Oelwein, IA

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Oelwein Overview

5,934
TOTAL POPULATION
3,008
MALE POPULATION
2,926
FEMALE POPULATION
102.80
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.27
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.2
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,500
PER CAPITA INCOME
$58,806
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$41,629
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
40.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
59.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$17,088
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,507
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
51.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Oelwein Zip Codes

Oelwein Area Codes

Race in Oelwein

The most populous races in Oelwein are White / Caucasian (5,443 | 91.7%), Two or more Races (384 | 6.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (145 | 2.4%).
Race in Oelwein
Race# Population% Population
Asian10.0%
Black / African American420.7%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1452.4%
Native / Alaskan641.1%
White / Caucasian5,44391.7%
Two or more Races3846.5%
Some other Race00.0%
Total5,934100.0%

Ancestry in Oelwein

The most populous ancestries reported in Oelwein are German (1,998 | 33.7%), Irish (1,041 | 17.5%), American (604 | 10.2%), English (489 | 8.2%), and Mexican (145 | 2.4%), together accounting for 72.1% of all Oelwein residents.
Ancestry in Oelwein
Ancestry# Population% Population
American60410.2%
Belgian911.5%
Bulgarian100.2%
Burmese400.7%
Chippewa50.1%
Crow20.0%
Czech230.4%
Danish240.4%
Dutch801.3%
Eastern European90.2%
English4898.2%
Estonian80.1%
European571.0%
French1372.3%
French Canadian60.1%
German1,99833.7%
Greek90.2%
Hungarian290.5%
Indian (Asian)250.4%
Irish1,04117.5%
Italian1352.3%
Latvian210.4%
Luxembourger180.3%
Mexican1452.4%
Northern European320.5%
Norwegian1292.2%
Polish250.4%
Portuguese90.2%
Russian200.3%
Scandinavian70.1%
Scotch-Irish430.7%
Scottish611.0%
Sioux180.3%
Swedish70.1%
Swiss110.2%
Thai591.0%
Welsh611.0%
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Immigrants in Oelwein

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Oelwein came from Asia (1 | 0.0%), Eastern Asia (1 | 0.0%), and Korea (1 | 0.0%), together accounting for 0.1% of all Oelwein residents.
Immigrants in Oelwein
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia10.0%
Eastern Asia10.0%
Korea10.0%
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Sex and Age in Oelwein

Sex and Age in Oelwein

The most populous age groups in Oelwein are 55 to 59 Years (268 | 8.9%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (281 | 9.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Oelwein
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years166 (5.5%)142 (4.9%)
5 to 9 Years260 (8.6%)113 (3.9%)
10 to 14 Years157 (5.2%)138 (4.7%)
15 to 19 Years144 (4.8%)172 (5.9%)
20 to 24 Years120 (4.0%)148 (5.1%)
25 to 29 Years224 (7.4%)181 (6.2%)
30 to 34 Years202 (6.7%)157 (5.4%)
35 to 39 Years203 (6.8%)162 (5.5%)
40 to 44 Years267 (8.9%)98 (3.4%)
45 to 49 Years136 (4.5%)212 (7.2%)
50 to 54 Years178 (5.9%)157 (5.4%)
55 to 59 Years268 (8.9%)254 (8.7%)
60 to 64 Years184 (6.1%)151 (5.2%)
65 to 69 Years143 (4.8%)281 (9.6%)
70 to 74 Years148 (4.9%)126 (4.3%)
75 to 79 Years68 (2.3%)153 (5.2%)
80 to 84 Years53 (1.8%)120 (4.1%)
85 Years and over87 (2.9%)161 (5.5%)
Total3,008 (100.0%)2,926 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Oelwein

Median Family Size in Oelwein

The median family size in Oelwein is 2.88 persons per family, with single male/father families (105 | 7.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.02 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (315 | 22.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.71 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Oelwein
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple987 (70.2%)2.92
Single Male/Father105 (7.5%)3.02
Single Female/Mother315 (22.4%)2.71
Total Families1,407 (100.0%)2.88

Median Household Size in Oelwein

The median household size in Oelwein is 2.20 persons per household, with single male/father households (105 | 4.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.31 persons per household. non-family households (1,221 | 46.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Oelwein
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple987 (37.6%)2.98
Single Male/Father105 (4.0%)3.31
Single Female/Mother315 (12.0%)3.19
Non-family1,221 (46.5%)1.21
Total Households2,628 (100.0%)2.20

Household Size by Marriage Status in Oelwein

Out of a total of 2,628 households in Oelwein, 1,407 (53.5%) are family households, while 1,221 (46.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 632, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,090.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Oelwein
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,090 (41.5%)
2-Person Households632 (24.0%)127 (4.8%)
3-Person Households314 (11.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households273 (10.4%)4 (0.2%)
5-Person Households170 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households7 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households11 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,407 (53.5%)1,221 (46.5%)

Female Fertility in Oelwein

Fertility by Age in Oelwein

Average fertility rate in Oelwein is 97.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 235.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Oelwein
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years114 (100.0%)235.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total114 (100.0%)97.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Oelwein

57.0% of women with births (114) in Oelwein are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 43.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 43.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Oelwein
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years65 (57.0%)49 (43.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total65 (57.0%)49 (43.0%)

Fertility by Education in Oelwein

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Oelwein
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma83 (72.8%)231.0
College or Associate's Degree19 (16.7%)52.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree12 (10.5%)121.0
Total114 (100.0%)97.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Oelwein

43.0% of women with births in Oelwein 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 college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 73.7% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Oelwein
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma48 (57.8%)35 (42.2%)
College or Associate's Degree5 (26.3%)14 (73.7%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total65 (57.0%)49 (43.0%)

Income in Oelwein

Income Overview in Oelwein

Per Capita Income in Oelwein is $26,500, while median incomes of families and households are $58,806 and $41,629 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income5,934$26,500
Median Family Income1,407$58,806
Mean Family Income1,407$72,899
Median Household Income2,628$41,629
Mean Household Income2,628$57,561
Income Deficit1,407$17,088
Wage / Income Gap (%)5,93440.95%
Wage / Income Gap ($)5,93459.05¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5,9340.46

Earnings by Sex in Oelwein

Average Earnings in Oelwein are $32,705, $43,661 for men and $25,784 for women, a difference of 40.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Oelwein
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,496 (54.5%)$43,661
Female1,248 (45.5%)$25,784
Total2,744 (100.0%)$32,705

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Oelwein

The most common earnings brackets in Oelwein are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (239 | 16.0%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (196 | 15.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Oelwein
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less42 (2.8%)162 (13.0%)
$2,500 to $4,99953 (3.5%)8 (0.6%)
$5,000 to $7,499126 (8.4%)88 (7.0%)
$7,500 to $9,99995 (6.4%)2 (0.2%)
$10,000 to $12,49947 (3.1%)43 (3.5%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)8 (0.6%)
$15,000 to $17,49924 (1.6%)75 (6.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)32 (2.6%)
$20,000 to $22,49934 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)169 (13.5%)
$25,000 to $29,99978 (5.2%)196 (15.7%)
$30,000 to $34,999125 (8.4%)66 (5.3%)
$35,000 to $39,999102 (6.8%)36 (2.9%)
$40,000 to $44,99937 (2.5%)111 (8.9%)
$45,000 to $49,999137 (9.2%)16 (1.3%)
$50,000 to $54,999114 (7.6%)39 (3.1%)
$55,000 to $64,999239 (16.0%)70 (5.6%)
$65,000 to $74,99967 (4.5%)38 (3.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99987 (5.8%)34 (2.7%)
$100,000+89 (5.9%)55 (4.4%)
Total1,496 (100.0%)1,248 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Oelwein

Average earnings in Oelwein are $45,867 for men and $27,282 for women, a difference of 40.5%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $115,074, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $36,696. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $66,771, while those with bachelor's degree education have the smallest earnings of $16,667.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Oelwein
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$49,236$33,750
High School Diploma$36,696$29,706
College or Associate's Degree$51,486$23,157
Bachelor's Degree$73,333$16,667
Graduate Degree$115,074$66,771
Total$45,867$27,282

Family Income in Oelwein

Family Income Brackets in Oelwein

According to the Oelwein family income data, there are 353 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.1% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 23 families (1.6%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Oelwein
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001248.8%
$10,000 to $14,999624.4%
$15,000 to $24,999896.3%
$25,000 to $34,99914910.6%
$35,000 to $49,99915310.9%
$50,000 to $74,99935325.1%
$75,000 to $99,99921115.0%
$100,000 to $149,99918713.3%
$150,000 to $199,999231.6%
$200,000+564.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Oelwein

5-person families (63 | 4.5%) account for the highest median family income in Oelwein with $103,229 per family, while 2-person families (721 | 51.2%) have the highest median income of $28,742 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Oelwein
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families721 (51.2%)$57,483
3-Person Families320 (22.7%)$60,568
4-Person Families285 (20.3%)$43,175
5-Person Families63 (4.5%)$103,229
6-Person Families7 (0.5%)$0
7+ Person Families11 (0.8%)$0
Total1,407 (100.0%)$58,806

Family Income by Number of Earners in Oelwein

The median family income in Oelwein is $58,806, with families comprising 3+ earners (48) having the highest median family income of $147,857, while families with no earners (223) have the lowest median family income of $32,218, accounting for 3.4% and 15.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Oelwein
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners223 (15.9%)$32,218
1 Earner691 (49.1%)$43,542
2 Earners445 (31.6%)$92,344
3+ Earners48 (3.4%)$147,857
Total1,407 (100.0%)$58,806

Household Income in Oelwein

Household Income Brackets in Oelwein

With 442 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Oelwein, accounting for 16.8% of all households. In contrast, only 24 households (0.9%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Oelwein
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001686.4%
$10,000 to $14,99928110.7%
$15,000 to $24,99935713.6%
$25,000 to $34,99938914.8%
$35,000 to $49,99929711.3%
$50,000 to $74,99944216.8%
$75,000 to $99,99932612.4%
$100,000 to $149,99928911.0%
$150,000 to $199,999240.9%
$200,000+552.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Oelwein

The median household income in Oelwein is $41,629, with the highest median household income of $61,649 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 714 households (27.2%) 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 145 households (5.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Oelwein
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years145 (5.5%)$0
25 to 44 Years714 (27.2%)$61,649
45 to 64 Years882 (33.6%)$47,619
65+ Years887 (33.8%)$27,210
Total2,628 (100.0%)$41,629

Poverty in Oelwein

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Oelwein

With 16.8% poverty level for males and 18.2% for females among the residents of Oelwein, 6 to 11 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 87 males (34.5%) and 75 females (52.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Oelwein
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years13 (8.7%)75 (52.8%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years87 (34.5%)13 (8.2%)
12 to 14 Years10 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)17 (24.3%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years34 (23.4%)78 (33.1%)
25 to 34 Years90 (21.1%)122 (36.1%)
35 to 44 Years122 (26.0%)53 (20.4%)
45 to 54 Years26 (8.3%)41 (11.1%)
55 to 64 Years92 (20.3%)13 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)57 (14.2%)
75 Years and over14 (9.8%)50 (13.4%)
Total488 (16.8%)519 (18.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Oelwein

According to the poverty statistics in Oelwein, males aged 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.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Oelwein
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years137 (91.3%)67 (47.2%)
5 Years24 (100.0%)33 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years165 (65.5%)145 (91.8%)
12 to 14 Years131 (92.9%)60 (100.0%)
15 Years29 (100.0%)53 (75.7%)
16 and 17 Years90 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years111 (76.5%)158 (66.9%)
25 to 34 Years336 (78.9%)216 (63.9%)
35 to 44 Years348 (74.0%)207 (79.6%)
45 to 54 Years288 (91.7%)328 (88.9%)
55 to 64 Years360 (79.6%)392 (96.8%)
65 to 74 Years276 (100.0%)344 (85.8%)
75 Years and over129 (90.2%)322 (86.6%)
Total2,424 (83.2%)2,339 (81.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Oelwein

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Oelwein show that 6.9% or 68 of the total 987 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 12.6%, comprising of 47 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Oelwein
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children527 (96.2%)21 (3.8%)
1 or 2 Children326 (87.4%)47 (12.6%)
3 or 4 Children66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total919 (93.1%)68 (6.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Oelwein

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Oelwein
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)8 (11.1%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)50 (27.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)60 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)118 (37.5%)

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

The poverty data for Oelwein shows that 68 of the married-couple family households (6.9%) and 118 of the single-parent households (28.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 47 households (12.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 60 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Oelwein
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children21 (3.8%)8 (5.6%)
1 or 2 Children47 (12.6%)50 (22.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)60 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total68 (6.9%)118 (28.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Oelwein

Employment by Class of Employer in Oelwein

Among the 2,311 employed individuals in Oelwein, private company employees (1,692 | 73.2%), local government employees (193 | 8.4%), and not-for-profit organizations (190 | 8.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Oelwein
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,69273.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1144.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)803.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations1908.2%
Local Government Employees1938.4%
State Government Employees321.4%
Federal Government Employees100.4%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total2,311100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Oelwein

According to the labor force statistics for Oelwein, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,859), 51.6% or 2,507 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.7% or 168 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 88.1% or 236 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 36.0% or 85 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Oelwein
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years44 (20.3%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years236 (88.1%)85 (36.0%)
25 to 29 Years309 (76.3%)5 (1.6%)
30 to 34 Years295 (82.2%)40 (13.6%)
35 to 44 Years467 (64.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years522 (76.4%)21 (4.0%)
55 to 59 Years342 (65.5%)9 (2.6%)
60 to 64 Years155 (46.3%)2 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years126 (18.1%)5 (4.0%)
75 Years and over9 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,507 (51.6%)168 (6.7%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Oelwein

According to labor force statistics for Oelwein, 68.9% of individuals (2,090) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,034) are in the labor force, with 3.7% or 77 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 79.4% or 820 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.7% or 40 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Oelwein
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School143 (51.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma850 (62.5%)64 (4.7%)
College / Associate Degree820 (79.4%)35 (3.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher277 (76.5%)12 (3.2%)
Total2,090 (68.9%)112 (3.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Oelwein

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Oelwein are Management (252 | 10.8%), Community & Social Service (134 | 5.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (96 | 4.1%), Health Technologists (91 | 3.9%), and Education Instruction & Library (55 | 2.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Oelwein

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Oelwein, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (80.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (88.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Oelwein
OccupationMaleFemale
Management103 (40.9%)149 (59.1%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science15 (28.8%)37 (71.2%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science4 (11.8%)30 (88.2%)
Community & Social Service 70 (52.2%)64 (47.8%)
Education, Arts & Media4 (25.0%)12 (75.0%)
Legal Services & Support22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library11 (20.0%)44 (80.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment33 (80.5%)8 (19.5%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating22 (22.9%)74 (77.1%)
Health Technologists22 (24.2%)69 (75.8%)
Total (Category)210 (39.0%)329 (61.0%)
Total (Overall)1,326 (56.7%)1,012 (43.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Oelwein are Healthcare Support (139 | 5.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (125 | 5.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (79 | 3.4%), Security & Protection (74 | 3.2%), and Law Enforcement (61 | 2.6%).
Services Occupations in Oelwein

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Oelwein, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (82.4%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (72.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (92.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Oelwein
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support47 (33.8%)92 (66.2%)
Security & Protection61 (82.4%)13 (17.6%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Law Enforcement61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving9 (7.2%)116 (92.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance57 (72.2%)22 (27.9%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)43 (100.0%)
Total (Category)174 (37.8%)286 (62.2%)
Total (Overall)1,326 (56.7%)1,012 (43.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Oelwein are Office & Administration (228 | 9.8%), and Sales & Related (136 | 5.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Oelwein

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Oelwein
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related58 (42.6%)78 (57.4%)
Office & Administration55 (24.1%)173 (75.9%)
Total (Category)113 (31.0%)251 (69.0%)
Total (Overall)1,326 (56.7%)1,012 (43.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Oelwein are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (95 | 4.1%), Construction & Extraction (89 | 3.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (8 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Oelwein

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Oelwein
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction89 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair95 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)192 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,326 (56.7%)1,012 (43.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Oelwein are Production (496 | 21.2%), Material Moving (232 | 9.9%), and Transportation (55 | 2.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Oelwein

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Oelwein
OccupationMaleFemale
Production383 (77.2%)113 (22.8%)
Transportation42 (76.4%)13 (23.6%)
Material Moving212 (91.4%)20 (8.6%)
Total (Category)637 (81.4%)146 (18.6%)
Total (Overall)1,326 (56.7%)1,012 (43.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Oelwein

Employment Industries in Oelwein

The major employment industries in Oelwein include Manufacturing (664 | 28.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (368 | 15.7%), Retail Trade (221 | 9.5%), Construction (145 | 6.2%), and Accommodation & Food Services (130 | 5.6%).
Employment Industries in Oelwein

Employment Industries by Sex in Oelwein

The Oelwein industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (81.7%), Accommodation & Food Services (80.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (78.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Oelwein
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction145 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing480 (72.3%)184 (27.7%)
Wholesale Trade13 (56.5%)10 (43.5%)
Retail Trade114 (51.6%)107 (48.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing61 (82.4%)13 (17.6%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information16 (72.7%)6 (27.3%)
Finance & Insurance11 (26.2%)31 (73.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific65 (79.3%)17 (20.7%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support23 (47.9%)25 (52.1%)
Educational Services21 (18.3%)94 (81.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance78 (21.2%)290 (78.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation17 (77.3%)5 (22.7%)
Accommodation & Food Services26 (20.0%)104 (80.0%)
Public Administration78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,326 (56.7%)1,012 (43.3%)

Education in Oelwein

School Enrollment in Oelwein

The most common levels of schooling among the 989 students in Oelwein are elementary school (274 | 27.7%), middle school (266 | 26.9%), and high school (258 | 26.1%).
School Enrollment in Oelwein
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool919.2%
Kindergarten888.9%
Elementary School27427.7%
Middle School26626.9%
High School25826.1%
College / Undergraduate121.2%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total989100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Oelwein

Out of a total of 989 students who are enrolled in schools in Oelwein, 133 (13.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 856 (86.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 12 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 358 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Oelwein
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds13 (15.3%)72 (84.7%)
5 to 9 Year Old358 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds263 (89.1%)32 (10.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds186 (91.6%)17 (8.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total856 (86.6%)133 (13.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Oelwein

Education (241 | 38.9%), science & technology (62 | 10.0%), arts & humanities (61 | 9.9%), business (41 | 6.6%), and bio, nature & agricultural (40 | 6.5%) are the most common fields of study among 619 individuals in Oelwein who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Oelwein
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics111.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural406.5%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology355.7%
Social Sciences386.1%
Engineering203.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies162.6%
Science & Technology6210.0%
Business416.6%
Education24138.9%
Literature & Languages81.3%
Liberal Arts & History376.0%
Visual & Performing Arts30.5%
Communications61.0%
Arts & Humanities619.9%
Total619100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Oelwein

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Oelwein

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Oelwein are males with 2 vehicles (623, accounting for 47.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (425, making up 62.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Oelwein
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle67 (5.1%)17 (1.7%)
1 Vehicle157 (12.0%)259 (25.9%)
2 Vehicles623 (47.6%)425 (42.5%)
3 Vehicles306 (23.4%)222 (22.2%)
4 Vehicles116 (8.8%)76 (7.6%)
5 or more Vehicles41 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,310 (100.0%)999 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Oelwein

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Oelwein are 5 to 9 minutes (625 commuters, 28.4%), less than 5 minutes (334 commuters, 15.2%), and 10 to 14 minutes (294 commuters, 13.4%).
Commute Time in Oelwein
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes33415.2%
5 to 9 Minutes62528.4%
10 to 14 Minutes29413.4%
15 to 19 Minutes763.5%
20 to 24 Minutes1798.1%
25 to 29 Minutes1135.1%
30 to 34 Minutes1707.7%
35 to 39 Minutes190.9%
40 to 44 Minutes733.3%
45 to 59 Minutes1577.1%
60 to 89 Minutes522.4%
90 or more Minutes1064.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Oelwein

The most common commute times in Oelwein are 5 to 9 minutes (260 commuters, 21.7%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (365 commuters, 36.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Oelwein
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes173 (14.4%)161 (16.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes260 (21.7%)365 (36.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes238 (19.9%)56 (5.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes38 (3.2%)38 (3.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes102 (8.5%)77 (7.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes31 (2.6%)82 (8.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes129 (10.8%)41 (4.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes5 (0.4%)14 (1.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes37 (3.1%)36 (3.6%)
45 to 59 Minutes86 (7.2%)71 (7.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes52 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes48 (4.0%)58 (5.8%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Oelwein

The most frequent times of departure to work in Oelwein are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (165, 13.8%) for males and 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (201, 20.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Oelwein
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM149 (12.4%)38 (3.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM102 (8.5%)34 (3.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM121 (10.1%)201 (20.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM9 (0.7%)107 (10.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM120 (10.0%)43 (4.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM157 (13.1%)168 (16.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM124 (10.3%)56 (5.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM25 (2.1%)116 (11.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM9 (0.7%)47 (4.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM75 (6.3%)48 (4.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM25 (2.1%)12 (1.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM8 (0.7%)10 (1.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM165 (13.8%)25 (2.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM110 (9.2%)94 (9.4%)
Total1,199 (100.0%)999 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Oelwein

Occupancy by Ownership in Oelwein

Of the total 2,628 dwellings in Oelwein, owner-occupied units account for 1,925 (73.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 703 (26.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Oelwein
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,92573.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units70326.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,628100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Oelwein

Occupancy by Household Size in Oelwein
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,09041.5%
2-Person Household75928.9%
3-Person Household31411.9%
4+ Person Household46517.7%
Total Housing Units2,628100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Oelwein

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Oelwein
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household642 (58.9%)448 (41.1%)
2-Person Household680 (89.6%)79 (10.4%)
3-Person Household241 (76.7%)73 (23.3%)
4+ Person Household362 (77.8%)103 (22.2%)
Total Housing Units1,925 (73.3%)703 (26.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Oelwein

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Oelwein
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School124 (52.1%)114 (47.9%)
High School Diploma765 (71.5%)305 (28.5%)
College/Associate Degree692 (74.7%)234 (25.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher344 (87.3%)50 (12.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Oelwein

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Oelwein
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years51119.4%
35 to 44 Years34813.2%
45 to 54 Years38414.6%
55 to 64 Years49819.0%
65 to 74 Years48718.5%
75 to 84 Years28710.9%
85 Years and Over1134.3%
Total2,628100.0%

Housing Finances in Oelwein

Median Income by Occupancy in Oelwein

Median Income by Occupancy in Oelwein
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,925 (73.3%)$55,436
Renter-Occupied703 (26.8%)$25,074
Average2,628 (100.0%)$41,629

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Oelwein

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Oelwein
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00042 (2.2%)15 (2.1%)
$5,000 to $9,99917 (0.9%)94 (13.4%)
$10,000 to $14,999150 (7.8%)130 (18.5%)
$15,000 to $19,999134 (7.0%)96 (13.7%)
$20,000 to $24,999113 (5.9%)14 (2.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999220 (11.4%)170 (24.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999243 (12.6%)55 (7.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999398 (20.7%)43 (6.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999239 (12.4%)86 (12.2%)
$100,000 to $149,999290 (15.1%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more79 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,925 (100.0%)703 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Oelwein

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Oelwein
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30047 (2.4%)59 (8.4%)
$300 to $499530 (27.5%)59 (8.4%)
$500 to $799463 (24.0%)230 (32.7%)
$800 to $999205 (10.6%)92 (13.1%)
$1,000 to $1,499440 (22.9%)210 (29.9%)
$1,500 to $1,999240 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)26 (3.7%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,925 (100.0%)703 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Oelwein

Housing Structures in Oelwein

Housing Structures in Oelwein
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,26486.2%
Single Unit, Attached401.5%
2 Unit Apartments421.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1455.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments331.3%
10 or more Apartments321.2%
Mobile Home / Other722.7%
Total2,628100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Oelwein

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Oelwein
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,819 (80.3%)445 (19.7%)
Single Unit, Attached34 (85.0%)6 (15.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)145 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other72 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,925 (73.3%)703 (26.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Oelwein

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Oelwein
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)18 (2.6%)
2 or 3 Rooms8 (0.4%)198 (28.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms586 (30.4%)158 (22.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms708 (36.8%)274 (39.0%)
8 or more Rooms623 (32.4%)55 (7.8%)
Total1,925 (100.0%)703 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Oelwein

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Oelwein
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,590 (82.6%)400 (56.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas19 (1.0%)48 (6.8%)
Electricity293 (15.2%)255 (36.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels23 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,925 (100.0%)703 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Oelwein

Household Vehicle Usage in Oelwein
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle13 (0.7%)165 (23.5%)
1 Vehicle734 (38.1%)353 (50.2%)
2 Vehicles707 (36.7%)132 (18.8%)
3 or more Vehicles471 (24.5%)53 (7.5%)
Total1,925 (100.0%)703 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Oelwein

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Oelwein

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units9101,015
Median Property Value$83,500$117,300
Median Household Income$41,288$57
Monthly Housing Costs$470$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,241$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Oelwein

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Oelwein
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000302 (33.2%)84 (8.3%)
$50,000 to $99,999280 (30.8%)341 (33.6%)
$100,000 to $299,999311 (34.2%)568 (56.0%)
$300,000 to $499,99917 (1.9%)22 (2.2%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total910 (100.0%)1,015 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Oelwein

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Oelwein
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00059 (6.5%)62 (6.1%)
$10,000 to $24,999201 (22.1%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999156 (17.1%)196 (19.3%)
$35,000 to $49,999141 (15.5%)64 (6.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999214 (23.5%)102 (10.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99988 (9.7%)184 (18.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99929 (3.2%)151 (14.9%)
$150,000 or more22 (2.4%)261 (25.7%)
Total910 (100.0%)1,015 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Oelwein

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Oelwein
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x480 (52.7%)65,179 (6,421.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x133 (14.6%)529 (52.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x123 (13.5%)212 (20.9%)
4.0x or more168 (18.5%)100 (9.9%)
Total910 (100.0%)1,015 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Oelwein

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Oelwein
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800286 (31.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499242 (26.6%)189 (18.6%)
$800 to $1,499377 (41.4%)238 (23.4%)
Total910 (100.0%)1,015 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Oelwein

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Oelwein

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Oelwein
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years365 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years801 (88.8%)101 (11.2%)
19 to 25 Years354 (89.2%)43 (10.8%)
26 to 34 Years583 (88.3%)77 (11.7%)
35 to 44 Years704 (96.4%)26 (3.6%)
45 to 54 Years587 (85.9%)96 (14.1%)
55 to 64 Years833 (97.2%)24 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years677 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older515 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,419 (93.7%)367 (6.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Oelwein

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Oelwein
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born365 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen801 (88.8%)101 (11.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen354 (89.2%)43 (10.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Oelwein

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Oelwein
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,182 (97.9%)26 (2.1%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,246 (91.1%)122 (8.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999901 (99.0%)9 (1.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999881 (91.2%)85 (8.8%)
$100,000 and over1,198 (90.6%)124 (9.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Oelwein

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Oelwein
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6268 (73.4%)132 (36.2%)
6 to 18 Years395 (43.8%)450 (49.9%)
19 to 25 Years152 (38.3%)282 (71.0%)
25 to 34 Years138 (20.9%)445 (67.4%)
35 to 44 Years373 (51.1%)342 (46.9%)
45 to 54 Years207 (30.3%)402 (58.9%)
55 to 64 Years369 (43.1%)510 (59.5%)
65 to 74 Years677 (100.0%)338 (49.9%)
75 Years and over515 (100.0%)425 (82.5%)
Total3,094 (53.5%)3,326 (57.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Oelwein

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Oelwein
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years47 (28.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years59 (11.0%)13 (3.9%)
18 to 34 Years36 (6.3%)32 (5.6%)
35 to 64 Years438 (35.4%)295 (28.5%)
65 to 74 Years75 (27.2%)147 (36.7%)
75 Years and over121 (84.6%)171 (46.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Oelwein

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Oelwein: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years47 (28.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years142 (11.5%)71 (6.9%)
65 to 74 Years31 (11.2%)42 (10.5%)
75 Years and over72 (50.3%)109 (29.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Oelwein: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years110 (8.9%)28 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)23 (5.7%)
75 Years and over19 (13.3%)26 (7.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Oelwein: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years59 (11.0%)13 (3.9%)
18 to 34 Years36 (6.3%)32 (5.6%)
35 to 64 Years215 (17.4%)119 (11.5%)
65 to 74 Years7 (2.5%)41 (10.2%)
75 Years and over9 (6.3%)38 (10.2%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Oelwein: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years165 (13.4%)136 (13.2%)
65 to 74 Years53 (19.2%)133 (33.2%)
75 Years and over92 (64.3%)61 (16.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Oelwein: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years2 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years13 (1.1%)107 (10.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)12 (3.0%)
75 Years and over35 (24.5%)35 (9.4%)

Technology Access in Oelwein

Computing Device Access in Oelwein

Computing Device Access in Oelwein
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,79468.3%
Smartphone2,08179.2%
Tablet1,31750.1%
No Computing Device26710.2%
Total2,628100.0%

Internet Access in Oelwein

Internet Access in Oelwein
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,59660.7%
Cellular Data Only46217.6%
Satellite Internet1475.6%
No Internet42816.3%
Total2,628100.0%

Oelwein Summary

Oelwein, Iowa is a small city located in Fayette County in the northeastern part of the state. It is situated along the Cedar River and is part of the Waterloo-Cedar Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city has a population of approximately 6,000 people and is known for its strong sense of community and its commitment to preserving its historic downtown.

Geography

Oelwein is located in the northeastern part of Iowa, in Fayette County. It is situated along the Cedar River, which flows through the city and is a major source of recreation for the area. The city is located approximately 90 miles northeast of Des Moines and is part of the Waterloo-Cedar Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland, and is home to several parks and recreational areas.

History

Oelwein was founded in 1873 by German immigrants who were looking for a place to settle and start a new life. The city was named after Oelwein, Germany, and was incorporated in 1876. The city quickly grew and became a major hub for the railroad industry, with several major railroads running through the city. The city also became a major agricultural center, with several large farms located in the area.
In the early 1900s, Oelwein experienced a period of rapid growth and development. The city was home to several large factories, including a flour mill, a creamery, and a canning factory. The city also became a major center for the coal mining industry, with several large mines located in the area.

Economy

Oelwein’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several large farms, and the surrounding area is known for its production of corn, soybeans, and other crops. The city is also home to several large manufacturing companies, including a flour mill, a creamery, and a canning factory. The city is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Oelwein had a population of 6,073 people. The racial makeup of the city was 95.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.3% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in Oelwein was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $45,938. The per capita income for the city was $19,945. 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 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Oelwein is a small city with a strong sense of community and a commitment to preserving its historic downtown. The city is home to several large farms and manufacturing companies, and is a major center for the coal mining industry. The city is also home to several small businesses, and is known for its commitment to preserving its historic downtown.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Oelwein?
Total Population of Oelwein is 5,934.
What is the Total Male Population of Oelwein?
Total Male Population of Oelwein is 3,008.
What is the Total Female Population of Oelwein?
Total Female Population of Oelwein is 2,926.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Oelwein?
There are 102.80 Males per 100 Females in Oelwein.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Oelwein?
There are 97.27 Females per 100 Males in Oelwein.
What is the Median Population Age in Oelwein?
Median Population Age in Oelwein is 44.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Oelwein
Average Family Size in Oelwein is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Oelwein
Average Household Size in Oelwein is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Oelwein?
Per Capita income in Oelwein is $26,500.
What is the Median Family Income in Oelwein?
Median Family Income in Oelwein is $58,806.
What is the Median Household income in Oelwein?
Median Household Income in Oelwein is $41,629.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Oelwein?
Income or Wage Gap in Oelwein is 40.9%.
Women in Oelwein earn 59.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Oelwein?
Family Income Deficit in Oelwein is $17,088.
Families that are below poverty line in Oelwein earn $17,088 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Oelwein?
Inequality or Gini Index in Oelwein is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Oelwein?
There are 2,507 People in the Labor Forcein in Oelwein.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Oelwein?
51.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Oelwein.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Oelwein?
Unemployment Rate in Oelwein is 6.7%.