%) | 652 (6.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 559 (5.4%) | 723 (7.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 860 (8.3%) | 703 (6.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 589 (5.7%) | 565 (5.5%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 527 (5.1%) | 509 (5.0%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 288 (2.8%) | 384 (3.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 198 (1.9%) | 229 (2.2%) |
| 85 Years and over | 172 (1.7%) | 272 (2.6%) |
| Total | 10,340 (100.0%) | 10,291 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Buchanan County
Median Family Size in Buchanan County
The median family size in Buchanan County is 3.08 persons per family, with married-couple families (4,461 | 81.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.15 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (345 | 6.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.50 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,461 (81.2%) | 3.15 |
| Single Male/Father | 345 (6.3%) | 2.50 |
| Single Female/Mother | 690 (12.6%) | 2.97 |
| Total Families | 5,496 (100.0%) | 3.08 |
Median Household Size in Buchanan County
The median household size in Buchanan County is 2.55 persons per household, with single female/mother households (690 | 8.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.27 persons per household. non-family households (2,524 | 31.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,461 (55.6%) | 3.16 |
| Single Male/Father | 345 (4.3%) | 3.08 |
| Single Female/Mother | 690 (8.6%) | 3.27 |
| Non-family | 2,524 (31.5%) | 1.19 |
| Total Households | 8,020 (100.0%) | 2.55 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Buchanan County
Out of a total of 8,020 households in Buchanan County, 5,496 (68.5%) are family households, while 2,524 (31.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,841, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,184.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,184 (27.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,841 (35.4%) | 320 (4.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,056 (13.2%) | 20 (0.3%) |
| 4-Person Households | 840 (10.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 416 (5.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 262 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 81 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,496 (68.5%) | 2,524 (31.5%) |
Female Fertility in Buchanan County
Fertility by Age in Buchanan County
Average fertility rate in Buchanan County is 67.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 160.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 89.5% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 9 (3.1%) | 13.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 257 (89.5%) | 160.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 21 (7.3%) | 11.0 |
| Total | 287 (100.0%) | 67.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Buchanan County
67.9% of women with births (287) in Buchanan County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 174 (67.7%) | 83 (32.3%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 195 (67.9%) | 92 (32.1%) |
Fertility by Education in Buchanan County
Average fertility rate in Buchanan County is 67.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 97.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 44.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 27.5% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 60 (20.9%) | 77.0 |
| High School Diploma | 79 (27.5%) | 97.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 79 (27.5%) | 54.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 36 (12.5%) | 44.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 33 (11.5%) | 88.0 |
| Total | 287 (100.0%) | 67.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Buchanan County
32.1% of women with births in Buchanan County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 79.7% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 51 (85.0%) | 9 (15.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 16 (20.3%) | 63 (79.7%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 60 (75.9%) | 19 (24.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 35 (97.2%) | 1 (2.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 33 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 195 (67.9%) | 92 (32.1%) |
Income in Buchanan County
Income Overview in Buchanan County
Per Capita Income in Buchanan County is $34,579, while median incomes of families and households are $86,875 and $73,493 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 20,631 | $34,579 |
| Median Family Income | 5,496 | $86,875 |
| Mean Family Income | 5,496 | $102,082 |
| Median Household Income | 8,020 | $73,493 |
| Mean Household Income | 8,020 | $86,635 |
| Income Deficit | 5,496 | $8,318 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 20,631 | 28.53% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 20,631 | 71.47¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 20,631 | 0.40 |
Earnings by Sex in Buchanan County
Average Earnings in Buchanan County are $38,856, $46,669 for men and $33,353 for women, a difference of 28.5%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 5,977 (52.2%) | $46,669 |
| Female | 5,463 (47.7%) | $33,353 |
| Total | 11,440 (100.0%) | $38,856 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Buchanan County
The most common earnings brackets in Buchanan County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (692 | 11.6%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (488 | 8.9%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 260 (4.3%) | 393 (7.2%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 165 (2.8%) | 283 (5.2%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 180 (3.0%) | 193 (3.5%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 89 (1.5%) | 107 (2.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 107 (1.8%) | 298 (5.4%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 143 (2.4%) | 164 (3.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 217 (3.6%) | 158 (2.9%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 68 (1.1%) | 121 (2.2%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 89 (1.5%) | 178 (3.3%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 179 (3.0%) | 242 (4.4%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 290 (4.9%) | 346 (6.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 392 (6.6%) | 402 (7.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 346 (5.8%) | 488 (8.9%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 346 (5.8%) | 308 (5.6%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 349 (5.8%) | 335 (6.1%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 265 (4.4%) | 219 (4.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 692 (11.6%) | 385 (7.0%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 554 (9.3%) | 291 (5.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 618 (10.3%) | 412 (7.5%) |
| $100,000+ | 628 (10.5%) | 140 (2.6%) |
| Total | 5,977 (100.0%) | 5,463 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Buchanan County
Average earnings in Buchanan County are $52,555 for men and $36,793 for women, a difference of 30.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $87,750, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $48,270. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $58,438, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $22,692.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $48,300 | $22,692 |
| High School Diploma | $48,270 | $30,694 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $51,673 | $32,422 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $64,423 | $49,692 |
| Graduate Degree | $87,750 | $58,438 |
| Total | $52,555 | $36,793 |
Family Income in Buchanan County
Family Income Brackets in Buchanan County
According to the Buchanan County family income data, there are 1,440 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.2% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 33 families (0.6%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 110 | 2.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 33 | 0.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 214 | 3.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 247 | 4.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 517 | 9.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,000 | 18.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,099 | 20.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,440 | 26.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 517 | 9.4% |
| $200,000+ | 313 | 5.7% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Buchanan County
5-person families (376 | 6.8%) account for the highest median family income in Buchanan County with $108,173 per family, while 2-person families (3,036 | 55.2%) have the highest median income of $40,916 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,036 (55.2%) | $81,833 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,044 (19.0%) | $90,625 |
| 4-Person Families | 713 (13.0%) | $97,574 |
| 5-Person Families | 376 (6.8%) | $108,173 |
| 6-Person Families | 253 (4.6%) | $100,850 |
| 7+ Person Families | 74 (1.3%) | $105,167 |
| Total | 5,496 (100.0%) | $86,875 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Buchanan County
The median family income in Buchanan County is $86,875, with families comprising 3+ earners (666) having the highest median family income of $114,857, while families with no earners (791) have the lowest median family income of $57,292, accounting for 12.1% and 14.4% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 791 (14.4%) | $57,292 |
| 1 Earner | 1,426 (26.0%) | $61,600 |
| 2 Earners | 2,613 (47.5%) | $99,674 |
| 3+ Earners | 666 (12.1%) | $114,857 |
| Total | 5,496 (100.0%) | $86,875 |
Household Income in Buchanan County
Household Income Brackets in Buchanan County
With 1,668 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Buchanan County, accounting for 20.8% of all households. In contrast, only 257 households (3.2%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 265 | 3.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 257 | 3.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 674 | 8.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 602 | 7.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 890 | 11.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,420 | 17.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,339 | 16.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,668 | 20.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 569 | 7.1% |
| $200,000+ | 345 | 4.3% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Buchanan County
The median household income in Buchanan County is $73,493, with the highest median household income of $86,327 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,938 households (36.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $47,482, with 2,285 households (28.5%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 226 (2.8%) | $59,083 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,571 (32.1%) | $79,869 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,938 (36.6%) | $86,327 |
| 65+ Years | 2,285 (28.5%) | $47,482 |
| Total | 8,020 (100.0%) | $73,493 |
Poverty in Buchanan County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Buchanan County
With 7.1% poverty level for males and 10.2% for females among the residents of Buchanan County, 12 to 14 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 86 males (17.0%) and 25 females (35.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 60 (8.9%) | 91 (13.9%) |
| 5 Years | 7 (5.3%) | 25 (35.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 58 (6.8%) | 94 (10.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 86 (17.0%) | 16 (3.1%) |
| 15 Years | 1 (0.6%) | 17 (16.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 34 (11.1%) | 18 (4.6%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 47 (5.6%) | 86 (13.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 104 (9.6%) | 155 (13.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 81 (5.9%) | 100 (7.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 66 (5.6%) | 158 (13.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 79 (5.6%) | 95 (6.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 73 (6.6%) | 100 (9.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 31 (4.8%) | 82 (10.2%) |
| Total | 727 (7.1%) | 1,037 (10.2%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Buchanan County
According to the poverty statistics in Buchanan County, males aged 15 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 99.4% of males and 96.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 611 (91.1%) | 562 (86.1%) |
| 5 Years | 124 (94.7%) | 45 (64.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 793 (93.2%) | 809 (89.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 420 (83.0%) | 497 (96.9%) |
| 15 Years | 177 (99.4%) | 86 (83.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 273 (88.9%) | 375 (95.4%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 786 (94.4%) | 572 (86.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 981 (90.4%) | 991 (86.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,280 (94.1%) | 1,175 (92.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,113 (94.4%) | 1,017 (86.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,329 (94.4%) | 1,320 (93.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,033 (93.4%) | 967 (90.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 620 (95.2%) | 722 (89.8%) |
| Total | 9,540 (92.9%) | 9,138 (89.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Buchanan County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Buchanan County show that 2.1% or 96 of the total 4,461 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 5.6%, comprising of 29 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,682 (97.9%) | 58 (2.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,132 (99.2%) | 9 (0.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 486 (94.4%) | 29 (5.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 65 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,365 (97.9%) | 96 (2.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Buchanan County
According to the poverty data in Buchanan County, 17.7% or 61 single-father households and 26.5% or 183 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 28 households (31.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 40 households (57.1%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 28 (31.8%) | 7 (4.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 33 (13.8%) | 136 (28.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (57.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 61 (17.7%) | 183 (26.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Buchanan County
The poverty data for Buchanan County shows that 96 of the married-couple family households (2.1%) and 244 of the single-parent households (23.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 29 households (5.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 40 household (46.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 58 (2.1%) | 35 (15.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 9 (0.8%) | 169 (23.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 29 (5.6%) | 40 (46.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 96 (2.1%) | 244 (23.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Buchanan County
Employment by Class of Employer in Buchanan County
Among the 10,291 employed individuals in Buchanan County, private company employees (6,922 | 67.3%), self-employed (not incorporated) (966 | 9.4%), and local government employees (893 | 8.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 6,922 | 67.3% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 506 | 4.9% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 966 | 9.4% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 570 | 5.5% |
| Local Government Employees | 893 | 8.7% |
| State Government Employees | 380 | 3.7% |
| Federal Government Employees | 42 | 0.4% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 12 | 0.1% |
| Total | 10,291 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Buchanan County
According to the labor force statistics for Buchanan County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (16,033), 67.2% or 10,774 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.0% or 323 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 89.6% or 2,373 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 9.4% or 53 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 563 (48.3%) | 53 (9.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 922 (88.9%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 950 (89.1%) | 55 (5.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 970 (82.1%) | 70 (7.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,373 (89.6%) | 28 (1.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,086 (88.5%) | 63 (3.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,088 (84.9%) | 18 (1.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,114 (71.3%) | 27 (2.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 604 (27.6%) | 9 (1.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 96 (6.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10,774 (67.2%) | 323 (3.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Buchanan County
According to labor force statistics for Buchanan County, 85.0% of individuals (8,583) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (10,098) are in the labor force, with 3.0% or 257 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 91.6% or 2,211 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.1% or 35 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 385 (61.8%) | 57 (9.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,626 (82.2%) | 83 (2.6%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 3,360 (86.9%) | 143 (3.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,211 (91.6%) | 36 (1.5%) |
| Total | 8,583 (85.0%) | 303 (3.0%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Buchanan County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Buchanan County are Management (1,125 | 10.8%), Community & Social Service (891 | 8.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (637 | 6.1%), Education Instruction & Library (597 | 5.7%), and Health Technologists (458 | 4.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Buchanan County, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (93.3%), Architecture & Engineering (88.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (71.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (90.7%), Health Technologists (89.7%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (84.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 792 (70.4%) | 333 (29.6%) |
| Business & Financial | 174 (39.8%) | 263 (60.2%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 192 (71.4%) | 77 (28.6%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 83 (56.9%) | 63 (43.1%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 95 (88.0%) | 13 (12.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 14 (93.3%) | 1 (6.7%) |
| Community & Social Service | 222 (24.9%) | 669 (75.1%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 43 (35.8%) | 77 (64.2%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 28 (44.4%) | 35 (55.6%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 134 (22.5%) | 463 (77.5%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 17 (15.3%) | 94 (84.7%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 59 (9.3%) | 578 (90.7%) |
| Health Technologists | 47 (10.3%) | 411 (89.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,439 (42.8%) | 1,920 (57.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,519 (52.8%) | 4,924 (47.1%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Buchanan County are Food Preparation & Serving (434 | 4.2%), Healthcare Support (401 | 3.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (352 | 3.4%), Personal Care & Service (294 | 2.8%), and Security & Protection (222 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Buchanan County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (90.0%), Security & Protection (80.2%), and Law Enforcement (75.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (88.3%), Personal Care & Service (80.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (66.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 47 (11.7%) | 354 (88.3%) |
| Security & Protection | 178 (80.2%) | 44 (19.8%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 63 (90.0%) | 7 (10.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 115 (75.7%) | 37 (24.3%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 144 (33.2%) | 290 (66.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 149 (42.3%) | 203 (57.7%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 57 (19.4%) | 237 (80.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 575 (33.8%) | 1,128 (66.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,519 (52.8%) | 4,924 (47.1%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Buchanan County are Office & Administration (1,013 | 9.7%), and Sales & Related (886 | 8.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 373 (42.1%) | 513 (57.9%) |
| Office & Administration | 190 (18.8%) | 823 (81.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 563 (29.6%) | 1,336 (70.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,519 (52.8%) | 4,924 (47.1%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Buchanan County are Construction & Extraction (664 | 6.4%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (392 | 3.7%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (171 | 1.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 137 (80.1%) | 34 (19.9%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 662 (99.7%) | 2 (0.3%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 383 (97.7%) | 9 (2.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,182 (96.3%) | 45 (3.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,519 (52.8%) | 4,924 (47.1%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Buchanan County are Production (1,249 | 12.0%), Transportation (531 | 5.1%), and Material Moving (475 | 4.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 952 (76.2%) | 297 (23.8%) |
| Transportation | 505 (95.1%) | 26 (4.9%) |
| Material Moving | 303 (63.8%) | 172 (36.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,760 (78.0%) | 495 (22.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,519 (52.8%) | 4,924 (47.1%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Buchanan County
Employment Industries in Buchanan County
The major employment industries in Buchanan County include Manufacturing (1,888 | 18.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,480 | 14.2%), Retail Trade (1,226 | 11.7%), Educational Services (986 | 9.4%), and Construction (818 | 7.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Buchanan County
The Buchanan County industries that see more men than women are Construction (89.2%), Transportation & Warehousing (84.0%), and Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (80.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (95.8%), and Information (94.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 612 (75.9%) | 194 (24.1%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 12 (80.0%) | 3 (20.0%) |
| Construction | 730 (89.2%) | 88 (10.8%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,444 (76.5%) | 444 (23.5%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 141 (53.2%) | 124 (46.8%) |
| Retail Trade | 614 (50.1%) | 612 (49.9%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 331 (84.0%) | 63 (16.0%) |
| Utilities | 145 (78.0%) | 41 (22.0%) |
| Information | 4 (5.8%) | 65 (94.2%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 111 (26.8%) | 303 (73.2%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 2 (4.2%) | 46 (95.8%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 141 (37.6%) | 234 (62.4%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 100 (55.6%) | 80 (44.4%) |
| Educational Services | 354 (35.9%) | 632 (64.1%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 205 (13.9%) | 1,275 (86.2%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 27 (49.1%) | 28 (50.9%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 94 (25.3%) | 278 (74.7%) |
| Public Administration | 259 (67.1%) | 127 (32.9%) |
| Total | 5,519 (52.8%) | 4,924 (47.1%) |
Education in Buchanan County
School Enrollment in Buchanan County
The most common levels of schooling among the 4,908 students in Buchanan County are middle school (1,426 | 29.0%), high school (1,235 | 25.2%), and elementary school (1,080 | 22.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 332 | 6.8% |
| Kindergarten | 256 | 5.2% |
| Elementary School | 1,080 | 22.0% |
| Middle School | 1,426 | 29.0% |
| High School | 1,235 | 25.2% |
| College / Undergraduate | 521 | 10.6% |
| Graduate / Professional | 58 | 1.2% |
| Total | 4,908 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Buchanan County
Out of a total of 4,908 students who are enrolled in schools in Buchanan County, 501 (10.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,407 (89.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 56 (30.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 907 (96.2% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 215 (91.5%) | 20 (8.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,057 (88.2%) | 142 (11.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,579 (91.1%) | 154 (8.9%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 907 (96.2%) | 36 (3.8%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 222 (82.5%) | 47 (17.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 130 (69.9%) | 56 (30.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 112 (91.8%) | 10 (8.2%) |
| 35 Years and over | 183 (82.8%) | 38 (17.2%) |
| Total | 4,407 (89.8%) | 501 (10.2%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Buchanan County
Education (666 | 21.5%), business (525 | 16.9%), science & technology (440 | 14.2%), bio, nature & agricultural (368 | 11.9%), and arts & humanities (218 | 7.0%) are the most common fields of study among 3,102 individuals in Buchanan County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 64 | 2.1% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 368 | 11.9% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 17 | 0.5% |
| Psychology | 138 | 4.4% |
| Social Sciences | 167 | 5.4% |
| Engineering | 176 | 5.7% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 21 | 0.7% |
| Science & Technology | 440 | 14.2% |
| Business | 525 | 16.9% |
| Education | 666 | 21.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 43 | 1.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 96 | 3.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 79 | 2.5% |
| Communications | 84 | 2.7% |
| Arts & Humanities | 218 | 7.0% |
| Total | 3,102 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Buchanan County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Buchanan County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Buchanan County are males with 2 vehicles (1,716, accounting for 31.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,628, making up 35.3%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 222 (4.1%) | 189 (3.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 661 (12.2%) | 521 (10.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,716 (31.7%) | 1,628 (33.5%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,640 (30.3%) | 1,442 (29.6%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 752 (13.9%) | 705 (14.5%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 426 (7.9%) | 378 (7.8%) |
| Total | 5,417 (100.0%) | 4,863 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Buchanan County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Buchanan County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,533 commuters, 16.4%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,194 commuters, 12.7%), and 15 to 19 minutes (1,161 commuters, 12.4%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 958 | 10.2% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,533 | 16.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,194 | 12.7% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,161 | 12.4% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 932 | 9.9% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 972 | 10.4% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 843 | 9.0% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 254 | 2.7% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 385 | 4.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 650 | 6.9% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 335 | 3.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 161 | 1.7% |
Commute Time by Sex in Buchanan County
The most common commute times in Buchanan County are 5 to 9 minutes (772 commuters, 15.5%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (761 commuters, 17.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 551 (11.1%) | 407 (9.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 772 (15.5%) | 761 (17.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 639 (12.8%) | 555 (12.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 640 (12.9%) | 521 (11.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 416 (8.4%) | 516 (11.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 595 (11.9%) | 377 (8.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 440 (8.8%) | 403 (9.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 159 (3.2%) | 95 (2.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 159 (3.2%) | 226 (5.1%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 375 (7.5%) | 275 (6.3%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 164 (3.3%) | 171 (3.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 72 (1.5%) | 89 (2.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Buchanan County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Buchanan County are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (643, 12.9%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (785, 17.9%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 492 (9.9%) | 174 (4.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 351 (7.0%) | 262 (6.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 643 (12.9%) | 393 (8.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 529 (10.6%) | 259 (5.9%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 606 (12.2%) | 293 (6.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 566 (11.4%) | 785 (17.9%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 464 (9.3%) | 619 (14.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 290 (5.8%) | 506 (11.5%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 79 (1.6%) | 153 (3.5%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 104 (2.1%) | 217 (4.9%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 38 (0.8%) | 85 (1.9%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 72 (1.5%) | 28 (0.6%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 360 (7.2%) | 315 (7.2%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 388 (7.8%) | 307 (7.0%) |
| Total | 4,982 (100.0%) | 4,396 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Buchanan County
Occupancy by Ownership in Buchanan County
Of the total 8,020 dwellings in Buchanan County, owner-occupied units account for 6,468 (80.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,552 (19.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 6,468 | 80.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,552 | 19.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 8,020 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Buchanan County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,184 | 27.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 3,161 | 39.4% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,076 | 13.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,599 | 19.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 8,020 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Buchanan County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,398 (64.0%) | 786 (36.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,784 (88.1%) | 377 (11.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 902 (83.8%) | 174 (16.2%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,384 (86.6%) | 215 (13.5%) |
| Total Housing Units | 6,468 (80.6%) | 1,552 (19.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Buchanan County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 307 (82.1%) | 67 (17.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,196 (75.5%) | 712 (24.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,352 (80.1%) | 583 (19.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,613 (89.5%) | 190 (10.5%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Buchanan County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,368 | 17.1% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,429 | 17.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,309 | 16.3% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,629 | 20.3% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,313 | 16.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 723 | 9.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 249 | 3.1% |
| Total | 8,020 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Buchanan County
Median Income by Occupancy in Buchanan County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 6,468 (80.6%) | $83,041 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,552 (19.4%) | $39,231 |
| Average | 8,020 (100.0%) | $73,493 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Buchanan County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 115 (1.8%) | 25 (1.6%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 45 (0.7%) | 78 (5.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 88 (1.4%) | 168 (10.8%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 200 (3.1%) | 114 (7.3%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 213 (3.3%) | 144 (9.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 393 (6.1%) | 206 (13.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 664 (10.3%) | 226 (14.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,178 (18.2%) | 238 (15.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,162 (18.0%) | 180 (11.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,531 (23.7%) | 140 (9.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 879 (13.6%) | 33 (2.1%) |
| Total | 6,468 (100.0%) | 1,552 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Buchanan County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 296 (4.6%) | 7 (0.4%) |
| $300 to $499 | 920 (14.2%) | 188 (12.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,607 (24.8%) | 509 (32.8%) |
| $800 to $999 | 826 (12.8%) | 331 (21.3%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,462 (22.6%) | 295 (19.0%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 870 (13.5%) | 13 (0.8%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 267 (4.1%) | 11 (0.7%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 112 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 108 (1.7%) | 10 (0.6%) |
| Total | 6,468 (100.0%) | 1,552 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Buchanan County
Housing Structures in Buchanan County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,695 | 83.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 166 | 2.1% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 206 | 2.6% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 335 | 4.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 80 | 1.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 161 | 2.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 377 | 4.7% |
| Total | 8,020 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Buchanan County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,025 (90.0%) | 670 (10.0%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 105 (63.2%) | 61 (36.7%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 24 (11.7%) | 182 (88.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 11 (3.3%) | 324 (96.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 4 (5.0%) | 76 (95.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 24 (14.9%) | 137 (85.1%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 275 (72.9%) | 102 (27.1%) |
| Total | 6,468 (80.6%) | 1,552 (19.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Buchanan County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 6 (0.1%) | 75 (4.8%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 110 (1.7%) | 186 (12.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,441 (22.3%) | 834 (53.7%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,514 (38.9%) | 341 (22.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,397 (37.1%) | 116 (7.5%) |
| Total | 6,468 (100.0%) | 1,552 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Buchanan County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 3,487 (53.9%) | 778 (50.1%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,513 (23.4%) | 209 (13.5%) |
| Electricity | 1,136 (17.6%) | 529 (34.1%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 35 (0.5%) | 6 (0.4%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 245 (3.8%) | 13 (0.8%) |
| No Fuel Used | 52 (0.8%) | 17 (1.1%) |
| Total | 6,468 (100.0%) | 1,552 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Buchanan County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 227 (3.5%) | 271 (17.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,059 (16.4%) | 694 (44.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,433 (37.6%) | 321 (20.7%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,749 (42.5%) | 266 (17.1%) |
| Total | 6,468 (100.0%) | 1,552 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Buchanan County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Buchanan County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,917 | 3,551 |
| Median Property Value | $156,700 | $171,700 |
| Median Household Income | $64,929 | $464 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $544 | $108 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,153 | $42 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Buchanan County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 389 (13.3%) | 168 (4.7%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 430 (14.7%) | 414 (11.7%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,768 (60.6%) | 2,202 (62.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 281 (9.6%) | 614 (17.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 17 (0.6%) | 110 (3.1%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 26 (0.9%) | 19 (0.5%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 6 (0.2%) | 24 (0.7%) |
| Total | 2,917 (100.0%) | 3,551 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Buchanan County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 132 (4.5%) | 59 (1.7%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 296 (10.2%) | 28 (0.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 258 (8.8%) | 205 (5.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 377 (12.9%) | 135 (3.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 556 (19.1%) | 287 (8.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 386 (13.2%) | 622 (17.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 497 (17.0%) | 776 (21.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 415 (14.2%) | 1,034 (29.1%) |
| Total | 2,917 (100.0%) | 3,551 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Buchanan County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,384 (47.4%) | 89,007 (2,506.5%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 525 (18.0%) | 1,646 (46.4%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 293 (10.0%) | 900 (25.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 682 (23.4%) | 443 (12.5%) |
| Total | 2,917 (100.0%) | 3,551 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Buchanan County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 547 (18.8%) | 6 (0.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 342 (11.7%) | 190 (5.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,940 (66.5%) | 713 (20.1%) |
| Total | 2,917 (100.0%) | 3,551 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Buchanan County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Buchanan County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,317 (86.3%) | 209 (13.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,696 (92.1%) | 315 (7.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,297 (91.3%) | 123 (8.7%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,839 (89.5%) | 216 (10.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,397 (90.9%) | 239 (9.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,288 (97.2%) | 66 (2.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,735 (96.9%) | 88 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,130 (98.0%) | 43 (2.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,442 (99.1%) | 13 (0.9%) |
| Total | 19,141 (93.6%) | 1,312 (6.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Buchanan County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,317 (86.3%) | 209 (13.7%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,696 (92.1%) | 315 (7.9%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,297 (91.3%) | 123 (8.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Buchanan County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,556 (93.1%) | 116 (6.9%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,549 (94.2%) | 157 (5.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,285 (91.8%) | 292 (8.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,780 (93.0%) | 284 (7.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 7,941 (94.5%) | 462 (5.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Buchanan County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 542 (35.5%) | 934 (61.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,173 (29.2%) | 2,893 (72.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 285 (20.1%) | 1,113 (78.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 424 (20.6%) | 1,518 (73.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 402 (15.2%) | 2,157 (81.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 473 (20.1%) | 1,921 (81.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 420 (14.9%) | 2,470 (87.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,083 (95.9%) | 1,208 (55.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,442 (99.1%) | 868 (59.7%) |
| Total | 7,244 (35.4%) | 15,082 (73.7%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Buchanan County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.3%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 72 (3.6%) | 77 (3.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 169 (8.8%) | 136 (7.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 505 (12.8%) | 365 (9.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 309 (27.9%) | 234 (21.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 324 (49.8%) | 370 (46.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Buchanan County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.3%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 14 (0.7%) | 11 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 183 (4.6%) | 100 (2.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 180 (16.3%) | 96 (9.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 248 (38.1%) | 185 (23.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 3 (0.2%) | 14 (0.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 40 (2.1%) | 13 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 55 (1.4%) | 50 (1.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 74 (6.7%) | 46 (4.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 77 (11.8%) | 83 (10.3%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 69 (3.5%) | 76 (3.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 133 (6.9%) | 101 (5.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 151 (3.8%) | 118 (3.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 76 (6.9%) | 37 (3.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 71 (10.9%) | 56 (7.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 17 (0.9%) | 29 (1.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 12 (0.6%) | 37 (2.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 210 (5.3%) | 125 (3.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 170 (15.4%) | 147 (13.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 136 (20.9%) | 217 (27.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 35 (1.8%) | 13 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 16 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 69 (1.8%) | 43 (1.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 64 (5.8%) | 23 (2.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 40 (6.1%) | 47 (5.9%) |
Technology Access in Buchanan County
Computing Device Access in Buchanan County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 6,060 | 75.6% |
| Smartphone | 6,768 | 84.4% |
| Tablet | 4,745 | 59.2% |
| No Computing Device | 714 | 8.9% |
| Total | 8,020 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Buchanan County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 44 | 0.5% |
| Broadband Home | 5,245 | 65.4% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,133 | 14.1% |
| Satellite Internet | 575 | 7.2% |
| No Internet | 1,159 | 14.4% |
| Total | 8,020 | 100.0% |
Buchanan County Summary
Buchanan County, Iowa is located in the northeastern corner of the state and is part of the Waterloo-Cedar Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area. The county was established in 1837 and named after James Buchanan, the 15th President of the United States. As of the 2010 census, the population was 20,958, making it the fourth least populous county in Iowa.
Geography
Buchanan County is located in the northeastern corner of Iowa and is bordered by Black Hawk County to the north, Fayette County to the east, Delaware County to the south, and Benton County to the west. The county covers an area of 576 square miles and is mostly rural, with only two incorporated cities, Independence and Quasqueton. The county is located in the Driftless Area, a region of the Midwest that was not glaciated during the last ice age. As a result, the county is characterized by rolling hills, deep valleys, and numerous streams and rivers. The Wapsipinicon River flows through the county, and the Cedar River forms the western border.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 20,958 people, 8,093 households, and 5,619 families residing in the county. The population density was 36.4 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.3% White, 0.4% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $45,945 and the median income for a family was $54,945. The per capita income for the county was $21,945. About 6.2% of families and 8.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
Buchanan County is largely rural and agricultural. The county is home to several large farms, including the largest dairy farm in Iowa. The county is also home to several small businesses, including a number of manufacturing companies. The county is also home to a number of tourist attractions, including the historic Independence Depot and the Quasqueton Historic District.
The county is served by two major highways, U.S. Route 20 and Iowa Highway 150. The county is also served by the Cedar Valley Regional Airport, which is located in nearby Waterloo.
History
Buchanan County was established in 1837 and named after James Buchanan, the 15th President of the United States. The county was originally part of Black Hawk County, but was split off in 1837. The county was largely rural and agricultural until the late 19th century, when the railroad arrived and the county began to industrialize. The county experienced a period of rapid growth in the early 20th century, and the population peaked in 1950. Since then, the population has declined slightly, but the county remains largely rural and agricultural.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Buchanan County?
Total Population of Buchanan County is 20,631.
What is the Total Male Population of Buchanan County?
Total Male Population of Buchanan County is 10,340.
What is the Total Female Population of Buchanan County?
Total Female Population of Buchanan County is 10,291.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Buchanan County?
There are 100.48 Males per 100 Females in Buchanan County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Buchanan County?
There are 99.53 Females per 100 Males in Buchanan County.
What is the Median Population Age in Buchanan County?
Median Population Age in Buchanan County is 39.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Buchanan County
Average Family Size in Buchanan County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Buchanan County
Average Household Size in Buchanan County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Buchanan County?
Per Capita income in Buchanan County is $34,579.
What is the Median Family Income in Buchanan County?
Median Family Income in Buchanan County is $86,875.
What is the Median Household income in Buchanan County?
Median Household Income in Buchanan County is $73,493.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Buchanan County?
Income or Wage Gap in Buchanan County is 28.5%.
Women in Buchanan County earn 71.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Buchanan County?
Family Income Deficit in Buchanan County is $8,318.
Families that are below poverty line in Buchanan County earn $8,318 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Buchanan County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Buchanan County is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Buchanan County?
There are 10,774 People in the Labor Forcein in Buchanan County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Buchanan County?
67.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Buchanan County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Buchanan County?
Unemployment Rate in Buchanan County is 3.0%.