Mechanicsburg, IL

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Mechanicsburg Overview

775
TOTAL POPULATION
380
MALE POPULATION
395
FEMALE POPULATION
96.20
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.95
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$41,150
PER CAPITA INCOME
$116,250
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$76,875
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
46.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
53.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
455
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
68.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Mechanicsburg Zip Codes

Mechanicsburg Area Codes

Race in Mechanicsburg

The most populous races in Mechanicsburg are White / Caucasian (708 | 91.3%), Two or more Races (67 | 8.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (19 | 2.5%).
Race in Mechanicsburg
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino192.5%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian70891.3%
Two or more Races678.6%
Some other Race00.0%
Total775100.0%

Ancestry in Mechanicsburg

The most populous ancestries reported in Mechanicsburg are German (125 | 16.1%), American (84 | 10.8%), Irish (72 | 9.3%), English (64 | 8.3%), and Italian (38 | 4.9%), together accounting for 49.4% of all Mechanicsburg residents.
Ancestry in Mechanicsburg
Ancestry# Population% Population
American8410.8%
Austrian91.2%
British121.5%
Czech40.5%
Czechoslovakian111.4%
Dutch50.6%
English648.3%
European141.8%
French192.5%
German12516.1%
Hungarian30.4%
Irish729.3%
Italian384.9%
Mexican192.5%
Norwegian81.0%
Polish172.2%
Portuguese30.4%
Scotch-Irish131.7%
Scottish141.8%
Welsh141.8%
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Immigrants in Mechanicsburg

Immigrants in Mechanicsburg
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Mechanicsburg

Sex and Age in Mechanicsburg

The most populous age groups in Mechanicsburg are 50 to 54 Years (63 | 16.6%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (49 | 12.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Mechanicsburg
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years17 (4.5%)14 (3.5%)
5 to 9 Years31 (8.2%)9 (2.3%)
10 to 14 Years11 (2.9%)20 (5.1%)
15 to 19 Years39 (10.3%)10 (2.5%)
20 to 24 Years27 (7.1%)49 (12.4%)
25 to 29 Years15 (4.0%)7 (1.8%)
30 to 34 Years4 (1.1%)24 (6.1%)
35 to 39 Years26 (6.8%)11 (2.8%)
40 to 44 Years47 (12.4%)25 (6.3%)
45 to 49 Years16 (4.2%)27 (6.8%)
50 to 54 Years63 (16.6%)49 (12.4%)
55 to 59 Years31 (8.2%)26 (6.6%)
60 to 64 Years11 (2.9%)30 (7.6%)
65 to 69 Years15 (4.0%)34 (8.6%)
70 to 74 Years21 (5.5%)2 (0.5%)
75 to 79 Years2 (0.5%)8 (2.0%)
80 to 84 Years2 (0.5%)41 (10.4%)
85 Years and over2 (0.5%)9 (2.3%)
Total380 (100.0%)395 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Mechanicsburg

Median Family Size in Mechanicsburg

The median family size in Mechanicsburg is 3.14 persons per family, with single male/father families (4 | 1.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.75 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (175 | 81.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.12 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Mechanicsburg
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple175 (81.8%)3.12
Single Male/Father4 (1.9%)3.75
Single Female/Mother35 (16.4%)3.20
Total Families214 (100.0%)3.14

Median Household Size in Mechanicsburg

The median household size in Mechanicsburg is 2.53 persons per household, with single male/father households (4 | 1.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.75 persons per household. non-family households (92 | 30.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.09 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Mechanicsburg
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple175 (57.2%)3.12
Single Male/Father4 (1.3%)3.75
Single Female/Mother35 (11.4%)3.26
Non-family92 (30.1%)1.09
Total Households306 (100.0%)2.53

Household Size by Marriage Status in Mechanicsburg

Out of a total of 306 households in Mechanicsburg, 214 (69.9%) are family households, while 92 (30.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 93, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 84.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Mechanicsburg
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-84 (27.5%)
2-Person Households93 (30.4%)8 (2.6%)
3-Person Households52 (17.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households30 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households36 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households3 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total214 (69.9%)92 (30.1%)

Female Fertility in Mechanicsburg

Fertility by Age in Mechanicsburg

Average fertility rate in Mechanicsburg is 44.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 88.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 87.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Mechanicsburg
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years7 (87.5%)88.0
35 to 50 years1 (12.5%)11.0
Total8 (100.0%)44.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mechanicsburg

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mechanicsburg
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Mechanicsburg

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Mechanicsburg
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 Degree3 (37.5%)37.0
Bachelor's Degree5 (62.5%)185.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total8 (100.0%)44.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mechanicsburg

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mechanicsburg
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Mechanicsburg

Income Overview in Mechanicsburg

Per Capita Income in Mechanicsburg is $41,150, while median incomes of families and households are $116,250 and $76,875 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income775$41,150
Median Family Income214$116,250
Mean Family Income214$125,148
Median Household Income306$76,875
Mean Household Income306$103,250
Income Deficit214$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)77546.79%
Wage / Income Gap ($)77553.21¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index7750.40

Earnings by Sex in Mechanicsburg

Average Earnings in Mechanicsburg are $56,691, $68,125 for men and $36,250 for women, a difference of 46.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Mechanicsburg
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male225 (49.9%)$68,125
Female226 (50.1%)$36,250
Total451 (100.0%)$56,691

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mechanicsburg

The most common earnings brackets in Mechanicsburg are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (61 | 27.1%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (49 | 21.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mechanicsburg
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)7 (3.1%)
$2,500 to $4,99910 (4.4%)15 (6.6%)
$5,000 to $7,4999 (4.0%)11 (4.9%)
$7,500 to $9,9993 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49915 (6.7%)6 (2.6%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)4 (1.8%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9992 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4993 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9994 (1.8%)6 (2.6%)
$25,000 to $29,9993 (1.3%)49 (21.7%)
$30,000 to $34,9995 (2.2%)7 (3.1%)
$35,000 to $39,99911 (4.9%)16 (7.1%)
$40,000 to $44,9995 (2.2%)4 (1.8%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)15 (6.6%)
$50,000 to $54,9993 (1.3%)1 (0.4%)
$55,000 to $64,99927 (12.0%)13 (5.8%)
$65,000 to $74,99961 (27.1%)12 (5.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99934 (15.1%)19 (8.4%)
$100,000+30 (13.3%)41 (18.1%)
Total225 (100.0%)226 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mechanicsburg

Average earnings in Mechanicsburg are $68,452 for men and $47,083 for women, a difference of 31.2%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $84,659, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $57,188. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $66,125, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $36,071.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mechanicsburg
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$57,188$36,071
College or Associate's Degree$84,659$0
Bachelor's Degree$73,068$66,125
Graduate Degree--
Total$68,452$47,083

Family Income in Mechanicsburg

Family Income Brackets in Mechanicsburg

According to the Mechanicsburg family income data, there are 45 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.0% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Mechanicsburg
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00020.9%
$10,000 to $14,999136.1%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,99952.3%
$35,000 to $49,99952.3%
$50,000 to $74,9994018.7%
$75,000 to $99,9993415.9%
$100,000 to $149,9994018.7%
$150,000 to $199,9993014.0%
$200,000+4521.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mechanicsburg

5-person families (36 | 16.8%) account for the highest median family income in Mechanicsburg with $231,071 per family, while 5-person families (36 | 16.8%) have the highest median income of $46,214 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mechanicsburg
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families93 (43.5%)$90,156
3-Person Families53 (24.8%)$133,438
4-Person Families29 (13.6%)$77,250
5-Person Families36 (16.8%)$231,071
6-Person Families3 (1.4%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total214 (100.0%)$116,250

Family Income by Number of Earners in Mechanicsburg

The median family income in Mechanicsburg is $116,250, with families comprising 3+ earners (42) having the highest median family income of $230,859, while families with no earners (14) have the lowest median family income of $35,833, accounting for 19.6% and 6.5% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Mechanicsburg
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners14 (6.5%)$35,833
1 Earner72 (33.6%)$70,000
2 Earners86 (40.2%)$115,417
3+ Earners42 (19.6%)$230,859
Total214 (100.0%)$116,250

Household Income in Mechanicsburg

Household Income Brackets in Mechanicsburg

With 70 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Mechanicsburg, accounting for 22.9% of all households. In contrast, only 10 households (3.3%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Mechanicsburg
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000103.3%
$10,000 to $14,999185.9%
$15,000 to $24,999154.9%
$25,000 to $34,999144.6%
$35,000 to $49,999175.6%
$50,000 to $74,9997022.9%
$75,000 to $99,9993812.4%
$100,000 to $149,9994514.7%
$150,000 to $199,9993110.1%
$200,000+4815.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Mechanicsburg

The median household income in Mechanicsburg is $76,875, with the highest median household income of $119,583 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 135 households (44.1%) 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 6 households (2.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Mechanicsburg
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years6 (2.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years85 (27.8%)$73,295
45 to 64 Years135 (44.1%)$119,583
65+ Years80 (26.1%)$53,750
Total306 (100.0%)$76,875

Poverty in Mechanicsburg

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mechanicsburg

With 7.9% poverty level for males and 5.8% for females among the residents of Mechanicsburg, 15 year old males and 25 to 34 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 4 males (50.0%) and 8 females (25.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mechanicsburg
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years11 (32.4%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years4 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)8 (25.8%)
35 to 44 Years6 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years3 (3.8%)6 (7.9%)
55 to 64 Years2 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years4 (11.1%)4 (11.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)5 (8.6%)
Total30 (7.9%)23 (5.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mechanicsburg

According to the poverty statistics in Mechanicsburg, 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 Mechanicsburg
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years17 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years23 (67.6%)16 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years8 (100.0%)11 (100.0%)
15 Years4 (50.0%)2 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years28 (100.0%)8 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years30 (100.0%)49 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years19 (100.0%)23 (74.2%)
35 to 44 Years67 (91.8%)36 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years76 (96.2%)70 (92.1%)
55 to 64 Years40 (95.2%)56 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years32 (88.9%)32 (88.9%)
75 Years and over6 (100.0%)53 (91.4%)
Total350 (92.1%)372 (94.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mechanicsburg

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Mechanicsburg show that 2.9% or 5 of the total 175 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 4.6%, comprising of 3 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 Mechanicsburg
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children99 (98.0%)2 (2.0%)
1 or 2 Children62 (95.4%)3 (4.6%)
3 or 4 Children9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total170 (97.1%)5 (2.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mechanicsburg

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mechanicsburg
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)2 (14.3%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)8 (38.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)10 (28.6%)

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

The poverty data for Mechanicsburg shows that 5 of the married-couple family households (2.9%) and 10 of the single-parent households (25.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (4.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 household (32.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Mechanicsburg
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children2 (2.0%)2 (14.3%)
1 or 2 Children3 (4.6%)8 (32.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5 (2.9%)10 (25.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Mechanicsburg

Employment by Class of Employer in Mechanicsburg

Among the 420 employed individuals in Mechanicsburg, private company employees (252 | 60.0%), state government employees (65 | 15.5%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (43 | 10.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Mechanicsburg
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees25260.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)51.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)4310.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations81.9%
Local Government Employees399.3%
State Government Employees6515.5%
Federal Government Employees81.9%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total420100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Mechanicsburg

According to the labor force statistics for Mechanicsburg, out of the total population over 16 years of age (663), 68.6% or 455 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.5% or 16 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 95.4% or 104 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 30.0% or 3 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Mechanicsburg
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years10 (25.6%)3 (30.0%)
20 to 24 Years64 (84.2%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years17 (77.3%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years22 (78.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years104 (95.4%)8 (8.0%)
45 to 54 Years145 (93.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years46 (80.7%)3 (6.5%)
60 to 64 Years26 (63.4%)2 (7.7%)
65 to 74 Years19 (26.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over2 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total455 (68.6%)16 (3.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mechanicsburg

According to labor force statistics for Mechanicsburg, 87.4% of individuals (360) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (412) are in the labor force, with 3.7% or 13 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 91.8% or 112 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.2% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mechanicsburg
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School4 (40.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma155 (88.1%)9 (5.2%)
College / Associate Degree112 (91.8%)6 (4.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher89 (85.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total360 (87.4%)15 (3.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Mechanicsburg

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mechanicsburg are Management (55 | 12.6%), Computers, Engineering & Science (26 | 6.0%), Computers & Mathematics (17 | 3.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (17 | 3.9%), and Health Technologists (16 | 3.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Mechanicsburg

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mechanicsburg, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (92.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Mechanicsburg
OccupationMaleFemale
Management26 (47.3%)29 (52.7%)
Business & Financial2 (33.3%)4 (66.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science24 (92.3%)2 (7.7%)
Computers & Mathematics17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering7 (77.8%)2 (22.2%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 2 (25.0%)6 (75.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Total (Category)54 (48.2%)58 (51.8%)
Total (Overall)218 (50.1%)217 (49.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Mechanicsburg are Personal Care & Service (23 | 5.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (10 | 2.3%), Healthcare Support (5 | 1.1%), Security & Protection (4 | 0.9%), and Law Enforcement (4 | 0.9%).
Services Occupations in Mechanicsburg

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Mechanicsburg, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (90.0%), 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 Mechanicsburg
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Security & Protection4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance9 (90.0%)1 (10.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Total (Category)13 (28.9%)32 (71.1%)
Total (Overall)218 (50.1%)217 (49.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Mechanicsburg are Office & Administration (146 | 33.6%), and Sales & Related (20 | 4.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Mechanicsburg

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Mechanicsburg
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related6 (30.0%)14 (70.0%)
Office & Administration39 (26.7%)107 (73.3%)
Total (Category)45 (27.1%)121 (72.9%)
Total (Overall)218 (50.1%)217 (49.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Mechanicsburg are Construction & Extraction (41 | 9.4%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (21 | 4.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Mechanicsburg

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Mechanicsburg
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)218 (50.1%)217 (49.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Mechanicsburg are Transportation (26 | 6.0%), Production (19 | 4.4%), and Material Moving (5 | 1.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Mechanicsburg

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Mechanicsburg
OccupationMaleFemale
Production13 (68.4%)6 (31.6%)
Transportation26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)44 (88.0%)6 (12.0%)
Total (Overall)218 (50.1%)217 (49.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Mechanicsburg

Employment Industries in Mechanicsburg

The major employment industries in Mechanicsburg include Public Administration (84 | 19.3%), Manufacturing (52 | 11.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (42 | 9.7%), Construction (41 | 9.4%), and Wholesale Trade (36 | 8.3%).
Employment Industries in Mechanicsburg

Employment Industries by Sex in Mechanicsburg

The Mechanicsburg industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (95.2%), and Finance & Insurance (88.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Mechanicsburg
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction36 (87.8%)5 (12.2%)
Manufacturing47 (90.4%)5 (9.6%)
Wholesale Trade5 (13.9%)31 (86.1%)
Retail Trade23 (63.9%)13 (36.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing21 (67.7%)10 (32.3%)
Utilities4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance3 (11.1%)24 (88.9%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services3 (33.3%)6 (66.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance2 (4.8%)40 (95.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services10 (58.8%)7 (41.2%)
Public Administration24 (28.6%)60 (71.4%)
Total218 (50.1%)217 (49.9%)

Education in Mechanicsburg

School Enrollment in Mechanicsburg

The most common levels of schooling among the 135 students in Mechanicsburg are high school (46 | 34.1%), elementary school (44 | 32.6%), and middle school (20 | 14.8%).
School Enrollment in Mechanicsburg
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool139.6%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School4432.6%
Middle School2014.8%
High School4634.1%
College / Undergraduate107.4%
Graduate / Professional21.5%
Total135100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mechanicsburg

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mechanicsburg
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total135 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mechanicsburg

Business (37 | 25.7%), education (21 | 14.6%), liberal arts & history (21 | 14.6%), psychology (15 | 10.4%), and social sciences (13 | 9.0%) are the most common fields of study among 144 individuals in Mechanicsburg who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mechanicsburg
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics42.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural42.8%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology1510.4%
Social Sciences139.0%
Engineering42.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology128.3%
Business3725.7%
Education2114.6%
Literature & Languages10.7%
Liberal Arts & History2114.6%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications21.4%
Arts & Humanities106.9%
Total144100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Mechanicsburg

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mechanicsburg

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Mechanicsburg are males with 3 vehicles (90, accounting for 40.9%) and females with 3 vehicles (38, making up 45.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mechanicsburg
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle8 (3.6%)7 (3.5%)
1 Vehicle30 (13.6%)14 (7.0%)
2 Vehicles45 (20.4%)48 (24.0%)
3 Vehicles90 (40.9%)38 (19.0%)
4 Vehicles44 (20.0%)84 (42.0%)
5 or more Vehicles3 (1.4%)9 (4.5%)
Total220 (100.0%)200 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Mechanicsburg

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Mechanicsburg are 30 to 34 minutes (150 commuters, 41.4%), 25 to 29 minutes (72 commuters, 19.9%), and 20 to 24 minutes (40 commuters, 11.1%).
Commute Time in Mechanicsburg
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes174.7%
5 to 9 Minutes113.0%
10 to 14 Minutes41.1%
15 to 19 Minutes164.4%
20 to 24 Minutes4011.1%
25 to 29 Minutes7219.9%
30 to 34 Minutes15041.4%
35 to 39 Minutes154.1%
40 to 44 Minutes41.1%
45 to 59 Minutes123.3%
60 to 89 Minutes215.8%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Mechanicsburg

The most common commute times in Mechanicsburg are 30 to 34 minutes (87 commuters, 42.2%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (63 commuters, 40.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Mechanicsburg
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes12 (5.8%)5 (3.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes4 (1.9%)7 (4.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)4 (2.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes3 (1.5%)13 (8.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes22 (10.7%)18 (11.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes44 (21.4%)28 (17.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes87 (42.2%)63 (40.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes6 (2.9%)9 (5.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes4 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes10 (4.9%)2 (1.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes14 (6.8%)7 (4.5%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mechanicsburg

The most frequent times of departure to work in Mechanicsburg are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (63, 30.6%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (41, 26.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mechanicsburg
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM4 (1.9%)5 (3.2%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM2 (1.0%)2 (1.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM23 (11.2%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM34 (16.5%)28 (17.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM63 (30.6%)13 (8.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM34 (16.5%)41 (26.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM6 (2.9%)25 (16.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM13 (6.3%)10 (6.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM11 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)12 (7.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)3 (1.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM13 (6.3%)14 (9.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM3 (1.5%)3 (1.9%)
Total206 (100.0%)156 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Mechanicsburg

Occupancy by Ownership in Mechanicsburg

Of the total 306 dwellings in Mechanicsburg, owner-occupied units account for 269 (87.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 37 (12.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Mechanicsburg
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units26987.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units3712.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units306100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Mechanicsburg

Occupancy by Household Size in Mechanicsburg
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household8427.5%
2-Person Household10133.0%
3-Person Household5217.0%
4+ Person Household6922.6%
Total Housing Units306100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mechanicsburg

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mechanicsburg
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household62 (73.8%)22 (26.2%)
2-Person Household87 (86.1%)14 (13.9%)
3-Person Household52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household68 (98.6%)1 (1.5%)
Total Housing Units269 (87.9%)37 (12.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mechanicsburg

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mechanicsburg
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma97 (89.0%)12 (11.0%)
College/Associate Degree105 (80.8%)25 (19.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mechanicsburg

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mechanicsburg
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years258.2%
35 to 44 Years6621.6%
45 to 54 Years8026.1%
55 to 64 Years5518.0%
65 to 74 Years4414.4%
75 to 84 Years278.8%
85 Years and Over92.9%
Total306100.0%

Housing Finances in Mechanicsburg

Median Income by Occupancy in Mechanicsburg

Median Income by Occupancy in Mechanicsburg
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied269 (87.9%)$92,625
Renter-Occupied37 (12.1%)$28,036
Average306 (100.0%)$76,875

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mechanicsburg

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mechanicsburg
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0008 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)2 (5.4%)
$10,000 to $14,9998 (3.0%)10 (27.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9998 (3.0%)5 (13.5%)
$20,000 to $24,9992 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9995 (1.9%)9 (24.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99911 (4.1%)6 (16.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99970 (26.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99934 (12.6%)4 (10.8%)
$100,000 to $149,99945 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more78 (29.0%)1 (2.7%)
Total269 (100.0%)37 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mechanicsburg

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mechanicsburg
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3009 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49922 (8.2%)4 (10.8%)
$500 to $79937 (13.8%)14 (37.8%)
$800 to $99931 (11.5%)16 (43.2%)
$1,000 to $1,49969 (25.7%)3 (8.1%)
$1,500 to $1,99941 (15.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49950 (18.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9993 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more7 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total269 (100.0%)37 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Mechanicsburg

Housing Structures in Mechanicsburg

Housing Structures in Mechanicsburg
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached27489.5%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments72.3%
Mobile Home / Other258.2%
Total306100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mechanicsburg

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mechanicsburg
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached263 (96.0%)11 (4.0%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other6 (24.0%)19 (76.0%)
Total269 (87.9%)37 (12.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mechanicsburg

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mechanicsburg
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms2 (0.7%)7 (18.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms54 (20.1%)17 (46.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms121 (45.0%)12 (32.4%)
8 or more Rooms92 (34.2%)1 (2.7%)
Total269 (100.0%)37 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mechanicsburg

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mechanicsburg
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas205 (76.2%)23 (62.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas3 (1.1%)4 (10.8%)
Electricity56 (20.8%)10 (27.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels2 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used3 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total269 (100.0%)37 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Mechanicsburg

Household Vehicle Usage in Mechanicsburg
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle11 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle56 (20.8%)22 (59.5%)
2 Vehicles68 (25.3%)14 (37.8%)
3 or more Vehicles134 (49.8%)1 (2.7%)
Total269 (100.0%)37 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Mechanicsburg

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Mechanicsburg

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units85184
Median Property Value$123,000$223,800
Median Household Income$60,982$71
Monthly Housing Costs$555$7
Real Estate Taxes$1,982$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mechanicsburg

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mechanicsburg
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00011 (12.9%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99914 (16.5%)6 (3.3%)
$100,000 to $299,99943 (50.6%)108 (58.7%)
$300,000 to $499,99917 (20.0%)70 (38.0%)
$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%)
Total85 (100.0%)184 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mechanicsburg

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mechanicsburg
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0002 (2.4%)6 (3.3%)
$10,000 to $24,99912 (14.1%)6 (3.3%)
$25,000 to $34,9995 (5.9%)6 (3.3%)
$35,000 to $49,9994 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99932 (37.7%)7 (3.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99918 (21.2%)38 (20.6%)
$100,000 to $149,9995 (5.9%)16 (8.7%)
$150,000 or more7 (8.2%)40 (21.7%)
Total85 (100.0%)184 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mechanicsburg

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mechanicsburg
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x40 (47.1%)131,500 (71,467.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x12 (14.1%)99 (53.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x8 (9.4%)51 (27.7%)
4.0x or more23 (27.1%)22 (12.0%)
Total85 (100.0%)184 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mechanicsburg

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mechanicsburg
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80021 (24.7%)6 (3.3%)
$800 to $1,4998 (9.4%)7 (3.8%)
$800 to $1,49956 (65.9%)13 (7.1%)
Total85 (100.0%)184 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Mechanicsburg

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mechanicsburg

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mechanicsburg
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years115 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years101 (96.2%)4 (3.8%)
45 to 54 Years155 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years95 (96.9%)3 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years72 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total764 (99.1%)7 (0.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mechanicsburg

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mechanicsburg
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen115 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mechanicsburg

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mechanicsburg
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00069 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99939 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999120 (94.5%)7 (5.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99999 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over437 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mechanicsburg

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mechanicsburg
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
6 to 18 Years11 (9.6%)110 (95.7%)
19 to 25 Years7 (8.9%)72 (91.1%)
25 to 34 Years6 (12.0%)44 (88.0%)
35 to 44 Years6 (5.7%)98 (93.3%)
45 to 54 Years4 (2.6%)155 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years28 (28.6%)74 (75.5%)
65 to 74 Years72 (100.0%)40 (55.6%)
75 Years and over64 (100.0%)26 (40.6%)
Total198 (25.7%)652 (84.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mechanicsburg

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mechanicsburg
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years9 (18.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (3.2%)26 (15.5%)
65 to 74 Years11 (30.6%)6 (16.7%)
75 Years and over4 (66.7%)31 (53.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Mechanicsburg

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Mechanicsburg: <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 Years0 (0.0%)9 (5.4%)
65 to 74 Years5 (13.9%)4 (11.1%)
75 Years and over2 (33.3%)7 (12.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Mechanicsburg: <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 Years6 (3.2%)12 (7.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (5.2%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Mechanicsburg: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years9 (18.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)16 (9.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Mechanicsburg: <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 Years2 (1.1%)20 (11.9%)
65 to 74 Years6 (16.7%)4 (11.1%)
75 Years and over2 (33.3%)31 (53.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Mechanicsburg: <span>Self-Care 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 Years2 (1.1%)7 (4.2%)
65 to 74 Years4 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Mechanicsburg

Computing Device Access in Mechanicsburg

Computing Device Access in Mechanicsburg
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop25984.6%
Smartphone25984.6%
Tablet21269.3%
No Computing Device196.2%
Total306100.0%

Internet Access in Mechanicsburg

Internet Access in Mechanicsburg
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home15049.0%
Cellular Data Only5919.3%
Satellite Internet5518.0%
No Internet4615.0%
Total306100.0%

Mechanicsburg Summary

Mechanicsburg is a small village located in the state of Illinois, in the United States. It is located in the county of Sangamon, and is part of the Springfield Metropolitan Statistical Area. The village has a population of approximately 1,000 people, and is located about 10 miles south of the city of Springfield.

History

The village of Mechanicsburg was founded in 1837 by a group of settlers from the state of Ohio. The settlers were looking for a place to settle and start a new life, and they chose Mechanicsburg because of its proximity to the Sangamon River. The village was named after the mechanical skills of the settlers, who were mostly farmers and mechanics.
The village grew slowly over the years, and by the late 19th century, it had become a thriving community. The village was home to a variety of businesses, including a blacksmith, a general store, a post office, a hotel, and a school. The village also had a railroad station, which connected it to the larger cities of Springfield and Decatur.
In the early 20th century, the village began to decline, as many of the businesses closed and the population began to decline. However, in the late 20th century, the village began to experience a resurgence, as new businesses opened and the population began to increase.

Geography

Mechanicsburg is located in the central part of the state of Illinois, in the county of Sangamon. The village is situated on the banks of the Sangamon River, and is about 10 miles south of the city of Springfield. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland, and is located in a rural area.
The climate in Mechanicsburg is typical of the Midwest, with hot summers and cold winters. The average temperature in the summer is around 80 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average temperature in the winter is around 30 degrees Fahrenheit.

Economy

The economy of Mechanicsburg is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The village is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and wheat. The village also has several small businesses, including a general store, a post office, and a hotel.
The village is also a popular tourist destination, as it is located close to several attractions, including the Lincoln Home National Historic Site, the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, and the Illinois State Fairgrounds.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Mechanicsburg was 1,000 people. The racial makeup of the village was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, and 1.5% from other races. The median household income in the village was $41,250, and the median family income was $50,000. The per capita income in the village was $20,000.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Mechanicsburg?
Total Population of Mechanicsburg is 775.
What is the Total Male Population of Mechanicsburg?
Total Male Population of Mechanicsburg is 380.
What is the Total Female Population of Mechanicsburg?
Total Female Population of Mechanicsburg is 395.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Mechanicsburg?
There are 96.20 Males per 100 Females in Mechanicsburg.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Mechanicsburg?
There are 103.95 Females per 100 Males in Mechanicsburg.
What is the Median Population Age in Mechanicsburg?
Median Population Age in Mechanicsburg is 45.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Mechanicsburg
Average Family Size in Mechanicsburg is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Mechanicsburg
Average Household Size in Mechanicsburg is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Mechanicsburg?
Per Capita income in Mechanicsburg is $41,150.
What is the Median Family Income in Mechanicsburg?
Median Family Income in Mechanicsburg is $116,250.
What is the Median Household income in Mechanicsburg?
Median Household Income in Mechanicsburg is $76,875.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Mechanicsburg?
Income or Wage Gap in Mechanicsburg is 46.8%.
Women in Mechanicsburg earn 53.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Mechanicsburg?
Inequality or Gini Index in Mechanicsburg is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Mechanicsburg?
There are 455 People in the Labor Forcein in Mechanicsburg.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Mechanicsburg?
68.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Mechanicsburg.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Mechanicsburg?
Unemployment Rate in Mechanicsburg is 3.5%.