Bethel, CT
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Bethel Overview
11,551
TOTAL POPULATION
5,648
MALE POPULATION
5,903
FEMALE POPULATION
95.68
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.51
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$47,635
PER CAPITA INCOME
$87,917
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$79,500
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
28.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
72.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$6,998
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
6,301
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
70.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Bethel Zip Codes
Bethel Area Codes
Race in Bethel
The most populous races in Bethel are White / Caucasian (7,263 | 62.9%), Hispanic or Latino (1,552 | 13.4%), and Black / African American (1,247 | 10.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 594 | 5.1% |
| Black / African American | 1,247 | 10.8% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,552 | 13.4% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 7,263 | 62.9% |
| Two or more Races | 1,230 | 10.6% |
| Some other Race | 1,217 | 10.5% |
| Total | 11,551 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Bethel
The most populous ancestries reported in Bethel are Italian (1,815 | 15.7%), Irish (1,521 | 13.2%), Brazilian (1,133 | 9.8%), English (1,020 | 8.8%), and German (760 | 6.6%), together accounting for 54.1% of all Bethel residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 336 | 2.9% |
| Arab | 301 | 2.6% |
| Austrian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Brazilian | 1,133 | 9.8% |
| British | 33 | 0.3% |
| Carpatho Rusyn | 15 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 29 | 0.3% |
| Central American Indian | 16 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 60 | 0.5% |
| Colombian | 91 | 0.8% |
| Croatian | 7 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 60 | 0.5% |
| Czech | 25 | 0.2% |
| Czechoslovakian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 67 | 0.6% |
| Dominican | 332 | 2.9% |
| Dutch | 92 | 0.8% |
| Ecuadorian | 206 | 1.8% |
| Egyptian | 30 | 0.3% |
| English | 1,020 | 8.8% |
| European | 143 | 1.2% |
| French | 149 | 1.3% |
| French Canadian | 129 | 1.1% |
| German | 760 | 6.6% |
| Greek | 226 | 2.0% |
| Hungarian | 70 | 0.6% |
| Indian (Asian) | 204 | 1.8% |
| Iraqi | 35 | 0.3% |
| Irish | 1,521 | 13.2% |
| Italian | 1,815 | 15.7% |
| Jamaican | 331 | 2.9% |
| Japanese | 70 | 0.6% |
| Korean | 53 | 0.5% |
| Lebanese | 47 | 0.4% |
| Lithuanian | 23 | 0.2% |
| Malaysian | 47 | 0.4% |
| Mexican | 223 | 1.9% |
| Moroccan | 189 | 1.6% |
| Nicaraguan | 13 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 56 | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 20 | 0.2% |
| Pennsylvania German | 10 | 0.1% |
| Peruvian | 48 | 0.4% |
| Polish | 155 | 1.3% |
| Portuguese | 215 | 1.9% |
| Puerto Rican | 464 | 4.0% |
| Romanian | 78 | 0.7% |
| Russian | 207 | 1.8% |
| Salvadoran | 16 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 154 | 1.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 48 | 0.4% |
| Scottish | 80 | 0.7% |
| Slavic | 17 | 0.2% |
| Slovak | 52 | 0.4% |
| South American | 345 | 3.0% |
| Spaniard | 53 | 0.5% |
| Sri Lankan | 20 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 216 | 1.9% |
| Swiss | 10 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 265 | 2.3% |
| Turkish | 21 | 0.2% |
| Ukrainian | 123 | 1.1% |
| Welsh | 70 | 0.6% | View All 63 Rows |
Immigrants in Bethel
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Bethel came from Latin America (1,488 | 12.9%), South America (1,154 | 10.0%), Brazil (1,042 | 9.0%), Europe (556 | 4.8%), and Asia (385 | 3.3%), together accounting for 40.0% of all Bethel residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 316 | 2.7% |
| Asia | 385 | 3.3% |
| Australia | 8 | 0.1% |
| Brazil | 1,042 | 9.0% |
| Cambodia | 32 | 0.3% |
| Canada | 21 | 0.2% |
| Caribbean | 276 | 2.4% |
| Central America | 58 | 0.5% |
| China | 121 | 1.1% |
| Colombia | 46 | 0.4% |
| Dominican Republic | 81 | 0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 121 | 1.1% |
| Eastern Europe | 130 | 1.1% |
| Ecuador | 49 | 0.4% |
| Egypt | 30 | 0.3% |
| England | 61 | 0.5% |
| Europe | 556 | 4.8% |
| Germany | 66 | 0.6% |
| Greece | 93 | 0.8% |
| Haiti | 22 | 0.2% |
| India | 170 | 1.5% |
| Ireland | 34 | 0.3% |
| Italy | 19 | 0.2% |
| Jamaica | 173 | 1.5% |
| Latin America | 1,488 | 12.9% |
| Mexico | 45 | 0.4% |
| Middle Africa | 223 | 1.9% |
| Morocco | 63 | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | 29 | 0.3% |
| Nicaragua | 13 | 0.1% |
| Northern Africa | 93 | 0.8% |
| Northern Europe | 119 | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 8 | 0.1% |
| Peru | 17 | 0.2% |
| Philippines | 22 | 0.2% |
| Poland | 23 | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 100 | 0.9% |
| Romania | 23 | 0.2% |
| South America | 1,154 | 10.0% |
| South Central Asia | 170 | 1.5% |
| South Eastern Asia | 94 | 0.8% |
| Southern Europe | 212 | 1.8% |
| Sweden | 13 | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | 23 | 0.2% |
| Ukraine | 63 | 0.5% |
| Vietnam | 40 | 0.4% |
| Western Europe | 95 | 0.8% |
| Zaire | 223 | 1.9% | View All 48 Rows |
Sex and Age in Bethel
Sex and Age in Bethel
The most populous age groups in Bethel are 55 to 59 Years (586 | 10.4%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (589 | 10.0%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 394 (7.0%) | 219 (3.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 433 (7.7%) | 477 (8.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 502 (8.9%) | 374 (6.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 307 (5.4%) | 360 (6.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 295 (5.2%) | 292 (5.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 381 (6.8%) | 282 (4.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 421 (7.4%) | 589 (10.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 225 (4.0%) | 271 (4.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 243 (4.3%) | 361 (6.1%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 408 (7.2%) | 408 (6.9%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 359 (6.4%) | 524 (8.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 586 (10.4%) | 520 (8.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 412 (7.3%) | 321 (5.4%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 235 (4.2%) | 133 (2.2%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 123 (2.2%) | 325 (5.5%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 90 (1.6%) | 158 (2.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 100 (1.8%) | 201 (3.4%) |
| 85 Years and over | 134 (2.4%) | 88 (1.5%) |
| Total | 5,648 (100.0%) | 5,903 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Bethel
Median Family Size in Bethel
The median family size in Bethel is 3.15 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,698 | 61.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.21 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (652 | 23.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.00 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,698 (61.2%) | 3.21 |
| Single Male/Father | 426 (15.3%) | 3.17 |
| Single Female/Mother | 652 (23.5%) | 3.00 |
| Total Families | 2,776 (100.0%) | 3.15 |
Median Household Size in Bethel
The median household size in Bethel is 2.49 persons per household, with single male/father households (426 | 9.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.59 persons per household. non-family households (1,858 | 40.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.23 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,698 (36.6%) | 3.26 |
| Single Male/Father | 426 (9.2%) | 3.59 |
| Single Female/Mother | 652 (14.1%) | 3.36 |
| Non-family | 1,858 (40.1%) | 1.23 |
| Total Households | 4,634 (100.0%) | 2.49 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Bethel
Out of a total of 4,634 households in Bethel, 2,776 (59.9%) are family households, while 1,858 (40.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,041, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,479.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,479 (31.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,041 (22.5%) | 340 (7.3%) |
| 3-Person Households | 769 (16.6%) | 27 (0.6%) |
| 4-Person Households | 457 (9.9%) | 12 (0.3%) |
| 5-Person Households | 253 (5.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 119 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 137 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,776 (59.9%) | 1,858 (40.1%) |
Female Fertility in Bethel
Fertility by Age in Bethel
Average fertility rate in Bethel is 93.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 199.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 95.5% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 232 (95.5%) | 199.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 11 (4.5%) | 10.0 |
| Total | 243 (100.0%) | 93.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Bethel
25.1% of women with births (243) in Bethel are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 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 73.7% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 61 (26.3%) | 171 (73.7%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Total | 61 (25.1%) | 182 (74.9%) |
Fertility by Education in Bethel
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 25 (10.3%) | 46.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 131 (53.9%) | 198.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 51 (21.0%) | 96.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 36 (14.8%) | 77.0 |
| Total | 243 (100.0%) | 93.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Bethel
74.9% of women with births in Bethel are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 131 (100.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 51 (100.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 36 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 61 (25.1%) | 182 (74.9%) |
Income in Bethel
Income Overview in Bethel
Per Capita Income in Bethel is $47,635, while median incomes of families and households are $87,917 and $79,500 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 11,551 | $47,635 |
| Median Family Income | 2,776 | $87,917 |
| Mean Family Income | 2,776 | $132,590 |
| Median Household Income | 4,634 | $79,500 |
| Mean Household Income | 4,634 | $119,132 |
| Income Deficit | 2,776 | $6,998 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 11,551 | 28.00% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 11,551 | 72.00¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 11,551 | 0.48 |
Earnings by Sex in Bethel
Average Earnings in Bethel are $46,049, $54,010 for men and $38,889 for women, a difference of 28.0%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 3,357 (51.6%) | $54,010 |
| Female | 3,152 (48.4%) | $38,889 |
| Total | 6,509 (100.0%) | $46,049 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Bethel
The most common earnings brackets in Bethel are $100,000+ for men (827 | 24.6%) and $100,000+ for women (465 | 14.7%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 200 (6.0%) | 151 (4.8%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 80 (2.4%) | 127 (4.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 16 (0.5%) | 153 (4.9%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 52 (1.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 69 (2.1%) | 106 (3.4%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 257 (7.7%) | 61 (1.9%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 85 (2.5%) | 50 (1.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 51 (1.5%) | 116 (3.7%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 45 (1.3%) | 126 (4.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 114 (3.4%) | 44 (1.4%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 162 (4.8%) | 249 (7.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 67 (2.0%) | 264 (8.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 168 (5.0%) | 133 (4.2%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 122 (3.6%) | 108 (3.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 182 (5.4%) | 90 (2.9%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 91 (2.7%) | 89 (2.8%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 332 (9.9%) | 205 (6.5%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 184 (5.5%) | 175 (5.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 305 (9.1%) | 388 (12.3%) |
| $100,000+ | 827 (24.6%) | 465 (14.7%) |
| Total | 3,357 (100.0%) | 3,152 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Bethel
Average earnings in Bethel are $58,475 for men and $45,694 for women, a difference of 21.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $122,446, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $35,259. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $72,292, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $17,889.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $35,259 | $17,889 |
| High School Diploma | $42,500 | $28,235 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $69,741 | $50,258 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $72,361 | $68,469 |
| Graduate Degree | $122,446 | $72,292 |
| Total | $58,475 | $45,694 |
Family Income in Bethel
Family Income Brackets in Bethel
According to the Bethel family income data, there are 555 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.0% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 19 | 0.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 61 | 2.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 214 | 7.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 328 | 11.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 480 | 17.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 475 | 17.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 422 | 15.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 222 | 8.0% |
| $200,000+ | 555 | 20.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Bethel
4-person families (399 | 14.4%) account for the highest median family income in Bethel with $120,054 per family, while 2-person families (1,122 | 40.4%) have the highest median income of $45,454 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,122 (40.4%) | $90,909 |
| 3-Person Families | 850 (30.6%) | $78,172 |
| 4-Person Families | 399 (14.4%) | $120,054 |
| 5-Person Families | 244 (8.8%) | $99,286 |
| 6-Person Families | 161 (5.8%) | $58,605 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 2,776 (100.0%) | $87,917 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Bethel
The median family income in Bethel is $87,917, with families comprising 2 earners (1,130) having the highest median family income of $128,472, while families with no earners (351) have the lowest median family income of $35,966, accounting for 40.7% and 12.6% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 351 (12.6%) | $35,966 |
| 1 Earner | 917 (33.0%) | $61,080 |
| 2 Earners | 1,130 (40.7%) | $128,472 |
| 3+ Earners | 378 (13.6%) | $103,438 |
| Total | 2,776 (100.0%) | $87,917 |
Household Income in Bethel
Household Income Brackets in Bethel
With 783 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Bethel, accounting for 16.9% of all households. In contrast, only 65 households (1.4%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 65 | 1.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 116 | 2.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 361 | 7.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 292 | 6.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 533 | 11.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 783 | 16.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 630 | 13.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 765 | 16.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 403 | 8.7% |
| $200,000+ | 686 | 14.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Bethel
The median household income in Bethel is $79,500, with the highest median household income of $104,167 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,178 households (25.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 66 households (1.4%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 66 (1.4%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,178 (25.4%) | $104,167 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,196 (47.4%) | $99,738 |
| 65+ Years | 1,194 (25.8%) | $38,851 |
| Total | 4,634 (100.0%) | $79,500 |
Poverty in Bethel
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Bethel
With 2.5% poverty level for males and 8.6% for females among the residents of Bethel, 15 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 10 males (25.0%) and 40 females (36.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 5 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 11 (3.6%) | 6 (2.2%) |
| 15 Years | 10 (25.0%) | 40 (36.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 9 (5.8%) | 37 (28.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (2.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 8 (1.0%) | 151 (17.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1 (0.2%) | 6 (0.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 30 (3.9%) | 63 (6.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 22 (2.2%) | 74 (8.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 36 (10.1%) | 42 (9.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 8 (2.5%) | 78 (17.4%) |
| Total | 140 (2.5%) | 508 (8.6%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Bethel
According to the poverty statistics in Bethel, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 394 (100.0%) | 219 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 64 (100.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 529 (99.1%) | 573 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 298 (96.4%) | 261 (97.8%) |
| 15 Years | 30 (75.0%) | 71 (64.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 147 (94.2%) | 95 (72.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 406 (100.0%) | 398 (97.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 794 (99.0%) | 720 (82.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 467 (99.8%) | 626 (99.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 737 (96.1%) | 869 (93.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 976 (97.8%) | 767 (91.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 322 (89.9%) | 416 (90.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 316 (97.5%) | 369 (82.6%) |
| Total | 5,480 (97.5%) | 5,395 (91.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Bethel
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Bethel show that 1.9% or 32 of the total 1,698 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 3.6%, comprising of 32 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 849 (96.4%) | 32 (3.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 681 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 136 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,666 (98.1%) | 32 (1.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Bethel
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (5.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (4.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (4.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Bethel
The poverty data for Bethel shows that 32 of the married-couple family households (1.9%) and 28 of the single-parent households (2.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 32 households (3.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 16 household (3.5%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 32 (3.6%) | 12 (2.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (3.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 32 (1.9%) | 28 (2.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Bethel
Employment by Class of Employer in Bethel
Among the 5,808 employed individuals in Bethel, private company employees (3,764 | 64.8%), self-employed (not incorporated) (627 | 10.8%), and not-for-profit organizations (549 | 9.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 3,764 | 64.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 187 | 3.2% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 627 | 10.8% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 549 | 9.5% |
| Local Government Employees | 281 | 4.8% |
| State Government Employees | 129 | 2.2% |
| Federal Government Employees | 104 | 1.8% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 167 | 2.9% |
| Total | 5,808 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Bethel
According to the labor force statistics for Bethel, out of the total population over 16 years of age (9,001), 70.0% or 6,301 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.1% or 258 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 94.5% or 555 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 20.2% or 39 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 193 (37.4%) | 39 (20.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 555 (94.5%) | 39 (7.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 492 (74.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 646 (64.0%) | 10 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 996 (90.5%) | 50 (5.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,495 (88.0%) | 13 (0.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 956 (86.4%) | 49 (5.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 627 (85.5%) | 40 (6.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 258 (31.6%) | 16 (6.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 81 (10.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,301 (70.0%) | 258 (4.1%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Bethel
According to labor force statistics for Bethel, 82.6% of individuals (5,213) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (6,311) are in the labor force, with 3.1% or 162 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 87.9% or 2,343 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 15.7% or 61 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 388 (67.0%) | 91 (15.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,100 (76.1%) | 33 (2.3%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,380 (85.2%) | 23 (1.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,343 (87.9%) | 67 (2.5%) |
| Total | 5,213 (82.6%) | 196 (3.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Bethel
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Bethel are Management (772 | 12.8%), Business & Financial (569 | 9.4%), Community & Social Service (556 | 9.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (480 | 8.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (408 | 6.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Bethel, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (81.6%), and Architecture & Engineering (76.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (90.1%), and Education Instruction & Library (82.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 432 (56.0%) | 340 (44.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 301 (52.9%) | 268 (47.1%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 186 (81.6%) | 42 (18.4%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 85 (75.9%) | 27 (24.1%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 48 (76.2%) | 15 (23.8%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 53 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 115 (20.7%) | 441 (79.3%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 37 (58.7%) | 26 (41.3%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 71 (17.4%) | 337 (82.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 7 (9.9%) | 64 (90.1%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 157 (32.7%) | 323 (67.3%) |
| Health Technologists | 66 (19.9%) | 265 (80.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,191 (45.7%) | 1,414 (54.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,012 (49.9%) | 3,029 (50.1%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Bethel are Personal Care & Service (407 | 6.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (249 | 4.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (207 | 3.4%), Security & Protection (154 | 2.5%), and Healthcare Support (126 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Bethel, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (83.1%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (70.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 126 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 154 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 86 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 68 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 79 (31.7%) | 170 (68.3%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 62 (29.9%) | 145 (70.1%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 69 (17.0%) | 338 (83.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 364 (31.9%) | 779 (68.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,012 (49.9%) | 3,029 (50.1%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Bethel are Sales & Related (716 | 11.8%), and Office & Administration (424 | 7.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 329 (46.0%) | 387 (54.0%) |
| Office & Administration | 60 (14.1%) | 364 (85.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 389 (34.1%) | 751 (65.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,012 (49.9%) | 3,029 (50.1%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Bethel are Construction & Extraction (281 | 4.6%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (174 | 2.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 281 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 174 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 455 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,012 (49.9%) | 3,029 (50.1%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Bethel are Transportation (375 | 6.2%), Production (213 | 3.5%), and Material Moving (110 | 1.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 163 (76.5%) | 50 (23.5%) |
| Transportation | 357 (95.2%) | 18 (4.8%) |
| Material Moving | 93 (84.6%) | 17 (15.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 613 (87.8%) | 85 (12.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,012 (49.9%) | 3,029 (50.1%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Bethel
Employment Industries in Bethel
The major employment industries in Bethel include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,027 | 17.0%), Retail Trade (925 | 15.3%), Manufacturing (510 | 8.4%), Educational Services (460 | 7.6%), and Construction (386 | 6.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Bethel
The Bethel industries that see more men than women are Construction (90.9%), Transportation & Warehousing (87.5%), and Finance & Insurance (79.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (94.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (90.6%), and Educational Services (78.5%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 15 (65.2%) | 8 (34.8%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 351 (90.9%) | 35 (9.1%) |
| Manufacturing | 317 (62.2%) | 193 (37.8%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 94 (43.5%) | 122 (56.5%) |
| Retail Trade | 577 (62.4%) | 348 (37.6%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 302 (87.5%) | 43 (12.5%) |
| Utilities | 10 (43.5%) | 13 (56.5%) |
| Information | 64 (55.2%) | 52 (44.8%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 219 (79.1%) | 58 (20.9%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 11 (6.0%) | 171 (94.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 143 (47.8%) | 156 (52.2%) |
| Enterprise Management | 13 (54.2%) | 11 (45.8%) |
| Administrative & Support | 218 (65.3%) | 116 (34.7%) |
| Educational Services | 99 (21.5%) | 361 (78.5%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 266 (25.9%) | 761 (74.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 95 (75.4%) | 31 (24.6%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 20 (9.4%) | 193 (90.6%) |
| Public Administration | 87 (57.6%) | 64 (42.4%) |
| Total | 3,012 (49.9%) | 3,029 (50.1%) |
Education in Bethel
School Enrollment in Bethel
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,145 students in Bethel are elementary school (802 | 25.5%), middle school (770 | 24.5%), and high school (560 | 17.8%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 309 | 9.8% |
| Kindergarten | 64 | 2.0% |
| Elementary School | 802 | 25.5% |
| Middle School | 770 | 24.5% |
| High School | 560 | 17.8% |
| College / Undergraduate | 409 | 13.0% |
| Graduate / Professional | 231 | 7.3% |
| Total | 3,145 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Bethel
Out of a total of 3,145 students who are enrolled in schools in Bethel, 484 (15.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,661 (84.6%) 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 146 (61.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 887 (97.5% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 93 (38.9%) | 146 (61.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 887 (97.5%) | 23 (2.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 802 (93.3%) | 58 (6.7%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 376 (85.7%) | 63 (14.3%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 131 (70.8%) | 54 (29.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 116 (91.3%) | 11 (8.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 154 (80.2%) | 38 (19.8%) |
| 35 Years and over | 102 (52.8%) | 91 (47.1%) |
| Total | 2,661 (84.6%) | 484 (15.4%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Bethel
Business (680 | 20.8%), social sciences (384 | 11.7%), science & technology (317 | 9.7%), liberal arts & history (269 | 8.2%), and engineering (261 | 8.0%) are the most common fields of study among 3,270 individuals in Bethel who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 116 | 3.5% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 126 | 3.8% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 131 | 4.0% |
| Psychology | 149 | 4.6% |
| Social Sciences | 384 | 11.7% |
| Engineering | 261 | 8.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 37 | 1.1% |
| Science & Technology | 317 | 9.7% |
| Business | 680 | 20.8% |
| Education | 255 | 7.8% |
| Literature & Languages | 229 | 7.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 269 | 8.2% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 167 | 5.1% |
| Communications | 47 | 1.4% |
| Arts & Humanities | 102 | 3.1% |
| Total | 3,270 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Bethel
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Bethel
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Bethel are males with 2 vehicles (1,565, accounting for 52.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,265, making up 55.3%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 88 (3.0%) | 135 (4.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 265 (8.9%) | 576 (20.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,565 (52.6%) | 1,265 (44.7%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 729 (24.5%) | 528 (18.6%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 314 (10.5%) | 311 (11.0%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 14 (0.5%) | 17 (0.6%) |
| Total | 2,975 (100.0%) | 2,832 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Bethel
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Bethel are 45 to 59 minutes (742 commuters, 14.1%), 15 to 19 minutes (738 commuters, 14.0%), and 10 to 14 minutes (671 commuters, 12.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 158 | 3.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 526 | 10.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 671 | 12.8% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 738 | 14.0% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 533 | 10.1% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 316 | 6.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 505 | 9.6% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 79 | 1.5% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 237 | 4.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 742 | 14.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 367 | 7.0% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 383 | 7.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Bethel
The most common commute times in Bethel are 45 to 59 minutes (495 commuters, 18.1%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (340 commuters, 13.5%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 50 (1.8%) | 108 (4.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 371 (13.5%) | 155 (6.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 379 (13.8%) | 292 (11.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 413 (15.1%) | 325 (12.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 193 (7.0%) | 340 (13.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 121 (4.4%) | 195 (7.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 196 (7.1%) | 309 (12.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 45 (1.6%) | 34 (1.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 165 (6.0%) | 72 (2.9%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 495 (18.1%) | 247 (9.8%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 144 (5.2%) | 223 (8.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 169 (6.2%) | 214 (8.5%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Bethel
The most frequent times of departure to work in Bethel are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (439, 16.0%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (432, 17.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 243 (8.9%) | 95 (3.8%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 41 (1.5%) | 83 (3.3%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 150 (5.5%) | 151 (6.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 152 (5.6%) | 77 (3.1%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 314 (11.5%) | 167 (6.6%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 217 (7.9%) | 262 (10.4%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 279 (10.2%) | 432 (17.2%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 439 (16.0%) | 194 (7.7%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 137 (5.0%) | 341 (13.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 249 (9.1%) | 184 (7.3%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 28 (1.0%) | 206 (8.2%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 46 (1.7%) | 75 (3.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 339 (12.4%) | 168 (6.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 107 (3.9%) | 79 (3.1%) |
| Total | 2,741 (100.0%) | 2,514 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Bethel
Occupancy by Ownership in Bethel
Of the total 4,634 dwellings in Bethel, owner-occupied units account for 3,182 (68.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,452 (31.3%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 3,182 | 68.7% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,452 | 31.3% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 4,634 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Bethel
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,479 | 31.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,381 | 29.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 796 | 17.2% |
| 4+ Person Household | 978 | 21.1% |
| Total Housing Units | 4,634 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Bethel
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 920 (62.2%) | 559 (37.8%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,074 (77.8%) | 307 (22.2%) |
| 3-Person Household | 463 (58.2%) | 333 (41.8%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 725 (74.1%) | 253 (25.9%) |
| Total Housing Units | 3,182 (68.7%) | 1,452 (31.3%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Bethel
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 130 (33.5%) | 258 (66.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 717 (62.8%) | 424 (37.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 731 (70.0%) | 313 (30.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,604 (77.8%) | 457 (22.2%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Bethel
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 592 | 12.8% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 652 | 14.1% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 957 | 20.6% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,239 | 26.7% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 650 | 14.0% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 394 | 8.5% |
| 85 Years and Over | 150 | 3.2% |
| Total | 4,634 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Bethel
Median Income by Occupancy in Bethel
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 3,182 (68.7%) | $106,596 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,452 (31.3%) | $49,306 |
| Average | 4,634 (100.0%) | $79,500 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Bethel
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 20 (0.6%) | 21 (1.5%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 25 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 101 (3.2%) | 13 (0.9%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 50 (1.6%) | 35 (2.4%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 94 (2.9%) | 183 (12.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 81 (2.5%) | 213 (14.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 266 (8.4%) | 266 (18.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 452 (14.2%) | 331 (22.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 420 (13.2%) | 208 (14.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 625 (19.6%) | 138 (9.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,048 (32.9%) | 44 (3.0%) |
| Total | 3,182 (100.0%) | 1,452 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Bethel
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 33 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 30 (0.9%) | 164 (11.3%) |
| $500 to $799 | 179 (5.6%) | 43 (3.0%) |
| $800 to $999 | 177 (5.6%) | 51 (3.5%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 533 (16.8%) | 538 (37.0%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 463 (14.5%) | 330 (22.7%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 574 (18.0%) | 165 (11.4%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 521 (16.4%) | 113 (7.8%) |
| $3,000 or more | 672 (21.1%) | 25 (1.7%) |
| Total | 3,182 (100.0%) | 1,452 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Bethel
Housing Structures in Bethel
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,357 | 50.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 653 | 14.1% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 713 | 15.4% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 366 | 7.9% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 239 | 5.2% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 306 | 6.6% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 4,634 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Bethel
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,207 (93.6%) | 150 (6.4%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 446 (68.3%) | 207 (31.7%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 258 (36.2%) | 455 (63.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 70 (19.1%) | 296 (80.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 104 (43.5%) | 135 (56.5%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 97 (31.7%) | 209 (68.3%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,182 (68.7%) | 1,452 (31.3%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Bethel
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 11 (0.4%) | 280 (19.3%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 42 (1.3%) | 244 (16.8%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 730 (22.9%) | 504 (34.7%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,436 (45.1%) | 398 (27.4%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 963 (30.3%) | 26 (1.8%) |
| Total | 3,182 (100.0%) | 1,452 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Bethel
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,241 (39.0%) | 321 (22.1%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 305 (9.6%) | 92 (6.3%) |
| Electricity | 548 (17.2%) | 814 (56.1%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 1,023 (32.2%) | 225 (15.5%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 59 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 6 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,182 (100.0%) | 1,452 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Bethel
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 48 (1.5%) | 348 (24.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 988 (31.0%) | 481 (33.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,314 (41.3%) | 526 (36.2%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 832 (26.2%) | 97 (6.7%) |
| Total | 3,182 (100.0%) | 1,452 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Bethel
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Bethel
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 886 | 2,296 |
| Median Property Value | $346,400 | $379,600 |
| Median Household Income | $72,500 | $840 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $1,101 | $672 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $7,032 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Bethel
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 22 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (0.5%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 262 (29.6%) | 575 (25.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 476 (53.7%) | 1,246 (54.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 85 (9.6%) | 419 (18.2%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 35 (4.0%) | 15 (0.6%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 6 (0.7%) | 29 (1.3%) |
| Total | 886 (100.0%) | 2,296 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Bethel
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 6 (0.7%) | 45 (2.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 123 (13.9%) | 39 (1.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 62 (7.0%) | 122 (5.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 142 (16.0%) | 19 (0.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 145 (16.4%) | 124 (5.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 68 (7.7%) | 307 (13.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 132 (14.9%) | 352 (15.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 208 (23.5%) | 493 (21.5%) |
| Total | 886 (100.0%) | 2,296 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Bethel
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 137 (15.5%) | 110,900 (4,830.1%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 173 (19.5%) | 540 (23.5%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 103 (11.6%) | 515 (22.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 467 (52.7%) | 481 (20.9%) |
| Total | 886 (100.0%) | 2,296 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Bethel
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 24 (2.7%) | 14 (0.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 58 (6.6%) | 15 (0.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 777 (87.7%) | 35 (1.5%) |
| Total | 886 (100.0%) | 2,296 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Bethel
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bethel
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 707 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,112 (94.2%) | 131 (5.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 747 (89.5%) | 88 (10.5%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 997 (64.7%) | 544 (35.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,086 (98.7%) | 14 (1.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,594 (93.8%) | 105 (6.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,626 (88.4%) | 213 (11.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 773 (94.7%) | 43 (5.3%) |
| 75 Years and older | 771 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10,413 (90.1%) | 1,138 (9.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Bethel
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 707 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,112 (94.2%) | 131 (5.8%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 747 (89.5%) | 88 (10.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Bethel
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 560 (87.8%) | 78 (12.2%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,393 (82.0%) | 306 (18.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,986 (92.3%) | 166 (7.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,259 (73.2%) | 461 (26.8%) |
| $100,000 and over | 5,194 (97.6%) | 127 (2.4%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bethel
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 165 (23.3%) | 651 (92.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 899 (40.1%) | 1,330 (59.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 323 (38.7%) | 424 (50.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 120 (7.8%) | 897 (58.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 351 (31.9%) | 781 (71.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 266 (15.7%) | 1,391 (81.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 510 (27.7%) | 1,163 (63.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 725 (88.8%) | 383 (46.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 771 (100.0%) | 383 (49.7%) |
| Total | 4,130 (35.7%) | 7,403 (64.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Bethel
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 70 (6.2%) | 52 (4.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 315 (26.1%) | 79 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 184 (8.2%) | 318 (13.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 64 (17.9%) | 62 (13.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 119 (36.7%) | 37 (8.3%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Bethel
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 105 (4.7%) | 66 (2.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 40 (11.2%) | 13 (2.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 35 (10.8%) | 16 (3.6%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 17 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (2.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 44 (2.0%) | 106 (4.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (3.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 27 (8.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 43 (3.8%) | 36 (3.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 315 (26.1%) | 13 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 25 (1.1%) | 87 (3.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4 (1.1%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 58 (17.9%) | 13 (2.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 10 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 17 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 58 (2.6%) | 127 (5.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 40 (11.2%) | 48 (10.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 101 (31.2%) | 25 (5.6%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 33 (2.9%) | 16 (1.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 17 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 4 (0.2%) | 32 (1.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 73 (22.5%) | 10 (2.2%) |
Technology Access in Bethel
Computing Device Access in Bethel
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 4,000 | 86.3% |
| Smartphone | 4,080 | 88.0% |
| Tablet | 3,086 | 66.6% |
| No Computing Device | 169 | 3.6% |
| Total | 4,634 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Bethel
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 13 | 0.3% |
| Broadband Home | 3,407 | 73.5% |
| Cellular Data Only | 572 | 12.3% |
| Satellite Internet | 132 | 2.9% |
| No Internet | 512 | 11.1% |
| Total | 4,634 | 100.0% |
Bethel Summary
Bethel, Connecticut is a town located in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It is situated in the southwestern corner of the state, approximately 60 miles northeast of New York City. The town has a population of approximately 19,000 people and covers an area of approximately 24 square miles.
History
Bethel was first settled in 1759 by a group of settlers from Danbury, Connecticut. The town was originally part of Danbury, but was incorporated as its own town in 1855. The town was named after the biblical town of Bethel, which is mentioned in the Old Testament.
The town was primarily an agricultural community until the late 19th century, when the railroad arrived and the town began to develop into a small industrial center. The town was home to several factories, including a hat factory, a paper mill, and a furniture factory.
Geography
Bethel is located in the southwestern corner of Fairfield County, Connecticut. It is bordered by the towns of Redding to the north, Newtown to the east, and Danbury to the south. The town is situated in the foothills of the Berkshire Mountains, and is home to several small lakes and ponds.
The town is located approximately 60 miles northeast of New York City, and is accessible via Interstate 84 and Route 6. The town is also served by the Danbury Branch of the Metro-North Railroad.
Economy
Bethel’s economy is largely based on the service industry. The town is home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses. The town is also home to several corporate offices, including the headquarters of the Ethan Allen furniture company.
The town is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a plastics factory, and a metal fabrication plant. The town is also home to several small farms, which produce a variety of fruits and vegetables.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Bethel had a population of 19,058 people. The racial makeup of the town was 94.3% White, 1.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 1.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 1.9% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.3% of the population.
The median household income in Bethel was $77,837, and the median family income was $90,945. The per capita income was $35,945. About 4.2% of families and 5.7% of the population were below the poverty line.
Bethel is a small town with a rich history and a diverse population. The town is home to several businesses and industries, and is a popular destination for tourists and outdoor enthusiasts. The town is also home to several small farms, which produce a variety of fruits and vegetables. Bethel is a great place to live, work, and play.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Bethel?
Total Population of Bethel is 11,551.
What is the Total Male Population of Bethel?
Total Male Population of Bethel is 5,648.
What is the Total Female Population of Bethel?
Total Female Population of Bethel is 5,903.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Bethel?
There are 95.68 Males per 100 Females in Bethel.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Bethel?
There are 104.51 Females per 100 Males in Bethel.
What is the Median Population Age in Bethel?
Median Population Age in Bethel is 39.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Bethel
Average Family Size in Bethel is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Bethel
Average Household Size in Bethel is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Bethel?
Per Capita income in Bethel is $47,635.
What is the Median Family Income in Bethel?
Median Family Income in Bethel is $87,917.
What is the Median Household income in Bethel?
Median Household Income in Bethel is $79,500.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Bethel?
Income or Wage Gap in Bethel is 28.0%.
Women in Bethel earn 72.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Bethel?
Family Income Deficit in Bethel is $6,998.
Families that are below poverty line in Bethel earn $6,998 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Bethel?
Inequality or Gini Index in Bethel is 0.48.
How Large is the Labor Force in Bethel?
There are 6,301 People in the Labor Forcein in Bethel.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Bethel?
70.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Bethel.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Bethel?
Unemployment Rate in Bethel is 4.1%.