Coffey County, KS
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Coffey County Overview
8,334
TOTAL POPULATION
4,191
MALE POPULATION
4,143
FEMALE POPULATION
101.16
MALES / 100 FEMALES
98.85
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.9
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$35,984
PER CAPITA INCOME
$85,096
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$67,645
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
38.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
61.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.39
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,207
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Coffey County
The most populous races in Coffey County are White / Caucasian (7,862 | 94.3%), Two or more Races (348 | 4.2%), and Hispanic or Latino (290 | 3.5%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 46 | 0.5% |
| Black / African American | 40 | 0.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 290 | 3.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 11 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 7,862 | 94.3% |
| Two or more Races | 348 | 4.2% |
| Some other Race | 27 | 0.3% |
| Total | 8,334 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Coffey County
The most populous ancestries reported in Coffey County are German (2,411 | 28.9%), European (1,044 | 12.5%), English (960 | 11.5%), Irish (888 | 10.7%), and American (550 | 6.6%), together accounting for 70.2% of all Coffey County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 550 | 6.6% |
| Apache | 2 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 10 | 0.1% |
| British | 17 | 0.2% |
| Burmese | 5 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Celtic | 17 | 0.2% |
| Central American | 33 | 0.4% |
| Cherokee | 54 | 0.6% |
| Chilean | 8 | 0.1% |
| Chippewa | 19 | 0.2% |
| Comanche | 1 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 4 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 11 | 0.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 18 | 0.2% |
| Danish | 18 | 0.2% |
| Dutch | 89 | 1.1% |
| Eastern European | 12 | 0.1% |
| English | 960 | 11.5% |
| European | 1,044 | 12.5% |
| French | 117 | 1.4% |
| French Canadian | 23 | 0.3% |
| German | 2,411 | 28.9% |
| Honduran | 10 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 13 | 0.2% |
| Indian (Asian) | 2 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 888 | 10.7% |
| Italian | 102 | 1.2% |
| Lithuanian | 6 | 0.1% |
| Menominee | 5 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 228 | 2.7% |
| Native Hawaiian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Navajo | 5 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 4 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 56 | 0.7% |
| Osage | 39 | 0.5% |
| Pennsylvania German | 8 | 0.1% |
| Peruvian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Pima | 4 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 84 | 1.0% |
| Portuguese | 23 | 0.3% |
| Puerto Rican | 10 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Salvadoran | 23 | 0.3% |
| Scandinavian | 30 | 0.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 75 | 0.9% |
| Scottish | 161 | 1.9% |
| Shoshone | 25 | 0.3% |
| Slavic | 4 | 0.1% |
| Slovak | 1 | 0.0% |
| South American | 10 | 0.1% |
| South American Indian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 7 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 20 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 168 | 2.0% |
| Swiss | 24 | 0.3% |
| Vietnamese | 24 | 0.3% |
| Welsh | 86 | 1.0% | View All 60 Rows |
Immigrants in Coffey County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Coffey County came from Latin America (40 | 0.5%), Central America (38 | 0.5%), Asia (28 | 0.3%), El Salvador (23 | 0.3%), and South Eastern Asia (18 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.8% of all Coffey County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 28 | 0.3% |
| Bangladesh | 10 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 38 | 0.5% |
| Eastern Europe | 4 | 0.1% |
| El Salvador | 23 | 0.3% |
| Europe | 5 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 1 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 40 | 0.5% |
| Mexico | 15 | 0.2% |
| Peru | 2 | 0.0% |
| Russia | 4 | 0.1% |
| South America | 2 | 0.0% |
| South Central Asia | 10 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 18 | 0.2% |
| Vietnam | 18 | 0.2% |
| Western Europe | 1 | 0.0% | View All 16 Rows |
Sex and Age in Coffey County
Sex and Age in Coffey County
The most populous age groups in Coffey County are 55 to 59 Years (372 | 8.9%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (345 | 8.3%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 198 (4.7%) | 200 (4.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 229 (5.5%) | 242 (5.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 326 (7.8%) | 238 (5.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 310 (7.4%) | 295 (7.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 219 (5.2%) | 183 (4.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 220 (5.2%) | 216 (5.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 243 (5.8%) | 225 (5.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 216 (5.1%) | 229 (5.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 267 (6.4%) | 218 (5.3%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 222 (5.3%) | 261 (6.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 245 (5.9%) | 246 (5.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 372 (8.9%) | 336 (8.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 285 (6.8%) | 284 (6.9%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 331 (7.9%) | 345 (8.3%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 188 (4.5%) | 178 (4.3%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 174 (4.2%) | 155 (3.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 84 (2.0%) | 111 (2.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 62 (1.5%) | 181 (4.4%) |
| Total | 4,191 (100.0%) | 4,143 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Coffey County
Median Family Size in Coffey County
The median family size in Coffey County is 2.76 persons per family, with single female/mother families (376 | 15.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (247 | 10.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.34 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,804 (74.3%) | 2.77 |
| Single Male/Father | 247 (10.2%) | 2.34 |
| Single Female/Mother | 376 (15.5%) | 3.00 |
| Total Families | 2,427 (100.0%) | 2.76 |
Median Household Size in Coffey County
The median household size in Coffey County is 2.31 persons per household, with single female/mother households (376 | 10.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.25 persons per household. non-family households (1,116 | 31.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.15 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,804 (50.9%) | 2.80 |
| Single Male/Father | 247 (7.0%) | 2.53 |
| Single Female/Mother | 376 (10.6%) | 3.25 |
| Non-family | 1,116 (31.5%) | 1.15 |
| Total Households | 3,543 (100.0%) | 2.31 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Coffey County
Out of a total of 3,543 households in Coffey County, 2,427 (68.5%) are family households, while 1,116 (31.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,278, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 938.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 938 (26.5%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,278 (36.1%) | 153 (4.3%) |
| 3-Person Households | 499 (14.1%) | 23 (0.6%) |
| 4-Person Households | 408 (11.5%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 107 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 86 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 49 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,427 (68.5%) | 1,116 (31.5%) |
Female Fertility in Coffey County
Fertility by Age in Coffey County
Average fertility rate in Coffey County is 62.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 146.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 88.3% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 91 (88.3%) | 146.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 12 (11.7%) | 16.0 |
| Total | 103 (100.0%) | 62.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Coffey County
85.4% of women with births (103) in Coffey County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 16.5% 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%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 76 (83.5%) | 15 (16.5%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 88 (85.4%) | 15 (14.6%) |
Fertility by Education in Coffey County
Average fertility rate in Coffey County is 62.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 283.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 10.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 35.9% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 3 (2.9%) | 10.0 |
| High School Diploma | 14 (13.6%) | 47.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 37 (35.9%) | 59.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 17 (16.5%) | 57.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 32 (31.1%) | 283.0 |
| Total | 103 (100.0%) | 62.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Coffey County
14.6% of women with births in Coffey County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school 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 42.9% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 8 (57.1%) | 6 (42.9%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 28 (75.7%) | 9 (24.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 88 (85.4%) | 15 (14.6%) |
Income in Coffey County
Income Overview in Coffey County
Per Capita Income in Coffey County is $35,984, while median incomes of families and households are $85,096 and $67,645 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 8,334 | $35,984 |
| Median Family Income | 2,427 | $85,096 |
| Mean Family Income | 2,427 | $94,015 |
| Median Household Income | 3,543 | $67,645 |
| Mean Household Income | 3,543 | $84,009 |
| Income Deficit | 2,427 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 8,334 | 38.27% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 8,334 | 61.73¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 8,334 | 0.39 |
Earnings by Sex in Coffey County
Average Earnings in Coffey County are $38,316, $46,706 for men and $28,831 for women, a difference of 38.3%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,394 (53.2%) | $46,706 |
| Female | 2,104 (46.8%) | $28,831 |
| Total | 4,498 (100.0%) | $38,316 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Coffey County
The most common earnings brackets in Coffey County are $100,000+ for men (466 | 19.5%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (221 | 10.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 233 (9.7%) | 174 (8.3%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 87 (3.6%) | 86 (4.1%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 42 (1.8%) | 63 (3.0%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 65 (2.7%) | 34 (1.6%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 48 (2.0%) | 73 (3.5%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 47 (2.0%) | 86 (4.1%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 70 (2.9%) | 52 (2.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 15 (0.6%) | 71 (3.4%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 67 (2.8%) | 86 (4.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 53 (2.2%) | 135 (6.4%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 75 (3.1%) | 221 (10.5%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 106 (4.4%) | 143 (6.8%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 113 (4.7%) | 70 (3.3%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 118 (4.9%) | 114 (5.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 124 (5.2%) | 181 (8.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 100 (4.2%) | 99 (4.7%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 181 (7.6%) | 110 (5.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 137 (5.7%) | 125 (5.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 247 (10.3%) | 101 (4.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 466 (19.5%) | 80 (3.8%) |
| Total | 2,394 (100.0%) | 2,104 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Coffey County
Average earnings in Coffey County are $54,797 for men and $32,835 for women, a difference of 40.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $137,500, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $24,750. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $47,123, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $20,000.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $24,750 | $20,000 |
| High School Diploma | $40,302 | $24,813 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $58,750 | $30,513 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $76,509 | $46,912 |
| Graduate Degree | $137,500 | $47,123 |
| Total | $54,797 | $32,835 |
Family Income in Coffey County
Family Income Brackets in Coffey County
According to the Coffey County family income data, there are 672 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 27.7% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 68 families (2.8%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 68 | 2.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 73 | 3.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 75 | 3.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 172 | 7.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 255 | 10.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 405 | 16.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 342 | 14.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 672 | 27.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 204 | 8.4% |
| $200,000+ | 160 | 6.6% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Coffey County
4-person families (350 | 14.4%) account for the highest median family income in Coffey County with $100,900 per family, while 2-person families (1,309 | 53.9%) have the highest median income of $44,812 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,309 (53.9%) | $89,625 |
| 3-Person Families | 566 (23.3%) | $84,750 |
| 4-Person Families | 350 (14.4%) | $100,900 |
| 5-Person Families | 85 (3.5%) | $79,327 |
| 6-Person Families | 75 (3.1%) | $82,589 |
| 7+ Person Families | 42 (1.7%) | $59,479 |
| Total | 2,427 (100.0%) | $85,096 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Coffey County
The median family income in Coffey County is $85,096, with families comprising 3+ earners (175) having the highest median family income of $133,750, while families with no earners (423) have the lowest median family income of $43,854, accounting for 7.2% and 17.4% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 423 (17.4%) | $43,854 |
| 1 Earner | 745 (30.7%) | $69,028 |
| 2 Earners | 1,084 (44.7%) | $102,813 |
| 3+ Earners | 175 (7.2%) | $133,750 |
| Total | 2,427 (100.0%) | $85,096 |
Household Income in Coffey County
Household Income Brackets in Coffey County
With 804 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Coffey County, accounting for 22.7% of all households. In contrast, only 96 households (2.7%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 96 | 2.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 135 | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 234 | 6.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 386 | 10.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 461 | 13.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 581 | 16.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 386 | 10.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 804 | 22.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 262 | 7.4% |
| $200,000+ | 198 | 5.6% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Coffey County
The median household income in Coffey County is $67,645, with the highest median household income of $81,198 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,325 households (37.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 113 households (3.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 113 (3.2%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 975 (27.5%) | $73,750 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,325 (37.4%) | $81,198 |
| 65+ Years | 1,130 (31.9%) | $49,531 |
| Total | 3,543 (100.0%) | $67,645 |
Poverty in Coffey County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Coffey County
With 10.0% poverty level for males and 12.6% for females among the residents of Coffey County, 18 to 24 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 98 males (29.2%) and 106 females (37.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 36 (19.3%) | 66 (33.7%) |
| 5 Years | 8 (18.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 14 (4.4%) | 43 (14.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 16 (8.6%) | 30 (23.3%) |
| 15 Years | 2 (4.2%) | 2 (2.6%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 22 (15.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 98 (29.2%) | 106 (37.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 20 (4.4%) | 52 (11.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 56 (11.7%) | 43 (9.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 22 (4.7%) | 42 (8.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 31 (4.8%) | 43 (6.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 63 (12.2%) | 24 (4.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 25 (7.9%) | 59 (15.4%) |
| Total | 413 (10.0%) | 510 (12.6%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Coffey County
According to the poverty statistics in Coffey County, males aged 15 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 95.8% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 151 (80.7%) | 130 (66.3%) |
| 5 Years | 35 (81.4%) | 47 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 305 (95.6%) | 260 (85.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 170 (91.4%) | 99 (76.7%) |
| 15 Years | 46 (95.8%) | 76 (97.4%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 124 (84.9%) | 117 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 237 (70.8%) | 177 (62.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 432 (95.6%) | 389 (88.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 424 (88.3%) | 404 (90.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 445 (95.3%) | 465 (91.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 616 (95.2%) | 577 (93.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 454 (87.8%) | 488 (95.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 293 (92.1%) | 325 (84.6%) |
| Total | 3,732 (90.0%) | 3,554 (87.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Coffey County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Coffey County show that 3.2% or 57 of the total 1,804 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 3.6%, comprising of 43 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,135 (96.4%) | 43 (3.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 458 (97.2%) | 13 (2.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 125 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 29 (96.7%) | 1 (3.3%) |
| Total | 1,747 (96.8%) | 57 (3.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Coffey County
According to the poverty data in Coffey County, 10.9% or 27 single-father households and 25.0% or 94 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 26 households (24.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 42 households (59.2%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 1 (0.8%) | 5 (4.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 26 (24.8%) | 47 (23.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 42 (59.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 27 (10.9%) | 94 (25.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Coffey County
The poverty data for Coffey County shows that 57 of the married-couple family households (3.2%) and 121 of the single-parent households (19.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 43 households (3.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 42 household (53.8%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 43 (3.6%) | 6 (2.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 13 (2.8%) | 73 (24.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 42 (53.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 1 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 57 (3.2%) | 121 (19.4%) |
Employment Characteristics in Coffey County
Employment by Class of Employer in Coffey County
Among the 3,832 employed individuals in Coffey County, private company employees (2,455 | 64.1%), local government employees (355 | 9.3%), and not-for-profit organizations (269 | 7.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,455 | 64.1% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 105 | 2.7% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 259 | 6.8% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 269 | 7.0% |
| Local Government Employees | 355 | 9.3% |
| State Government Employees | 265 | 6.9% |
| Federal Government Employees | 124 | 3.2% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 3,832 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Coffey County
According to the labor force statistics for Coffey County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (6,775), 62.1% or 4,207 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.3% or 223 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 90.8% or 425 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.3% or 80 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 245 (51.1%) | 20 (8.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 334 (83.1%) | 25 (7.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 380 (87.2%) | 38 (10.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 425 (90.8%) | 10 (2.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 776 (83.4%) | 80 (10.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 816 (83.8%) | 28 (3.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 543 (76.7%) | 12 (2.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 328 (57.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 276 (26.5%) | 7 (2.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 84 (11.0%) | 3 (3.6%) |
| Total | 4,207 (62.1%) | 223 (5.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Coffey County
According to labor force statistics for Coffey County, 80.0% of individuals (3,268) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,085) are in the labor force, with 5.1% or 167 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 87.3% or 824 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.7% or 75 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 116 (46.4%) | 11 (4.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 860 (74.4%) | 101 (8.7%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,468 (84.6%) | 104 (6.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 824 (87.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,268 (80.0%) | 208 (5.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Coffey County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Coffey County are Community & Social Service (443 | 11.2%), Management (423 | 10.7%), Education Instruction & Library (278 | 7.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (203 | 5.1%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (157 | 4.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Coffey County, the most male-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (98.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (77.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (89.1%), Health Technologists (85.7%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (85.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 222 (52.5%) | 201 (47.5%) |
| Business & Financial | 71 (56.4%) | 55 (43.6%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 121 (77.1%) | 36 (22.9%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 12 (52.2%) | 11 (47.8%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 71 (98.6%) | 1 (1.4%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 38 (61.3%) | 24 (38.7%) |
| Community & Social Service | 104 (23.5%) | 339 (76.5%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 14 (10.8%) | 115 (89.1%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 68 (24.5%) | 210 (75.5%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 9 (39.1%) | 14 (60.9%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 30 (14.8%) | 173 (85.2%) |
| Health Technologists | 16 (14.3%) | 96 (85.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 548 (40.5%) | 804 (59.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,051 (51.8%) | 1,910 (48.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Coffey County are Food Preparation & Serving (274 | 6.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (172 | 4.3%), Security & Protection (102 | 2.6%), Healthcare Support (95 | 2.4%), and Personal Care & Service (76 | 1.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Coffey County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (84.3%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (84.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (93.7%), Personal Care & Service (90.8%), and Food Preparation & Serving (70.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 6 (6.3%) | 89 (93.7%) |
| Security & Protection | 86 (84.3%) | 16 (15.7%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 57 (78.1%) | 16 (21.9%) |
| Law Enforcement | 29 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 82 (29.9%) | 192 (70.1%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 145 (84.3%) | 27 (15.7%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 7 (9.2%) | 69 (90.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 326 (45.3%) | 393 (54.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,051 (51.8%) | 1,910 (48.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Coffey County are Office & Administration (457 | 11.5%), and Sales & Related (271 | 6.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 104 (38.4%) | 167 (61.6%) |
| Office & Administration | 58 (12.7%) | 399 (87.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 162 (22.3%) | 566 (77.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,051 (51.8%) | 1,910 (48.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Coffey County are Construction & Extraction (249 | 6.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (204 | 5.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (52 | 1.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 46 (88.5%) | 6 (11.5%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 242 (97.2%) | 7 (2.8%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 204 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 492 (97.4%) | 13 (2.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,051 (51.8%) | 1,910 (48.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Coffey County are Production (236 | 6.0%), Material Moving (233 | 5.9%), and Transportation (188 | 4.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 200 (84.8%) | 36 (15.2%) |
| Transportation | 151 (80.3%) | 37 (19.7%) |
| Material Moving | 172 (73.8%) | 61 (26.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 523 (79.6%) | 134 (20.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,051 (51.8%) | 1,910 (48.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Coffey County
Employment Industries in Coffey County
The major employment industries in Coffey County include Health Care & Social Assistance (546 | 13.8%), Retail Trade (502 | 12.7%), Utilities (500 | 12.6%), Educational Services (479 | 12.1%), and Manufacturing (317 | 8.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Coffey County
The Coffey County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (95.9%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (94.2%), and Utilities (89.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (87.4%), Information (86.8%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (83.3%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 161 (94.2%) | 10 (5.9%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 47 (95.9%) | 2 (4.1%) |
| Construction | 209 (87.1%) | 31 (12.9%) |
| Manufacturing | 189 (59.6%) | 128 (40.4%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 73 (74.5%) | 25 (25.5%) |
| Retail Trade | 275 (54.8%) | 227 (45.2%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 129 (63.9%) | 73 (36.1%) |
| Utilities | 445 (89.0%) | 55 (11.0%) |
| Information | 7 (13.2%) | 46 (86.8%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 19 (16.8%) | 94 (83.2%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 4 (16.7%) | 20 (83.3%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 31 (53.4%) | 27 (46.6%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 56 (78.9%) | 15 (21.1%) |
| Educational Services | 112 (23.4%) | 367 (76.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 69 (12.6%) | 477 (87.4%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 14 (45.2%) | 17 (54.8%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 79 (35.9%) | 141 (64.1%) |
| Public Administration | 83 (52.5%) | 75 (47.5%) |
| Total | 2,051 (51.8%) | 1,910 (48.2%) |
Education in Coffey County
School Enrollment in Coffey County
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,839 students in Coffey County are high school (549 | 29.8%), elementary school (423 | 23.0%), and middle school (404 | 22.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 88 | 4.8% |
| Kindergarten | 73 | 4.0% |
| Elementary School | 423 | 23.0% |
| Middle School | 404 | 22.0% |
| High School | 549 | 29.8% |
| College / Undergraduate | 209 | 11.4% |
| Graduate / Professional | 93 | 5.1% |
| Total | 1,839 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Coffey County
Out of a total of 1,839 students who are enrolled in schools in Coffey County, 140 (7.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,699 (92.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 20 (32.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 63 (98.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 42 (67.7%) | 20 (32.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 417 (92.5%) | 34 (7.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 514 (95.0%) | 27 (5.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 364 (97.6%) | 9 (2.4%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 151 (95.0%) | 8 (5.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 59 (68.6%) | 27 (31.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 63 (98.4%) | 1 (1.6%) |
| 35 Years and over | 90 (87.4%) | 13 (12.6%) |
| Total | 1,699 (92.4%) | 140 (7.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Coffey County
Education (362 | 25.0%), business (347 | 23.9%), science & technology (198 | 13.7%), engineering (103 | 7.1%), and bio, nature & agricultural (89 | 6.1%) are the most common fields of study among 1,449 individuals in Coffey County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 8 | 0.5% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 89 | 6.1% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 39 | 2.7% |
| Psychology | 76 | 5.2% |
| Social Sciences | 51 | 3.5% |
| Engineering | 103 | 7.1% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 9 | 0.6% |
| Science & Technology | 198 | 13.7% |
| Business | 347 | 23.9% |
| Education | 362 | 25.0% |
| Literature & Languages | 19 | 1.3% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 37 | 2.5% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 23 | 1.6% |
| Communications | 17 | 1.2% |
| Arts & Humanities | 71 | 4.9% |
| Total | 1,449 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Coffey County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Coffey County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Coffey County are males with 2 vehicles (651, accounting for 33.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (532, making up 35.6%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 31 (1.6%) | 49 (2.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 176 (8.9%) | 304 (16.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 651 (33.1%) | 532 (29.1%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 621 (31.6%) | 495 (27.1%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 240 (12.2%) | 255 (14.0%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 249 (12.7%) | 193 (10.6%) |
| Total | 1,968 (100.0%) | 1,828 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Coffey County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Coffey County are 5 to 9 minutes (775 commuters, 21.0%), less than 5 minutes (469 commuters, 12.7%), and 15 to 19 minutes (450 commuters, 12.2%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 469 | 12.7% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 775 | 21.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 379 | 10.3% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 450 | 12.2% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 443 | 12.0% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 223 | 6.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 244 | 6.6% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 69 | 1.9% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 77 | 2.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 275 | 7.4% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 189 | 5.1% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 99 | 2.7% |
Commute Time by Sex in Coffey County
The most common commute times in Coffey County are 5 to 9 minutes (365 commuters, 19.0%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (410 commuters, 23.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 181 (9.4%) | 288 (16.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 365 (19.0%) | 410 (23.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 191 (10.0%) | 188 (10.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 327 (17.1%) | 123 (6.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 206 (10.7%) | 237 (13.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 130 (6.8%) | 93 (5.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 156 (8.1%) | 88 (5.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 55 (2.9%) | 14 (0.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 13 (0.7%) | 64 (3.6%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 160 (8.4%) | 115 (6.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 86 (4.5%) | 103 (5.8%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 47 (2.5%) | 52 (2.9%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Coffey County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Coffey County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (269, 14.0%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (394, 22.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 228 (11.9%) | 60 (3.4%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 133 (6.9%) | 79 (4.4%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 157 (8.2%) | 84 (4.7%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 194 (10.1%) | 109 (6.1%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 214 (11.2%) | 170 (9.6%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 269 (14.0%) | 216 (12.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 211 (11.0%) | 394 (22.2%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 184 (9.6%) | 156 (8.8%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 21 (1.1%) | 99 (5.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 47 (2.5%) | 108 (6.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 44 (2.3%) | 112 (6.3%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (0.8%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 110 (5.7%) | 97 (5.5%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 105 (5.5%) | 77 (4.3%) |
| Total | 1,917 (100.0%) | 1,775 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Coffey County
Occupancy by Ownership in Coffey County
Of the total 3,543 dwellings in Coffey County, owner-occupied units account for 2,676 (75.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 867 (24.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,676 | 75.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 867 | 24.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 3,543 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Coffey County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 938 | 26.5% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,431 | 40.4% |
| 3-Person Household | 522 | 14.7% |
| 4+ Person Household | 652 | 18.4% |
| Total Housing Units | 3,543 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Coffey County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 544 (58.0%) | 394 (42.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,267 (88.5%) | 164 (11.5%) |
| 3-Person Household | 309 (59.2%) | 213 (40.8%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 556 (85.3%) | 96 (14.7%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,676 (75.5%) | 867 (24.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Coffey County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 115 (56.7%) | 88 (43.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 760 (76.5%) | 233 (23.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,111 (77.1%) | 330 (22.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 690 (76.2%) | 216 (23.8%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Coffey County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 527 | 14.9% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 561 | 15.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 575 | 16.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 750 | 21.2% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 638 | 18.0% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 323 | 9.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 169 | 4.8% |
| Total | 3,543 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Coffey County
Median Income by Occupancy in Coffey County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,676 (75.5%) | $86,094 |
| Renter-Occupied | 867 (24.5%) | $39,609 |
| Average | 3,543 (100.0%) | $67,645 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Coffey County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 38 (1.4%) | 23 (2.6%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 17 (0.6%) | 16 (1.8%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 49 (1.8%) | 86 (9.9%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 50 (1.9%) | 57 (6.6%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 84 (3.1%) | 43 (5.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 213 (8.0%) | 172 (19.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 265 (9.9%) | 196 (22.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 478 (17.9%) | 102 (11.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 315 (11.8%) | 70 (8.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 714 (26.7%) | 92 (10.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 453 (16.9%) | 10 (1.1%) |
| Total | 2,676 (100.0%) | 867 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Coffey County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 194 (7.2%) | 6 (0.7%) |
| $300 to $499 | 505 (18.9%) | 91 (10.5%) |
| $500 to $799 | 632 (23.6%) | 248 (28.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 306 (11.4%) | 249 (28.7%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 541 (20.2%) | 119 (13.7%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 301 (11.3%) | 9 (1.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 134 (5.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 28 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 35 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,676 (100.0%) | 867 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Coffey County
Housing Structures in Coffey County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,039 | 85.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 78 | 2.2% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 34 | 1.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 50 | 1.4% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 10 | 0.3% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 65 | 1.8% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 267 | 7.5% |
| Total | 3,543 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Coffey County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,459 (80.9%) | 580 (19.1%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 3 (3.8%) | 75 (96.2%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 4 (11.8%) | 30 (88.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 4 (8.0%) | 46 (92.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 65 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 206 (77.1%) | 61 (22.9%) |
| Total | 2,676 (75.5%) | 867 (24.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Coffey County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 10 (0.4%) | 5 (0.6%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 53 (2.0%) | 87 (10.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 644 (24.1%) | 388 (44.8%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,085 (40.6%) | 253 (29.2%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 884 (33.0%) | 134 (15.5%) |
| Total | 2,676 (100.0%) | 867 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Coffey County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,188 (44.4%) | 415 (47.9%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 892 (33.3%) | 199 (23.0%) |
| Electricity | 482 (18.0%) | 236 (27.2%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 13 (0.5%) | 6 (0.7%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 101 (3.8%) | 11 (1.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,676 (100.0%) | 867 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Coffey County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 72 (2.7%) | 100 (11.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 378 (14.1%) | 380 (43.8%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 920 (34.4%) | 263 (30.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,306 (48.8%) | 124 (14.3%) |
| Total | 2,676 (100.0%) | 867 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Coffey County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Coffey County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,376 | 1,300 |
| Median Property Value | $109,600 | $156,700 |
| Median Household Income | $72,500 | $279 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $495 | $35 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,298 | $25 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Coffey County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 176 (12.8%) | 99 (7.6%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 452 (32.9%) | 253 (19.5%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 580 (42.1%) | 729 (56.1%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 140 (10.2%) | 170 (13.1%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 26 (1.9%) | 28 (2.1%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 2 (0.2%) | 18 (1.4%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (0.2%) |
| Total | 1,376 (100.0%) | 1,300 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Coffey County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 35 (2.5%) | 7 (0.5%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 151 (11.0%) | 20 (1.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 178 (12.9%) | 32 (2.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 129 (9.4%) | 35 (2.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 203 (14.7%) | 136 (10.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 167 (12.1%) | 275 (21.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 339 (24.6%) | 148 (11.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 174 (12.7%) | 375 (28.8%) |
| Total | 1,376 (100.0%) | 1,300 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Coffey County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 836 (60.8%) | 100,400 (7,723.1%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 170 (12.3%) | 814 (62.6%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 138 (10.0%) | 254 (19.5%) |
| 4.0x or more | 225 (16.4%) | 102 (7.9%) |
| Total | 1,376 (100.0%) | 1,300 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Coffey County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 348 (25.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 440 (32.0%) | 199 (15.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 566 (41.1%) | 324 (24.9%) |
| Total | 1,376 (100.0%) | 1,300 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Coffey County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Coffey County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 425 (87.1%) | 63 (12.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,373 (93.9%) | 89 (6.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 388 (67.8%) | 184 (32.2%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 702 (89.1%) | 86 (10.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 820 (88.5%) | 107 (11.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 888 (91.4%) | 84 (8.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,167 (92.1%) | 100 (7.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,005 (97.7%) | 24 (2.3%) |
| 75 Years and older | 702 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,470 (91.0%) | 737 (9.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Coffey County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 425 (87.1%) | 63 (12.9%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,373 (93.9%) | 89 (6.1%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 388 (67.8%) | 184 (32.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Coffey County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 646 (81.7%) | 145 (18.3%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,373 (83.1%) | 279 (16.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,386 (90.9%) | 138 (9.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 973 (94.7%) | 55 (5.3%) |
| $100,000 and over | 3,056 (96.4%) | 113 (3.6%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Coffey County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 132 (27.1%) | 319 (65.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 475 (32.5%) | 1,037 (70.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 71 (12.4%) | 330 (57.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 94 (11.9%) | 658 (83.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 190 (20.5%) | 740 (79.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 96 (9.9%) | 828 (85.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 167 (13.2%) | 1,045 (82.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 983 (95.5%) | 632 (61.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 695 (99.0%) | 457 (65.1%) |
| Total | 2,903 (35.4%) | 6,046 (73.7%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Coffey County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 8 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 62 (8.3%) | 62 (9.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 97 (12.7%) | 71 (9.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 255 (16.0%) | 289 (18.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 88 (17.0%) | 129 (25.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 181 (56.9%) | 176 (45.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Coffey County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 8 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (3.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 64 (4.0%) | 28 (1.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 59 (11.4%) | 58 (11.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 123 (38.7%) | 52 (13.5%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 8 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (4.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 8 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 16 (1.0%) | 42 (2.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 22 (4.3%) | 31 (6.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 18 (5.7%) | 35 (9.1%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 59 (7.9%) | 62 (9.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 56 (7.3%) | 62 (8.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 128 (8.0%) | 64 (4.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 9 (1.7%) | 5 (1.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 42 (13.2%) | 44 (11.5%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (3.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 32 (4.2%) | 5 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 94 (5.9%) | 204 (13.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 20 (3.9%) | 99 (19.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 87 (27.4%) | 118 (30.7%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 3 (0.4%) | 7 (1.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 12 (1.6%) | 28 (3.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 70 (4.4%) | 48 (3.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1 (0.2%) | 12 (2.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 43 (13.5%) | 38 (9.9%) |
Technology Access in Coffey County
Computing Device Access in Coffey County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,710 | 76.5% |
| Smartphone | 3,109 | 87.7% |
| Tablet | 2,167 | 61.2% |
| No Computing Device | 205 | 5.8% |
| Total | 3,543 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Coffey County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 26 | 0.7% |
| Broadband Home | 1,921 | 54.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 705 | 19.9% |
| Satellite Internet | 453 | 12.8% |
| No Internet | 456 | 12.9% |
| Total | 3,543 | 100.0% |
Coffey County Summary
Coffey County is located in the east-central part of the state of Kansas. It is bordered by Anderson County to the north, Osage County to the east, Greenwood County to the south, and Lyon County to the west. The county seat is Burlington, and the largest city is LeRoy. The county was named for Colonel A. Coffey, a veteran of the Mexican-American War.
History
Coffey County was established in 1855 and was one of the original 33 counties in the state of Kansas. The county was originally part of the Osage Indian Reservation, which was established in 1825. The first settlers arrived in the area in the late 1840s, and the county was officially organized in 1855.
The county was home to several Native American tribes, including the Osage, Kaw, and Pawnee. The first white settlers in the area were mostly farmers and ranchers, and the county quickly became an agricultural center. The county was also home to several small towns, including Burlington, LeRoy, and Gridley.
The county was also home to several Civil War battles, including the Battle of Mine Creek in 1864. The county was also home to several Civil War veterans, including Colonel A. Coffey, for whom the county was named.
Geography
Coffey County is located in the east-central part of the state of Kansas. It is bordered by Anderson County to the north, Osage County to the east, Greenwood County to the south, and Lyon County to the west. The county covers an area of 576 square miles, and is mostly flat with rolling hills. The county is drained by the Neosho River and its tributaries.
The county is home to several state parks, including the Coffey County State Park, which is located in the northern part of the county. The park features a variety of outdoor activities, including camping, fishing, and hiking.
Economy
Coffey County is primarily an agricultural county, with the majority of the land being used for farming and ranching. The county is home to several large farms, including the Coffey County Farm Bureau, which is the largest farm in the county. The county is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.
The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including the Coffey County Manufacturing Company, which produces a variety of products, including furniture, clothing, and automotive parts. The county is also home to several energy companies, including the Coffey County Wind Farm, which produces electricity from wind turbines.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Coffey County was 8,945. The population is mostly white (94.2%), with small percentages of African American (2.2%), Native American (0.7%), Asian (0.4%), and other races (2.5%). The median household income in the county is $45,845, and the median home value is $97,400. The county has a poverty rate of 11.2%.
Conclusion
Coffey County is located in the east-central part of the state of Kansas. It was established in 1855 and was originally part of the Osage Indian Reservation. The county is primarily an agricultural county, with the majority of the land being used for farming and ranching. The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, energy companies, and small businesses. The population of the county is mostly white, with small percentages of African American, Native American, Asian, and other races. The median household income in the county is $45,845, and the median home value is $97,400.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Coffey County?
Total Population of Coffey County is 8,334.
What is the Total Male Population of Coffey County?
Total Male Population of Coffey County is 4,191.
What is the Total Female Population of Coffey County?
Total Female Population of Coffey County is 4,143.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Coffey County?
There are 101.16 Males per 100 Females in Coffey County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Coffey County?
There are 98.85 Females per 100 Males in Coffey County.
What is the Median Population Age in Coffey County?
Median Population Age in Coffey County is 43.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Coffey County
Average Family Size in Coffey County is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Coffey County
Average Household Size in Coffey County is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Coffey County?
Per Capita income in Coffey County is $35,984.
What is the Median Family Income in Coffey County?
Median Family Income in Coffey County is $85,096.
What is the Median Household income in Coffey County?
Median Household Income in Coffey County is $67,645.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Coffey County?
Income or Wage Gap in Coffey County is 38.3%.
Women in Coffey County earn 61.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Coffey County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Coffey County is 0.39.
How Large is the Labor Force in Coffey County?
There are 4,207 People in the Labor Forcein in Coffey County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Coffey County?
62.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Coffey County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Coffey County?
Unemployment Rate in Coffey County is 5.3%.