Mount Ayr, IA
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1,838
TOTAL POPULATION
899
MALE POPULATION
939
FEMALE POPULATION
95.74
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.45
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,300
PER CAPITA INCOME
$86,250
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$61,458
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
37.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
62.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
862
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Mount Ayr Zip Codes
Mount Ayr Area Codes
Race in Mount Ayr
The most populous races in Mount Ayr are White / Caucasian (1,718 | 93.5%), Hispanic or Latino (92 | 5.0%), and Some other Race (92 | 5.0%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 6 | 0.3% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 92 | 5.0% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 1,718 | 93.5% |
| Two or more Races | 22 | 1.2% |
| Some other Race | 92 | 5.0% |
| Total | 1,838 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Mount Ayr
The most populous ancestries reported in Mount Ayr are German (364 | 19.8%), English (324 | 17.6%), American (186 | 10.1%), Irish (120 | 6.5%), and Mexican (92 | 5.0%), together accounting for 59.1% of all Mount Ayr residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 186 | 10.1% |
| Austrian | 4 | 0.2% |
| Belgian | 11 | 0.6% |
| British | 1 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 14 | 0.8% |
| Czech | 9 | 0.5% |
| Danish | 14 | 0.8% |
| Dutch | 16 | 0.9% |
| Eastern European | 3 | 0.2% |
| English | 324 | 17.6% |
| European | 15 | 0.8% |
| French | 14 | 0.8% |
| German | 364 | 19.8% |
| Greek | 6 | 0.3% |
| Irish | 120 | 6.5% |
| Italian | 11 | 0.6% |
| Mexican | 92 | 5.0% |
| Norwegian | 29 | 1.6% |
| Pennsylvania German | 2 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 3 | 0.2% |
| Russian | 22 | 1.2% |
| Scandinavian | 19 | 1.0% |
| Scotch-Irish | 29 | 1.6% |
| Scottish | 50 | 2.7% |
| Swedish | 20 | 1.1% |
| Ukrainian | 3 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 15 | 0.8% | View All 27 Rows |
Immigrants in Mount Ayr
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Mount Ayr came from Central America (23 | 1.3%), Latin America (23 | 1.3%), Mexico (23 | 1.3%), Eastern Europe (22 | 1.2%), and Europe (22 | 1.2%), together accounting for 6.1% of all Mount Ayr residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Central America | 23 | 1.3% |
| Eastern Europe | 22 | 1.2% |
| Europe | 22 | 1.2% |
| Latin America | 23 | 1.3% |
| Mexico | 23 | 1.3% |
| Russia | 22 | 1.2% | View All 6 Rows |
Sex and Age in Mount Ayr
Sex and Age in Mount Ayr
The most populous age groups in Mount Ayr are 15 to 19 Years (134 | 14.9%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (93 | 9.9%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 69 (7.7%) | 41 (4.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 50 (5.6%) | 46 (4.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 55 (6.1%) | 89 (9.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 134 (14.9%) | 53 (5.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 15 (1.7%) | 53 (5.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 45 (5.0%) | 54 (5.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 37 (4.1%) | 54 (5.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 51 (5.7%) | 52 (5.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 69 (7.7%) | 53 (5.6%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 42 (4.7%) | 11 (1.2%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 62 (6.9%) | 44 (4.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 43 (4.8%) | 93 (9.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 52 (5.8%) | 71 (7.6%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 79 (8.8%) | 30 (3.2%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 25 (2.8%) | 64 (6.8%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 44 (4.9%) | 32 (3.4%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 17 (1.9%) | 29 (3.1%) |
| 85 Years and over | 10 (1.1%) | 70 (7.4%) |
| Total | 899 (100.0%) | 939 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Mount Ayr
Median Family Size in Mount Ayr
The median family size in Mount Ayr is 3.06 persons per family, with married-couple families (348 | 74.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.22 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (62 | 13.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.37 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 348 (74.8%) | 3.22 |
| Single Male/Father | 62 (13.3%) | 2.37 |
| Single Female/Mother | 55 (11.8%) | 2.82 |
| Total Families | 465 (100.0%) | 3.06 |
Median Household Size in Mount Ayr
The median household size in Mount Ayr is 2.39 persons per household, with married-couple households (348 | 47.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.24 persons per household. non-family households (267 | 36.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 348 (47.5%) | 3.24 |
| Single Male/Father | 62 (8.5%) | 2.42 |
| Single Female/Mother | 55 (7.5%) | 2.85 |
| Non-family | 267 (36.5%) | 1.18 |
| Total Households | 732 (100.0%) | 2.39 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Mount Ayr
Out of a total of 732 households in Mount Ayr, 465 (63.5%) are family households, while 267 (36.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 238, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 249.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 249 (34.0%) |
| 2-Person Households | 238 (32.5%) | 8 (1.1%) |
| 3-Person Households | 74 (10.1%) | 10 (1.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 53 (7.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 59 (8.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 5 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 36 (4.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 465 (63.5%) | 267 (36.5%) |
Female Fertility in Mount Ayr
Fertility by Age in Mount Ayr
Average fertility rate in Mount Ayr is 44.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 62.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 66.7% 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 | 10 (66.7%) | 62.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 5 (33.3%) | 38.0 |
| Total | 15 (100.0%) | 44.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mount Ayr
66.7% of women with births (15) in Mount Ayr are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 50.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 5 (50.0%) | 5 (50.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10 (66.7%) | 5 (33.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Mount Ayr
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 5 (33.3%) | 83.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 2 (13.3%) | 16.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 5 (33.3%) | 77.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 3 (20.0%) | 214.0 |
| Total | 15 (100.0%) | 44.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mount Ayr
33.3% of women with births in Mount Ayr are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10 (66.7%) | 5 (33.3%) |
Income in Mount Ayr
Income Overview in Mount Ayr
Per Capita Income in Mount Ayr is $29,300, while median incomes of families and households are $86,250 and $61,458 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 1,838 | $29,300 |
| Median Family Income | 465 | $86,250 |
| Mean Family Income | 465 | $86,433 |
| Median Household Income | 732 | $61,458 |
| Mean Household Income | 732 | $71,191 |
| Income Deficit | 465 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 1,838 | 37.50% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 1,838 | 62.50¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 1,838 | 0.43 |
Earnings by Sex in Mount Ayr
Average Earnings in Mount Ayr are $34,907, $44,271 for men and $27,670 for women, a difference of 37.5%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 478 (51.8%) | $44,271 |
| Female | 444 (48.2%) | $27,670 |
| Total | 922 (100.0%) | $34,907 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mount Ayr
The most common earnings brackets in Mount Ayr are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (88 | 18.4%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (65 | 14.6%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 35 (7.3%) | 20 (4.5%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 28 (5.9%) | 20 (4.5%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 14 (2.9%) | 47 (10.6%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (0.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 21 (4.4%) | 30 (6.8%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 3 (0.6%) | 15 (3.4%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 14 (2.9%) | 20 (4.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 9 (1.9%) | 12 (2.7%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 9 (1.9%) | 18 (4.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 7 (1.5%) | 13 (2.9%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 21 (4.4%) | 65 (14.6%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 26 (5.4%) | 12 (2.7%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 33 (6.9%) | 31 (7.0%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 26 (5.4%) | 11 (2.5%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 10 (2.1%) | 9 (2.0%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 16 (3.4%) | 8 (1.8%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 50 (10.5%) | 46 (10.4%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 48 (10.0%) | 20 (4.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 88 (18.4%) | 30 (6.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 20 (4.2%) | 14 (3.2%) |
| Total | 478 (100.0%) | 444 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mount Ayr
Average earnings in Mount Ayr are $50,313 for men and $29,261 for women, a difference of 41.8%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $51,797, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $42,750. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $59,167, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $27,902.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $51,797 | $27,902 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $42,750 | $0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $44,934 | $35,313 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $50,313 | $29,261 |
Family Income in Mount Ayr
Family Income Brackets in Mount Ayr
According to the Mount Ayr family income data, there are 154 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 33.1% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 18 | 3.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 29 | 6.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 43 | 9.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 46 | 9.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 58 | 12.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 89 | 19.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 154 | 33.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 9 | 1.9% |
| $200,000+ | 19 | 4.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mount Ayr
4-person families (69 | 14.8%) account for the highest median family income in Mount Ayr with $126,563 per family, while 2-person families (247 | 53.1%) have the highest median income of $33,906 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 247 (53.1%) | $67,813 |
| 3-Person Families | 65 (14.0%) | $0 |
| 4-Person Families | 69 (14.8%) | $126,563 |
| 5-Person Families | 43 (9.2%) | $117,829 |
| 6-Person Families | 5 (1.1%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 36 (7.7%) | $0 |
| Total | 465 (100.0%) | $86,250 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Mount Ayr
The median family income in Mount Ayr is $86,250, with families comprising 3+ earners (31) having the highest median family income of $119,688, while families with no earners (52) have the lowest median family income of $27,813, accounting for 6.7% and 11.2% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 52 (11.2%) | $27,813 |
| 1 Earner | 138 (29.7%) | $45,000 |
| 2 Earners | 244 (52.5%) | $100,875 |
| 3+ Earners | 31 (6.7%) | $119,688 |
| Total | 465 (100.0%) | $86,250 |
Household Income in Mount Ayr
Household Income Brackets in Mount Ayr
With 154 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Mount Ayr, accounting for 21.0% of all households. In contrast, only 9 households (1.2%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 25 | 3.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 47 | 6.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 101 | 13.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 96 | 13.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 68 | 9.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 92 | 12.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 107 | 14.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 154 | 21.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 9 | 1.2% |
| $200,000+ | 33 | 4.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Mount Ayr
The median household income in Mount Ayr is $61,458, with the highest median household income of $87,652 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 224 households (30.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 30 households (4.1%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 30 (4.1%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 224 (30.6%) | $87,652 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 241 (32.9%) | $64,432 |
| 65+ Years | 237 (32.4%) | $26,528 |
| Total | 732 (100.0%) | $61,458 |
Poverty in Mount Ayr
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mount Ayr
With 4.4% poverty level for males and 10.3% for females among the residents of Mount Ayr, 55 to 64 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 19 males (21.6%) and 20 females (74.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (22.0%) |
| 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%) | 20 (74.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (5.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (20.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 15 (12.7%) | 6 (5.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 19 (21.6%) | 4 (2.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3 (3.0%) | 3 (3.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (29.6%) |
| Total | 39 (4.4%) | 91 (10.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mount Ayr
According to the poverty statistics in Mount Ayr, males aged under 5 years and females aged 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 | 69 (100.0%) | 32 (78.0%) |
| 5 Years | 18 (100.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 76 (100.0%) | 52 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 11 (100.0%) | 80 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 41 (100.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 22 (100.0%) | 7 (25.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 86 (100.0%) | 52 (94.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 79 (100.0%) | 86 (79.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 103 (87.3%) | 99 (94.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 102 (98.1%) | 55 (100.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 69 (78.4%) | 160 (97.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 98 (97.0%) | 91 (96.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 63 (100.0%) | 57 (70.4%) |
| Total | 837 (95.6%) | 792 (89.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mount Ayr
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 212 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 61 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 72 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 348 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mount Ayr
According to the poverty data in Mount Ayr, 22.6% or 14 single-father households and 7.3% or 4 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 14 households (46.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (8.2%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 14 (46.7%) | 4 (8.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 14 (22.6%) | 4 (7.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Mount Ayr
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (22.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (15.4%) |
Employment Characteristics in Mount Ayr
Employment by Class of Employer in Mount Ayr
Among the 834 employed individuals in Mount Ayr, private company employees (460 | 55.2%), local government employees (107 | 12.8%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (96 | 11.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 460 | 55.2% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 27 | 3.2% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 96 | 11.5% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 94 | 11.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 107 | 12.8% |
| State Government Employees | 14 | 1.7% |
| Federal Government Employees | 36 | 4.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 834 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Mount Ayr
According to the labor force statistics for Mount Ayr, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,429), 60.3% or 862 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.4% or 12 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 93.7% or 149 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 65 to 74 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 15.4% or 8 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 70 (54.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 62 (91.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 76 (76.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 73 (80.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 201 (89.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 149 (93.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 95 (69.9%) | 4 (4.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 68 (55.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 52 (26.3%) | 8 (15.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 15 (7.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 862 (60.3%) | 12 (1.4%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mount Ayr
According to labor force statistics for Mount Ayr, 79.5% of individuals (662) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (833) are in the labor force, with 0.6% or 4 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 87.2% or 190 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 1.6% or 4 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 14 (56.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 214 (73.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 244 (81.9%) | 5 (1.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 190 (87.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 662 (79.5%) | 5 (0.6%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Mount Ayr
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mount Ayr are Management (111 | 13.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (87 | 10.4%), Health Technologists (73 | 8.7%), Community & Social Service (63 | 7.5%), and Business & Financial (45 | 5.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mount Ayr, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (85.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (78.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (72.4%), and Computers & Mathematics (66.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 78 (70.3%) | 33 (29.7%) |
| Business & Financial | 29 (64.4%) | 16 (35.6%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 24 (85.7%) | 4 (14.3%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 2 (33.3%) | 4 (66.7%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 25 (39.7%) | 38 (60.3%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 7 (58.3%) | 5 (41.7%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 15 (34.1%) | 29 (65.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 3 (42.9%) | 4 (57.1%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 24 (27.6%) | 63 (72.4%) |
| Health Technologists | 16 (21.9%) | 57 (78.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 180 (53.9%) | 154 (46.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 430 (51.5%) | 405 (48.5%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Mount Ayr are Personal Care & Service (52 | 6.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (47 | 5.6%), Healthcare Support (29 | 3.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (13 | 1.6%), and Security & Protection (11 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Mount Ayr, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (50.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (36.2%), and Security & Protection (27.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (84.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 3 (27.3%) | 8 (72.7%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 3 (50.0%) | 3 (50.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 17 (36.2%) | 30 (63.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 2 (15.4%) | 11 (84.6%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 11 (21.1%) | 41 (78.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 33 (21.7%) | 119 (78.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 430 (51.5%) | 405 (48.5%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Mount Ayr are Office & Administration (88 | 10.5%), and Sales & Related (51 | 6.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 12 (23.5%) | 39 (76.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 20 (22.7%) | 68 (77.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 32 (23.0%) | 107 (77.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 430 (51.5%) | 405 (48.5%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Mount Ayr are Construction & Extraction (97 | 11.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (17 | 2.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (5 | 0.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 2 (40.0%) | 3 (60.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 97 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 116 (97.5%) | 3 (2.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 430 (51.5%) | 405 (48.5%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Mount Ayr are Production (43 | 5.1%), Transportation (26 | 3.1%), and Material Moving (22 | 2.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 27 (62.8%) | 16 (37.2%) |
| Transportation | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 16 (72.7%) | 6 (27.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 69 (75.8%) | 22 (24.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 430 (51.5%) | 405 (48.5%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Mount Ayr
Employment Industries in Mount Ayr
The major employment industries in Mount Ayr include Health Care & Social Assistance (207 | 24.8%), Construction (103 | 12.3%), Retail Trade (103 | 12.3%), Educational Services (64 | 7.7%), and Wholesale Trade (62 | 7.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Mount Ayr
The Mount Ayr industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Construction (95.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (79.7%), Educational Services (71.9%), and Public Administration (59.5%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 14 (82.4%) | 3 (17.6%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 98 (95.2%) | 5 (4.9%) |
| Manufacturing | 39 (76.5%) | 12 (23.5%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 29 (46.8%) | 33 (53.2%) |
| Retail Trade | 42 (40.8%) | 61 (59.2%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 37 (88.1%) | 5 (11.9%) |
| Utilities | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 12 (66.7%) | 6 (33.3%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 24 (77.4%) | 7 (22.6%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 15 (78.9%) | 4 (21.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Educational Services | 18 (28.1%) | 46 (71.9%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 42 (20.3%) | 165 (79.7%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 17 (48.6%) | 18 (51.4%) |
| Public Administration | 15 (40.5%) | 22 (59.5%) |
| Total | 430 (51.5%) | 405 (48.5%) |
Education in Mount Ayr
School Enrollment in Mount Ayr
The most common levels of schooling among the 390 students in Mount Ayr are middle school (137 | 35.1%), high school (114 | 29.2%), and nursery / preschool (46 | 11.8%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 46 | 11.8% |
| Kindergarten | 36 | 9.2% |
| Elementary School | 31 | 8.0% |
| Middle School | 137 | 35.1% |
| High School | 114 | 29.2% |
| College / Undergraduate | 16 | 4.1% |
| Graduate / Professional | 10 | 2.6% |
| Total | 390 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mount Ayr
Out of a total of 390 students who are enrolled in schools in Mount Ayr, 25 (6.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 365 (93.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 10 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 32 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 77 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 138 (95.8%) | 6 (4.2%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 77 (95.1%) | 4 (4.9%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 8 (61.5%) | 5 (38.5%) |
| Total | 365 (93.6%) | 25 (6.4%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mount Ayr
Education (96 | 29.0%), bio, nature & agricultural (47 | 14.2%), business (36 | 10.9%), science & technology (35 | 10.6%), and arts & humanities (34 | 10.3%) are the most common fields of study among 331 individuals in Mount Ayr who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 2 | 0.6% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 47 | 14.2% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 10 | 3.0% |
| Psychology | 20 | 6.0% |
| Social Sciences | 18 | 5.4% |
| Engineering | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 4 | 1.2% |
| Science & Technology | 35 | 10.6% |
| Business | 36 | 10.9% |
| Education | 96 | 29.0% |
| Literature & Languages | 3 | 0.9% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 8 | 2.4% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 14 | 4.2% |
| Communications | 4 | 1.2% |
| Arts & Humanities | 34 | 10.3% |
| Total | 331 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Mount Ayr
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mount Ayr
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Mount Ayr are males with 2 vehicles (120, accounting for 28.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (127, making up 29.3%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 36 (8.5%) | 19 (4.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 105 (24.8%) | 104 (25.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 120 (28.3%) | 127 (31.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 93 (21.9%) | 81 (19.8%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 28 (6.6%) | 28 (6.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 42 (9.9%) | 50 (12.2%) |
| Total | 424 (100.0%) | 409 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Mount Ayr
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Mount Ayr are 5 to 9 minutes (254 commuters, 34.4%), less than 5 minutes (188 commuters, 25.5%), and 10 to 14 minutes (57 commuters, 7.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 188 | 25.5% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 254 | 34.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 57 | 7.7% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 42 | 5.7% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 17 | 2.3% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 6 | 0.8% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 7 | 0.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 25 | 3.4% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 28 | 3.8% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 56 | 7.6% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 4 | 0.5% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 54 | 7.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Mount Ayr
The most common commute times in Mount Ayr are 5 to 9 minutes (120 commuters, 31.3%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (134 commuters, 37.8%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 72 (18.8%) | 116 (32.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 120 (31.3%) | 134 (37.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 32 (8.4%) | 25 (7.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 33 (8.6%) | 9 (2.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 17 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 6 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 4 (1.0%) | 3 (0.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 12 (3.1%) | 13 (3.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 4 (1.0%) | 24 (6.8%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 50 (13.1%) | 6 (1.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (1.1%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 33 (8.6%) | 21 (5.9%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mount Ayr
The most frequent times of departure to work in Mount Ayr are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (115, 30.0%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (70, 19.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 21 (5.5%) | 9 (2.5%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 19 (5.0%) | 30 (8.5%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 21 (5.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 60 (15.7%) | 26 (7.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 37 (9.7%) | 40 (11.3%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 115 (30.0%) | 34 (9.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 42 (11.0%) | 47 (13.2%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 28 (7.3%) | 70 (19.7%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 19 (5.0%) | 15 (4.2%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 6 (1.6%) | 7 (2.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 2 (0.5%) | 10 (2.8%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 6 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 2 (0.5%) | 43 (12.1%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 5 (1.3%) | 24 (6.8%) |
| Total | 383 (100.0%) | 355 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Mount Ayr
Occupancy by Ownership in Mount Ayr
Of the total 732 dwellings in Mount Ayr, owner-occupied units account for 505 (69.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 227 (31.0%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 505 | 69.0% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 227 | 31.0% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 732 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Mount Ayr
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 249 | 34.0% |
| 2-Person Household | 246 | 33.6% |
| 3-Person Household | 84 | 11.5% |
| 4+ Person Household | 153 | 20.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 732 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mount Ayr
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 136 (54.6%) | 113 (45.4%) |
| 2-Person Household | 179 (72.8%) | 67 (27.2%) |
| 3-Person Household | 45 (53.6%) | 39 (46.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 145 (94.8%) | 8 (5.2%) |
| Total Housing Units | 505 (69.0%) | 227 (31.0%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mount Ayr
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 29 (85.3%) | 5 (14.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 133 (53.2%) | 117 (46.8%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 177 (73.4%) | 64 (26.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 166 (80.2%) | 41 (19.8%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mount Ayr
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 117 | 16.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 137 | 18.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 95 | 13.0% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 146 | 20.0% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 130 | 17.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 65 | 8.9% |
| 85 Years and Over | 42 | 5.7% |
| Total | 732 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Mount Ayr
Median Income by Occupancy in Mount Ayr
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 505 (69.0%) | $74,432 |
| Renter-Occupied | 227 (31.0%) | $28,750 |
| Average | 732 (100.0%) | $61,458 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mount Ayr
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 14 (2.8%) | 9 (4.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.9%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 20 (4.0%) | 27 (11.9%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 25 (5.0%) | 44 (19.4%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 16 (3.2%) | 16 (7.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 50 (9.9%) | 46 (20.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 45 (8.9%) | 23 (10.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 85 (16.8%) | 7 (3.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 87 (17.2%) | 20 (8.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 140 (27.7%) | 14 (6.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 23 (4.5%) | 19 (8.4%) |
| Total | 505 (100.0%) | 227 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mount Ayr
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 21 (4.2%) | 20 (8.8%) |
| $300 to $499 | 61 (12.1%) | 23 (10.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 161 (31.9%) | 94 (41.4%) |
| $800 to $999 | 40 (7.9%) | 59 (26.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 81 (16.0%) | 5 (2.2%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 115 (22.8%) | 2 (0.9%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 17 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 9 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (4.9%) |
| Total | 505 (100.0%) | 227 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Mount Ayr
Housing Structures in Mount Ayr
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 622 | 85.0% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 3 | 0.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 15 | 2.1% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 33 | 4.5% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 8 | 1.1% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 43 | 5.9% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 8 | 1.1% |
| Total | 732 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mount Ayr
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 493 (79.3%) | 129 (20.7%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 4 (9.3%) | 39 (90.7%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 505 (69.0%) | 227 (31.0%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mount Ayr
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (4.9%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 6 (1.2%) | 21 (9.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 124 (24.5%) | 111 (48.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 173 (34.3%) | 64 (28.2%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 202 (40.0%) | 20 (8.8%) |
| Total | 505 (100.0%) | 227 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mount Ayr
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 352 (69.7%) | 133 (58.6%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 7 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 135 (26.7%) | 70 (30.8%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 5 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 6 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (10.6%) |
| Total | 505 (100.0%) | 227 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Mount Ayr
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 23 (4.5%) | 62 (27.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 127 (25.2%) | 125 (55.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 201 (39.8%) | 20 (8.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 154 (30.5%) | 20 (8.8%) |
| Total | 505 (100.0%) | 227 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Mount Ayr
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Mount Ayr
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 221 | 284 |
| Median Property Value | $81,900 | $139,100 |
| Median Household Income | $39,107 | $15 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $575 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,531 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mount Ayr
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 59 (26.7%) | 23 (8.1%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 72 (32.6%) | 58 (20.4%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 90 (40.7%) | 192 (67.6%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (3.9%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 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 | 221 (100.0%) | 284 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mount Ayr
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 14 (6.3%) | 5 (1.8%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 53 (24.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 30 (13.6%) | 8 (2.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 25 (11.3%) | 20 (7.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 37 (16.7%) | 20 (7.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 19 (8.6%) | 48 (16.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 35 (15.8%) | 68 (23.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 8 (3.6%) | 105 (37.0%) |
| Total | 221 (100.0%) | 284 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mount Ayr
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 115 (52.0%) | 91,875 (32,350.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 29 (13.1%) | 185 (65.1%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 37 (16.7%) | 77 (27.1%) |
| 4.0x or more | 40 (18.1%) | 2 (0.7%) |
| Total | 221 (100.0%) | 284 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mount Ayr
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 43 (19.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 57 (25.8%) | 14 (4.9%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 105 (47.5%) | 57 (20.1%) |
| Total | 221 (100.0%) | 284 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Mount Ayr
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mount Ayr
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 131 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 352 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 100 (80.6%) | 24 (19.4%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 160 (97.0%) | 5 (3.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 166 (74.4%) | 57 (25.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 147 (92.4%) | 12 (7.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 242 (96.0%) | 10 (4.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 195 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 144 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,637 (93.8%) | 108 (6.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mount Ayr
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 131 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 352 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 100 (80.6%) | 24 (19.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mount Ayr
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 200 (95.2%) | 10 (4.8%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 344 (94.0%) | 22 (6.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 188 (95.9%) | 8 (4.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 300 (84.0%) | 57 (16.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 597 (98.2%) | 11 (1.8%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mount Ayr
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 65 (49.6%) | 76 (58.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 158 (44.9%) | 207 (58.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 63 (50.8%) | 37 (29.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 54 (32.7%) | 122 (73.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 52 (23.3%) | 118 (52.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 33 (20.7%) | 134 (84.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 127 (50.4%) | 162 (64.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 195 (100.0%) | 119 (61.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 144 (100.0%) | 90 (62.5%) |
| Total | 891 (51.1%) | 1,065 (61.0%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mount Ayr
| 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 | 10 (6.1%) | 27 (18.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 52 (16.8%) | 57 (17.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 17 (16.8%) | 25 (26.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 34 (54.0%) | 57 (70.4%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Mount Ayr
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 | 7 (2.3%) | 8 (2.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8 (7.9%) | 14 (14.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2 (3.2%) | 30 (37.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 5 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 23 (7.4%) | 27 (8.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2 (2.0%) | 10 (10.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 5 (7.9%) | 17 (21.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 5 (3.0%) | 27 (18.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 30 (9.7%) | 40 (12.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (7.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 17 (27.0%) | 18 (22.2%) |
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%) | 22 (14.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 11 (3.5%) | 22 (6.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 9 (8.9%) | 11 (11.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 28 (44.4%) | 50 (61.7%) |
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 | 6 (1.9%) | 13 (4.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (37.0%) |
Technology Access in Mount Ayr
Computing Device Access in Mount Ayr
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 489 | 66.8% |
| Smartphone | 572 | 78.1% |
| Tablet | 390 | 53.3% |
| No Computing Device | 111 | 15.2% |
| Total | 732 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Mount Ayr
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 2 | 0.3% |
| Broadband Home | 480 | 65.6% |
| Cellular Data Only | 101 | 13.8% |
| Satellite Internet | 79 | 10.8% |
| No Internet | 113 | 15.4% |
| Total | 732 | 100.0% |
Mount Ayr Summary
Mount Ayr, Iowa is a small town located in Ringgold County in the south-central part of the state. It is the county seat and has a population of 1,717 people as of the 2010 census. The town was founded in 1854 and was named after Ayr, Scotland.
Geography
Mount Ayr is located at 40°45'25"N 94°25'45"W (40.756944, -94.429167). It is situated in the Loess Hills region of Iowa, which is characterized by rolling hills and deep ravines. The town is located on the Middle River, which is a tributary of the Des Moines River. The town is surrounded by farmland and is located about 30 miles south of the state capital of Des Moines.
Climate
Mount Ayr has a humid continental climate, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is 50.2°F (10.1°C), with an average high of 64.2°F (17.9°C) and an average low of 36.2°F (2.3°C). The average annual precipitation is 33.3 inches (84.6 cm).
Economy
The economy of Mount Ayr is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several grain elevators and feed mills, as well as a number of small businesses. The town is also home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory and a plastics factory.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Mount Ayr was 1,717 people. The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.5% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the town was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $45,000. The per capita income for the town was $18,945. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.
History
Mount Ayr was founded in 1854 and was named after Ayr, Scotland. The town was originally a trading post and was the first county seat of Ringgold County. The town was incorporated in 1858 and was the site of the first Ringgold County Courthouse.
The town grew rapidly in the late 19th century, and by the early 20th century it was a thriving agricultural center. The town was home to several grain elevators and feed mills, as well as a number of small businesses.
In the late 20th century, the town began to decline as the agricultural industry shifted away from small towns. The town has since seen a resurgence in recent years, with a number of new businesses opening in the downtown area.
Mount Ayr is home to a number of historic sites, including the Ringgold County Courthouse, the Mount Ayr Depot, and the Mount Ayr Opera House. The town is also home to the Ringgold County Historical Museum, which houses a collection of artifacts and documents related to the history of the town and county.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Mount Ayr?
Total Population of Mount Ayr is 1,838.
What is the Total Male Population of Mount Ayr?
Total Male Population of Mount Ayr is 899.
What is the Total Female Population of Mount Ayr?
Total Female Population of Mount Ayr is 939.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Mount Ayr?
There are 95.74 Males per 100 Females in Mount Ayr.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Mount Ayr?
There are 104.45 Females per 100 Males in Mount Ayr.
What is the Median Population Age in Mount Ayr?
Median Population Age in Mount Ayr is 40.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Mount Ayr
Average Family Size in Mount Ayr is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Mount Ayr
Average Household Size in Mount Ayr is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Mount Ayr?
Per Capita income in Mount Ayr is $29,300.
What is the Median Family Income in Mount Ayr?
Median Family Income in Mount Ayr is $86,250.
What is the Median Household income in Mount Ayr?
Median Household Income in Mount Ayr is $61,458.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Mount Ayr?
Income or Wage Gap in Mount Ayr is 37.5%.
Women in Mount Ayr earn 62.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Mount Ayr?
Inequality or Gini Index in Mount Ayr is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Mount Ayr?
There are 862 People in the Labor Forcein in Mount Ayr.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Mount Ayr?
60.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Mount Ayr.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Mount Ayr?
Unemployment Rate in Mount Ayr is 1.4%.