Needles, CA

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Needles Overview

4,895
TOTAL POPULATION
2,505
MALE POPULATION
2,390
FEMALE POPULATION
104.81
MALES / 100 FEMALES
95.41
FEMALES / 100 MALES
48.8
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,969
PER CAPITA INCOME
$54,828
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$38,368
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
18.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
81.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$6,775
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.52
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,751
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
42.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
14.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Needles Zip Codes

Needles Area Codes

Race in Needles

The most populous races in Needles are White / Caucasian (3,203 | 65.4%), Hispanic or Latino (1,559 | 31.9%), and Two or more Races (806 | 16.5%).
Race in Needles
Race# Population% Population
Asian430.9%
Black / African American1633.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific130.3%
Hispanic or Latino1,55931.9%
Native / Alaskan54811.2%
White / Caucasian3,20365.4%
Two or more Races80616.5%
Some other Race1192.4%
Total4,895100.0%

Ancestry in Needles

The most populous ancestries reported in Needles are Mexican (1,237 | 25.3%), German (824 | 16.8%), Irish (553 | 11.3%), Yuman (507 | 10.4%), and English (346 | 7.1%), together accounting for 70.8% of all Needles residents.
Ancestry in Needles
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1092.2%
Austrian100.2%
Blackfeet60.1%
British80.2%
Canadian120.3%
Central American801.6%
Cherokee1312.7%
Croatian100.2%
Czech150.3%
Danish120.3%
Dutch1402.9%
English3467.1%
European220.4%
Finnish280.6%
French1202.5%
German82416.8%
Guatemalan651.3%
Indian (Asian)260.5%
Iranian100.2%
Irish55311.3%
Italian771.6%
Korean30.1%
Mexican1,23725.3%
Mexican American Indian240.5%
Native Hawaiian190.4%
Norwegian1122.3%
Paiute471.0%
Pima390.8%
Polish1162.4%
Portuguese120.3%
Puerto Rican1473.0%
Russian581.2%
Salvadoran150.3%
Scandinavian150.3%
Scotch-Irish931.9%
Scottish671.4%
Slavic160.3%
Spaniard601.2%
Spanish350.7%
Swedish70.1%
Thai140.3%
Welsh420.9%
Yugoslavian30.1%
Yuman50710.4%
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Immigrants in Needles

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Needles came from Central America (102 | 2.1%), Latin America (102 | 2.1%), Mexico (87 | 1.8%), Asia (29 | 0.6%), and China (26 | 0.5%), together accounting for 7.1% of all Needles residents.
Immigrants in Needles
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia290.6%
Canada240.5%
Central America1022.1%
China260.5%
Eastern Asia260.5%
El Salvador150.3%
England140.3%
Europe140.3%
Latin America1022.1%
Mexico871.8%
Northern Europe140.3%
Philippines30.1%
South Eastern Asia30.1%
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Sex and Age in Needles

Sex and Age in Needles

The most populous age groups in Needles are 60 to 64 Years (394 | 15.7%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (268 | 11.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Needles
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years114 (4.5%)72 (3.0%)
5 to 9 Years97 (3.9%)137 (5.7%)
10 to 14 Years146 (5.8%)193 (8.1%)
15 to 19 Years169 (6.8%)161 (6.7%)
20 to 24 Years68 (2.7%)89 (3.7%)
25 to 29 Years84 (3.4%)93 (3.9%)
30 to 34 Years88 (3.5%)63 (2.6%)
35 to 39 Years187 (7.5%)203 (8.5%)
40 to 44 Years194 (7.7%)80 (3.4%)
45 to 49 Years159 (6.4%)196 (8.2%)
50 to 54 Years143 (5.7%)21 (0.9%)
55 to 59 Years172 (6.9%)249 (10.4%)
60 to 64 Years394 (15.7%)268 (11.2%)
65 to 69 Years214 (8.5%)169 (7.1%)
70 to 74 Years71 (2.8%)188 (7.9%)
75 to 79 Years83 (3.3%)75 (3.1%)
80 to 84 Years57 (2.3%)125 (5.2%)
85 Years and over65 (2.6%)8 (0.3%)
Total2,505 (100.0%)2,390 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Needles

Median Family Size in Needles

The median family size in Needles is 2.88 persons per family, with single female/mother families (373 | 27.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.16 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (145 | 10.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.30 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Needles
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple850 (62.1%)2.86
Single Male/Father145 (10.6%)2.30
Single Female/Mother373 (27.3%)3.16
Total Families1,368 (100.0%)2.88

Median Household Size in Needles

The median household size in Needles is 2.43 persons per household, with single female/mother households (373 | 18.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.37 persons per household. non-family households (648 | 32.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.28 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Needles
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple850 (42.2%)2.88
Single Male/Father145 (7.2%)2.47
Single Female/Mother373 (18.5%)3.37
Non-family648 (32.1%)1.28
Total Households2,016 (100.0%)2.43

Household Size by Marriage Status in Needles

Out of a total of 2,016 households in Needles, 1,368 (67.9%) are family households, while 648 (32.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 829, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 500.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Needles
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-500 (24.8%)
2-Person Households829 (41.1%)98 (4.9%)
3-Person Households214 (10.6%)50 (2.5%)
4-Person Households182 (9.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households64 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households74 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households5 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,368 (67.9%)648 (32.1%)

Female Fertility in Needles

Fertility by Age in Needles

Average fertility rate in Needles is 55.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 159.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 79.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Needles
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years10 (20.4%)62.0
20 to 34 years39 (79.6%)159.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total49 (100.0%)55.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Needles

26.5% of women with births (49) in Needles are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 66.7% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Needles
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years13 (33.3%)26 (66.7%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total13 (26.5%)36 (73.5%)

Fertility by Education in Needles

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Needles
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma32 (65.3%)83.0
College or Associate's Degree17 (34.7%)66.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total49 (100.0%)55.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Needles

73.5% of women with births in Needles are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 41.2% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 81.2% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Needles
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma6 (18.8%)26 (81.2%)
College or Associate's Degree7 (41.2%)10 (58.8%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total13 (26.5%)36 (73.5%)

Income in Needles

Income Overview in Needles

Per Capita Income in Needles is $27,969, while median incomes of families and households are $54,828 and $38,368 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income4,895$27,969
Median Family Income1,368$54,828
Mean Family Income1,368$76,251
Median Household Income2,016$38,368
Mean Household Income2,016$66,748
Income Deficit1,368$6,775
Wage / Income Gap (%)4,89518.48%
Wage / Income Gap ($)4,89581.52¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4,8950.52

Earnings by Sex in Needles

Average Earnings in Needles are $36,860, $40,817 for men and $33,272 for women, a difference of 18.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Needles
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,030 (60.9%)$40,817
Female661 (39.1%)$33,272
Total1,691 (100.0%)$36,860

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Needles

The most common earnings brackets in Needles are $100,000+ for men (159 | 15.4%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (75 | 11.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Needles
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less31 (3.0%)19 (2.9%)
$2,500 to $4,99948 (4.7%)37 (5.6%)
$5,000 to $7,49932 (3.1%)22 (3.3%)
$7,500 to $9,99972 (7.0%)6 (0.9%)
$10,000 to $12,49953 (5.1%)37 (5.6%)
$12,500 to $14,99939 (3.8%)22 (3.3%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)30 (4.5%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49910 (1.0%)29 (4.4%)
$22,500 to $24,99932 (3.1%)43 (6.5%)
$25,000 to $29,99947 (4.6%)75 (11.4%)
$30,000 to $34,99997 (9.4%)34 (5.1%)
$35,000 to $39,99937 (3.6%)39 (5.9%)
$40,000 to $44,99976 (7.4%)21 (3.2%)
$45,000 to $49,99965 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99944 (4.3%)22 (3.3%)
$55,000 to $64,99937 (3.6%)73 (11.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99940 (3.9%)55 (8.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999111 (10.8%)59 (8.9%)
$100,000+159 (15.4%)38 (5.8%)
Total1,030 (100.0%)661 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Needles

Average earnings in Needles are $40,767 for men and $36,164 for women, a difference of 11.3%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $113,100, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $31,146. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $60,433, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $23,510.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Needles
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$31,146$28,274
College or Associate's Degree$46,250$43,977
Bachelor's Degree$113,100$60,433
Graduate Degree--
Total$40,767$36,164

Family Income in Needles

Family Income Brackets in Needles

According to the Needles family income data, there are 295 families falling into the $15,000 to $24,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.6% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 14 families (1.0%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Needles
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000886.4%
$10,000 to $14,999141.0%
$15,000 to $24,99929521.6%
$25,000 to $34,99917012.4%
$35,000 to $49,999856.2%
$50,000 to $74,99916111.8%
$75,000 to $99,99917212.6%
$100,000 to $149,99920715.1%
$150,000 to $199,9991158.4%
$200,000+624.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Needles

6-person families (51 | 3.7%) account for the highest median family income in Needles with $133,681 per family, while 6-person families (51 | 3.7%) have the highest median income of $22,280 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Needles
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families837 (61.2%)$39,271
3-Person Families236 (17.2%)$60,625
4-Person Families180 (13.2%)$44,464
5-Person Families64 (4.7%)$0
6-Person Families51 (3.7%)$133,681
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,368 (100.0%)$54,828

Family Income by Number of Earners in Needles

The median family income in Needles is $54,828, with families comprising 3+ earners (99) having the highest median family income of $153,750, while families with no earners (549) have the lowest median family income of $19,786, accounting for 7.2% and 40.1% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Needles
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners549 (40.1%)$19,786
1 Earner417 (30.5%)$55,613
2 Earners303 (22.2%)$114,181
3+ Earners99 (7.2%)$153,750
Total1,368 (100.0%)$54,828

Household Income in Needles

Household Income Brackets in Needles

With 359 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Needles, accounting for 17.8% of all households. In contrast, only 71 households (3.5%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Needles
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001296.4%
$10,000 to $14,9991879.3%
$15,000 to $24,99935917.8%
$25,000 to $34,99924612.2%
$35,000 to $49,99923611.7%
$50,000 to $74,99920810.3%
$75,000 to $99,99923411.6%
$100,000 to $149,99923211.5%
$150,000 to $199,9991155.7%
$200,000+713.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Needles

The median household income in Needles is $38,368, with the highest median household income of $77,386 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 381 households (18.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $30,086, with 920 households (45.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Needles
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years43 (2.1%)$31,513
25 to 44 Years381 (18.9%)$77,386
45 to 64 Years920 (45.6%)$30,086
65+ Years672 (33.3%)$52,692
Total2,016 (100.0%)$38,368

Poverty in Needles

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Needles

With 28.1% poverty level for males and 30.5% for females among the residents of Needles, 15 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 8 males (100.0%) and 43 females (86.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Needles
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years91 (79.8%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years12 (40.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years5 (4.0%)71 (37.8%)
12 to 14 Years52 (58.4%)56 (46.7%)
15 Years8 (100.0%)23 (62.2%)
16 and 17 Years48 (38.7%)43 (86.0%)
18 to 24 Years10 (9.5%)96 (58.9%)
25 to 34 Years59 (34.3%)58 (37.2%)
35 to 44 Years52 (13.7%)74 (26.2%)
45 to 54 Years20 (6.6%)54 (24.9%)
55 to 64 Years274 (48.4%)207 (40.0%)
65 to 74 Years67 (23.5%)38 (10.6%)
75 Years and over6 (2.9%)8 (3.8%)
Total704 (28.1%)728 (30.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Needles

According to the poverty statistics in Needles, males aged 75 years and over and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 97.1% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Needles
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years23 (20.2%)72 (100.0%)
5 Years18 (60.0%)22 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years119 (96.0%)117 (62.2%)
12 to 14 Years37 (41.6%)64 (53.3%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)14 (37.8%)
16 and 17 Years76 (61.3%)7 (14.0%)
18 to 24 Years95 (90.5%)67 (41.1%)
25 to 34 Years113 (65.7%)98 (62.8%)
35 to 44 Years329 (86.4%)209 (73.9%)
45 to 54 Years282 (93.4%)163 (75.1%)
55 to 64 Years292 (51.6%)310 (60.0%)
65 to 74 Years218 (76.5%)319 (89.4%)
75 Years and over199 (97.1%)200 (96.2%)
Total1,801 (71.9%)1,662 (69.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Needles

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Needles show that 20.1% or 171 of the total 850 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 20.9%, comprising of 130 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 12.8%, which includes 6 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Needles
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children493 (79.1%)130 (20.9%)
1 or 2 Children145 (80.6%)35 (19.4%)
3 or 4 Children41 (87.2%)6 (12.8%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total679 (79.9%)171 (20.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Needles

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Needles
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)56 (27.7%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)20 (25.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)82 (88.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)158 (42.4%)

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

The poverty data for Needles shows that 171 of the married-couple family households (20.1%) and 158 of the single-parent households (30.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 130 households (20.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 82 household (88.2%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Needles
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children130 (20.9%)56 (18.8%)
1 or 2 Children35 (19.4%)20 (15.8%)
3 or 4 Children6 (12.8%)82 (88.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total171 (20.1%)158 (30.5%)

Employment Characteristics in Needles

Employment by Class of Employer in Needles

Among the 1,480 employed individuals in Needles, private company employees (795 | 53.7%), local government employees (333 | 22.5%), and state government employees (108 | 7.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Needles
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees79553.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)392.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)453.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations1037.0%
Local Government Employees33322.5%
State Government Employees1087.3%
Federal Government Employees573.8%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,480100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Needles

According to the labor force statistics for Needles, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,091), 42.8% or 1,751 individuals are in the labor force, with 14.1% or 247 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 88.6% or 588 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 50.0% or 59 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Needles
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years57 (20.0%)2 (3.5%)
20 to 24 Years118 (75.2%)59 (50.0%)
25 to 29 Years123 (69.5%)54 (43.9%)
30 to 34 Years82 (54.3%)19 (23.2%)
35 to 44 Years588 (88.6%)28 (4.8%)
45 to 54 Years397 (76.5%)69 (17.5%)
55 to 59 Years160 (38.0%)3 (1.9%)
60 to 64 Years87 (13.1%)1 (1.1%)
65 to 74 Years129 (20.1%)11 (8.5%)
75 Years and over9 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,751 (42.8%)247 (14.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Needles

According to labor force statistics for Needles, 55.4% of individuals (1,437) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,594) are in the labor force, with 12.1% or 174 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 78.0% or 213 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 24.9% or 46 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Needles
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School185 (33.7%)137 (24.9%)
High School Diploma588 (63.3%)111 (12.0%)
College / Associate Degree451 (53.5%)103 (12.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher213 (78.0%)4 (1.4%)
Total1,437 (55.4%)314 (12.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Needles

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Needles are Community & Social Service (191 | 12.7%), Management (122 | 8.1%), Education Instruction & Library (119 | 7.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (47 | 3.1%), and Education, Arts & Media (44 | 2.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Needles

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Needles, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Business & Financial (86.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Needles
OccupationMaleFemale
Management54 (44.3%)68 (55.7%)
Business & Financial6 (14.0%)37 (86.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 64 (33.5%)127 (66.5%)
Education, Arts & Media44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library18 (15.1%)101 (84.9%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating12 (25.5%)35 (74.5%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Total (Category)142 (34.7%)267 (65.3%)
Total (Overall)877 (58.4%)624 (41.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Needles are Security & Protection (123 | 8.2%), Healthcare Support (101 | 6.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (91 | 6.1%), Law Enforcement (85 | 5.7%), and Food Preparation & Serving (81 | 5.4%).
Services Occupations in Needles

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Needles, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (97.6%), and Law Enforcement (96.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (78.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (70.4%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (52.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Needles
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support22 (21.8%)79 (78.2%)
Security & Protection120 (97.6%)3 (2.4%)
Firefighting & Prevention38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement82 (96.5%)3 (3.5%)
Food Preparation & Serving24 (29.6%)57 (70.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance43 (47.2%)48 (52.7%)
Personal Care & Service14 (63.6%)8 (36.4%)
Total (Category)223 (53.3%)195 (46.7%)
Total (Overall)877 (58.4%)624 (41.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Needles are Sales & Related (108 | 7.2%), and Office & Administration (102 | 6.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Needles

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Needles
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related15 (13.9%)93 (86.1%)
Office & Administration53 (52.0%)49 (48.0%)
Total (Category)68 (32.4%)142 (67.6%)
Total (Overall)877 (58.4%)624 (41.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Needles are Construction & Extraction (89 | 5.9%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (81 | 5.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Needles

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Needles
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction89 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair81 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)170 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)877 (58.4%)624 (41.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Needles are Transportation (216 | 14.4%), Production (46 | 3.1%), and Material Moving (32 | 2.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Needles

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Needles
OccupationMaleFemale
Production33 (71.7%)13 (28.3%)
Transportation213 (98.6%)3 (1.4%)
Material Moving28 (87.5%)4 (12.5%)
Total (Category)274 (93.2%)20 (6.8%)
Total (Overall)877 (58.4%)624 (41.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Needles

Employment Industries in Needles

The major employment industries in Needles include Accommodation & Food Services (230 | 15.3%), Public Administration (213 | 14.2%), Transportation & Warehousing (198 | 13.2%), Educational Services (129 | 8.6%), and Retail Trade (124 | 8.3%).
Employment Industries in Needles

Employment Industries by Sex in Needles

The Needles industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (97.5%), and Manufacturing (95.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Educational Services (77.5%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (72.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Needles
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction68 (91.9%)6 (8.1%)
Manufacturing39 (95.1%)2 (4.9%)
Wholesale Trade3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade38 (30.6%)86 (69.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing193 (97.5%)5 (2.5%)
Utilities47 (83.9%)9 (16.1%)
Information26 (35.1%)48 (64.9%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing10 (27.8%)26 (72.2%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support40 (75.5%)13 (24.5%)
Educational Services29 (22.5%)100 (77.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance34 (27.4%)90 (72.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation32 (47.1%)36 (52.9%)
Accommodation & Food Services128 (55.6%)102 (44.4%)
Public Administration146 (68.5%)67 (31.5%)
Total877 (58.4%)624 (41.6%)

Education in Needles

School Enrollment in Needles

The most common levels of schooling among the 908 students in Needles are high school (318 | 35.0%), middle school (251 | 27.6%), and elementary school (174 | 19.2%).
School Enrollment in Needles
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool374.1%
Kindergarten485.3%
Elementary School17419.2%
Middle School25127.6%
High School31835.0%
College / Undergraduate525.7%
Graduate / Professional283.1%
Total908100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Needles

Out of a total of 908 students who are enrolled in schools in Needles, 95 (10.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 813 (89.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 45 (77.6% 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 19 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Needles
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old210 (99.1%)2 (0.9%)
10 to 14 Year Olds292 (86.1%)47 (13.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds219 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds42 (97.7%)1 (2.3%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over13 (22.4%)45 (77.6%)
Total813 (89.5%)95 (10.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Needles

Business (99 | 24.9%), science & technology (50 | 12.6%), computers & mathematics (39 | 9.8%), liberal arts & history (38 | 9.6%), and education (35 | 8.8%) are the most common fields of study among 397 individuals in Needles who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Needles
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics399.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural184.5%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology20.5%
Social Sciences205.0%
Engineering143.5%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology5012.6%
Business9924.9%
Education358.8%
Literature & Languages276.8%
Liberal Arts & History389.6%
Visual & Performing Arts297.3%
Communications266.6%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total397100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Needles

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Needles

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Needles are males with 2 vehicles (353, accounting for 41.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (203, making up 56.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Needles
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)7 (1.1%)
1 Vehicle177 (20.7%)165 (26.4%)
2 Vehicles353 (41.2%)203 (32.5%)
3 Vehicles190 (22.2%)143 (22.9%)
4 Vehicles18 (2.1%)21 (3.4%)
5 or more Vehicles118 (13.8%)85 (13.6%)
Total856 (100.0%)624 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Needles

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Needles are 5 to 9 minutes (381 commuters, 26.9%), less than 5 minutes (308 commuters, 21.7%), and 10 to 14 minutes (239 commuters, 16.8%).
Commute Time in Needles
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes30821.7%
5 to 9 Minutes38126.9%
10 to 14 Minutes23916.8%
15 to 19 Minutes1087.6%
20 to 24 Minutes90.6%
25 to 29 Minutes372.6%
30 to 34 Minutes15110.6%
35 to 39 Minutes90.6%
40 to 44 Minutes362.5%
45 to 59 Minutes614.3%
60 to 89 Minutes90.6%
90 or more Minutes715.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Needles

The most common commute times in Needles are 5 to 9 minutes (266 commuters, 31.3%) for males and less than 5 minutes (146 commuters, 25.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Needles
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes162 (19.1%)146 (25.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes266 (31.3%)115 (20.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes138 (16.2%)101 (17.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes75 (8.8%)33 (5.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)9 (1.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes13 (1.5%)24 (4.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes75 (8.8%)76 (13.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)9 (1.6%)
40 to 44 Minutes36 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes41 (4.8%)20 (3.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes9 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes35 (4.1%)36 (6.3%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Needles

The most frequent times of departure to work in Needles are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (176, 20.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (124, 21.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Needles
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM124 (14.6%)45 (7.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM50 (5.9%)9 (1.6%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM176 (20.7%)12 (2.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM94 (11.1%)25 (4.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM56 (6.6%)27 (4.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM101 (11.9%)124 (21.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM22 (2.6%)91 (16.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM138 (16.2%)33 (5.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM37 (4.3%)10 (1.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM18 (2.1%)61 (10.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)15 (2.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM12 (1.4%)10 (1.8%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM22 (2.6%)37 (6.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)70 (12.3%)
Total850 (100.0%)569 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Needles

Occupancy by Ownership in Needles

Of the total 2,016 dwellings in Needles, owner-occupied units account for 1,162 (57.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 854 (42.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Needles
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,16257.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units85442.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,016100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Needles

Occupancy by Household Size in Needles
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household50024.8%
2-Person Household92746.0%
3-Person Household26413.1%
4+ Person Household32516.1%
Total Housing Units2,016100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Needles

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Needles
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household228 (45.6%)272 (54.4%)
2-Person Household654 (70.6%)273 (29.4%)
3-Person Household102 (38.6%)162 (61.4%)
4+ Person Household178 (54.8%)147 (45.2%)
Total Housing Units1,162 (57.6%)854 (42.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Needles

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Needles
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School178 (48.0%)193 (52.0%)
High School Diploma273 (48.2%)293 (51.8%)
College/Associate Degree581 (66.1%)298 (33.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher130 (65.0%)70 (35.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Needles

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Needles
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1226.0%
35 to 44 Years30215.0%
45 to 54 Years31515.6%
55 to 64 Years60530.0%
65 to 74 Years40119.9%
75 to 84 Years20310.1%
85 Years and Over683.4%
Total2,016100.0%

Housing Finances in Needles

Median Income by Occupancy in Needles

Median Income by Occupancy in Needles
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,162 (57.6%)$67,375
Renter-Occupied854 (42.4%)$21,456
Average2,016 (100.0%)$38,368

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Needles

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Needles
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0001 (0.1%)81 (9.5%)
$5,000 to $9,9996 (0.5%)41 (4.8%)
$10,000 to $14,99925 (2.1%)162 (19.0%)
$15,000 to $19,999150 (12.9%)90 (10.5%)
$20,000 to $24,99928 (2.4%)91 (10.7%)
$25,000 to $34,999143 (12.3%)102 (11.9%)
$35,000 to $49,999120 (10.3%)116 (13.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999135 (11.6%)73 (8.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999163 (14.0%)71 (8.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999226 (19.5%)6 (0.7%)
$150,000 or more165 (14.2%)21 (2.5%)
Total1,162 (100.0%)854 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Needles

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Needles
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300170 (14.6%)69 (8.1%)
$300 to $499219 (18.9%)41 (4.8%)
$500 to $799294 (25.3%)410 (48.0%)
$800 to $999189 (16.3%)76 (8.9%)
$1,000 to $1,499204 (17.6%)206 (24.1%)
$1,500 to $1,99940 (3.4%)9 (1.1%)
$2,000 to $2,49939 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more7 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,162 (100.0%)854 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Needles

Housing Structures in Needles

Housing Structures in Needles
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,29564.2%
Single Unit, Attached391.9%
2 Unit Apartments482.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments341.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments884.4%
10 or more Apartments25812.8%
Mobile Home / Other25412.6%
Total2,016100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Needles

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Needles
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached932 (72.0%)363 (28.0%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)39 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)48 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)88 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)258 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other230 (90.5%)24 (9.5%)
Total1,162 (57.6%)854 (42.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Needles

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Needles
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room11 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms69 (5.9%)252 (29.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms446 (38.4%)441 (51.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms465 (40.0%)154 (18.0%)
8 or more Rooms171 (14.7%)7 (0.8%)
Total1,162 (100.0%)854 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Needles

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Needles
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas465 (40.0%)459 (53.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas5 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity615 (52.9%)395 (46.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels29 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used48 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,162 (100.0%)854 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Needles

Household Vehicle Usage in Needles
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle70 (6.0%)109 (12.8%)
1 Vehicle392 (33.7%)508 (59.5%)
2 Vehicles417 (35.9%)140 (16.4%)
3 or more Vehicles283 (24.3%)97 (11.4%)
Total1,162 (100.0%)854 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Needles

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Needles

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units708454
Median Property Value$115,500$137,000
Median Household Income$73,750$75
Monthly Housing Costs$478$7
Real Estate Taxes$892$39

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Needles

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Needles
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000104 (14.7%)36 (7.9%)
$50,000 to $99,999216 (30.5%)74 (16.3%)
$100,000 to $299,999306 (43.2%)298 (65.6%)
$300,000 to $499,99935 (4.9%)19 (4.2%)
$500,000 to $749,99935 (4.9%)14 (3.1%)
$750,000 to $999,99912 (1.7%)7 (1.5%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)6 (1.3%)
Total708 (100.0%)454 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Needles

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Needles
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0007 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99973 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999113 (16.0%)130 (28.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99966 (9.3%)30 (6.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99998 (13.8%)54 (11.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999137 (19.4%)37 (8.2%)
$100,000 to $149,999124 (17.5%)26 (5.7%)
$150,000 or more90 (12.7%)102 (22.5%)
Total708 (100.0%)454 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Needles

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Needles
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x409 (57.8%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x51 (7.2%)225 (49.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x53 (7.5%)39 (8.6%)
4.0x or more194 (27.4%)24 (5.3%)
Total708 (100.0%)454 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Needles

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Needles
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800281 (39.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499216 (30.5%)52 (11.5%)
$800 to $1,499131 (18.5%)275 (60.6%)
Total708 (100.0%)454 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Needles

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Needles

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Needles
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years223 (93.7%)15 (6.3%)
6 to 18 Years795 (95.1%)41 (4.9%)
19 to 25 Years172 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years280 (85.4%)48 (14.6%)
35 to 44 Years612 (92.2%)52 (7.8%)
45 to 54 Years477 (92.4%)39 (7.6%)
55 to 64 Years1,020 (94.2%)63 (5.8%)
65 to 74 Years642 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older413 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,634 (94.7%)258 (5.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Needles

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Needles
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born223 (93.7%)15 (6.3%)
Foreign Born, Citizen795 (95.1%)41 (4.9%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen172 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Needles

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Needles
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,203 (99.1%)11 (0.9%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,167 (91.2%)113 (8.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999571 (90.1%)63 (9.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999503 (99.8%)1 (0.2%)
$100,000 and over1,190 (94.4%)70 (5.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Needles

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Needles
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6168 (70.6%)55 (23.1%)
6 to 18 Years483 (57.8%)312 (37.3%)
19 to 25 Years139 (80.8%)33 (19.2%)
25 to 34 Years232 (70.7%)51 (15.5%)
35 to 44 Years270 (40.7%)364 (54.8%)
45 to 54 Years207 (40.1%)314 (60.9%)
55 to 64 Years746 (68.9%)325 (30.0%)
65 to 74 Years598 (93.1%)395 (61.5%)
75 Years and over413 (100.0%)364 (88.1%)
Total3,256 (66.6%)2,213 (45.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Needles

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Needles
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years122 (32.5%)11 (2.6%)
18 to 34 Years70 (25.3%)104 (32.6%)
35 to 64 Years548 (44.0%)326 (32.1%)
65 to 74 Years130 (45.6%)154 (43.1%)
75 Years and over107 (52.2%)143 (68.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Needles

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Needles: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years7 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years63 (5.1%)3 (0.3%)
65 to 74 Years19 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over35 (17.1%)64 (30.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Needles: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years28 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years19 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years57 (4.6%)9 (0.9%)
65 to 74 Years9 (3.2%)4 (1.1%)
75 Years and over15 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Needles: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years87 (23.2%)11 (2.6%)
18 to 34 Years7 (2.5%)63 (19.8%)
35 to 64 Years103 (8.3%)79 (7.8%)
65 to 74 Years26 (9.1%)33 (9.2%)
75 Years and over39 (19.0%)3 (1.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Needles: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years34 (12.3%)45 (14.1%)
35 to 64 Years409 (32.8%)244 (24.0%)
65 to 74 Years76 (26.7%)133 (37.2%)
75 Years and over77 (37.6%)87 (41.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Needles: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years9 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)21 (6.6%)
35 to 64 Years64 (5.1%)24 (2.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)26 (7.3%)
75 Years and over5 (2.4%)8 (3.8%)

Technology Access in Needles

Computing Device Access in Needles

Computing Device Access in Needles
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,29864.4%
Smartphone1,67583.1%
Tablet85242.3%
No Computing Device1628.0%
Total2,016100.0%

Internet Access in Needles

Internet Access in Needles
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,25662.3%
Cellular Data Only48724.2%
Satellite Internet1829.0%
No Internet21910.9%
Total2,016100.0%

Needles Summary

Needles is a city located in San Bernardino County, California, United States. It is situated on the western banks of the Colorado River in the Mojave Desert. The city is located in the easternmost part of the Mojave Desert, near the Arizona border. As of the 2010 census, the population of Needles was 4,844.

History

Needles was founded in 1883 by Charles M. Needles, a former railroad executive. The city was named after the nearby mountain peak, which was named for its resemblance to a sewing needle. The city was originally a railroad town, and the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway still runs through the city.
In the early 1900s, Needles became a popular stop for travelers on the National Old Trails Road, which ran from New York to Los Angeles. The city was also a popular stop for travelers on the Arrowhead Trail, which ran from Chicago to Los Angeles.
In the 1920s, Needles became a popular destination for tourists, who came to enjoy the warm desert climate and the nearby Colorado River. The city was also a popular destination for Hollywood stars, who came to Needles to film westerns.

Geography

Needles is located at 34°49'17" North, 114°35'2" West (34.8214, -114.5839). The city is situated on the western banks of the Colorado River in the Mojave Desert. The city is located in the easternmost part of the Mojave Desert, near the Arizona border.
The city has a total area of 10.2 square miles, of which 10.1 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water. The city is located in the Mojave Desert, and the climate is hot and dry. The average temperature in the summer is over 100°F, and the average temperature in the winter is around 50°F.

Economy

Needles is a small city, and the economy is largely based on tourism and services. The city is home to several hotels, restaurants, and other tourist attractions. The city is also home to several casinos, which attract visitors from all over the region.
The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a factory that produces solar panels. The city is also home to a large number of trucking companies, which transport goods to and from the city.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Needles was 4,844. The population is largely white (77.2%), with a small Hispanic population (17.2%). The median household income is $30,938, and the median age is 39.7 years. The city has a poverty rate of 22.3%.

Conclusion

Needles is a small city located in San Bernardino County, California, United States. It is situated on the western banks of the Colorado River in the Mojave Desert. The city was founded in 1883 by Charles M. Needles, and it was originally a railroad town. The city is now a popular tourist destination, and the economy is largely based on tourism and services. As of the 2010 census, the population of Needles was 4,844. The population is largely white, with a small Hispanic population. The median household income is $30,938, and the median age is 39.7 years. The city has a poverty rate of 22.3%.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Needles?
Total Population of Needles is 4,895.
What is the Total Male Population of Needles?
Total Male Population of Needles is 2,505.
What is the Total Female Population of Needles?
Total Female Population of Needles is 2,390.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Needles?
There are 104.81 Males per 100 Females in Needles.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Needles?
There are 95.41 Females per 100 Males in Needles.
What is the Median Population Age in Needles?
Median Population Age in Needles is 48.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Needles
Average Family Size in Needles is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Needles
Average Household Size in Needles is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Needles?
Per Capita income in Needles is $27,969.
What is the Median Family Income in Needles?
Median Family Income in Needles is $54,828.
What is the Median Household income in Needles?
Median Household Income in Needles is $38,368.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Needles?
Income or Wage Gap in Needles is 18.5%.
Women in Needles earn 81.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Needles?
Family Income Deficit in Needles is $6,775.
Families that are below poverty line in Needles earn $6,775 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Needles?
Inequality or Gini Index in Needles is 0.52.
How Large is the Labor Force in Needles?
There are 1,751 People in the Labor Forcein in Needles.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Needles?
42.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Needles.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Needles?
Unemployment Rate in Needles is 14.1%.