Houghton, IA
Houghton Map
Houghton Overview
77
TOTAL POPULATION
42
MALE POPULATION
35
FEMALE POPULATION
120.00
MALES / 100 FEMALES
83.33
FEMALES / 100 MALES
53.8
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$51,773
PER CAPITA INCOME
$107,917
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$107,917
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
38.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
61.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.33
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
37
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Houghton Zip Codes
Houghton Area Codes
Race in Houghton
The most populous races in Houghton are White / Caucasian (75 | 97.4%), and Two or more Races (2 | 2.6%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 | 0.0% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 75 | 97.4% |
| Two or more Races | 2 | 2.6% |
| Some other Race | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 77 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Houghton
The most populous ancestries reported in Houghton are German (59 | 76.6%), American (13 | 16.9%), English (5 | 6.5%), Irish (5 | 6.5%), and Dutch (4 | 5.2%), together accounting for 111.7% of all Houghton residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 13 | 16.9% |
| Dutch | 4 | 5.2% |
| English | 5 | 6.5% |
| French | 2 | 2.6% |
| German | 59 | 76.6% |
| Irish | 5 | 6.5% |
| Norwegian | 1 | 1.3% | View All 7 Rows |
Immigrants in Houghton
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population | View All 0 Rows |
Sex and Age in Houghton
Sex and Age in Houghton
The most populous age groups in Houghton are 70 to 74 Years (7 | 16.7%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (6 | 17.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 4 (9.5%) | 2 (5.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1 (2.4%) | 6 (17.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 3 (7.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1 (2.4%) | 5 (14.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1 (2.4%) | 1 (2.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 3 (7.1%) | 1 (2.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 4 (9.5%) | 1 (2.9%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 5 (11.9%) | 1 (2.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 3 (7.1%) | 4 (11.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 2 (4.8%) | 2 (5.7%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 5 (11.9%) | 2 (5.7%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 7 (16.7%) | 6 (17.1%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 2 (4.8%) | 1 (2.9%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (5.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (2.9%) |
| Total | 42 (100.0%) | 35 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Houghton
Median Family Size in Houghton
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 23 (100.0%) | 2.87 |
| Single Male/Father | 0 (0.0%) | - |
| Single Female/Mother | 0 (0.0%) | - |
| Total Families | 23 (100.0%) | 2.87 |
Median Household Size in Houghton
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 23 (69.7%) | 2.87 |
| Single Male/Father | 0 (0.0%) | - |
| Single Female/Mother | 0 (0.0%) | - |
| Non-family | 10 (30.3%) | 1.10 |
| Total Households | 33 (100.0%) | 2.33 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Houghton
Out of a total of 33 households in Houghton, 23 (69.7%) are family households, while 10 (30.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 16, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 9.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 9 (27.3%) |
| 2-Person Households | 16 (48.5%) | 1 (3.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 3 (9.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 2 (6.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 1 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 1 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 23 (69.7%) | 10 (30.3%) |
Female Fertility in Houghton
Fertility by Age in Houghton
Average fertility rate in Houghton is 625.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 833.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% 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 | 5 (100.0%) | 833.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 5 (100.0%) | 625.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Houghton
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Houghton
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 5 (100.0%) | 714.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 5 (100.0%) | 625.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Houghton
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in Houghton
Income Overview in Houghton
Per Capita Income in Houghton is $51,773, while median incomes of families and households are $107,917 and $107,917 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 77 | $51,773 |
| Median Family Income | 23 | $107,917 |
| Mean Family Income | 23 | $123,335 |
| Median Household Income | 33 | $107,917 |
| Mean Household Income | 33 | $115,952 |
| Income Deficit | 23 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 77 | 38.74% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 77 | 61.26¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 77 | 0.33 |
Earnings by Sex in Houghton
Average Earnings in Houghton are $56,250, $79,583 for men and $48,750 for women, a difference of 38.7%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 23 (60.5%) | $79,583 |
| Female | 15 (39.5%) | $48,750 |
| Total | 38 (100.0%) | $56,250 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Houghton
The most common earnings brackets in Houghton are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (7 | 30.4%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (5 | 33.3%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 2 (8.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 1 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 1 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (33.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 2 (8.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 1 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (13.3%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 1 (4.3%) | 1 (6.7%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 1 (4.3%) | 2 (13.3%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (13.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 7 (30.4%) | 2 (13.3%) |
| $100,000+ | 7 (30.4%) | 1 (6.7%) |
| Total | 23 (100.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Houghton
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | - | - |
| College or Associate's Degree | $79,167 | $0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $93,750 | $0 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $79,583 | $48,750 |
Family Income in Houghton
Family Income Brackets in Houghton
According to the Houghton family income data, there are 9 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 39.1% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1 | 4.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4 | 17.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 4 | 17.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 9 | 39.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 3 | 13.0% |
| $200,000+ | 2 | 8.7% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Houghton
2-person families (16 | 69.6%) account for the highest median family income in Houghton with $93,750 per family, while 2-person families (16 | 69.6%) have the highest median income of $46,875 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 16 (69.6%) | $93,750 |
| 3-Person Families | 3 (13.0%) | $0 |
| 4-Person Families | 2 (8.7%) | $0 |
| 5-Person Families | 1 (4.3%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 1 (4.3%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 23 (100.0%) | $107,917 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Houghton
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 8 (34.8%) | $68,750 |
| 1 Earner | 3 (13.0%) | $0 |
| 2 Earners | 11 (47.8%) | $133,750 |
| 3+ Earners | 1 (4.3%) | $0 |
| Total | 23 (100.0%) | $107,917 |
Household Income in Houghton
Household Income Brackets in Houghton
With 13 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Houghton, accounting for 39.4% of all households.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2 | 6.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1 | 3.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 2 | 6.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4 | 12.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 5 | 15.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 13 | 39.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 3 | 9.1% |
| $200,000+ | 3 | 9.1% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Houghton
The median household income in Houghton is $107,917, with the highest median household income of $139,375 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 9 households (27.3%) fall into this category.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 8 (24.2%) | $108,333 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 9 (27.3%) | $139,375 |
| 65+ Years | 16 (48.5%) | $83,750 |
| Total | 33 (100.0%) | $107,917 |
Poverty in Houghton
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Houghton
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2 (28.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2 (4.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Houghton
According to the poverty statistics in Houghton, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 4 (100.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1 (100.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 2 (100.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 5 (71.4%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 5 (100.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 5 (100.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (100.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2 (100.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Total | 40 (95.2%) | 35 (100.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Houghton
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Houghton
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Houghton
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Houghton
Employment by Class of Employer in Houghton
Among the 35 employed individuals in Houghton, private company employees (25 | 71.4%), self-employed (incorporated) (5 | 14.3%), and local government employees (3 | 8.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 25 | 71.4% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 5 | 14.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 2 | 5.7% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 0 | 0.0% |
| Local Government Employees | 3 | 8.6% |
| State Government Employees | 0 | 0.0% |
| Federal Government Employees | 0 | 0.0% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 35 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Houghton
According to the labor force statistics for Houghton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (60), 61.7% or 37 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.4% or 2 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 6 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 22.2% or 2 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 9 (100.0%) | 2 (22.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 5 (83.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 2 (50.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 6 (30.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 37 (61.7%) | 2 (5.4%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Houghton
According to labor force statistics for Houghton, 91.2% of individuals (31) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (34) are in the labor force, with 6.5% or 2 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 94.4% or 17 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 16.7% or 2 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 2 (66.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 12 (92.3%) | 2 (16.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 17 (94.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 31 (91.2%) | 2 (6.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Houghton
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Houghton are Management (9 | 25.7%), Community & Social Service (8 | 22.9%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (5 | 14.3%), Computers, Engineering & Science (3 | 8.6%), and Education Instruction & Library (3 | 8.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Houghton, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Management (88.9%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (66.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 8 (88.9%) | 1 (11.1%) |
| Business & Financial | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 2 (66.7%) | 1 (33.3%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 1 (12.5%) | 7 (87.5%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 1 (33.3%) | 2 (66.7%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 11 (50.0%) | 11 (50.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 21 (60.0%) | 14 (40.0%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Houghton are Security & Protection (1 | 2.9%), and Law Enforcement (1 | 2.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 21 (60.0%) | 14 (40.0%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Houghton are Office & Administration (3 | 8.6%), and Sales & Related (2 | 5.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Office & Administration | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 2 (40.0%) | 3 (60.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 21 (60.0%) | 14 (40.0%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Houghton are , and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (1 | 2.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 21 (60.0%) | 14 (40.0%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Houghton are Transportation (3 | 8.6%), and Material Moving (3 | 8.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Transportation | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 21 (60.0%) | 14 (40.0%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Houghton
Employment Industries in Houghton
The major employment industries in Houghton include Retail Trade (8 | 22.9%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (6 | 17.1%), Manufacturing (6 | 17.1%), Educational Services (3 | 8.6%), and Construction (2 | 5.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Houghton
The Houghton industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Manufacturing (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (100.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 1 (50.0%) | 1 (50.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 3 (37.5%) | 5 (62.5%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Utilities | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Educational Services | 1 (33.3%) | 2 (66.7%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Public Administration | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 21 (60.0%) | 14 (40.0%) |
Education in Houghton
School Enrollment in Houghton
The most common levels of schooling among the 11 students in Houghton are elementary school (3 | 27.3%), nursery / preschool (2 | 18.2%), and kindergarten (2 | 18.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 2 | 18.2% |
| Kindergarten | 2 | 18.2% |
| Elementary School | 3 | 27.3% |
| Middle School | 2 | 18.2% |
| High School | 1 | 9.1% |
| College / Undergraduate | 0 | 0.0% |
| Graduate / Professional | 1 | 9.1% |
| Total | 11 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Houghton
Out of a total of 11 students who are enrolled in schools in Houghton, 4 (36.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 7 (63.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 5 to 9 year old has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 4 (57.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 3 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 3 (42.9%) | 4 (57.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7 (63.6%) | 4 (36.4%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Houghton
Education (7 | 36.8%), engineering (3 | 15.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (2 | 10.5%), business (2 | 10.5%), and computers & mathematics (1 | 5.3%) are the most common fields of study among 19 individuals in Houghton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 1 | 5.3% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 2 | 10.5% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Psychology | 1 | 5.3% |
| Social Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Engineering | 3 | 15.8% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 1 | 5.3% |
| Science & Technology | 1 | 5.3% |
| Business | 2 | 10.5% |
| Education | 7 | 36.8% |
| Literature & Languages | 0 | 0.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 0 | 0.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 0 | 0.0% |
| Communications | 1 | 5.3% |
| Arts & Humanities | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 19 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Houghton
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Houghton
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Houghton are males with 3 vehicles (7, accounting for 33.3%) and females with 3 vehicles (8, making up 50.0%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 5 (23.8%) | 1 (7.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 5 (23.8%) | 3 (21.4%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 7 (33.3%) | 8 (57.1%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 4 (19.1%) | 2 (14.3%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 21 (100.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Houghton
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Houghton are 5 to 9 minutes (9 commuters, 30.0%), less than 5 minutes (5 commuters, 16.7%), and 15 to 19 minutes (5 commuters, 16.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 5 | 16.7% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 9 | 30.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1 | 3.3% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 5 | 16.7% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 3 | 10.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 5 | 16.7% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1 | 3.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 1 | 3.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in Houghton
The most common commute times in Houghton are less than 5 minutes (5 commuters, 27.8%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (6 commuters, 50.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 5 (27.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 3 (16.7%) | 6 (50.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1 (5.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2 (11.1%) | 3 (25.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 3 (16.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 3 (16.7%) | 2 (16.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (8.3%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 1 (5.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Houghton
The most frequent times of departure to work in Houghton are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (4, 22.2%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (8, 66.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 2 (11.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 2 (11.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1 (5.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 4 (22.2%) | 2 (16.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 4 (22.2%) | 8 (66.7%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 3 (16.7%) | 2 (16.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 2 (11.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 18 (100.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Houghton
Occupancy by Ownership in Houghton
Of the total 33 dwellings in Houghton, owner-occupied units account for 27 (81.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 6 (18.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 27 | 81.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 6 | 18.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 33 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Houghton
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 9 | 27.3% |
| 2-Person Household | 17 | 51.5% |
| 3-Person Household | 3 | 9.1% |
| 4+ Person Household | 4 | 12.1% |
| Total Housing Units | 33 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Houghton
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 3 (33.3%) | 6 (66.7%) |
| 2-Person Household | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 27 (81.8%) | 6 (18.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Houghton
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 9 (75.0%) | 3 (25.0%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 11 (78.6%) | 3 (21.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Houghton
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1 | 3.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 7 | 21.2% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 6 | 18.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3 | 9.1% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 11 | 33.3% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 4 | 12.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 1 | 3.0% |
| Total | 33 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Houghton
Median Income by Occupancy in Houghton
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 27 (81.8%) | $107,917 |
| Renter-Occupied | 6 (18.2%) | $0 |
| Average | 33 (100.0%) | $107,917 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Houghton
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (33.3%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 1 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1 (3.7%) | 1 (16.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4 (14.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 5 (18.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 10 (37.0%) | 3 (50.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 6 (22.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 27 (100.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Houghton
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 4 (14.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 8 (29.6%) | 5 (83.3%) |
| $800 to $999 | 3 (11.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 10 (37.0%) | 1 (16.7%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 1 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 27 (100.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Houghton
Housing Structures in Houghton
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 31 | 93.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 2 | 6.1% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 33 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Houghton
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 27 (87.1%) | 4 (12.9%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 27 (81.8%) | 6 (18.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Houghton
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 3 (11.1%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 15 (55.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 9 (33.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 27 (100.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Houghton
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 2 (7.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 17 (63.0%) | 3 (50.0%) |
| Electricity | 8 (29.6%) | 3 (50.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 27 (100.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Houghton
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 4 (14.8%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 9 (33.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 14 (51.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 27 (100.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Houghton
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Houghton
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 14 | 13 |
| Median Property Value | $168,800 | $181,300 |
| Median Household Income | $100,000 | $1 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $667 | $1 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,500 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Houghton
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 1 (7.1%) | 1 (7.7%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 11 (78.6%) | 10 (76.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 1 (7.1%) | 2 (15.4%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 1 (7.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 14 (100.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Houghton
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 1 (7.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3 (21.4%) | 1 (7.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3 (21.4%) | 1 (7.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2 (14.3%) | 2 (15.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 5 (35.7%) | 8 (61.5%) |
| Total | 14 (100.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Houghton
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 8 (57.1%) | 108,750 (836,538.5%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 3 (21.4%) | 8 (61.5%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (38.5%) |
| 4.0x or more | 3 (21.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 14 (100.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Houghton
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1 (7.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 6 (42.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 7 (50.0%) | 1 (7.7%) |
| Total | 14 (100.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Houghton
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Houghton
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 77 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Houghton
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Houghton
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 54 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Houghton
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2 (22.2%) | 7 (77.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1 (16.7%) | 5 (83.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 20 (100.0%) | 19 (95.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 6 (100.0%) | 5 (83.3%) |
| Total | 29 (37.7%) | 72 (93.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Houghton
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (16.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1 (5.9%) | 1 (11.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1 (8.3%) | 3 (37.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (25.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Houghton
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1 (8.3%) | 2 (25.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (16.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (11.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (12.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1 (5.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1 (8.3%) | 1 (12.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (12.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Houghton
Computing Device Access in Houghton
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 25 | 75.8% |
| Smartphone | 29 | 87.9% |
| Tablet | 22 | 66.7% |
| No Computing Device | 1 | 3.0% |
| Total | 33 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Houghton
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 27 | 81.8% |
| Cellular Data Only | 4 | 12.1% |
| Satellite Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| No Internet | 2 | 6.1% |
| Total | 33 | 100.0% |
Houghton Summary
Houghton, Iowa is a small town located in the northwest corner of the state, in Pocahontas County. It is situated on the banks of the Des Moines River, and is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The town was founded in 1856, and has a population of just over 500 people.
Geography
Houghton is located in the northwest corner of Iowa, in Pocahontas County. It is situated on the banks of the Des Moines River, and is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The town is located at an elevation of 1,068 feet above sea level. The climate in Houghton is generally mild, with temperatures ranging from the mid-30s in the winter to the mid-80s in the summer.
History
Houghton was founded in 1856 by a group of settlers from New York. The town was named after the Houghton family, who were among the first settlers. The town grew slowly, and by the early 1900s, it had a population of just over 500 people. The town was known for its lumber industry, and it was also home to a number of small businesses.
In the late 1950s, the town began to decline as the lumber industry moved away. The population dropped to just over 400 people by the 1970s. In the 1980s, the town began to experience a resurgence, as new businesses moved in and the population began to grow again. Today, Houghton is a small but vibrant community, with a population of just over 500 people.
Economy
Houghton’s economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to a number of small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants. The town also has a number of small farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and hay.
In addition to agriculture, Houghton is also home to a number of tourist attractions. The town is home to the Houghton Historical Museum, which showcases the history of the town and the surrounding area. The town also has a number of parks and recreational areas, including the Houghton County Park, which offers camping, fishing, and hiking.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Houghton had a population of 514 people. The racial makeup of the town was 97.3% White, 0.6% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.4% Asian, and 1.5% from other races. The median household income was $41,250, and the median family income was $50,000.
Conclusion
Houghton, Iowa is a small town located in the northwest corner of the state, in Pocahontas County. It is situated on the banks of the Des Moines River, and is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The town was founded in 1856, and has a population of just over 500 people. The economy of Houghton is largely based on agriculture and tourism, and the town is home to a number of small businesses and tourist attractions. The population of Houghton is 97.3% White, with the median household income being $41,250.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Houghton?
Total Population of Houghton is 77.
What is the Total Male Population of Houghton?
Total Male Population of Houghton is 42.
What is the Total Female Population of Houghton?
Total Female Population of Houghton is 35.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Houghton?
There are 120.00 Males per 100 Females in Houghton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Houghton?
There are 83.33 Females per 100 Males in Houghton.
What is the Median Population Age in Houghton?
Median Population Age in Houghton is 53.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Houghton
Average Family Size in Houghton is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Houghton
Average Household Size in Houghton is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Houghton?
Per Capita income in Houghton is $51,773.
What is the Median Family Income in Houghton?
Median Family Income in Houghton is $107,917.
What is the Median Household income in Houghton?
Median Household Income in Houghton is $107,917.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Houghton?
Income or Wage Gap in Houghton is 38.7%.
Women in Houghton earn 61.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Houghton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Houghton is 0.33.
How Large is the Labor Force in Houghton?
There are 37 People in the Labor Forcein in Houghton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Houghton?
61.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Houghton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Houghton?
Unemployment Rate in Houghton is 5.4%.