Humboldt County, IA
Humboldt County Map
Humboldt County Overview
9,606
TOTAL POPULATION
4,857
MALE POPULATION
4,749
FEMALE POPULATION
102.27
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.78
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.9
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$35,837
PER CAPITA INCOME
$81,036
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$66,617
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
35.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
64.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$13,131
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,841
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Humboldt County Area Codes
Race in Humboldt County
The most populous races in Humboldt County are White / Caucasian (9,024 | 93.9%), Hispanic or Latino (485 | 5.1%), and Two or more Races (340 | 3.5%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 67 | 0.7% |
| Black / African American | 36 | 0.4% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 70 | 0.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 485 | 5.1% |
| Native / Alaskan | 16 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 9,024 | 93.9% |
| Two or more Races | 340 | 3.5% |
| Some other Race | 53 | 0.5% |
| Total | 9,606 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Humboldt County
The most populous ancestries reported in Humboldt County are German (3,162 | 32.9%), Norwegian (1,413 | 14.7%), Irish (1,311 | 13.7%), English (657 | 6.8%), and American (409 | 4.3%), together accounting for 72.4% of all Humboldt County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 6 | 0.1% |
| American | 409 | 4.3% |
| Austrian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Blackfeet | 1 | 0.0% |
| British | 3 | 0.0% |
| Burmese | 31 | 0.3% |
| Canadian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 205 | 2.1% |
| Central American Indian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 3 | 0.0% |
| Chickasaw | 1 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 51 | 0.5% |
| Czech | 94 | 1.0% |
| Danish | 353 | 3.7% |
| Dutch | 155 | 1.6% |
| Eastern European | 8 | 0.1% |
| English | 657 | 6.8% |
| European | 98 | 1.0% |
| French | 104 | 1.1% |
| French Canadian | 11 | 0.1% |
| German | 3,162 | 32.9% |
| Guatemalan | 99 | 1.0% |
| Honduran | 16 | 0.2% |
| Hungarian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 10 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 1,311 | 13.7% |
| Italian | 46 | 0.5% |
| Korean | 12 | 0.1% |
| Lithuanian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Luxembourger | 42 | 0.4% |
| Malaysian | 18 | 0.2% |
| Marshallese | 70 | 0.7% |
| Mexican | 229 | 2.4% |
| Mexican American Indian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Native Hawaiian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Navajo | 1 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 1,413 | 14.7% |
| Osage | 1 | 0.0% |
| Pennsylvania German | 4 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 114 | 1.2% |
| Romanian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 18 | 0.2% |
| Salvadoran | 90 | 0.9% |
| Scandinavian | 50 | 0.5% |
| Scotch-Irish | 8 | 0.1% |
| Scottish | 104 | 1.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 7 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 6 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 226 | 2.4% |
| Swiss | 39 | 0.4% |
| Thai | 9 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 56 | 0.6% | View All 53 Rows |
Immigrants in Humboldt County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Humboldt County came from Latin America (179 | 1.9%), Central America (177 | 1.8%), Mexico (93 | 1.0%), Guatemala (52 | 0.5%), and Micronesia (51 | 0.5%), together accounting for 5.7% of all Humboldt County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 7 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 37 | 0.4% |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 6 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 2 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 177 | 1.8% |
| Cuba | 2 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 4 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Europe | 8 | 0.1% |
| El Salvador | 22 | 0.2% |
| England | 1 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 13 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 4 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 52 | 0.5% |
| Honduras | 10 | 0.1% |
| Kenya | 4 | 0.0% |
| Laos | 15 | 0.2% |
| Latin America | 179 | 1.9% |
| Mexico | 93 | 1.0% |
| Micronesia | 51 | 0.5% |
| Northern Europe | 1 | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 51 | 0.5% |
| Philippines | 5 | 0.1% |
| Romania | 2 | 0.0% |
| South Central Asia | 17 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 20 | 0.2% |
| Sri Lanka | 17 | 0.2% |
| Western Africa | 3 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 4 | 0.0% | View All 28 Rows |
Sex and Age in Humboldt County
Sex and Age in Humboldt County
The most populous age groups in Humboldt County are 10 to 14 Years (447 | 9.2%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (409 | 8.6%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 287 (5.9%) | 274 (5.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 248 (5.1%) | 389 (8.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 447 (9.2%) | 222 (4.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 287 (5.9%) | 300 (6.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 271 (5.6%) | 229 (4.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 262 (5.4%) | 207 (4.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 254 (5.2%) | 273 (5.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 301 (6.2%) | 298 (6.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 313 (6.4%) | 238 (5.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 247 (5.1%) | 231 (4.9%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 253 (5.2%) | 247 (5.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 374 (7.7%) | 332 (7.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 378 (7.8%) | 409 (8.6%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 325 (6.7%) | 313 (6.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 218 (4.5%) | 216 (4.5%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 208 (4.3%) | 163 (3.4%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 80 (1.7%) | 156 (3.3%) |
| 85 Years and over | 104 (2.1%) | 252 (5.3%) |
| Total | 4,857 (100.0%) | 4,749 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Humboldt County
Median Family Size in Humboldt County
The median family size in Humboldt County is 2.82 persons per family, with single female/mother families (364 | 14.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.87 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (250 | 9.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.58 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,957 (76.1%) | 2.84 |
| Single Male/Father | 250 (9.7%) | 2.58 |
| Single Female/Mother | 364 (14.2%) | 2.87 |
| Total Families | 2,571 (100.0%) | 2.82 |
Median Household Size in Humboldt County
The median household size in Humboldt County is 2.25 persons per household, with single male/father households (250 | 5.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.27 persons per household. non-family households (1,642 | 39.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.13 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,957 (46.5%) | 2.89 |
| Single Male/Father | 250 (5.9%) | 3.27 |
| Single Female/Mother | 364 (8.6%) | 3.16 |
| Non-family | 1,642 (39.0%) | 1.13 |
| Total Households | 4,213 (100.0%) | 2.25 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Humboldt County
Out of a total of 4,213 households in Humboldt County, 2,571 (61.0%) are family households, while 1,642 (39.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,456, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,423.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,423 (33.8%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,456 (34.6%) | 212 (5.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 330 (7.8%) | 4 (0.1%) |
| 4-Person Households | 319 (7.6%) | 3 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 326 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 89 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 51 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,571 (61.0%) | 1,642 (39.0%) |
Female Fertility in Humboldt County
Fertility by Age in Humboldt County
Average fertility rate in Humboldt County is 91.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 137.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 58.8% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 25 (15.1%) | 83.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 97 (58.8%) | 137.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 43 (26.1%) | 54.0 |
| Total | 165 (100.0%) | 91.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Humboldt County
42.4% of women with births (165) in Humboldt 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 20 to 34 years age bracket with 29.9% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 68 (70.1%) | 29 (29.9%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 2 (4.6%) | 41 (95.4%) |
| Total | 70 (42.4%) | 95 (57.6%) |
Fertility by Education in Humboldt County
Average fertility rate in Humboldt County is 91.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 297.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 4.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 41.2% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 1 (0.6%) | 4.0 |
| High School Diploma | 54 (32.7%) | 112.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 68 (41.2%) | 94.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 20 (12.1%) | 66.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 22 (13.3%) | 297.0 |
| Total | 165 (100.0%) | 91.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Humboldt County
57.6% of women with births in Humboldt County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 19 (35.2%) | 35 (64.8%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 9 (13.2%) | 59 (86.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 70 (42.4%) | 95 (57.6%) |
Income in Humboldt County
Income Overview in Humboldt County
Per Capita Income in Humboldt County is $35,837, while median incomes of families and households are $81,036 and $66,617 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 9,606 | $35,837 |
| Median Family Income | 2,571 | $81,036 |
| Mean Family Income | 2,571 | $98,101 |
| Median Household Income | 4,213 | $66,617 |
| Mean Household Income | 4,213 | $81,193 |
| Income Deficit | 2,571 | $13,131 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 9,606 | 35.84% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 9,606 | 64.16¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 9,606 | 0.44 |
Earnings by Sex in Humboldt County
Average Earnings in Humboldt County are $45,142, $50,240 for men and $32,236 for women, a difference of 35.8%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,810 (55.6%) | $50,240 |
| Female | 2,241 (44.4%) | $32,236 |
| Total | 5,051 (100.0%) | $45,142 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Humboldt County
The most common earnings brackets in Humboldt County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (376 | 13.4%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (275 | 12.3%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 98 (3.5%) | 123 (5.5%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 73 (2.6%) | 65 (2.9%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 132 (4.7%) | 152 (6.8%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 52 (1.8%) | 104 (4.6%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 51 (1.8%) | 80 (3.6%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 35 (1.3%) | 59 (2.6%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 76 (2.7%) | 95 (4.2%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 34 (1.2%) | 102 (4.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 46 (1.6%) | 74 (3.3%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 40 (1.4%) | 41 (1.8%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 77 (2.7%) | 162 (7.2%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 91 (3.2%) | 134 (6.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 128 (4.6%) | 163 (7.3%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 151 (5.4%) | 67 (3.0%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 314 (11.2%) | 188 (8.4%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 153 (5.4%) | 89 (4.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 376 (13.4%) | 275 (12.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 186 (6.6%) | 67 (3.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 374 (13.3%) | 148 (6.6%) |
| $100,000+ | 323 (11.5%) | 53 (2.4%) |
| Total | 2,810 (100.0%) | 2,241 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Humboldt County
Average earnings in Humboldt County are $54,016 for men and $34,958 for women, a difference of 35.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $80,461, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $45,000. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $62,614, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $20,925.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $45,000 | $32,750 |
| High School Diploma | $47,446 | $20,925 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $57,399 | $38,794 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $59,303 | $46,275 |
| Graduate Degree | $80,461 | $62,614 |
| Total | $54,016 | $34,958 |
Family Income in Humboldt County
Family Income Brackets in Humboldt County
According to the Humboldt County family income data, there are 532 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.7% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 28 families (1.1%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 93 | 3.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 28 | 1.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 116 | 4.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 149 | 5.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 267 | 10.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 491 | 19.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 509 | 19.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 532 | 20.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 188 | 7.3% |
| $200,000+ | 198 | 7.7% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Humboldt County
5-person families (265 | 10.3%) account for the highest median family income in Humboldt County with $97,250 per family, while 2-person families (1,517 | 59.0%) have the highest median income of $40,014 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,517 (59.0%) | $80,028 |
| 3-Person Families | 389 (15.1%) | $69,872 |
| 4-Person Families | 294 (11.4%) | $93,393 |
| 5-Person Families | 265 (10.3%) | $97,250 |
| 6-Person Families | 64 (2.5%) | $82,500 |
| 7+ Person Families | 42 (1.6%) | $91,912 |
| Total | 2,571 (100.0%) | $81,036 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Humboldt County
The median family income in Humboldt County is $81,036, with families comprising 3+ earners (117) having the highest median family income of $129,750, while families with no earners (431) have the lowest median family income of $37,153, accounting for 4.5% and 16.8% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 431 (16.8%) | $37,153 |
| 1 Earner | 893 (34.7%) | $72,243 |
| 2 Earners | 1,130 (44.0%) | $103,333 |
| 3+ Earners | 117 (4.5%) | $129,750 |
| Total | 2,571 (100.0%) | $81,036 |
Household Income in Humboldt County
Household Income Brackets in Humboldt County
With 872 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Humboldt County, accounting for 20.7% of all households. In contrast, only 131 households (3.1%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 274 | 6.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 131 | 3.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 375 | 8.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 345 | 8.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 434 | 10.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 872 | 20.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 683 | 16.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 674 | 16.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 194 | 4.6% |
| $200,000+ | 236 | 5.6% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Humboldt County
The median household income in Humboldt County is $66,617, with the highest median household income of $83,140 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,217 households (28.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $44,531, with 1,266 households (30.0%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 246 (5.8%) | $54,200 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,217 (28.9%) | $83,140 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,484 (35.2%) | $68,220 |
| 65+ Years | 1,266 (30.0%) | $44,531 |
| Total | 4,213 (100.0%) | $66,617 |
Poverty in Humboldt County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Humboldt County
With 12.3% poverty level for males and 14.4% for females among the residents of Humboldt County, 12 to 14 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 113 males (40.1%) and 126 females (30.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 35 (12.2%) | 27 (9.9%) |
| 5 Years | 2 (3.8%) | 6 (14.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 54 (15.2%) | 126 (30.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 113 (40.1%) | 6 (3.9%) |
| 15 Years | 26 (22.6%) | 8 (11.3%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 27 (28.7%) | 8 (6.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 30 (8.6%) | 82 (24.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 73 (14.2%) | 53 (11.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 78 (12.8%) | 79 (14.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 24 (5.0%) | 60 (12.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 92 (12.2%) | 92 (12.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 25 (4.6%) | 44 (8.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 11 (3.1%) | 86 (15.7%) |
| Total | 590 (12.3%) | 677 (14.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Humboldt County
According to the poverty statistics in Humboldt County, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 96.9% of males and 96.1% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 252 (87.8%) | 247 (90.1%) |
| 5 Years | 51 (96.2%) | 35 (85.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 302 (84.8%) | 286 (69.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 169 (59.9%) | 148 (96.1%) |
| 15 Years | 89 (77.4%) | 63 (88.7%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 67 (71.3%) | 108 (93.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 318 (91.4%) | 259 (75.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 440 (85.8%) | 427 (89.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 531 (87.2%) | 457 (85.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 461 (95.1%) | 418 (87.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 660 (87.8%) | 643 (87.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 518 (95.4%) | 476 (91.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 342 (96.9%) | 462 (84.3%) |
| Total | 4,200 (87.7%) | 4,029 (85.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Humboldt County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Humboldt County show that 2.7% or 53 of the total 1,957 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 20.0%, comprising of 6 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.9%, which includes 25 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,266 (98.1%) | 25 (1.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 419 (97.2%) | 12 (2.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 195 (95.1%) | 10 (4.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 24 (80.0%) | 6 (20.0%) |
| Total | 1,904 (97.3%) | 53 (2.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Humboldt County
According to the poverty data in Humboldt County, 7.6% or 19 single-father households and 37.1% or 135 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (21.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 84 households (71.2%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 3 (4.3%) | 14 (14.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 8 (5.6%) | 37 (25.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 8 (21.0%) | 84 (71.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 19 (7.6%) | 135 (37.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Humboldt County
The poverty data for Humboldt County shows that 53 of the married-couple family households (2.7%) and 154 of the single-parent households (25.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (20.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 92 household (59.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 25 (1.9%) | 17 (10.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 12 (2.8%) | 45 (15.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 10 (4.9%) | 92 (59.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 6 (20.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 53 (2.7%) | 154 (25.1%) |
Employment Characteristics in Humboldt County
Employment by Class of Employer in Humboldt County
Among the 4,706 employed individuals in Humboldt County, private company employees (3,063 | 65.1%), self-employed (not incorporated) (594 | 12.6%), and local government employees (482 | 10.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 3,063 | 65.1% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 177 | 3.8% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 594 | 12.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 234 | 5.0% |
| Local Government Employees | 482 | 10.2% |
| State Government Employees | 66 | 1.4% |
| Federal Government Employees | 78 | 1.7% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 12 | 0.3% |
| Total | 4,706 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Humboldt County
According to the labor force statistics for Humboldt County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (7,553), 64.1% or 4,841 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.5% or 121 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 92.8% or 435 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 11.7% or 23 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 197 (49.1%) | 23 (11.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 446 (89.2%) | 4 (0.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 435 (92.8%) | 10 (2.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 449 (85.2%) | 9 (2.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,006 (87.5%) | 33 (3.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 845 (86.4%) | 28 (3.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 533 (75.5%) | 13 (2.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 566 (71.9%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 306 (28.5%) | 1 (0.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 57 (5.9%) | 1 (1.8%) |
| Total | 4,841 (64.1%) | 121 (2.5%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Humboldt County
According to labor force statistics for Humboldt County, 83.0% of individuals (3,832) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,617) are in the labor force, with 2.5% or 96 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 89.1% or 794 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 18.1% or 23 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 127 (47.6%) | 48 (18.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,132 (79.6%) | 48 (3.4%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,780 (87.4%) | 33 (1.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 794 (89.1%) | 5 (0.6%) |
| Total | 3,832 (83.0%) | 115 (2.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Humboldt County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Humboldt County are Management (638 | 13.5%), Community & Social Service (402 | 8.5%), Education Instruction & Library (276 | 5.9%), Business & Financial (218 | 4.6%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (190 | 4.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Humboldt County, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (97.8%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (97.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 491 (77.0%) | 147 (23.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 87 (39.9%) | 131 (60.1%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 112 (97.4%) | 3 (2.6%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 60 (96.8%) | 2 (3.2%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 44 (97.8%) | 1 (2.2%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 93 (23.1%) | 309 (76.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (100.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 73 (26.5%) | 203 (73.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 20 (27.0%) | 54 (73.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 7 (3.7%) | 183 (96.3%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 131 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 790 (50.5%) | 773 (49.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,591 (54.9%) | 2,126 (45.1%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Humboldt County are Food Preparation & Serving (288 | 6.1%), Personal Care & Service (144 | 3.0%), Healthcare Support (83 | 1.8%), Security & Protection (68 | 1.4%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (52 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Humboldt County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (78.8%), and Security & Protection (75.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (97.2%), Healthcare Support (91.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (79.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 7 (8.4%) | 76 (91.6%) |
| Security & Protection | 51 (75.0%) | 17 (25.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 19 (52.8%) | 17 (47.2%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 59 (20.5%) | 229 (79.5%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 41 (78.8%) | 11 (21.1%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 4 (2.8%) | 140 (97.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 162 (25.5%) | 473 (74.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,591 (54.9%) | 2,126 (45.1%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Humboldt County are Sales & Related (584 | 12.4%), and Office & Administration (363 | 7.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 330 (56.5%) | 254 (43.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 74 (20.4%) | 289 (79.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 404 (42.7%) | 543 (57.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,591 (54.9%) | 2,126 (45.1%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Humboldt County are Construction & Extraction (245 | 5.2%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (236 | 5.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (44 | 0.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 33 (75.0%) | 11 (25.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 189 (77.1%) | 56 (22.9%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 217 (91.9%) | 19 (8.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 439 (83.6%) | 86 (16.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,591 (54.9%) | 2,126 (45.1%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Humboldt County are Production (541 | 11.5%), Material Moving (285 | 6.0%), and Transportation (221 | 4.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 355 (65.6%) | 186 (34.4%) |
| Transportation | 214 (96.8%) | 7 (3.2%) |
| Material Moving | 227 (79.6%) | 58 (20.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 796 (76.0%) | 251 (24.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,591 (54.9%) | 2,126 (45.1%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Humboldt County
Employment Industries in Humboldt County
The major employment industries in Humboldt County include Manufacturing (815 | 17.3%), Retail Trade (645 | 13.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (483 | 10.2%), Construction (386 | 8.2%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (321 | 6.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Humboldt County
The Humboldt County industries that see more men than women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (93.8%), Construction (93.0%), and Wholesale Trade (92.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (93.8%), and Finance & Insurance (88.5%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 280 (87.2%) | 41 (12.8%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 10 (90.9%) | 1 (9.1%) |
| Construction | 359 (93.0%) | 27 (7.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 620 (76.1%) | 195 (23.9%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 156 (92.9%) | 12 (7.1%) |
| Retail Trade | 357 (55.3%) | 288 (44.7%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 140 (59.3%) | 96 (40.7%) |
| Utilities | 69 (78.4%) | 19 (21.6%) |
| Information | 105 (68.2%) | 49 (31.8%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 21 (11.5%) | 161 (88.5%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 30 (93.8%) | 2 (6.2%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 56 (31.5%) | 122 (68.5%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 51 (62.2%) | 31 (37.8%) |
| Educational Services | 87 (27.1%) | 234 (72.9%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 30 (6.2%) | 453 (93.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 11 (40.7%) | 16 (59.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 50 (24.1%) | 157 (75.8%) |
| Public Administration | 51 (30.9%) | 114 (69.1%) |
| Total | 2,591 (54.9%) | 2,126 (45.1%) |
Education in Humboldt County
School Enrollment in Humboldt County
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,133 students in Humboldt County are high school (555 | 26.0%), elementary school (547 | 25.6%), and middle school (472 | 22.1%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 162 | 7.6% |
| Kindergarten | 129 | 6.0% |
| Elementary School | 547 | 25.6% |
| Middle School | 472 | 22.1% |
| High School | 555 | 26.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 227 | 10.6% |
| Graduate / Professional | 41 | 1.9% |
| Total | 2,133 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Humboldt County
Out of a total of 2,133 students who are enrolled in schools in Humboldt County, 314 (14.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,819 (85.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 22 (32.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 71 (96.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 76 (73.8%) | 27 (26.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 469 (74.2%) | 163 (25.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 585 (91.5%) | 54 (8.5%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 372 (94.9%) | 20 (5.1%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 122 (90.4%) | 13 (9.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 71 (96.0%) | 3 (4.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 45 (67.2%) | 22 (32.8%) |
| 35 Years and over | 79 (86.8%) | 12 (13.2%) |
| Total | 1,819 (85.3%) | 314 (14.7%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Humboldt County
Education (290 | 23.0%), business (275 | 21.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (202 | 16.0%), arts & humanities (129 | 10.2%), and visual & performing arts (65 | 5.1%) are the most common fields of study among 1,261 individuals in Humboldt County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 3 | 0.2% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 202 | 16.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 40 | 3.2% |
| Psychology | 26 | 2.1% |
| Social Sciences | 53 | 4.2% |
| Engineering | 57 | 4.5% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 63 | 5.0% |
| Business | 275 | 21.8% |
| Education | 290 | 23.0% |
| Literature & Languages | 4 | 0.3% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 6 | 0.5% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 65 | 5.1% |
| Communications | 48 | 3.8% |
| Arts & Humanities | 129 | 10.2% |
| Total | 1,261 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Humboldt County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Humboldt County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Humboldt County are males with 2 vehicles (1,185, accounting for 46.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (900, making up 55.8%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 25 (1.0%) | 34 (1.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 406 (15.8%) | 387 (18.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,185 (46.0%) | 900 (42.4%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 492 (19.1%) | 428 (20.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 244 (9.5%) | 238 (11.2%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 225 (8.7%) | 137 (6.5%) |
| Total | 2,577 (100.0%) | 2,124 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Humboldt County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Humboldt County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,027 commuters, 24.5%), 10 to 14 minutes (658 commuters, 15.7%), and 15 to 19 minutes (535 commuters, 12.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 451 | 10.8% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,027 | 24.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 658 | 15.7% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 535 | 12.8% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 426 | 10.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 323 | 7.7% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 416 | 9.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 81 | 1.9% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 68 | 1.6% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 98 | 2.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 51 | 1.2% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 58 | 1.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in Humboldt County
The most common commute times in Humboldt County are 5 to 9 minutes (577 commuters, 24.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (450 commuters, 24.6%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 199 (8.4%) | 252 (13.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 577 (24.4%) | 450 (24.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 406 (17.2%) | 252 (13.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 328 (13.9%) | 207 (11.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 259 (11.0%) | 167 (9.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 111 (4.7%) | 212 (11.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 306 (13.0%) | 110 (6.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 38 (1.6%) | 43 (2.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 15 (0.6%) | 53 (2.9%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 63 (2.7%) | 35 (1.9%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 28 (1.2%) | 23 (1.3%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 30 (1.3%) | 28 (1.5%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Humboldt County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Humboldt County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (452, 19.2%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (489, 26.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 180 (7.6%) | 43 (2.4%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 117 (5.0%) | 69 (3.8%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 208 (8.8%) | 120 (6.6%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 324 (13.7%) | 175 (9.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 313 (13.3%) | 132 (7.2%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 452 (19.2%) | 272 (14.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 209 (8.9%) | 489 (26.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 140 (5.9%) | 104 (5.7%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 55 (2.3%) | 70 (3.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 18 (0.8%) | 76 (4.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 21 (0.9%) | 89 (4.9%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 2 (0.1%) | 18 (1.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 190 (8.1%) | 60 (3.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 131 (5.6%) | 115 (6.3%) |
| Total | 2,360 (100.0%) | 1,832 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Humboldt County
Occupancy by Ownership in Humboldt County
Of the total 4,213 dwellings in Humboldt County, owner-occupied units account for 3,126 (74.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,087 (25.8%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 3,126 | 74.2% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,087 | 25.8% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 4,213 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Humboldt County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,423 | 33.8% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,668 | 39.6% |
| 3-Person Household | 334 | 7.9% |
| 4+ Person Household | 788 | 18.7% |
| Total Housing Units | 4,213 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Humboldt County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 832 (58.5%) | 591 (41.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,429 (85.7%) | 239 (14.3%) |
| 3-Person Household | 241 (72.2%) | 93 (27.8%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 624 (79.2%) | 164 (20.8%) |
| Total Housing Units | 3,126 (74.2%) | 1,087 (25.8%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Humboldt County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 66 (26.3%) | 185 (73.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,075 (75.1%) | 357 (24.9%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,312 (76.1%) | 412 (23.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 673 (83.5%) | 133 (16.5%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Humboldt County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 815 | 19.3% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 648 | 15.4% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 544 | 12.9% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 940 | 22.3% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 680 | 16.1% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 393 | 9.3% |
| 85 Years and Over | 193 | 4.6% |
| Total | 4,213 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Humboldt County
Median Income by Occupancy in Humboldt County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 3,126 (74.2%) | $71,926 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,087 (25.8%) | $40,372 |
| Average | 4,213 (100.0%) | $66,617 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Humboldt County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 63 (2.0%) | 28 (2.6%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 45 (1.4%) | 137 (12.6%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 60 (1.9%) | 72 (6.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 146 (4.7%) | 62 (5.7%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 82 (2.6%) | 85 (7.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 223 (7.1%) | 121 (11.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 290 (9.3%) | 142 (13.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 720 (23.0%) | 154 (14.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 516 (16.5%) | 168 (15.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 601 (19.2%) | 72 (6.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 380 (12.2%) | 46 (4.2%) |
| Total | 3,126 (100.0%) | 1,087 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Humboldt County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 245 (7.8%) | 97 (8.9%) |
| $300 to $499 | 612 (19.6%) | 85 (7.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 767 (24.5%) | 440 (40.5%) |
| $800 to $999 | 387 (12.4%) | 144 (13.3%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 686 (21.9%) | 121 (11.1%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 276 (8.8%) | 38 (3.5%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 99 (3.2%) | 3 (0.3%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 38 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 16 (0.5%) | 9 (0.8%) |
| Total | 3,126 (100.0%) | 1,087 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Humboldt County
Housing Structures in Humboldt County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,552 | 84.3% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 3 | 0.1% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 70 | 1.7% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 183 | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 186 | 4.4% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 153 | 3.6% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 66 | 1.6% |
| Total | 4,213 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Humboldt County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,024 (85.1%) | 528 (14.9%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 1 (33.3%) | 2 (66.7%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 26 (37.1%) | 44 (62.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 12 (6.6%) | 171 (93.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 186 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 153 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 63 (95.5%) | 3 (4.5%) |
| Total | 3,126 (74.2%) | 1,087 (25.8%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Humboldt County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (1.8%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 30 (1.0%) | 226 (20.8%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 825 (26.4%) | 515 (47.4%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,241 (39.7%) | 141 (13.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,030 (33.0%) | 185 (17.0%) |
| Total | 3,126 (100.0%) | 1,087 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Humboldt County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,654 (52.9%) | 337 (31.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 964 (30.8%) | 141 (13.0%) |
| Electricity | 456 (14.6%) | 586 (53.9%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 8 (0.3%) | 18 (1.7%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| All other Fuels | 44 (1.4%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| Total | 3,126 (100.0%) | 1,087 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Humboldt County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 30 (1.0%) | 194 (17.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 790 (25.3%) | 428 (39.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,298 (41.5%) | 368 (33.9%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,008 (32.3%) | 97 (8.9%) |
| Total | 3,126 (100.0%) | 1,087 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Humboldt County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Humboldt County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,645 | 1,481 |
| Median Property Value | $125,800 | $139,400 |
| Median Household Income | $61,017 | $204 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $498 | $16 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,741 | $37 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Humboldt County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 282 (17.1%) | 106 (7.2%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 335 (20.4%) | 284 (19.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 859 (52.2%) | 941 (63.5%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 153 (9.3%) | 108 (7.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 4 (0.2%) | 31 (2.1%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 12 (0.7%) | 11 (0.7%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,645 (100.0%) | 1,481 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Humboldt County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 76 (4.6%) | 21 (1.4%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 207 (12.6%) | 32 (2.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 166 (10.1%) | 81 (5.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 191 (11.6%) | 57 (3.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 389 (23.6%) | 99 (6.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 265 (16.1%) | 331 (22.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 175 (10.6%) | 251 (17.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 176 (10.7%) | 426 (28.8%) |
| Total | 1,645 (100.0%) | 1,481 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Humboldt County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 964 (58.6%) | 87,574 (5,913.2%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 166 (10.1%) | 1,005 (67.9%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 130 (7.9%) | 234 (15.8%) |
| 4.0x or more | 370 (22.5%) | 95 (6.4%) |
| Total | 1,645 (100.0%) | 1,481 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Humboldt County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 365 (22.2%) | 31 (2.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 367 (22.3%) | 140 (9.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 885 (53.8%) | 373 (25.2%) |
| Total | 1,645 (100.0%) | 1,481 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Humboldt County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Humboldt County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 640 (97.7%) | 15 (2.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,658 (95.6%) | 76 (4.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 589 (87.9%) | 81 (12.1%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 790 (89.3%) | 95 (10.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,019 (89.0%) | 126 (11.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 930 (96.6%) | 33 (3.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,430 (96.2%) | 57 (3.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,063 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 901 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,020 (94.9%) | 483 (5.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Humboldt County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 640 (97.7%) | 15 (2.3%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,658 (95.6%) | 76 (4.4%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 589 (87.9%) | 81 (12.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Humboldt County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,095 (89.5%) | 129 (10.5%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,448 (93.2%) | 106 (6.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,516 (92.2%) | 129 (7.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,800 (98.6%) | 25 (1.4%) |
| $100,000 and over | 3,142 (97.1%) | 94 (2.9%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Humboldt County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 277 (42.3%) | 418 (63.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 700 (40.4%) | 1,153 (66.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 137 (20.4%) | 496 (74.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 155 (17.5%) | 668 (75.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 185 (16.2%) | 861 (75.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 193 (20.0%) | 790 (82.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 456 (30.7%) | 1,110 (74.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,050 (98.8%) | 587 (55.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 900 (99.9%) | 547 (60.7%) |
| Total | 4,053 (42.6%) | 6,630 (69.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Humboldt County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 55 (6.1%) | 39 (4.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 69 (8.0%) | 66 (8.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 316 (17.1%) | 339 (19.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 150 (27.6%) | 83 (16.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 133 (37.7%) | 177 (32.3%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Humboldt County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 4 (0.5%) | 7 (0.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 51 (2.8%) | 52 (3.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 78 (14.4%) | 12 (2.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 77 (21.8%) | 81 (14.8%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 6 (0.7%) | 15 (1.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 21 (2.4%) | 15 (1.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 24 (1.3%) | 17 (1.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 14 (2.6%) | 10 (1.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1 (0.3%) | 61 (11.1%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 44 (4.9%) | 20 (2.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 47 (5.5%) | 40 (4.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 157 (8.5%) | 150 (8.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 29 (5.3%) | 12 (2.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 67 (19.0%) | 52 (9.5%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 5 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (0.4%) | 7 (0.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 187 (10.1%) | 201 (11.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 52 (9.6%) | 42 (8.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 92 (26.1%) | 107 (19.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 1 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1 (0.1%) | 3 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 47 (2.5%) | 82 (4.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 25 (4.6%) | 14 (2.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 41 (11.6%) | 29 (5.3%) |
Technology Access in Humboldt County
Computing Device Access in Humboldt County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 3,134 | 74.4% |
| Smartphone | 3,495 | 83.0% |
| Tablet | 2,353 | 55.8% |
| No Computing Device | 421 | 10.0% |
| Total | 4,213 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Humboldt County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 5 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 2,640 | 62.7% |
| Cellular Data Only | 470 | 11.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 458 | 10.9% |
| No Internet | 719 | 17.1% |
| Total | 4,213 | 100.0% |
Humboldt County Summary
Humboldt County, Iowa is located in the north central part of the state and is part of the Fort Dodge, IA–MN Metropolitan Statistical Area. The county was established in 1851 and named after Alexander von Humboldt, a German naturalist and explorer. As of the 2010 census, the population was 9,815.
Geography
Humboldt County is located in the north central part of Iowa and is bordered by Kossuth County to the north, Webster County to the east, Hamilton County to the south, and Wright County to the west. The county has a total area of 576 square miles, of which 575 square miles is land and 1 square mile is water. The county is mostly flat with some rolling hills in the western part. The highest point in the county is located in the northwest corner at 1,541 feet above sea level. The county is drained by the Boone River, which flows through the center of the county.
Climate
Humboldt County has a humid continental climate, with cold winters and hot, humid summers. The average annual temperature is 48°F, with an average high of 61°F in July and an average low of 34°F in January. The average annual precipitation is 33 inches, with the most occurring in June and July.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 9,815 people, 3,845 households, and 2,619 families residing in the county. The population density was 17 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.3% White, 0.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
Economy
Humboldt County’s economy is largely based on agriculture. The county is home to several large farms, as well as smaller family farms. The main crops grown in the county are corn, soybeans, and hay. Livestock production is also important, with beef cattle, hogs, and sheep being raised in the county.
The county also has a strong manufacturing sector, with several companies located in the county. The largest employers in the county are Humboldt County Hospital, Humboldt County Schools, and Humboldt County Memorial Hospital.
The county also has a strong tourism industry, with several attractions located in the county. These include the Humboldt County Historical Museum, the Humboldt County Fairgrounds, and the Humboldt County Courthouse.
Conclusion
Humboldt County, Iowa is a rural county located in the north central part of the state. The county has a population of 9,815 and is largely agricultural, with a strong manufacturing sector and a growing tourism industry. The county is home to several attractions, including the Humboldt County Historical Museum, the Humboldt County Fairgrounds, and the Humboldt County Courthouse.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Humboldt County?
Total Population of Humboldt County is 9,606.
What is the Total Male Population of Humboldt County?
Total Male Population of Humboldt County is 4,857.
What is the Total Female Population of Humboldt County?
Total Female Population of Humboldt County is 4,749.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Humboldt County?
There are 102.27 Males per 100 Females in Humboldt County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Humboldt County?
There are 97.78 Females per 100 Males in Humboldt County.
What is the Median Population Age in Humboldt County?
Median Population Age in Humboldt County is 41.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Humboldt County
Average Family Size in Humboldt County is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Humboldt County
Average Household Size in Humboldt County is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Humboldt County?
Per Capita income in Humboldt County is $35,837.
What is the Median Family Income in Humboldt County?
Median Family Income in Humboldt County is $81,036.
What is the Median Household income in Humboldt County?
Median Household Income in Humboldt County is $66,617.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Humboldt County?
Income or Wage Gap in Humboldt County is 35.8%.
Women in Humboldt County earn 64.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Humboldt County?
Family Income Deficit in Humboldt County is $13,131.
Families that are below poverty line in Humboldt County earn $13,131 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Humboldt County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Humboldt County is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Humboldt County?
There are 4,841 People in the Labor Forcein in Humboldt County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Humboldt County?
64.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Humboldt County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Humboldt County?
Unemployment Rate in Humboldt County is 2.5%.