Sigourney, IA

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1,835
TOTAL POPULATION
963
MALE POPULATION
872
FEMALE POPULATION
110.44
MALES / 100 FEMALES
90.55
FEMALES / 100 MALES
50.5
MEDIAN AGE
2.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,823
PER CAPITA INCOME
$71,328
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$49,688
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
8.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
91.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
819
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
51.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Sigourney Zip Codes

Sigourney Area Codes

Race in Sigourney

The most populous races in Sigourney are White / Caucasian (1,787 | 97.4%), Two or more Races (22 | 1.2%), and Black / African American (19 | 1.0%).
Race in Sigourney
Race# Population% Population
Asian10.1%
Black / African American191.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino60.3%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,78797.4%
Two or more Races221.2%
Some other Race60.3%
Total1,835100.0%

Ancestry in Sigourney

The most populous ancestries reported in Sigourney are German (635 | 34.6%), Irish (191 | 10.4%), American (168 | 9.2%), English (133 | 7.2%), and Dutch (74 | 4.0%), together accounting for 65.4% of all Sigourney residents.
Ancestry in Sigourney
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1689.2%
Austrian70.4%
Belgian50.3%
British80.4%
Canadian60.3%
Danish80.4%
Dutch744.0%
English1337.2%
European553.0%
French181.0%
German63534.6%
Irish19110.4%
Korean150.8%
Liberian10.1%
Mexican60.3%
Norwegian301.6%
Scotch-Irish211.1%
Scottish221.2%
Subsaharan African50.3%
Swedish462.5%
Swiss90.5%
Ukrainian80.4%
Welsh251.4%
West Indian30.2%
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Immigrants in Sigourney

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Sigourney came from Latin America (14 | 0.8%), Barbados (8 | 0.4%), Caribbean (8 | 0.4%), Central America (6 | 0.3%), and Mexico (6 | 0.3%), together accounting for 2.3% of all Sigourney residents.
Immigrants in Sigourney
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa50.3%
Barbados80.4%
Caribbean80.4%
Central America60.3%
Eastern Africa40.2%
Latin America140.8%
Liberia10.1%
Mexico60.3%
Western Africa10.1%
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Sex and Age in Sigourney

Sex and Age in Sigourney

The most populous age groups in Sigourney are 65 to 69 Years (97 | 10.1%) for men and 85 Years and over (120 | 13.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Sigourney
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years43 (4.5%)14 (1.6%)
5 to 9 Years36 (3.7%)23 (2.6%)
10 to 14 Years67 (7.0%)40 (4.6%)
15 to 19 Years50 (5.2%)43 (4.9%)
20 to 24 Years70 (7.3%)6 (0.7%)
25 to 29 Years78 (8.1%)36 (4.1%)
30 to 34 Years34 (3.5%)49 (5.6%)
35 to 39 Years54 (5.6%)49 (5.6%)
40 to 44 Years69 (7.2%)60 (6.9%)
45 to 49 Years75 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
50 to 54 Years54 (5.6%)76 (8.7%)
55 to 59 Years45 (4.7%)68 (7.8%)
60 to 64 Years48 (5.0%)49 (5.6%)
65 to 69 Years97 (10.1%)65 (7.4%)
70 to 74 Years16 (1.7%)42 (4.8%)
75 to 79 Years14 (1.5%)91 (10.4%)
80 to 84 Years68 (7.1%)41 (4.7%)
85 Years and over45 (4.7%)120 (13.8%)
Total963 (100.0%)872 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Sigourney

Median Family Size in Sigourney

The median family size in Sigourney is 2.64 persons per family, with single male/father families (52 | 11.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (67 | 14.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.51 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Sigourney
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple355 (74.9%)2.61
Single Male/Father52 (11.0%)3.00
Single Female/Mother67 (14.1%)2.51
Total Families474 (100.0%)2.64

Median Household Size in Sigourney

The median household size in Sigourney is 1.97 persons per household, with single male/father households (52 | 6.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.25 persons per household. non-family households (399 | 45.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.10 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Sigourney
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple355 (40.7%)2.61
Single Male/Father52 (6.0%)3.25
Single Female/Mother67 (7.7%)2.75
Non-family399 (45.7%)1.10
Total Households873 (100.0%)1.97

Household Size by Marriage Status in Sigourney

Out of a total of 873 households in Sigourney, 474 (54.3%) are family households, while 399 (45.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 300, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 364.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Sigourney
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-364 (41.7%)
2-Person Households300 (34.4%)25 (2.9%)
3-Person Households97 (11.1%)10 (1.1%)
4-Person Households57 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households20 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total474 (54.3%)399 (45.7%)

Female Fertility in Sigourney

Fertility by Age in Sigourney

Average fertility rate in Sigourney is 62.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 187.0 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 Sigourney
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years17 (100.0%)187.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total17 (100.0%)62.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sigourney

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sigourney
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Sigourney

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Sigourney
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree7 (41.2%)69.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree10 (58.8%)667.0
Total17 (100.0%)62.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sigourney

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sigourney
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Sigourney

Income Overview in Sigourney

Per Capita Income in Sigourney is $31,823, while median incomes of families and households are $71,328 and $49,688 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,835$31,823
Median Family Income474$71,328
Mean Family Income474$76,948
Median Household Income873$49,688
Mean Household Income873$64,353
Income Deficit474$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,8358.06%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,83591.94¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,8350.44

Earnings by Sex in Sigourney

Average Earnings in Sigourney are $35,236, $36,182 for men and $33,264 for women, a difference of 8.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Sigourney
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male511 (60.6%)$36,182
Female333 (39.5%)$33,264
Total844 (100.0%)$35,236

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sigourney

The most common earnings brackets in Sigourney are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (65 | 12.7%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (47 | 14.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sigourney
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less32 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,99920 (3.9%)43 (12.9%)
$5,000 to $7,49915 (2.9%)5 (1.5%)
$7,500 to $9,99948 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4995 (1.0%)5 (1.5%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)10 (3.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99938 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4999 (1.8%)16 (4.8%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)16 (4.8%)
$25,000 to $29,99928 (5.5%)47 (14.1%)
$30,000 to $34,99943 (8.4%)37 (11.1%)
$35,000 to $39,99937 (7.2%)21 (6.3%)
$40,000 to $44,99939 (7.6%)23 (6.9%)
$45,000 to $49,99928 (5.5%)41 (12.3%)
$50,000 to $54,99935 (6.9%)14 (4.2%)
$55,000 to $64,99929 (5.7%)4 (1.2%)
$65,000 to $74,99914 (2.7%)12 (3.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99965 (12.7%)39 (11.7%)
$100,000+26 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total511 (100.0%)333 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sigourney

Average earnings in Sigourney are $43,843 for men and $33,958 for women, a difference of 22.6%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $50,909, while those with graduate degree education earn the least with $34,688. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $45,208, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $26,307.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sigourney
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$44,706$26,307
College or Associate's Degree$50,909$37,500
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree$34,688$42,250
Total$43,843$33,958

Family Income in Sigourney

Family Income Brackets in Sigourney

According to the Sigourney family income data, there are 123 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.0% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 6 families (1.3%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Sigourney
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00091.9%
$10,000 to $14,999255.3%
$15,000 to $24,999377.8%
$25,000 to $34,999173.6%
$35,000 to $49,999459.5%
$50,000 to $74,99912325.9%
$75,000 to $99,9999019.0%
$100,000 to $149,9999119.2%
$150,000 to $199,999316.5%
$200,000+61.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sigourney

5-person families (20 | 4.2%) account for the highest median family income in Sigourney with $151,250 per family, while 3-person families (57 | 12.0%) have the highest median income of $34,184 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sigourney
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families340 (71.7%)$62,206
3-Person Families57 (12.0%)$102,552
4-Person Families57 (12.0%)$83,036
5-Person Families20 (4.2%)$151,250
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total474 (100.0%)$71,328

Family Income by Number of Earners in Sigourney

Family Income by Number of Earners in Sigourney
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners135 (28.5%)$0
1 Earner140 (29.5%)$78,036
2 Earners153 (32.3%)$83,750
3+ Earners46 (9.7%)$104,375
Total474 (100.0%)$71,328

Household Income in Sigourney

Household Income Brackets in Sigourney

With 155 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Sigourney, accounting for 17.7% of all households. In contrast, only 36 households (4.1%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Sigourney
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000404.6%
$10,000 to $14,999637.2%
$15,000 to $24,99914416.5%
$25,000 to $34,99910011.5%
$35,000 to $49,9999310.7%
$50,000 to $74,99915517.8%
$75,000 to $99,9999210.5%
$100,000 to $149,99911312.9%
$150,000 to $199,999364.1%
$200,000+374.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Sigourney

The median household income in Sigourney is $49,688, with the highest median household income of $62,500 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 218 households (25.0%) 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 15 households (1.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Sigourney
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years15 (1.7%)$0
25 to 44 Years218 (25.0%)$62,500
45 to 64 Years263 (30.1%)$59,583
65+ Years377 (43.2%)$33,438
Total873 (100.0%)$49,688

Poverty in Sigourney

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sigourney

With 14.6% poverty level for males and 11.8% for females among the residents of Sigourney, 6 to 11 year old males and 35 to 44 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 37 males (52.9%) and 29 females (26.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sigourney
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years37 (52.9%)6 (14.3%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years3 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years22 (19.8%)15 (17.6%)
35 to 44 Years10 (8.3%)29 (26.6%)
45 to 54 Years12 (9.3%)6 (7.9%)
55 to 64 Years4 (4.3%)4 (3.4%)
65 to 74 Years4 (3.5%)19 (17.8%)
75 Years and over43 (40.9%)16 (8.6%)
Total135 (14.6%)95 (11.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sigourney

According to the poverty statistics in Sigourney, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sigourney
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years43 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years33 (47.1%)36 (85.7%)
12 to 14 Years20 (100.0%)21 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years30 (100.0%)16 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years85 (96.6%)21 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years89 (80.2%)70 (82.4%)
35 to 44 Years110 (91.7%)80 (73.4%)
45 to 54 Years117 (90.7%)70 (92.1%)
55 to 64 Years89 (95.7%)113 (96.6%)
65 to 74 Years109 (96.5%)88 (82.2%)
75 Years and over62 (59.1%)170 (91.4%)
Total787 (85.4%)711 (88.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sigourney

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Sigourney show that 10.4% or 37 of the total 355 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 13.6%, comprising of 37 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sigourney
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children235 (86.4%)37 (13.6%)
1 or 2 Children78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total318 (89.6%)37 (10.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sigourney

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sigourney
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)34 (77.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)34 (50.7%)

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

The poverty data for Sigourney shows that 37 of the married-couple family households (10.4%) and 34 of the single-parent households (28.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 37 households (13.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 34 household (38.6%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Sigourney
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children37 (13.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)34 (38.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total37 (10.4%)34 (28.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Sigourney

Employment by Class of Employer in Sigourney

Among the 796 employed individuals in Sigourney, private company employees (533 | 67.0%), self-employed (not incorporated) (125 | 15.7%), and not-for-profit organizations (75 | 9.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Sigourney
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees53367.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)70.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)12515.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations759.4%
Local Government Employees475.9%
State Government Employees91.1%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total796100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Sigourney

According to the labor force statistics for Sigourney, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,600), 51.2% or 819 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.5% or 12 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 88.2% or 67 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 45 to 54 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 7.1% or 12 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Sigourney
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years33 (40.7%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years67 (88.2%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years94 (82.5%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years64 (77.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years190 (81.9%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years169 (82.4%)12 (7.1%)
55 to 59 Years87 (77.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years46 (47.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years55 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over14 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total819 (51.2%)12 (1.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sigourney

According to labor force statistics for Sigourney, 77.0% of individuals (650) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (844) are in the labor force, with 1.8% or 12 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 91.4% or 180 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.9% or 7 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sigourney
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School19 (35.8%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma181 (81.2%)9 (3.9%)
College / Associate Degree270 (72.8%)7 (1.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher180 (91.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total650 (77.0%)15 (1.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Sigourney

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sigourney are Community & Social Service (103 | 12.8%), Education Instruction & Library (76 | 9.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (62 | 7.7%), Health Technologists (45 | 5.6%), and Management (44 | 5.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Sigourney

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sigourney, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (75.0%), Health Technologists (71.1%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (71.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Sigourney
OccupationMaleFemale
Management19 (43.2%)25 (56.8%)
Business & Financial3 (25.0%)9 (75.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 71 (68.9%)32 (31.1%)
Education, Arts & Media9 (40.9%)13 (59.1%)
Legal Services & Support5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library57 (75.0%)19 (25.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating18 (29.0%)44 (71.0%)
Health Technologists13 (28.9%)32 (71.1%)
Total (Category)132 (54.5%)110 (45.5%)
Total (Overall)490 (60.7%)317 (39.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Sigourney are Healthcare Support (52 | 6.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (30 | 3.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (24 | 3.0%), Personal Care & Service (18 | 2.2%), and Security & Protection (3 | 0.4%).
Services Occupations in Sigourney

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Sigourney, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (58.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Sigourney
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)52 (100.0%)
Security & Protection3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance14 (58.3%)10 (41.7%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Total (Category)17 (13.4%)110 (86.6%)
Total (Overall)490 (60.7%)317 (39.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Sigourney are Sales & Related (60 | 7.4%), and Office & Administration (57 | 7.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Sigourney

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Sigourney
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related44 (73.3%)16 (26.7%)
Office & Administration20 (35.1%)37 (64.9%)
Total (Category)64 (54.7%)53 (45.3%)
Total (Overall)490 (60.7%)317 (39.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Sigourney are Construction & Extraction (66 | 8.2%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (46 | 5.7%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (24 | 3.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Sigourney

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Sigourney
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry18 (75.0%)6 (25.0%)
Construction & Extraction66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)130 (95.6%)6 (4.4%)
Total (Overall)490 (60.7%)317 (39.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Sigourney are Production (80 | 9.9%), Material Moving (55 | 6.8%), and Transportation (50 | 6.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Sigourney

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Sigourney
OccupationMaleFemale
Production59 (73.8%)21 (26.3%)
Transportation50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving38 (69.1%)17 (30.9%)
Total (Category)147 (79.5%)38 (20.5%)
Total (Overall)490 (60.7%)317 (39.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Sigourney

Employment Industries in Sigourney

The major employment industries in Sigourney include Health Care & Social Assistance (158 | 19.6%), Retail Trade (99 | 12.3%), Construction (90 | 11.2%), Manufacturing (89 | 11.0%), and Educational Services (85 | 10.5%).
Employment Industries in Sigourney

Employment Industries by Sex in Sigourney

The Sigourney industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (91.1%), Accommodation & Food Services (90.0%), and Finance & Insurance (73.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Sigourney
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting27 (81.8%)6 (18.2%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction90 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing80 (89.9%)9 (10.1%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade53 (53.5%)46 (46.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance5 (26.3%)14 (73.7%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support23 (59.0%)16 (41.0%)
Educational Services57 (67.1%)28 (32.9%)
Health Care & Social Assistance14 (8.9%)144 (91.1%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services4 (10.0%)36 (90.0%)
Public Administration15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total490 (60.7%)317 (39.3%)

Education in Sigourney

School Enrollment in Sigourney

The most common levels of schooling among the 291 students in Sigourney are middle school (95 | 32.7%), elementary school (71 | 24.4%), and high school (69 | 23.7%).
School Enrollment in Sigourney
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool186.2%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School7124.4%
Middle School9532.7%
High School6923.7%
College / Undergraduate248.3%
Graduate / Professional144.8%
Total291100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sigourney

Out of a total of 291 students who are enrolled in schools in Sigourney, 8 (2.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 283 (97.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 8 (57.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 18 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sigourney
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds107 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over6 (42.9%)8 (57.1%)
Total283 (97.3%)8 (2.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sigourney

Education (75 | 22.7%), psychology (56 | 16.9%), business (43 | 13.0%), liberal arts & history (40 | 12.1%), and bio, nature & agricultural (38 | 11.5%) are the most common fields of study among 331 individuals in Sigourney who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sigourney
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural3811.5%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology5616.9%
Social Sciences103.0%
Engineering61.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology206.0%
Business4313.0%
Education7522.7%
Literature & Languages51.5%
Liberal Arts & History4012.1%
Visual & Performing Arts82.4%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities309.1%
Total331100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Sigourney

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sigourney

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Sigourney are males with 3 vehicles (128, accounting for 27.2%) and females with 3 vehicles (71, making up 40.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sigourney
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)18 (5.8%)
1 Vehicle75 (16.0%)44 (14.1%)
2 Vehicles119 (25.3%)111 (35.5%)
3 Vehicles128 (27.2%)71 (22.7%)
4 Vehicles101 (21.5%)48 (15.3%)
5 or more Vehicles47 (10.0%)21 (6.7%)
Total470 (100.0%)313 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Sigourney

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Sigourney are 5 to 9 minutes (251 commuters, 35.5%), less than 5 minutes (83 commuters, 11.7%), and 20 to 24 minutes (78 commuters, 11.0%).
Commute Time in Sigourney
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes8311.7%
5 to 9 Minutes25135.5%
10 to 14 Minutes253.5%
15 to 19 Minutes263.7%
20 to 24 Minutes7811.0%
25 to 29 Minutes314.4%
30 to 34 Minutes709.9%
35 to 39 Minutes182.5%
40 to 44 Minutes425.9%
45 to 59 Minutes355.0%
60 to 89 Minutes314.4%
90 or more Minutes172.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Sigourney

The most common commute times in Sigourney are 5 to 9 minutes (100 commuters, 24.5%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (151 commuters, 50.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Sigourney
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes57 (14.0%)26 (8.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes100 (24.5%)151 (50.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes11 (2.7%)14 (4.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes26 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes50 (12.2%)28 (9.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes15 (3.7%)16 (5.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes54 (13.2%)16 (5.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes14 (3.4%)4 (1.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes32 (7.8%)10 (3.3%)
45 to 59 Minutes18 (4.4%)17 (5.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes19 (4.7%)12 (4.0%)
90 or more Minutes12 (2.9%)5 (1.7%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sigourney

The most frequent times of departure to work in Sigourney are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (68, 16.7%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (43, 14.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sigourney
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM22 (5.4%)9 (3.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM18 (4.4%)20 (6.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM34 (8.3%)5 (1.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM55 (13.5%)5 (1.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM25 (6.1%)19 (6.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM68 (16.7%)41 (13.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM30 (7.3%)43 (14.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM43 (10.5%)17 (5.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM29 (7.1%)32 (10.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM18 (4.4%)25 (8.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM4 (1.0%)26 (8.7%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)5 (1.7%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM16 (3.9%)28 (9.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM46 (11.3%)24 (8.0%)
Total408 (100.0%)299 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Sigourney

Occupancy by Ownership in Sigourney

Of the total 873 dwellings in Sigourney, owner-occupied units account for 590 (67.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 283 (32.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Sigourney
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units59067.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units28332.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units873100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Sigourney

Occupancy by Household Size in Sigourney
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household36441.7%
2-Person Household32537.2%
3-Person Household10712.3%
4+ Person Household778.8%
Total Housing Units873100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sigourney

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sigourney
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household247 (67.9%)117 (32.1%)
2-Person Household208 (64.0%)117 (36.0%)
3-Person Household63 (58.9%)44 (41.1%)
4+ Person Household72 (93.5%)5 (6.5%)
Total Housing Units590 (67.6%)283 (32.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sigourney

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sigourney
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School16 (28.6%)40 (71.4%)
High School Diploma250 (69.1%)112 (30.9%)
College/Associate Degree195 (71.7%)77 (28.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher129 (70.5%)54 (29.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sigourney

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sigourney
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years10211.7%
35 to 44 Years13115.0%
45 to 54 Years13615.6%
55 to 64 Years12714.5%
65 to 74 Years13115.0%
75 to 84 Years18621.3%
85 Years and Over606.9%
Total873100.0%

Housing Finances in Sigourney

Median Income by Occupancy in Sigourney

Median Income by Occupancy in Sigourney
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied590 (67.6%)$64,167
Renter-Occupied283 (32.4%)$31,250
Average873 (100.0%)$49,688

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sigourney

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sigourney
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00019 (3.2%)9 (3.2%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)12 (4.2%)
$10,000 to $14,99922 (3.7%)41 (14.5%)
$15,000 to $19,99945 (7.6%)39 (13.8%)
$20,000 to $24,99937 (6.3%)23 (8.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99941 (7.0%)59 (20.8%)
$35,000 to $49,99981 (13.7%)12 (4.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99995 (16.1%)60 (21.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99969 (11.7%)23 (8.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999113 (19.2%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more68 (11.5%)5 (1.8%)
Total590 (100.0%)283 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sigourney

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sigourney
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30018 (3.0%)4 (1.4%)
$300 to $49998 (16.6%)30 (10.6%)
$500 to $799241 (40.8%)85 (30.0%)
$800 to $99951 (8.6%)110 (38.9%)
$1,000 to $1,499139 (23.6%)38 (13.4%)
$1,500 to $1,99921 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4996 (1.0%)7 (2.5%)
$2,500 to $2,99910 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more6 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total590 (100.0%)283 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Sigourney

Housing Structures in Sigourney

Housing Structures in Sigourney
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached64674.0%
Single Unit, Attached384.3%
2 Unit Apartments182.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments799.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments708.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other222.5%
Total873100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sigourney

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sigourney
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached519 (80.3%)127 (19.7%)
Single Unit, Attached13 (34.2%)25 (65.8%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments36 (45.6%)43 (54.4%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)70 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total590 (67.6%)283 (32.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sigourney

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sigourney
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)15 (5.3%)
2 or 3 Rooms26 (4.4%)28 (9.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms201 (34.1%)180 (63.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms207 (35.1%)52 (18.4%)
8 or more Rooms156 (26.4%)8 (2.8%)
Total590 (100.0%)283 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sigourney

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sigourney
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas475 (80.5%)126 (44.5%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas10 (1.7%)7 (2.5%)
Electricity90 (15.2%)150 (53.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels15 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total590 (100.0%)283 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Sigourney

Household Vehicle Usage in Sigourney
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle18 (3.0%)21 (7.4%)
1 Vehicle244 (41.4%)133 (47.0%)
2 Vehicles138 (23.4%)78 (27.6%)
3 or more Vehicles190 (32.2%)51 (18.0%)
Total590 (100.0%)283 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Sigourney

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Sigourney

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units292298
Median Property Value$109,900$98,400
Median Household Income$47,500$31
Monthly Housing Costs$538$6
Real Estate Taxes$1,870$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sigourney

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sigourney
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00046 (15.8%)24 (8.1%)
$50,000 to $99,99968 (23.3%)130 (43.6%)
$100,000 to $299,999174 (59.6%)127 (42.6%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)17 (5.7%)
$500,000 to $749,9994 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total292 (100.0%)298 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sigourney

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sigourney
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00019 (6.5%)5 (1.7%)
$10,000 to $24,99989 (30.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99928 (9.6%)15 (5.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99921 (7.2%)13 (4.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99932 (11.0%)60 (20.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99938 (13.0%)63 (21.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99928 (9.6%)31 (10.4%)
$150,000 or more37 (12.7%)85 (28.5%)
Total292 (100.0%)298 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sigourney

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sigourney
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x143 (49.0%)72,262 (24,249.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x26 (8.9%)202 (67.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x21 (7.2%)63 (21.1%)
4.0x or more98 (33.6%)7 (2.4%)
Total292 (100.0%)298 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sigourney

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sigourney
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80049 (16.8%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49952 (17.8%)22 (7.4%)
$800 to $1,499181 (62.0%)119 (39.9%)
Total292 (100.0%)298 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Sigourney

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sigourney

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sigourney
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years245 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years133 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years144 (95.4%)7 (4.6%)
35 to 44 Years229 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years205 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years194 (92.4%)16 (7.6%)
65 to 74 Years210 (95.5%)10 (4.5%)
75 Years and older291 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,708 (98.1%)33 (1.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sigourney

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sigourney
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen245 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen133 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sigourney

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sigourney
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000335 (98.8%)4 (1.2%)
$25,000 to $49,999265 (93.0%)20 (7.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999358 (97.6%)9 (2.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999207 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over520 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sigourney

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sigourney
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 630 (52.6%)27 (47.4%)
6 to 18 Years114 (46.5%)160 (65.3%)
19 to 25 Years90 (67.7%)43 (32.3%)
25 to 34 Years47 (31.1%)103 (68.2%)
35 to 44 Years57 (24.9%)183 (79.9%)
45 to 54 Years47 (22.9%)163 (79.5%)
55 to 64 Years64 (30.5%)153 (72.9%)
65 to 74 Years204 (92.7%)133 (60.5%)
75 Years and over291 (100.0%)210 (72.2%)
Total944 (54.2%)1,175 (67.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sigourney

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sigourney
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years5 (3.8%)6 (6.6%)
18 to 34 Years7 (3.5%)9 (8.5%)
35 to 64 Years88 (25.7%)38 (12.6%)
65 to 74 Years31 (27.4%)25 (23.4%)
75 Years and over81 (77.1%)110 (59.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Sigourney

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Sigourney: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years25 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years31 (27.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over63 (60.0%)57 (30.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Sigourney: <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 Years4 (2.0%)9 (8.5%)
35 to 64 Years10 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years17 (15.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over6 (5.7%)7 (3.8%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Sigourney: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years5 (3.8%)6 (6.6%)
18 to 34 Years7 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years55 (16.1%)29 (9.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)6 (5.6%)
75 Years and over22 (20.9%)31 (16.7%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Sigourney: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years4 (2.0%)9 (8.5%)
35 to 64 Years60 (17.5%)24 (8.0%)
65 to 74 Years31 (27.4%)25 (23.4%)
75 Years and over49 (46.7%)22 (11.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Sigourney: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years4 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years33 (9.7%)4 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years17 (15.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)11 (5.9%)

Technology Access in Sigourney

Computing Device Access in Sigourney

Computing Device Access in Sigourney
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop59267.8%
Smartphone69679.7%
Tablet40846.7%
No Computing Device9611.0%
Total873100.0%

Internet Access in Sigourney

Internet Access in Sigourney
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet60.7%
Broadband Home58366.8%
Cellular Data Only11413.1%
Satellite Internet495.6%
No Internet11513.2%
Total873100.0%

Sigourney Summary

Sigourney, Iowa is a small city located in Keokuk County, Iowa. It is situated in the southeastern part of the state, about 40 miles south of Iowa City. The city has a population of 2,619 people, according to the 2020 U.S. Census.

History

Sigourney was founded in 1851 by a group of settlers from Ohio. The city was named after Lydia Sigourney, a popular poet of the time. The city was incorporated in 1856 and was the county seat of Keokuk County until 1859.
The city was a major stop on the Underground Railroad, with many slaves escaping to freedom in Canada. The city was also a major stop on the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad, which ran through the city until the late 1960s.

Geography

Sigourney is located in the southeastern part of Iowa, about 40 miles south of Iowa City. The city is situated in the rolling hills of the Iowa River Valley. The city is surrounded by farmland and is located near the Iowa River.
The climate in Sigourney is humid continental, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is around 50 degrees Fahrenheit.

Economy

The economy of Sigourney is largely based on agriculture. The city is home to several large farms, as well as a number of smaller farms. The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory and a plastics factory.
The city is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and other services. The city is also home to a number of tourist attractions, including the Keokuk County Historical Museum and the Sigourney Public Library.

Demographics

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, the population of Sigourney was 2,619 people. The racial makeup of the city was 97.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races.
The median household income in Sigourney was $45,938, and the median family income was $54,813. The per capita income was $21,945. About 11.3% of the population was below the poverty line.
Sigourney is a small city with a rich history and a strong agricultural economy. The city is home to a diverse population and is a great place to live and work.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Sigourney?
Total Population of Sigourney is 1,835.
What is the Total Male Population of Sigourney?
Total Male Population of Sigourney is 963.
What is the Total Female Population of Sigourney?
Total Female Population of Sigourney is 872.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Sigourney?
There are 110.44 Males per 100 Females in Sigourney.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Sigourney?
There are 90.55 Females per 100 Males in Sigourney.
What is the Median Population Age in Sigourney?
Median Population Age in Sigourney is 50.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Sigourney
Average Family Size in Sigourney is 2.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Sigourney
Average Household Size in Sigourney is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Sigourney?
Per Capita income in Sigourney is $31,823.
What is the Median Family Income in Sigourney?
Median Family Income in Sigourney is $71,328.
What is the Median Household income in Sigourney?
Median Household Income in Sigourney is $49,688.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Sigourney?
Income or Wage Gap in Sigourney is 8.1%.
Women in Sigourney earn 91.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Sigourney?
Inequality or Gini Index in Sigourney is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Sigourney?
There are 819 People in the Labor Forcein in Sigourney.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Sigourney?
51.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Sigourney.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Sigourney?
Unemployment Rate in Sigourney is 1.5%.