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48,737
TOTAL POPULATION
24,931
MALE POPULATION
23,806
FEMALE POPULATION
104.73
MALES / 100 FEMALES
95.49
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$58,325
PER CAPITA INCOME
$146,534
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$135,605
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
37.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
62.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,356
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
24,667
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
63.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Poway Zip Codes

Poway Area Codes

Race in Poway

The most populous races in Poway are White / Caucasian (30,569 | 62.7%), Hispanic or Latino (8,099 | 16.6%), and Asian (6,553 | 13.5%).
Race in Poway
Race# Population% Population
Asian6,55313.5%
Black / African American1,4232.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific2950.6%
Hispanic or Latino8,09916.6%
Native / Alaskan2390.5%
White / Caucasian30,56962.7%
Two or more Races5,62211.5%
Some other Race4,0368.3%
Total48,737100.0%

Ancestry in Poway

The most populous ancestries reported in Poway are Mexican (6,726 | 13.8%), German (6,507 | 13.4%), English (5,269 | 10.8%), Irish (4,991 | 10.2%), and Italian (2,925 | 6.0%), together accounting for 54.2% of all Poway residents.
Ancestry in Poway
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan250.1%
African1410.3%
American2,0284.2%
Apache1290.3%
Arab7691.6%
Argentinean210.0%
Armenian310.1%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac1130.2%
Australian910.2%
Austrian1030.2%
Basque980.2%
Belgian110.0%
Bhutanese1,1912.4%
Blackfeet160.0%
Brazilian380.1%
British4741.0%
Bulgarian1090.2%
Burmese6241.3%
Cambodian110.0%
Canadian1340.3%
Central American2320.5%
Central American Indian150.0%
Cherokee1950.4%
Chinese610.1%
Choctaw240.1%
Colombian890.2%
Costa Rican210.0%
Croatian970.2%
Cuban500.1%
Czech2900.6%
Czechoslovakian90.0%
Danish1420.3%
Dominican170.0%
Dutch4671.0%
Eastern European1700.4%
Ecuadorian330.1%
English5,26910.8%
Estonian120.0%
Ethiopian700.1%
European1,4783.0%
Filipino960.2%
Finnish1280.3%
French1,1712.4%
French American Indian70.0%
French Canadian1070.2%
German6,50713.4%
German Russian220.1%
Greek2690.5%
Guamanian / Chamorro260.1%
Guatemalan1580.3%
Haitian350.1%
Hungarian1480.3%
Icelander110.0%
Indian (Asian)1,4142.9%
Iranian8031.7%
Iraqi1210.3%
Irish4,99110.2%
Israeli750.2%
Italian2,9256.0%
Kenyan400.1%
Korean2,7595.7%
Latvian120.0%
Lebanese3500.7%
Lithuanian1190.2%
Macedonian270.1%
Menominee90.0%
Mexican6,72613.8%
Mexican American Indian370.1%
Mongolian70.0%
Native Hawaiian3570.7%
Nicaraguan180.0%
Nigerian250.1%
Northern European2120.4%
Norwegian8171.7%
Pakistani390.1%
Palestinian580.1%
Pennsylvania German170.0%
Peruvian650.1%
Polish1,1062.3%
Portuguese1230.3%
Potawatomi200.0%
Puerto Rican1930.4%
Romanian710.2%
Russian5961.2%
Salvadoran350.1%
Samoan250.1%
Scandinavian3130.6%
Scotch-Irish4060.8%
Scottish1,2582.6%
Senegalese230.1%
Serbian230.1%
Slavic110.0%
Slovak360.1%
South American2720.6%
South American Indian380.1%
Soviet Union190.0%
Spaniard2440.5%
Spanish1430.3%
Sri Lankan1,7773.6%
Subsaharan African2830.6%
Swedish7141.5%
Swiss2780.6%
Syrian320.1%
Thai8911.8%
Turkish110.0%
Ukrainian2010.4%
Venezuelan340.1%
Welsh4250.9%
West Indian680.1%
Yugoslavian280.1%
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Immigrants in Poway

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Poway came from Asia (5,325 | 10.9%), Latin America (2,680 | 5.5%), Central America (2,494 | 5.1%), Mexico (2,387 | 4.9%), and South Eastern Asia (1,964 | 4.0%), together accounting for 30.5% of all Poway residents.
Immigrants in Poway
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan250.1%
Africa2310.5%
Argentina150.0%
Armenia10.0%
Asia5,32510.9%
Australia1280.3%
Brazil540.1%
Bulgaria50.0%
Canada2310.5%
Caribbean90.0%
Central America2,4945.1%
Chile70.0%
China7491.5%
Colombia290.1%
Costa Rica90.0%
Czechoslovakia130.0%
Denmark80.0%
Eastern Africa770.2%
Eastern Asia1,4382.9%
Eastern Europe4580.9%
Ecuador130.0%
El Salvador80.0%
England1230.3%
Ethiopia340.1%
Europe9622.0%
France80.0%
Germany1200.3%
Greece190.0%
Guatemala540.1%
Hong Kong930.2%
Hungary570.1%
India4280.9%
Indonesia480.1%
Iran6111.3%
Iraq1890.4%
Israel1330.3%
Italy400.1%
Japan3620.7%
Kazakhstan80.0%
Kenya400.1%
Korea3160.6%
Latin America2,6805.5%
Latvia670.1%
Lebanon1330.3%
Malaysia110.0%
Mexico2,3874.9%
Middle Africa710.2%
Nepal80.0%
Netherlands150.0%
Nicaragua180.0%
Northern Africa440.1%
Northern Europe2670.5%
Oceania1300.3%
Pakistan910.2%
Panama180.0%
Peru250.1%
Philippines1,0392.1%
Poland200.0%
Portugal30.0%
Romania540.1%
Russia1940.4%
Saudi Arabia110.0%
Scotland500.1%
Serbia90.0%
South Africa390.1%
South America1770.4%
South Central Asia1,2942.7%
South Eastern Asia1,9644.0%
Southern Europe620.1%
Sri Lanka1230.3%
Sweden70.0%
Switzerland20.0%
Syria1460.3%
Taiwan740.2%
Thailand200.0%
Ukraine390.1%
Venezuela340.1%
Vietnam8381.7%
West Indies90.0%
Western Asia6131.3%
Western Europe1450.3%
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Sex and Age in Poway

Sex and Age in Poway

The most populous age groups in Poway are 5 to 9 Years (1,862 | 7.5%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (1,713 | 7.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Poway
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,606 (6.4%)1,206 (5.1%)
5 to 9 Years1,862 (7.5%)1,633 (6.9%)
10 to 14 Years1,530 (6.1%)1,432 (6.0%)
15 to 19 Years1,434 (5.8%)1,355 (5.7%)
20 to 24 Years1,270 (5.1%)810 (3.4%)
25 to 29 Years1,220 (4.9%)1,228 (5.2%)
30 to 34 Years1,735 (7.0%)1,647 (6.9%)
35 to 39 Years1,710 (6.9%)1,558 (6.5%)
40 to 44 Years1,668 (6.7%)1,483 (6.2%)
45 to 49 Years1,427 (5.7%)1,461 (6.1%)
50 to 54 Years1,552 (6.2%)1,713 (7.2%)
55 to 59 Years1,818 (7.3%)1,566 (6.6%)
60 to 64 Years1,763 (7.1%)1,678 (7.0%)
65 to 69 Years1,357 (5.4%)1,637 (6.9%)
70 to 74 Years1,336 (5.4%)1,232 (5.2%)
75 to 79 Years864 (3.5%)916 (3.8%)
80 to 84 Years381 (1.5%)740 (3.1%)
85 Years and over398 (1.6%)511 (2.1%)
Total24,931 (100.0%)23,806 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Poway

Median Family Size in Poway

The median family size in Poway is 3.24 persons per family, with married-couple families (10,517 | 81.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.28 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (908 | 7.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.93 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Poway
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple10,517 (81.5%)3.28
Single Male/Father908 (7.0%)2.93
Single Female/Mother1,475 (11.4%)3.18
Total Families12,900 (100.0%)3.24

Median Household Size in Poway

The median household size in Poway is 2.97 persons per household, with single female/mother households (1,475 | 9.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.45 persons per household. non-family households (3,259 | 20.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.36 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Poway
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple10,517 (65.1%)3.38
Single Male/Father908 (5.6%)3.27
Single Female/Mother1,475 (9.1%)3.45
Non-family3,259 (20.2%)1.36
Total Households16,159 (100.0%)2.97

Household Size by Marriage Status in Poway

Out of a total of 16,159 households in Poway, 12,900 (79.8%) are family households, while 3,259 (20.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 5,218, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,393.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Poway
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-2,393 (14.8%)
2-Person Households5,218 (32.3%)749 (4.6%)
3-Person Households2,848 (17.6%)70 (0.4%)
4-Person Households2,841 (17.6%)36 (0.2%)
5-Person Households1,259 (7.8%)11 (0.1%)
6-Person Households361 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households373 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total12,900 (79.8%)3,259 (20.2%)

Female Fertility in Poway

Fertility by Age in Poway

Average fertility rate in Poway is 65.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 118.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 67.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Poway
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years436 (67.7%)118.0
35 to 50 years208 (32.3%)43.0
Total644 (100.0%)65.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Poway

98.3% of women with births (644) in Poway are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 2.1% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 1.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Poway
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years427 (97.9%)9 (2.1%)
35 to 50 years206 (99.0%)2 (1.0%)
Total633 (98.3%)11 (1.7%)

Fertility by Education in Poway

Average fertility rate in Poway is 65.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 109.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the lowest fertility at 30.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree represent 38.8% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Poway
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School53 (8.2%)34.0
High School Diploma33 (5.1%)30.0
College or Associate's Degree113 (17.5%)48.0
Bachelor's Degree250 (38.8%)82.0
Graduate Degree195 (30.3%)109.0
Total644 (100.0%)65.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Poway

1.7% of women with births in Poway are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 27.3% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Poway
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma24 (72.7%)9 (27.3%)
College or Associate's Degree113 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree248 (99.2%)2 (0.8%)
Graduate Degree195 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total633 (98.3%)11 (1.7%)

Income in Poway

Income Overview in Poway

Per Capita Income in Poway is $58,325, while median incomes of families and households are $146,534 and $135,605 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income48,737$58,325
Median Family Income12,900$146,534
Mean Family Income12,900$180,111
Median Household Income16,159$135,605
Mean Household Income16,159$170,679
Income Deficit12,900$12,356
Wage / Income Gap (%)48,73737.22%
Wage / Income Gap ($)48,73762.78¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index48,7370.43

Earnings by Sex in Poway

Average Earnings in Poway are $60,560, $76,839 for men and $48,242 for women, a difference of 37.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Poway
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male14,011 (55.9%)$76,839
Female11,056 (44.1%)$48,242
Total25,067 (100.0%)$60,560

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Poway

The most common earnings brackets in Poway are $100,000+ for men (5,625 | 40.2%) and $100,000+ for women (2,403 | 21.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Poway
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less392 (2.8%)489 (4.4%)
$2,500 to $4,999182 (1.3%)306 (2.8%)
$5,000 to $7,499500 (3.6%)618 (5.6%)
$7,500 to $9,999103 (0.7%)327 (3.0%)
$10,000 to $12,499242 (1.7%)271 (2.5%)
$12,500 to $14,999455 (3.3%)239 (2.2%)
$15,000 to $17,499190 (1.4%)401 (3.6%)
$17,500 to $19,999162 (1.2%)213 (1.9%)
$20,000 to $22,499207 (1.5%)316 (2.9%)
$22,500 to $24,999265 (1.9%)186 (1.7%)
$25,000 to $29,999419 (3.0%)585 (5.3%)
$30,000 to $34,999339 (2.4%)317 (2.9%)
$35,000 to $39,999402 (2.9%)460 (4.2%)
$40,000 to $44,999481 (3.4%)487 (4.4%)
$45,000 to $49,999248 (1.8%)583 (5.3%)
$50,000 to $54,999498 (3.5%)441 (4.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9991,049 (7.5%)920 (8.3%)
$65,000 to $74,999731 (5.2%)491 (4.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,521 (10.9%)1,003 (9.1%)
$100,000+5,625 (40.2%)2,403 (21.7%)
Total14,011 (100.0%)11,056 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Poway

Average earnings in Poway are $85,300 for men and $52,340 for women, a difference of 38.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $122,065, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $39,028. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $81,992, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $18,724.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Poway
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$39,028$18,724
High School Diploma$50,481$25,960
College or Associate's Degree$61,625$41,164
Bachelor's Degree$103,705$62,376
Graduate Degree$122,065$81,992
Total$85,300$52,340

Family Income in Poway

Family Income Brackets in Poway

According to the Poway family income data, there are 4,167 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 32.3% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 77 families (0.6%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Poway
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001551.2%
$10,000 to $14,999770.6%
$15,000 to $24,9992061.6%
$25,000 to $34,9993102.4%
$35,000 to $49,9999807.6%
$50,000 to $74,9991,2139.4%
$75,000 to $99,9991,31610.2%
$100,000 to $149,9992,45119.0%
$150,000 to $199,9992,02515.7%
$200,000+4,16732.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Poway

5-person families (1,181 | 9.2%) account for the highest median family income in Poway with $191,691 per family, while 2-person families (5,665 | 43.9%) have the highest median income of $59,291 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Poway
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families5,665 (43.9%)$118,582
3-Person Families2,716 (21.0%)$152,841
4-Person Families2,849 (22.1%)$164,971
5-Person Families1,181 (9.2%)$191,691
6-Person Families248 (1.9%)$151,818
7+ Person Families241 (1.9%)$148,903
Total12,900 (100.0%)$146,534

Family Income by Number of Earners in Poway

The median family income in Poway is $146,534, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,426) having the highest median family income of $223,547, while families with no earners (1,912) have the lowest median family income of $79,792, accounting for 11.1% and 14.8% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Poway
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,912 (14.8%)$79,792
1 Earner3,933 (30.5%)$103,036
2 Earners5,629 (43.6%)$171,966
3+ Earners1,426 (11.1%)$223,547
Total12,900 (100.0%)$146,534

Household Income in Poway

Household Income Brackets in Poway

With 4,815 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Poway, accounting for 29.8% of all households. In contrast, only 162 households (1.0%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Poway
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0003552.2%
$10,000 to $14,9991621.0%
$15,000 to $24,9994522.8%
$25,000 to $34,9995173.2%
$35,000 to $49,9991,1477.1%
$50,000 to $74,9991,74510.8%
$75,000 to $99,9991,6009.9%
$100,000 to $149,9992,94118.2%
$150,000 to $199,9992,40814.9%
$200,000+4,81529.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Poway

The median household income in Poway is $135,605, with the highest median household income of $156,920 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 6,513 households (40.3%) 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 89 households (0.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Poway
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years89 (0.5%)$0
25 to 44 Years4,373 (27.1%)$147,886
45 to 64 Years6,513 (40.3%)$156,920
65+ Years5,184 (32.1%)$102,500
Total16,159 (100.0%)$135,605

Poverty in Poway

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Poway

With 4.5% poverty level for males and 7.4% for females among the residents of Poway, 6 to 11 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 204 males (8.8%) and 215 females (17.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Poway
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years52 (3.2%)215 (17.8%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)33 (8.6%)
6 to 11 Years204 (8.8%)171 (10.0%)
12 to 14 Years45 (5.6%)54 (6.1%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years40 (7.8%)9 (1.7%)
18 to 24 Years64 (3.2%)110 (8.4%)
25 to 34 Years121 (4.1%)269 (9.4%)
35 to 44 Years240 (7.1%)171 (5.6%)
45 to 54 Years136 (4.6%)239 (7.6%)
55 to 64 Years132 (3.7%)205 (6.4%)
65 to 74 Years51 (1.9%)115 (4.1%)
75 Years and over38 (2.4%)146 (7.1%)
Total1,123 (4.5%)1,737 (7.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Poway

According to the poverty statistics in Poway, males aged 5 years and females aged 15 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 Poway
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,554 (96.8%)991 (82.2%)
5 Years276 (100.0%)352 (91.4%)
6 to 11 Years2,109 (91.2%)1,536 (90.0%)
12 to 14 Years758 (94.4%)827 (93.9%)
15 Years184 (100.0%)316 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years472 (92.2%)529 (98.3%)
18 to 24 Years1,941 (96.8%)1,201 (91.6%)
25 to 34 Years2,832 (95.9%)2,604 (90.6%)
35 to 44 Years3,133 (92.9%)2,862 (94.4%)
45 to 54 Years2,827 (95.4%)2,914 (92.4%)
55 to 64 Years3,410 (96.3%)3,006 (93.6%)
65 to 74 Years2,577 (98.1%)2,725 (96.0%)
75 Years and over1,541 (97.6%)1,910 (92.9%)
Total23,614 (95.5%)21,773 (92.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Poway

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Poway show that 2.0% or 215 of the total 10,517 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 9.8%, comprising of 89 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Poway
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children6,134 (98.9%)71 (1.1%)
1 or 2 Children3,285 (98.4%)55 (1.7%)
3 or 4 Children820 (90.2%)89 (9.8%)
5 or more Children63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10,302 (98.0%)215 (2.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Poway

According to the poverty data in Poway, 9.2% or 84 single-father households and 8.7% or 128 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 43 households (71.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 65 households (46.1%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Poway
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)41 (5.5%)
1 or 2 Children41 (11.1%)22 (3.8%)
3 or 4 Children43 (71.7%)65 (46.1%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total84 (9.2%)128 (8.7%)

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

The poverty data for Poway shows that 215 of the married-couple family households (2.0%) and 212 of the single-parent households (8.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 89 households (9.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 108 household (53.7%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Poway
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children71 (1.1%)41 (3.3%)
1 or 2 Children55 (1.7%)63 (6.6%)
3 or 4 Children89 (9.8%)108 (53.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total215 (2.0%)212 (8.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Poway

Employment by Class of Employer in Poway

Among the 22,647 employed individuals in Poway, private company employees (14,315 | 63.2%), local government employees (1,986 | 8.8%), and not-for-profit organizations (1,939 | 8.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Poway
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees14,31563.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1,2325.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1,4636.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations1,9398.6%
Local Government Employees1,9868.8%
State Government Employees7793.4%
Federal Government Employees8954.0%
Unpaid Family Workers380.2%
Total22,647100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Poway

According to the labor force statistics for Poway, out of the total population over 16 years of age (38,968), 63.3% or 24,667 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.9% or 1,455 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 86.0% or 2,105 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 16.2% or 244 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Poway
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years884 (38.6%)70 (7.9%)
20 to 24 Years1,508 (72.5%)244 (16.2%)
25 to 29 Years2,105 (86.0%)213 (10.1%)
30 to 34 Years2,675 (79.1%)102 (3.8%)
35 to 44 Years5,341 (83.2%)166 (3.1%)
45 to 54 Years5,255 (85.4%)226 (4.3%)
55 to 59 Years2,755 (81.4%)138 (5.0%)
60 to 64 Years2,140 (62.2%)51 (2.4%)
65 to 74 Years1,797 (32.3%)232 (12.9%)
75 Years and over217 (5.7%)21 (9.6%)
Total24,667 (63.3%)1,455 (5.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Poway

According to labor force statistics for Poway, 80.3% of individuals (20,257) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (25,227) are in the labor force, with 4.4% or 891 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 85.9% or 12,059 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.1% or 325 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Poway
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School852 (51.7%)79 (4.8%)
High School Diploma2,036 (74.0%)94 (3.4%)
College / Associate Degree5,323 (78.4%)414 (6.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher12,059 (85.9%)533 (3.8%)
Total20,257 (80.3%)1,110 (4.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Poway

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Poway are Community & Social Service (3,456 | 15.0%), Management (3,201 | 13.9%), Computers, Engineering & Science (3,088 | 13.4%), Education Instruction & Library (2,219 | 9.6%), and Business & Financial (2,005 | 8.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Poway

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Poway, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (92.0%), Computers & Mathematics (85.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (81.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (71.2%), Education, Arts & Media (69.9%), and Health Technologists (62.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Poway
OccupationMaleFemale
Management2,045 (63.9%)1,156 (36.1%)
Business & Financial961 (47.9%)1,044 (52.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science2,506 (81.1%)582 (18.9%)
Computers & Mathematics1,296 (85.0%)229 (15.0%)
Architecture & Engineering987 (92.0%)86 (8.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science223 (45.5%)267 (54.5%)
Community & Social Service 1,402 (40.6%)2,054 (59.4%)
Education, Arts & Media92 (30.1%)214 (69.9%)
Legal Services & Support184 (57.0%)139 (43.0%)
Education Instruction & Library951 (42.9%)1,268 (57.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment175 (28.8%)433 (71.2%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating736 (40.7%)1,070 (59.3%)
Health Technologists516 (37.7%)852 (62.3%)
Total (Category)7,650 (56.4%)5,906 (43.6%)
Total (Overall)12,864 (55.9%)10,159 (44.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Poway are Personal Care & Service (849 | 3.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (703 | 3.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (542 | 2.4%), Healthcare Support (527 | 2.3%), and Security & Protection (510 | 2.2%).
Services Occupations in Poway

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Poway, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (83.6%), Security & Protection (79.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (73.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (83.7%), Personal Care & Service (79.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (48.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Poway
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support86 (16.3%)441 (83.7%)
Security & Protection403 (79.0%)107 (21.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention174 (73.7%)62 (26.3%)
Law Enforcement229 (83.6%)45 (16.4%)
Food Preparation & Serving362 (51.5%)341 (48.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance323 (59.6%)219 (40.4%)
Personal Care & Service178 (21.0%)671 (79.0%)
Total (Category)1,352 (43.2%)1,779 (56.8%)
Total (Overall)12,864 (55.9%)10,159 (44.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Poway are Sales & Related (2,156 | 9.4%), and Office & Administration (1,816 | 7.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Poway

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Poway
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related1,298 (60.2%)858 (39.8%)
Office & Administration492 (27.1%)1,324 (72.9%)
Total (Category)1,790 (45.1%)2,182 (54.9%)
Total (Overall)12,864 (55.9%)10,159 (44.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Poway are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (596 | 2.6%), Construction & Extraction (544 | 2.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (10 | 0.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Poway

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Poway
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction544 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair576 (96.6%)20 (3.4%)
Total (Category)1,130 (98.3%)20 (1.7%)
Total (Overall)12,864 (55.9%)10,159 (44.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Poway are Production (477 | 2.1%), Material Moving (445 | 1.9%), and Transportation (292 | 1.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Poway

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Poway
OccupationMaleFemale
Production384 (80.5%)93 (19.5%)
Transportation200 (68.5%)92 (31.5%)
Material Moving358 (80.4%)87 (19.6%)
Total (Category)942 (77.6%)272 (22.4%)
Total (Overall)12,864 (55.9%)10,159 (44.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Poway

Employment Industries in Poway

The major employment industries in Poway include Professional & Scientific (3,400 | 14.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (3,203 | 13.9%), Educational Services (2,872 | 12.5%), Manufacturing (2,504 | 10.9%), and Retail Trade (2,017 | 8.8%).
Employment Industries in Poway

Employment Industries by Sex in Poway

The Poway industries that see more men than women are Construction (88.7%), Enterprise Management (80.0%), and Manufacturing (78.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (71.0%), Finance & Insurance (56.1%), and Educational Services (55.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Poway
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting48 (64.9%)26 (35.1%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction1,027 (88.7%)131 (11.3%)
Manufacturing1,956 (78.1%)548 (21.9%)
Wholesale Trade329 (69.1%)147 (30.9%)
Retail Trade1,386 (68.7%)631 (31.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing347 (64.6%)190 (35.4%)
Utilities183 (65.6%)96 (34.4%)
Information277 (51.6%)260 (48.4%)
Finance & Insurance386 (43.9%)494 (56.1%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing217 (51.2%)207 (48.8%)
Professional & Scientific2,043 (60.1%)1,357 (39.9%)
Enterprise Management16 (80.0%)4 (20.0%)
Administrative & Support465 (65.0%)250 (35.0%)
Educational Services1,277 (44.5%)1,595 (55.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance928 (29.0%)2,275 (71.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation244 (45.7%)290 (54.3%)
Accommodation & Food Services609 (48.3%)652 (51.7%)
Public Administration613 (59.3%)420 (40.7%)
Total12,864 (55.9%)10,159 (44.1%)

Education in Poway

School Enrollment in Poway

The most common levels of schooling among the 11,963 students in Poway are elementary school (2,635 | 22.0%), high school (2,451 | 20.5%), and middle school (2,418 | 20.2%).
School Enrollment in Poway
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool7045.9%
Kindergarten7686.4%
Elementary School2,63522.0%
Middle School2,41820.2%
High School2,45120.5%
College / Undergraduate2,15018.0%
Graduate / Professional8377.0%
Total11,963100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Poway

Out of a total of 11,963 students who are enrolled in schools in Poway, 1,663 (13.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 10,300 (86.1%) 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 260 (53.9% 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 1,454 (94.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Poway
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds222 (46.1%)260 (53.9%)
5 to 9 Year Old3,030 (91.0%)300 (9.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds2,633 (89.2%)318 (10.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds1,454 (94.4%)86 (5.6%)
18 to 19 Year Olds999 (90.2%)108 (9.8%)
20 to 24 Year Olds924 (86.0%)151 (14.1%)
25 to 34 Year Olds625 (78.5%)171 (21.5%)
35 Years and over411 (60.3%)271 (39.7%)
Total10,300 (86.1%)1,663 (13.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Poway

Business (3,364 | 17.1%), engineering (2,834 | 14.4%), computers & mathematics (1,895 | 9.6%), science & technology (1,748 | 8.9%), and social sciences (1,609 | 8.2%) are the most common fields of study among 19,722 individuals in Poway who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Poway
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1,8959.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1,2156.2%
Physical & Health Sciences7483.8%
Psychology8624.4%
Social Sciences1,6098.2%
Engineering2,83414.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies1690.9%
Science & Technology1,7488.9%
Business3,36417.1%
Education1,1555.9%
Literature & Languages6483.3%
Liberal Arts & History9274.7%
Visual & Performing Arts9124.6%
Communications8614.4%
Arts & Humanities7753.9%
Total19,722100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Poway

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Poway

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Poway are males with 2 vehicles (4,743, accounting for 37.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (3,291, making up 48.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Poway
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle106 (0.8%)114 (1.2%)
1 Vehicle1,407 (11.0%)1,354 (13.7%)
2 Vehicles4,743 (37.1%)3,291 (33.4%)
3 Vehicles3,993 (31.2%)2,709 (27.5%)
4 Vehicles1,518 (11.9%)1,278 (13.0%)
5 or more Vehicles1,011 (7.9%)1,107 (11.2%)
Total12,778 (100.0%)9,853 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Poway

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Poway are 30 to 34 minutes (3,795 commuters, 20.3%), 15 to 19 minutes (2,610 commuters, 14.0%), and 10 to 14 minutes (2,417 commuters, 13.0%).
Commute Time in Poway
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2341.3%
5 to 9 Minutes1,5958.6%
10 to 14 Minutes2,41713.0%
15 to 19 Minutes2,61014.0%
20 to 24 Minutes2,26712.1%
25 to 29 Minutes1,7129.2%
30 to 34 Minutes3,79520.3%
35 to 39 Minutes1,1226.0%
40 to 44 Minutes9435.1%
45 to 59 Minutes1,3397.2%
60 to 89 Minutes2371.3%
90 or more Minutes3822.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Poway

The most common commute times in Poway are 30 to 34 minutes (2,209 commuters, 20.7%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (1,586 commuters, 19.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Poway
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes83 (0.8%)151 (1.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes917 (8.6%)678 (8.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes1,520 (14.3%)897 (11.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes1,450 (13.6%)1,160 (14.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes1,024 (9.6%)1,243 (15.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes1,044 (9.8%)668 (8.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes2,209 (20.7%)1,586 (19.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes721 (6.8%)401 (5.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes483 (4.5%)460 (5.8%)
45 to 59 Minutes814 (7.6%)525 (6.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes150 (1.4%)87 (1.1%)
90 or more Minutes233 (2.2%)149 (1.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Poway

The most frequent times of departure to work in Poway are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,529, 14.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,415, 17.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Poway
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM443 (4.2%)200 (2.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM455 (4.3%)166 (2.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM579 (5.4%)257 (3.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM839 (7.9%)486 (6.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM1,002 (9.4%)824 (10.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM1,529 (14.4%)1,415 (17.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM1,353 (12.7%)1,081 (13.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM1,360 (12.8%)1,271 (15.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM739 (6.9%)447 (5.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM720 (6.8%)554 (6.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM442 (4.2%)353 (4.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM92 (0.9%)118 (1.5%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM637 (6.0%)553 (6.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM458 (4.3%)280 (3.5%)
Total10,648 (100.0%)8,005 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Poway

Occupancy by Ownership in Poway

Of the total 16,159 dwellings in Poway, owner-occupied units account for 12,186 (75.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 3,973 (24.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Poway
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units12,18675.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units3,97324.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units16,159100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Poway

Occupancy by Household Size in Poway
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household2,39314.8%
2-Person Household5,96736.9%
3-Person Household2,91818.1%
4+ Person Household4,88130.2%
Total Housing Units16,159100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Poway

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Poway
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,707 (71.3%)686 (28.7%)
2-Person Household4,511 (75.6%)1,456 (24.4%)
3-Person Household2,277 (78.0%)641 (22.0%)
4+ Person Household3,691 (75.6%)1,190 (24.4%)
Total Housing Units12,186 (75.4%)3,973 (24.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Poway

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Poway
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School406 (49.9%)408 (50.1%)
High School Diploma794 (50.9%)765 (49.1%)
College/Associate Degree2,960 (71.1%)1,206 (28.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher8,026 (83.4%)1,594 (16.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Poway

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Poway
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1,5299.5%
35 to 44 Years2,93318.1%
45 to 54 Years3,01218.6%
55 to 64 Years3,50121.7%
65 to 74 Years3,13819.4%
75 to 84 Years1,4639.0%
85 Years and Over5833.6%
Total16,159100.0%

Housing Finances in Poway

Median Income by Occupancy in Poway

Median Income by Occupancy in Poway
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied12,186 (75.4%)$158,387
Renter-Occupied3,973 (24.6%)$75,894
Average16,159 (100.0%)$135,605

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Poway

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Poway
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000141 (1.2%)133 (3.4%)
$5,000 to $9,99952 (0.4%)36 (0.9%)
$10,000 to $14,99962 (0.5%)102 (2.6%)
$15,000 to $19,999153 (1.3%)92 (2.3%)
$20,000 to $24,99970 (0.6%)138 (3.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999401 (3.3%)118 (3.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999563 (4.6%)577 (14.5%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,002 (8.2%)749 (18.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,083 (8.9%)524 (13.2%)
$100,000 to $149,9992,245 (18.4%)698 (17.6%)
$150,000 or more6,414 (52.6%)806 (20.3%)
Total12,186 (100.0%)3,973 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Poway

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Poway
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30096 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499316 (2.6%)39 (1.0%)
$500 to $7991,142 (9.4%)87 (2.2%)
$800 to $999394 (3.2%)272 (6.9%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,176 (9.7%)442 (11.1%)
$1,500 to $1,9991,040 (8.5%)748 (18.8%)
$2,000 to $2,4991,240 (10.2%)877 (22.1%)
$2,500 to $2,9991,267 (10.4%)507 (12.8%)
$3,000 or more5,515 (45.3%)782 (19.7%)
Total12,186 (100.0%)3,973 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Poway

Housing Structures in Poway

Housing Structures in Poway
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached12,45077.0%
Single Unit, Attached7354.5%
2 Unit Apartments1030.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2821.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments4272.6%
10 or more Apartments1,5289.5%
Mobile Home / Other6343.9%
Total16,159100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Poway

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Poway
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached10,963 (88.1%)1,487 (11.9%)
Single Unit, Attached547 (74.4%)188 (25.6%)
2 Unit Apartments7 (6.8%)96 (93.2%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments27 (9.6%)255 (90.4%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments78 (18.3%)349 (81.7%)
10 or more Apartments21 (1.4%)1,507 (98.6%)
Mobile Home / Other543 (85.7%)91 (14.3%)
Total12,186 (75.4%)3,973 (24.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Poway

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Poway
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room29 (0.2%)101 (2.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms222 (1.8%)1,050 (26.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms2,918 (23.9%)1,538 (38.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms4,607 (37.8%)903 (22.7%)
8 or more Rooms4,410 (36.2%)381 (9.6%)
Total12,186 (100.0%)3,973 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Poway

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Poway
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas8,962 (73.5%)1,617 (40.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas395 (3.2%)57 (1.4%)
Electricity2,017 (16.6%)1,863 (46.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene10 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels647 (5.3%)103 (2.6%)
No Fuel Used155 (1.3%)333 (8.4%)
Total12,186 (100.0%)3,973 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Poway

Household Vehicle Usage in Poway
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle121 (1.0%)244 (6.1%)
1 Vehicle2,250 (18.5%)1,116 (28.1%)
2 Vehicles4,585 (37.6%)1,734 (43.6%)
3 or more Vehicles5,230 (42.9%)879 (22.1%)
Total12,186 (100.0%)3,973 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Poway

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Poway

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units3,3118,875
Median Property Value$875,200$922,900
Median Household Income$106,125$5,296
Monthly Housing Costs$903$5,384
Real Estate Taxes$4,774$147

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Poway

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Poway
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00040 (1.2%)93 (1.1%)
$50,000 to $99,99989 (2.7%)109 (1.2%)
$100,000 to $299,999180 (5.4%)239 (2.7%)
$300,000 to $499,999176 (5.3%)557 (6.3%)
$500,000 to $749,999755 (22.8%)1,607 (18.1%)
$750,000 to $999,999830 (25.1%)2,649 (29.8%)
$1,000,000 or more1,241 (37.5%)3,621 (40.8%)
Total3,311 (100.0%)8,875 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Poway

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Poway
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000124 (3.7%)95 (1.1%)
$10,000 to $24,999143 (4.3%)69 (0.8%)
$25,000 to $34,999188 (5.7%)142 (1.6%)
$35,000 to $49,999342 (10.3%)213 (2.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999486 (14.7%)221 (2.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999250 (7.5%)516 (5.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999660 (19.9%)833 (9.4%)
$150,000 or more1,118 (33.8%)1,585 (17.9%)
Total3,311 (100.0%)8,875 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Poway

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Poway
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x260 (7.9%)173,695 (1,957.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x313 (9.5%)610 (6.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x257 (7.8%)670 (7.5%)
4.0x or more2,423 (73.2%)1,571 (17.7%)
Total3,311 (100.0%)8,875 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Poway

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Poway
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800131 (4.0%)17 (0.2%)
$800 to $1,499393 (11.9%)168 (1.9%)
$800 to $1,4992,626 (79.3%)359 (4.1%)
Total3,311 (100.0%)8,875 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Poway

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Poway

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Poway
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years3,425 (98.6%)48 (1.4%)
6 to 18 Years7,856 (96.4%)290 (3.6%)
19 to 25 Years2,725 (94.4%)163 (5.6%)
26 to 34 Years4,876 (91.7%)441 (8.3%)
35 to 44 Years5,951 (93.8%)397 (6.2%)
45 to 54 Years5,850 (95.8%)255 (4.2%)
55 to 64 Years6,534 (96.8%)219 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years5,446 (99.6%)22 (0.4%)
75 Years and older3,557 (97.9%)78 (2.1%)
Total46,220 (96.0%)1,913 (4.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Poway

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Poway
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born3,425 (98.6%)48 (1.4%)
Foreign Born, Citizen7,856 (96.4%)290 (3.6%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen2,725 (94.4%)163 (5.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Poway

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Poway
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,601 (93.4%)113 (6.6%)
$25,000 to $49,9994,078 (94.5%)238 (5.5%)
$50,000 to $74,9993,977 (92.6%)317 (7.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9994,244 (92.8%)328 (7.2%)
$100,000 and over32,024 (97.3%)906 (2.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Poway

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Poway
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6633 (18.2%)2,890 (83.2%)
6 to 18 Years1,752 (21.5%)6,373 (78.2%)
19 to 25 Years494 (17.1%)2,379 (82.4%)
25 to 34 Years1,373 (25.8%)3,784 (71.2%)
35 to 44 Years812 (12.8%)5,344 (84.2%)
45 to 54 Years843 (13.8%)5,290 (86.7%)
55 to 64 Years1,157 (17.1%)5,854 (86.7%)
65 to 74 Years5,006 (91.5%)3,090 (56.5%)
75 Years and over3,515 (96.7%)2,077 (57.1%)
Total15,585 (32.4%)37,081 (77.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Poway

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Poway
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years338 (8.3%)37 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years303 (6.2%)205 (5.0%)
35 to 64 Years659 (6.7%)619 (6.6%)
65 to 74 Years374 (14.2%)362 (12.8%)
75 Years and over687 (43.5%)1,014 (49.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Poway

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Poway: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years75 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years190 (1.9%)118 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years200 (7.6%)43 (1.5%)
75 Years and over335 (21.2%)338 (16.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Poway: <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 Years53 (1.1%)30 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years44 (0.4%)26 (0.3%)
65 to 74 Years29 (1.1%)52 (1.8%)
75 Years and over140 (8.9%)196 (9.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Poway: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years327 (8.0%)24 (0.6%)
18 to 34 Years170 (3.5%)153 (3.7%)
35 to 64 Years189 (1.9%)263 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years98 (3.7%)29 (1.0%)
75 Years and over180 (11.4%)359 (17.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Poway: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years3 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years32 (0.7%)19 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years321 (3.3%)297 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years194 (7.4%)291 (10.2%)
75 Years and over389 (24.6%)669 (32.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Poway: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years134 (3.3%)6 (0.2%)
18 to 34 Years18 (0.4%)19 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years63 (0.6%)51 (0.5%)
65 to 74 Years64 (2.4%)95 (3.4%)
75 Years and over152 (9.6%)282 (13.7%)

Technology Access in Poway

Computing Device Access in Poway

Computing Device Access in Poway
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop15,05793.2%
Smartphone14,98592.7%
Tablet12,52077.5%
No Computing Device2861.8%
Total16,159100.0%

Internet Access in Poway

Internet Access in Poway
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home13,78285.3%
Cellular Data Only9315.8%
Satellite Internet9525.9%
No Internet9565.9%
Total16,159100.0%

Poway Summary

Poway is a city located in San Diego County, California, United States. It is located about 20 miles (32 km) north of downtown San Diego and is part of the San Diego metropolitan area. The city is situated in the foothills of the Santa Rosa Mountains, and is surrounded by the communities of Rancho Bernardo, Scripps Ranch, Rancho Peñasquitos, and 4S Ranch.

History

The area now known as Poway was originally inhabited by the Kumeyaay people. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 1700s, and the area was officially established as a township in 1887. The area was originally known as “Paguay”, which is derived from the Kumeyaay word for “the meeting place”.
The area was primarily used for cattle ranching and farming until the 1950s, when the population began to grow rapidly due to the influx of people from the Los Angeles area. The city was officially incorporated in December 1980, and the population has continued to grow since then.

Geography

Poway is located in San Diego County, California, and is situated in the foothills of the Santa Rosa Mountains. The city covers an area of approximately 39 square miles (101 km2), and has an elevation of 1,200 feet (366 m). The city is bordered by the communities of Rancho Bernardo, Scripps Ranch, Rancho Peñasquitos, and 4S Ranch.
The city is located about 20 miles (32 km) north of downtown San Diego, and is part of the San Diego metropolitan area. The climate in Poway is generally mild, with temperatures ranging from the mid-50s to the mid-80s throughout the year.

Economy

Poway’s economy is primarily driven by the service sector, with the largest employers in the city being the Poway Unified School District, the City of Poway, and the County of San Diego. Other major employers in the city include the Poway Business Park, the Poway Center for the Performing Arts, and the Poway Library.
The city also has a thriving retail sector, with several shopping centers and retail outlets located throughout the city. The city is also home to several technology companies, including Qualcomm, Sony, and Hewlett-Packard.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Poway was 47,811. The racial makeup of the city was 75.3% White, 11.2% Asian, 8.2% Hispanic or Latino, and 5.3% African American. The median household income in the city was $97,845, and the median age was 42.
Poway is a relatively affluent city, with a median household income that is significantly higher than the national average. The city is also home to a large number of families, with nearly half of all households having children under the age of 18. The city is also home to a large number of retirees, with nearly one-third of all households having at least one person over the age of 65.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Poway?
Total Population of Poway is 48,737.
What is the Total Male Population of Poway?
Total Male Population of Poway is 24,931.
What is the Total Female Population of Poway?
Total Female Population of Poway is 23,806.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Poway?
There are 104.73 Males per 100 Females in Poway.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Poway?
There are 95.49 Females per 100 Males in Poway.
What is the Median Population Age in Poway?
Median Population Age in Poway is 41.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Poway
Average Family Size in Poway is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Poway
Average Household Size in Poway is 3.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Poway?
Per Capita income in Poway is $58,325.
What is the Median Family Income in Poway?
Median Family Income in Poway is $146,534.
What is the Median Household income in Poway?
Median Household Income in Poway is $135,605.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Poway?
Income or Wage Gap in Poway is 37.2%.
Women in Poway earn 62.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Poway?
Family Income Deficit in Poway is $12,356.
Families that are below poverty line in Poway earn $12,356 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Poway?
Inequality or Gini Index in Poway is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Poway?
There are 24,667 People in the Labor Forcein in Poway.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Poway?
63.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Poway.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Poway?
Unemployment Rate in Poway is 5.9%.