East Alton, IL
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East Alton Overview
5,782
TOTAL POPULATION
3,041
MALE POPULATION
2,741
FEMALE POPULATION
110.94
MALES / 100 FEMALES
90.13
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.9
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$30,770
PER CAPITA INCOME
$59,333
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$48,313
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
28.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
71.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,093
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
63.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
East Alton Zip Codes
Race in East Alton
The most populous races in East Alton are White / Caucasian (5,386 | 93.1%), Two or more Races (271 | 4.7%), and Hispanic or Latino (132 | 2.3%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 125 | 2.2% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 132 | 2.3% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 5,386 | 93.1% |
| Two or more Races | 271 | 4.7% |
| Some other Race | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 5,782 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in East Alton
The most populous ancestries reported in East Alton are German (1,654 | 28.6%), Irish (809 | 14.0%), English (577 | 10.0%), American (325 | 5.6%), and French (168 | 2.9%), together accounting for 61.1% of all East Alton residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 325 | 5.6% |
| British | 60 | 1.0% |
| Cuban | 34 | 0.6% |
| Dutch | 53 | 0.9% |
| Eastern European | 16 | 0.3% |
| English | 577 | 10.0% |
| European | 103 | 1.8% |
| French | 168 | 2.9% |
| German | 1,654 | 28.6% |
| Irish | 809 | 14.0% |
| Italian | 149 | 2.6% |
| Kiowa | 6 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 15 | 0.3% |
| Mexican | 98 | 1.7% |
| Polish | 7 | 0.1% |
| Romanian | 10 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 24 | 0.4% |
| Scottish | 52 | 0.9% |
| Sioux | 10 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 65 | 1.1% |
| Swiss | 23 | 0.4% |
| Welsh | 14 | 0.2% | View All 22 Rows |
Immigrants in East Alton
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population | View All 0 Rows |
Sex and Age in East Alton
Sex and Age in East Alton
The most populous age groups in East Alton are 50 to 54 Years (345 | 11.3%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (468 | 17.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 94 (3.1%) | 255 (9.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 111 (3.6%) | 80 (2.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 254 (8.4%) | 87 (3.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 221 (7.3%) | 155 (5.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 80 (2.6%) | 127 (4.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 257 (8.5%) | 232 (8.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 277 (9.1%) | 243 (8.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 168 (5.5%) | 86 (3.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 62 (2.0%) | 109 (4.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 227 (7.5%) | 148 (5.4%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 345 (11.3%) | 273 (10.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 284 (9.3%) | 468 (17.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 169 (5.6%) | 106 (3.9%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 162 (5.3%) | 150 (5.5%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 56 (1.8%) | 78 (2.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 214 (7.0%) | 26 (0.9%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 32 (1.1%) | 101 (3.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 28 (0.9%) | 17 (0.6%) |
| Total | 3,041 (100.0%) | 2,741 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in East Alton
Median Family Size in East Alton
The median family size in East Alton is 2.67 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,155 | 70.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.83 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (276 | 16.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.23 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,155 (70.0%) | 2.83 |
| Single Male/Father | 276 (16.7%) | 2.23 |
| Single Female/Mother | 219 (13.3%) | 2.37 |
| Total Families | 1,650 (100.0%) | 2.67 |
Median Household Size in East Alton
The median household size in East Alton is 2.11 persons per household, with married-couple households (1,155 | 42.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.83 persons per household. non-family households (1,089 | 39.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.13 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,155 (42.2%) | 2.83 |
| Single Male/Father | 276 (10.1%) | 2.46 |
| Single Female/Mother | 219 (8.0%) | 2.73 |
| Non-family | 1,089 (39.8%) | 1.13 |
| Total Households | 2,739 (100.0%) | 2.11 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in East Alton
Out of a total of 2,739 households in East Alton, 1,650 (60.2%) are family households, while 1,089 (39.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 742, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 937.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 937 (34.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 742 (27.1%) | 152 (5.6%) |
| 3-Person Households | 640 (23.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 218 (8.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 50 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,650 (60.2%) | 1,089 (39.8%) |
Female Fertility in East Alton
Fertility by Age in East Alton
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in East Alton
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in East Alton
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in East Alton
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in East Alton
Income Overview in East Alton
Per Capita Income in East Alton is $30,770, while median incomes of families and households are $59,333 and $48,313 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 5,782 | $30,770 |
| Median Family Income | 1,650 | $59,333 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,650 | $82,529 |
| Median Household Income | 2,739 | $48,313 |
| Mean Household Income | 2,739 | $64,386 |
| Income Deficit | 1,650 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 5,782 | 28.24% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 5,782 | 71.76¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 5,782 | 0.45 |
Earnings by Sex in East Alton
Average Earnings in East Alton are $33,219, $27,072 for men and $37,726 for women, a difference of 28.2%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,599 (50.6%) | $27,072 |
| Female | 1,560 (49.4%) | $37,726 |
| Total | 3,159 (100.0%) | $33,219 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in East Alton
The most common earnings brackets in East Alton are $22,500 to $24,999 for men (248 | 15.5%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (266 | 17.1%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 135 (8.4%) | 75 (4.8%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 28 (1.8%) | 62 (4.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 109 (6.8%) | 19 (1.2%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 16 (1.0%) | 113 (7.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 42 (2.6%) | 126 (8.1%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 46 (2.9%) | 40 (2.6%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 21 (1.3%) | 42 (2.7%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 14 (0.9%) | 20 (1.3%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 17 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 248 (15.5%) | 51 (3.3%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 168 (10.5%) | 127 (8.1%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 73 (4.6%) | 16 (1.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 36 (2.2%) | 240 (15.4%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 67 (4.2%) | 116 (7.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 22 (1.4%) | 52 (3.3%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 25 (1.6%) | 65 (4.2%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 154 (9.6%) | 266 (17.1%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 89 (5.6%) | 66 (4.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 229 (14.3%) | 10 (0.6%) |
| $100,000+ | 60 (3.7%) | 54 (3.5%) |
| Total | 1,599 (100.0%) | 1,560 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in East Alton
Average earnings in East Alton are $30,765 for men and $39,597 for women, a difference of 22.3%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $56,193, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $23,401. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $40,676, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $38,105.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $23,401 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | - | - |
| College or Associate's Degree | - | - |
| Bachelor's Degree | $56,193 | $40,676 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $30,765 | $39,597 |
Family Income in East Alton
Family Income Brackets in East Alton
According to the East Alton family income data, there are 285 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 17.3% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 106 | 6.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 134 | 8.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 170 | 10.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 266 | 16.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 285 | 17.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 271 | 16.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 87 | 5.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 239 | 14.5% |
| $200,000+ | 92 | 5.6% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in East Alton
3-person families (551 | 33.4%) account for the highest median family income in East Alton with $92,996 per family, while 3-person families (551 | 33.4%) have the highest median income of $30,999 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 864 (52.4%) | $42,188 |
| 3-Person Families | 551 (33.4%) | $92,996 |
| 4-Person Families | 185 (11.2%) | $83,338 |
| 5-Person Families | 50 (3.0%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,650 (100.0%) | $59,333 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in East Alton
The median family income in East Alton is $59,333, with families comprising 3+ earners (186) having the highest median family income of $160,785, while families with no earners (269) have the lowest median family income of $32,215, accounting for 11.3% and 16.3% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 269 (16.3%) | $32,215 |
| 1 Earner | 495 (30.0%) | $35,670 |
| 2 Earners | 700 (42.4%) | $84,735 |
| 3+ Earners | 186 (11.3%) | $160,785 |
| Total | 1,650 (100.0%) | $59,333 |
Household Income in East Alton
Household Income Brackets in East Alton
With 452 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in East Alton, accounting for 16.5% of all households. In contrast, only 88 households (3.2%) fall into the $100,000 to $149,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 178 | 6.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 189 | 6.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 364 | 13.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 263 | 9.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 444 | 16.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 452 | 16.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 414 | 15.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 88 | 3.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 255 | 9.3% |
| $200,000+ | 93 | 3.4% |
Household Income by Householder Age in East Alton
The median household income in East Alton is $48,313, with the highest median household income of $59,489 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 751 households (27.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $29,575, with 591 households (21.6%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 126 (4.6%) | $39,926 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 751 (27.4%) | $59,489 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,271 (46.4%) | $48,474 |
| 65+ Years | 591 (21.6%) | $29,575 |
| Total | 2,739 (100.0%) | $48,313 |
Poverty in East Alton
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in East Alton
With 16.6% poverty level for males and 14.0% for females among the residents of East Alton, 16 and 17 year old males and 35 to 44 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 59 males (58.4%) and 74 females (38.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 86 (33.7%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 38 (29.0%) | 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 | 59 (58.4%) | 19 (12.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 81 (40.5%) | 15 (11.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 17 (3.2%) | 63 (13.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 61 (26.5%) | 74 (38.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 189 (33.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 60 (13.3%) | 49 (8.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 77 (33.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 505 (16.6%) | 383 (14.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in East Alton
According to the poverty statistics in East Alton, 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 | 94 (100.0%) | 169 (66.3%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 47 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 93 (71.0%) | 69 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 234 (100.0%) | 51 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 42 (41.6%) | 136 (87.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 119 (59.5%) | 112 (88.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 517 (96.8%) | 412 (86.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 169 (73.5%) | 121 (62.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 383 (67.0%) | 421 (100.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 393 (86.8%) | 525 (91.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 218 (100.0%) | 151 (66.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 274 (100.0%) | 144 (100.0%) |
| Total | 2,536 (83.4%) | 2,358 (86.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in East Alton
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in East Alton show that 1.3% or 15 of the total 1,155 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 3.2%, comprising of 15 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 651 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 454 (96.8%) | 15 (3.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 35 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,140 (98.7%) | 15 (1.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in East Alton
According to the poverty data in East Alton, 12.0% or 33 single-father households and 42.5% or 93 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 33 households (18.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 93 households (51.7%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 33 (18.8%) | 93 (51.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 33 (12.0%) | 93 (42.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in East Alton
The poverty data for East Alton shows that 15 of the married-couple family households (1.3%) and 126 of the single-parent households (25.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 households (3.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 126 household (35.4%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 15 (3.2%) | 126 (35.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 15 (1.3%) | 126 (25.5%) |
Employment Characteristics in East Alton
Employment by Class of Employer in East Alton
Among the 2,981 employed individuals in East Alton, private company employees (1,871 | 62.8%), not-for-profit organizations (411 | 13.8%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (338 | 11.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,871 | 62.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 74 | 2.5% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 338 | 11.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 411 | 13.8% |
| Local Government Employees | 202 | 6.8% |
| State Government Employees | 85 | 2.9% |
| Federal Government Employees | 0 | 0.0% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 2,981 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in East Alton
According to the labor force statistics for East Alton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,901), 63.1% or 3,093 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.6% or 111 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 520 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 15.1% or 56 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 206 (54.8%) | 19 (9.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 191 (92.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 424 (86.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 520 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 371 (87.3%) | 56 (15.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 794 (80.0%) | 35 (4.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 428 (56.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 64 (23.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 76 (17.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 17 (4.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,093 (63.1%) | 111 (3.6%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in East Alton
According to labor force statistics for East Alton, 75.3% of individuals (2,601) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,454) are in the labor force, with 3.5% or 91 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 98.5% or 575 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 36.3% or 91 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 251 (60.9%) | 150 (36.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 872 (68.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 902 (75.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 575 (98.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,601 (75.3%) | 121 (3.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in East Alton
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in East Alton are Management (290 | 9.7%), Business & Financial (255 | 8.6%), Community & Social Service (182 | 6.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (133 | 4.5%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (87 | 2.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in East Alton, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 251 (86.6%) | 39 (13.5%) |
| Business & Financial | 0 (0.0%) | 255 (100.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 38 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 38 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 32 (17.6%) | 150 (82.4%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 13 (23.6%) | 42 (76.4%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 87 (100.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 133 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 45 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 321 (35.7%) | 577 (64.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,456 (48.8%) | 1,525 (51.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in East Alton are Food Preparation & Serving (388 | 13.0%), Healthcare Support (152 | 5.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (126 | 4.2%), Personal Care & Service (46 | 1.5%), and Security & Protection (19 | 0.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in East Alton, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (84.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (62.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 152 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 147 (37.9%) | 241 (62.1%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 106 (84.1%) | 20 (15.9%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 46 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 272 (37.2%) | 459 (62.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,456 (48.8%) | 1,525 (51.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in East Alton are Sales & Related (493 | 16.5%), and Office & Administration (249 | 8.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 341 (69.2%) | 152 (30.8%) |
| Office & Administration | 24 (9.6%) | 225 (90.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 365 (49.2%) | 377 (50.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,456 (48.8%) | 1,525 (51.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in East Alton are Construction & Extraction (253 | 8.5%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (41 | 1.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 253 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 41 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 294 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,456 (48.8%) | 1,525 (51.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in East Alton are Production (170 | 5.7%), Material Moving (97 | 3.3%), and Transportation (49 | 1.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 96 (56.5%) | 74 (43.5%) |
| Transportation | 49 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 59 (60.8%) | 38 (39.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 204 (64.6%) | 112 (35.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,456 (48.8%) | 1,525 (51.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in East Alton
Employment Industries in East Alton
The major employment industries in East Alton include Retail Trade (537 | 18.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (515 | 17.3%), Manufacturing (347 | 11.6%), Educational Services (297 | 10.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (282 | 9.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in East Alton
The East Alton industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Information (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Public Administration (100.0%), and Educational Services (88.9%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 190 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 325 (93.7%) | 22 (6.3%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 68 (74.7%) | 23 (25.3%) |
| Retail Trade | 322 (60.0%) | 215 (40.0%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 24 (42.9%) | 32 (57.1%) |
| Utilities | 38 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 35 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 47 (100.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 59 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 22 (13.2%) | 145 (86.8%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 62 (75.6%) | 20 (24.4%) |
| Educational Services | 33 (11.1%) | 264 (88.9%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 69 (13.4%) | 446 (86.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 49 (53.3%) | 43 (46.7%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 114 (40.4%) | 168 (59.6%) |
| Public Administration | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (100.0%) |
| Total | 1,456 (48.8%) | 1,525 (51.2%) |
Education in East Alton
School Enrollment in East Alton
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,371 students in East Alton are middle school (321 | 23.4%), high school (304 | 22.2%), and college / undergraduate (262 | 19.1%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 253 | 18.4% |
| Kindergarten | 0 | 0.0% |
| Elementary School | 164 | 12.0% |
| Middle School | 321 | 23.4% |
| High School | 304 | 22.2% |
| College / Undergraduate | 262 | 19.1% |
| Graduate / Professional | 67 | 4.9% |
| Total | 1,371 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in East Alton
Out of a total of 1,371 students who are enrolled in schools in East Alton, 30 (2.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,341 (97.8%) 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 11 (15.1% 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 191 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 187 (90.8%) | 19 (9.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 191 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 341 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 237 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 120 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 82 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 62 (84.9%) | 11 (15.1%) |
| 35 Years and over | 121 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,341 (97.8%) | 30 (2.2%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in East Alton
Psychology (147 | 21.8%), communications (135 | 20.1%), education (87 | 12.9%), liberal arts & history (84 | 12.5%), and social sciences (67 | 10.0%) are the most common fields of study among 673 individuals in East Alton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 14 | 2.1% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 0 | 0.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 10 | 1.5% |
| Psychology | 147 | 21.8% |
| Social Sciences | 67 | 10.0% |
| Engineering | 38 | 5.7% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 0 | 0.0% |
| Business | 23 | 3.4% |
| Education | 87 | 12.9% |
| Literature & Languages | 0 | 0.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 84 | 12.5% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 27 | 4.0% |
| Communications | 135 | 20.1% |
| Arts & Humanities | 41 | 6.1% |
| Total | 673 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in East Alton
Vehicle Availability by Sex in East Alton
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in East Alton are males with 2 vehicles (522, accounting for 35.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (748, making up 34.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 15 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 464 (31.9%) | 446 (29.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 522 (35.8%) | 748 (49.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 339 (23.3%) | 252 (16.5%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 84 (5.8%) | 64 (4.2%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 32 (2.2%) | 15 (1.0%) |
| Total | 1,456 (100.0%) | 1,525 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in East Alton
The most frequently occuring commute durations in East Alton are 20 to 24 minutes (521 commuters, 19.0%), 30 to 34 minutes (405 commuters, 14.8%), and 5 to 9 minutes (397 commuters, 14.5%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 68 | 2.5% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 397 | 14.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 290 | 10.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 339 | 12.4% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 521 | 19.0% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 160 | 5.9% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 405 | 14.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 121 | 4.4% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 62 | 2.3% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 340 | 12.4% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 21 | 0.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 12 | 0.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in East Alton
The most common commute times in East Alton are 20 to 24 minutes (239 commuters, 18.0%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (327 commuters, 23.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 14 (1.1%) | 54 (3.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 94 (7.1%) | 303 (21.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 190 (14.3%) | 100 (7.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 171 (12.9%) | 168 (11.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 239 (18.0%) | 282 (20.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 120 (9.1%) | 40 (2.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 78 (5.9%) | 327 (23.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 121 (9.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 48 (3.6%) | 14 (1.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 216 (16.3%) | 124 (8.8%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 21 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 12 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in East Alton
The most frequent times of departure to work in East Alton are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (288, 21.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (300, 21.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 75 (5.7%) | 72 (5.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 86 (6.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 22 (1.7%) | 127 (9.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 139 (10.5%) | 27 (1.9%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 288 (21.7%) | 34 (2.4%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 104 (7.9%) | 300 (21.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 218 (16.5%) | 286 (20.3%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 27 (2.0%) | 144 (10.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 29 (2.2%) | 39 (2.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 164 (12.4%) | 147 (10.4%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 60 (4.3%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 85 (6.4%) | 74 (5.2%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 87 (6.6%) | 102 (7.2%) |
| Total | 1,324 (100.0%) | 1,412 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in East Alton
Occupancy by Ownership in East Alton
Of the total 2,739 dwellings in East Alton, owner-occupied units account for 1,807 (66.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 932 (34.0%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,807 | 66.0% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 932 | 34.0% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 2,739 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in East Alton
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 937 | 34.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 894 | 32.6% |
| 3-Person Household | 640 | 23.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 268 | 9.8% |
| Total Housing Units | 2,739 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in East Alton
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 543 (58.0%) | 394 (42.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 707 (79.1%) | 187 (20.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 336 (52.5%) | 304 (47.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 221 (82.5%) | 47 (17.5%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,807 (66.0%) | 932 (34.0%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in East Alton
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 96 (42.7%) | 129 (57.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 718 (62.1%) | 438 (37.9%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 715 (68.3%) | 332 (31.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 278 (89.4%) | 33 (10.6%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in East Alton
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 642 | 23.4% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 235 | 8.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 759 | 27.7% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 512 | 18.7% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 341 | 12.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 205 | 7.5% |
| 85 Years and Over | 45 | 1.6% |
| Total | 2,739 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in East Alton
Median Income by Occupancy in East Alton
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,807 (66.0%) | $62,730 |
| Renter-Occupied | 932 (34.0%) | $24,049 |
| Average | 2,739 (100.0%) | $48,313 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in East Alton
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 116 (6.4%) | 58 (6.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (0.5%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 188 (20.2%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 34 (1.9%) | 77 (8.3%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 65 (3.6%) | 189 (20.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 213 (11.8%) | 50 (5.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 280 (15.5%) | 164 (17.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 383 (21.2%) | 70 (7.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 361 (20.0%) | 52 (5.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 88 (4.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 267 (14.8%) | 79 (8.5%) |
| Total | 1,807 (100.0%) | 932 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in East Alton
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 15 (0.8%) | 74 (7.9%) |
| $300 to $499 | 250 (13.8%) | 71 (7.6%) |
| $500 to $799 | 510 (28.2%) | 325 (34.9%) |
| $800 to $999 | 540 (29.9%) | 252 (27.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 336 (18.6%) | 106 (11.4%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 48 (2.7%) | 65 (7.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 24 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 84 (4.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,807 (100.0%) | 932 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in East Alton
Housing Structures in East Alton
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,270 | 82.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 53 | 1.9% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 106 | 3.9% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 137 | 5.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 140 | 5.1% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 33 | 1.2% |
| Total | 2,739 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in East Alton
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,783 (78.5%) | 487 (21.4%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 53 (100.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 106 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 137 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 140 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 24 (72.7%) | 9 (27.3%) |
| Total | 1,807 (66.0%) | 932 (34.0%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in East Alton
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (4.2%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 86 (4.8%) | 153 (16.4%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 887 (49.1%) | 511 (54.8%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 394 (21.8%) | 46 (4.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 440 (24.3%) | 183 (19.6%) |
| Total | 1,807 (100.0%) | 932 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in East Alton
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,357 (75.1%) | 502 (53.9%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 404 (22.4%) | 430 (46.1%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 46 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,807 (100.0%) | 932 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in East Alton
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 50 (2.8%) | 234 (25.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 591 (32.7%) | 518 (55.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 823 (45.6%) | 161 (17.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 343 (19.0%) | 19 (2.0%) |
| Total | 1,807 (100.0%) | 932 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in East Alton
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in East Alton
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 815 | 992 |
| Median Property Value | $103,300 | $92,800 |
| Median Household Income | $43,125 | $168 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $562 | $15 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,246 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in East Alton
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 208 (25.5%) | 117 (11.8%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 163 (20.0%) | 463 (46.7%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 444 (54.5%) | 397 (40.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (1.5%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 815 (100.0%) | 992 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in East Alton
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 116 (14.2%) | 25 (2.5%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 99 (12.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 80 (9.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 156 (19.1%) | 133 (13.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 181 (22.2%) | 124 (12.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 84 (10.3%) | 202 (20.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 277 (27.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 99 (12.1%) | 88 (8.9%) |
| Total | 815 (100.0%) | 992 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in East Alton
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 497 (61.0%) | 76,968 (7,758.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 41 (5.0%) | 687 (69.3%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 94 (11.5%) | 166 (16.7%) |
| 4.0x or more | 67 (8.2%) | 101 (10.2%) |
| Total | 815 (100.0%) | 992 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in East Alton
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 86 (10.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 163 (20.0%) | 67 (6.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 553 (67.8%) | 191 (19.3%) |
| Total | 815 (100.0%) | 992 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in East Alton
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in East Alton
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 396 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 780 (96.5%) | 28 (3.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 454 (91.0%) | 45 (9.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 675 (87.7%) | 95 (12.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 344 (80.9%) | 81 (19.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 877 (88.3%) | 116 (11.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,010 (98.3%) | 17 (1.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 446 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 418 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,400 (93.4%) | 382 (6.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in East Alton
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 396 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 780 (96.5%) | 28 (3.5%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 454 (91.0%) | 45 (9.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in East Alton
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 768 (78.0%) | 217 (22.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,291 (95.5%) | 61 (4.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 980 (96.5%) | 36 (3.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,213 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,148 (94.4%) | 68 (5.6%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in East Alton
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 258 (65.1%) | 138 (34.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 203 (25.1%) | 616 (76.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 249 (49.9%) | 205 (41.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 164 (21.3%) | 549 (71.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 147 (34.6%) | 197 (46.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 189 (19.0%) | 704 (70.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 343 (33.4%) | 838 (81.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 446 (100.0%) | 232 (52.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 418 (100.0%) | 341 (81.6%) |
| Total | 2,417 (41.8%) | 3,820 (66.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in East Alton
| 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 | 68 (9.3%) | 33 (5.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 291 (23.2%) | 245 (20.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 83 (38.1%) | 133 (58.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 117 (42.7%) | 83 (57.6%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in East Alton
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 | 48 (3.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 37 (17.0%) | 87 (38.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 13 (4.7%) | 33 (22.9%) |
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 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 17 (7.8%) | 10 (4.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 13 (4.7%) | 18 (12.5%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 68 (9.3%) | 14 (2.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 68 (5.4%) | 10 (0.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 11 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 12 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 51 (7.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 241 (19.2%) | 180 (15.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 27 (12.4%) | 113 (49.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 74 (27.0%) | 50 (34.7%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 51 (7.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 33 (2.6%) | 65 (5.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 11 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 13 (4.7%) | 33 (22.9%) |
Technology Access in East Alton
Computing Device Access in East Alton
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,926 | 70.3% |
| Smartphone | 2,267 | 82.8% |
| Tablet | 1,654 | 60.4% |
| No Computing Device | 235 | 8.6% |
| Total | 2,739 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in East Alton
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 1,838 | 67.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 324 | 11.8% |
| Satellite Internet | 318 | 11.6% |
| No Internet | 511 | 18.7% |
| Total | 2,739 | 100.0% |
East Alton Summary
East Alton is a village located in Madison County, Illinois, United States. It is part of the Metro-East region of the Greater St. Louis metropolitan area. The population was 6,301 at the 2010 census.
History
East Alton was founded in 1853 by William G. Minor, who named it after his hometown of Alton, Illinois. The village was incorporated in 1872.
East Alton was the site of a major industrial complex owned by the Olin Corporation. The complex included a large ammunition plant, a chemical plant, and a brass mill. The ammunition plant was the largest employer in the village, and it was the largest employer in Madison County. The plant closed in 1992, and the complex was demolished in the late 1990s.
Geography
East Alton is located at 38°51'25" North, 90°5'25" West (38.856944, -90.090278). According to the 2010 census, the village has a total area of 3.14 square miles, all land.
Economy
East Alton's economy is largely based on manufacturing and retail. The village is home to several large industrial plants, including a paper mill, a steel mill, and a chemical plant. The village also has several retail stores, including a Walmart Supercenter, a Lowe's Home Improvement store, and a Target store.
Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 6,301 people, 2,541 households, and 1,637 families residing in the village. The population density was 2,006.2 people per square mile (774.2/km2). There were 2,717 housing units at an average density of 867.2 per square mile (334.7/km2). The racial makeup of the village was 95.2% White, 1.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.9% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
There were 2,541 households, out of which 28.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.2% were married couples living together, 13.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.7% were non-families. 30.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 3.06.
In the village, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 15.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.2 males.
The median income for a household in the village was $41,944, and the median income for a family was $50,972. Males had a median income of $41,944 versus $27,917 for females. The per capita income for the village was $20,945. About 6.2% of families and 8.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.2% of those under age 18 and 6.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of East Alton?
Total Population of East Alton is 5,782.
What is the Total Male Population of East Alton?
Total Male Population of East Alton is 3,041.
What is the Total Female Population of East Alton?
Total Female Population of East Alton is 2,741.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in East Alton?
There are 110.94 Males per 100 Females in East Alton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in East Alton?
There are 90.13 Females per 100 Males in East Alton.
What is the Median Population Age in East Alton?
Median Population Age in East Alton is 44.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in East Alton
Average Family Size in East Alton is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in East Alton
Average Household Size in East Alton is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in East Alton?
Per Capita income in East Alton is $30,770.
What is the Median Family Income in East Alton?
Median Family Income in East Alton is $59,333.
What is the Median Household income in East Alton?
Median Household Income in East Alton is $48,313.
What is Income or Wage Gap in East Alton?
Income or Wage Gap in East Alton is 28.2%.
Women in East Alton earn 71.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in East Alton?
Inequality or Gini Index in East Alton is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in East Alton?
There are 3,093 People in the Labor Forcein in East Alton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in East Alton?
63.1% of People are in the Labor Force in East Alton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in East Alton?
Unemployment Rate in East Alton is 3.6%.