Wallace County, KS
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Wallace County Overview
1,489
TOTAL POPULATION
774
MALE POPULATION
715
FEMALE POPULATION
108.25
MALES / 100 FEMALES
92.38
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.1
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,406
PER CAPITA INCOME
$79,271
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$57,708
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
38.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
61.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,994
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
731
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Wallace County Area Codes
Race in Wallace County
The most populous races in Wallace County are White / Caucasian (1,362 | 91.5%), Hispanic or Latino (101 | 6.8%), and Two or more Races (57 | 3.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 9 | 0.6% |
| Black / African American | 10 | 0.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 101 | 6.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 9 | 0.6% |
| White / Caucasian | 1,362 | 91.5% |
| Two or more Races | 57 | 3.8% |
| Some other Race | 42 | 2.8% |
| Total | 1,489 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Wallace County
The most populous ancestries reported in Wallace County are German (515 | 34.6%), English (198 | 13.3%), Irish (145 | 9.7%), Mexican (92 | 6.2%), and American (86 | 5.8%), together accounting for 69.6% of all Wallace County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 86 | 5.8% |
| Cherokee | 8 | 0.5% |
| Croatian | 1 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 1 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 11 | 0.7% |
| Dutch | 19 | 1.3% |
| English | 198 | 13.3% |
| European | 38 | 2.5% |
| Finnish | 1 | 0.1% |
| French | 12 | 0.8% |
| French Canadian | 3 | 0.2% |
| German | 515 | 34.6% |
| Greek | 1 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 145 | 9.7% |
| Italian | 11 | 0.7% |
| Mexican | 92 | 6.2% |
| Mexican American Indian | 2 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 18 | 1.2% |
| Osage | 9 | 0.6% |
| Polish | 1 | 0.1% |
| Portuguese | 2 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 7 | 0.5% |
| Russian | 17 | 1.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 15 | 1.0% |
| Scottish | 16 | 1.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 9 | 0.6% |
| Swedish | 48 | 3.2% |
| Swiss | 9 | 0.6% |
| Welsh | 6 | 0.4% | View All 29 Rows |
Immigrants in Wallace County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Wallace County came from Central America (28 | 1.9%), Latin America (28 | 1.9%), Mexico (28 | 1.9%), Asia (9 | 0.6%), and South Eastern Asia (9 | 0.6%), together accounting for 6.8% of all Wallace County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 2 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 9 | 0.6% |
| Canada | 1 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 28 | 1.9% |
| Eastern Africa | 2 | 0.1% |
| Ethiopia | 2 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 28 | 1.9% |
| Mexico | 28 | 1.9% |
| South Eastern Asia | 9 | 0.6% |
| Vietnam | 9 | 0.6% | View All 10 Rows |
Sex and Age in Wallace County
Sex and Age in Wallace County
The most populous age groups in Wallace County are 65 to 69 Years (74 | 9.6%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (62 | 8.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 66 (8.5%) | 50 (7.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 62 (8.0%) | 51 (7.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 32 (4.1%) | 43 (6.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 26 (3.4%) | 48 (6.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 54 (7.0%) | 35 (4.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 55 (7.1%) | 8 (1.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 31 (4.0%) | 42 (5.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 36 (4.6%) | 56 (7.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 42 (5.4%) | 14 (2.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 30 (3.9%) | 17 (2.4%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 46 (5.9%) | 33 (4.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 49 (6.3%) | 62 (8.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 72 (9.3%) | 59 (8.3%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 74 (9.6%) | 32 (4.5%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 30 (3.9%) | 59 (8.3%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 11 (1.4%) | 18 (2.5%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 8 (1.0%) | 30 (4.2%) |
| 85 Years and over | 50 (6.5%) | 58 (8.1%) |
| Total | 774 (100.0%) | 715 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Wallace County
Median Family Size in Wallace County
The median family size in Wallace County is 2.80 persons per family, with married-couple families (313 | 75.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.14 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (56 | 13.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.41 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 313 (75.1%) | 3.14 |
| Single Male/Father | 56 (13.4%) | 1.41 |
| Single Female/Mother | 48 (11.5%) | 2.23 |
| Total Families | 417 (100.0%) | 2.80 |
Median Household Size in Wallace County
The median household size in Wallace County is 2.21 persons per household, with married-couple households (313 | 47.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.14 persons per household. non-family households (246 | 37.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.04 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 313 (47.2%) | 3.14 |
| Single Male/Father | 56 (8.5%) | 1.66 |
| Single Female/Mother | 48 (7.2%) | 2.75 |
| Non-family | 246 (37.1%) | 1.04 |
| Total Households | 663 (100.0%) | 2.21 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Wallace County
Out of a total of 663 households in Wallace County, 417 (62.9%) are family households, while 246 (37.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 218, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 233.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 233 (35.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 218 (32.9%) | 13 (2.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 99 (14.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 19 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 49 (7.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 20 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 12 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 417 (62.9%) | 246 (37.1%) |
Female Fertility in Wallace County
Fertility by Age in Wallace County
Average fertility rate in Wallace County is 197.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years have the highest fertility rate with 417.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 48.9% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 20 (44.4%) | 417.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 22 (48.9%) | 259.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 3 (6.7%) | 32.0 |
| Total | 45 (100.0%) | 197.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wallace County
48.9% of women with births (45) in Wallace County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 19 (86.4%) | 3 (13.6%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 22 (48.9%) | 23 (51.1%) |
Fertility by Education in Wallace County
Average fertility rate in Wallace County is 197.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the highest fertility rate of 435.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 37.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 60.0% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 3 (6.7%) | 100.0 |
| High School Diploma | 10 (22.2%) | 303.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 27 (60.0%) | 435.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 3 (6.7%) | 37.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 2 (4.4%) | 91.0 |
| Total | 45 (100.0%) | 197.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wallace County
51.1% of women with births in Wallace 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 college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 74.1% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 7 (70.0%) | 3 (30.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 7 (25.9%) | 20 (74.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 22 (48.9%) | 23 (51.1%) |
Income in Wallace County
Income Overview in Wallace County
Per Capita Income in Wallace County is $34,406, while median incomes of families and households are $79,271 and $57,708 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 1,489 | $34,406 |
| Median Family Income | 417 | $79,271 |
| Mean Family Income | 417 | $87,882 |
| Median Household Income | 663 | $57,708 |
| Mean Household Income | 663 | $72,338 |
| Income Deficit | 417 | $9,994 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 1,489 | 38.30% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 1,489 | 61.70¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 1,489 | 0.41 |
Earnings by Sex in Wallace County
Average Earnings in Wallace County are $38,872, $45,985 for men and $28,375 for women, a difference of 38.3%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 424 (55.7%) | $45,985 |
| Female | 337 (44.3%) | $28,375 |
| Total | 761 (100.0%) | $38,872 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wallace County
The most common earnings brackets in Wallace County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (57 | 13.4%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (48 | 14.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 13 (3.1%) | 12 (3.6%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 4 (0.9%) | 10 (3.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 22 (5.2%) | 25 (7.4%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 9 (2.1%) | 7 (2.1%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (5.6%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 2 (0.5%) | 42 (12.5%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 2 (0.5%) | 16 (4.8%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 15 (3.5%) | 6 (1.8%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (0.9%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 9 (2.1%) | 5 (1.5%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 33 (7.8%) | 30 (8.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 21 (5.0%) | 16 (4.8%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 46 (10.8%) | 32 (9.5%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 23 (5.4%) | 48 (14.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 36 (8.5%) | 19 (5.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 26 (6.1%) | 10 (3.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 19 (4.5%) | 11 (3.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 37 (8.7%) | 4 (1.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 57 (13.4%) | 22 (6.5%) |
| $100,000+ | 50 (11.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 424 (100.0%) | 337 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wallace County
Average earnings in Wallace County are $50,078 for men and $35,380 for women, a difference of 29.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $84,167, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $33,889. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $43,036, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $28,000.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $65,600 | $41,528 |
| High School Diploma | $33,889 | $35,855 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $50,391 | $28,000 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $58,333 | $40,125 |
| Graduate Degree | $84,167 | $43,036 |
| Total | $50,078 | $35,380 |
Family Income in Wallace County
Family Income Brackets in Wallace County
According to the Wallace County family income data, there are 102 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.5% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 6 families (1.4%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 6 | 1.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 23 | 5.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 18 | 4.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 37 | 8.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 47 | 11.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 64 | 15.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 102 | 24.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 74 | 17.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 37 | 8.9% |
| $200,000+ | 9 | 2.2% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wallace County
5-person families (49 | 11.7%) account for the highest median family income in Wallace County with $97,917 per family, while 2-person families (263 | 63.1%) have the highest median income of $41,172 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 263 (63.1%) | $82,344 |
| 3-Person Families | 59 (14.1%) | $80,625 |
| 4-Person Families | 14 (3.4%) | $61,250 |
| 5-Person Families | 49 (11.7%) | $97,917 |
| 6-Person Families | 20 (4.8%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 12 (2.9%) | $0 |
| Total | 417 (100.0%) | $79,271 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Wallace County
The median family income in Wallace County is $79,271, with families comprising 2 earners (189) having the highest median family income of $93,867, while families with 1 earner (136) have the lowest median family income of $45,476, accounting for 45.3% and 32.6% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 55 (13.2%) | $50,750 |
| 1 Earner | 136 (32.6%) | $45,476 |
| 2 Earners | 189 (45.3%) | $93,867 |
| 3+ Earners | 37 (8.9%) | $86,250 |
| Total | 417 (100.0%) | $79,271 |
Household Income in Wallace County
Household Income Brackets in Wallace County
With 144 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Wallace County, accounting for 21.7% of all households. In contrast, only 10 households (1.5%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 42 | 6.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 13 | 2.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 45 | 6.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 77 | 11.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 107 | 16.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 108 | 16.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 144 | 21.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 80 | 12.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 37 | 5.6% |
| $200,000+ | 10 | 1.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Wallace County
The median household income in Wallace County is $57,708, with the highest median household income of $83,750 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 221 households (33.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $43,167, with 210 households (31.7%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 55 (8.3%) | $52,938 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 177 (26.7%) | $64,028 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 221 (33.3%) | $83,750 |
| 65+ Years | 210 (31.7%) | $43,167 |
| Total | 663 (100.0%) | $57,708 |
Poverty in Wallace County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wallace County
With 12.8% poverty level for males and 18.5% for females among the residents of Wallace County, under 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 44 males (66.7%) and 28 females (45.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 44 (66.7%) | 9 (18.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 21 (30.9%) | 17 (29.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (39.1%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (45.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 2 (2.3%) | 7 (14.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 10 (13.0%) | 30 (42.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3 (4.0%) | 4 (8.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 11 (9.4%) | 5 (4.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 7 (6.7%) | 9 (9.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (12.8%) |
| Total | 98 (12.8%) | 130 (18.5%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wallace County
According to the poverty statistics in Wallace County, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 22 (33.3%) | 41 (82.0%) |
| 5 Years | 6 (100.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 47 (69.1%) | 41 (70.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 20 (100.0%) | 14 (60.9%) |
| 15 Years | 6 (100.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 17 (100.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 57 (100.0%) | 33 (54.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 84 (97.7%) | 43 (86.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 67 (87.0%) | 40 (57.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 73 (96.1%) | 46 (92.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 106 (90.6%) | 114 (95.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 97 (93.3%) | 82 (90.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 65 (100.0%) | 82 (87.2%) |
| Total | 667 (87.2%) | 571 (81.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wallace County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Wallace County show that 6.4% or 20 of the total 313 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 25.0%, comprising of 3 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.9%, which includes 4 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 207 (98.1%) | 4 (1.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 30 (96.8%) | 1 (3.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 47 (79.7%) | 12 (20.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 9 (75.0%) | 3 (25.0%) |
| Total | 293 (93.6%) | 20 (6.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wallace County
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (15.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (80.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 32 (66.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wallace County
The poverty data for Wallace County shows that 20 of the married-couple family households (6.4%) and 32 of the single-parent households (30.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (25.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 4 (1.9%) | 2 (4.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1 (3.2%) | 20 (40.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 12 (20.3%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 3 (25.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 20 (6.4%) | 32 (30.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Wallace County
Employment by Class of Employer in Wallace County
Among the 701 employed individuals in Wallace County, private company employees (345 | 49.2%), self-employed (not incorporated) (101 | 14.4%), and local government employees (91 | 13.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 345 | 49.2% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 71 | 10.1% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 101 | 14.4% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 52 | 7.4% |
| Local Government Employees | 91 | 13.0% |
| State Government Employees | 39 | 5.6% |
| Federal Government Employees | 2 | 0.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 701 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Wallace County
According to the labor force statistics for Wallace County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,167), 62.6% or 731 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.2% or 16 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 94.4% or 84 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 65 to 74 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 13.1% or 13 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 34 (60.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 84 (94.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 58 (92.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 64 (87.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 102 (68.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 109 (86.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 83 (74.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 87 (66.4%) | 3 (3.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 99 (50.8%) | 13 (13.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 10 (5.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 731 (62.6%) | 16 (2.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wallace County
According to labor force statistics for Wallace County, 77.1% of individuals (503) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (652) are in the labor force, with 0.6% or 3 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 84.8% or 39 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 1.5% or 3 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 39 (84.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 89 (62.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 196 (82.4%) | 4 (1.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 179 (79.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 503 (77.1%) | 4 (0.6%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Wallace County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wallace County are Management (161 | 22.6%), Community & Social Service (98 | 13.7%), Education Instruction & Library (88 | 12.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (44 | 6.2%), and Health Technologists (33 | 4.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wallace County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (94.3%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (86.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 151 (93.8%) | 10 (6.2%) |
| Business & Financial | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 14 (14.3%) | 84 (85.7%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 5 (5.7%) | 83 (94.3%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 2 (66.7%) | 1 (33.3%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 6 (13.6%) | 38 (86.4%) |
| Health Technologists | 6 (18.2%) | 27 (81.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 173 (56.0%) | 136 (44.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 398 (55.7%) | 316 (44.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Wallace County are Cleaning & Maintenance (43 | 6.0%), Healthcare Support (30 | 4.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (29 | 4.1%), Security & Protection (14 | 2.0%), and Law Enforcement (12 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Wallace County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (85.7%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (32.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 12 (85.7%) | 2 (14.3%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 3 (10.3%) | 26 (89.7%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 14 (32.6%) | 29 (67.4%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 29 (24.4%) | 90 (75.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 398 (55.7%) | 316 (44.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Wallace County are Office & Administration (69 | 9.7%), and Sales & Related (43 | 6.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 27 (62.8%) | 16 (37.2%) |
| Office & Administration | 11 (15.9%) | 58 (84.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 38 (33.9%) | 74 (66.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 398 (55.7%) | 316 (44.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Wallace County are Construction & Extraction (44 | 6.2%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (29 | 4.1%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (17 | 2.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 25 (86.2%) | 4 (13.8%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 44 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 86 (95.6%) | 4 (4.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 398 (55.7%) | 316 (44.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Wallace County are Transportation (49 | 6.9%), Material Moving (18 | 2.5%), and Production (17 | 2.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 14 (82.4%) | 3 (17.6%) |
| Transportation | 40 (81.6%) | 9 (18.4%) |
| Material Moving | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 72 (85.7%) | 12 (14.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 398 (55.7%) | 316 (44.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Wallace County
Employment Industries in Wallace County
The major employment industries in Wallace County include Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (198 | 27.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (108 | 15.1%), Educational Services (95 | 13.3%), Manufacturing (53 | 7.4%), and Construction (51 | 7.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Wallace County
The Wallace County industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (92.6%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 162 (81.8%) | 36 (18.2%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 51 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 47 (88.7%) | 6 (11.3%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 32 (84.2%) | 6 (15.8%) |
| Retail Trade | 21 (55.3%) | 17 (44.7%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 7 (41.2%) | 10 (58.8%) |
| Utilities | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 8 (61.5%) | 5 (38.5%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 2 (28.6%) | 5 (71.4%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 5 (29.4%) | 12 (70.6%) |
| Educational Services | 11 (11.6%) | 84 (88.4%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 8 (7.4%) | 100 (92.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 4 (25.0%) | 12 (75.0%) |
| Public Administration | 24 (68.6%) | 11 (31.4%) |
| Total | 398 (55.7%) | 316 (44.3%) |
Education in Wallace County
School Enrollment in Wallace County
The most common levels of schooling among the 303 students in Wallace County are elementary school (84 | 27.7%), middle school (58 | 19.1%), and high school (52 | 17.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 49 | 16.2% |
| Kindergarten | 18 | 5.9% |
| Elementary School | 84 | 27.7% |
| Middle School | 58 | 19.1% |
| High School | 52 | 17.2% |
| College / Undergraduate | 22 | 7.3% |
| Graduate / Professional | 20 | 6.6% |
| Total | 303 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wallace County
Out of a total of 303 students who are enrolled in schools in Wallace County, 42 (13.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 261 (86.1%) 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 6 (18.8% 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 3 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 26 (81.2%) | 6 (18.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 91 (85.1%) | 16 (14.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 63 (84.0%) | 12 (16.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 37 (82.2%) | 8 (17.8%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 261 (86.1%) | 42 (13.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wallace County
Education (97 | 36.2%), business (54 | 20.2%), bio, nature & agricultural (38 | 14.2%), science & technology (16 | 6.0%), and visual & performing arts (15 | 5.6%) are the most common fields of study among 268 individuals in Wallace County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 38 | 14.2% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 6 | 2.2% |
| Psychology | 0 | 0.0% |
| Social Sciences | 11 | 4.1% |
| Engineering | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 16 | 6.0% |
| Business | 54 | 20.2% |
| Education | 97 | 36.2% |
| Literature & Languages | 1 | 0.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 9 | 3.4% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 15 | 5.6% |
| Communications | 8 | 3.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 13 | 4.9% |
| Total | 268 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Wallace County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wallace County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Wallace County are males with 3 vehicles (110, accounting for 27.6%) and females with 3 vehicles (69, making up 36.3%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (3.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 33 (8.3%) | 70 (23.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 100 (25.1%) | 53 (17.5%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 110 (27.6%) | 69 (22.8%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 103 (25.9%) | 55 (18.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 52 (13.1%) | 47 (15.5%) |
| Total | 398 (100.0%) | 303 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Wallace County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Wallace County are 5 to 9 minutes (166 commuters, 25.9%), less than 5 minutes (161 commuters, 25.2%), and 15 to 19 minutes (94 commuters, 14.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 161 | 25.2% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 166 | 25.9% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 74 | 11.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 94 | 14.7% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 45 | 7.0% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 12 | 1.9% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 41 | 6.4% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 2 | 0.3% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 6 | 0.9% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 21 | 3.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 18 | 2.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in Wallace County
The most common commute times in Wallace County are less than 5 minutes (88 commuters, 26.0%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (78 commuters, 25.9%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 88 (26.0%) | 73 (24.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 88 (26.0%) | 78 (25.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 14 (4.1%) | 60 (19.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 68 (20.1%) | 26 (8.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 31 (9.1%) | 14 (4.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (4.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 23 (6.8%) | 18 (6.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (2.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 13 (3.8%) | 8 (2.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 14 (4.1%) | 4 (1.3%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wallace County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Wallace County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (118, 34.8%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (115, 38.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 25 (7.4%) | 2 (0.7%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 5 (1.5%) | 4 (1.3%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 3 (0.9%) | 21 (7.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 34 (10.0%) | 35 (11.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 61 (18.0%) | 24 (8.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 118 (34.8%) | 115 (38.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 15 (4.4%) | 28 (9.3%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 50 (14.7%) | 16 (5.3%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 2 (0.6%) | 14 (4.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 8 (2.4%) | 10 (3.3%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 2 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (2.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 9 (2.6%) | 21 (7.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 7 (2.1%) | 5 (1.7%) |
| Total | 339 (100.0%) | 301 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Wallace County
Occupancy by Ownership in Wallace County
Of the total 663 dwellings in Wallace County, owner-occupied units account for 467 (70.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 196 (29.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 467 | 70.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 196 | 29.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 663 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Wallace County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 233 | 35.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 231 | 34.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 99 | 14.9% |
| 4+ Person Household | 100 | 15.1% |
| Total Housing Units | 663 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wallace County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 120 (51.5%) | 113 (48.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 184 (79.6%) | 47 (20.3%) |
| 3-Person Household | 69 (69.7%) | 30 (30.3%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 94 (94.0%) | 6 (6.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 467 (70.4%) | 196 (29.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wallace County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 26 (89.7%) | 3 (10.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 103 (64.0%) | 58 (36.0%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 237 (78.2%) | 66 (21.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 101 (59.4%) | 69 (40.6%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wallace County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 149 | 22.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 83 | 12.5% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 74 | 11.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 147 | 22.2% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 105 | 15.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 38 | 5.7% |
| 85 Years and Over | 67 | 10.1% |
| Total | 663 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Wallace County
Median Income by Occupancy in Wallace County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 467 (70.4%) | $71,250 |
| Renter-Occupied | 196 (29.6%) | $41,765 |
| Average | 663 (100.0%) | $57,708 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wallace County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 4 (0.9%) | 27 (13.8%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 11 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 7 (1.5%) | 6 (3.1%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 15 (3.2%) | 10 (5.1%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 20 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 45 (9.6%) | 32 (16.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 53 (11.4%) | 54 (27.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 85 (18.2%) | 23 (11.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 110 (23.5%) | 34 (17.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 70 (15.0%) | 10 (5.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 47 (10.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 467 (100.0%) | 196 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wallace County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 30 (6.4%) | 36 (18.4%) |
| $300 to $499 | 146 (31.3%) | 28 (14.3%) |
| $500 to $799 | 100 (21.4%) | 72 (36.7%) |
| $800 to $999 | 54 (11.6%) | 4 (2.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 59 (12.6%) | 11 (5.6%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 19 (4.1%) | 5 (2.5%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 28 (6.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 27 (5.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 4 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 467 (100.0%) | 196 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Wallace County
Housing Structures in Wallace County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 556 | 83.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 7 | 1.1% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 44 | 6.6% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 4 | 0.6% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 7 | 1.1% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 45 | 6.8% |
| Total | 663 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wallace County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 429 (77.2%) | 127 (22.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 44 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 31 (68.9%) | 14 (31.1%) |
| Total | 467 (70.4%) | 196 (29.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wallace County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 4 (0.9%) | 40 (20.4%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 87 (18.6%) | 61 (31.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 136 (29.1%) | 56 (28.6%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 240 (51.4%) | 39 (19.9%) |
| Total | 467 (100.0%) | 196 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wallace County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 310 (66.4%) | 127 (64.8%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 92 (19.7%) | 44 (22.5%) |
| Electricity | 53 (11.4%) | 25 (12.8%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 12 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 467 (100.0%) | 196 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Wallace County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 13 (2.8%) | 14 (7.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 46 (9.9%) | 89 (45.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 129 (27.6%) | 43 (21.9%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 279 (59.7%) | 50 (25.5%) |
| Total | 467 (100.0%) | 196 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Wallace County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Wallace County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 294 | 173 |
| Median Property Value | $91,400 | $117,500 |
| Median Household Income | $61,538 | $27 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $445 | $4 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,394 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wallace County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 79 (26.9%) | 15 (8.7%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 100 (34.0%) | 61 (35.3%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 94 (32.0%) | 60 (34.7%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 21 (7.1%) | 37 (21.4%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 294 (100.0%) | 173 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wallace County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 10 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 30 (10.2%) | 5 (2.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 30 (10.2%) | 12 (6.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 49 (16.7%) | 15 (8.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 58 (19.7%) | 4 (2.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 49 (16.7%) | 27 (15.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 48 (16.3%) | 61 (35.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 20 (6.8%) | 22 (12.7%) |
| Total | 294 (100.0%) | 173 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wallace County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 184 (62.6%) | 86,875 (50,216.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 67 (22.8%) | 75 (43.3%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 12 (4.1%) | 45 (26.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 28 (9.5%) | 23 (13.3%) |
| Total | 294 (100.0%) | 173 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wallace County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 76 (25.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 80 (27.2%) | 30 (17.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 134 (45.6%) | 20 (11.6%) |
| Total | 294 (100.0%) | 173 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Wallace County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wallace County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 135 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 216 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 113 (94.2%) | 7 (5.8%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 121 (91.7%) | 11 (8.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 138 (93.9%) | 9 (6.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 111 (88.1%) | 15 (11.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 214 (90.7%) | 22 (9.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 195 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 159 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,402 (95.6%) | 64 (4.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wallace County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 135 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 216 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 113 (94.2%) | 7 (5.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wallace County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 158 (95.8%) | 7 (4.2%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 322 (95.6%) | 15 (4.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 299 (91.7%) | 27 (8.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 287 (98.0%) | 6 (2.1%) |
| $100,000 and over | 336 (97.4%) | 9 (2.6%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wallace County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 77 (57.0%) | 69 (51.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 80 (37.0%) | 136 (63.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 20 (16.7%) | 103 (85.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 8 (6.1%) | 114 (86.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 33 (22.5%) | 106 (72.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 11 (8.7%) | 108 (85.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 34 (14.4%) | 201 (85.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 185 (94.9%) | 135 (69.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 159 (100.0%) | 140 (88.0%) |
| Total | 607 (41.4%) | 1,112 (75.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wallace County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 5 (4.3%) | 1 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 5 (3.5%) | 2 (1.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 44 (16.3%) | 65 (27.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 23 (22.1%) | 29 (31.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 58 (89.2%) | 35 (37.2%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Wallace County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 21 (7.8%) | 8 (3.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 6 (5.8%) | 15 (16.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 52 (80.0%) | 27 (28.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (1.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (2.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 7 (6.7%) | 2 (2.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (14.9%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 5 (4.3%) | 1 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 16 (5.9%) | 4 (1.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 6 (9.2%) | 8 (8.5%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 22 (8.2%) | 51 (21.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 17 (16.4%) | 9 (9.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 50 (76.9%) | 32 (34.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 3 (1.1%) | 2 (0.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1 (1.0%) | 5 (5.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3 (4.6%) | 9 (9.6%) |
Technology Access in Wallace County
Computing Device Access in Wallace County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 482 | 72.7% |
| Smartphone | 564 | 85.1% |
| Tablet | 318 | 48.0% |
| No Computing Device | 66 | 10.0% |
| Total | 663 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Wallace County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 426 | 64.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 94 | 14.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 73 | 11.0% |
| No Internet | 78 | 11.8% |
| Total | 663 | 100.0% |
Wallace County Summary
Wallace County is located in the northwest corner of the state of Kansas, and is bordered by Greeley County to the north, Logan County to the east, Scott County to the south, and Sherman County to the west. The county seat is Sharon Springs, and the county has a total area of 890 square miles, of which 889 square miles is land and 1 square mile is water.
History
Wallace County was established in 1868 and named after General William H.L. Wallace, a Union Army officer who was killed in the Battle of Shiloh during the Civil War. The county was originally part of Logan County, but was split off in 1868. The first settlers in the area were mostly ranchers and farmers, and the county was largely agricultural until the early 20th century.
In the early 1900s, oil was discovered in the county, and the oil industry quickly became the main economic driver in the area. The discovery of oil led to a population boom in the county, and by 1910 the population had grown to over 5,000. The oil industry continued to be the main economic driver in the county until the mid-20th century, when it began to decline.
Geography
Wallace County is located in the High Plains region of Kansas, and is mostly flat with rolling hills. The county is mostly covered in grasslands, with some areas of cropland. The county is drained by the North Fork of the Smoky Hill River, which flows through the county from north to south.
The climate in Wallace County is semi-arid, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual precipitation is around 20 inches, and the average annual temperature is around 55 degrees Fahrenheit.
Economy
The economy of Wallace County is largely based on agriculture and oil production. The county is home to several large farms, and the main crops grown in the area are wheat, corn, and sorghum. The county also has several oil wells, and oil production is still an important part of the local economy.
In addition to agriculture and oil production, Wallace County also has a growing tourism industry. The county is home to several historical sites, including the Wallace County Museum and the Sharon Springs State Park. The county also has several recreational activities, such as hunting, fishing, and camping.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Wallace County had a population of 2,845. The population is mostly white (94.3%), with small percentages of African American (2.2%), Native American (1.2%), and Asian (0.7%) residents. The median household income in the county is $41,944, and the median age is 44.7 years.
Conclusion
Wallace County is a rural county located in the northwest corner of Kansas. The county has a long history of agriculture and oil production, and these industries are still important to the local economy. The county also has a growing tourism industry, and is home to several historical sites and recreational activities. The population of the county is mostly white, and the median household income is around $41,944.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Wallace County?
Total Population of Wallace County is 1,489.
What is the Total Male Population of Wallace County?
Total Male Population of Wallace County is 774.
What is the Total Female Population of Wallace County?
Total Female Population of Wallace County is 715.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Wallace County?
There are 108.25 Males per 100 Females in Wallace County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Wallace County?
There are 92.38 Females per 100 Males in Wallace County.
What is the Median Population Age in Wallace County?
Median Population Age in Wallace County is 43.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Wallace County
Average Family Size in Wallace County is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Wallace County
Average Household Size in Wallace County is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Wallace County?
Per Capita income in Wallace County is $34,406.
What is the Median Family Income in Wallace County?
Median Family Income in Wallace County is $79,271.
What is the Median Household income in Wallace County?
Median Household Income in Wallace County is $57,708.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Wallace County?
Income or Wage Gap in Wallace County is 38.3%.
Women in Wallace County earn 61.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Wallace County?
Family Income Deficit in Wallace County is $9,994.
Families that are below poverty line in Wallace County earn $9,994 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Wallace County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Wallace County is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Wallace County?
There are 731 People in the Labor Forcein in Wallace County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Wallace County?
62.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Wallace County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Wallace County?
Unemployment Rate in Wallace County is 2.2%.