Alma, AR
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Alma Overview
5,837
TOTAL POPULATION
2,798
MALE POPULATION
3,039
FEMALE POPULATION
92.07
MALES / 100 FEMALES
108.61
FEMALES / 100 MALES
26.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$19,635
PER CAPITA INCOME
$63,418
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$46,273
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
24.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
75.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.39
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,053
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Alma Zip Codes
Alma Area Codes
Race in Alma
The most populous races in Alma are White / Caucasian (4,999 | 85.6%), Two or more Races (422 | 7.2%), and Hispanic or Latino (343 | 5.9%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 203 | 3.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 4 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 343 | 5.9% |
| Native / Alaskan | 62 | 1.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 4,999 | 85.6% |
| Two or more Races | 422 | 7.2% |
| Some other Race | 147 | 2.5% |
| Total | 5,837 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Alma
The most populous ancestries reported in Alma are American (1,130 | 19.4%), English (554 | 9.5%), Irish (445 | 7.6%), Mexican (333 | 5.7%), and German (329 | 5.6%), together accounting for 47.8% of all Alma residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 1,130 | 19.4% |
| British | 66 | 1.1% |
| Cherokee | 57 | 1.0% |
| Chippewa | 42 | 0.7% |
| Choctaw | 31 | 0.5% |
| Creek | 30 | 0.5% |
| Dutch | 34 | 0.6% |
| English | 554 | 9.5% |
| European | 69 | 1.2% |
| French | 255 | 4.4% |
| German | 329 | 5.6% |
| Irish | 445 | 7.6% |
| Italian | 68 | 1.2% |
| Mexican | 333 | 5.7% |
| Nigerian | 54 | 0.9% |
| Northern European | 10 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 21 | 0.4% |
| Polish | 15 | 0.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 88 | 1.5% |
| Scottish | 27 | 0.5% |
| Subsaharan African | 54 | 0.9% |
| Swiss | 8 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 24 | 0.4% | View All 23 Rows |
Immigrants in Alma
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Alma came from Central America (54 | 0.9%), Latin America (54 | 0.9%), Mexico (54 | 0.9%), Europe (15 | 0.3%), and England (10 | 0.2%), together accounting for 3.2% of all Alma residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Central America | 54 | 0.9% |
| England | 10 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 15 | 0.3% |
| Germany | 5 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 54 | 0.9% |
| Mexico | 54 | 0.9% |
| Northern Europe | 10 | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 4 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 5 | 0.1% | View All 9 Rows |
Sex and Age in Alma
Sex and Age in Alma
The most populous age groups in Alma are 10 to 14 Years (463 | 16.6%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (417 | 13.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 227 (8.1%) | 215 (7.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 349 (12.5%) | 417 (13.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 463 (16.6%) | 278 (9.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 222 (7.9%) | 242 (8.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 237 (8.5%) | 213 (7.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 209 (7.5%) | 88 (2.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 89 (3.2%) | 73 (2.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 117 (4.2%) | 199 (6.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 83 (3.0%) | 318 (10.5%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 190 (6.8%) | 28 (0.9%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 115 (4.1%) | 170 (5.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 129 (4.6%) | 121 (4.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 60 (2.1%) | 109 (3.6%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 106 (3.8%) | 40 (1.3%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 111 (4.0%) | 234 (7.7%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 30 (1.1%) | 71 (2.3%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 51 (1.8%) | 140 (4.6%) |
| 85 Years and over | 10 (0.4%) | 83 (2.7%) |
| Total | 2,798 (100.0%) | 3,039 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Alma
Median Family Size in Alma
The median family size in Alma is 3.45 persons per family, with single male/father families (331 | 23.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.01 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (640 | 45.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.03 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 640 (45.3%) | 3.03 |
| Single Male/Father | 331 (23.4%) | 4.01 |
| Single Female/Mother | 443 (31.3%) | 3.64 |
| Total Families | 1,414 (100.0%) | 3.45 |
Median Household Size in Alma
The median household size in Alma is 2.91 persons per household, with single male/father households (331 | 16.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.19 persons per household. non-family households (570 | 28.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.05 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 640 (32.3%) | 3.25 |
| Single Male/Father | 331 (16.7%) | 4.19 |
| Single Female/Mother | 443 (22.3%) | 3.83 |
| Non-family | 570 (28.7%) | 1.05 |
| Total Households | 1,984 (100.0%) | 2.91 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Alma
Out of a total of 1,984 households in Alma, 1,414 (71.3%) are family households, while 570 (28.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 596, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 550.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 550 (27.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 596 (30.0%) | 20 (1.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 186 (9.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 371 (18.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 57 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 84 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 120 (6.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,414 (71.3%) | 570 (28.7%) |
Female Fertility in Alma
Fertility by Age in Alma
Average fertility rate in Alma is 83.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 184.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 67.0% 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 | 69 (67.0%) | 184.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 34 (33.0%) | 55.0 |
| Total | 103 (100.0%) | 83.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Alma
43.7% of women with births (103) in Alma are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 60.9% 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 47.1% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 27 (39.1%) | 42 (60.9%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 18 (52.9%) | 16 (47.1%) |
| Total | 45 (43.7%) | 58 (56.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Alma
Average fertility rate in Alma is 83.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 643.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the lowest fertility at 58.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 37.9% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 16 (15.5%) | 60.0 |
| High School Diploma | 19 (18.4%) | 98.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 39 (37.9%) | 58.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 11 (10.7%) | 145.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 18 (17.5%) | 643.0 |
| Total | 103 (100.0%) | 83.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Alma
56.3% of women with births in Alma are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (100.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 45 (43.7%) | 58 (56.3%) |
Income in Alma
Income Overview in Alma
Per Capita Income in Alma is $19,635, while median incomes of families and households are $63,418 and $46,273 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 5,837 | $19,635 |
| Median Family Income | 1,414 | $63,418 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,414 | $66,343 |
| Median Household Income | 1,984 | $46,273 |
| Mean Household Income | 1,984 | $57,279 |
| Income Deficit | 1,414 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 5,837 | 24.32% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 5,837 | 75.68¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 5,837 | 0.39 |
Earnings by Sex in Alma
Average Earnings in Alma are $31,667, $38,837 for men and $29,390 for women, a difference of 24.3%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,022 (51.4%) | $38,837 |
| Female | 968 (48.6%) | $29,390 |
| Total | 1,990 (100.0%) | $31,667 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Alma
The most common earnings brackets in Alma are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (187 | 18.3%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (124 | 12.8%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 42 (4.1%) | 66 (6.8%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 41 (4.0%) | 4 (0.4%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (2.4%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 21 (2.1%) | 27 (2.8%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 37 (3.6%) | 49 (5.1%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 91 (9.4%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 61 (6.0%) | 57 (5.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 57 (5.6%) | 48 (5.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 61 (6.0%) | 36 (3.7%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 57 (5.6%) | 93 (9.6%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 77 (7.5%) | 124 (12.8%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 77 (7.5%) | 48 (5.0%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 42 (4.1%) | 93 (9.6%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 38 (3.7%) | 60 (6.2%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 28 (2.7%) | 51 (5.3%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 187 (18.3%) | 75 (7.7%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 96 (9.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 17 (1.7%) | 13 (1.3%) |
| $100,000+ | 83 (8.1%) | 10 (1.0%) |
| Total | 1,022 (100.0%) | 968 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Alma
Average earnings in Alma are $47,138 for men and $32,065 for women, a difference of 32.0%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $108,807, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $45,500. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $57,813, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $22,778.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $52,946 | $41,230 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $45,500 | $31,712 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $108,807 | $57,813 |
| Graduate Degree | $55,333 | $30,536 |
| Total | $47,138 | $32,065 |
Family Income in Alma
Family Income Brackets in Alma
According to the Alma family income data, there are 370 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.2% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 6 families (0.4%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 40 | 2.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 6 | 0.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 198 | 14.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 139 | 9.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 206 | 14.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 370 | 26.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 206 | 14.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 187 | 13.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 40 | 2.8% |
| $200,000+ | 23 | 1.6% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Alma
5-person families (144 | 10.2%) account for the highest median family income in Alma with $71,538 per family, while 2-person families (609 | 43.1%) have the highest median income of $32,715 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 609 (43.1%) | $65,430 |
| 3-Person Families | 176 (12.4%) | $53,750 |
| 4-Person Families | 372 (26.3%) | $59,900 |
| 5-Person Families | 144 (10.2%) | $71,538 |
| 6-Person Families | 35 (2.5%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 78 (5.5%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,414 (100.0%) | $63,418 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Alma
The median family income in Alma is $63,418, with families comprising 3+ earners (75) having the highest median family income of $97,031, while families with no earners (360) have the lowest median family income of $28,614, accounting for 5.3% and 25.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 360 (25.5%) | $28,614 |
| 1 Earner | 462 (32.7%) | $60,481 |
| 2 Earners | 517 (36.6%) | $71,750 |
| 3+ Earners | 75 (5.3%) | $97,031 |
| Total | 1,414 (100.0%) | $63,418 |
Household Income in Alma
Household Income Brackets in Alma
With 427 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Alma, accounting for 21.5% of all households. In contrast, only 26 households (1.3%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 127 | 6.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 54 | 2.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 321 | 16.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 272 | 13.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 260 | 13.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 427 | 21.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 256 | 12.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 204 | 10.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 40 | 2.0% |
| $200,000+ | 26 | 1.3% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Alma
The median household income in Alma is $46,273, with the highest median household income of $61,714 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 728 households (36.7%) 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 66 households (3.3%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 66 (3.3%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 685 (34.5%) | $52,604 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 728 (36.7%) | $61,714 |
| 65+ Years | 505 (25.5%) | $33,616 |
| Total | 1,984 (100.0%) | $46,273 |
Poverty in Alma
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Alma
With 32.3% poverty level for males and 25.4% for females among the residents of Alma, 5 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 62 males (100.0%) and 52 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 100 (44.1%) | 25 (34.7%) |
| 5 Years | 62 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 213 (58.8%) | 151 (33.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 183 (47.2%) | 71 (56.4%) |
| 15 Years | 93 (85.3%) | 34 (34.3%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 52 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 88 (26.2%) | 36 (11.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 60 (20.1%) | 23 (14.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 5 (2.5%) | 151 (29.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 78 (25.6%) | 58 (29.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 16 (8.5%) | 71 (31.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1 (0.5%) | 35 (12.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (2.5%) |
| Total | 899 (32.3%) | 713 (25.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Alma
According to the poverty statistics in Alma, males aged 16 and 17 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 | 127 (55.9%) | 47 (65.3%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 81 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 149 (41.2%) | 301 (66.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 205 (52.8%) | 55 (43.6%) |
| 15 Years | 16 (14.7%) | 65 (65.7%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 248 (73.8%) | 268 (88.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 238 (79.9%) | 138 (85.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 195 (97.5%) | 366 (70.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 227 (74.4%) | 140 (70.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 173 (91.5%) | 155 (68.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 216 (99.5%) | 239 (87.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 76 (100.0%) | 237 (97.5%) |
| Total | 1,884 (67.7%) | 2,092 (74.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Alma
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Alma show that 2.5% or 16 of the total 640 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 4.2%, comprising of 16 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 366 (95.8%) | 16 (4.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 228 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 624 (97.5%) | 16 (2.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Alma
According to the poverty data in Alma, 31.1% or 103 single-father households and 41.5% or 184 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 78 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 83 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 5 (12.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 20 (10.7%) | 85 (28.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 83 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 78 (100.0%) | 16 (100.0%) |
| Total | 103 (31.1%) | 184 (41.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Alma
The poverty data for Alma shows that 16 of the married-couple family households (2.5%) and 287 of the single-parent households (37.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 16 households (4.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 94 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 16 (4.2%) | 5 (5.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 105 (21.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 83 (76.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 94 (100.0%) |
| Total | 16 (2.5%) | 287 (37.1%) |
Employment Characteristics in Alma
Employment by Class of Employer in Alma
Among the 1,906 employed individuals in Alma, private company employees (1,578 | 82.8%), not-for-profit organizations (83 | 4.3%), and federal government employees (59 | 3.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,578 | 82.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 26 | 1.4% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 49 | 2.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 83 | 4.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 53 | 2.8% |
| State Government Employees | 58 | 3.0% |
| Federal Government Employees | 59 | 3.1% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 1,906 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Alma
According to the labor force statistics for Alma, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,680), 55.8% or 2,053 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.2% or 148 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 94.3% or 280 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 23.9% or 67 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 102 (39.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 325 (72.2%) | 38 (11.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 280 (94.3%) | 67 (23.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 126 (77.8%) | 25 (19.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 606 (84.5%) | 17 (2.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 289 (57.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 172 (68.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 103 (60.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 42 (10.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,053 (55.8%) | 148 (7.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Alma
According to labor force statistics for Alma, 75.1% of individuals (1,576) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,098) are in the labor force, with 6.9% or 109 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 90.8% or 521 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 15.2% or 96 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 200 (75.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 521 (90.8%) | 14 (2.5%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 631 (67.1%) | 143 (15.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 224 (70.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,576 (75.1%) | 145 (6.9%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Alma
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Alma are Community & Social Service (170 | 8.9%), Management (145 | 7.6%), Education Instruction & Library (130 | 6.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (56 | 2.9%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (52 | 2.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Alma, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Community & Social Service (90.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 79 (54.5%) | 66 (45.5%) |
| Business & Financial | 17 (33.3%) | 34 (66.7%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 52 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 35 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 16 (9.4%) | 154 (90.6%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 16 (53.3%) | 14 (46.7%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 0 (0.0%) | 130 (100.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 25 (44.6%) | 31 (55.4%) |
| Health Technologists | 25 (58.1%) | 18 (41.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 189 (39.9%) | 285 (60.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 964 (50.6%) | 942 (49.4%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Alma are Food Preparation & Serving (123 | 6.5%), Healthcare Support (117 | 6.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (55 | 2.9%), Security & Protection (46 | 2.4%), and Personal Care & Service (38 | 2.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Alma, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (34.2%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (23.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 117 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 46 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 103 (83.7%) | 20 (16.3%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 42 (76.4%) | 13 (23.6%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 25 (65.8%) | 13 (34.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 216 (57.0%) | 163 (43.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 964 (50.6%) | 942 (49.4%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Alma are Office & Administration (342 | 17.9%), and Sales & Related (228 | 12.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 58 (25.4%) | 170 (74.6%) |
| Office & Administration | 89 (26.0%) | 253 (74.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 147 (25.8%) | 423 (74.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 964 (50.6%) | 942 (49.4%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Alma are Construction & Extraction (43 | 2.3%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (15 | 0.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 43 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 58 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 964 (50.6%) | 942 (49.4%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Alma are Production (244 | 12.8%), Transportation (96 | 5.0%), and Material Moving (85 | 4.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 173 (70.9%) | 71 (29.1%) |
| Transportation | 96 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 85 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 354 (83.3%) | 71 (16.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 964 (50.6%) | 942 (49.4%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Alma
Employment Industries in Alma
The major employment industries in Alma include Health Care & Social Assistance (326 | 17.1%), Manufacturing (318 | 16.7%), Retail Trade (246 | 12.9%), Accommodation & Food Services (221 | 11.6%), and Construction (189 | 9.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Alma
The Alma industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Construction (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (92.3%), and Administrative & Support (81.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 189 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 243 (76.4%) | 75 (23.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 15 (62.5%) | 9 (37.5%) |
| Retail Trade | 84 (34.2%) | 162 (65.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 33 (22.0%) | 117 (78.0%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 7 (36.8%) | 12 (63.2%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 25 (54.3%) | 21 (45.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (100.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 53 (84.1%) | 10 (15.9%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 3 (18.8%) | 13 (81.2%) |
| Educational Services | 38 (32.2%) | 80 (67.8%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 25 (7.7%) | 301 (92.3%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 124 (56.1%) | 97 (43.9%) |
| Public Administration | 74 (83.2%) | 15 (16.9%) |
| Total | 964 (50.6%) | 942 (49.4%) |
Education in Alma
School Enrollment in Alma
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,051 students in Alma are middle school (663 | 32.3%), elementary school (636 | 31.0%), and high school (416 | 20.3%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 127 | 6.2% |
| Kindergarten | 23 | 1.1% |
| Elementary School | 636 | 31.0% |
| Middle School | 663 | 32.3% |
| High School | 416 | 20.3% |
| College / Undergraduate | 175 | 8.5% |
| Graduate / Professional | 11 | 0.5% |
| Total | 2,051 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Alma
Out of a total of 2,051 students who are enrolled in schools in Alma, 72 (3.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,979 (96.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 11 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 49 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 49 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 707 (98.1%) | 14 (1.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 727 (98.1%) | 14 (1.9%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 242 (88.3%) | 32 (11.7%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 94 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 144 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,979 (96.5%) | 72 (3.5%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Alma
Education (158 | 29.9%), arts & humanities (106 | 20.0%), business (95 | 18.0%), science & technology (70 | 13.2%), and psychology (34 | 6.4%) are the most common fields of study among 529 individuals in Alma who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 0 | 0.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 10 | 1.9% |
| Psychology | 34 | 6.4% |
| Social Sciences | 16 | 3.0% |
| Engineering | 7 | 1.3% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 70 | 13.2% |
| Business | 95 | 18.0% |
| Education | 158 | 29.9% |
| Literature & Languages | 0 | 0.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 28 | 5.3% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 0 | 0.0% |
| Communications | 5 | 0.9% |
| Arts & Humanities | 106 | 20.0% |
| Total | 529 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Alma
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Alma
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Alma are males with 2 vehicles (331, accounting for 34.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (539, making up 35.1%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 51 (5.3%) | 48 (5.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 259 (26.9%) | 183 (19.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 331 (34.3%) | 539 (57.2%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 215 (22.3%) | 113 (12.0%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 93 (9.7%) | 56 (5.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 15 (1.6%) | 3 (0.3%) |
| Total | 964 (100.0%) | 942 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Alma
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Alma are 20 to 24 minutes (335 commuters, 18.1%), 30 to 34 minutes (322 commuters, 17.4%), and 10 to 14 minutes (292 commuters, 15.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 92 | 5.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 211 | 11.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 292 | 15.8% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 251 | 13.5% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 335 | 18.1% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 153 | 8.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 322 | 17.4% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 46 | 2.5% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 35 | 1.9% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 48 | 2.6% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 49 | 2.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 20 | 1.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Alma
The most common commute times in Alma are 30 to 34 minutes (211 commuters, 21.9%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (160 commuters, 18.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 27 (2.8%) | 65 (7.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 72 (7.5%) | 139 (15.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 137 (14.2%) | 155 (17.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 91 (9.4%) | 160 (18.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 190 (19.7%) | 145 (16.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 71 (7.4%) | 82 (9.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 211 (21.9%) | 111 (12.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 46 (4.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 15 (1.6%) | 20 (2.2%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 35 (3.6%) | 13 (1.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 49 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 20 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Alma
The most frequent times of departure to work in Alma are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (167, 17.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (172, 19.3%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 81 (8.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 75 (7.8%) | 23 (2.6%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 62 (6.4%) | 81 (9.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 130 (13.5%) | 57 (6.4%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 34 (3.5%) | 139 (15.6%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 167 (17.3%) | 172 (19.3%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 46 (4.8%) | 143 (16.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 16 (1.7%) | 24 (2.7%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 28 (2.9%) | 29 (3.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 116 (12.0%) | 43 (4.8%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 94 (9.8%) | 50 (5.6%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 115 (11.9%) | 129 (14.5%) |
| Total | 964 (100.0%) | 890 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Alma
Occupancy by Ownership in Alma
Of the total 1,984 dwellings in Alma, owner-occupied units account for 942 (47.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,042 (52.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 942 | 47.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,042 | 52.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 1,984 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Alma
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 550 | 27.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 616 | 31.0% |
| 3-Person Household | 186 | 9.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 632 | 31.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 1,984 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Alma
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 187 (34.0%) | 363 (66.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 385 (62.5%) | 231 (37.5%) |
| 3-Person Household | 134 (72.0%) | 52 (28.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 236 (37.3%) | 396 (62.7%) |
| Total Housing Units | 942 (47.5%) | 1,042 (52.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Alma
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 82 (48.5%) | 87 (51.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 273 (44.6%) | 339 (55.4%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 345 (38.5%) | 552 (61.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 242 (79.1%) | 64 (20.9%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Alma
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 263 | 13.3% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 488 | 24.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 449 | 22.6% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 279 | 14.1% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 282 | 14.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 179 | 9.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 44 | 2.2% |
| Total | 1,984 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Alma
Median Income by Occupancy in Alma
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 942 (47.5%) | $68,895 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,042 (52.5%) | $31,023 |
| Average | 1,984 (100.0%) | $46,273 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Alma
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 35 (3.4%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 92 (8.8%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 54 (5.2%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 39 (4.1%) | 55 (5.3%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 59 (6.3%) | 168 (16.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 101 (10.7%) | 171 (16.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 127 (13.5%) | 132 (12.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 181 (19.2%) | 245 (23.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 183 (19.4%) | 73 (7.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 187 (19.9%) | 17 (1.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 65 (6.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 942 (100.0%) | 1,042 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Alma
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 59 (6.3%) | 34 (3.3%) |
| $300 to $499 | 184 (19.5%) | 147 (14.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 223 (23.7%) | 327 (31.4%) |
| $800 to $999 | 25 (2.6%) | 130 (12.5%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 299 (31.7%) | 381 (36.6%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 93 (9.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 42 (4.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 17 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 942 (100.0%) | 1,042 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Alma
Housing Structures in Alma
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,244 | 62.7% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 402 | 20.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 203 | 10.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 54 | 2.7% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 81 | 4.1% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 1,984 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Alma
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 908 (73.0%) | 336 (27.0%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 34 (8.5%) | 368 (91.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 203 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 54 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 81 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 942 (47.5%) | 1,042 (52.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Alma
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (1.1%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 6 (0.6%) | 169 (16.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 347 (36.8%) | 565 (54.2%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 315 (33.4%) | 240 (23.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 274 (29.1%) | 56 (5.4%) |
| Total | 942 (100.0%) | 1,042 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Alma
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 593 (62.9%) | 341 (32.7%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 349 (37.0%) | 701 (67.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 942 (100.0%) | 1,042 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Alma
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 14 (1.5%) | 152 (14.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 246 (26.1%) | 568 (54.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 419 (44.5%) | 176 (16.9%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 263 (27.9%) | 146 (14.0%) |
| Total | 942 (100.0%) | 1,042 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Alma
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Alma
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 340 | 602 |
| Median Property Value | $182,400 | $175,400 |
| Median Household Income | $59,792 | $65 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $466 | $17 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,451 | $43 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Alma
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 23 (6.8%) | 38 (6.3%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 36 (10.6%) | 60 (10.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 261 (76.8%) | 423 (70.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 73 (12.1%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (1.3%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 20 (5.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 340 (100.0%) | 602 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Alma
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 80 (23.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 41 (12.1%) | 18 (3.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 9 (2.6%) | 60 (10.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 58 (17.1%) | 118 (19.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 119 (35.0%) | 123 (20.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 33 (9.7%) | 64 (10.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 154 (25.6%) |
| Total | 340 (100.0%) | 602 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Alma
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 101 (29.7%) | 68,953 (11,454.0%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 86 (25.3%) | 208 (34.5%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 39 (11.5%) | 222 (36.9%) |
| 4.0x or more | 114 (33.5%) | 74 (12.3%) |
| Total | 340 (100.0%) | 602 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Alma
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 79 (23.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 100 (29.4%) | 184 (30.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 161 (47.3%) | 262 (43.5%) |
| Total | 340 (100.0%) | 602 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Alma
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Alma
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 559 (95.6%) | 26 (4.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,710 (97.5%) | 44 (2.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 412 (76.6%) | 126 (23.4%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 313 (70.3%) | 132 (29.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 679 (94.7%) | 38 (5.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 494 (98.2%) | 9 (1.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 415 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 491 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 319 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,392 (93.5%) | 375 (6.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Alma
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 559 (95.6%) | 26 (4.4%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,710 (97.5%) | 44 (2.5%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 412 (76.6%) | 126 (23.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Alma
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,170 (93.4%) | 82 (6.6%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,277 (93.1%) | 95 (6.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,110 (87.3%) | 162 (12.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,027 (99.1%) | 9 (0.9%) |
| $100,000 and over | 808 (96.8%) | 27 (3.2%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Alma
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 469 (80.2%) | 90 (15.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,337 (76.2%) | 382 (21.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 234 (43.5%) | 205 (38.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 162 (36.4%) | 201 (45.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 156 (21.8%) | 523 (72.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 231 (45.9%) | 283 (56.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 157 (37.8%) | 274 (66.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 491 (100.0%) | 342 (69.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 310 (97.2%) | 101 (31.7%) |
| Total | 3,547 (61.5%) | 2,401 (41.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Alma
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 5 (0.5%) | 63 (7.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 79 (12.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 117 (16.9%) | 269 (28.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 111 (51.1%) | 73 (26.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 37 (48.7%) | 55 (22.6%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Alma
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (2.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 22 (3.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 16 (2.3%) | 62 (6.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 89 (41.0%) | 13 (4.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (3.3%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 5 (0.5%) | 20 (2.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 21 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 73 (7.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 29 (13.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 5 (0.5%) | 31 (3.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 36 (5.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 31 (4.5%) | 162 (17.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 35 (12.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 10 (13.2%) | 47 (19.3%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 17 (2.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 70 (10.1%) | 153 (16.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 58 (26.7%) | 60 (21.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 20 (26.3%) | 9 (3.7%) |
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 | 70 (10.1%) | 46 (4.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (6.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Alma
Computing Device Access in Alma
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,331 | 67.1% |
| Smartphone | 1,797 | 90.6% |
| Tablet | 972 | 49.0% |
| No Computing Device | 100 | 5.0% |
| Total | 1,984 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Alma
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 1,410 | 71.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 174 | 8.8% |
| Satellite Internet | 67 | 3.4% |
| No Internet | 323 | 16.3% |
| Total | 1,984 | 100.0% |
Alma Summary
Alma is a city located in Crawford County, Arkansas, United States. It is the county seat of Crawford County and is located in the western part of the state. The population was 5,419 at the 2010 census.
History
Alma was founded in 1872 by the St. Louis and San Francisco Railway. The city was named after the daughter of a railroad official. The city was incorporated in 1874.
Geography
Alma is located at 35°30'25" North, 94°14'45" West (35.506944, -94.245833). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.2 square miles (13.4 km2), all land.
Economy
Alma is a small city with a diverse economy. The city is home to several manufacturing companies, including a Tyson Foods plant, a Walmart Distribution Center, and a Coca-Cola bottling plant. The city also has a strong agricultural base, with several farms located in the area.
Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 5,419 people, 2,093 households, and 1,395 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,039.2 people per square mile (400.7/km2). There were 2,309 housing units at an average density of 446.2 per square mile (172.3/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 92.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 4.2% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.2% of the population.
There were 2,093 households, out of which 32.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.2% were married couples living together, 13.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.2% were non-families. 28.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 3.05.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.7% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $30,917, and the median income for a family was $37,917. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,917. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Alma?
Total Population of Alma is 5,837.
What is the Total Male Population of Alma?
Total Male Population of Alma is 2,798.
What is the Total Female Population of Alma?
Total Female Population of Alma is 3,039.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Alma?
There are 92.07 Males per 100 Females in Alma.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Alma?
There are 108.61 Females per 100 Males in Alma.
What is the Median Population Age in Alma?
Median Population Age in Alma is 26.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Alma
Average Family Size in Alma is 3.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Alma
Average Household Size in Alma is 2.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Alma?
Per Capita income in Alma is $19,635.
What is the Median Family Income in Alma?
Median Family Income in Alma is $63,418.
What is the Median Household income in Alma?
Median Household Income in Alma is $46,273.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Alma?
Income or Wage Gap in Alma is 24.3%.
Women in Alma earn 75.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Alma?
Inequality or Gini Index in Alma is 0.39.
How Large is the Labor Force in Alma?
There are 2,053 People in the Labor Forcein in Alma.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Alma?
55.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Alma.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Alma?
Unemployment Rate in Alma is 7.2%.