Avenal, CA
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Avenal Overview
13,423
TOTAL POPULATION
8,153
MALE POPULATION
5,270
FEMALE POPULATION
154.71
MALES / 100 FEMALES
64.64
FEMALES / 100 MALES
30.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$13,842
PER CAPITA INCOME
$55,703
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$51,902
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
19.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
80.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.35
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,110
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
41.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
12.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Avenal Zip Codes
Avenal Area Codes
Race in Avenal
The most populous races in Avenal are Hispanic or Latino (11,417 | 85.1%), Some other Race (7,239 | 53.9%), and White / Caucasian (3,327 | 24.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 145 | 1.1% |
| Black / African American | 499 | 3.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 23 | 0.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 11,417 | 85.1% |
| Native / Alaskan | 194 | 1.5% |
| White / Caucasian | 3,327 | 24.8% |
| Two or more Races | 1,996 | 14.9% |
| Some other Race | 7,239 | 53.9% |
| Total | 13,423 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Avenal
The most populous ancestries reported in Avenal are Mexican (10,641 | 79.3%), Central American (450 | 3.4%), Honduran (316 | 2.4%), English (208 | 1.5%), and Irish (165 | 1.2%), together accounting for 87.7% of all Avenal residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 4 | 0.0% |
| American | 54 | 0.4% |
| Apache | 35 | 0.3% |
| Armenian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Belizean | 4 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 30 | 0.2% |
| Blackfeet | 4 | 0.0% |
| British | 3 | 0.0% |
| Burmese | 12 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 450 | 3.4% |
| Central American Indian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 4 | 0.0% |
| Cheyenne | 5 | 0.0% |
| Choctaw | 4 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 1 | 0.0% |
| Delaware | 4 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 7 | 0.1% |
| Ecuadorian | 4 | 0.0% |
| English | 208 | 1.5% |
| European | 10 | 0.1% |
| French | 46 | 0.3% |
| French Canadian | 14 | 0.1% |
| German | 153 | 1.1% |
| Guatemalan | 27 | 0.2% |
| Honduran | 316 | 2.4% |
| Indian (Asian) | 62 | 0.5% |
| Iranian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 165 | 1.2% |
| Iroquois | 1 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 45 | 0.3% |
| Jamaican | 12 | 0.1% |
| Japanese | 6 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 26 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 10,641 | 79.3% |
| Mexican American Indian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Navajo | 10 | 0.1% |
| Nigerian | 49 | 0.4% |
| Norwegian | 61 | 0.4% |
| Pakistani | 6 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 14 | 0.1% |
| Portuguese | 12 | 0.1% |
| Pueblo | 1 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 38 | 0.3% |
| Russian | 15 | 0.1% |
| Salvadoran | 77 | 0.6% |
| Samoan | 18 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Scotch-Irish | 6 | 0.0% |
| Scottish | 10 | 0.1% |
| Sioux | 24 | 0.2% |
| South American | 7 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 50 | 0.4% |
| Spanish | 13 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 5 | 0.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 53 | 0.4% |
| Swedish | 6 | 0.0% |
| Swiss | 6 | 0.0% |
| Thai | 7 | 0.1% |
| Yaqui | 7 | 0.1% | View All 61 Rows |
Immigrants in Avenal
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Avenal came from Latin America (4,778 | 35.6%), Central America (4,774 | 35.6%), Mexico (4,635 | 34.5%), Asia (99 | 0.7%), and Honduras (72 | 0.5%), together accounting for 107.0% of all Avenal residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 52 | 0.4% |
| Armenia | 5 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 99 | 0.7% |
| Cambodia | 6 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 4,774 | 35.6% |
| China | 61 | 0.4% |
| Eastern Africa | 3 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 61 | 0.4% |
| Ecuador | 4 | 0.0% |
| El Salvador | 44 | 0.3% |
| Guatemala | 17 | 0.1% |
| Honduras | 72 | 0.5% |
| Iran | 4 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 4,778 | 35.6% |
| Mexico | 4,635 | 34.5% |
| Nicaragua | 6 | 0.0% |
| Nigeria | 49 | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 6 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 13 | 0.1% |
| South America | 4 | 0.0% |
| South Central Asia | 4 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 29 | 0.2% |
| Taiwan | 61 | 0.4% |
| Vietnam | 10 | 0.1% |
| Western Africa | 49 | 0.4% |
| Western Asia | 5 | 0.0% | View All 26 Rows |
Sex and Age in Avenal
Sex and Age in Avenal
The most populous age groups in Avenal are 30 to 34 Years (881 | 10.8%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (664 | 12.6%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 470 (5.8%) | 520 (9.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 382 (4.7%) | 533 (10.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 705 (8.6%) | 664 (12.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 533 (6.5%) | 398 (7.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 655 (8.0%) | 335 (6.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 879 (10.8%) | 507 (9.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 881 (10.8%) | 306 (5.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 645 (7.9%) | 441 (8.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 858 (10.5%) | 280 (5.3%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 593 (7.3%) | 293 (5.6%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 437 (5.4%) | 182 (3.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 331 (4.1%) | 288 (5.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 449 (5.5%) | 167 (3.2%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 173 (2.1%) | 151 (2.9%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 50 (0.6%) | 107 (2.0%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 36 (0.4%) | 68 (1.3%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 64 (0.8%) | 30 (0.6%) |
| 85 Years and over | 12 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8,153 (100.0%) | 5,270 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Avenal
Median Family Size in Avenal
The median family size in Avenal is 3.81 persons per family, with single female/mother families (541 | 20.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.65 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (388 | 14.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.39 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,689 (64.5%) | 3.63 |
| Single Male/Father | 388 (14.8%) | 3.39 |
| Single Female/Mother | 541 (20.7%) | 4.65 |
| Total Families | 2,618 (100.0%) | 3.81 |
Median Household Size in Avenal
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,689 (55.1%) | 3.65 |
| Single Male/Father | 388 (12.7%) | 3.72 |
| Single Female/Mother | 541 (17.6%) | 4.82 |
| Non-family | 449 (14.6%) | - |
| Total Households | 3,067 (100.0%) | 3.48 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Avenal
Out of a total of 3,067 households in Avenal, 2,618 (85.4%) are family households, while 449 (14.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 5-person households, comprising 623, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 449.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 449 (14.6%) |
| 2-Person Households | 622 (20.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 475 (15.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 520 (17.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 623 (20.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 279 (9.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 99 (3.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,618 (85.4%) | 449 (14.6%) |
Female Fertility in Avenal
Fertility by Age in Avenal
Average fertility rate in Avenal is 83.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years have the highest fertility rate with 214.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years acount for 39.9% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 85 (39.9%) | 214.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 84 (39.4%) | 73.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 44 (20.7%) | 43.0 |
| Total | 213 (100.0%) | 83.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Avenal
62.9% of women with births (213) in Avenal are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 75.3% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 21 (24.7%) | 64 (75.3%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 84 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 29 (65.9%) | 15 (34.1%) |
| Total | 134 (62.9%) | 79 (37.1%) |
Fertility by Education in Avenal
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 140 (65.7%) | 112.0 |
| High School Diploma | 21 (9.9%) | 31.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 52 (24.4%) | 117.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 213 (100.0%) | 83.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Avenal
37.1% of women with births in Avenal are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 56.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 61 (43.6%) | 79 (56.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 52 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 134 (62.9%) | 79 (37.1%) |
Income in Avenal
Income Overview in Avenal
Per Capita Income in Avenal is $13,842, while median incomes of families and households are $55,703 and $51,902 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 13,423 | $13,842 |
| Median Family Income | 2,618 | $55,703 |
| Mean Family Income | 2,618 | $58,453 |
| Median Household Income | 3,067 | $51,902 |
| Mean Household Income | 3,067 | $60,549 |
| Income Deficit | 2,618 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 13,423 | 19.22% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 13,423 | 80.78¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 13,423 | 0.35 |
Earnings by Sex in Avenal
Average Earnings in Avenal are $28,829, $31,286 for men and $25,272 for women, a difference of 19.2%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,955 (64.1%) | $31,286 |
| Female | 1,656 (35.9%) | $25,272 |
| Total | 4,611 (100.0%) | $28,829 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Avenal
The most common earnings brackets in Avenal are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (566 | 19.2%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (318 | 19.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 206 (7.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 88 (3.0%) | 75 (4.5%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 7 (0.2%) | 112 (6.8%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 52 (1.8%) | 143 (8.6%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 3 (0.1%) | 114 (6.9%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 192 (6.5%) | 138 (8.3%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 27 (0.9%) | 52 (3.1%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 176 (6.0%) | 31 (1.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 56 (3.4%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 89 (3.0%) | 82 (5.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 566 (19.2%) | 318 (19.2%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 270 (9.1%) | 111 (6.7%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 225 (7.6%) | 57 (3.4%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 319 (10.8%) | 82 (5.0%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 202 (6.8%) | 86 (5.2%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 64 (2.2%) | 30 (1.8%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 248 (8.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 54 (1.8%) | 53 (3.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 91 (3.1%) | 67 (4.1%) |
| $100,000+ | 76 (2.6%) | 49 (3.0%) |
| Total | 2,955 (100.0%) | 1,656 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Avenal
Average earnings in Avenal are $32,056 for men and $26,728 for women, a difference of 16.6%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $38,849, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $28,851. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $33,450, while those with bachelor's degree education have the smallest earnings of $23,401.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $28,851 | $25,668 |
| High School Diploma | $38,849 | $33,450 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $38,000 | $26,890 |
| Bachelor's Degree | - | - |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $32,056 | $26,728 |
Family Income in Avenal
Family Income Brackets in Avenal
According to the Avenal family income data, there are 733 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 28.0% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 13 families (0.5%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 183 | 7.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 52 | 2.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 215 | 8.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 134 | 5.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 605 | 23.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 733 | 28.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 476 | 18.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 162 | 6.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 45 | 1.7% |
| $200,000+ | 13 | 0.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Avenal
6-person families (171 | 6.5%) account for the highest median family income in Avenal with $96,065 per family, while 2-person families (622 | 23.8%) have the highest median income of $28,454 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 622 (23.8%) | $56,908 |
| 3-Person Families | 580 (22.2%) | $46,524 |
| 4-Person Families | 441 (16.8%) | $59,896 |
| 5-Person Families | 705 (26.9%) | $50,917 |
| 6-Person Families | 171 (6.5%) | $96,065 |
| 7+ Person Families | 99 (3.8%) | $79,145 |
| Total | 2,618 (100.0%) | $55,703 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Avenal
The median family income in Avenal is $55,703, with families comprising 3+ earners (337) having the highest median family income of $97,176, while families with no earners (180) have the lowest median family income of $15,185, accounting for 12.9% and 6.9% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 180 (6.9%) | $15,185 |
| 1 Earner | 1,191 (45.5%) | $43,125 |
| 2 Earners | 910 (34.8%) | $59,576 |
| 3+ Earners | 337 (12.9%) | $97,176 |
| Total | 2,618 (100.0%) | $55,703 |
Household Income in Avenal
Household Income Brackets in Avenal
With 767 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Avenal, accounting for 25.0% of all households. In contrast, only 40 households (1.3%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 209 | 6.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 83 | 2.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 215 | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 227 | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 727 | 23.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 767 | 25.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 515 | 16.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 166 | 5.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 117 | 3.8% |
| $200,000+ | 40 | 1.3% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Avenal
The median household income in Avenal is $51,902, with the highest median household income of $59,160 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,079 households (35.2%) 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 167 households (5.4%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 167 (5.4%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,402 (45.7%) | $47,411 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,079 (35.2%) | $59,160 |
| 65+ Years | 419 (13.7%) | $46,295 |
| Total | 3,067 (100.0%) | $51,902 |
Poverty in Avenal
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Avenal
With 19.1% poverty level for males and 21.3% for females among the residents of Avenal, 12 to 14 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 171 males (59.0%) and 260 females (50.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 98 (20.8%) | 260 (50.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 222 (30.4%) | 82 (11.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 171 (59.0%) | 90 (26.6%) |
| 15 Years | 26 (15.3%) | 44 (35.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 44 (41.1%) | 17 (16.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 16 (1.9%) | 131 (26.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 103 (11.1%) | 84 (10.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 263 (35.7%) | 147 (20.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 34 (8.2%) | 58 (12.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 115 (25.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 54 (33.1%) | 95 (36.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,031 (19.1%) | 1,123 (21.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Avenal
According to the poverty statistics in Avenal, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 372 (79.1%) | 260 (50.0%) |
| 5 Years | 66 (100.0%) | 131 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 509 (69.6%) | 645 (88.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 119 (41.0%) | 249 (73.5%) |
| 15 Years | 144 (84.7%) | 80 (64.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 63 (58.9%) | 89 (84.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 826 (98.1%) | 372 (74.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 822 (88.9%) | 729 (89.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 474 (64.3%) | 574 (79.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 379 (91.8%) | 417 (87.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 371 (100.0%) | 340 (74.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 109 (66.9%) | 163 (63.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 112 (100.0%) | 98 (100.0%) |
| Total | 4,366 (80.9%) | 4,147 (78.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Avenal
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Avenal show that 14.6% or 247 of the total 1,689 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 22.5%, comprising of 109 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 | 649 (85.4%) | 111 (14.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 406 (93.8%) | 27 (6.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 375 (77.5%) | 109 (22.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,442 (85.4%) | 247 (14.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Avenal
According to the poverty data in Avenal, 14.9% or 58 single-father households and 33.6% or 182 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 58 households (29.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 29 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (23.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 58 (29.0%) | 93 (27.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (47.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (100.0%) |
| Total | 58 (14.9%) | 182 (33.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Avenal
The poverty data for Avenal shows that 247 of the married-couple family households (14.6%) and 240 of the single-parent households (25.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 109 households (22.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 29 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 111 (14.6%) | 24 (12.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 27 (6.2%) | 151 (28.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 109 (22.5%) | 36 (20.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (100.0%) |
| Total | 247 (14.6%) | 240 (25.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Avenal
Employment by Class of Employer in Avenal
Among the 3,481 employed individuals in Avenal, private company employees (2,711 | 77.9%), local government employees (265 | 7.6%), and not-for-profit organizations (254 | 7.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,711 | 77.9% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 0 | 0.0% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 22 | 0.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 254 | 7.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 265 | 7.6% |
| State Government Employees | 213 | 6.1% |
| Federal Government Employees | 16 | 0.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 3,481 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Avenal
According to the labor force statistics for Avenal, out of the total population over 16 years of age (9,855), 41.7% or 4,110 individuals are in the labor force, with 12.0% or 493 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 63.0% or 624 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 65 to 74 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 32.2% or 29 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 43 (6.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 624 (63.0%) | 70 (11.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 554 (40.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 488 (41.1%) | 15 (3.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,192 (53.6%) | 164 (13.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 555 (36.9%) | 116 (20.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 276 (44.6%) | 76 (27.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 285 (46.3%) | 23 (8.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 90 (18.7%) | 29 (32.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,110 (41.7%) | 493 (12.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Avenal
According to labor force statistics for Avenal, 44.5% of individuals (3,354) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (7,537) are in the labor force, with 11.8% or 396 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 55.5% or 241 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 15.2% or 271 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,786 (47.8%) | 568 (15.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 778 (39.9%) | 273 (14.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 547 (38.6%) | 37 (2.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 241 (55.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,354 (44.5%) | 889 (11.8%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Avenal
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Avenal are Community & Social Service (193 | 5.3%), Education Instruction & Library (165 | 4.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (132 | 3.6%), Management (90 | 2.5%), and Health Technologists (79 | 2.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Avenal, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Management (94.4%), Education Instruction & Library (85.5%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (80.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 5 (5.6%) | 85 (94.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 59 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 59 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 52 (26.9%) | 141 (73.1%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 24 (14.5%) | 141 (85.5%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 26 (19.7%) | 106 (80.3%) |
| Health Technologists | 26 (32.9%) | 53 (67.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 142 (30.0%) | 332 (70.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,349 (65.0%) | 1,265 (35.0%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Avenal are Food Preparation & Serving (159 | 4.4%), Healthcare Support (148 | 4.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (107 | 3.0%), Security & Protection (89 | 2.5%), and Personal Care & Service (76 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Avenal, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (76.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (41.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (34.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 148 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 65 (73.0%) | 24 (27.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 46 (65.7%) | 24 (34.3%) |
| Law Enforcement | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 93 (58.5%) | 66 (41.5%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 107 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 58 (76.3%) | 18 (23.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 323 (55.8%) | 256 (44.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,349 (65.0%) | 1,265 (35.0%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Avenal are Sales & Related (131 | 3.6%), and Office & Administration (80 | 2.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 32 (24.4%) | 99 (75.6%) |
| Office & Administration | 25 (31.2%) | 55 (68.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 57 (27.0%) | 154 (73.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,349 (65.0%) | 1,265 (35.0%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Avenal are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (1,268 | 35.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (222 | 6.1%), and Construction & Extraction (184 | 5.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 907 (71.5%) | 361 (28.5%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 184 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 222 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,313 (78.4%) | 361 (21.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,349 (65.0%) | 1,265 (35.0%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Avenal are Production (359 | 9.9%), Material Moving (286 | 7.9%), and Transportation (31 | 0.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 254 (70.8%) | 105 (29.2%) |
| Transportation | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 229 (80.1%) | 57 (19.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 514 (76.0%) | 162 (24.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,349 (65.0%) | 1,265 (35.0%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Avenal
Employment Industries in Avenal
The major employment industries in Avenal include Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (1,493 | 41.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (339 | 9.4%), Wholesale Trade (254 | 7.0%), Manufacturing (236 | 6.5%), and Educational Services (219 | 6.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Avenal
The Avenal industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 1,176 (78.8%) | 317 (21.2%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 42 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 179 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 170 (72.0%) | 66 (28.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 71 (28.0%) | 183 (72.1%) |
| Retail Trade | 91 (52.9%) | 81 (47.1%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 155 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Utilities | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 90 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 74 (64.9%) | 40 (35.1%) |
| Educational Services | 35 (16.0%) | 184 (84.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 58 (17.1%) | 281 (82.9%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (100.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 91 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Public Administration | 25 (30.1%) | 58 (69.9%) |
| Total | 2,349 (65.0%) | 1,265 (35.0%) |
Education in Avenal
School Enrollment in Avenal
The most common levels of schooling among the 4,095 students in Avenal are middle school (1,122 | 27.4%), high school (1,109 | 27.1%), and college / undergraduate (875 | 21.4%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 42 | 1.0% |
| Kindergarten | 177 | 4.3% |
| Elementary School | 770 | 18.8% |
| Middle School | 1,122 | 27.4% |
| High School | 1,109 | 27.1% |
| College / Undergraduate | 875 | 21.4% |
| Graduate / Professional | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 4,095 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Avenal
Out of a total of 4,095 students who are enrolled in schools in Avenal, 631 (15.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,464 (84.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 405 (67.6% 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 28 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 816 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,332 (99.6%) | 5 (0.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 477 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 300 (78.5%) | 82 (21.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 141 (87.0%) | 21 (13.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 177 (60.2%) | 117 (39.8%) |
| 35 Years and over | 194 (32.4%) | 405 (67.6%) |
| Total | 3,464 (84.6%) | 631 (15.4%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Avenal
Liberal arts & history (128 | 27.1%), visual & performing arts (103 | 21.8%), business (44 | 9.3%), physical & health sciences (43 | 9.1%), and engineering (32 | 6.8%) are the most common fields of study among 473 individuals in Avenal who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 21 | 4.4% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 27 | 5.7% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 43 | 9.1% |
| Psychology | 24 | 5.1% |
| Social Sciences | 8 | 1.7% |
| Engineering | 32 | 6.8% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 30 | 6.3% |
| Business | 44 | 9.3% |
| Education | 0 | 0.0% |
| Literature & Languages | 0 | 0.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 128 | 27.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 103 | 21.8% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 13 | 2.8% |
| Total | 473 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Avenal
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Avenal
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Avenal are males with 2 vehicles (785, accounting for 35.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (345, making up 62.1%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 5 (0.2%) | 45 (3.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 411 (18.5%) | 245 (19.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 785 (35.4%) | 345 (27.3%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 426 (19.2%) | 262 (20.7%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 304 (13.7%) | 181 (14.3%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 285 (12.9%) | 187 (14.8%) |
| Total | 2,216 (100.0%) | 1,265 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Avenal
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Avenal are 30 to 34 minutes (631 commuters, 18.1%), 40 to 44 minutes (501 commuters, 14.4%), and 60 to 89 minutes (477 commuters, 13.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 150 | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 283 | 8.1% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 229 | 6.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 168 | 4.8% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 442 | 12.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 102 | 2.9% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 631 | 18.1% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 117 | 3.4% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 501 | 14.4% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 299 | 8.6% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 477 | 13.7% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 82 | 2.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in Avenal
The most common commute times in Avenal are 60 to 89 minutes (452 commuters, 20.4%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (267 commuters, 21.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 19 (0.9%) | 131 (10.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 108 (4.9%) | 175 (13.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 173 (7.8%) | 56 (4.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 151 (6.8%) | 17 (1.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 279 (12.6%) | 163 (12.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 45 (2.0%) | 57 (4.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 364 (16.4%) | 267 (21.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 87 (3.9%) | 30 (2.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 251 (11.3%) | 250 (19.8%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 205 (9.2%) | 94 (7.4%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 452 (20.4%) | 25 (2.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 82 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Avenal
The most frequent times of departure to work in Avenal are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (462, 20.8%) for males and 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (450, 35.6%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 210 (9.5%) | 42 (3.3%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 443 (20.0%) | 133 (10.5%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 181 (8.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 462 (20.8%) | 450 (35.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 402 (18.1%) | 22 (1.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 24 (1.1%) | 181 (14.3%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 43 (1.9%) | 44 (3.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 25 (1.1%) | 120 (9.5%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 26 (1.2%) | 28 (2.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 65 (5.1%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (1.9%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 71 (3.2%) | 102 (8.1%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 329 (14.8%) | 54 (4.3%) |
| Total | 2,216 (100.0%) | 1,265 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Avenal
Occupancy by Ownership in Avenal
Of the total 3,067 dwellings in Avenal, owner-occupied units account for 1,373 (44.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,694 (55.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,373 | 44.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,694 | 55.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 3,067 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Avenal
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 449 | 14.6% |
| 2-Person Household | 622 | 20.3% |
| 3-Person Household | 475 | 15.5% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,521 | 49.6% |
| Total Housing Units | 3,067 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Avenal
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 191 (42.5%) | 258 (57.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 230 (37.0%) | 392 (63.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 95 (20.0%) | 380 (80.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 857 (56.3%) | 664 (43.7%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,373 (44.8%) | 1,694 (55.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Avenal
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 671 (42.3%) | 914 (57.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 309 (42.5%) | 418 (57.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 295 (51.5%) | 278 (48.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 98 (53.8%) | 84 (46.2%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Avenal
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 897 | 29.2% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 672 | 21.9% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 454 | 14.8% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 625 | 20.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 298 | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 109 | 3.5% |
| 85 Years and Over | 12 | 0.4% |
| Total | 3,067 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Avenal
Median Income by Occupancy in Avenal
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,373 (44.8%) | $73,941 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,694 (55.2%) | $45,968 |
| Average | 3,067 (100.0%) | $51,902 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Avenal
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 27 (2.0%) | 89 (5.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 93 (5.5%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 60 (4.4%) | 24 (1.4%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 54 (3.9%) | 148 (8.7%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (0.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 52 (3.8%) | 175 (10.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 267 (19.5%) | 461 (27.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 257 (18.7%) | 511 (30.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 410 (29.9%) | 105 (6.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 150 (10.9%) | 16 (0.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 96 (7.0%) | 60 (3.5%) |
| Total | 1,373 (100.0%) | 1,694 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Avenal
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 17 (1.2%) | 36 (2.1%) |
| $300 to $499 | 201 (14.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 255 (18.6%) | 398 (23.5%) |
| $800 to $999 | 171 (12.4%) | 284 (16.8%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 516 (37.6%) | 923 (54.5%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 93 (6.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 87 (6.3%) | 25 (1.5%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 33 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,373 (100.0%) | 1,694 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Avenal
Housing Structures in Avenal
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,033 | 66.3% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 98 | 3.2% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 51 | 1.7% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 137 | 4.5% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 299 | 9.8% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 339 | 11.1% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 110 | 3.6% |
| Total | 3,067 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Avenal
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,244 (61.2%) | 789 (38.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 38 (38.8%) | 60 (61.2%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 51 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 137 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 299 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 26 (7.7%) | 313 (92.3%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 65 (59.1%) | 45 (40.9%) |
| Total | 1,373 (44.8%) | 1,694 (55.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Avenal
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (1.1%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 28 (2.0%) | 134 (7.9%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 682 (49.7%) | 1,202 (71.0%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 613 (44.7%) | 339 (20.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 50 (3.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,373 (100.0%) | 1,694 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Avenal
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 939 (68.4%) | 1,008 (59.5%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 35 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 399 (29.1%) | 654 (38.6%) |
| 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%) | 32 (1.9%) |
| Total | 1,373 (100.0%) | 1,694 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Avenal
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 40 (2.9%) | 36 (2.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 198 (14.4%) | 637 (37.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 453 (33.0%) | 792 (46.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 682 (49.7%) | 229 (13.5%) |
| Total | 1,373 (100.0%) | 1,694 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Avenal
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Avenal
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 448 | 925 |
| Median Property Value | $217,000 | $202,400 |
| Median Household Income | $79,781 | $96 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $504 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,056 | $78 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Avenal
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (1.1%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 10 (2.2%) | 55 (5.9%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 367 (81.9%) | 628 (67.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 71 (15.9%) | 92 (10.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 107 (11.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (3.6%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 448 (100.0%) | 925 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Avenal
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 86 (19.2%) | 27 (2.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (3.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 56 (12.5%) | 52 (5.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 30 (6.7%) | 211 (22.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 189 (42.2%) | 227 (24.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 87 (19.4%) | 221 (23.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 63 (6.8%) |
| Total | 448 (100.0%) | 925 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Avenal
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 67 (15.0%) | 64,609 (6,984.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 172 (38.4%) | 278 (30.0%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 72 (16.1%) | 107 (11.6%) |
| 4.0x or more | 137 (30.6%) | 193 (20.9%) |
| Total | 448 (100.0%) | 925 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Avenal
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 90 (20.1%) | 27 (2.9%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 201 (44.9%) | 44 (4.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 140 (31.2%) | 280 (30.3%) |
| Total | 448 (100.0%) | 925 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Avenal
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Avenal
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,187 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,673 (92.7%) | 211 (7.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,033 (88.2%) | 138 (11.8%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 987 (60.9%) | 635 (39.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,160 (79.6%) | 298 (20.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 799 (90.0%) | 89 (10.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 708 (85.7%) | 118 (14.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 421 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 182 (86.7%) | 28 (13.3%) |
| Total | 9,150 (85.8%) | 1,517 (14.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Avenal
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,187 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,673 (92.7%) | 211 (7.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,033 (88.2%) | 138 (11.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Avenal
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,564 (89.4%) | 186 (10.6%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,595 (89.5%) | 304 (10.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,667 (68.2%) | 777 (31.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,283 (90.8%) | 232 (9.2%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,041 (98.3%) | 18 (1.7%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Avenal
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 703 (59.2%) | 500 (42.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,984 (68.8%) | 751 (26.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 251 (21.4%) | 782 (66.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 487 (30.0%) | 500 (30.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 531 (36.4%) | 680 (46.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 340 (38.3%) | 459 (51.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 267 (32.3%) | 441 (53.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 421 (100.0%) | 51 (12.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 182 (86.7%) | 101 (48.1%) |
| Total | 5,166 (48.4%) | 4,265 (40.0%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Avenal
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 148 (10.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 24 (1.4%) | 69 (5.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 124 (8.2%) | 265 (16.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (6.1%) | 130 (50.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 80 (71.4%) | 70 (71.4%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Avenal
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 44 (3.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 23 (1.3%) | 22 (1.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 91 (6.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (6.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 58 (59.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 30 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 60 (3.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 73 (28.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 25 (22.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 148 (10.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 48 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (9.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 70 (71.4%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 30 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 11 (0.7%) | 200 (12.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 91 (35.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 55 (49.1%) | 58 (59.2%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 30 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (9.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Avenal
Computing Device Access in Avenal
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,911 | 62.3% |
| Smartphone | 2,908 | 94.8% |
| Tablet | 1,530 | 49.9% |
| No Computing Device | 116 | 3.8% |
| Total | 3,067 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Avenal
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 2,241 | 73.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 402 | 13.1% |
| Satellite Internet | 258 | 8.4% |
| No Internet | 201 | 6.6% |
| Total | 3,067 | 100.0% |
Avenal Summary
Avenal is a city located in Kings County, California, United States. It is situated in the San Joaquin Valley, approximately halfway between Fresno and Bakersfield. The population was 15,505 at the 2010 census, up from 12,269 at the 2000 census.
History
The area that is now Avenal was originally inhabited by the Yokuts people. The first European to explore the area was Spanish explorer Pedro Fages in 1772. The area was later settled by ranchers in the late 19th century. The town of Avenal was founded in 1906 and was named after the Spanish word for “avenue”.
The city was incorporated in 1921 and has since grown to become a major agricultural center in the San Joaquin Valley. The city is home to a large prison complex, which includes the Avenal State Prison and the Pleasant Valley State Prison.
Geography
Avenal is located at 36°59′N 120°14′W (36.983, -120.233). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.3 square miles (13.7 km2), all of it land.
Economy
Avenal’s economy is largely based on agriculture. The city is home to a large number of farms and ranches, which produce a variety of crops, including cotton, tomatoes, corn, and alfalfa. The city is also home to a number of food processing plants, which process and package the crops grown in the area.
The city is also home to a large prison complex, which includes the Avenal State Prison and the Pleasant Valley State Prison. The prisons provide jobs for many of the city’s residents.
Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 12,269 people, 3,845 households, and 2,945 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,288.3 people per square mile (886.2/km2). There were 4,093 housing units at an average density of 772.2 per square mile (297.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 57.2% White, 2.2% African American, 1.2% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 34.7% from other races, and 4.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 62.2% of the population.
There were 3,845 households, out of which 41.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.2% were married couples living together, 14.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.2% were non-families. 19.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.17 and the average family size was 3.63.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 33.2% under the age of 18, 10.2% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 19.2% from 45 to 64, and 10.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 30 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 105.7 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $25,938, and the median income for a family was $27,917. Males had a median income of $25,938 versus $20,938 for females. The per capita income for the city was $10,845. About 22.2% of families and 25.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 33.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Avenal?
Total Population of Avenal is 13,423.
What is the Total Male Population of Avenal?
Total Male Population of Avenal is 8,153.
What is the Total Female Population of Avenal?
Total Female Population of Avenal is 5,270.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Avenal?
There are 154.71 Males per 100 Females in Avenal.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Avenal?
There are 64.64 Females per 100 Males in Avenal.
What is the Median Population Age in Avenal?
Median Population Age in Avenal is 30.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Avenal
Average Family Size in Avenal is 3.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Avenal
Average Household Size in Avenal is 3.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Avenal?
Per Capita income in Avenal is $13,842.
What is the Median Family Income in Avenal?
Median Family Income in Avenal is $55,703.
What is the Median Household income in Avenal?
Median Household Income in Avenal is $51,902.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Avenal?
Income or Wage Gap in Avenal is 19.2%.
Women in Avenal earn 80.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Avenal?
Inequality or Gini Index in Avenal is 0.35.
How Large is the Labor Force in Avenal?
There are 4,110 People in the Labor Forcein in Avenal.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Avenal?
41.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Avenal.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Avenal?
Unemployment Rate in Avenal is 12.0%.