Blairstown, IA

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Blairstown Overview

705
TOTAL POPULATION
373
MALE POPULATION
332
FEMALE POPULATION
112.35
MALES / 100 FEMALES
89.01
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.2
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,778
PER CAPITA INCOME
$78,558
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$66,750
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
20.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
79.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
439
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
78.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Blairstown Zip Codes

Blairstown Area Codes

Race in Blairstown

The most populous races in Blairstown are White / Caucasian (658 | 93.3%), Hispanic or Latino (23 | 3.3%), and Some other Race (23 | 3.3%).
Race in Blairstown
Race# Population% Population
Asian71.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino233.3%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian65893.3%
Two or more Races172.4%
Some other Race233.3%
Total705100.0%

Ancestry in Blairstown

The most populous ancestries reported in Blairstown are German (215 | 30.5%), Irish (104 | 14.7%), American (49 | 7.0%), English (29 | 4.1%), and Danish (25 | 3.5%), together accounting for 59.9% of all Blairstown residents.
Ancestry in Blairstown
Ancestry# Population% Population
American497.0%
Belgian20.3%
Burmese71.0%
Czech172.4%
Danish253.5%
Dutch121.7%
English294.1%
European20.3%
French10.1%
German21530.5%
Greek50.7%
Indian (Asian)40.6%
Irish10414.7%
Italian142.0%
Mexican233.3%
Norwegian172.4%
Polish40.6%
Potawatomi10.1%
Scottish91.3%
Swedish50.7%
Welsh20.3%
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Immigrants in Blairstown

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Blairstown came from Central America (14 | 2.0%), Latin America (14 | 2.0%), Mexico (14 | 2.0%), Europe (5 | 0.7%), and Greece (5 | 0.7%), together accounting for 7.4% of all Blairstown residents.
Immigrants in Blairstown
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia40.6%
Central America142.0%
China20.3%
Eastern Asia20.3%
Europe50.7%
Greece50.7%
Latin America142.0%
Mexico142.0%
Philippines20.3%
South Eastern Asia20.3%
Southern Europe50.7%
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Sex and Age in Blairstown

Sex and Age in Blairstown

The most populous age groups in Blairstown are 30 to 34 Years (55 | 14.7%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (40 | 12.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Blairstown
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years49 (13.1%)27 (8.1%)
5 to 9 Years13 (3.5%)22 (6.6%)
10 to 14 Years22 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years13 (3.5%)12 (3.6%)
20 to 24 Years19 (5.1%)20 (6.0%)
25 to 29 Years35 (9.4%)40 (12.0%)
30 to 34 Years55 (14.7%)20 (6.0%)
35 to 39 Years17 (4.6%)12 (3.6%)
40 to 44 Years31 (8.3%)35 (10.5%)
45 to 49 Years21 (5.6%)5 (1.5%)
50 to 54 Years9 (2.4%)27 (8.1%)
55 to 59 Years21 (5.6%)40 (12.0%)
60 to 64 Years27 (7.2%)12 (3.6%)
65 to 69 Years5 (1.3%)10 (3.0%)
70 to 74 Years8 (2.1%)20 (6.0%)
75 to 79 Years18 (4.8%)12 (3.6%)
80 to 84 Years5 (1.3%)12 (3.6%)
85 Years and over5 (1.3%)6 (1.8%)
Total373 (100.0%)332 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Blairstown

Median Family Size in Blairstown

The median family size in Blairstown is 2.83 persons per family, with married-couple families (157 | 81.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.87 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (14 | 7.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.57 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Blairstown
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple157 (81.4%)2.87
Single Male/Father14 (7.2%)2.57
Single Female/Mother22 (11.4%)2.77
Total Families193 (100.0%)2.83

Median Household Size in Blairstown

The median household size in Blairstown is 2.51 persons per household, with single female/mother households (22 | 7.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.41 persons per household. non-family households (88 | 31.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Blairstown
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple157 (55.9%)2.92
Single Male/Father14 (5.0%)3.14
Single Female/Mother22 (7.8%)4.41
Non-family88 (31.3%)1.20
Total Households281 (100.0%)2.51

Household Size by Marriage Status in Blairstown

Out of a total of 281 households in Blairstown, 193 (68.7%) are family households, while 88 (31.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 102, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 66.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Blairstown
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-66 (23.5%)
2-Person Households102 (36.3%)22 (7.8%)
3-Person Households45 (16.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households15 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households23 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households8 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total193 (68.7%)88 (31.3%)

Female Fertility in Blairstown

Fertility by Age in Blairstown

Average fertility rate in Blairstown is 160.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years have the highest fertility rate with 250.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 87.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Blairstown
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years3 (13.0%)250.0
20 to 34 years20 (87.0%)250.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total23 (100.0%)160.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Blairstown

60.9% of women with births (23) in Blairstown 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 30.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Blairstown
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years14 (70.0%)6 (30.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total14 (60.9%)9 (39.1%)

Fertility by Education in Blairstown

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Blairstown
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma9 (39.1%)150.0
College or Associate's Degree6 (26.1%)158.0
Bachelor's Degree8 (34.8%)308.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total23 (100.0%)160.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Blairstown

39.1% of women with births in Blairstown are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Blairstown
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total14 (60.9%)9 (39.1%)

Income in Blairstown

Income Overview in Blairstown

Per Capita Income in Blairstown is $34,778, while median incomes of families and households are $78,558 and $66,750 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income705$34,778
Median Family Income193$78,558
Mean Family Income193$90,151
Median Household Income281$66,750
Mean Household Income281$82,586
Income Deficit193$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)70520.30%
Wage / Income Gap ($)70579.70¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index7050.40

Earnings by Sex in Blairstown

Average Earnings in Blairstown are $38,365, $42,083 for men and $33,542 for women, a difference of 20.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Blairstown
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male256 (54.8%)$42,083
Female211 (45.2%)$33,542
Total467 (100.0%)$38,365

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Blairstown

The most common earnings brackets in Blairstown are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (34 | 13.3%) and $10,000 to $12,499 for women (19 | 9.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Blairstown
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less24 (9.4%)8 (3.8%)
$2,500 to $4,9996 (2.3%)17 (8.1%)
$5,000 to $7,4999 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9992 (0.8%)2 (0.9%)
$10,000 to $12,4991 (0.4%)19 (9.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9994 (1.6%)15 (7.1%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)14 (6.6%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)12 (5.7%)
$20,000 to $22,4992 (0.8%)2 (0.9%)
$22,500 to $24,99919 (7.4%)4 (1.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99911 (4.3%)5 (2.4%)
$30,000 to $34,99919 (7.4%)11 (5.2%)
$35,000 to $39,99921 (8.2%)15 (7.1%)
$40,000 to $44,99920 (7.8%)15 (7.1%)
$45,000 to $49,99912 (4.7%)12 (5.7%)
$50,000 to $54,99917 (6.6%)15 (7.1%)
$55,000 to $64,99933 (12.9%)16 (7.6%)
$65,000 to $74,99911 (4.3%)11 (5.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99934 (13.3%)18 (8.5%)
$100,000+11 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total256 (100.0%)211 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Blairstown

Average earnings in Blairstown are $44,063 for men and $38,750 for women, a difference of 12.1%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $76,250, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $35,417. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $44,531, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $24,375.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Blairstown
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$48,250$24,375
College or Associate's Degree$35,417$44,531
Bachelor's Degree$76,250$41,250
Graduate Degree--
Total$44,063$38,750

Family Income in Blairstown

Family Income Brackets in Blairstown

According to the Blairstown family income data, there are 39 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.2% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Blairstown
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000126.2%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99963.1%
$25,000 to $34,999178.8%
$35,000 to $49,9992513.0%
$50,000 to $74,9992915.0%
$75,000 to $99,9993920.2%
$100,000 to $149,9993920.2%
$150,000 to $199,999157.8%
$200,000+115.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Blairstown

2-person families (119 | 61.7%) account for the highest median family income in Blairstown with $81,250 per family, while 2-person families (119 | 61.7%) have the highest median income of $40,625 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Blairstown
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families119 (61.7%)$81,250
3-Person Families35 (18.1%)$78,750
4-Person Families20 (10.4%)$79,583
5-Person Families11 (5.7%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families8 (4.2%)$0
Total193 (100.0%)$78,558

Family Income by Number of Earners in Blairstown

The median family income in Blairstown is $78,558, with families comprising 3+ earners (19) having the highest median family income of $113,125, while families with 1 earner (67) have the lowest median family income of $35,313, accounting for 9.8% and 34.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Blairstown
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners12 (6.2%)$81,667
1 Earner67 (34.7%)$35,313
2 Earners95 (49.2%)$103,125
3+ Earners19 (9.8%)$113,125
Total193 (100.0%)$78,558

Household Income in Blairstown

Household Income Brackets in Blairstown

With 46 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Blairstown, accounting for 16.4% of all households. In contrast, only 3 households (1.1%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Blairstown
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00031.1%
$10,000 to $14,99982.8%
$15,000 to $24,9993412.1%
$25,000 to $34,999269.3%
$35,000 to $49,9993813.5%
$50,000 to $74,9994214.9%
$75,000 to $99,9994616.4%
$100,000 to $149,9994616.4%
$150,000 to $199,999279.6%
$200,000+113.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Blairstown

The median household income in Blairstown is $66,750, with the highest median household income of $110,625 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 83 households (29.5%) 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 11 households (3.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Blairstown
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years11 (3.9%)$0
25 to 44 Years114 (40.6%)$65,833
45 to 64 Years83 (29.5%)$110,625
65+ Years73 (26.0%)$35,313
Total281 (100.0%)$66,750

Poverty in Blairstown

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Blairstown

With 12.0% poverty level for males and 13.9% for females among the residents of Blairstown, under 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 21 males (51.2%) and 1 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Blairstown
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years21 (51.2%)4 (14.8%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years1 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)1 (16.7%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)15 (60.0%)
25 to 34 Years13 (14.4%)11 (18.3%)
35 to 44 Years9 (18.8%)11 (23.4%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)2 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)1 (3.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total44 (12.0%)46 (13.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Blairstown

According to the poverty statistics in Blairstown, males aged 5 years and females aged 6 to 11 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Blairstown
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years20 (48.8%)23 (85.2%)
5 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years21 (95.5%)22 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)5 (83.3%)
18 to 24 Years24 (100.0%)10 (40.0%)
25 to 34 Years77 (85.6%)49 (81.7%)
35 to 44 Years39 (81.2%)36 (76.6%)
45 to 54 Years30 (100.0%)32 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years48 (100.0%)50 (96.2%)
65 to 74 Years13 (100.0%)29 (96.7%)
75 Years and over28 (100.0%)30 (100.0%)
Total321 (87.9%)286 (86.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Blairstown

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Blairstown show that 1.3% or 2 of the total 157 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 10.5%, comprising of 2 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Blairstown
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children108 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children17 (89.5%)2 (10.5%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total155 (98.7%)2 (1.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Blairstown

According to the poverty data in Blairstown, 42.9% or 6 single-father households and 45.5% or 10 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (42.9%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (52.6%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Blairstown
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children6 (42.9%)10 (52.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (42.9%)10 (45.5%)

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

The poverty data for Blairstown shows that 2 of the married-couple family households (1.3%) and 16 of the single-parent households (44.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (10.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 16 household (48.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Blairstown
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)16 (48.5%)
3 or 4 Children2 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2 (1.3%)16 (44.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Blairstown

Employment by Class of Employer in Blairstown

Among the 419 employed individuals in Blairstown, private company employees (329 | 78.5%), self-employed (not incorporated) (35 | 8.4%), and local government employees (15 | 3.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Blairstown
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees32978.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)92.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)358.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations133.1%
Local Government Employees153.6%
State Government Employees51.2%
Federal Government Employees133.1%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total419100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Blairstown

According to the labor force statistics for Blairstown, out of the total population over 16 years of age (563), 78.0% or 439 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.6% or 16 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 39 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 11.3% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Blairstown
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years5 (31.3%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years71 (94.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years71 (94.7%)8 (11.3%)
35 to 44 Years92 (96.8%)5 (5.4%)
45 to 54 Years62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years59 (96.7%)3 (5.1%)
60 to 64 Years31 (79.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years9 (20.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total439 (78.0%)16 (3.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Blairstown

According to labor force statistics for Blairstown, 94.8% of individuals (386) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (407) are in the labor force, with 4.1% or 16 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 100.0% or 71 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.9% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Blairstown
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School20 (80.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma159 (97.5%)8 (5.0%)
College / Associate Degree136 (91.9%)9 (5.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher71 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total386 (94.8%)17 (4.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Blairstown

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Blairstown are Community & Social Service (41 | 9.7%), Management (30 | 7.1%), Education Instruction & Library (28 | 6.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (23 | 5.4%), and Business & Financial (21 | 5.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Blairstown

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Blairstown, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Blairstown
OccupationMaleFemale
Management24 (80.0%)6 (20.0%)
Business & Financial8 (38.1%)13 (61.9%)
Computers, Engineering & Science7 (70.0%)3 (30.0%)
Computers & Mathematics2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 11 (26.8%)30 (73.2%)
Education, Arts & Media2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Total (Category)50 (40.0%)75 (60.0%)
Total (Overall)221 (52.2%)202 (47.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Blairstown are Food Preparation & Serving (24 | 5.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (22 | 5.2%), Personal Care & Service (15 | 3.5%), Security & Protection (11 | 2.6%), and Firefighting & Prevention (11 | 2.6%).
Services Occupations in Blairstown

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Blairstown, the most male-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (62.5%), Personal Care & Service (60.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (50.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Security & Protection (90.9%), and Firefighting & Prevention (90.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Blairstown
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Security & Protection1 (9.1%)10 (90.9%)
Firefighting & Prevention1 (9.1%)10 (90.9%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving15 (62.5%)9 (37.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance11 (50.0%)11 (50.0%)
Personal Care & Service9 (60.0%)6 (40.0%)
Total (Category)36 (48.0%)39 (52.0%)
Total (Overall)221 (52.2%)202 (47.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Blairstown are Office & Administration (44 | 10.4%), and Sales & Related (38 | 9.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Blairstown

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Blairstown
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related15 (39.5%)23 (60.5%)
Office & Administration5 (11.4%)39 (88.6%)
Total (Category)20 (24.4%)62 (75.6%)
Total (Overall)221 (52.2%)202 (47.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Blairstown are Construction & Extraction (29 | 6.9%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (23 | 5.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (10 | 2.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Blairstown

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Blairstown
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction27 (93.1%)2 (6.9%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)60 (96.8%)2 (3.2%)
Total (Overall)221 (52.2%)202 (47.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Blairstown are Material Moving (40 | 9.5%), Production (23 | 5.4%), and Transportation (16 | 3.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Blairstown

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Blairstown
OccupationMaleFemale
Production14 (60.9%)9 (39.1%)
Transportation16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving25 (62.5%)15 (37.5%)
Total (Category)55 (69.6%)24 (30.4%)
Total (Overall)221 (52.2%)202 (47.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Blairstown

Employment Industries in Blairstown

The major employment industries in Blairstown include Manufacturing (60 | 14.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (57 | 13.5%), Construction (47 | 11.1%), Retail Trade (40 | 9.5%), and Finance & Insurance (34 | 8.0%).
Employment Industries in Blairstown

Employment Industries by Sex in Blairstown

The Blairstown industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (96.5%), and Professional & Scientific (71.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Blairstown
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction39 (83.0%)8 (17.0%)
Manufacturing38 (63.3%)22 (36.7%)
Wholesale Trade21 (65.6%)11 (34.4%)
Retail Trade14 (35.0%)26 (65.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing23 (74.2%)8 (25.8%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance16 (47.1%)18 (52.9%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific2 (28.6%)5 (71.4%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support3 (33.3%)6 (66.7%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance2 (3.5%)55 (96.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services15 (62.5%)9 (37.5%)
Public Administration4 (66.7%)2 (33.3%)
Total221 (52.2%)202 (47.7%)

Education in Blairstown

School Enrollment in Blairstown

The most common levels of schooling among the 84 students in Blairstown are elementary school (33 | 39.3%), middle school (22 | 26.2%), and high school (17 | 20.2%).
School Enrollment in Blairstown
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool44.8%
Kindergarten89.5%
Elementary School3339.3%
Middle School2226.2%
High School1720.2%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total84100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Blairstown

Out of a total of 84 students who are enrolled in schools in Blairstown, 2 (2.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 82 (97.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 2 (9.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 10 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Blairstown
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds20 (90.9%)2 (9.1%)
15 to 17 Year Olds15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total82 (97.6%)2 (2.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Blairstown

Business (18 | 19.8%), computers & mathematics (13 | 14.3%), education (13 | 14.3%), psychology (10 | 11.0%), and literature & languages (10 | 11.0%) are the most common fields of study among 91 individuals in Blairstown who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Blairstown
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1314.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural66.6%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology1011.0%
Social Sciences55.5%
Engineering22.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology66.6%
Business1819.8%
Education1314.3%
Literature & Languages1011.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts22.2%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities66.6%
Total91100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Blairstown

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Blairstown

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Blairstown are males with 3 vehicles (76, accounting for 34.4%) and females with 3 vehicles (89, making up 38.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Blairstown
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle2 (0.9%)2 (1.0%)
1 Vehicle52 (23.5%)31 (15.7%)
2 Vehicles65 (29.4%)41 (20.7%)
3 Vehicles76 (34.4%)89 (45.0%)
4 Vehicles19 (8.6%)27 (13.6%)
5 or more Vehicles7 (3.2%)8 (4.0%)
Total221 (100.0%)198 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Blairstown

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Blairstown are 30 to 34 minutes (112 commuters, 29.2%), 25 to 29 minutes (57 commuters, 14.9%), and 15 to 19 minutes (39 commuters, 10.2%).
Commute Time in Blairstown
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes133.4%
5 to 9 Minutes184.7%
10 to 14 Minutes359.1%
15 to 19 Minutes3910.2%
20 to 24 Minutes266.8%
25 to 29 Minutes5714.9%
30 to 34 Minutes11229.2%
35 to 39 Minutes195.0%
40 to 44 Minutes215.5%
45 to 59 Minutes307.8%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes133.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Blairstown

The most common commute times in Blairstown are 25 to 29 minutes (46 commuters, 23.5%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (77 commuters, 41.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Blairstown
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes9 (4.6%)4 (2.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes13 (6.6%)5 (2.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes22 (11.2%)13 (7.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes11 (5.6%)28 (15.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes24 (12.2%)2 (1.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes46 (23.5%)11 (5.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes35 (17.9%)77 (41.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes13 (6.6%)6 (3.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes10 (5.1%)11 (5.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes5 (2.5%)25 (13.4%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes8 (4.1%)5 (2.7%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Blairstown

The most frequent times of departure to work in Blairstown are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (45, 23.0%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (46, 24.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Blairstown
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM32 (16.3%)19 (10.2%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM4 (2.0%)1 (0.5%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM4 (2.0%)8 (4.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM29 (14.8%)22 (11.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM33 (16.8%)26 (13.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM45 (23.0%)46 (24.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM19 (9.7%)20 (10.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM3 (1.5%)1 (0.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)6 (3.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM4 (2.0%)3 (1.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM6 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM2 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)2 (1.1%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM15 (7.6%)33 (17.6%)
Total196 (100.0%)187 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Blairstown

Occupancy by Ownership in Blairstown

Of the total 281 dwellings in Blairstown, owner-occupied units account for 223 (79.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 58 (20.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Blairstown
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units22379.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units5820.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units281100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Blairstown

Occupancy by Household Size in Blairstown
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household6623.5%
2-Person Household12444.1%
3-Person Household4516.0%
4+ Person Household4616.4%
Total Housing Units281100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Blairstown

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Blairstown
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household53 (80.3%)13 (19.7%)
2-Person Household100 (80.6%)24 (19.4%)
3-Person Household39 (86.7%)6 (13.3%)
4+ Person Household31 (67.4%)15 (32.6%)
Total Housing Units223 (79.4%)58 (20.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Blairstown

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Blairstown
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma101 (77.1%)30 (22.9%)
College/Associate Degree80 (75.5%)26 (24.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher33 (94.3%)2 (5.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Blairstown

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Blairstown
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years7125.3%
35 to 44 Years5419.2%
45 to 54 Years3111.0%
55 to 64 Years5218.5%
65 to 74 Years227.8%
75 to 84 Years4516.0%
85 Years and Over62.1%
Total281100.0%

Housing Finances in Blairstown

Median Income by Occupancy in Blairstown

Median Income by Occupancy in Blairstown
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied223 (79.4%)$85,694
Renter-Occupied58 (20.6%)$31,833
Average281 (100.0%)$66,750

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Blairstown

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Blairstown
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0002 (0.9%)1 (1.7%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9998 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99910 (4.5%)8 (13.8%)
$20,000 to $24,9997 (3.1%)9 (15.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99911 (4.9%)15 (25.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99918 (8.1%)20 (34.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99937 (16.6%)5 (8.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99946 (20.6%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99946 (20.6%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more38 (17.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total223 (100.0%)58 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Blairstown

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Blairstown
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3006 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49919 (8.5%)2 (3.5%)
$500 to $79941 (18.4%)16 (27.6%)
$800 to $99935 (15.7%)5 (8.6%)
$1,000 to $1,499103 (46.2%)20 (34.5%)
$1,500 to $1,99914 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4993 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more2 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total223 (100.0%)58 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Blairstown

Housing Structures in Blairstown

Housing Structures in Blairstown
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached26293.2%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments72.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments72.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments51.8%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total281100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Blairstown

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Blairstown
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached221 (84.4%)41 (15.7%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments2 (28.6%)5 (71.4%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total223 (79.4%)58 (20.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Blairstown

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Blairstown
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room2 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms5 (2.2%)12 (20.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms32 (14.3%)11 (19.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms128 (57.4%)35 (60.3%)
8 or more Rooms56 (25.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total223 (100.0%)58 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Blairstown

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Blairstown
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas148 (66.4%)43 (74.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas6 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity60 (26.9%)15 (25.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene6 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels3 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total223 (100.0%)58 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Blairstown

Household Vehicle Usage in Blairstown
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle5 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle56 (25.1%)19 (32.8%)
2 Vehicles74 (33.2%)22 (37.9%)
3 or more Vehicles88 (39.5%)17 (29.3%)
Total223 (100.0%)58 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Blairstown

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Blairstown

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units88135
Median Property Value$165,600$134,900
Median Household Income$78,750$15
Monthly Housing Costs$638$2
Real Estate Taxes$2,114$3

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Blairstown

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Blairstown
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0002 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99914 (15.9%)11 (8.2%)
$100,000 to $299,99966 (75.0%)122 (90.4%)
$300,000 to $499,9996 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)2 (1.5%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total88 (100.0%)135 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Blairstown

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Blairstown
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)3 (2.2%)
$10,000 to $24,99916 (18.2%)2 (1.5%)
$25,000 to $34,9994 (4.5%)9 (6.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99914 (15.9%)7 (5.2%)
$50,000 to $74,9999 (10.2%)4 (3.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99912 (13.6%)28 (20.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99910 (11.4%)34 (25.2%)
$150,000 or more23 (26.1%)36 (26.7%)
Total88 (100.0%)135 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Blairstown

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Blairstown
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x37 (42.0%)88,750 (65,740.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x13 (14.8%)98 (72.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x11 (12.5%)16 (11.8%)
4.0x or more27 (30.7%)6 (4.4%)
Total88 (100.0%)135 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Blairstown

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Blairstown
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8008 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4998 (9.1%)6 (4.4%)
$800 to $1,49972 (81.8%)51 (37.8%)
Total88 (100.0%)135 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Blairstown

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Blairstown

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Blairstown
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years76 (97.4%)2 (2.6%)
6 to 18 Years76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years128 (95.5%)6 (4.5%)
35 to 44 Years72 (75.8%)23 (24.2%)
45 to 54 Years55 (88.7%)7 (11.3%)
55 to 64 Years98 (98.0%)2 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total665 (94.3%)40 (5.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Blairstown

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Blairstown
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born76 (97.4%)2 (2.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Blairstown

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Blairstown
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00051 (67.1%)25 (32.9%)
$25,000 to $49,999147 (94.2%)9 (5.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999114 (98.3%)2 (1.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999143 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over210 (98.1%)4 (1.9%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Blairstown

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Blairstown
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 640 (51.3%)49 (62.8%)
6 to 18 Years40 (52.6%)41 (53.9%)
19 to 25 Years4 (6.8%)59 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years11 (8.2%)120 (89.5%)
35 to 44 Years1 (1.1%)72 (75.8%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)55 (88.7%)
55 to 64 Years15 (15.0%)87 (87.0%)
65 to 74 Years41 (95.4%)25 (58.1%)
75 Years and over58 (100.0%)50 (86.2%)
Total210 (29.8%)558 (79.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Blairstown

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Blairstown
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years2 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years21 (18.4%)4 (4.7%)
35 to 64 Years8 (6.4%)13 (9.9%)
65 to 74 Years2 (15.4%)10 (33.3%)
75 Years and over22 (78.6%)11 (36.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Blairstown

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Blairstown: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years2 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over5 (17.9%)5 (16.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Blairstown: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years4 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (15.4%)8 (26.7%)
75 Years and over15 (53.6%)3 (10.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Blairstown: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years2 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years15 (13.2%)4 (4.7%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)2 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over17 (60.7%)5 (16.7%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Blairstown: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)2 (2.4%)
35 to 64 Years4 (3.2%)11 (8.4%)
65 to 74 Years2 (15.4%)10 (33.3%)
75 Years and over19 (67.9%)9 (30.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Blairstown: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over2 (7.1%)2 (6.7%)

Technology Access in Blairstown

Computing Device Access in Blairstown

Computing Device Access in Blairstown
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop22178.6%
Smartphone24286.1%
Tablet16558.7%
No Computing Device186.4%
Total281100.0%

Internet Access in Blairstown

Internet Access in Blairstown
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home20071.2%
Cellular Data Only5318.9%
Satellite Internet93.2%
No Internet186.4%
Total281100.0%

Blairstown Summary

Blairstown, Iowa is a small town located in Benton County, Iowa. It is situated on the banks of the Cedar River and is home to a population of just over 500 people. The town was founded in 1854 and has a rich history of farming, industry, and small-town living.

Geography

Blairstown is located in the heart of Benton County, Iowa. It is situated on the banks of the Cedar River, which is a tributary of the Iowa River. The town is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland, and is located approximately 30 miles from Cedar Rapids. The town is located at an elevation of 845 feet above sea level.

Economy

The economy of Blairstown is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and hay. The town also has a few small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Blairstown was 514. The racial makeup of the town was 97.3% White, 0.6% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.8% of the population.
The median income for a household in Blairstown was $45,000, and the median income for a family was $50,000. The per capita income for the town was $20,000. About 8.3% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.3% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

History

Blairstown was founded in 1854 by a group of settlers from Ohio. The town was named after the Blairs, a prominent family in the area. The town was originally a farming community, and the first settlers built a grist mill and a sawmill. The town grew slowly, and by the early 1900s, it had a population of around 500 people.
In the early 1900s, the town began to diversify its economy. A brickyard was established, and a canning factory was built. The town also had a few small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants.
In the 1950s, the town began to decline. The brickyard and canning factory closed, and many of the businesses in town closed as well. The population of the town began to decline, and by the 2000 census, the population had dropped to just over 500 people.
Today, Blairstown is a small, rural town. The town is still largely agricultural, and the population has remained relatively stable over the past few decades. The town is home to a few small businesses, and the town is a popular destination for tourists who are looking for a quiet, rural getaway.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Blairstown?
Total Population of Blairstown is 705.
What is the Total Male Population of Blairstown?
Total Male Population of Blairstown is 373.
What is the Total Female Population of Blairstown?
Total Female Population of Blairstown is 332.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Blairstown?
There are 112.35 Males per 100 Females in Blairstown.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Blairstown?
There are 89.01 Females per 100 Males in Blairstown.
What is the Median Population Age in Blairstown?
Median Population Age in Blairstown is 36.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Blairstown
Average Family Size in Blairstown is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Blairstown
Average Household Size in Blairstown is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Blairstown?
Per Capita income in Blairstown is $34,778.
What is the Median Family Income in Blairstown?
Median Family Income in Blairstown is $78,558.
What is the Median Household income in Blairstown?
Median Household Income in Blairstown is $66,750.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Blairstown?
Income or Wage Gap in Blairstown is 20.3%.
Women in Blairstown earn 79.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Blairstown?
Inequality or Gini Index in Blairstown is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Blairstown?
There are 439 People in the Labor Forcein in Blairstown.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Blairstown?
78.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Blairstown.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Blairstown?
Unemployment Rate in Blairstown is 3.6%.