Monticello, IL

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Monticello Overview

6,337
TOTAL POPULATION
2,979
MALE POPULATION
3,358
FEMALE POPULATION
88.71
MALES / 100 FEMALES
112.72
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.5
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$38,878
PER CAPITA INCOME
$97,228
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$78,295
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
38.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
62.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.37
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,207
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Monticello Zip Codes

Monticello Area Codes

Race in Monticello

The most populous races in Monticello are White / Caucasian (6,085 | 96.0%), Two or more Races (167 | 2.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (105 | 1.7%).
Race in Monticello
Race# Population% Population
Asian10.0%
Black / African American841.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1051.7%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian6,08596.0%
Two or more Races1672.6%
Some other Race00.0%
Total6,337100.0%

Ancestry in Monticello

The most populous ancestries reported in Monticello are German (1,595 | 25.2%), English (863 | 13.6%), Irish (758 | 12.0%), American (552 | 8.7%), and Scottish (168 | 2.6%), together accounting for 62.1% of all Monticello residents.
Ancestry in Monticello
Ancestry# Population% Population
Alsatian150.2%
American5528.7%
Austrian300.5%
Bhutanese10.0%
British580.9%
Canadian160.3%
Central American Indian500.8%
Czech971.5%
Czechoslovakian160.3%
Dutch1101.7%
English86313.6%
European1272.0%
French360.6%
German1,59525.2%
Greek300.5%
Hungarian410.6%
Irish75812.0%
Italian1432.3%
Mexican340.5%
Norwegian1191.9%
Polish991.6%
Portuguese460.7%
Puerto Rican500.8%
Russian470.7%
Scotch-Irish1231.9%
Scottish1682.6%
Spaniard210.3%
Swedish841.3%
Swiss260.4%
Welsh841.3%
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Immigrants in Monticello

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Monticello came from Europe (21 | 0.3%), Southern Europe (21 | 0.3%), and Spain (21 | 0.3%), together accounting for 1.0% of all Monticello residents.
Immigrants in Monticello
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Europe210.3%
Southern Europe210.3%
Spain210.3%
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Sex and Age in Monticello

Sex and Age in Monticello

The most populous age groups in Monticello are 5 to 9 Years (297 | 10.0%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (302 | 9.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Monticello
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years150 (5.0%)236 (7.0%)
5 to 9 Years297 (10.0%)192 (5.7%)
10 to 14 Years79 (2.6%)146 (4.3%)
15 to 19 Years164 (5.5%)157 (4.7%)
20 to 24 Years123 (4.1%)176 (5.2%)
25 to 29 Years236 (7.9%)212 (6.3%)
30 to 34 Years250 (8.4%)247 (7.4%)
35 to 39 Years222 (7.4%)253 (7.5%)
40 to 44 Years128 (4.3%)158 (4.7%)
45 to 49 Years100 (3.4%)81 (2.4%)
50 to 54 Years119 (4.0%)98 (2.9%)
55 to 59 Years220 (7.4%)279 (8.3%)
60 to 64 Years248 (8.3%)302 (9.0%)
65 to 69 Years86 (2.9%)140 (4.2%)
70 to 74 Years274 (9.2%)291 (8.7%)
75 to 79 Years106 (3.6%)151 (4.5%)
80 to 84 Years19 (0.6%)93 (2.8%)
85 Years and over158 (5.3%)146 (4.3%)
Total2,979 (100.0%)3,358 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Monticello

Median Family Size in Monticello

The median family size in Monticello is 2.90 persons per family, with single female/mother families (225 | 12.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.96 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (70 | 4.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.19 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Monticello
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,453 (83.1%)2.93
Single Male/Father70 (4.0%)2.19
Single Female/Mother225 (12.9%)2.96
Total Families1,748 (100.0%)2.90

Median Household Size in Monticello

The median household size in Monticello is 2.38 persons per household, with single female/mother households (225 | 8.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.21 persons per household. non-family households (888 | 33.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Monticello
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,453 (55.1%)2.95
Single Male/Father70 (2.7%)2.87
Single Female/Mother225 (8.5%)3.21
Non-family888 (33.7%)1.18
Total Households2,636 (100.0%)2.38

Household Size by Marriage Status in Monticello

Out of a total of 2,636 households in Monticello, 1,748 (66.3%) are family households, while 888 (33.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 872, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 798.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Monticello
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-798 (30.3%)
2-Person Households872 (33.1%)68 (2.6%)
3-Person Households456 (17.3%)22 (0.8%)
4-Person Households248 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households172 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,748 (66.3%)888 (33.7%)

Female Fertility in Monticello

Fertility by Age in Monticello

Average fertility rate in Monticello is 15.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 30.0 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 Monticello
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years19 (100.0%)30.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total19 (100.0%)15.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Monticello

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Monticello
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Monticello

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Monticello
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 Degree19 (100.0%)42.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total19 (100.0%)15.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Monticello

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Monticello
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Monticello

Income Overview in Monticello

Per Capita Income in Monticello is $38,878, while median incomes of families and households are $97,228 and $78,295 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income6,337$38,878
Median Family Income1,748$97,228
Mean Family Income1,748$106,249
Median Household Income2,636$78,295
Mean Household Income2,636$90,473
Income Deficit1,748$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)6,33737.96%
Wage / Income Gap ($)6,33762.04¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index6,3370.37

Earnings by Sex in Monticello

Average Earnings in Monticello are $44,547, $56,525 for men and $35,070 for women, a difference of 38.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Monticello
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,735 (51.6%)$56,525
Female1,630 (48.4%)$35,070
Total3,365 (100.0%)$44,547

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Monticello

The most common earnings brackets in Monticello are $100,000+ for men (367 | 21.1%) and $5,000 to $7,499 for women (167 | 10.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Monticello
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less31 (1.8%)97 (5.9%)
$2,500 to $4,99935 (2.0%)39 (2.4%)
$5,000 to $7,499132 (7.6%)167 (10.2%)
$7,500 to $9,999102 (5.9%)68 (4.2%)
$10,000 to $12,49915 (0.9%)44 (2.7%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)39 (2.4%)
$15,000 to $17,499126 (7.3%)33 (2.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99939 (2.2%)14 (0.9%)
$20,000 to $22,49937 (2.1%)51 (3.1%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)63 (3.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99945 (2.6%)62 (3.8%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)135 (8.3%)
$35,000 to $39,99923 (1.3%)142 (8.7%)
$40,000 to $44,99945 (2.6%)115 (7.1%)
$45,000 to $49,99960 (3.5%)109 (6.7%)
$50,000 to $54,999147 (8.5%)74 (4.5%)
$55,000 to $64,999207 (11.9%)129 (7.9%)
$65,000 to $74,999168 (9.7%)92 (5.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999156 (9.0%)88 (5.4%)
$100,000+367 (21.1%)69 (4.2%)
Total1,735 (100.0%)1,630 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Monticello

Average earnings in Monticello are $60,775 for men and $40,036 for women, a difference of 34.1%. Men with an educational attainment of less than high school enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $113,025, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $52,264. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $69,375, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $29,299.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Monticello
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$113,025$0
High School Diploma$52,264$29,299
College or Associate's Degree$63,906$33,073
Bachelor's Degree$63,125$46,333
Graduate Degree$66,923$69,375
Total$60,775$40,036

Family Income in Monticello

Family Income Brackets in Monticello

According to the Monticello family income data, there are 559 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 32.0% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Monticello
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001015.8%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999311.8%
$25,000 to $34,999563.2%
$35,000 to $49,999663.8%
$50,000 to $74,99936921.1%
$75,000 to $99,99926915.4%
$100,000 to $149,99955932.0%
$150,000 to $199,9991568.9%
$200,000+1428.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Monticello

5-person families (172 | 9.8%) account for the highest median family income in Monticello with $135,724 per family, while 2-person families (1,012 | 57.9%) have the highest median income of $44,540 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Monticello
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,012 (57.9%)$89,079
3-Person Families349 (20.0%)$98,750
4-Person Families215 (12.3%)$108,594
5-Person Families172 (9.8%)$135,724
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,748 (100.0%)$97,228

Family Income by Number of Earners in Monticello

The median family income in Monticello is $97,228, with families comprising 3+ earners (178) having the highest median family income of $147,661, while families with no earners (300) have the lowest median family income of $69,934, accounting for 10.2% and 17.2% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Monticello
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners300 (17.2%)$69,934
1 Earner403 (23.1%)$94,712
2 Earners867 (49.6%)$108,520
3+ Earners178 (10.2%)$147,661
Total1,748 (100.0%)$97,228

Household Income in Monticello

Household Income Brackets in Monticello

With 693 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Monticello, accounting for 26.3% of all households. In contrast, only 55 households (2.1%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Monticello
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001455.5%
$10,000 to $14,999552.1%
$15,000 to $24,9991987.5%
$25,000 to $34,9991666.3%
$35,000 to $49,9991485.6%
$50,000 to $74,99955621.1%
$75,000 to $99,99935313.4%
$100,000 to $149,99969326.3%
$150,000 to $199,9991857.0%
$200,000+1405.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Monticello

The median household income in Monticello is $78,295, with the highest median household income of $102,609 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 728 households (27.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 68 households (2.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Monticello
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years68 (2.6%)$0
25 to 44 Years728 (27.6%)$102,609
45 to 64 Years911 (34.6%)$87,292
65+ Years929 (35.2%)$60,233
Total2,636 (100.0%)$78,295

Poverty in Monticello

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Monticello

With 7.0% poverty level for males and 9.7% for females among the residents of Monticello, under 5 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 43 males (28.9%) and 26 females (27.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Monticello
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years43 (28.9%)30 (12.7%)
5 Years27 (17.4%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years35 (24.6%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)26 (27.4%)
18 to 24 Years36 (22.1%)5 (2.3%)
25 to 34 Years37 (7.6%)19 (4.1%)
35 to 44 Years28 (8.0%)105 (25.6%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years1 (0.2%)57 (9.8%)
65 to 74 Years2 (0.6%)39 (9.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)43 (11.4%)
Total209 (7.0%)324 (9.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Monticello

According to the poverty statistics in Monticello, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Monticello
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years106 (71.1%)206 (87.3%)
5 Years128 (82.6%)29 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years107 (75.3%)278 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years79 (100.0%)31 (100.0%)
15 Years106 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years18 (100.0%)69 (72.6%)
18 to 24 Years127 (77.9%)209 (97.7%)
25 to 34 Years449 (92.4%)440 (95.9%)
35 to 44 Years322 (92.0%)306 (74.5%)
45 to 54 Years219 (100.0%)179 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years467 (99.8%)523 (90.2%)
65 to 74 Years354 (99.4%)392 (90.9%)
75 Years and over281 (100.0%)335 (88.6%)
Total2,763 (93.0%)3,021 (90.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Monticello

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Monticello show that 2.7% or 39 of the total 1,453 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 8.7%, comprising of 39 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Monticello
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children883 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children409 (91.3%)39 (8.7%)
3 or 4 Children122 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,414 (97.3%)39 (2.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Monticello

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Monticello
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)25 (16.1%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)18 (50.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)19 (55.9%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)62 (27.6%)

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

The poverty data for Monticello shows that 39 of the married-couple family households (2.7%) and 62 of the single-parent households (21.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 39 households (8.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 household (55.9%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Monticello
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)25 (14.1%)
1 or 2 Children39 (8.7%)18 (21.4%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)19 (55.9%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total39 (2.7%)62 (21.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Monticello

Employment by Class of Employer in Monticello

Among the 3,142 employed individuals in Monticello, private company employees (1,757 | 55.9%), not-for-profit organizations (428 | 13.6%), and state government employees (407 | 13.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Monticello
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,75755.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)611.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1093.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations42813.6%
Local Government Employees36911.7%
State Government Employees40713.0%
Federal Government Employees110.4%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total3,142100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Monticello

According to the labor force statistics for Monticello, out of the total population over 16 years of age (5,107), 62.8% or 3,207 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.7% or 55 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 99.7% or 397 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 45 to 54 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 4.0% or 16 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Monticello
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years119 (62.3%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years270 (90.3%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years420 (93.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years410 (82.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years653 (85.8%)25 (3.8%)
45 to 54 Years397 (99.7%)16 (4.0%)
55 to 59 Years350 (70.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years406 (73.8%)13 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years174 (22.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over9 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,207 (62.8%)55 (1.7%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Monticello

According to labor force statistics for Monticello, 83.6% of individuals (2,636) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,153) are in the labor force, with 2.0% or 53 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 92.2% or 880 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.2% or 25 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Monticello
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School87 (63.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma405 (59.0%)43 (6.2%)
College / Associate Degree880 (92.2%)17 (1.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,264 (91.9%)14 (1.0%)
Total2,636 (83.6%)63 (2.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Monticello

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Monticello are Community & Social Service (632 | 20.0%), Education Instruction & Library (456 | 14.5%), Management (439 | 13.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (183 | 5.8%), and Health Technologists (169 | 5.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Monticello

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Monticello, 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 Education, Arts & Media (83.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (72.7%), and Health Technologists (70.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Monticello
OccupationMaleFemale
Management260 (59.2%)179 (40.8%)
Business & Financial32 (36.8%)55 (63.2%)
Computers, Engineering & Science125 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics67 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 229 (36.2%)403 (63.8%)
Education, Arts & Media16 (17.0%)78 (83.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library148 (32.5%)308 (67.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment65 (79.3%)17 (20.7%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating50 (27.3%)133 (72.7%)
Health Technologists50 (29.6%)119 (70.4%)
Total (Category)696 (47.5%)770 (52.5%)
Total (Overall)1,647 (52.2%)1,507 (47.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Monticello are Healthcare Support (208 | 6.6%), Food Preparation & Serving (95 | 3.0%), Personal Care & Service (50 | 1.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (44 | 1.4%), and Security & Protection (13 | 0.4%).
Services Occupations in Monticello

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Monticello, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (83.7%), and Food Preparation & Serving (81.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Monticello
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support34 (16.4%)174 (83.7%)
Security & Protection13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving18 (19.0%)77 (81.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)50 (100.0%)
Total (Category)109 (26.6%)301 (73.4%)
Total (Overall)1,647 (52.2%)1,507 (47.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Monticello are Office & Administration (443 | 14.1%), and Sales & Related (232 | 7.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Monticello

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Monticello
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related159 (68.5%)73 (31.5%)
Office & Administration128 (28.9%)315 (71.1%)
Total (Category)287 (42.5%)388 (57.5%)
Total (Overall)1,647 (52.2%)1,507 (47.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Monticello are Construction & Extraction (150 | 4.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (43 | 1.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Monticello

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Monticello
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction150 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)193 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,647 (52.2%)1,507 (47.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Monticello are Production (182 | 5.8%), Transportation (149 | 4.7%), and Material Moving (79 | 2.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Monticello

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Monticello
OccupationMaleFemale
Production141 (77.5%)41 (22.5%)
Transportation149 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving72 (91.1%)7 (8.9%)
Total (Category)362 (88.3%)48 (11.7%)
Total (Overall)1,647 (52.2%)1,507 (47.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Monticello

Employment Industries in Monticello

The major employment industries in Monticello include Educational Services (678 | 21.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (650 | 20.6%), Finance & Insurance (249 | 7.9%), Manufacturing (239 | 7.6%), and Retail Trade (195 | 6.2%).
Employment Industries in Monticello

Employment Industries by Sex in Monticello

The Monticello industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (91.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (86.4%), and Public Administration (82.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Monticello
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting162 (91.0%)16 (9.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction144 (88.9%)18 (11.1%)
Manufacturing158 (66.1%)81 (33.9%)
Wholesale Trade102 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade123 (63.1%)72 (36.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing93 (78.8%)25 (21.2%)
Utilities60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information16 (29.6%)38 (70.4%)
Finance & Insurance54 (21.7%)195 (78.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific35 (45.5%)42 (54.5%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support61 (67.8%)29 (32.2%)
Educational Services414 (61.1%)264 (38.9%)
Health Care & Social Assistance144 (22.2%)506 (77.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services18 (13.6%)114 (86.4%)
Public Administration13 (17.3%)62 (82.7%)
Total1,647 (52.2%)1,507 (47.8%)

Education in Monticello

School Enrollment in Monticello

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,144 students in Monticello are elementary school (297 | 26.0%), high school (222 | 19.4%), and middle school (218 | 19.1%).
School Enrollment in Monticello
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool18816.4%
Kindergarten544.7%
Elementary School29726.0%
Middle School21819.1%
High School22219.4%
College / Undergraduate12911.3%
Graduate / Professional363.2%
Total1,144100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Monticello

Out of a total of 1,144 students who are enrolled in schools in Monticello, 125 (10.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,019 (89.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 37 (69.8% 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 62 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Monticello
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old405 (86.5%)63 (13.5%)
10 to 14 Year Olds199 (88.8%)25 (11.2%)
15 to 17 Year Olds225 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over16 (30.2%)37 (69.8%)
Total1,019 (89.1%)125 (10.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Monticello

Education (418 | 22.3%), bio, nature & agricultural (263 | 14.0%), business (196 | 10.4%), social sciences (169 | 9.0%), and literature & languages (142 | 7.6%) are the most common fields of study among 1,879 individuals in Monticello who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Monticello
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural26314.0%
Physical & Health Sciences351.9%
Psychology1266.7%
Social Sciences1699.0%
Engineering221.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology1095.8%
Business19610.4%
Education41822.3%
Literature & Languages1427.6%
Liberal Arts & History1166.2%
Visual & Performing Arts603.2%
Communications1025.4%
Arts & Humanities1216.4%
Total1,879100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Monticello

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Monticello

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Monticello are males with 2 vehicles (891, accounting for 54.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (808, making up 59.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Monticello
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle158 (9.7%)122 (8.1%)
2 Vehicles891 (54.8%)808 (53.8%)
3 Vehicles319 (19.6%)399 (26.6%)
4 Vehicles88 (5.4%)116 (7.7%)
5 or more Vehicles171 (10.5%)58 (3.9%)
Total1,627 (100.0%)1,503 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Monticello

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Monticello are 30 to 34 minutes (729 commuters, 25.4%), 20 to 24 minutes (427 commuters, 14.8%), and less than 5 minutes (385 commuters, 13.4%).
Commute Time in Monticello
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes38513.4%
5 to 9 Minutes2679.3%
10 to 14 Minutes1896.6%
15 to 19 Minutes842.9%
20 to 24 Minutes42714.8%
25 to 29 Minutes32711.4%
30 to 34 Minutes72925.4%
35 to 39 Minutes2037.1%
40 to 44 Minutes1013.5%
45 to 59 Minutes612.1%
60 to 89 Minutes782.7%
90 or more Minutes250.9%

Commute Time by Sex in Monticello

The most common commute times in Monticello are 30 to 34 minutes (465 commuters, 29.8%) for males and less than 5 minutes (281 commuters, 21.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Monticello
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes104 (6.7%)281 (21.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes136 (8.7%)131 (10.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes47 (3.0%)142 (10.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes59 (3.8%)25 (1.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes261 (16.7%)166 (12.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes216 (13.8%)111 (8.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes465 (29.8%)264 (20.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes128 (8.2%)75 (5.7%)
40 to 44 Minutes75 (4.8%)26 (2.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes21 (1.3%)40 (3.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes33 (2.1%)45 (3.4%)
90 or more Minutes16 (1.0%)9 (0.7%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Monticello

The most frequent times of departure to work in Monticello are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (431, 27.6%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (369, 28.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Monticello
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM51 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM13 (0.8%)12 (0.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM36 (2.3%)14 (1.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM108 (6.9%)70 (5.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM429 (27.5%)106 (8.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM431 (27.6%)369 (28.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM163 (10.4%)282 (21.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM110 (7.0%)189 (14.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM14 (0.9%)41 (3.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM83 (5.3%)40 (3.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM16 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)34 (2.6%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM43 (2.8%)122 (9.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM64 (4.1%)36 (2.7%)
Total1,561 (100.0%)1,315 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Monticello

Occupancy by Ownership in Monticello

Of the total 2,636 dwellings in Monticello, owner-occupied units account for 2,130 (80.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 506 (19.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Monticello
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,13080.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units50619.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,636100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Monticello

Occupancy by Household Size in Monticello
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household79830.3%
2-Person Household94035.7%
3-Person Household47818.1%
4+ Person Household42015.9%
Total Housing Units2,636100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Monticello

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Monticello
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household483 (60.5%)315 (39.5%)
2-Person Household837 (89.0%)103 (11.0%)
3-Person Household390 (81.6%)88 (18.4%)
4+ Person Household420 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units2,130 (80.8%)506 (19.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Monticello

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Monticello
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma495 (67.3%)240 (32.7%)
College/Associate Degree581 (78.1%)163 (21.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher975 (90.4%)103 (9.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Monticello

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Monticello
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years42816.2%
35 to 44 Years36814.0%
45 to 54 Years2148.1%
55 to 64 Years69726.4%
65 to 74 Years47017.8%
75 to 84 Years2017.6%
85 Years and Over2589.8%
Total2,636100.0%

Housing Finances in Monticello

Median Income by Occupancy in Monticello

Median Income by Occupancy in Monticello
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,130 (80.8%)$88,239
Renter-Occupied506 (19.2%)$29,211
Average2,636 (100.0%)$78,295

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Monticello

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Monticello
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00039 (1.8%)20 (4.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99937 (1.7%)48 (9.5%)
$10,000 to $14,99917 (0.8%)39 (7.7%)
$15,000 to $19,99965 (3.0%)29 (5.7%)
$20,000 to $24,99959 (2.8%)44 (8.7%)
$25,000 to $34,99968 (3.2%)97 (19.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99971 (3.3%)76 (15.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999555 (26.1%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999305 (14.3%)49 (9.7%)
$100,000 to $149,999589 (27.7%)104 (20.5%)
$150,000 or more325 (15.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,130 (100.0%)506 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Monticello

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Monticello
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499183 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799506 (23.8%)41 (8.1%)
$800 to $999151 (7.1%)209 (41.3%)
$1,000 to $1,499528 (24.8%)92 (18.2%)
$1,500 to $1,999476 (22.4%)97 (19.2%)
$2,000 to $2,499142 (6.7%)32 (6.3%)
$2,500 to $2,99915 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more129 (6.1%)17 (3.4%)
Total2,130 (100.0%)506 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Monticello

Housing Structures in Monticello

Housing Structures in Monticello
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,08178.9%
Single Unit, Attached2268.6%
2 Unit Apartments391.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments210.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments461.8%
10 or more Apartments1897.2%
Mobile Home / Other341.3%
Total2,636100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Monticello

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Monticello
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,928 (92.6%)153 (7.3%)
Single Unit, Attached168 (74.3%)58 (25.7%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)39 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)46 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)189 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,130 (80.8%)506 (19.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Monticello

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Monticello
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms34 (1.6%)185 (36.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms456 (21.4%)203 (40.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms808 (37.9%)43 (8.5%)
8 or more Rooms832 (39.1%)75 (14.8%)
Total2,130 (100.0%)506 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Monticello

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Monticello
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,441 (67.6%)303 (59.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas16 (0.7%)33 (6.5%)
Electricity643 (30.2%)170 (33.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene18 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels12 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,130 (100.0%)506 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Monticello

Household Vehicle Usage in Monticello
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle20 (0.9%)63 (12.4%)
1 Vehicle528 (24.8%)270 (53.4%)
2 Vehicles1,029 (48.3%)138 (27.3%)
3 or more Vehicles553 (26.0%)35 (6.9%)
Total2,130 (100.0%)506 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Monticello

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Monticello

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units7471,383
Median Property Value$197,300$196,700
Median Household Income$67,688$172
Monthly Housing Costs$574$129
Real Estate Taxes$2,658$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Monticello

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Monticello
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00034 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99957 (7.6%)20 (1.5%)
$100,000 to $299,999543 (72.7%)1,089 (78.7%)
$300,000 to $499,999113 (15.1%)223 (16.1%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)51 (3.7%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total747 (100.0%)1,383 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Monticello

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Monticello
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00018 (2.4%)9 (0.6%)
$10,000 to $24,99983 (11.1%)58 (4.2%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)58 (4.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99939 (5.2%)68 (4.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999274 (36.7%)32 (2.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999117 (15.7%)281 (20.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99963 (8.4%)188 (13.6%)
$150,000 or more153 (20.5%)526 (38.0%)
Total747 (100.0%)1,383 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Monticello

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Monticello
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x358 (47.9%)103,207 (7,462.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x79 (10.6%)533 (38.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x155 (20.7%)472 (34.1%)
4.0x or more155 (20.7%)125 (9.0%)
Total747 (100.0%)1,383 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Monticello

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Monticello
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80034 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499122 (16.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499591 (79.1%)56 (4.1%)
Total747 (100.0%)1,383 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Monticello

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Monticello

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Monticello
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years570 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years785 (96.8%)26 (3.2%)
19 to 25 Years403 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years857 (97.3%)24 (2.7%)
35 to 44 Years679 (89.2%)82 (10.8%)
45 to 54 Years398 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years1,026 (97.9%)22 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years787 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older659 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,164 (97.6%)154 (2.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Monticello

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Monticello
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born570 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen785 (96.8%)26 (3.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen403 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Monticello

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Monticello
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000632 (96.1%)26 (4.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999438 (80.8%)104 (19.2%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,146 (98.0%)24 (2.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999969 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over2,928 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Monticello

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Monticello
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6163 (28.6%)407 (71.4%)
6 to 18 Years179 (22.1%)630 (77.7%)
19 to 25 Years5 (1.2%)398 (98.8%)
25 to 34 Years155 (17.6%)733 (83.2%)
35 to 44 Years96 (12.6%)583 (76.6%)
45 to 54 Years35 (8.8%)363 (91.2%)
55 to 64 Years162 (15.5%)864 (82.4%)
65 to 74 Years767 (97.5%)482 (61.3%)
75 Years and over659 (100.0%)565 (85.7%)
Total2,221 (35.1%)5,025 (79.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Monticello

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Monticello
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years28 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years29 (4.5%)46 (6.8%)
35 to 64 Years122 (11.8%)112 (9.6%)
65 to 74 Years15 (4.2%)95 (22.0%)
75 Years and over165 (58.7%)108 (28.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Monticello

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Monticello: <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%)13 (1.9%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)38 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)36 (8.4%)
75 Years and over108 (38.4%)37 (9.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Monticello: <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%)28 (4.2%)
35 to 64 Years76 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)16 (3.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)55 (14.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Monticello: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years28 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years29 (4.5%)33 (4.9%)
35 to 64 Years18 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (0.6%)16 (3.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)20 (5.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Monticello: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years1 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years115 (11.1%)35 (3.0%)
65 to 74 Years14 (3.9%)42 (9.7%)
75 Years and over137 (48.7%)57 (15.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Monticello: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years1 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years117 (11.3%)35 (3.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (0.6%)21 (4.9%)
75 Years and over3 (1.1%)17 (4.5%)

Technology Access in Monticello

Computing Device Access in Monticello

Computing Device Access in Monticello
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,88471.5%
Smartphone2,15481.7%
Tablet1,84870.1%
No Computing Device2188.3%
Total2,636100.0%

Internet Access in Monticello

Internet Access in Monticello
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet180.7%
Broadband Home1,86470.7%
Cellular Data Only27710.5%
Satellite Internet1304.9%
No Internet43216.4%
Total2,636100.0%

Monticello Summary

Monticello, Illinois is a small city located in Piatt County, Illinois. It is situated in the heart of the state, about 25 miles south of Champaign and about 90 miles south of Chicago. The city has a population of 5,091 as of the 2010 census, and is the county seat of Piatt County.

History

Monticello was founded in 1837 by William Piatt, a prominent local landowner. The city was named after the estate of Thomas Jefferson, Monticello, which was located in Virginia. The city was incorporated in 1855 and has since grown to become the county seat of Piatt County.
Monticello has a rich history of industry and commerce. In the late 19th century, the city was home to several factories, including a flour mill, a sawmill, a brickyard, and a furniture factory. The city also had a thriving agricultural industry, with many farmers growing corn, wheat, and other crops.
In the early 20th century, Monticello was home to several automobile manufacturers, including the Monticello Motor Car Company and the Monticello Automobile Company. The city also had a thriving coal mining industry, with several mines located in the area.

Geography

Monticello is located in the center of Piatt County, Illinois. The city is situated on the Sangamon River, which flows through the city and is a major tributary of the Illinois River. The city is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland, and is located about 25 miles south of Champaign and about 90 miles south of Chicago.
The climate in Monticello is typical of the Midwest, with hot summers and cold winters. The average temperature in the summer is around 75 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average temperature in the winter is around 25 degrees Fahrenheit.

Economy

Monticello has a diverse economy, with a variety of industries and businesses. The city is home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory, a printing company, and a plastics manufacturer. The city also has a thriving agricultural industry, with many farmers growing corn, wheat, and other crops.
The city is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses. The city is also home to several medical facilities, including a hospital and several clinics.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Monticello had a population of 5,091. The racial makeup of the city was 95.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
The median household income in Monticello was $41,944, and the median family income was $50,917. The per capita income in the city was $20,945. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Monticello?
Total Population of Monticello is 6,337.
What is the Total Male Population of Monticello?
Total Male Population of Monticello is 2,979.
What is the Total Female Population of Monticello?
Total Female Population of Monticello is 3,358.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Monticello?
There are 88.71 Males per 100 Females in Monticello.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Monticello?
There are 112.72 Females per 100 Males in Monticello.
What is the Median Population Age in Monticello?
Median Population Age in Monticello is 40.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Monticello
Average Family Size in Monticello is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Monticello
Average Household Size in Monticello is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Monticello?
Per Capita income in Monticello is $38,878.
What is the Median Family Income in Monticello?
Median Family Income in Monticello is $97,228.
What is the Median Household income in Monticello?
Median Household Income in Monticello is $78,295.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Monticello?
Income or Wage Gap in Monticello is 38.0%.
Women in Monticello earn 62.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Monticello?
Inequality or Gini Index in Monticello is 0.37.
How Large is the Labor Force in Monticello?
There are 3,207 People in the Labor Forcein in Monticello.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Monticello?
62.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Monticello.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Monticello?
Unemployment Rate in Monticello is 1.7%.