Hand County, SD
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Hand County Overview
3,075
TOTAL POPULATION
1,572
MALE POPULATION
1,503
FEMALE POPULATION
104.59
MALES / 100 FEMALES
95.61
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.6
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$40,952
PER CAPITA INCOME
$99,000
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$72,857
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
45.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
54.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,644
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
67.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Hand County Area Codes
Race in Hand County
The most populous races in Hand County are White / Caucasian (2,897 | 94.2%), Some other Race (153 | 5.0%), and Hispanic or Latino (150 | 4.9%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 7 | 0.2% |
| Black / African American | 4 | 0.1% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 150 | 4.9% |
| Native / Alaskan | 7 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 2,897 | 94.2% |
| Two or more Races | 7 | 0.2% |
| Some other Race | 153 | 5.0% |
| Total | 3,075 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Hand County
The most populous ancestries reported in Hand County are German (1,394 | 45.3%), English (387 | 12.6%), Irish (310 | 10.1%), Norwegian (228 | 7.4%), and American (149 | 4.9%), together accounting for 80.3% of all Hand County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 149 | 4.9% |
| Arab | 6 | 0.2% |
| Croatian | 23 | 0.7% |
| Czech | 56 | 1.8% |
| Czechoslovakian | 7 | 0.2% |
| Danish | 88 | 2.9% |
| Dutch | 117 | 3.8% |
| English | 387 | 12.6% |
| European | 31 | 1.0% |
| French | 36 | 1.2% |
| French Canadian | 12 | 0.4% |
| German | 1,394 | 45.3% |
| Indian (Asian) | 7 | 0.2% |
| Irish | 310 | 10.1% |
| Italian | 12 | 0.4% |
| Lebanese | 6 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 134 | 4.4% |
| Norwegian | 228 | 7.4% |
| Pennsylvania German | 74 | 2.4% |
| Polish | 20 | 0.6% |
| Russian | 11 | 0.4% |
| Scandinavian | 25 | 0.8% |
| Scotch-Irish | 16 | 0.5% |
| Scottish | 54 | 1.8% |
| Sioux | 2 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 35 | 1.1% |
| Swiss | 12 | 0.4% |
| Welsh | 19 | 0.6% | View All 28 Rows |
Immigrants in Hand County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Hand County came from Central America (40 | 1.3%), Latin America (40 | 1.3%), Mexico (40 | 1.3%), Asia (7 | 0.2%), and China (7 | 0.2%), together accounting for 4.4% of all Hand County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 7 | 0.2% |
| Central America | 40 | 1.3% |
| China | 7 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 7 | 0.2% |
| England | 1 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 1 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 40 | 1.3% |
| Mexico | 40 | 1.3% |
| Northern Europe | 1 | 0.0% | View All 9 Rows |
Sex and Age in Hand County
Sex and Age in Hand County
The most populous age groups in Hand County are 60 to 64 Years (173 | 11.0%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (148 | 9.9%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 70 (4.4%) | 105 (7.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 106 (6.7%) | 101 (6.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 99 (6.3%) | 110 (7.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 50 (3.2%) | 79 (5.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 128 (8.1%) | 104 (6.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 71 (4.5%) | 50 (3.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 110 (7.0%) | 80 (5.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 62 (3.9%) | 55 (3.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 105 (6.7%) | 77 (5.1%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 51 (3.2%) | 62 (4.1%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 95 (6.0%) | 71 (4.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 91 (5.8%) | 91 (6.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 173 (11.0%) | 102 (6.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 79 (5.0%) | 148 (9.9%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 111 (7.1%) | 64 (4.3%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 46 (2.9%) | 76 (5.1%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 55 (3.5%) | 57 (3.8%) |
| 85 Years and over | 70 (4.4%) | 71 (4.7%) |
| Total | 1,572 (100.0%) | 1,503 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Hand County
Median Family Size in Hand County
The median family size in Hand County is 2.81 persons per family, with married-couple families (755 | 88.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.84 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (17 | 2.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.94 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 755 (88.6%) | 2.84 |
| Single Male/Father | 17 (2.0%) | 1.94 |
| Single Female/Mother | 80 (9.4%) | 2.70 |
| Total Families | 852 (100.0%) | 2.81 |
Median Household Size in Hand County
The median household size in Hand County is 2.17 persons per household, with married-couple households (755 | 54.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.84 persons per household. non-family households (534 | 38.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.12 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 755 (54.5%) | 2.84 |
| Single Male/Father | 17 (1.2%) | 1.94 |
| Single Female/Mother | 80 (5.8%) | 2.83 |
| Non-family | 534 (38.5%) | 1.12 |
| Total Households | 1,386 (100.0%) | 2.17 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Hand County
Out of a total of 1,386 households in Hand County, 852 (61.5%) are family households, while 534 (38.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 481, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 470.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 470 (33.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 481 (34.7%) | 52 (3.7%) |
| 3-Person Households | 122 (8.8%) | 12 (0.9%) |
| 4-Person Households | 155 (11.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 39 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 12 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 43 (3.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 852 (61.5%) | 534 (38.5%) |
Female Fertility in Hand County
Fertility by Age in Hand County
Average fertility rate in Hand County is 93.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 167.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 78.0% 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 | 39 (78.0%) | 167.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 11 (22.0%) | 49.0 |
| Total | 50 (100.0%) | 93.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Hand County
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 39 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 50 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Hand County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 7 (14.0%) | 167.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 14 (28.0%) | 58.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 23 (46.0%) | 158.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 6 (12.0%) | 222.0 |
| Total | 50 (100.0%) | 93.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Hand County
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 50 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in Hand County
Income Overview in Hand County
Per Capita Income in Hand County is $40,952, while median incomes of families and households are $99,000 and $72,857 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 3,075 | $40,952 |
| Median Family Income | 852 | $99,000 |
| Mean Family Income | 852 | $106,885 |
| Median Household Income | 1,386 | $72,857 |
| Mean Household Income | 1,386 | $90,889 |
| Income Deficit | 852 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 3,075 | 45.49% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 3,075 | 54.51¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 3,075 | 0.45 |
Earnings by Sex in Hand County
Average Earnings in Hand County are $39,478, $53,359 for men and $29,088 for women, a difference of 45.5%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,001 (55.1%) | $53,359 |
| Female | 817 (44.9%) | $29,088 |
| Total | 1,818 (100.0%) | $39,478 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Hand County
The most common earnings brackets in Hand County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (182 | 18.2%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (97 | 11.9%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 15 (1.5%) | 81 (9.9%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 17 (1.7%) | 38 (4.6%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 17 (1.7%) | 49 (6.0%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 18 (1.8%) | 11 (1.3%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 53 (5.3%) | 42 (5.1%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 50 (5.0%) | 34 (4.2%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 2 (0.2%) | 55 (6.7%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 15 (1.5%) | 14 (1.7%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 20 (2.0%) | 36 (4.4%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 38 (3.8%) | 19 (2.3%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 68 (6.8%) | 43 (5.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 20 (2.0%) | 39 (4.8%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 32 (3.2%) | 97 (11.9%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 57 (5.7%) | 68 (8.3%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 50 (5.0%) | 59 (7.2%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 39 (3.9%) | 11 (1.3%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 72 (7.2%) | 57 (7.0%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 153 (15.3%) | 27 (3.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 182 (18.2%) | 32 (3.9%) |
| $100,000+ | 83 (8.3%) | 5 (0.6%) |
| Total | 1,001 (100.0%) | 817 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Hand County
Average earnings in Hand County are $62,750 for men and $32,969 for women, a difference of 47.5%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $73,676, while those with graduate degree education earn the least with $42,344. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $52,917, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $15,769.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $66,108 | $38,021 |
| High School Diploma | $52,500 | $15,769 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $52,039 | $34,167 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $73,676 | $39,779 |
| Graduate Degree | $42,344 | $52,917 |
| Total | $62,750 | $32,969 |
Family Income in Hand County
Family Income Brackets in Hand County
According to the Hand County family income data, there are 285 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 33.5% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 20 | 2.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 41 | 4.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 35 | 4.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 81 | 9.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 100 | 11.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 155 | 18.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 285 | 33.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 70 | 8.2% |
| $200,000+ | 65 | 7.6% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Hand County
7+ person families (43 | 5.1%) account for the highest median family income in Hand County with $127,083 per family, while 2-person families (481 | 56.5%) have the highest median income of $46,575 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 481 (56.5%) | $93,150 |
| 3-Person Families | 125 (14.7%) | $104,792 |
| 4-Person Families | 155 (18.2%) | $119,141 |
| 5-Person Families | 36 (4.2%) | $59,375 |
| 6-Person Families | 12 (1.4%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 43 (5.1%) | $127,083 |
| Total | 852 (100.0%) | $99,000 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Hand County
The median family income in Hand County is $99,000, with families comprising 3+ earners (109) having the highest median family income of $125,764, while families with 1 earner (206) have the lowest median family income of $57,500, accounting for 12.8% and 24.2% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 99 (11.6%) | $62,813 |
| 1 Earner | 206 (24.2%) | $57,500 |
| 2 Earners | 438 (51.4%) | $113,846 |
| 3+ Earners | 109 (12.8%) | $125,764 |
| Total | 852 (100.0%) | $99,000 |
Household Income in Hand County
Household Income Brackets in Hand County
With 328 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Hand County, accounting for 23.7% of all households. In contrast, only 29 households (2.1%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 29 | 2.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 98 | 7.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 139 | 10.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 132 | 9.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 134 | 9.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 180 | 13.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 195 | 14.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 328 | 23.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 72 | 5.2% |
| $200,000+ | 79 | 5.7% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Hand County
The median household income in Hand County is $72,857, with the highest median household income of $92,000 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 330 households (23.8%) 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 128 households (9.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 128 (9.2%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 330 (23.8%) | $92,000 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 436 (31.5%) | $85,833 |
| 65+ Years | 492 (35.5%) | $47,917 |
| Total | 1,386 (100.0%) | $72,857 |
Poverty in Hand County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Hand County
With 7.6% poverty level for males and 7.7% for females among the residents of Hand County, 15 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 10 males (47.6%) and 42 females (33.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 5 (7.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 4 (5.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 10 (47.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (8.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 11 (8.3%) | 42 (33.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 16 (8.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 6 (3.6%) | 4 (3.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 11 (7.5%) | 23 (17.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 11 (4.2%) | 3 (1.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 15 (8.0%) | 17 (8.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 30 (18.5%) | 20 (11.8%) |
| Total | 119 (7.6%) | 113 (7.7%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Hand County
According to the poverty statistics in Hand County, males aged 5 years and females aged under 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 | 65 (92.9%) | 105 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 5 (100.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 127 (100.0%) | 132 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 69 (94.5%) | 54 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 11 (52.4%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 24 (100.0%) | 43 (91.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 122 (91.7%) | 84 (66.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 165 (91.2%) | 130 (100.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 161 (96.4%) | 128 (97.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 135 (92.5%) | 110 (82.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 253 (95.8%) | 190 (98.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 172 (92.0%) | 191 (91.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 132 (81.5%) | 149 (88.2%) |
| Total | 1,441 (92.4%) | 1,345 (92.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Hand County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Hand County show that 4.4% or 33 of the total 755 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 9.4%, comprising of 6 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 453 (95.8%) | 20 (4.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 185 (96.4%) | 7 (3.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 58 (90.6%) | 6 (9.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 722 (95.6%) | 33 (4.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Hand County
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 3 (27.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3 (17.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Hand County
The poverty data for Hand County shows that 33 of the married-couple family households (4.4%) and 3 of the single-parent households (3.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (9.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 household (5.3%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 20 (4.2%) | 3 (5.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 7 (3.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 6 (9.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 33 (4.4%) | 3 (3.1%) |
Employment Characteristics in Hand County
Employment by Class of Employer in Hand County
Among the 1,609 employed individuals in Hand County, private company employees (706 | 43.9%), self-employed (not incorporated) (282 | 17.5%), and not-for-profit organizations (262 | 16.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 706 | 43.9% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 160 | 9.9% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 282 | 17.5% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 262 | 16.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 161 | 10.0% |
| State Government Employees | 24 | 1.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 11 | 0.7% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 3 | 0.2% |
| Total | 1,609 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Hand County
According to the labor force statistics for Hand County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,453), 67.0% or 1,644 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.2% or 20 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 95.3% or 221 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 5.0% or 11 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 35 (35.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 221 (95.3%) | 11 (5.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 112 (92.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 131 (68.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 271 (90.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 255 (91.4%) | 8 (3.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 151 (83.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 244 (88.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 175 (43.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 49 (13.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,644 (67.0%) | 20 (1.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Hand County
According to labor force statistics for Hand County, 86.5% of individuals (1,164) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,346) are in the labor force, with 0.7% or 8 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 96.6% or 392 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 1.7% or 8 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 23 (28.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 270 (89.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 479 (85.8%) | 9 (1.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 392 (96.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,164 (86.5%) | 9 (0.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Hand County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Hand County are Management (425 | 26.2%), Community & Social Service (230 | 14.2%), Education Instruction & Library (164 | 10.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (78 | 4.8%), and Business & Financial (60 | 3.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Hand County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (89.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (94.9%), Health Technologists (92.2%), and Business & Financial (76.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 362 (85.2%) | 63 (14.8%) |
| Business & Financial | 14 (23.3%) | 46 (76.7%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 25 (89.3%) | 3 (10.7%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 13 (81.2%) | 3 (18.8%) |
| Community & Social Service | 72 (31.3%) | 158 (68.7%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 17 (28.3%) | 43 (71.7%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 2 (33.3%) | 4 (66.7%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 53 (32.3%) | 111 (67.7%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 4 (5.1%) | 74 (94.9%) |
| Health Technologists | 4 (7.8%) | 47 (92.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 477 (58.1%) | 344 (41.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 905 (55.8%) | 718 (44.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Hand County are Food Preparation & Serving (84 | 5.2%), Healthcare Support (63 | 3.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (55 | 3.4%), Personal Care & Service (40 | 2.5%), and Security & Protection (20 | 1.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Hand County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (65.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (61.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (85.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (84.5%), and Healthcare Support (68.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 20 (31.8%) | 43 (68.2%) |
| Security & Protection | 13 (65.0%) | 7 (35.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 11 (61.1%) | 7 (38.9%) |
| Law Enforcement | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 13 (15.5%) | 71 (84.5%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 29 (52.7%) | 26 (47.3%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 6 (15.0%) | 34 (85.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 81 (30.9%) | 181 (69.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 905 (55.8%) | 718 (44.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Hand County are Office & Administration (121 | 7.5%), and Sales & Related (112 | 6.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 67 (59.8%) | 45 (40.2%) |
| Office & Administration | 9 (7.4%) | 112 (92.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 76 (32.6%) | 157 (67.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 905 (55.8%) | 718 (44.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Hand County are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (104 | 6.4%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (55 | 3.4%), and Construction & Extraction (41 | 2.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 88 (84.6%) | 16 (15.4%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 41 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 54 (98.2%) | 1 (1.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 183 (91.5%) | 17 (8.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 905 (55.8%) | 718 (44.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Hand County are Transportation (57 | 3.5%), Production (31 | 1.9%), and Material Moving (19 | 1.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 13 (41.9%) | 18 (58.1%) |
| Transportation | 57 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 18 (94.7%) | 1 (5.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 88 (82.2%) | 19 (17.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 905 (55.8%) | 718 (44.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Hand County
Employment Industries in Hand County
The major employment industries in Hand County include Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (484 | 29.8%), Educational Services (244 | 15.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (148 | 9.1%), Retail Trade (111 | 6.8%), and Manufacturing (84 | 5.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Hand County
The Hand County industries that see more men than women are Manufacturing (97.6%), Wholesale Trade (90.3%), and Transportation & Warehousing (89.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (87.8%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 397 (82.0%) | 87 (18.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 49 (75.4%) | 16 (24.6%) |
| Manufacturing | 82 (97.6%) | 2 (2.4%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 56 (90.3%) | 6 (9.7%) |
| Retail Trade | 55 (49.5%) | 56 (50.4%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 41 (89.1%) | 5 (10.9%) |
| Utilities | 19 (46.3%) | 22 (53.7%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 5 (14.3%) | 30 (85.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 27 (38.6%) | 43 (61.4%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 24 (43.6%) | 31 (56.4%) |
| Educational Services | 64 (26.2%) | 180 (73.8%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 18 (12.2%) | 130 (87.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 4 (36.4%) | 7 (63.6%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 13 (22.8%) | 44 (77.2%) |
| Public Administration | 13 (44.8%) | 16 (55.2%) |
| Total | 905 (55.8%) | 718 (44.2%) |
Education in Hand County
School Enrollment in Hand County
The most common levels of schooling among the 712 students in Hand County are middle school (188 | 26.4%), elementary school (175 | 24.6%), and high school (107 | 15.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 34 | 4.8% |
| Kindergarten | 45 | 6.3% |
| Elementary School | 175 | 24.6% |
| Middle School | 188 | 26.4% |
| High School | 107 | 15.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 56 | 7.9% |
| Graduate / Professional | 107 | 15.0% |
| Total | 712 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Hand County
Out of a total of 712 students who are enrolled in schools in Hand County, 79 (11.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 633 (88.9%) 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 21 (72.4% 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 15 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 8 (27.6%) | 21 (72.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 205 (99.0%) | 2 (1.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 204 (98.1%) | 4 (1.9%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 98 (96.1%) | 4 (3.9%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 73 (68.2%) | 34 (31.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 19 (82.6%) | 4 (17.4%) |
| 35 Years and over | 11 (52.4%) | 10 (47.6%) |
| Total | 633 (88.9%) | 79 (11.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Hand County
Education (186 | 33.3%), bio, nature & agricultural (79 | 14.1%), science & technology (68 | 12.2%), business (68 | 12.2%), and social sciences (30 | 5.4%) are the most common fields of study among 559 individuals in Hand County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 24 | 4.3% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 79 | 14.1% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Psychology | 4 | 0.7% |
| Social Sciences | 30 | 5.4% |
| Engineering | 22 | 3.9% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 68 | 12.2% |
| Business | 68 | 12.2% |
| Education | 186 | 33.3% |
| Literature & Languages | 20 | 3.6% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 26 | 4.6% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 0 | 0.0% |
| Communications | 11 | 2.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 21 | 3.8% |
| Total | 559 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Hand County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Hand County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Hand County are males with 2 vehicles (279, accounting for 31.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (175, making up 39.3%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 11 (1.2%) | 18 (2.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 159 (17.7%) | 104 (14.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 279 (31.1%) | 175 (24.6%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 240 (26.8%) | 252 (35.5%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 130 (14.5%) | 92 (13.0%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 77 (8.6%) | 69 (9.7%) |
| Total | 896 (100.0%) | 710 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Hand County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Hand County are 5 to 9 minutes (488 commuters, 34.6%), less than 5 minutes (302 commuters, 21.4%), and 10 to 14 minutes (129 commuters, 9.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 302 | 21.4% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 488 | 34.6% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 129 | 9.1% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 127 | 9.0% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 71 | 5.0% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 87 | 6.2% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 70 | 5.0% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 8 | 0.6% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 21 | 1.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 99 | 7.0% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 9 | 0.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 1 | 0.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Hand County
The most common commute times in Hand County are 5 to 9 minutes (325 commuters, 42.1%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (163 commuters, 25.5%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 141 (18.3%) | 161 (25.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 325 (42.1%) | 163 (25.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 82 (10.6%) | 47 (7.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 80 (10.4%) | 47 (7.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 24 (3.1%) | 47 (7.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 30 (3.9%) | 57 (8.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 38 (4.9%) | 32 (5.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 7 (0.9%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 3 (0.4%) | 18 (2.8%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 34 (4.4%) | 65 (10.2%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 7 (0.9%) | 2 (0.3%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 1 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Hand County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Hand County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (213, 27.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (239, 37.3%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 16 (2.1%) | 14 (2.2%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 11 (1.4%) | 2 (0.3%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 31 (4.0%) | 10 (1.6%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 53 (6.9%) | 52 (8.1%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 46 (6.0%) | 53 (8.3%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 122 (15.8%) | 84 (13.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 213 (27.6%) | 239 (37.3%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 185 (24.0%) | 92 (14.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 44 (5.7%) | 8 (1.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 9 (1.2%) | 38 (5.9%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 7 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 19 (2.5%) | 29 (4.5%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 16 (2.1%) | 19 (3.0%) |
| Total | 772 (100.0%) | 640 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Hand County
Occupancy by Ownership in Hand County
Of the total 1,386 dwellings in Hand County, owner-occupied units account for 958 (69.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 428 (30.9%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 958 | 69.1% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 428 | 30.9% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 1,386 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Hand County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 470 | 33.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 533 | 38.5% |
| 3-Person Household | 134 | 9.7% |
| 4+ Person Household | 249 | 18.0% |
| Total Housing Units | 1,386 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Hand County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 241 (51.3%) | 229 (48.7%) |
| 2-Person Household | 422 (79.2%) | 111 (20.8%) |
| 3-Person Household | 100 (74.6%) | 34 (25.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 195 (78.3%) | 54 (21.7%) |
| Total Housing Units | 958 (69.1%) | 428 (30.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Hand County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 35 (43.2%) | 46 (56.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 279 (66.6%) | 140 (33.4%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 443 (79.5%) | 114 (20.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 201 (61.1%) | 128 (38.9%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Hand County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 277 | 20.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 181 | 13.1% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 175 | 12.6% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 261 | 18.8% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 262 | 18.9% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 135 | 9.7% |
| 85 Years and Over | 95 | 6.9% |
| Total | 1,386 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Hand County
Median Income by Occupancy in Hand County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 958 (69.1%) | $91,111 |
| Renter-Occupied | 428 (30.9%) | $38,667 |
| Average | 1,386 (100.0%) | $72,857 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Hand County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 13 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 7 (0.7%) | 9 (2.1%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 54 (5.6%) | 44 (10.3%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 31 (3.2%) | 34 (7.9%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 32 (3.3%) | 41 (9.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 54 (5.6%) | 77 (18.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 91 (9.5%) | 44 (10.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 117 (12.2%) | 63 (14.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 160 (16.7%) | 35 (8.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 269 (28.1%) | 60 (14.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 130 (13.6%) | 21 (4.9%) |
| Total | 958 (100.0%) | 428 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Hand County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 121 (12.6%) | 19 (4.4%) |
| $300 to $499 | 183 (19.1%) | 43 (10.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 219 (22.9%) | 94 (22.0%) |
| $800 to $999 | 106 (11.1%) | 47 (11.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 182 (19.0%) | 21 (4.9%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 83 (8.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 12 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 20 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 32 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 958 (100.0%) | 428 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Hand County
Housing Structures in Hand County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,154 | 83.3% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 19 | 1.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 32 | 2.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 38 | 2.7% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 83 | 6.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 60 | 4.3% |
| Total | 1,386 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Hand County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 895 (77.6%) | 259 (22.4%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 5 (26.3%) | 14 (73.7%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 12 (37.5%) | 20 (62.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 5 (13.2%) | 33 (86.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 83 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 41 (68.3%) | 19 (31.7%) |
| Total | 958 (69.1%) | 428 (30.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Hand County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 24 (2.5%) | 66 (15.4%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 171 (17.8%) | 143 (33.4%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 279 (29.1%) | 122 (28.5%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 484 (50.5%) | 97 (22.7%) |
| Total | 958 (100.0%) | 428 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Hand County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 27 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 444 (46.4%) | 160 (37.4%) |
| Electricity | 367 (38.3%) | 204 (47.7%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 54 (5.6%) | 12 (2.8%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 49 (5.1%) | 50 (11.7%) |
| No Fuel Used | 17 (1.8%) | 2 (0.5%) |
| Total | 958 (100.0%) | 428 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Hand County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 9 (0.9%) | 50 (11.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 224 (23.4%) | 150 (35.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 297 (31.0%) | 109 (25.5%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 428 (44.7%) | 119 (27.8%) |
| Total | 958 (100.0%) | 428 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Hand County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Hand County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 618 | 340 |
| Median Property Value | $134,600 | $155,600 |
| Median Household Income | $82,083 | $34 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $513 | $32 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,188 | $14 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Hand County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 183 (29.6%) | 38 (11.2%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 80 (12.9%) | 74 (21.8%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 248 (40.1%) | 152 (44.7%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 98 (15.9%) | 56 (16.5%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 6 (1.0%) | 17 (5.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (0.9%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 3 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 618 (100.0%) | 340 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Hand County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 20 (3.2%) | 2 (0.6%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 99 (16.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 44 (7.1%) | 18 (5.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 53 (8.6%) | 10 (2.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 78 (12.6%) | 38 (11.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 88 (14.2%) | 39 (11.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 140 (22.7%) | 72 (21.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 96 (15.5%) | 129 (37.9%) |
| Total | 618 (100.0%) | 340 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Hand County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 393 (63.6%) | 98,409 (28,943.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 68 (11.0%) | 203 (59.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 39 (6.3%) | 71 (20.9%) |
| 4.0x or more | 118 (19.1%) | 10 (2.9%) |
| Total | 618 (100.0%) | 340 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Hand County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 221 (35.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 152 (24.6%) | 106 (31.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 228 (36.9%) | 76 (22.4%) |
| Total | 618 (100.0%) | 340 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Hand County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hand County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 191 (96.0%) | 8 (4.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 479 (92.8%) | 37 (7.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 242 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 289 (94.4%) | 17 (5.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 286 (96.3%) | 11 (3.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 271 (97.1%) | 8 (2.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 420 (91.9%) | 37 (8.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 395 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 331 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,904 (96.1%) | 118 (3.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Hand County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 191 (96.0%) | 8 (4.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 479 (92.8%) | 37 (7.2%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 242 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Hand County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 317 (94.1%) | 20 (5.9%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 447 (98.5%) | 7 (1.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 278 (83.0%) | 57 (17.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 432 (98.9%) | 5 (1.1%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,409 (98.0%) | 29 (2.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hand County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 56 (28.1%) | 150 (75.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 101 (19.6%) | 412 (79.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 11 (4.5%) | 231 (95.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 8 (2.6%) | 281 (91.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 18 (6.1%) | 283 (95.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2 (0.7%) | 269 (96.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 56 (12.2%) | 379 (82.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 377 (95.4%) | 213 (53.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 331 (100.0%) | 156 (47.1%) |
| Total | 960 (31.8%) | 2,374 (78.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Hand County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 8 (3.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 11 (3.5%) | 17 (6.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 94 (16.4%) | 66 (14.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 39 (20.9%) | 26 (12.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 108 (66.7%) | 82 (48.5%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Hand 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 | 1 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 39 (6.8%) | 35 (7.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 25 (13.4%) | 3 (1.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 60 (37.0%) | 31 (18.3%) |
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%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 7 (1.2%) | 10 (2.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 9 (4.8%) | 8 (3.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 18 (11.1%) | 30 (17.7%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 8 (3.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 10 (3.2%) | 17 (6.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 18 (3.1%) | 18 (3.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 14 (7.5%) | 4 (1.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 20 (12.3%) | 3 (1.8%) |
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%) | 3 (1.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 34 (5.9%) | 41 (8.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 19 (10.2%) | 23 (11.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 54 (33.3%) | 39 (23.1%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 8 (3.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 6 (1.9%) | 3 (1.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 8 (1.4%) | 6 (1.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 14 (7.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 42 (25.9%) | 3 (1.8%) |
Technology Access in Hand County
Computing Device Access in Hand County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,065 | 76.8% |
| Smartphone | 1,202 | 86.7% |
| Tablet | 817 | 59.0% |
| No Computing Device | 110 | 7.9% |
| Total | 1,386 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Hand County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 11 | 0.8% |
| Broadband Home | 859 | 62.0% |
| Cellular Data Only | 127 | 9.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 314 | 22.7% |
| No Internet | 184 | 13.3% |
| Total | 1,386 | 100.0% |
Hand County Summary
History
Hand County is located in the northeastern corner of South Dakota and was established in 1873. It was named after George Hand, a Civil War veteran and the first Secretary of State of South Dakota. The county was originally part of the Great Sioux Reservation, which was established in 1868. The reservation was broken up in 1889 and the land was opened up for settlement.
The first settlers in Hand County were mostly of German and Scandinavian descent. They were attracted to the area by the fertile soil and abundant wildlife. The county was primarily an agricultural area, with wheat, corn, and oats being the main crops. Cattle and sheep were also raised in the area.
The county seat is Miller, which was founded in 1883. The town was named after the Miller family, who were among the first settlers in the area. Miller is the largest town in the county and is home to the Hand County Courthouse.
Geography
Hand County is located in the northeastern corner of South Dakota and is bordered by Roberts County to the north, Spink County to the east, Faulk County to the south, and Hyde County to the west. The county covers an area of 1,072 square miles and has a population of 4,845 (as of the 2010 census).
The terrain of Hand County is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the western part of the county. The county is drained by the James River, which flows through the county from north to south. The county is also home to several small lakes, including Lake Oahe, which is located in the northern part of the county.
Economy
The economy of Hand County is primarily based on agriculture. The county is home to several large farms, which produce wheat, corn, oats, and other crops. Cattle and sheep are also raised in the area.
The county is also home to several small businesses, including a few restaurants, a grocery store, and a few retail stores. The county is also home to a few manufacturing companies, which produce a variety of products, including furniture, clothing, and electronics.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Hand County was 4,845. The racial makeup of the county was 97.3% White, 0.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $45,938. The per capita income for the county was $18,945. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Hand County?
Total Population of Hand County is 3,075.
What is the Total Male Population of Hand County?
Total Male Population of Hand County is 1,572.
What is the Total Female Population of Hand County?
Total Female Population of Hand County is 1,503.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Hand County?
There are 104.59 Males per 100 Females in Hand County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Hand County?
There are 95.61 Females per 100 Males in Hand County.
What is the Median Population Age in Hand County?
Median Population Age in Hand County is 44.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Hand County
Average Family Size in Hand County is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Hand County
Average Household Size in Hand County is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Hand County?
Per Capita income in Hand County is $40,952.
What is the Median Family Income in Hand County?
Median Family Income in Hand County is $99,000.
What is the Median Household income in Hand County?
Median Household Income in Hand County is $72,857.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Hand County?
Income or Wage Gap in Hand County is 45.5%.
Women in Hand County earn 54.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Hand County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Hand County is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Hand County?
There are 1,644 People in the Labor Forcein in Hand County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Hand County?
67.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Hand County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Hand County?
Unemployment Rate in Hand County is 1.2%.