Heber, CA

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Heber Overview

7,910
TOTAL POPULATION
4,274
MALE POPULATION
3,636
FEMALE POPULATION
117.55
MALES / 100 FEMALES
85.07
FEMALES / 100 MALES
30.8
MEDIAN AGE
4.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
4.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$18,245
PER CAPITA INCOME
$52,644
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$56,604
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
35.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
64.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,063
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Heber Zip Codes

Heber Area Codes

Race in Heber

The most populous races in Heber are Hispanic or Latino (7,759 | 98.1%), White / Caucasian (3,101 | 39.2%), and Two or more Races (2,389 | 30.2%).
Race in Heber
Race# Population% Population
Asian270.3%
Black / African American680.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino7,75998.1%
Native / Alaskan1471.9%
White / Caucasian3,10139.2%
Two or more Races2,38930.2%
Some other Race2,17827.5%
Total7,910100.0%

Ancestry in Heber

The most populous ancestries reported in Heber are Mexican (7,378 | 93.3%), Central American Indian (147 | 1.9%), South American (147 | 1.9%), Venezuelan (147 | 1.9%), and West Indian (147 | 1.9%), together accounting for 100.7% of all Heber residents.
Ancestry in Heber
Ancestry# Population% Population
Central American Indian1471.9%
French310.4%
French Canadian1061.3%
Indian (Asian)270.3%
Korean600.8%
Mexican7,37893.3%
Mexican American Indian60.1%
Puerto Rican270.3%
Scottish90.1%
South American1471.9%
Venezuelan1471.9%
West Indian1471.9%
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Immigrants in Heber

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Heber came from Latin America (2,671 | 33.8%), Central America (2,524 | 31.9%), Mexico (2,524 | 31.9%), South America (147 | 1.9%), and Venezuela (147 | 1.9%), together accounting for 101.3% of all Heber residents.
Immigrants in Heber
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa150.2%
Asia320.4%
Central America2,52431.9%
Eastern Asia230.3%
Ghana150.2%
Latin America2,67133.8%
Mexico2,52431.9%
Philippines90.1%
South America1471.9%
South Eastern Asia90.1%
Venezuela1471.9%
Western Africa150.2%
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Sex and Age in Heber

Sex and Age in Heber

The most populous age groups in Heber are 30 to 34 Years (563 | 13.2%) for men and Under 5 Years (464 | 12.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Heber
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years294 (6.9%)464 (12.8%)
5 to 9 Years474 (11.1%)118 (3.3%)
10 to 14 Years328 (7.7%)184 (5.1%)
15 to 19 Years346 (8.1%)265 (7.3%)
20 to 24 Years545 (12.8%)269 (7.4%)
25 to 29 Years106 (2.5%)433 (11.9%)
30 to 34 Years563 (13.2%)217 (6.0%)
35 to 39 Years131 (3.1%)359 (9.9%)
40 to 44 Years277 (6.5%)165 (4.5%)
45 to 49 Years299 (7.0%)325 (8.9%)
50 to 54 Years357 (8.4%)172 (4.7%)
55 to 59 Years55 (1.3%)126 (3.5%)
60 to 64 Years118 (2.8%)152 (4.2%)
65 to 69 Years69 (1.6%)168 (4.6%)
70 to 74 Years136 (3.2%)35 (1.0%)
75 to 79 Years24 (0.6%)58 (1.6%)
80 to 84 Years108 (2.5%)103 (2.8%)
85 Years and over44 (1.0%)23 (0.6%)
Total4,274 (100.0%)3,636 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Heber

Median Family Size in Heber

The median family size in Heber is 4.50 persons per family, with married-couple families (978 | 61.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5.32 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (285 | 17.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.84 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Heber
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple978 (61.6%)5.32
Single Male/Father285 (17.9%)2.84
Single Female/Mother325 (20.5%)3.51
Total Families1,588 (100.0%)4.50

Median Household Size in Heber

The median household size in Heber is 4.31 persons per household, with married-couple households (978 | 53.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.41 persons per household. non-family households (246 | 13.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.59 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Heber
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple978 (53.3%)5.41
Single Male/Father285 (15.5%)3.03
Single Female/Mother325 (17.7%)4.20
Non-family246 (13.4%)1.59
Total Households1,834 (100.0%)4.31

Household Size by Marriage Status in Heber

Out of a total of 1,834 households in Heber, 1,588 (86.6%) are family households, while 246 (13.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 502, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 195.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Heber
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-195 (10.6%)
2-Person Households502 (27.4%)26 (1.4%)
3-Person Households189 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households368 (20.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households347 (18.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households77 (4.2%)25 (1.4%)
7+ Person Households105 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,588 (86.6%)246 (13.4%)

Female Fertility in Heber

Fertility by Age in Heber

Average fertility rate in Heber is 8.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 17.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Heber
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years16 (100.0%)17.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total16 (100.0%)8.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Heber

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Heber
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Heber

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Heber
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree16 (100.0%)20.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total16 (100.0%)8.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Heber

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Heber
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)

Income in Heber

Income Overview in Heber

Per Capita Income in Heber is $18,245, while median incomes of families and households are $52,644 and $56,604 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income7,910$18,245
Median Family Income1,588$52,644
Mean Family Income1,588$68,773
Median Household Income1,834$56,604
Mean Household Income1,834$69,963
Income Deficit1,588$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)7,91035.35%
Wage / Income Gap ($)7,91064.65¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index7,9100.44

Earnings by Sex in Heber

Average Earnings in Heber are $31,655, $38,534 for men and $24,911 for women, a difference of 35.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Heber
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,836 (59.2%)$38,534
Female1,265 (40.8%)$24,911
Total3,101 (100.0%)$31,655

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Heber

The most common earnings brackets in Heber are $17,500 to $19,999 for men (287 | 15.6%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (329 | 26.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Heber
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)121 (9.6%)
$2,500 to $4,99994 (5.1%)37 (2.9%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)12 (0.9%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)169 (13.4%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)101 (8.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99944 (2.4%)57 (4.5%)
$15,000 to $17,49986 (4.7%)40 (3.2%)
$17,500 to $19,999287 (15.6%)16 (1.3%)
$20,000 to $22,49926 (1.4%)12 (0.9%)
$22,500 to $24,99946 (2.5%)70 (5.5%)
$25,000 to $29,999215 (11.7%)93 (7.3%)
$30,000 to $34,99996 (5.2%)329 (26.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99958 (3.2%)62 (4.9%)
$40,000 to $44,99944 (2.4%)38 (3.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99993 (5.1%)43 (3.4%)
$55,000 to $64,99975 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,999225 (12.2%)38 (3.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999253 (13.8%)18 (1.4%)
$100,000+194 (10.6%)9 (0.7%)
Total1,836 (100.0%)1,265 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Heber

Average earnings in Heber are $39,871 for men and $22,839 for women, a difference of 42.7%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $68,811, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $52,891. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $32,566, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $15,031.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Heber
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$52,891$32,566
Bachelor's Degree$68,811$0
Graduate Degree--
Total$39,871$22,839

Family Income in Heber

Family Income Brackets in Heber

According to the Heber family income data, there are 294 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.5% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 44 families (2.8%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Heber
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00019712.4%
$10,000 to $14,999442.8%
$15,000 to $24,999945.9%
$25,000 to $34,99919712.4%
$35,000 to $49,99916710.5%
$50,000 to $74,99929118.3%
$75,000 to $99,99916410.3%
$100,000 to $149,99929418.5%
$150,000 to $199,999784.9%
$200,000+644.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Heber

7+ person families (105 | 6.6%) account for the highest median family income in Heber with $151,042 per family, while 7+ person families (105 | 6.6%) have the highest median income of $21,577 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Heber
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families564 (35.5%)$25,194
3-Person Families127 (8.0%)$45,990
4-Person Families494 (31.1%)$76,023
5-Person Families233 (14.7%)$98,922
6-Person Families65 (4.1%)$0
7+ Person Families105 (6.6%)$151,042
Total1,588 (100.0%)$52,644

Family Income by Number of Earners in Heber

The median family income in Heber is $52,644, with families comprising 3+ earners (167) having the highest median family income of $116,156, while families with 1 earner (931) have the lowest median family income of $33,711, accounting for 10.5% and 58.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Heber
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners136 (8.6%)$51,786
1 Earner931 (58.6%)$33,711
2 Earners354 (22.3%)$114,457
3+ Earners167 (10.5%)$116,156
Total1,588 (100.0%)$52,644

Household Income in Heber

Household Income Brackets in Heber

With 381 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Heber, accounting for 20.8% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Heber
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00028615.6%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,9991437.8%
$25,000 to $34,99919610.7%
$35,000 to $49,999774.2%
$50,000 to $74,99938120.8%
$75,000 to $99,99924913.6%
$100,000 to $149,99935819.5%
$150,000 to $199,999482.6%
$200,000+945.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Heber

The median household income in Heber is $56,604, with the highest median household income of $78,804 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 594 households (32.4%) 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 73 households (4.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Heber
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years73 (4.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years594 (32.4%)$78,804
45 to 64 Years931 (50.8%)$56,708
65+ Years236 (12.9%)$53,173
Total1,834 (100.0%)$56,604

Poverty in Heber

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Heber

With 13.9% poverty level for males and 18.6% for females among the residents of Heber, 15 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 48 males (77.4%) and 81 females (68.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Heber
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years111 (37.8%)56 (12.5%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years57 (10.5%)14 (7.6%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)81 (68.6%)
15 Years48 (77.4%)57 (44.2%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)51 (37.5%)
18 to 24 Years96 (12.8%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years92 (13.8%)34 (5.2%)
35 to 44 Years19 (4.7%)199 (38.0%)
45 to 54 Years84 (12.8%)48 (9.7%)
55 to 64 Years22 (12.7%)91 (32.7%)
65 to 74 Years37 (18.0%)18 (8.9%)
75 Years and over30 (17.1%)23 (12.5%)
Total596 (13.9%)672 (18.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Heber

According to the poverty statistics in Heber, males aged 5 years and females aged 18 to 24 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.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Heber
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years183 (62.2%)391 (87.5%)
5 Years71 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years487 (89.5%)170 (92.4%)
12 to 14 Years187 (100.0%)37 (31.4%)
15 Years14 (22.6%)72 (55.8%)
16 and 17 Years80 (100.0%)85 (62.5%)
18 to 24 Years653 (87.2%)269 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years577 (86.3%)616 (94.8%)
35 to 44 Years389 (95.3%)325 (62.0%)
45 to 54 Years572 (87.2%)449 (90.3%)
55 to 64 Years151 (87.3%)187 (67.3%)
65 to 74 Years168 (82.0%)185 (91.1%)
75 Years and over146 (83.0%)161 (87.5%)
Total3,678 (86.1%)2,947 (81.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Heber

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Heber show that 11.7% or 114 of the total 978 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 71.2%, comprising of 52 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Heber
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children222 (78.2%)62 (21.8%)
1 or 2 Children621 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children21 (28.8%)52 (71.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total864 (88.3%)114 (11.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Heber

According to the poverty data in Heber, 15.4% or 44 single-father households and 53.8% or 175 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 44 households (53.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 138 households (55.9%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Heber
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)37 (47.4%)
1 or 2 Children44 (53.0%)138 (55.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total44 (15.4%)175 (53.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Heber

The poverty data for Heber shows that 114 of the married-couple family households (11.7%) and 219 of the single-parent households (35.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 52 households (71.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 182 household (55.1%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Heber
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children62 (21.8%)37 (14.2%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)182 (55.1%)
3 or 4 Children52 (71.2%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total114 (11.7%)219 (35.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Heber

Employment by Class of Employer in Heber

Among the 2,923 employed individuals in Heber, private company employees (2,023 | 69.2%), local government employees (511 | 17.5%), and state government employees (152 | 5.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Heber
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,02369.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)160.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)993.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations170.6%
Local Government Employees51117.5%
State Government Employees1525.2%
Federal Government Employees873.0%
Unpaid Family Workers180.6%
Total2,923100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Heber

According to the labor force statistics for Heber, out of the total population over 16 years of age (5,857), 52.3% or 3,063 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.5% or 138 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 86.8% or 809 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.5% or 34 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Heber
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years22 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years314 (38.6%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years271 (50.3%)34 (12.5%)
30 to 34 Years643 (82.4%)11 (1.7%)
35 to 44 Years809 (86.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years758 (65.7%)78 (10.3%)
55 to 59 Years104 (57.5%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years124 (45.9%)15 (12.1%)
65 to 74 Years16 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,063 (52.3%)138 (4.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Heber

According to labor force statistics for Heber, 70.3% of individuals (2,710) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,855) are in the labor force, with 5.1% or 138 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 74.8% or 865 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 16.1% or 104 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Heber
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School257 (57.8%)59 (13.2%)
High School Diploma865 (74.8%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree942 (69.8%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher644 (71.3%)145 (16.1%)
Total2,710 (70.3%)197 (5.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Heber

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Heber are Computers, Engineering & Science (208 | 7.1%), Community & Social Service (153 | 5.2%), Management (142 | 4.9%), Architecture & Engineering (133 | 4.5%), and Education Instruction & Library (132 | 4.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Heber

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Heber, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Management (88.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (37.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Heber
OccupationMaleFemale
Management125 (88.0%)17 (12.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science181 (87.0%)27 (13.0%)
Computers & Mathematics75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering106 (79.7%)27 (20.3%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 104 (68.0%)49 (32.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library83 (62.9%)49 (37.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)116 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)40 (100.0%)
Total (Category)410 (66.2%)209 (33.8%)
Total (Overall)1,710 (58.5%)1,213 (41.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Heber are Security & Protection (349 | 11.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (307 | 10.5%), Firefighting & Prevention (269 | 9.2%), Healthcare Support (250 | 8.6%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (172 | 5.9%).
Services Occupations in Heber

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Heber, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (82.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (77.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (49.5%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (36.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Heber
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)250 (100.0%)
Security & Protection288 (82.5%)61 (17.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention208 (77.3%)61 (22.7%)
Law Enforcement80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving155 (50.5%)152 (49.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance110 (63.9%)62 (36.0%)
Personal Care & Service50 (72.5%)19 (27.5%)
Total (Category)603 (52.6%)544 (47.4%)
Total (Overall)1,710 (58.5%)1,213 (41.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Heber are Office & Administration (318 | 10.9%), and Sales & Related (224 | 7.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Heber

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Heber
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related140 (62.5%)84 (37.5%)
Office & Administration18 (5.7%)300 (94.3%)
Total (Category)158 (29.1%)384 (70.9%)
Total (Overall)1,710 (58.5%)1,213 (41.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Heber are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (112 | 3.8%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (88 | 3.0%), and Construction & Extraction (55 | 1.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Heber

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Heber
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry55 (62.5%)33 (37.5%)
Construction & Extraction55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair112 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)222 (87.1%)33 (12.9%)
Total (Overall)1,710 (58.5%)1,213 (41.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Heber are Production (154 | 5.3%), Transportation (118 | 4.0%), and Material Moving (88 | 3.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Heber

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Heber
OccupationMaleFemale
Production154 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation108 (91.5%)10 (8.5%)
Material Moving55 (62.5%)33 (37.5%)
Total (Category)317 (88.1%)43 (11.9%)
Total (Overall)1,710 (58.5%)1,213 (41.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Heber

Employment Industries in Heber

The major employment industries in Heber include Health Care & Social Assistance (411 | 14.1%), Accommodation & Food Services (346 | 11.8%), Educational Services (341 | 11.7%), Retail Trade (338 | 11.6%), and Manufacturing (286 | 9.8%).
Employment Industries in Heber

Employment Industries by Sex in Heber

The Heber industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Information (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (86.4%), Retail Trade (56.5%), and Accommodation & Food Services (55.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Heber
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting45 (57.7%)33 (42.3%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction151 (84.4%)28 (15.6%)
Manufacturing253 (88.5%)33 (11.5%)
Wholesale Trade44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade147 (43.5%)191 (56.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing107 (91.4%)10 (8.6%)
Utilities97 (84.4%)18 (15.7%)
Information25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific62 (60.8%)40 (39.2%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support110 (87.3%)16 (12.7%)
Educational Services181 (53.1%)160 (46.9%)
Health Care & Social Assistance56 (13.6%)355 (86.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services155 (44.8%)191 (55.2%)
Public Administration146 (73.0%)54 (27.0%)
Total1,710 (58.5%)1,213 (41.5%)

Education in Heber

School Enrollment in Heber

The most common levels of schooling among the 2,543 students in Heber are college / undergraduate (666 | 26.2%), high school (560 | 22.0%), and middle school (454 | 17.8%).
School Enrollment in Heber
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool2228.7%
Kindergarten1636.4%
Elementary School37214.6%
Middle School45417.8%
High School56022.0%
College / Undergraduate66626.2%
Graduate / Professional1064.2%
Total2,543100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Heber

Out of a total of 2,543 students who are enrolled in schools in Heber, 132 (5.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,411 (94.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 34 (20.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 407 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Heber
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds131 (79.4%)34 (20.6%)
5 to 9 Year Old574 (97.0%)18 (3.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds446 (87.1%)66 (12.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds407 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds151 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds324 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds222 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over157 (92.3%)13 (7.6%)
Total2,411 (94.8%)132 (5.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Heber

Business (202 | 20.8%), engineering (194 | 20.0%), psychology (149 | 15.3%), education (123 | 12.7%), and social sciences (82 | 8.4%) are the most common fields of study among 971 individuals in Heber who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Heber
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics353.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural707.2%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology14915.3%
Social Sciences828.4%
Engineering19420.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business20220.8%
Education12312.7%
Literature & Languages323.3%
Liberal Arts & History464.7%
Visual & Performing Arts111.1%
Communications60.6%
Arts & Humanities212.2%
Total971100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Heber

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Heber

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Heber are males with 1 vehicle (450, accounting for 26.3%) and females with 1 vehicle (424, making up 37.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Heber
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)21 (1.7%)
1 Vehicle450 (26.3%)424 (34.9%)
2 Vehicles427 (25.0%)391 (32.2%)
3 Vehicles245 (14.3%)199 (16.4%)
4 Vehicles380 (22.2%)102 (8.4%)
5 or more Vehicles208 (12.2%)76 (6.3%)
Total1,710 (100.0%)1,213 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Heber

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Heber are 15 to 19 minutes (1,123 commuters, 40.1%), 20 to 24 minutes (493 commuters, 17.6%), and 10 to 14 minutes (386 commuters, 13.8%).
Commute Time in Heber
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1053.7%
5 to 9 Minutes1535.5%
10 to 14 Minutes38613.8%
15 to 19 Minutes1,12340.1%
20 to 24 Minutes49317.6%
25 to 29 Minutes1585.7%
30 to 34 Minutes883.2%
35 to 39 Minutes40.1%
40 to 44 Minutes301.1%
45 to 59 Minutes562.0%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes2027.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Heber

The most common commute times in Heber are 15 to 19 minutes (694 commuters, 41.1%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (429 commuters, 38.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Heber
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes105 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes46 (2.7%)107 (9.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes207 (12.2%)179 (16.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes694 (41.1%)429 (38.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes213 (12.6%)280 (25.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes84 (5.0%)74 (6.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes53 (3.1%)35 (3.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)4 (0.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes30 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes56 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes202 (11.9%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Heber

The most frequent times of departure to work in Heber are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (482, 28.5%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (346, 31.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Heber
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM203 (12.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM38 (2.2%)66 (6.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)74 (6.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM482 (28.5%)46 (4.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM188 (11.1%)49 (4.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM191 (11.3%)346 (31.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM153 (9.0%)177 (16.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)133 (12.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)32 (2.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM162 (9.6%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)53 (4.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM218 (12.9%)35 (3.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM55 (3.3%)97 (8.7%)
Total1,690 (100.0%)1,108 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Heber

Occupancy by Ownership in Heber

Of the total 1,834 dwellings in Heber, owner-occupied units account for 1,248 (68.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 586 (32.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Heber
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,24868.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units58632.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,834100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Heber

Occupancy by Household Size in Heber
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household19510.6%
2-Person Household52828.8%
3-Person Household18910.3%
4+ Person Household92250.3%
Total Housing Units1,834100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Heber

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Heber
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household171 (87.7%)24 (12.3%)
2-Person Household310 (58.7%)218 (41.3%)
3-Person Household76 (40.2%)113 (59.8%)
4+ Person Household691 (75.0%)231 (25.1%)
Total Housing Units1,248 (68.0%)586 (32.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Heber

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Heber
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School263 (62.2%)160 (37.8%)
High School Diploma155 (67.1%)76 (32.9%)
College/Associate Degree510 (65.7%)266 (34.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher320 (79.2%)84 (20.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Heber

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Heber
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years26514.4%
35 to 44 Years40221.9%
45 to 54 Years70238.3%
55 to 64 Years22912.5%
65 to 74 Years1468.0%
75 to 84 Years764.1%
85 Years and Over140.8%
Total1,834100.0%

Housing Finances in Heber

Median Income by Occupancy in Heber

Median Income by Occupancy in Heber
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,248 (68.0%)$75,795
Renter-Occupied586 (32.0%)$0
Average1,834 (100.0%)$56,604

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Heber

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Heber
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00074 (5.9%)68 (11.6%)
$5,000 to $9,99957 (4.6%)88 (15.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)95 (16.2%)
$20,000 to $24,99911 (0.9%)37 (6.3%)
$25,000 to $34,999155 (12.4%)42 (7.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99966 (5.3%)11 (1.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999247 (19.8%)134 (22.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999210 (16.8%)40 (6.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999296 (23.7%)62 (10.6%)
$150,000 or more132 (10.6%)9 (1.5%)
Total1,248 (100.0%)586 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Heber

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Heber
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)123 (21.0%)
$300 to $499276 (22.1%)92 (15.7%)
$500 to $799225 (18.0%)53 (9.0%)
$800 to $99953 (4.3%)68 (11.6%)
$1,000 to $1,499138 (11.1%)201 (34.3%)
$1,500 to $1,999208 (16.7%)40 (6.8%)
$2,000 to $2,499289 (23.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99923 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more36 (2.9%)9 (1.5%)
Total1,248 (100.0%)586 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Heber

Housing Structures in Heber

Housing Structures in Heber
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,21466.2%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments834.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1759.5%
10 or more Apartments1246.8%
Mobile Home / Other23813.0%
Total1,834100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Heber

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Heber
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,043 (85.9%)171 (14.1%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)83 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)175 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)124 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other205 (86.1%)33 (13.9%)
Total1,248 (68.0%)586 (32.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Heber

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Heber
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room21 (1.7%)50 (8.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms155 (12.4%)18 (3.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms398 (31.9%)444 (75.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms501 (40.1%)34 (5.8%)
8 or more Rooms173 (13.9%)40 (6.8%)
Total1,248 (100.0%)586 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Heber

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Heber
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas918 (73.6%)347 (59.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas78 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity188 (15.1%)171 (29.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used64 (5.1%)68 (11.6%)
Total1,248 (100.0%)586 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Heber

Household Vehicle Usage in Heber
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle34 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle346 (27.7%)347 (59.2%)
2 Vehicles495 (39.7%)139 (23.7%)
3 or more Vehicles373 (29.9%)100 (17.1%)
Total1,248 (100.0%)586 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Heber

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Heber

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units560688
Median Property Value$176,100$275,100
Median Household Income$55,346$51
Monthly Housing Costs$503$36
Real Estate Taxes--

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Heber

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Heber
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000184 (32.9%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)21 (3.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999250 (44.6%)439 (63.8%)
$300,000 to $499,999100 (17.9%)192 (27.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)30 (4.4%)
$750,000 to $999,99926 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)6 (0.9%)
Total560 (100.0%)688 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Heber

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Heber
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00037 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)94 (13.7%)
$25,000 to $34,999155 (27.7%)11 (1.6%)
$35,000 to $49,9999 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999160 (28.6%)57 (8.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99967 (12.0%)87 (12.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99951 (9.1%)143 (20.8%)
$150,000 or more81 (14.5%)245 (35.6%)
Total560 (100.0%)688 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Heber

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Heber
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x351 (62.7%)80,625 (11,718.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x59 (10.5%)21 (3.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x12 (2.1%)257 (37.3%)
4.0x or more138 (24.6%)144 (20.9%)
Total560 (100.0%)688 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Heber

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Heber
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800207 (37.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49984 (15.0%)21 (3.0%)
$800 to $1,499240 (42.9%)30 (4.4%)
Total560 (100.0%)688 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Heber

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Heber

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Heber
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years762 (91.9%)67 (8.1%)
6 to 18 Years1,261 (82.4%)270 (17.6%)
19 to 25 Years903 (82.4%)193 (17.6%)
26 to 34 Years1,054 (91.6%)96 (8.4%)
35 to 44 Years681 (73.1%)251 (26.9%)
45 to 54 Years995 (86.3%)158 (13.7%)
55 to 64 Years367 (81.4%)84 (18.6%)
65 to 74 Years387 (94.9%)21 (5.1%)
75 Years and older360 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,770 (85.6%)1,140 (14.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Heber

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Heber
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born762 (91.9%)67 (8.1%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,261 (82.4%)270 (17.6%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen903 (82.4%)193 (17.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Heber

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Heber
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000932 (83.8%)180 (16.2%)
$25,000 to $49,999844 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,841 (75.5%)597 (24.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999748 (86.2%)120 (13.8%)
$100,000 and over2,405 (90.8%)243 (9.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Heber

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Heber
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6675 (81.4%)144 (17.4%)
6 to 18 Years583 (38.1%)758 (49.5%)
19 to 25 Years539 (49.2%)438 (40.0%)
25 to 34 Years728 (63.3%)390 (33.9%)
35 to 44 Years159 (17.1%)542 (58.2%)
45 to 54 Years314 (27.2%)681 (59.1%)
55 to 64 Years234 (51.9%)148 (32.8%)
65 to 74 Years387 (94.9%)37 (9.1%)
75 Years and over303 (84.2%)57 (15.8%)
Total3,922 (49.6%)3,195 (40.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Heber

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Heber
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years25 (2.6%)61 (10.8%)
18 to 34 Years70 (4.9%)84 (9.1%)
35 to 64 Years70 (5.7%)74 (5.7%)
65 to 74 Years58 (28.3%)54 (26.6%)
75 Years and over132 (75.0%)109 (59.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Heber

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Heber: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)14 (2.5%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years70 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)37 (18.2%)
75 Years and over60 (34.1%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Heber: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years36 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Heber: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years25 (2.6%)47 (8.3%)
18 to 34 Years70 (4.9%)84 (9.1%)
35 to 64 Years34 (2.8%)42 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)82 (44.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Heber: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years70 (5.7%)74 (5.7%)
65 to 74 Years37 (18.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over96 (54.5%)109 (59.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Heber: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years34 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)82 (44.6%)

Technology Access in Heber

Computing Device Access in Heber

Computing Device Access in Heber
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,43678.3%
Smartphone1,77296.6%
Tablet1,37975.2%
No Computing Device522.8%
Total1,834100.0%

Internet Access in Heber

Internet Access in Heber
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,48380.9%
Cellular Data Only1689.2%
Satellite Internet21411.7%
No Internet1246.8%
Total1,834100.0%

Heber Summary

Heber, California is a small unincorporated community located in Imperial County, California. It is situated in the southeastern corner of the state, approximately 20 miles east of El Centro and just north of the Mexican border. The population of Heber was estimated to be 1,845 in 2019.

History

Heber was founded in the late 19th century by a group of Mormon settlers from Utah. The settlers named the town after Heber J. Grant, the seventh president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The town was originally a farming community, and the settlers grew a variety of crops, including cotton, alfalfa, and wheat.
In the early 20th century, Heber began to experience a population boom as more people moved to the area to take advantage of the fertile soil and mild climate. The town was incorporated in 1912, and the population continued to grow throughout the decade.
In the 1930s, Heber was hit hard by the Great Depression. Many of the town’s residents were forced to leave in search of work elsewhere. The population declined significantly during this time, and the town was eventually disincorporated in 1938.

Geography

Heber is located in the southeastern corner of Imperial County, California. It is situated in the Sonoran Desert, and the terrain is mostly flat and arid. The town is surrounded by agricultural fields, and the nearby Salton Sea provides a source of irrigation for the area.
The climate in Heber is hot and dry, with temperatures ranging from the mid-90s in the summer to the mid-60s in the winter. The area receives very little rainfall, and the average annual precipitation is only about 4 inches.

Economy

The economy of Heber is largely based on agriculture. The town is surrounded by agricultural fields, and the nearby Salton Sea provides a source of irrigation for the area. The main crops grown in the area are cotton, alfalfa, and wheat.
In addition to agriculture, Heber also has a small tourism industry. The town is home to several popular attractions, including the Heber Valley Railroad, the Imperial Valley Desert Museum, and the Heber Valley Historical Museum.

Demographics

As of 2019, the population of Heber was estimated to be 1,845. The racial makeup of the town was 73.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 22.7% from other races, and 2.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 44.2% of the population.
The median household income in Heber was $31,250, and the median family income was $35,000. The per capita income was $14,845. About 24.3% of the population was below the poverty line.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Heber?
Total Population of Heber is 7,910.
What is the Total Male Population of Heber?
Total Male Population of Heber is 4,274.
What is the Total Female Population of Heber?
Total Female Population of Heber is 3,636.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Heber?
There are 117.55 Males per 100 Females in Heber.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Heber?
There are 85.07 Females per 100 Males in Heber.
What is the Median Population Age in Heber?
Median Population Age in Heber is 30.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Heber
Average Family Size in Heber is 4.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Heber
Average Household Size in Heber is 4.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Heber?
Per Capita income in Heber is $18,245.
What is the Median Family Income in Heber?
Median Family Income in Heber is $52,644.
What is the Median Household income in Heber?
Median Household Income in Heber is $56,604.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Heber?
Income or Wage Gap in Heber is 35.4%.
Women in Heber earn 64.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Heber?
Inequality or Gini Index in Heber is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Heber?
There are 3,063 People in the Labor Forcein in Heber.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Heber?
52.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Heber.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Heber?
Unemployment Rate in Heber is 4.5%.