Neosho County, KS
Neosho County Map
Neosho County Overview
15,826
TOTAL POPULATION
7,835
MALE POPULATION
7,991
FEMALE POPULATION
98.05
MALES / 100 FEMALES
101.99
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,850
PER CAPITA INCOME
$72,116
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$54,894
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
33.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
66.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,048
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
7,397
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
59.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Neosho County Area Codes
Race in Neosho County
The most populous races in Neosho County are White / Caucasian (14,611 | 92.3%), Hispanic or Latino (1,001 | 6.3%), and Two or more Races (845 | 5.3%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 88 | 0.6% |
| Black / African American | 192 | 1.2% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,001 | 6.3% |
| Native / Alaskan | 20 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 14,611 | 92.3% |
| Two or more Races | 845 | 5.3% |
| Some other Race | 70 | 0.4% |
| Total | 15,826 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Neosho County
The most populous ancestries reported in Neosho County are German (3,847 | 24.3%), English (1,936 | 12.2%), American (1,524 | 9.6%), Irish (1,473 | 9.3%), and Mexican (788 | 5.0%), together accounting for 60.5% of all Neosho County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 15 | 0.1% |
| American | 1,524 | 9.6% |
| Austrian | 20 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 6 | 0.0% |
| Brazilian | 10 | 0.1% |
| British | 33 | 0.2% |
| Burmese | 31 | 0.2% |
| Celtic | 6 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 106 | 0.7% |
| Cherokee | 160 | 1.0% |
| Chippewa | 1 | 0.0% |
| Choctaw | 31 | 0.2% |
| Costa Rican | 5 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 7 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 27 | 0.2% |
| Czechoslovakian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 11 | 0.1% |
| Delaware | 1 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 371 | 2.3% |
| Eastern European | 9 | 0.1% |
| English | 1,936 | 12.2% |
| European | 195 | 1.2% |
| Finnish | 2 | 0.0% |
| French | 504 | 3.2% |
| French Canadian | 38 | 0.2% |
| German | 3,847 | 24.3% |
| Greek | 1 | 0.0% |
| Guatemalan | 97 | 0.6% |
| Honduran | 4 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 50 | 0.3% |
| Indian (Asian) | 9 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 1,473 | 9.3% |
| Israeli | 4 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 259 | 1.6% |
| Jamaican | 6 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 99 | 0.6% |
| Lithuanian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 788 | 5.0% |
| Northern European | 1 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 42 | 0.3% |
| Osage | 10 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 109 | 0.7% |
| Potawatomi | 3 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 6 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Scotch-Irish | 155 | 1.0% |
| Scottish | 77 | 0.5% |
| Sioux | 40 | 0.3% |
| Spanish | 67 | 0.4% |
| Subsaharan African | 21 | 0.1% |
| Sudanese | 6 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 174 | 1.1% |
| Swiss | 25 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 74 | 0.5% | View All 57 Rows |
Immigrants in Neosho County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Neosho County came from Latin America (123 | 0.8%), Asia (108 | 0.7%), Central America (95 | 0.6%), Mexico (91 | 0.6%), and Philippines (87 | 0.5%), together accounting for 3.2% of all Neosho County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 21 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 108 | 0.7% |
| Brazil | 21 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 5 | 0.0% |
| Caribbean | 7 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 95 | 0.6% |
| China | 9 | 0.1% |
| Cuba | 7 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 21 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 21 | 0.1% |
| England | 35 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 81 | 0.5% |
| Germany | 6 | 0.0% |
| Honduras | 4 | 0.0% |
| Japan | 12 | 0.1% |
| Kenya | 15 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 123 | 0.8% |
| Mexico | 91 | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | 17 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 35 | 0.2% |
| Philippines | 87 | 0.5% |
| South America | 21 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 87 | 0.5% |
| Southern Europe | 23 | 0.2% |
| Spain | 23 | 0.2% |
| Western Europe | 23 | 0.2% | View All 26 Rows |
Sex and Age in Neosho County
Sex and Age in Neosho County
The most populous age groups in Neosho County are 15 to 19 Years (624 | 8.0%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (650 | 8.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 577 (7.4%) | 426 (5.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 492 (6.3%) | 514 (6.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 606 (7.7%) | 569 (7.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 624 (8.0%) | 650 (8.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 458 (5.9%) | 399 (5.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 404 (5.2%) | 410 (5.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 479 (6.1%) | 408 (5.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 370 (4.7%) | 476 (6.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 442 (5.6%) | 429 (5.4%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 446 (5.7%) | 372 (4.7%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 478 (6.1%) | 478 (6.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 482 (6.1%) | 634 (7.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 576 (7.3%) | 450 (5.6%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 507 (6.5%) | 512 (6.4%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 335 (4.3%) | 436 (5.5%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 278 (3.5%) | 339 (4.2%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 124 (1.6%) | 229 (2.9%) |
| 85 Years and over | 157 (2.0%) | 260 (3.3%) |
| Total | 7,835 (100.0%) | 7,991 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Neosho County
Median Family Size in Neosho County
The median family size in Neosho County is 3.05 persons per family, with single female/mother families (715 | 17.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.23 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (2,962 | 73.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.00 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,962 (73.4%) | 3.00 |
| Single Male/Father | 358 (8.9%) | 3.15 |
| Single Female/Mother | 715 (17.7%) | 3.23 |
| Total Families | 4,035 (100.0%) | 3.05 |
Median Household Size in Neosho County
The median household size in Neosho County is 2.47 persons per household, with single female/mother households (715 | 11.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.54 persons per household. non-family households (2,172 | 35.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,962 (47.7%) | 3.03 |
| Single Male/Father | 358 (5.8%) | 3.53 |
| Single Female/Mother | 715 (11.5%) | 3.54 |
| Non-family | 2,172 (35.0%) | 1.18 |
| Total Households | 6,207 (100.0%) | 2.47 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Neosho County
Out of a total of 6,207 households in Neosho County, 4,035 (65.0%) are family households, while 2,172 (35.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,014, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,925.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,925 (31.0%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,014 (32.5%) | 241 (3.9%) |
| 3-Person Households | 798 (12.9%) | 3 (0.1%) |
| 4-Person Households | 665 (10.7%) | 3 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 392 (6.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 86 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 80 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,035 (65.0%) | 2,172 (35.0%) |
Female Fertility in Neosho County
Fertility by Age in Neosho County
Average fertility rate in Neosho County is 45.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 107.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 89.0% 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 | 130 (89.0%) | 107.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 16 (11.0%) | 12.0 |
| Total | 146 (100.0%) | 45.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Neosho County
65.1% of women with births (146) in Neosho County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 37.7% 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 12.5% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 81 (62.3%) | 49 (37.7%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 14 (87.5%) | 2 (12.5%) |
| Total | 95 (65.1%) | 51 (34.9%) |
Fertility by Education in Neosho County
Average fertility rate in Neosho County is 45.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 140.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 15.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 67.1% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 19 (13.0%) | 33.0 |
| High School Diploma | 10 (6.9%) | 16.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 98 (67.1%) | 67.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 7 (4.8%) | 15.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 12 (8.2%) | 140.0 |
| Total | 146 (100.0%) | 45.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Neosho County
34.9% of women with births in Neosho 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 college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 46.9% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 17 (89.5%) | 2 (10.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 9 (90.0%) | 1 (10.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 52 (53.1%) | 46 (46.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10 (83.3%) | 2 (16.7%) |
| Total | 95 (65.1%) | 51 (34.9%) |
Income in Neosho County
Income Overview in Neosho County
Per Capita Income in Neosho County is $29,850, while median incomes of families and households are $72,116 and $54,894 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 15,826 | $29,850 |
| Median Family Income | 4,035 | $72,116 |
| Mean Family Income | 4,035 | $85,331 |
| Median Household Income | 6,207 | $54,894 |
| Mean Household Income | 6,207 | $71,079 |
| Income Deficit | 4,035 | $12,048 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 15,826 | 33.52% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 15,826 | 66.48¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 15,826 | 0.44 |
Earnings by Sex in Neosho County
Average Earnings in Neosho County are $34,226, $42,535 for men and $28,277 for women, a difference of 33.5%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 4,071 (51.0%) | $42,535 |
| Female | 3,910 (49.0%) | $28,277 |
| Total | 7,981 (100.0%) | $34,226 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Neosho County
The most common earnings brackets in Neosho County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (618 | 15.2%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (507 | 13.0%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 111 (2.7%) | 222 (5.7%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 225 (5.5%) | 141 (3.6%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 128 (3.1%) | 213 (5.4%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 77 (1.9%) | 110 (2.8%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 79 (1.9%) | 243 (6.2%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 149 (3.7%) | 148 (3.8%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 24 (0.6%) | 80 (2.1%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 72 (1.8%) | 97 (2.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 14 (0.3%) | 174 (4.4%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 164 (4.0%) | 246 (6.3%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 281 (6.9%) | 507 (13.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 340 (8.4%) | 257 (6.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 162 (4.0%) | 178 (4.5%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 316 (7.8%) | 104 (2.7%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 290 (7.1%) | 205 (5.2%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 162 (4.0%) | 179 (4.6%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 262 (6.4%) | 239 (6.1%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 267 (6.6%) | 277 (7.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 618 (15.2%) | 166 (4.3%) |
| $100,000+ | 330 (8.1%) | 124 (3.2%) |
| Total | 4,071 (100.0%) | 3,910 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Neosho County
Average earnings in Neosho County are $46,992 for men and $32,750 for women, a difference of 30.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $83,833, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $40,217. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $53,750, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $26,082.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $62,583 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $40,217 | $26,082 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $50,037 | $31,302 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $78,942 | $51,917 |
| Graduate Degree | $83,833 | $53,750 |
| Total | $46,992 | $32,750 |
Family Income in Neosho County
Family Income Brackets in Neosho County
According to the Neosho County family income data, there are 835 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 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 73 families (1.8%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 190 | 4.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 73 | 1.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 157 | 3.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 327 | 8.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 508 | 12.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 835 | 20.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 819 | 20.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 642 | 15.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 262 | 6.5% |
| $200,000+ | 222 | 5.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Neosho County
6-person families (79 | 2.0%) account for the highest median family income in Neosho County with $132,228 per family, while 2-person families (2,215 | 54.9%) have the highest median income of $35,395 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,215 (54.9%) | $70,790 |
| 3-Person Families | 675 (16.7%) | $77,599 |
| 4-Person Families | 680 (16.9%) | $78,223 |
| 5-Person Families | 312 (7.7%) | $68,357 |
| 6-Person Families | 79 (2.0%) | $132,228 |
| 7+ Person Families | 74 (1.8%) | $61,397 |
| Total | 4,035 (100.0%) | $72,116 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Neosho County
The median family income in Neosho County is $72,116, with families comprising 2 earners (1,499) having the highest median family income of $98,417, while families with no earners (765) have the lowest median family income of $46,227, accounting for 37.1% and 19.0% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 765 (19.0%) | $46,227 |
| 1 Earner | 1,432 (35.5%) | $53,710 |
| 2 Earners | 1,499 (37.1%) | $98,417 |
| 3+ Earners | 339 (8.4%) | $93,750 |
| Total | 4,035 (100.0%) | $72,116 |
Household Income in Neosho County
Household Income Brackets in Neosho County
With 1,111 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Neosho County, accounting for 17.9% of all households. In contrast, only 236 households (3.8%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 310 | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 416 | 6.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 652 | 10.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 565 | 9.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 869 | 14.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,111 | 17.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,080 | 17.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 670 | 10.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 298 | 4.8% |
| $200,000+ | 236 | 3.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Neosho County
The median household income in Neosho County is $54,894, with the highest median household income of $69,147 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,159 households (34.8%) 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 279 households (4.5%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 279 (4.5%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,703 (27.4%) | $68,245 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,159 (34.8%) | $69,147 |
| 65+ Years | 2,066 (33.3%) | $43,646 |
| Total | 6,207 (100.0%) | $54,894 |
Poverty in Neosho County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Neosho County
With 13.4% poverty level for males and 16.5% for females among the residents of Neosho County, under 5 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 197 males (35.2%) and 62 females (27.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 197 (35.2%) | 69 (16.7%) |
| 5 Years | 11 (9.2%) | 25 (23.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 16 (3.2%) | 88 (15.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 91 (19.2%) | 92 (24.1%) |
| 15 Years | 25 (22.3%) | 12 (12.2%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 78 (33.5%) | 62 (27.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 148 (26.2%) | 146 (25.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 113 (12.8%) | 206 (25.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 50 (6.2%) | 114 (12.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 102 (11.2%) | 92 (10.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 101 (9.7%) | 131 (12.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 41 (4.9%) | 96 (10.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 36 (7.1%) | 144 (18.3%) |
| Total | 1,009 (13.4%) | 1,277 (16.5%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Neosho County
According to the poverty statistics in Neosho County, males aged 6 to 11 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 96.8% of males and 89.7% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 363 (64.8%) | 345 (83.3%) |
| 5 Years | 108 (90.8%) | 82 (76.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 481 (96.8%) | 484 (84.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 383 (80.8%) | 290 (75.9%) |
| 15 Years | 87 (77.7%) | 86 (87.8%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 155 (66.5%) | 167 (72.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 417 (73.8%) | 429 (74.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 768 (87.2%) | 612 (74.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 751 (93.8%) | 791 (87.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 812 (88.8%) | 758 (89.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 936 (90.3%) | 943 (87.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 801 (95.1%) | 834 (89.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 471 (92.9%) | 641 (81.7%) |
| Total | 6,533 (86.6%) | 6,462 (83.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Neosho County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Neosho County show that 5.8% or 172 of the total 2,962 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 73.9%, comprising of 17 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.9%, which includes 9 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,787 (94.1%) | 113 (5.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 776 (95.9%) | 33 (4.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 221 (96.1%) | 9 (3.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 6 (26.1%) | 17 (73.9%) |
| Total | 2,790 (94.2%) | 172 (5.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Neosho County
According to the poverty data in Neosho County, 10.1% or 36 single-father households and 31.5% or 225 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 35 households (14.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 127 households (63.8%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 1 (2.0%) | 1 (0.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 35 (14.3%) | 96 (26.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 127 (63.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (9.1%) |
| Total | 36 (10.1%) | 225 (31.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Neosho County
The poverty data for Neosho County shows that 172 of the married-couple family households (5.8%) and 261 of the single-parent households (24.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 households (73.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 127 household (48.5%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 113 (5.9%) | 2 (1.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 33 (4.1%) | 131 (21.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 9 (3.9%) | 127 (48.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 17 (73.9%) | 1 (9.1%) |
| Total | 172 (5.8%) | 261 (24.3%) |
Employment Characteristics in Neosho County
Employment by Class of Employer in Neosho County
Among the 6,901 employed individuals in Neosho County, private company employees (4,477 | 64.9%), local government employees (763 | 11.1%), and state government employees (608 | 8.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 4,477 | 64.9% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 164 | 2.4% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 519 | 7.5% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 261 | 3.8% |
| Local Government Employees | 763 | 11.1% |
| State Government Employees | 608 | 8.8% |
| Federal Government Employees | 90 | 1.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 19 | 0.3% |
| Total | 6,901 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Neosho County
According to the labor force statistics for Neosho County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (12,432), 59.5% or 7,397 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.5% or 333 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 88.0% or 716 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 16.9% or 58 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 343 (32.2%) | 58 (16.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 622 (72.6%) | 15 (2.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 716 (88.0%) | 57 (8.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 680 (76.7%) | 74 (10.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,439 (83.8%) | 39 (2.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,359 (76.6%) | 16 (1.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 888 (79.6%) | 17 (1.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 567 (55.3%) | 23 (4.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 673 (37.6%) | 34 (5.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 117 (8.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,397 (59.5%) | 333 (4.5%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Neosho County
According to labor force statistics for Neosho County, 77.0% of individuals (5,647) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (7,334) are in the labor force, with 4.0% or 226 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 86.1% or 2,654 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 21.7% or 67 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 309 (57.1%) | 117 (21.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,411 (64.8%) | 72 (3.3%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,654 (86.1%) | 111 (3.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,273 (83.1%) | 20 (1.3%) |
| Total | 5,647 (77.0%) | 293 (4.0%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Neosho County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Neosho County are Community & Social Service (693 | 9.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (595 | 8.4%), Management (535 | 7.6%), Education Instruction & Library (431 | 6.1%), and Business & Financial (423 | 6.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Neosho County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (99.5%), Architecture & Engineering (98.9%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (93.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (86.4%), and Education Instruction & Library (86.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 405 (75.7%) | 130 (24.3%) |
| Business & Financial | 203 (48.0%) | 220 (52.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 273 (93.2%) | 20 (6.8%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 180 (99.5%) | 1 (0.5%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 93 (98.9%) | 1 (1.1%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 108 (15.6%) | 585 (84.4%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 17 (13.6%) | 108 (86.4%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 12 (41.4%) | 17 (58.6%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 59 (13.7%) | 372 (86.3%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 20 (18.5%) | 88 (81.5%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 121 (20.3%) | 474 (79.7%) |
| Health Technologists | 57 (21.1%) | 213 (78.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,110 (43.7%) | 1,429 (56.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,621 (51.2%) | 3,449 (48.8%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Neosho County are Food Preparation & Serving (357 | 5.1%), Healthcare Support (295 | 4.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (273 | 3.9%), Personal Care & Service (102 | 1.4%), and Security & Protection (54 | 0.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Neosho County, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (97.3%), Food Preparation & Serving (59.4%), and Personal Care & Service (57.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 8 (2.7%) | 287 (97.3%) |
| Security & Protection | 54 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 145 (40.6%) | 212 (59.4%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 128 (46.9%) | 145 (53.1%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 43 (42.2%) | 59 (57.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 378 (35.0%) | 703 (65.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,621 (51.2%) | 3,449 (48.8%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Neosho County are Office & Administration (795 | 11.2%), and Sales & Related (666 | 9.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 279 (41.9%) | 387 (58.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 145 (18.2%) | 650 (81.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 424 (29.0%) | 1,037 (71.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,621 (51.2%) | 3,449 (48.8%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Neosho County are Construction & Extraction (463 | 6.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (278 | 3.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (76 | 1.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 67 (88.2%) | 9 (11.8%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 438 (94.6%) | 25 (5.4%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 278 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 783 (95.8%) | 34 (4.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,621 (51.2%) | 3,449 (48.8%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Neosho County are Production (766 | 10.8%), Material Moving (264 | 3.7%), and Transportation (142 | 2.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 540 (70.5%) | 226 (29.5%) |
| Transportation | 129 (90.8%) | 13 (9.1%) |
| Material Moving | 257 (97.4%) | 7 (2.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 926 (79.0%) | 246 (21.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,621 (51.2%) | 3,449 (48.8%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Neosho County
Employment Industries in Neosho County
The major employment industries in Neosho County include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,195 | 16.9%), Manufacturing (1,154 | 16.3%), Retail Trade (1,042 | 14.7%), Educational Services (691 | 9.8%), and Public Administration (427 | 6.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Neosho County
The Neosho County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Enterprise Management (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (97.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (87.1%), and Educational Services (74.5%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 324 (94.5%) | 19 (5.5%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 327 (90.6%) | 34 (9.4%) |
| Manufacturing | 867 (75.1%) | 287 (24.9%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 93 (97.9%) | 2 (2.1%) |
| Retail Trade | 554 (53.2%) | 488 (46.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 196 (77.2%) | 58 (22.8%) |
| Utilities | 106 (93.0%) | 8 (7.0%) |
| Information | 41 (45.6%) | 49 (54.4%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 140 (51.8%) | 130 (48.1%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 93 (59.2%) | 64 (40.8%) |
| Enterprise Management | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 102 (57.0%) | 77 (43.0%) |
| Educational Services | 176 (25.5%) | 515 (74.5%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 154 (12.9%) | 1,041 (87.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 7 (35.0%) | 13 (65.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 112 (29.9%) | 262 (70.1%) |
| Public Administration | 126 (29.5%) | 301 (70.5%) |
| Total | 3,621 (51.2%) | 3,449 (48.8%) |
Education in Neosho County
School Enrollment in Neosho County
The most common levels of schooling among the 4,081 students in Neosho County are middle school (1,129 | 27.7%), college / undergraduate (793 | 19.4%), and high school (792 | 19.4%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 375 | 9.2% |
| Kindergarten | 247 | 6.0% |
| Elementary School | 638 | 15.6% |
| Middle School | 1,129 | 27.7% |
| High School | 792 | 19.4% |
| College / Undergraduate | 793 | 19.4% |
| Graduate / Professional | 107 | 2.6% |
| Total | 4,081 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Neosho County
Out of a total of 4,081 students who are enrolled in schools in Neosho County, 490 (12.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,591 (88.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 22 (36.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 396 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 194 (82.2%) | 42 (17.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 726 (72.6%) | 274 (27.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,099 (93.5%) | 76 (6.5%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 633 (95.1%) | 33 (5.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 396 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 330 (96.8%) | 11 (3.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 173 (84.0%) | 33 (16.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 39 (63.9%) | 22 (36.1%) |
| Total | 3,591 (88.0%) | 490 (12.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Neosho County
Education (627 | 27.3%), business (542 | 23.6%), science & technology (255 | 11.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (216 | 9.4%), and arts & humanities (171 | 7.4%) are the most common fields of study among 2,300 individuals in Neosho County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 67 | 2.9% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 216 | 9.4% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 4 | 0.2% |
| Psychology | 125 | 5.4% |
| Social Sciences | 33 | 1.4% |
| Engineering | 102 | 4.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 255 | 11.1% |
| Business | 542 | 23.6% |
| Education | 627 | 27.3% |
| Literature & Languages | 25 | 1.1% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 76 | 3.3% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 41 | 1.8% |
| Communications | 16 | 0.7% |
| Arts & Humanities | 171 | 7.4% |
| Total | 2,300 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Neosho County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Neosho County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Neosho County are males with 2 vehicles (1,419, accounting for 39.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,195, making up 42.9%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 16 (0.4%) | 35 (1.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 479 (13.5%) | 904 (27.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,419 (39.9%) | 1,195 (36.1%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 895 (25.2%) | 707 (21.4%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 499 (14.0%) | 324 (9.8%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 251 (7.0%) | 145 (4.4%) |
| Total | 3,559 (100.0%) | 3,310 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Neosho County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Neosho County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,908 commuters, 29.3%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,163 commuters, 17.8%), and 20 to 24 minutes (774 commuters, 11.9%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 759 | 11.7% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,908 | 29.3% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,163 | 17.8% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 641 | 9.8% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 774 | 11.9% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 235 | 3.6% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 423 | 6.5% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 152 | 2.3% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 156 | 2.4% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 147 | 2.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 79 | 1.2% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 78 | 1.2% |
Commute Time by Sex in Neosho County
The most common commute times in Neosho County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,052 commuters, 31.1%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (856 commuters, 27.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 361 (10.7%) | 398 (12.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,052 (31.1%) | 856 (27.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 546 (16.2%) | 617 (19.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 289 (8.6%) | 352 (11.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 399 (11.8%) | 375 (11.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 147 (4.3%) | 88 (2.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 237 (7.0%) | 186 (5.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 103 (3.0%) | 49 (1.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 110 (3.3%) | 46 (1.5%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 71 (2.1%) | 76 (2.4%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 19 (0.6%) | 60 (1.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 44 (1.3%) | 34 (1.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Neosho County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Neosho County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (517, 15.3%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (769, 24.5%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 138 (4.1%) | 87 (2.8%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 228 (6.8%) | 146 (4.6%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 341 (10.1%) | 145 (4.6%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 317 (9.4%) | 215 (6.9%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 491 (14.5%) | 130 (4.1%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 480 (14.2%) | 428 (13.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 517 (15.3%) | 769 (24.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 194 (5.7%) | 381 (12.1%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 2 (0.1%) | 154 (4.9%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 156 (4.6%) | 292 (9.3%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 87 (2.6%) | 11 (0.4%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 18 (0.5%) | 43 (1.4%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 199 (5.9%) | 127 (4.1%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 210 (6.2%) | 209 (6.7%) |
| Total | 3,378 (100.0%) | 3,137 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Neosho County
Occupancy by Ownership in Neosho County
Of the total 6,207 dwellings in Neosho County, owner-occupied units account for 4,694 (75.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,513 (24.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 4,694 | 75.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,513 | 24.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 6,207 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Neosho County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,925 | 31.0% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,255 | 36.3% |
| 3-Person Household | 801 | 12.9% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,226 | 19.8% |
| Total Housing Units | 6,207 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Neosho County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,328 (69.0%) | 597 (31.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,796 (79.6%) | 459 (20.3%) |
| 3-Person Household | 613 (76.5%) | 188 (23.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 957 (78.1%) | 269 (21.9%) |
| Total Housing Units | 4,694 (75.6%) | 1,513 (24.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Neosho County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 256 (60.7%) | 166 (39.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,099 (63.2%) | 639 (36.8%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,149 (79.0%) | 571 (21.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,190 (89.7%) | 137 (10.3%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Neosho County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,260 | 20.3% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 722 | 11.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 998 | 16.1% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,161 | 18.7% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,179 | 19.0% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 559 | 9.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 328 | 5.3% |
| Total | 6,207 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Neosho County
Median Income by Occupancy in Neosho County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 4,694 (75.6%) | $68,836 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,513 (24.4%) | $26,094 |
| Average | 6,207 (100.0%) | $54,894 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Neosho County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 75 (1.6%) | 138 (9.1%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 50 (1.1%) | 45 (3.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 182 (3.9%) | 234 (15.5%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 204 (4.3%) | 66 (4.4%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 128 (2.7%) | 256 (16.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 380 (8.1%) | 186 (12.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 609 (13.0%) | 260 (17.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 951 (20.3%) | 160 (10.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 963 (20.5%) | 119 (7.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 666 (14.2%) | 6 (0.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 486 (10.3%) | 43 (2.8%) |
| Total | 4,694 (100.0%) | 1,513 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Neosho County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 325 (6.9%) | 110 (7.3%) |
| $300 to $499 | 839 (17.9%) | 239 (15.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,198 (25.5%) | 684 (45.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 882 (18.8%) | 124 (8.2%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 736 (15.7%) | 127 (8.4%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 369 (7.9%) | 14 (0.9%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 216 (4.6%) | 15 (1.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 97 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 32 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,694 (100.0%) | 1,513 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Neosho County
Housing Structures in Neosho County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,140 | 82.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 66 | 1.1% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 140 | 2.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 106 | 1.7% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 141 | 2.3% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 213 | 3.4% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 401 | 6.5% |
| Total | 6,207 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Neosho County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,314 (83.9%) | 826 (16.1%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 48 (72.7%) | 18 (27.3%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 6 (4.3%) | 134 (95.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 106 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 141 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 213 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 326 (81.3%) | 75 (18.7%) |
| Total | 4,694 (75.6%) | 1,513 (24.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Neosho County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 34 (0.7%) | 119 (7.9%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 91 (1.9%) | 186 (12.3%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,426 (30.4%) | 736 (48.6%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,947 (41.5%) | 402 (26.6%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,196 (25.5%) | 70 (4.6%) |
| Total | 4,694 (100.0%) | 1,513 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Neosho County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 2,932 (62.5%) | 650 (43.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 880 (18.8%) | 56 (3.7%) |
| Electricity | 541 (11.5%) | 780 (51.5%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 341 (7.3%) | 17 (1.1%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (0.7%) |
| Total | 4,694 (100.0%) | 1,513 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Neosho County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 137 (2.9%) | 218 (14.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,192 (25.4%) | 841 (55.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,703 (36.3%) | 340 (22.5%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,662 (35.4%) | 114 (7.5%) |
| Total | 4,694 (100.0%) | 1,513 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Neosho County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Neosho County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,342 | 2,352 |
| Median Property Value | $94,400 | $106,900 |
| Median Household Income | $52,733 | $349 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $504 | $32 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,412 | $6 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Neosho County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 670 (28.6%) | 200 (8.5%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 592 (25.3%) | 906 (38.5%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 971 (41.5%) | 1,007 (42.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 93 (4.0%) | 184 (7.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 8 (0.3%) | 55 (2.3%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 8 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,342 (100.0%) | 2,352 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Neosho County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 71 (3.0%) | 7 (0.3%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 341 (14.6%) | 54 (2.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 274 (11.7%) | 173 (7.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 408 (17.4%) | 106 (4.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 422 (18.0%) | 201 (8.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 395 (16.9%) | 529 (22.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 294 (12.6%) | 568 (24.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 137 (5.9%) | 372 (15.8%) |
| Total | 2,342 (100.0%) | 2,352 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Neosho County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,435 (61.3%) | 77,957 (3,314.5%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 317 (13.5%) | 1,501 (63.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 102 (4.4%) | 427 (18.1%) |
| 4.0x or more | 456 (19.5%) | 110 (4.7%) |
| Total | 2,342 (100.0%) | 2,352 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Neosho County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 662 (28.3%) | 9 (0.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 578 (24.7%) | 387 (16.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,089 (46.5%) | 792 (33.7%) |
| Total | 2,342 (100.0%) | 2,352 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Neosho County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Neosho County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,065 (86.2%) | 170 (13.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,762 (94.5%) | 162 (5.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 963 (75.7%) | 309 (24.3%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,267 (81.2%) | 294 (18.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,404 (82.3%) | 302 (17.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,485 (84.2%) | 279 (15.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,799 (85.2%) | 312 (14.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,771 (99.9%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,292 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 13,808 (88.3%) | 1,829 (11.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Neosho County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,065 (86.2%) | 170 (13.8%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,762 (94.5%) | 162 (5.5%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 963 (75.7%) | 309 (24.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Neosho County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,760 (79.1%) | 464 (20.9%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,645 (84.3%) | 491 (15.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,880 (88.2%) | 384 (11.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,659 (86.7%) | 407 (13.3%) |
| $100,000 and over | 3,570 (98.0%) | 74 (2.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Neosho County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 544 (44.1%) | 548 (44.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 918 (31.4%) | 1,945 (66.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 158 (12.4%) | 853 (67.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 366 (23.4%) | 926 (59.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 164 (9.6%) | 1,296 (76.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 219 (12.4%) | 1,294 (73.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 259 (12.3%) | 1,606 (76.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,654 (93.3%) | 1,119 (63.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,292 (100.0%) | 914 (70.7%) |
| Total | 5,574 (35.6%) | 10,501 (67.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Neosho County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 157 (10.9%) | 118 (8.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 297 (18.6%) | 82 (5.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 689 (25.0%) | 612 (21.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 271 (32.2%) | 159 (17.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 268 (52.9%) | 432 (55.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Neosho County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 5 (0.4%) | 38 (2.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 4 (0.3%) | 15 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 354 (12.9%) | 290 (10.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 175 (20.8%) | 24 (2.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 148 (29.2%) | 190 (24.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 41 (2.8%) | 29 (2.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 122 (7.6%) | 26 (1.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 74 (2.7%) | 166 (5.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 13 (1.5%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 69 (13.6%) | 106 (13.5%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 148 (10.3%) | 51 (3.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 258 (16.2%) | 53 (3.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 229 (8.3%) | 259 (9.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 22 (2.6%) | 20 (2.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 117 (23.1%) | 143 (18.2%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 12 (0.7%) | 20 (1.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 300 (10.9%) | 360 (12.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 95 (11.3%) | 116 (12.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 146 (28.8%) | 285 (36.3%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 44 (2.8%) | 10 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 134 (4.9%) | 145 (5.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 38 (4.5%) | 48 (5.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 65 (12.8%) | 99 (12.6%) |
Technology Access in Neosho County
Computing Device Access in Neosho County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 4,262 | 68.7% |
| Smartphone | 4,891 | 78.8% |
| Tablet | 3,363 | 54.2% |
| No Computing Device | 744 | 12.0% |
| Total | 6,207 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Neosho County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 5 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 3,827 | 61.7% |
| Cellular Data Only | 547 | 8.8% |
| Satellite Internet | 839 | 13.5% |
| No Internet | 1,212 | 19.5% |
| Total | 6,207 | 100.0% |
Neosho County Summary
Neosho County is located in the southeastern corner of Kansas, and is bordered by the states of Missouri and Oklahoma. The county seat is Erie, and the county is named after the Neosho River, which flows through the county. Neosho County has a total area of 576 square miles, and a population of 16,521 as of the 2010 census.
History
Neosho County was established in 1864, and was originally part of the Cherokee Nation. The county was named after the Neosho River, which flows through the county. The first settlers in the area were mostly of German and Irish descent, and the county was primarily an agricultural area.
In the late 19th century, the county experienced a period of growth and development, with the construction of the Missouri Pacific Railroad in 1887. This allowed for the development of towns such as Chanute, Erie, and St. Paul.
In the early 20th century, Neosho County experienced a period of economic growth, with the development of oil and gas fields in the area. This led to the development of several oil and gas companies, such as the Neosho Oil Company and the Neosho Gas Company.
Geography
Neosho County is located in the southeastern corner of Kansas, and is bordered by the states of Missouri and Oklahoma. The county has a total area of 576 square miles, and is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the county. The Neosho River flows through the county, and there are several small lakes and ponds in the area.
The climate of Neosho County is generally mild, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is around 54 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average annual precipitation is around 36 inches.
Economy
The economy of Neosho County is primarily based on agriculture, with corn, soybeans, and wheat being the main crops. The county also has a strong manufacturing sector, with several companies located in the area. The county is also home to several oil and gas companies, as well as several wind farms.
The unemployment rate in Neosho County is around 4.2%, which is lower than the national average. The median household income in the county is around $45,000, which is slightly lower than the national average.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Neosho County had a population of 16,521. The racial makeup of the county was 94.3% White, 1.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
The median age in Neosho County is around 40 years old, and the median household income is around $45,000. The poverty rate in the county is around 13.5%, which is slightly higher than the national average.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Neosho County?
Total Population of Neosho County is 15,826.
What is the Total Male Population of Neosho County?
Total Male Population of Neosho County is 7,835.
What is the Total Female Population of Neosho County?
Total Female Population of Neosho County is 7,991.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Neosho County?
There are 98.05 Males per 100 Females in Neosho County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Neosho County?
There are 101.99 Females per 100 Males in Neosho County.
What is the Median Population Age in Neosho County?
Median Population Age in Neosho County is 40.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Neosho County
Average Family Size in Neosho County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Neosho County
Average Household Size in Neosho County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Neosho County?
Per Capita income in Neosho County is $29,850.
What is the Median Family Income in Neosho County?
Median Family Income in Neosho County is $72,116.
What is the Median Household income in Neosho County?
Median Household Income in Neosho County is $54,894.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Neosho County?
Income or Wage Gap in Neosho County is 33.5%.
Women in Neosho County earn 66.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Neosho County?
Family Income Deficit in Neosho County is $12,048.
Families that are below poverty line in Neosho County earn $12,048 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Neosho County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Neosho County is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Neosho County?
There are 7,397 People in the Labor Forcein in Neosho County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Neosho County?
59.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Neosho County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Neosho County?
Unemployment Rate in Neosho County is 4.5%.