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84,982
TOTAL POPULATION
41,662
MALE POPULATION
43,320
FEMALE POPULATION
96.17
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.98
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,236
PER CAPITA INCOME
$74,196
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$60,917
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
22.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
77.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,496
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
42,233
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Melbourne Area Codes

Race in Melbourne

The most populous races in Melbourne are White / Caucasian (64,777 | 76.2%), Hispanic or Latino (10,235 | 12.0%), and Black / African American (8,659 | 10.2%).
Race in Melbourne
Race# Population% Population
Asian2,7123.2%
Black / African American8,65910.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific1710.2%
Hispanic or Latino10,23512.0%
Native / Alaskan440.1%
White / Caucasian64,77776.2%
Two or more Races6,0217.1%
Some other Race2,5983.1%
Total84,982100.0%

Ancestry in Melbourne

The most populous ancestries reported in Melbourne are Irish (12,595 | 14.8%), German (10,628 | 12.5%), American (8,527 | 10.0%), English (8,435 | 9.9%), and Italian (5,277 | 6.2%), together accounting for 53.5% of all Melbourne residents.
Ancestry in Melbourne
Ancestry# Population% Population
African3470.4%
Alaska Native50.0%
Albanian260.0%
American8,52710.0%
Arab6800.8%
Argentinean400.1%
Armenian670.1%
Australian900.1%
Austrian2740.3%
Bahamian950.1%
Barbadian120.0%
Basque810.1%
Belgian310.0%
Belizean210.0%
Bhutanese4120.5%
Blackfeet1000.1%
Bolivian280.0%
Brazilian3250.4%
British3150.4%
British West Indian800.1%
Bulgarian240.0%
Burmese3140.4%
Canadian2150.3%
Cape Verdean260.0%
Celtic80.0%
Central American7800.9%
Central American Indian600.1%
Cherokee4110.5%
Chilean690.1%
Chippewa150.0%
Choctaw170.0%
Colombian6440.8%
Costa Rican620.1%
Creek80.0%
Croatian890.1%
Cuban7570.9%
Czech1960.2%
Czechoslovakian260.0%
Danish1340.2%
Dominican4430.5%
Dutch7050.8%
Dutch West Indian270.0%
Eastern European2240.3%
Ecuadorian2160.3%
Egyptian870.1%
English8,4359.9%
Ethiopian260.0%
European8771.0%
Finnish1260.2%
French2,2902.7%
French American Indian320.0%
French Canadian5670.7%
German10,62812.5%
Greek3670.4%
Guamanian / Chamorro70.0%
Guatemalan2640.3%
Guyanese10.0%
Haitian5260.6%
Honduran3130.4%
Hungarian3130.4%
Indian (Asian)5330.6%
Iranian80.0%
Irish12,59514.8%
Iroquois950.1%
Israeli540.1%
Italian5,2776.2%
Jamaican1,2511.5%
Japanese330.0%
Jordanian410.1%
Kenyan790.1%
Korean1,0631.3%
Laotian400.1%
Latvian650.1%
Lebanese1470.2%
Lithuanian4920.6%
Macedonian220.0%
Malaysian950.1%
Maltese490.1%
Mexican2,4142.8%
Mexican American Indian200.0%
Moroccan960.1%
Native Hawaiian130.0%
New Zealander1680.2%
Nicaraguan130.0%
Nigerian1260.2%
Northern European940.1%
Norwegian1,0551.2%
Ottawa90.0%
Pakistani2150.3%
Panamanian1140.1%
Pennsylvania German410.1%
Peruvian800.1%
Polish2,9163.4%
Portuguese4510.5%
Puerto Rican3,5444.2%
Romanian220.0%
Russian3890.5%
Salvadoran110.0%
Samoan370.0%
Scandinavian2850.3%
Scotch-Irish8641.0%
Scottish1,8902.2%
Seminole930.1%
Serbian120.0%
Sioux430.1%
Slavic230.0%
Slovak1050.1%
South African120.0%
South American1,3471.6%
Spaniard1980.2%
Spanish400.1%
Sri Lankan5560.6%
Subsaharan African6570.8%
Swedish9881.2%
Swiss780.1%
Thai7070.8%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian200.0%
Turkish240.0%
Ukrainian1650.2%
Uruguayan200.0%
Venezuelan2500.3%
Vietnamese310.0%
Welsh4720.6%
West Indian1330.2%
Yugoslavian360.0%
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Immigrants in Melbourne

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Melbourne came from Latin America (4,134 | 4.9%), Asia (2,534 | 3.0%), Europe (1,901 | 2.2%), Caribbean (1,516 | 1.8%), and South America (1,315 | 1.5%), together accounting for 13.4% of all Melbourne residents.
Immigrants in Melbourne
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa5190.6%
Asia2,5343.0%
Australia510.1%
Azores130.0%
Bahamas890.1%
Bangladesh1050.1%
Belize500.1%
Bolivia280.0%
Brazil3870.5%
Cambodia330.0%
Canada2230.3%
Caribbean1,5161.8%
Central America1,3031.5%
Chile240.0%
China3120.4%
Colombia4160.5%
Cuba2200.3%
Czechoslovakia430.1%
Denmark260.0%
Dominica400.1%
Dominican Republic1800.2%
Eastern Africa1340.2%
Eastern Asia7190.9%
Eastern Europe5820.7%
Ecuador540.1%
Egypt840.1%
England3590.4%
Europe1,9012.2%
France220.0%
Germany3550.4%
Greece170.0%
Guatemala2370.3%
Guyana150.0%
Haiti1950.2%
Honduras2140.3%
Hong Kong300.0%
Hungary240.0%
India3940.5%
Indonesia440.1%
Iran100.0%
Ireland300.0%
Israel510.1%
Italy380.0%
Jamaica5930.7%
Japan1850.2%
Jordan190.0%
Kazakhstan80.0%
Kenya990.1%
Korea2220.3%
Latin America4,1344.9%
Lithuania1200.1%
Mexico6860.8%
Morocco640.1%
Netherlands690.1%
Nicaragua150.0%
Nigeria560.1%
North Macedonia220.0%
Northern Africa2730.3%
Northern Europe7470.9%
Oceania2040.2%
Panama1010.1%
Peru1070.1%
Philippines4600.5%
Poland2970.4%
Portugal240.0%
Russia250.0%
Saudi Arabia880.1%
Scotland230.0%
South Africa430.1%
South America1,3151.5%
South Central Asia5170.6%
South Eastern Asia1,0511.2%
Southern Europe1260.2%
Spain210.0%
Sweden700.1%
Taiwan320.0%
Thailand670.1%
Trinidad and Tobago410.1%
Turkey180.0%
Ukraine350.0%
Uruguay200.0%
Venezuela2640.3%
Vietnam4470.5%
West Indies210.0%
Western Africa690.1%
Western Asia2470.3%
Western Europe4460.5%
Zimbabwe350.0%
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Sex and Age in Melbourne

Sex and Age in Melbourne

The most populous age groups in Melbourne are 20 to 24 Years (4,011 | 9.6%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (3,534 | 8.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Melbourne
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,658 (4.0%)2,282 (5.3%)
5 to 9 Years1,924 (4.6%)2,005 (4.6%)
10 to 14 Years2,265 (5.4%)2,221 (5.1%)
15 to 19 Years2,724 (6.5%)2,309 (5.3%)
20 to 24 Years4,011 (9.6%)2,179 (5.0%)
25 to 29 Years2,957 (7.1%)3,192 (7.4%)
30 to 34 Years2,817 (6.8%)2,969 (6.9%)
35 to 39 Years2,660 (6.4%)2,273 (5.2%)
40 to 44 Years2,250 (5.4%)1,777 (4.1%)
45 to 49 Years2,273 (5.5%)2,257 (5.2%)
50 to 54 Years2,451 (5.9%)2,630 (6.1%)
55 to 59 Years2,968 (7.1%)3,534 (8.2%)
60 to 64 Years3,054 (7.3%)3,058 (7.1%)
65 to 69 Years2,593 (6.2%)3,378 (7.8%)
70 to 74 Years1,940 (4.7%)2,121 (4.9%)
75 to 79 Years1,345 (3.2%)1,515 (3.5%)
80 to 84 Years876 (2.1%)1,261 (2.9%)
85 Years and over896 (2.1%)2,359 (5.4%)
Total41,662 (100.0%)43,320 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Melbourne

Median Family Size in Melbourne

The median family size in Melbourne is 3.02 persons per family, with single female/mother families (4,261 | 21.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.09 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (1,616 | 8.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.56 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Melbourne
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple13,766 (70.1%)3.05
Single Male/Father1,616 (8.2%)2.56
Single Female/Mother4,261 (21.7%)3.09
Total Families19,643 (100.0%)3.02

Median Household Size in Melbourne

The median household size in Melbourne is 2.30 persons per household, with single female/mother households (4,261 | 12.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.32 persons per household. non-family households (15,795 | 44.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.28 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Melbourne
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple13,766 (38.9%)3.08
Single Male/Father1,616 (4.6%)2.89
Single Female/Mother4,261 (12.0%)3.32
Non-family15,795 (44.6%)1.28
Total Households35,438 (100.0%)2.30

Household Size by Marriage Status in Melbourne

Out of a total of 35,438 households in Melbourne, 19,643 (55.4%) are family households, while 15,795 (44.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 10,074, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 12,837.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Melbourne
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-12,837 (36.2%)
2-Person Households10,074 (28.4%)2,381 (6.7%)
3-Person Households4,915 (13.9%)438 (1.2%)
4-Person Households2,565 (7.2%)120 (0.3%)
5-Person Households1,168 (3.3%)19 (0.1%)
6-Person Households700 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households221 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total19,643 (55.4%)15,795 (44.6%)

Female Fertility in Melbourne

Fertility by Age in Melbourne

Average fertility rate in Melbourne is 61.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 88.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 69.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Melbourne
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years67 (6.3%)29.0
20 to 34 years734 (69.0%)88.0
35 to 50 years263 (24.7%)39.0
Total1,064 (100.0%)61.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Melbourne

53.0% of women with births (1,064) in Melbourne are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 42.9% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Melbourne
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)67 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years419 (57.1%)315 (42.9%)
35 to 50 years145 (55.1%)118 (44.9%)
Total564 (53.0%)500 (47.0%)

Fertility by Education in Melbourne

Average fertility rate in Melbourne is 61.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 104.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 50.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 29.8% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Melbourne
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School124 (11.7%)64.0
High School Diploma213 (20.0%)61.0
College or Associate's Degree317 (29.8%)52.0
Bachelor's Degree189 (17.8%)50.0
Graduate Degree221 (20.8%)104.0
Total1,064 (100.0%)61.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Melbourne

47.0% of women with births in Melbourne are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 87.8% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 72.6% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Melbourne
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School57 (46.0%)67 (54.0%)
High School Diploma74 (34.7%)139 (65.3%)
College or Associate's Degree87 (27.4%)230 (72.6%)
Bachelor's Degree152 (80.4%)37 (19.6%)
Graduate Degree194 (87.8%)27 (12.2%)
Total564 (53.0%)500 (47.0%)

Income in Melbourne

Income Overview in Melbourne

Per Capita Income in Melbourne is $34,236, while median incomes of families and households are $74,196 and $60,917 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income84,982$34,236
Median Family Income19,643$74,196
Mean Family Income19,643$91,717
Median Household Income35,438$60,917
Mean Household Income35,438$77,652
Income Deficit19,643$12,496
Wage / Income Gap (%)84,98222.36%
Wage / Income Gap ($)84,98277.64¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index84,9820.44

Earnings by Sex in Melbourne

Average Earnings in Melbourne are $36,661, $41,182 for men and $31,972 for women, a difference of 22.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Melbourne
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male23,582 (53.1%)$41,182
Female20,794 (46.9%)$31,972
Total44,376 (100.0%)$36,661

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Melbourne

The most common earnings brackets in Melbourne are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (3,334 | 14.1%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (2,147 | 10.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Melbourne
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less1,306 (5.5%)1,308 (6.3%)
$2,500 to $4,999887 (3.8%)1,021 (4.9%)
$5,000 to $7,499825 (3.5%)674 (3.2%)
$7,500 to $9,999456 (1.9%)462 (2.2%)
$10,000 to $12,499291 (1.2%)698 (3.4%)
$12,500 to $14,999695 (2.9%)849 (4.1%)
$15,000 to $17,499767 (3.3%)458 (2.2%)
$17,500 to $19,999343 (1.5%)615 (3.0%)
$20,000 to $22,499840 (3.6%)798 (3.8%)
$22,500 to $24,999900 (3.8%)923 (4.4%)
$25,000 to $29,9991,429 (6.1%)2,147 (10.3%)
$30,000 to $34,9991,285 (5.4%)1,284 (6.2%)
$35,000 to $39,9991,437 (6.1%)1,185 (5.7%)
$40,000 to $44,9991,026 (4.3%)1,163 (5.6%)
$45,000 to $49,999789 (3.4%)1,218 (5.9%)
$50,000 to $54,999953 (4.0%)1,089 (5.2%)
$55,000 to $64,9991,844 (7.8%)1,478 (7.1%)
$65,000 to $74,9991,103 (4.7%)1,036 (5.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,334 (14.1%)1,411 (6.8%)
$100,000+3,072 (13.0%)977 (4.7%)
Total23,582 (100.0%)20,794 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Melbourne

Average earnings in Melbourne are $49,105 for men and $37,432 for women, a difference of 23.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $92,889, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $23,209. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $62,279, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $24,660.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Melbourne
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$23,209$27,963
High School Diploma$33,526$24,660
College or Associate's Degree$50,368$35,545
Bachelor's Degree$69,067$44,498
Graduate Degree$92,889$62,279
Total$49,105$37,432

Family Income in Melbourne

Family Income Brackets in Melbourne

According to the Melbourne family income data, there are 4,066 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.7% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 550 families (2.8%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Melbourne
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0008254.2%
$10,000 to $14,9995502.8%
$15,000 to $24,9991,0615.4%
$25,000 to $34,9991,2186.2%
$35,000 to $49,9992,22011.3%
$50,000 to $74,9994,06620.7%
$75,000 to $99,9992,77014.1%
$100,000 to $149,9994,06620.7%
$150,000 to $199,9991,6898.6%
$200,000+1,1796.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Melbourne

3-person families (4,406 | 22.4%) account for the highest median family income in Melbourne with $93,426 per family, while 2-person families (10,990 | 55.9%) have the highest median income of $34,660 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Melbourne
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families10,990 (55.9%)$69,320
3-Person Families4,406 (22.4%)$93,426
4-Person Families2,389 (12.2%)$72,328
5-Person Families1,055 (5.4%)$72,615
6-Person Families588 (3.0%)$75,658
7+ Person Families215 (1.1%)$65,133
Total19,643 (100.0%)$74,196

Family Income by Number of Earners in Melbourne

The median family income in Melbourne is $74,196, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,626) having the highest median family income of $128,676, while families with no earners (3,593) have the lowest median family income of $47,295, accounting for 8.3% and 18.3% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Melbourne
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners3,593 (18.3%)$47,295
1 Earner6,849 (34.9%)$58,444
2 Earners7,575 (38.6%)$102,659
3+ Earners1,626 (8.3%)$128,676
Total19,643 (100.0%)$74,196

Household Income in Melbourne

Household Income Brackets in Melbourne

With 6,556 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Melbourne, accounting for 18.5% of all households. In contrast, only 1,736 households (4.9%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Melbourne
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001,9145.4%
$10,000 to $14,9991,8075.1%
$15,000 to $24,9993,4739.8%
$25,000 to $34,9993,0128.5%
$35,000 to $49,9994,64213.1%
$50,000 to $74,9996,55618.5%
$75,000 to $99,9994,53612.8%
$100,000 to $149,9995,63515.9%
$150,000 to $199,9992,1626.1%
$200,000+1,7364.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Melbourne

The median household income in Melbourne is $60,917, with the highest median household income of $71,342 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 12,079 households (34.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $43,835, with 1,637 households (4.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Melbourne
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years1,637 (4.6%)$43,835
25 to 44 Years10,005 (28.2%)$69,567
45 to 64 Years12,079 (34.1%)$71,342
65+ Years11,717 (33.1%)$45,598
Total35,438 (100.0%)$60,917

Poverty in Melbourne

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Melbourne

With 14.8% poverty level for males and 15.4% for females among the residents of Melbourne, 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 117 males (34.5%) and 74 females (29.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Melbourne
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years440 (26.5%)548 (24.7%)
5 Years117 (34.5%)106 (19.5%)
6 to 11 Years515 (21.1%)519 (22.5%)
12 to 14 Years316 (23.8%)267 (21.4%)
15 Years46 (15.0%)74 (29.5%)
16 and 17 Years282 (29.1%)161 (17.2%)
18 to 24 Years947 (24.0%)626 (22.8%)
25 to 34 Years859 (15.0%)1,259 (20.5%)
35 to 44 Years650 (13.3%)342 (8.5%)
45 to 54 Years630 (13.3%)739 (15.2%)
55 to 64 Years448 (7.5%)858 (13.1%)
65 to 74 Years478 (10.8%)462 (8.5%)
75 Years and over161 (5.4%)521 (11.2%)
Total5,889 (14.8%)6,482 (15.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Melbourne

According to the poverty statistics in Melbourne, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 35 to 44 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 94.6% of males and 91.5% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Melbourne
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,218 (73.5%)1,670 (75.3%)
5 Years222 (65.5%)439 (80.5%)
6 to 11 Years1,925 (78.9%)1,786 (77.5%)
12 to 14 Years1,009 (76.1%)979 (78.6%)
15 Years260 (85.0%)177 (70.5%)
16 and 17 Years688 (70.9%)774 (82.8%)
18 to 24 Years3,000 (76.0%)2,115 (77.2%)
25 to 34 Years4,881 (85.0%)4,884 (79.5%)
35 to 44 Years4,243 (86.7%)3,702 (91.5%)
45 to 54 Years4,094 (86.7%)4,136 (84.8%)
55 to 64 Years5,482 (92.4%)5,675 (86.9%)
65 to 74 Years3,931 (89.2%)4,995 (91.5%)
75 Years and over2,837 (94.6%)4,148 (88.8%)
Total33,790 (85.2%)35,480 (84.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Melbourne

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Melbourne show that 7.3% or 1,009 of the total 13,766 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 39.4%, comprising of 41 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.4%, which includes 308 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Melbourne
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children8,811 (96.6%)308 (3.4%)
1 or 2 Children3,280 (92.0%)284 (8.0%)
3 or 4 Children603 (61.6%)376 (38.4%)
5 or more Children63 (60.6%)41 (39.4%)
Total12,757 (92.7%)1,009 (7.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Melbourne

According to the poverty data in Melbourne, 7.9% or 127 single-father households and 21.6% or 920 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 95 households (13.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 224 households (56.6%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Melbourne
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children95 (13.3%)364 (18.2%)
1 or 2 Children32 (3.6%)332 (17.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)224 (56.6%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total127 (7.9%)920 (21.6%)

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

The poverty data for Melbourne shows that 1,009 of the married-couple family households (7.3%) and 1,047 of the single-parent households (17.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 41 households (39.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 224 household (53.2%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Melbourne
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children308 (3.4%)459 (16.9%)
1 or 2 Children284 (8.0%)364 (13.3%)
3 or 4 Children376 (38.4%)224 (53.2%)
5 or more Children41 (39.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,009 (7.3%)1,047 (17.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Melbourne

Employment by Class of Employer in Melbourne

Among the 39,116 employed individuals in Melbourne, private company employees (27,796 | 71.1%), not-for-profit organizations (3,292 | 8.4%), and local government employees (2,198 | 5.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Melbourne
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees27,79671.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1,8094.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1,6744.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations3,2928.4%
Local Government Employees2,1985.6%
State Government Employees5371.4%
Federal Government Employees1,7004.3%
Unpaid Family Workers1100.3%
Total39,116100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Melbourne

According to the labor force statistics for Melbourne, out of the total population over 16 years of age (72,070), 58.6% or 42,233 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 1,943 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 87.2% or 5,362 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.5% or 142 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Melbourne
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years1,356 (30.3%)142 (10.5%)
20 to 24 Years4,482 (72.4%)179 (4.0%)
25 to 29 Years5,362 (87.2%)204 (3.8%)
30 to 34 Years4,606 (79.6%)258 (5.6%)
35 to 44 Years7,652 (85.4%)230 (3.0%)
45 to 54 Years7,641 (79.5%)627 (8.2%)
55 to 59 Years4,792 (73.7%)177 (3.7%)
60 to 64 Years3,692 (60.4%)44 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years2,227 (22.2%)85 (3.8%)
75 Years and over421 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total42,233 (58.6%)1,943 (4.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Melbourne

According to labor force statistics for Melbourne, 78.3% of individuals (33,763) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (43,120) are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 1,553 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 84.3% or 12,450 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.8% or 99 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Melbourne
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School1,711 (59.3%)167 (5.8%)
High School Diploma7,303 (71.6%)581 (5.7%)
College / Associate Degree12,273 (80.4%)794 (5.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher12,450 (84.3%)473 (3.2%)
Total33,763 (78.3%)1,984 (4.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Melbourne

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Melbourne are Computers, Engineering & Science (4,460 | 11.2%), Community & Social Service (3,577 | 9.0%), Management (3,525 | 8.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (2,984 | 7.5%), and Architecture & Engineering (2,048 | 5.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Melbourne

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Melbourne, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (81.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (80.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (79.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (80.3%), Health Technologists (80.0%), and Legal Services & Support (76.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Melbourne
OccupationMaleFemale
Management2,027 (57.5%)1,498 (42.5%)
Business & Financial822 (45.4%)990 (54.6%)
Computers, Engineering & Science3,568 (80.0%)892 (20.0%)
Computers & Mathematics1,646 (81.5%)374 (18.5%)
Architecture & Engineering1,637 (79.9%)411 (20.1%)
Life, Physical & Social Science285 (72.7%)107 (27.3%)
Community & Social Service 1,120 (31.3%)2,457 (68.7%)
Education, Arts & Media195 (27.8%)507 (72.2%)
Legal Services & Support71 (23.1%)237 (76.9%)
Education Instruction & Library464 (24.3%)1,449 (75.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment390 (59.6%)264 (40.4%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating587 (19.7%)2,397 (80.3%)
Health Technologists374 (20.0%)1,493 (80.0%)
Total (Category)8,124 (49.7%)8,234 (50.3%)
Total (Overall)21,091 (52.8%)18,847 (47.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Melbourne are Food Preparation & Serving (2,999 | 7.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (1,417 | 3.5%), Healthcare Support (1,314 | 3.3%), Personal Care & Service (1,092 | 2.7%), and Security & Protection (831 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations in Melbourne

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Melbourne, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (83.7%), Security & Protection (75.6%), and Law Enforcement (70.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (89.4%), Personal Care & Service (75.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (49.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Melbourne
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support139 (10.6%)1,175 (89.4%)
Security & Protection628 (75.6%)203 (24.4%)
Firefighting & Prevention282 (83.7%)55 (16.3%)
Law Enforcement346 (70.0%)148 (30.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving1,526 (50.9%)1,473 (49.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance892 (62.9%)525 (37.0%)
Personal Care & Service267 (24.4%)825 (75.5%)
Total (Category)3,452 (45.1%)4,201 (54.9%)
Total (Overall)21,091 (52.8%)18,847 (47.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Melbourne are Office & Administration (4,444 | 11.1%), and Sales & Related (3,978 | 10.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Melbourne

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Melbourne
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related1,892 (47.6%)2,086 (52.4%)
Office & Administration1,450 (32.6%)2,994 (67.4%)
Total (Category)3,342 (39.7%)5,080 (60.3%)
Total (Overall)21,091 (52.8%)18,847 (47.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Melbourne are Construction & Extraction (1,904 | 4.8%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (1,241 | 3.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (64 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Melbourne

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Melbourne
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry62 (96.9%)2 (3.1%)
Construction & Extraction1,840 (96.6%)64 (3.4%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair1,212 (97.7%)29 (2.3%)
Total (Category)3,114 (97.0%)95 (3.0%)
Total (Overall)21,091 (52.8%)18,847 (47.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Melbourne are Production (1,871 | 4.7%), Material Moving (1,457 | 3.6%), and Transportation (968 | 2.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Melbourne

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Melbourne
OccupationMaleFemale
Production1,184 (63.3%)687 (36.7%)
Transportation746 (77.1%)222 (22.9%)
Material Moving1,129 (77.5%)328 (22.5%)
Total (Category)3,059 (71.2%)1,237 (28.8%)
Total (Overall)21,091 (52.8%)18,847 (47.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Melbourne

Employment Industries in Melbourne

The major employment industries in Melbourne include Retail Trade (5,081 | 12.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (5,079 | 12.7%), Manufacturing (4,721 | 11.8%), Professional & Scientific (3,799 | 9.5%), and Accommodation & Food Services (3,681 | 9.2%).
Employment Industries in Melbourne

Employment Industries by Sex in Melbourne

The Melbourne industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (98.3%), and Utilities (87.6%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (80.6%), and Educational Services (65.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Melbourne
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting113 (98.3%)2 (1.7%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction2,420 (86.3%)385 (13.7%)
Manufacturing3,435 (72.8%)1,286 (27.2%)
Wholesale Trade426 (63.9%)241 (36.1%)
Retail Trade2,497 (49.1%)2,584 (50.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing1,285 (77.5%)374 (22.5%)
Utilities71 (87.6%)10 (12.3%)
Information231 (67.9%)109 (32.1%)
Finance & Insurance563 (36.3%)986 (63.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing410 (43.2%)540 (56.8%)
Professional & Scientific2,197 (57.8%)1,602 (42.2%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)65 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support1,107 (64.8%)602 (35.2%)
Educational Services980 (34.2%)1,888 (65.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance987 (19.4%)4,092 (80.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation437 (41.4%)618 (58.6%)
Accommodation & Food Services1,824 (49.5%)1,857 (50.4%)
Public Administration1,226 (65.7%)639 (34.3%)
Total21,091 (52.8%)18,847 (47.2%)

Education in Melbourne

School Enrollment in Melbourne

The most common levels of schooling among the 18,966 students in Melbourne are college / undergraduate (5,726 | 30.2%), middle school (3,457 | 18.2%), and elementary school (3,124 | 16.5%).
School Enrollment in Melbourne
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool9625.1%
Kindergarten1,0315.4%
Elementary School3,12416.5%
Middle School3,45718.2%
High School3,10216.4%
College / Undergraduate5,72630.2%
Graduate / Professional1,5648.3%
Total18,966100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Melbourne

Out of a total of 18,966 students who are enrolled in schools in Melbourne, 6,145 (32.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 12,821 (67.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 1,264 (69.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 3,648 (83.2% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Melbourne
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds570 (69.7%)248 (30.3%)
5 to 9 Year Old2,856 (76.9%)857 (23.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds3,648 (83.2%)736 (16.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds2,029 (80.2%)501 (19.8%)
18 to 19 Year Olds548 (30.2%)1,264 (69.8%)
20 to 24 Year Olds1,417 (54.7%)1,173 (45.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds913 (48.9%)953 (51.1%)
35 Years and over831 (66.3%)422 (33.7%)
Total12,821 (67.6%)6,145 (32.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Melbourne

Business (3,981 | 18.9%), engineering (3,433 | 16.3%), science & technology (2,360 | 11.2%), education (2,243 | 10.6%), and arts & humanities (1,239 | 5.9%) are the most common fields of study among 21,116 individuals in Melbourne who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Melbourne
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1,0915.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural8714.1%
Physical & Health Sciences8574.1%
Psychology8754.1%
Social Sciences1,1535.5%
Engineering3,43316.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies2921.4%
Science & Technology2,36011.2%
Business3,98118.9%
Education2,24310.6%
Literature & Languages5472.6%
Liberal Arts & History6603.1%
Visual & Performing Arts8424.0%
Communications6723.2%
Arts & Humanities1,2395.9%
Total21,116100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Melbourne

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Melbourne

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Melbourne are males with 2 vehicles (9,616, accounting for 46.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (7,423, making up 53.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Melbourne
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle728 (3.5%)771 (4.3%)
1 Vehicle5,365 (25.8%)4,716 (26.3%)
2 Vehicles9,616 (46.3%)7,423 (41.4%)
3 Vehicles3,543 (17.0%)3,551 (19.8%)
4 Vehicles1,285 (6.2%)1,380 (7.7%)
5 or more Vehicles254 (1.2%)98 (0.5%)
Total20,791 (100.0%)17,939 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Melbourne

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Melbourne are 15 to 19 minutes (7,547 commuters, 21.7%), 20 to 24 minutes (5,849 commuters, 16.8%), and 10 to 14 minutes (4,731 commuters, 13.6%).
Commute Time in Melbourne
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes9882.8%
5 to 9 Minutes4,19412.1%
10 to 14 Minutes4,73113.6%
15 to 19 Minutes7,54721.7%
20 to 24 Minutes5,84916.8%
25 to 29 Minutes2,5707.4%
30 to 34 Minutes4,01111.5%
35 to 39 Minutes5921.7%
40 to 44 Minutes9692.8%
45 to 59 Minutes1,3313.8%
60 to 89 Minutes1,1703.4%
90 or more Minutes7942.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Melbourne

The most common commute times in Melbourne are 15 to 19 minutes (4,080 commuters, 21.6%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (3,467 commuters, 21.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Melbourne
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes468 (2.5%)520 (3.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes2,063 (10.9%)2,131 (13.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes2,944 (15.6%)1,787 (11.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes4,080 (21.6%)3,467 (21.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes2,770 (14.7%)3,079 (19.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes1,452 (7.7%)1,118 (7.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes1,945 (10.3%)2,066 (13.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes427 (2.3%)165 (1.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes609 (3.2%)360 (2.3%)
45 to 59 Minutes761 (4.0%)570 (3.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes875 (4.6%)295 (1.9%)
90 or more Minutes500 (2.6%)294 (1.8%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Melbourne

The most frequent times of departure to work in Melbourne are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (3,330, 17.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (2,503, 15.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Melbourne
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM807 (4.3%)289 (1.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM790 (4.2%)279 (1.8%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM1,630 (8.6%)313 (2.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM1,433 (7.6%)1,182 (7.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM1,773 (9.4%)1,223 (7.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM3,330 (17.6%)2,480 (15.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM2,816 (14.9%)2,503 (15.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM1,417 (7.5%)2,426 (15.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM1,175 (6.2%)1,200 (7.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM920 (4.9%)1,404 (8.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM634 (3.4%)295 (1.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM121 (0.6%)147 (0.9%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM966 (5.1%)1,038 (6.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM1,082 (5.7%)1,073 (6.8%)
Total18,894 (100.0%)15,852 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Melbourne

Occupancy by Ownership in Melbourne

Of the total 35,438 dwellings in Melbourne, owner-occupied units account for 20,849 (58.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 14,589 (41.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Melbourne
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units20,84958.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units14,58941.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units35,438100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Melbourne

Occupancy by Household Size in Melbourne
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household12,83736.2%
2-Person Household12,45535.1%
3-Person Household5,35315.1%
4+ Person Household4,79313.5%
Total Housing Units35,438100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Melbourne

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Melbourne
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household6,608 (51.5%)6,229 (48.5%)
2-Person Household8,350 (67.0%)4,105 (33.0%)
3-Person Household3,131 (58.5%)2,222 (41.5%)
4+ Person Household2,760 (57.6%)2,033 (42.4%)
Total Housing Units20,849 (58.8%)14,589 (41.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Melbourne

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Melbourne
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School859 (42.8%)1,149 (57.2%)
High School Diploma4,501 (53.1%)3,978 (46.9%)
College/Associate Degree7,625 (62.4%)4,604 (37.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher7,864 (61.8%)4,858 (38.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Melbourne

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Melbourne
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years7,04019.9%
35 to 44 Years4,60213.0%
45 to 54 Years4,86613.7%
55 to 64 Years7,21320.3%
65 to 74 Years6,06417.1%
75 to 84 Years3,53910.0%
85 Years and Over2,1146.0%
Total35,438100.0%

Housing Finances in Melbourne

Median Income by Occupancy in Melbourne

Median Income by Occupancy in Melbourne
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied20,849 (58.8%)$74,208
Renter-Occupied14,589 (41.2%)$44,845
Average35,438 (100.0%)$60,917

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Melbourne

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Melbourne
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000401 (1.9%)780 (5.3%)
$5,000 to $9,999331 (1.6%)409 (2.8%)
$10,000 to $14,999521 (2.5%)1,300 (8.9%)
$15,000 to $19,999963 (4.6%)812 (5.6%)
$20,000 to $24,999787 (3.8%)895 (6.1%)
$25,000 to $34,9991,332 (6.4%)1,663 (11.4%)
$35,000 to $49,9992,608 (12.5%)2,018 (13.8%)
$50,000 to $74,9993,555 (17.1%)2,989 (20.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,707 (13.0%)1,814 (12.4%)
$100,000 to $149,9994,292 (20.6%)1,357 (9.3%)
$150,000 or more3,352 (16.1%)552 (3.8%)
Total20,849 (100.0%)14,589 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Melbourne

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Melbourne
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3001,877 (9.0%)364 (2.5%)
$300 to $4992,832 (13.6%)366 (2.5%)
$500 to $7993,506 (16.8%)1,150 (7.9%)
$800 to $9991,501 (7.2%)1,106 (7.6%)
$1,000 to $1,4994,479 (21.5%)6,832 (46.8%)
$1,500 to $1,9993,800 (18.2%)3,313 (22.7%)
$2,000 to $2,4991,320 (6.3%)588 (4.0%)
$2,500 to $2,999703 (3.4%)302 (2.1%)
$3,000 or more831 (4.0%)215 (1.5%)
Total20,849 (100.0%)14,589 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Melbourne

Housing Structures in Melbourne

Housing Structures in Melbourne
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached20,71858.5%
Single Unit, Attached2,0625.8%
2 Unit Apartments5961.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2,0795.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments2,7967.9%
10 or more Apartments6,13817.3%
Mobile Home / Other1,0493.0%
Total35,438100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Melbourne

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Melbourne
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached17,310 (83.6%)3,408 (16.5%)
Single Unit, Attached1,480 (71.8%)582 (28.2%)
2 Unit Apartments59 (9.9%)537 (90.1%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments360 (17.3%)1,719 (82.7%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments333 (11.9%)2,463 (88.1%)
10 or more Apartments523 (8.5%)5,615 (91.5%)
Mobile Home / Other784 (74.7%)265 (25.3%)
Total20,849 (58.8%)14,589 (41.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Melbourne

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Melbourne
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room78 (0.4%)560 (3.8%)
2 or 3 Rooms828 (4.0%)4,736 (32.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms6,553 (31.4%)6,295 (43.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms8,337 (40.0%)2,165 (14.8%)
8 or more Rooms5,053 (24.2%)833 (5.7%)
Total20,849 (100.0%)14,589 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Melbourne

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Melbourne
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas3,440 (16.5%)800 (5.5%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas223 (1.1%)95 (0.6%)
Electricity16,617 (79.7%)13,246 (90.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)11 (0.1%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels180 (0.9%)85 (0.6%)
No Fuel Used389 (1.9%)352 (2.4%)
Total20,849 (100.0%)14,589 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Melbourne

Household Vehicle Usage in Melbourne
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle995 (4.8%)2,252 (15.4%)
1 Vehicle7,588 (36.4%)7,360 (50.4%)
2 Vehicles8,554 (41.0%)4,020 (27.6%)
3 or more Vehicles3,712 (17.8%)957 (6.6%)
Total20,849 (100.0%)14,589 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Melbourne

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Melbourne

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units8,45712,392
Median Property Value$227,300$262,400
Median Household Income$55,132$2,614
Monthly Housing Costs$470$825
Real Estate Taxes$1,516$327

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Melbourne

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Melbourne
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000814 (9.6%)276 (2.2%)
$50,000 to $99,999613 (7.2%)243 (2.0%)
$100,000 to $299,9994,588 (54.2%)6,899 (55.7%)
$300,000 to $499,9991,825 (21.6%)3,643 (29.4%)
$500,000 to $749,999264 (3.1%)783 (6.3%)
$750,000 to $999,999183 (2.2%)344 (2.8%)
$1,000,000 or more170 (2.0%)204 (1.7%)
Total8,457 (100.0%)12,392 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Melbourne

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Melbourne
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000298 (3.5%)175 (1.4%)
$10,000 to $24,9991,538 (18.2%)434 (3.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999639 (7.6%)733 (5.9%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,535 (18.1%)693 (5.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,539 (18.2%)1,073 (8.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,012 (12.0%)2,016 (16.3%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,158 (13.7%)1,695 (13.7%)
$150,000 or more738 (8.7%)3,134 (25.3%)
Total8,457 (100.0%)12,392 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Melbourne

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Melbourne
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x2,037 (24.1%)92,512 (746.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x1,224 (14.5%)3,538 (28.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x1,123 (13.3%)2,825 (22.8%)
4.0x or more4,049 (47.9%)2,018 (16.3%)
Total8,457 (100.0%)12,392 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Melbourne

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Melbourne
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8002,062 (24.4%)8 (0.1%)
$800 to $1,4991,736 (20.5%)1,442 (11.6%)
$800 to $1,4993,874 (45.8%)2,831 (22.9%)
Total8,457 (100.0%)12,392 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Melbourne

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Melbourne

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Melbourne
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years4,486 (93.0%)338 (7.0%)
6 to 18 Years10,706 (94.4%)631 (5.6%)
19 to 25 Years6,741 (78.8%)1,816 (21.2%)
26 to 34 Years8,465 (81.2%)1,959 (18.8%)
35 to 44 Years7,547 (84.6%)1,376 (15.4%)
45 to 54 Years8,102 (84.4%)1,497 (15.6%)
55 to 64 Years11,151 (89.5%)1,312 (10.5%)
65 to 74 Years9,823 (99.6%)43 (0.4%)
75 Years and older7,667 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total74,688 (89.3%)8,972 (10.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Melbourne

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Melbourne
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born4,486 (93.0%)338 (7.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen10,706 (94.4%)631 (5.6%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen6,741 (78.8%)1,816 (21.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Melbourne

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Melbourne
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00010,638 (85.7%)1,773 (14.3%)
$25,000 to $49,99912,758 (82.7%)2,665 (17.3%)
$50,000 to $74,99913,896 (90.8%)1,408 (9.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9999,926 (89.1%)1,219 (10.9%)
$100,000 and over25,116 (93.5%)1,758 (6.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Melbourne

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Melbourne
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 62,300 (47.7%)2,421 (50.2%)
6 to 18 Years4,799 (42.3%)6,255 (55.2%)
19 to 25 Years892 (10.4%)6,021 (70.4%)
25 to 34 Years1,790 (17.2%)7,081 (67.9%)
35 to 44 Years1,074 (12.0%)6,733 (75.5%)
45 to 54 Years1,744 (18.2%)6,887 (71.8%)
55 to 64 Years2,801 (22.5%)9,635 (77.3%)
65 to 74 Years9,496 (96.3%)4,606 (46.7%)
75 Years and over7,640 (99.7%)4,294 (56.0%)
Total32,536 (38.9%)53,933 (64.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Melbourne

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Melbourne
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years22 (1.3%)90 (3.9%)
5 to 17 Years627 (11.1%)320 (5.9%)
18 to 34 Years934 (8.6%)843 (9.0%)
35 to 64 Years2,286 (14.7%)2,338 (15.1%)
65 to 74 Years1,380 (31.3%)1,279 (23.4%)
75 Years and over1,433 (47.8%)2,235 (47.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Melbourne

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Melbourne: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years22 (1.3%)60 (2.6%)
5 to 17 Years71 (1.3%)52 (1.0%)
18 to 34 Years60 (0.6%)65 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years476 (3.1%)409 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years422 (9.6%)169 (3.1%)
75 Years and over771 (25.7%)855 (18.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Melbourne: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)30 (1.3%)
5 to 17 Years144 (2.5%)30 (0.5%)
18 to 34 Years139 (1.3%)272 (2.9%)
35 to 64 Years267 (1.7%)402 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years253 (5.7%)221 (4.1%)
75 Years and over216 (7.2%)345 (7.4%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Melbourne: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years488 (8.6%)279 (5.2%)
18 to 34 Years631 (5.8%)453 (4.9%)
35 to 64 Years905 (5.8%)797 (5.2%)
65 to 74 Years298 (6.8%)358 (6.6%)
75 Years and over331 (11.0%)461 (9.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Melbourne: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)61 (1.1%)
18 to 34 Years85 (0.8%)182 (1.9%)
35 to 64 Years1,236 (8.0%)1,589 (10.3%)
65 to 74 Years815 (18.5%)913 (16.7%)
75 Years and over895 (29.8%)1,653 (35.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Melbourne: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years148 (2.6%)51 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years98 (0.9%)175 (1.9%)
35 to 64 Years538 (3.5%)501 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years304 (6.9%)314 (5.8%)
75 Years and over137 (4.6%)535 (11.5%)

Technology Access in Melbourne

Computing Device Access in Melbourne

Computing Device Access in Melbourne
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop28,67580.9%
Smartphone30,74686.8%
Tablet22,58063.7%
No Computing Device2,1656.1%
Total35,438100.0%

Internet Access in Melbourne

Internet Access in Melbourne
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet610.2%
Broadband Home26,97876.1%
Cellular Data Only3,2849.3%
Satellite Internet2,0715.8%
No Internet4,01611.3%
Total35,438100.0%

Melbourne Summary

Melbourne, Florida is a city located in Brevard County, on the east coast of the state. It is part of the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city has a population of 78,945 as of the 2019 census, making it the second-largest city in Brevard County.

History

The area that is now Melbourne was originally inhabited by the Ais Indians, who were part of the Seminole tribe. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 1700s, and the city was officially founded in 1867. The city was named after Melbourne, Australia, which was named after the British Prime Minister of the time, William Lamb, 2nd Viscount Melbourne.
The city was initially a farming community, but it began to grow in the late 1800s when the Florida East Coast Railway was built through the area. This allowed for the development of the citrus industry, which was a major part of the city’s economy for many years.
In the early 1900s, the city began to develop as a tourist destination, and it was incorporated in 1923. The city continued to grow throughout the 20th century, and it is now a major hub for technology, aerospace, and defense industries.

Geography

Melbourne is located on the east coast of Florida, about 50 miles southeast of Orlando. The city is situated on the Indian River Lagoon, which is part of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. The city covers an area of 33.2 square miles, and it is bordered by the cities of Palm Bay and Titusville to the north, and the cities of West Melbourne and Indialantic to the south.
The city has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average temperature in the summer is around 90°F, and the average temperature in the winter is around 60°F.

Economy

Melbourne’s economy is largely based on the aerospace and defense industries. The city is home to the headquarters of Harris Corporation, a major defense contractor, and the Melbourne International Airport, which is a major hub for the aerospace industry.
The city is also home to several major employers, including the Brevard County Public Schools, Health First, and the Brevard County government. The city also has a thriving tourism industry, with several popular attractions, such as the Brevard Zoo, the Brevard Museum of Art and Science, and the Melbourne Square Mall.

Demographics

As of the 2019 census, the population of Melbourne was 78,945. The city has a diverse population, with a mix of races and ethnicities. The largest racial group is White (63.2%), followed by Black or African American (17.2%), Hispanic or Latino (14.2%), and Asian (3.7%).
The median household income in Melbourne is $50,845, and the median home value is $179,400. The city has a high rate of homeownership, with 73.2% of residents owning their homes. The city also has a high rate of educational attainment, with 87.2% of residents having at least a high school diploma and 33.2% having a bachelor’s degree or higher.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Melbourne?
Total Population of Melbourne is 84,982.
What is the Total Male Population of Melbourne?
Total Male Population of Melbourne is 41,662.
What is the Total Female Population of Melbourne?
Total Female Population of Melbourne is 43,320.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Melbourne?
There are 96.17 Males per 100 Females in Melbourne.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Melbourne?
There are 103.98 Females per 100 Males in Melbourne.
What is the Median Population Age in Melbourne?
Median Population Age in Melbourne is 42.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Melbourne
Average Family Size in Melbourne is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Melbourne
Average Household Size in Melbourne is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Melbourne?
Per Capita income in Melbourne is $34,236.
What is the Median Family Income in Melbourne?
Median Family Income in Melbourne is $74,196.
What is the Median Household income in Melbourne?
Median Household Income in Melbourne is $60,917.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Melbourne?
Income or Wage Gap in Melbourne is 22.4%.
Women in Melbourne earn 77.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Melbourne?
Family Income Deficit in Melbourne is $12,496.
Families that are below poverty line in Melbourne earn $12,496 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Melbourne?
Inequality or Gini Index in Melbourne is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Melbourne?
There are 42,233 People in the Labor Forcein in Melbourne.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Melbourne?
58.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Melbourne.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Melbourne?
Unemployment Rate in Melbourne is 4.6%.