Pocahontas County, IA
Pocahontas County Map
Pocahontas County Overview
7,061
TOTAL POPULATION
3,502
MALE POPULATION
3,559
FEMALE POPULATION
98.40
MALES / 100 FEMALES
101.63
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.4
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$33,918
PER CAPITA INCOME
$82,009
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$61,434
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
28.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
71.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,541
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Pocahontas County Area Codes
Race in Pocahontas County
The most populous races in Pocahontas County are White / Caucasian (6,589 | 93.3%), Hispanic or Latino (321 | 4.5%), and Two or more Races (214 | 3.0%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 43 | 0.6% |
| Black / African American | 11 | 0.2% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 62 | 0.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 321 | 4.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 9 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 6,589 | 93.3% |
| Two or more Races | 214 | 3.0% |
| Some other Race | 133 | 1.9% |
| Total | 7,061 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Pocahontas County
The most populous ancestries reported in Pocahontas County are German (2,777 | 39.3%), Irish (1,005 | 14.2%), Swedish (420 | 5.9%), English (407 | 5.8%), and Norwegian (365 | 5.2%), together accounting for 70.4% of all Pocahontas County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 6 | 0.1% |
| American | 278 | 3.9% |
| Austrian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Basque | 3 | 0.0% |
| British | 10 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 9 | 0.1% |
| Central American Indian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Cheyenne | 13 | 0.2% |
| Colombian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 176 | 2.5% |
| Czechoslovakian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 142 | 2.0% |
| Dutch | 105 | 1.5% |
| English | 407 | 5.8% |
| European | 92 | 1.3% |
| Fijian | 30 | 0.4% |
| Finnish | 7 | 0.1% |
| French | 116 | 1.6% |
| French Canadian | 47 | 0.7% |
| German | 2,777 | 39.3% |
| Greek | 3 | 0.0% |
| Guatemalan | 5 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 37 | 0.5% |
| Irish | 1,005 | 14.2% |
| Italian | 22 | 0.3% |
| Korean | 6 | 0.1% |
| Latvian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Luxembourger | 7 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 277 | 3.9% |
| Northern European | 23 | 0.3% |
| Norwegian | 365 | 5.2% |
| Polish | 48 | 0.7% |
| Portuguese | 7 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 31 | 0.4% |
| Salvadoran | 3 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian | 45 | 0.6% |
| Scotch-Irish | 47 | 0.7% |
| Scottish | 134 | 1.9% |
| Sioux | 16 | 0.2% |
| South American | 5 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 6 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 6 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 420 | 5.9% |
| Swiss | 12 | 0.2% |
| Ukrainian | 12 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 10 | 0.1% | View All 47 Rows |
Immigrants in Pocahontas County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Pocahontas County came from Latin America (101 | 1.4%), Central America (96 | 1.4%), Mexico (89 | 1.3%), Oceania (56 | 0.8%), and Asia (43 | 0.6%), together accounting for 5.4% of all Pocahontas County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 43 | 0.6% |
| Canada | 13 | 0.2% |
| Central America | 96 | 1.4% |
| Colombia | 5 | 0.1% |
| Costa Rica | 1 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 37 | 0.5% |
| Eastern Europe | 3 | 0.0% |
| El Salvador | 3 | 0.0% |
| England | 2 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 23 | 0.3% |
| Germany | 11 | 0.2% |
| Honduras | 3 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 37 | 0.5% |
| Latin America | 101 | 1.4% |
| Latvia | 2 | 0.0% |
| Mexico | 89 | 1.3% |
| Micronesia | 26 | 0.4% |
| Northern Europe | 9 | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 56 | 0.8% |
| Philippines | 6 | 0.1% |
| Russia | 1 | 0.0% |
| Scotland | 4 | 0.1% |
| South America | 5 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 6 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 11 | 0.2% | View All 25 Rows |
Sex and Age in Pocahontas County
Sex and Age in Pocahontas County
The most populous age groups in Pocahontas County are 60 to 64 Years (322 | 9.2%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (314 | 8.8%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 187 (5.3%) | 220 (6.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 214 (6.1%) | 225 (6.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 193 (5.5%) | 221 (6.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 239 (6.8%) | 204 (5.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 173 (4.9%) | 239 (6.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 208 (5.9%) | 146 (4.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 194 (5.5%) | 154 (4.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 161 (4.6%) | 212 (6.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 194 (5.5%) | 126 (3.5%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 167 (4.8%) | 146 (4.1%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 197 (5.6%) | 191 (5.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 292 (8.3%) | 276 (7.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 322 (9.2%) | 314 (8.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 237 (6.8%) | 227 (6.4%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 208 (5.9%) | 177 (5.0%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 111 (3.2%) | 204 (5.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 86 (2.5%) | 117 (3.3%) |
| 85 Years and over | 119 (3.4%) | 160 (4.5%) |
| Total | 3,502 (100.0%) | 3,559 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Pocahontas County
Median Family Size in Pocahontas County
The median family size in Pocahontas County is 2.92 persons per family, with single male/father families (75 | 4.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.92 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (213 | 11.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.79 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,517 (84.0%) | 2.89 |
| Single Male/Father | 75 (4.2%) | 3.92 |
| Single Female/Mother | 213 (11.8%) | 2.79 |
| Total Families | 1,805 (100.0%) | 2.92 |
Median Household Size in Pocahontas County
The median household size in Pocahontas County is 2.25 persons per household, with single male/father households (75 | 2.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.81 persons per household. non-family households (1,278 | 41.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,517 (49.2%) | 2.90 |
| Single Male/Father | 75 (2.4%) | 4.81 |
| Single Female/Mother | 213 (6.9%) | 3.15 |
| Non-family | 1,278 (41.4%) | 1.16 |
| Total Households | 3,083 (100.0%) | 2.25 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Pocahontas County
Out of a total of 3,083 households in Pocahontas County, 1,805 (58.6%) are family households, while 1,278 (41.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,084, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,062.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,062 (34.4%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,084 (35.2%) | 203 (6.6%) |
| 3-Person Households | 233 (7.6%) | 8 (0.3%) |
| 4-Person Households | 262 (8.5%) | 3 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 153 (5.0%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| 6-Person Households | 61 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 12 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,805 (58.6%) | 1,278 (41.4%) |
Female Fertility in Pocahontas County
Fertility by Age in Pocahontas County
Average fertility rate in Pocahontas County is 57.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 122.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 90.4% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 66 (90.4%) | 122.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 7 (9.6%) | 13.0 |
| Total | 73 (100.0%) | 57.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Pocahontas County
75.3% of women with births (73) in Pocahontas County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 85.7% 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 18.2% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 54 (81.8%) | 12 (18.2%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 1 (14.3%) | 6 (85.7%) |
| Total | 55 (75.3%) | 18 (24.7%) |
Fertility by Education in Pocahontas County
Average fertility rate in Pocahontas County is 57.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 120.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the lowest fertility at 30.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree represent 42.5% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 8 (11.0%) | 35.0 |
| High School Diploma | 7 (9.6%) | 30.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 24 (32.9%) | 51.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 31 (42.5%) | 120.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 3 (4.1%) | 36.0 |
| Total | 73 (100.0%) | 57.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Pocahontas County
24.7% of women with births in Pocahontas County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 87.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 1 (12.5%) | 7 (87.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 4 (57.1%) | 3 (42.9%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 20 (83.3%) | 4 (16.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 27 (87.1%) | 4 (12.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 55 (75.3%) | 18 (24.7%) |
Income in Pocahontas County
Income Overview in Pocahontas County
Per Capita Income in Pocahontas County is $33,918, while median incomes of families and households are $82,009 and $61,434 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 7,061 | $33,918 |
| Median Family Income | 1,805 | $82,009 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,805 | $94,001 |
| Median Household Income | 3,083 | $61,434 |
| Mean Household Income | 3,083 | $76,294 |
| Income Deficit | 1,805 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 7,061 | 28.93% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 7,061 | 71.07¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 7,061 | 0.40 |
Earnings by Sex in Pocahontas County
Average Earnings in Pocahontas County are $40,606, $46,409 for men and $32,983 for women, a difference of 28.9%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,047 (55.0%) | $46,409 |
| Female | 1,673 (45.0%) | $32,983 |
| Total | 3,720 (100.0%) | $40,606 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Pocahontas County
The most common earnings brackets in Pocahontas County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (283 | 13.8%) and $45,000 to $49,999 for women (157 | 9.4%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 41 (2.0%) | 112 (6.7%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 51 (2.5%) | 78 (4.7%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 29 (1.4%) | 51 (3.0%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 30 (1.5%) | 60 (3.6%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 69 (3.4%) | 64 (3.8%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 43 (2.1%) | 117 (7.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 42 (2.1%) | 22 (1.3%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 15 (0.7%) | 49 (2.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 65 (3.2%) | 34 (2.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 59 (2.9%) | 80 (4.8%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 110 (5.4%) | 107 (6.4%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 129 (6.3%) | 123 (7.3%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 142 (6.9%) | 98 (5.9%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 132 (6.5%) | 123 (7.3%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 159 (7.8%) | 157 (9.4%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 106 (5.2%) | 34 (2.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 218 (10.6%) | 141 (8.4%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 179 (8.7%) | 50 (3.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 283 (13.8%) | 125 (7.5%) |
| $100,000+ | 145 (7.1%) | 48 (2.9%) |
| Total | 2,047 (100.0%) | 1,673 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Pocahontas County
Average earnings in Pocahontas County are $48,750 for men and $36,583 for women, a difference of 25.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $70,714, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $38,614. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $78,393, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $29,722.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $38,614 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $47,445 | $29,722 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $57,039 | $34,097 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $45,583 | $55,458 |
| Graduate Degree | $70,714 | $78,393 |
| Total | $48,750 | $36,583 |
Family Income in Pocahontas County
Family Income Brackets in Pocahontas County
According to the Pocahontas County family income data, there are 448 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.8% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 14 families (0.8%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 14 | 0.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 34 | 1.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 76 | 4.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 161 | 8.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 209 | 11.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 345 | 19.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 264 | 14.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 448 | 24.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 173 | 9.6% |
| $200,000+ | 83 | 4.6% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Pocahontas County
6-person families (65 | 3.6%) account for the highest median family income in Pocahontas County with $117,583 per family, while 2-person families (1,119 | 62.0%) have the highest median income of $38,160 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,119 (62.0%) | $76,319 |
| 3-Person Families | 274 (15.2%) | $61,667 |
| 4-Person Families | 223 (12.3%) | $91,083 |
| 5-Person Families | 120 (6.7%) | $90,652 |
| 6-Person Families | 65 (3.6%) | $117,583 |
| 7+ Person Families | 4 (0.2%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,805 (100.0%) | $82,009 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Pocahontas County
The median family income in Pocahontas County is $82,009, with families comprising 3+ earners (101) having the highest median family income of $131,250, while families with no earners (349) have the lowest median family income of $39,948, accounting for 5.6% and 19.3% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 349 (19.3%) | $39,948 |
| 1 Earner | 489 (27.1%) | $55,417 |
| 2 Earners | 866 (48.0%) | $104,833 |
| 3+ Earners | 101 (5.6%) | $131,250 |
| Total | 1,805 (100.0%) | $82,009 |
Household Income in Pocahontas County
Household Income Brackets in Pocahontas County
With 614 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Pocahontas County, accounting for 19.9% of all households. In contrast, only 83 households (2.7%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 111 | 3.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 83 | 2.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 244 | 7.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 342 | 11.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 444 | 14.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 614 | 19.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 447 | 14.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 515 | 16.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 188 | 6.1% |
| $200,000+ | 96 | 3.1% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Pocahontas County
The median household income in Pocahontas County is $61,434, with the highest median household income of $81,375 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 709 households (23.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $29,341, with 213 households (6.9%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 213 (6.9%) | $29,341 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 709 (23.0%) | $81,375 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,104 (35.8%) | $72,222 |
| 65+ Years | 1,057 (34.3%) | $43,299 |
| Total | 3,083 (100.0%) | $61,434 |
Poverty in Pocahontas County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Pocahontas County
With 6.9% poverty level for males and 11.2% for females among the residents of Pocahontas County, 18 to 24 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 50 males (20.9%) and 127 females (42.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 3 (1.6%) | 11 (5.0%) |
| 5 Years | 9 (13.6%) | 6 (14.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 9 (4.4%) | 42 (16.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 14 (10.4%) | 6 (4.4%) |
| 15 Years | 5 (5.6%) | 7 (12.7%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 11 (13.6%) | 3 (3.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 50 (20.9%) | 127 (42.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 11 (2.8%) | 43 (14.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 26 (7.3%) | 23 (6.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 41 (11.4%) | 35 (10.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 40 (6.5%) | 26 (4.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 16 (3.6%) | 30 (7.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3 (1.1%) | 29 (6.9%) |
| Total | 238 (6.9%) | 388 (11.2%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Pocahontas County
According to the poverty statistics in Pocahontas County, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 98.9% of males and 96.5% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 184 (98.4%) | 209 (95.0%) |
| 5 Years | 57 (86.4%) | 36 (85.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 194 (95.6%) | 210 (83.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 120 (89.5%) | 130 (95.6%) |
| 15 Years | 84 (94.4%) | 48 (87.3%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 70 (86.4%) | 82 (96.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 189 (79.1%) | 175 (58.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 382 (97.2%) | 257 (85.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 329 (92.7%) | 314 (93.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 318 (88.6%) | 301 (89.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 574 (93.5%) | 563 (95.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 424 (96.4%) | 361 (92.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 278 (98.9%) | 391 (93.1%) |
| Total | 3,203 (93.1%) | 3,077 (88.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Pocahontas County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Pocahontas County show that 3.3% or 50 of the total 1,517 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 7.2%, comprising of 22 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,055 (98.2%) | 19 (1.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 284 (92.8%) | 22 (7.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 125 (93.3%) | 9 (6.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,467 (96.7%) | 50 (3.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Pocahontas County
According to the poverty data in Pocahontas County, 8.0% or 6 single-father households and 11.3% or 24 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 (15.4%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 22 households (15.5%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (3.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 6 (15.4%) | 22 (15.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6 (8.0%) | 24 (11.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Pocahontas County
The poverty data for Pocahontas County shows that 50 of the married-couple family households (3.3%) and 30 of the single-parent households (10.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 22 households (7.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 28 household (15.5%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 19 (1.8%) | 2 (2.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 22 (7.2%) | 28 (15.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 9 (6.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 50 (3.3%) | 30 (10.4%) |
Employment Characteristics in Pocahontas County
Employment by Class of Employer in Pocahontas County
Among the 3,283 employed individuals in Pocahontas County, private company employees (2,111 | 64.3%), self-employed (not incorporated) (351 | 10.7%), and local government employees (346 | 10.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,111 | 64.3% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 119 | 3.6% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 351 | 10.7% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 166 | 5.1% |
| Local Government Employees | 346 | 10.5% |
| State Government Employees | 116 | 3.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 65 | 2.0% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 9 | 0.3% |
| Total | 3,283 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Pocahontas County
According to the labor force statistics for Pocahontas County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (5,657), 62.6% or 3,541 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.3% or 223 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 93.4% or 325 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.6% or 23 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 131 (43.8%) | 23 (17.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 361 (87.6%) | 51 (14.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 324 (91.5%) | 21 (6.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 325 (93.4%) | 35 (10.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 584 (84.3%) | 48 (8.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 554 (79.0%) | 6 (1.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 488 (85.9%) | 24 (4.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 457 (71.9%) | 7 (1.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 240 (28.3%) | 8 (3.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 78 (9.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,541 (62.6%) | 223 (6.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Pocahontas County
According to labor force statistics for Pocahontas County, 82.8% of individuals (2,732) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,300) are in the labor force, with 5.2% or 142 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 91.1% or 561 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 12.7% or 32 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 252 (83.2%) | 38 (12.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 858 (79.2%) | 23 (2.1%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,060 (81.7%) | 93 (7.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 561 (91.1%) | 17 (2.7%) |
| Total | 2,732 (82.8%) | 172 (5.2%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Pocahontas County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Pocahontas County are Management (351 | 10.6%), Community & Social Service (284 | 8.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (248 | 7.5%), Education Instruction & Library (190 | 5.7%), and Health Technologists (158 | 4.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Pocahontas County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Management (70.4%), and Education, Arts & Media (47.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (97.8%), Health Technologists (93.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (91.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 247 (70.4%) | 104 (29.6%) |
| Business & Financial | 42 (42.0%) | 58 (58.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 18 (47.4%) | 20 (52.6%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 1 (14.3%) | 6 (85.7%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 9 (39.1%) | 14 (60.9%) |
| Community & Social Service | 67 (23.6%) | 217 (76.4%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 10 (47.6%) | 11 (52.4%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 11 (40.7%) | 16 (59.3%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 45 (23.7%) | 145 (76.3%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 1 (2.2%) | 45 (97.8%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 22 (8.9%) | 226 (91.1%) |
| Health Technologists | 11 (7.0%) | 147 (93.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 396 (38.8%) | 625 (61.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,806 (54.5%) | 1,510 (45.5%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Pocahontas County are Food Preparation & Serving (163 | 4.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (124 | 3.7%), Healthcare Support (109 | 3.3%), Security & Protection (40 | 1.2%), and Personal Care & Service (40 | 1.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Pocahontas County, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (95.0%), Healthcare Support (93.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (79.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 7 (6.4%) | 102 (93.6%) |
| Security & Protection | 40 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 33 (20.3%) | 130 (79.7%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 87 (70.2%) | 37 (29.8%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 2 (5.0%) | 38 (95.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 169 (35.5%) | 307 (64.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,806 (54.5%) | 1,510 (45.5%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Pocahontas County are Sales & Related (312 | 9.4%), and Office & Administration (311 | 9.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 137 (43.9%) | 175 (56.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 51 (16.4%) | 260 (83.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 188 (30.2%) | 435 (69.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,806 (54.5%) | 1,510 (45.5%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Pocahontas County are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (187 | 5.6%), Construction & Extraction (159 | 4.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (99 | 3.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 88 (88.9%) | 11 (11.1%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 159 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 187 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 434 (97.5%) | 11 (2.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,806 (54.5%) | 1,510 (45.5%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Pocahontas County are Production (330 | 10.0%), Transportation (327 | 9.9%), and Material Moving (94 | 2.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 247 (74.9%) | 83 (25.2%) |
| Transportation | 299 (91.4%) | 28 (8.6%) |
| Material Moving | 73 (77.7%) | 21 (22.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 619 (82.4%) | 132 (17.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,806 (54.5%) | 1,510 (45.5%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Pocahontas County
Employment Industries in Pocahontas County
The major employment industries in Pocahontas County include Manufacturing (621 | 18.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (437 | 13.2%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (368 | 11.1%), Retail Trade (330 | 10.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (277 | 8.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Pocahontas County
The Pocahontas County industries that see more men than women are Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), Construction (95.5%), and Transportation & Warehousing (87.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (90.4%), Information (88.5%), and Accommodation & Food Services (86.7%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 309 (84.0%) | 59 (16.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 9 (60.0%) | 6 (40.0%) |
| Construction | 169 (95.5%) | 8 (4.5%) |
| Manufacturing | 431 (69.4%) | 190 (30.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 113 (79.6%) | 29 (20.4%) |
| Retail Trade | 139 (42.1%) | 191 (57.9%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 241 (87.0%) | 36 (13.0%) |
| Utilities | 37 (84.1%) | 7 (15.9%) |
| Information | 3 (11.5%) | 23 (88.5%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 15 (14.0%) | 92 (86.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 2 (18.2%) | 9 (81.8%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 26 (59.1%) | 18 (40.9%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 39 (49.4%) | 40 (50.6%) |
| Educational Services | 81 (33.5%) | 161 (66.5%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 42 (9.6%) | 395 (90.4%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 20 (13.3%) | 130 (86.7%) |
| Public Administration | 44 (35.5%) | 80 (64.5%) |
| Total | 1,806 (54.5%) | 1,510 (45.5%) |
Education in Pocahontas County
School Enrollment in Pocahontas County
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,470 students in Pocahontas County are high school (389 | 26.5%), elementary school (321 | 21.8%), and middle school (290 | 19.7%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 183 | 12.4% |
| Kindergarten | 81 | 5.5% |
| Elementary School | 321 | 21.8% |
| Middle School | 290 | 19.7% |
| High School | 389 | 26.5% |
| College / Undergraduate | 161 | 11.0% |
| Graduate / Professional | 45 | 3.1% |
| Total | 1,470 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Pocahontas County
Out of a total of 1,470 students who are enrolled in schools in Pocahontas County, 188 (12.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,282 (87.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 33 (42.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 76 (98.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 95 (95.0%) | 5 (5.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 356 (82.2%) | 77 (17.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 339 (85.2%) | 59 (14.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 265 (97.1%) | 8 (2.9%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 76 (98.7%) | 1 (1.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 97 (97.0%) | 3 (3.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 9 (81.8%) | 2 (18.2%) |
| 35 Years and over | 45 (57.7%) | 33 (42.3%) |
| Total | 1,282 (87.2%) | 188 (12.8%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Pocahontas County
Education (235 | 25.7%), bio, nature & agricultural (169 | 18.5%), business (142 | 15.5%), science & technology (105 | 11.5%), and arts & humanities (55 | 6.0%) are the most common fields of study among 914 individuals in Pocahontas County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 34 | 3.7% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 169 | 18.5% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 14 | 1.5% |
| Psychology | 31 | 3.4% |
| Social Sciences | 45 | 4.9% |
| Engineering | 13 | 1.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 9 | 1.0% |
| Science & Technology | 105 | 11.5% |
| Business | 142 | 15.5% |
| Education | 235 | 25.7% |
| Literature & Languages | 15 | 1.6% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 23 | 2.5% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 12 | 1.3% |
| Communications | 12 | 1.3% |
| Arts & Humanities | 55 | 6.0% |
| Total | 914 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Pocahontas County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Pocahontas County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Pocahontas County are males with 2 vehicles (549, accounting for 30.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (471, making up 36.6%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 50 (2.8%) | 11 (0.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 237 (13.3%) | 253 (16.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 549 (30.8%) | 471 (31.4%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 457 (25.6%) | 457 (30.5%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 306 (17.2%) | 199 (13.3%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 184 (10.3%) | 109 (7.3%) |
| Total | 1,783 (100.0%) | 1,500 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Pocahontas County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Pocahontas County are 5 to 9 minutes (633 commuters, 20.7%), less than 5 minutes (485 commuters, 15.8%), and 10 to 14 minutes (379 commuters, 12.4%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 485 | 15.8% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 633 | 20.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 379 | 12.4% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 324 | 10.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 215 | 7.0% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 260 | 8.5% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 354 | 11.6% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 24 | 0.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 101 | 3.3% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 87 | 2.8% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 155 | 5.1% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 47 | 1.5% |
Commute Time by Sex in Pocahontas County
The most common commute times in Pocahontas County are less than 5 minutes (268 commuters, 16.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (382 commuters, 26.7%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 268 (16.4%) | 217 (15.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 251 (15.4%) | 382 (26.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 221 (13.5%) | 158 (11.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 196 (12.0%) | 128 (8.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 140 (8.6%) | 75 (5.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 113 (6.9%) | 147 (10.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 186 (11.4%) | 168 (11.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 14 (0.9%) | 10 (0.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 62 (3.8%) | 39 (2.7%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 69 (4.2%) | 18 (1.3%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 87 (5.3%) | 68 (4.8%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 26 (1.6%) | 21 (1.5%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Pocahontas County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Pocahontas County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (280, 17.2%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (366, 25.6%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 178 (10.9%) | 45 (3.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 157 (9.6%) | 77 (5.4%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 174 (10.7%) | 60 (4.2%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 191 (11.7%) | 53 (3.7%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 206 (12.6%) | 98 (6.9%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 280 (17.2%) | 228 (15.9%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 156 (9.6%) | 366 (25.6%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 88 (5.4%) | 127 (8.9%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 44 (2.7%) | 38 (2.7%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 2 (0.1%) | 21 (1.5%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 2 (0.1%) | 131 (9.1%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 2 (0.1%) | 13 (0.9%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 90 (5.5%) | 136 (9.5%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 63 (3.9%) | 38 (2.7%) |
| Total | 1,633 (100.0%) | 1,431 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Pocahontas County
Occupancy by Ownership in Pocahontas County
Of the total 3,083 dwellings in Pocahontas County, owner-occupied units account for 2,418 (78.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 665 (21.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,418 | 78.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 665 | 21.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 3,083 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Pocahontas County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,062 | 34.4% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,287 | 41.7% |
| 3-Person Household | 241 | 7.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 493 | 16.0% |
| Total Housing Units | 3,083 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Pocahontas County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 788 (74.2%) | 274 (25.8%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,016 (78.9%) | 271 (21.1%) |
| 3-Person Household | 210 (87.1%) | 31 (12.9%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 404 (82.0%) | 89 (18.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,418 (78.4%) | 665 (21.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Pocahontas County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 180 (67.9%) | 85 (32.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 807 (77.1%) | 239 (22.9%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,000 (82.8%) | 208 (17.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 431 (76.4%) | 133 (23.6%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Pocahontas County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 532 | 17.3% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 390 | 12.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 414 | 13.4% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 690 | 22.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 531 | 17.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 339 | 11.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 187 | 6.1% |
| Total | 3,083 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Pocahontas County
Median Income by Occupancy in Pocahontas County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,418 (78.4%) | $68,355 |
| Renter-Occupied | 665 (21.6%) | $44,432 |
| Average | 3,083 (100.0%) | $61,434 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Pocahontas County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 47 (1.9%) | 51 (7.7%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 13 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 30 (1.2%) | 53 (8.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 75 (3.1%) | 30 (4.5%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 113 (4.7%) | 25 (3.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 221 (9.1%) | 121 (18.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 367 (15.2%) | 76 (11.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 438 (18.1%) | 177 (26.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 404 (16.7%) | 43 (6.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 443 (18.3%) | 72 (10.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 267 (11.0%) | 17 (2.6%) |
| Total | 2,418 (100.0%) | 665 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Pocahontas County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 420 (17.4%) | 4 (0.6%) |
| $300 to $499 | 538 (22.3%) | 84 (12.6%) |
| $500 to $799 | 534 (22.1%) | 299 (45.0%) |
| $800 to $999 | 173 (7.1%) | 104 (15.6%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 472 (19.5%) | 29 (4.4%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 172 (7.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 71 (2.9%) | 15 (2.3%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 26 (1.1%) | 4 (0.6%) |
| $3,000 or more | 12 (0.5%) | 8 (1.2%) |
| Total | 2,418 (100.0%) | 665 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Pocahontas County
Housing Structures in Pocahontas County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,804 | 90.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 31 | 1.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 14 | 0.4% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 89 | 2.9% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 38 | 1.2% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 45 | 1.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 62 | 2.0% |
| Total | 3,083 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Pocahontas County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,300 (82.0%) | 504 (18.0%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 24 (77.4%) | 7 (22.6%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 6 (42.9%) | 8 (57.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 1 (1.1%) | 88 (98.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 38 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 33 (73.3%) | 12 (26.7%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 54 (87.1%) | 8 (12.9%) |
| Total | 2,418 (78.4%) | 665 (21.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Pocahontas County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (4.5%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 33 (1.4%) | 94 (14.1%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 664 (27.5%) | 230 (34.6%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 816 (33.8%) | 139 (20.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 905 (37.4%) | 172 (25.9%) |
| Total | 2,418 (100.0%) | 665 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Pocahontas County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,206 (49.9%) | 258 (38.8%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 616 (25.5%) | 227 (34.1%) |
| Electricity | 537 (22.2%) | 155 (23.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 18 (0.7%) | 11 (1.7%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 13 (0.5%) | 12 (1.8%) |
| No Fuel Used | 28 (1.2%) | 2 (0.3%) |
| Total | 2,418 (100.0%) | 665 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Pocahontas County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 60 (2.5%) | 64 (9.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 599 (24.8%) | 282 (42.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 829 (34.3%) | 156 (23.5%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 930 (38.5%) | 163 (24.5%) |
| Total | 2,418 (100.0%) | 665 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Pocahontas County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Pocahontas County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,387 | 1,031 |
| Median Property Value | $81,000 | $109,200 |
| Median Household Income | $50,766 | $148 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $413 | $12 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $863 | $39 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Pocahontas County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 447 (32.2%) | 230 (22.3%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 445 (32.1%) | 247 (24.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 390 (28.1%) | 497 (48.2%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 59 (4.3%) | 51 (5.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 33 (2.4%) | 6 (0.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 4 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 9 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,387 (100.0%) | 1,031 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Pocahontas County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 54 (3.9%) | 22 (2.1%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 157 (11.3%) | 6 (0.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 195 (14.1%) | 61 (5.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 278 (20.0%) | 26 (2.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 238 (17.2%) | 89 (8.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 180 (13.0%) | 200 (19.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 166 (12.0%) | 224 (21.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 119 (8.6%) | 277 (26.9%) |
| Total | 1,387 (100.0%) | 1,031 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Pocahontas County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 897 (64.7%) | 90,208 (8,749.6%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 161 (11.6%) | 735 (71.3%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 97 (7.0%) | 141 (13.7%) |
| 4.0x or more | 213 (15.4%) | 47 (4.6%) |
| Total | 1,387 (100.0%) | 1,031 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Pocahontas County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 621 (44.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 340 (24.5%) | 283 (27.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 356 (25.7%) | 313 (30.4%) |
| Total | 1,387 (100.0%) | 1,031 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Pocahontas County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pocahontas County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 493 (95.0%) | 26 (5.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,104 (96.9%) | 35 (3.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 430 (86.4%) | 68 (13.7%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 577 (89.5%) | 68 (10.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 613 (88.6%) | 79 (11.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 656 (94.4%) | 39 (5.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,110 (92.3%) | 93 (7.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 825 (99.3%) | 6 (0.7%) |
| 75 Years and older | 701 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,509 (94.0%) | 414 (6.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Pocahontas County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 493 (95.0%) | 26 (5.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,104 (96.9%) | 35 (3.1%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 430 (86.4%) | 68 (13.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Pocahontas County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 518 (90.2%) | 56 (9.8%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,281 (90.1%) | 141 (9.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,324 (96.5%) | 48 (3.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,176 (95.1%) | 61 (4.9%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,210 (95.3%) | 108 (4.7%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pocahontas County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 246 (47.4%) | 279 (53.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 480 (42.1%) | 693 (60.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 189 (38.0%) | 266 (53.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 168 (26.1%) | 451 (69.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 166 (24.0%) | 465 (67.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 128 (18.4%) | 536 (77.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 185 (15.4%) | 974 (81.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 809 (97.4%) | 478 (57.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 701 (100.0%) | 338 (48.2%) |
| Total | 3,072 (44.4%) | 4,480 (64.7%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Pocahontas County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 68 (11.8%) | 60 (10.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 53 (8.4%) | 65 (10.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 213 (16.0%) | 179 (14.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 71 (16.1%) | 37 (9.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 127 (45.2%) | 155 (36.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Pocahontas County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 3 (0.5%) | 21 (3.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1 (0.2%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 69 (5.2%) | 33 (2.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 39 (8.9%) | 14 (3.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 69 (24.6%) | 88 (20.9%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 7 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1 (0.2%) | 8 (1.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 34 (2.6%) | 19 (1.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (2.3%) | 6 (1.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2 (0.7%) | 12 (2.9%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 58 (10.1%) | 39 (6.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 36 (5.7%) | 37 (6.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 48 (3.6%) | 75 (5.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 15 (3.4%) | 6 (1.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 33 (11.7%) | 5 (1.2%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 1 (0.2%) | 14 (2.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 13 (2.1%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 136 (10.2%) | 136 (10.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 35 (8.0%) | 25 (6.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 77 (27.4%) | 80 (19.1%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (1.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 17 (2.7%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 34 (2.6%) | 39 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 15 (3.4%) | 11 (2.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 21 (7.5%) | 21 (5.0%) |
Technology Access in Pocahontas County
Computing Device Access in Pocahontas County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,262 | 73.4% |
| Smartphone | 2,393 | 77.6% |
| Tablet | 1,625 | 52.7% |
| No Computing Device | 258 | 8.4% |
| Total | 3,083 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Pocahontas County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 46 | 1.5% |
| Broadband Home | 1,800 | 58.4% |
| Cellular Data Only | 471 | 15.3% |
| Satellite Internet | 419 | 13.6% |
| No Internet | 457 | 14.8% |
| Total | 3,083 | 100.0% |
Pocahontas County Summary
Pocahontas County, Iowa is located in the northwest corner of the state and is bordered by Minnesota to the north, South Dakota to the west, and Iowa to the south and east. The county seat is Pocahontas, and the county is home to a population of 7,310 people, according to the 2010 census.
Geography
Pocahontas County is located in the northwest corner of Iowa and is bordered by Minnesota to the north, South Dakota to the west, and Iowa to the south and east. The county is made up of 576 square miles of land and water, and is the second-smallest county in the state. The terrain is mostly rolling hills and prairies, with some wooded areas. The Des Moines River flows through the county, and there are several small lakes and ponds.
The county is divided into two distinct regions: the northern half is part of the Des Moines River Valley, while the southern half is part of the Iowa Great Lakes region. The county is home to several state parks, including the Des Moines River State Park, the Iowa Great Lakes State Park, and the Lost Island State Park.
Economy
The economy of Pocahontas County is largely based on agriculture. The county is home to several large farms, and the majority of the population is employed in the agricultural sector. The county is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.
The county is home to several manufacturing companies, including a large pork processing plant and a large dairy processing plant. The county is also home to several wind farms, which provide renewable energy to the region.
Demographics
According to the 2010 census, the population of Pocahontas County was 7,310 people. The population is predominantly white (96.2%), with small percentages of African American (1.2%), Native American (0.7%), Asian (0.3%), and other races (1.6%). The median household income in the county is $45,845, and the median age is 44.7 years.
The county is home to several small towns, including Pocahontas, Fonda, Rolfe, and Plover. The county seat is Pocahontas, which is home to a population of 1,717 people. The county is also home to several unincorporated communities, including Varina, Havelock, and Palmer.
Conclusion
Pocahontas County, Iowa is a rural county located in the northwest corner of the state. The county is home to a population of 7,310 people, and the economy is largely based on agriculture. The county is home to several small towns and unincorporated communities, and is home to several state parks. The county is predominantly white, with small percentages of African American, Native American, Asian, and other races. The median household income in the county is $45,845, and the median age is 44.7 years.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Pocahontas County?
Total Population of Pocahontas County is 7,061.
What is the Total Male Population of Pocahontas County?
Total Male Population of Pocahontas County is 3,502.
What is the Total Female Population of Pocahontas County?
Total Female Population of Pocahontas County is 3,559.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Pocahontas County?
There are 98.40 Males per 100 Females in Pocahontas County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Pocahontas County?
There are 101.63 Females per 100 Males in Pocahontas County.
What is the Median Population Age in Pocahontas County?
Median Population Age in Pocahontas County is 45.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Pocahontas County
Average Family Size in Pocahontas County is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Pocahontas County
Average Household Size in Pocahontas County is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Pocahontas County?
Per Capita income in Pocahontas County is $33,918.
What is the Median Family Income in Pocahontas County?
Median Family Income in Pocahontas County is $82,009.
What is the Median Household income in Pocahontas County?
Median Household Income in Pocahontas County is $61,434.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Pocahontas County?
Income or Wage Gap in Pocahontas County is 28.9%.
Women in Pocahontas County earn 71.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Pocahontas County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Pocahontas County is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Pocahontas County?
There are 3,541 People in the Labor Forcein in Pocahontas County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Pocahontas County?
62.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Pocahontas County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Pocahontas County?
Unemployment Rate in Pocahontas County is 6.3%.