Pocahontas, IL

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804
TOTAL POPULATION
395
MALE POPULATION
409
FEMALE POPULATION
96.58
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.54
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,748
PER CAPITA INCOME
$61,071
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$47,143
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
6.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
94.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
387
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Pocahontas

The most populous races in Pocahontas are White / Caucasian (759 | 94.4%), Two or more Races (27 | 3.4%), and Native / Alaskan (16 | 2.0%).
Race in Pocahontas
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan162.0%
White / Caucasian75994.4%
Two or more Races273.4%
Some other Race20.3%
Total804100.0%

Ancestry in Pocahontas

The most populous ancestries reported in Pocahontas are German (239 | 29.7%), English (83 | 10.3%), Irish (62 | 7.7%), Italian (40 | 5.0%), and Czech (36 | 4.5%), together accounting for 57.2% of all Pocahontas residents.
Ancestry in Pocahontas
Ancestry# Population% Population
Alaskan Athabascan50.6%
American283.5%
Belgian81.0%
British30.4%
Cherokee151.9%
Creek162.0%
Czech364.5%
Dutch20.3%
English8310.3%
European70.9%
French81.0%
German23929.7%
Hungarian20.3%
Irish627.7%
Italian405.0%
Lithuanian20.3%
Polish222.7%
Scotch-Irish50.6%
Swedish10.1%
Swiss60.7%
Welsh20.3%
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Immigrants in Pocahontas

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

Sex and Age in Pocahontas

The most populous age groups in Pocahontas are 30 to 34 Years (43 | 10.9%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (61 | 14.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Pocahontas
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years17 (4.3%)26 (6.4%)
5 to 9 Years15 (3.8%)36 (8.8%)
10 to 14 Years17 (4.3%)45 (11.0%)
15 to 19 Years21 (5.3%)22 (5.4%)
20 to 24 Years19 (4.8%)19 (4.6%)
25 to 29 Years42 (10.6%)18 (4.4%)
30 to 34 Years43 (10.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Years29 (7.3%)30 (7.3%)
40 to 44 Years34 (8.6%)12 (2.9%)
45 to 49 Years20 (5.1%)10 (2.4%)
50 to 54 Years30 (7.6%)10 (2.4%)
55 to 59 Years30 (7.6%)61 (14.9%)
60 to 64 Years23 (5.8%)34 (8.3%)
65 to 69 Years17 (4.3%)39 (9.5%)
70 to 74 Years20 (5.1%)26 (6.4%)
75 to 79 Years10 (2.5%)7 (1.7%)
80 to 84 Years8 (2.0%)4 (1.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)10 (2.4%)
Total395 (100.0%)409 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Pocahontas

Median Family Size in Pocahontas

The median family size in Pocahontas is 3.46 persons per family, with married-couple families (135 | 71.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.62 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (35 | 18.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.80 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Pocahontas
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple135 (71.8%)3.62
Single Male/Father35 (18.6%)2.80
Single Female/Mother18 (9.6%)3.50
Total Families188 (100.0%)3.46

Median Household Size in Pocahontas

The median household size in Pocahontas is 2.73 persons per household, with single female/mother households (18 | 6.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.89 persons per household. non-family households (106 | 36.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.03 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Pocahontas
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple135 (45.9%)3.67
Single Male/Father35 (11.9%)3.69
Single Female/Mother18 (6.1%)3.89
Non-family106 (36.0%)1.03
Total Households294 (100.0%)2.73

Household Size by Marriage Status in Pocahontas

Out of a total of 294 households in Pocahontas, 188 (63.9%) are family households, while 106 (36.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 64, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 102.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Pocahontas
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-102 (34.7%)
2-Person Households61 (20.7%)4 (1.4%)
3-Person Households64 (21.8%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households37 (12.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households15 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households8 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households3 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total188 (63.9%)106 (36.0%)

Female Fertility in Pocahontas

Fertility by Age in Pocahontas

Average fertility rate in Pocahontas is 58.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 189.0 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 Pocahontas
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years7 (100.0%)189.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total7 (100.0%)58.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Pocahontas

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Pocahontas
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Pocahontas

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Pocahontas
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma7 (100.0%)149.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total7 (100.0%)58.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Pocahontas

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Pocahontas
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)

Income in Pocahontas

Income Overview in Pocahontas

Per Capita Income in Pocahontas is $22,748, while median incomes of families and households are $61,071 and $47,143 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income804$22,748
Median Family Income188$61,071
Mean Family Income188$70,015
Median Household Income294$47,143
Mean Household Income294$57,283
Income Deficit188$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)8045.97%
Wage / Income Gap ($)80494.03¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index8040.40

Earnings by Sex in Pocahontas

Average Earnings in Pocahontas are $27,333, $28,203 for men and $26,518 for women, a difference of 6.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Pocahontas
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male233 (56.0%)$28,203
Female183 (44.0%)$26,518
Total416 (100.0%)$27,333

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Pocahontas

The most common earnings brackets in Pocahontas are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (36 | 15.4%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (41 | 22.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Pocahontas
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less25 (10.7%)25 (13.7%)
$2,500 to $4,99910 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49910 (4.3%)17 (9.3%)
$7,500 to $9,9997 (3.0%)1 (0.5%)
$10,000 to $12,49918 (7.7%)13 (7.1%)
$12,500 to $14,9999 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)9 (4.9%)
$17,500 to $19,99916 (6.9%)5 (2.7%)
$20,000 to $22,4994 (1.7%)4 (2.2%)
$22,500 to $24,99912 (5.1%)9 (4.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99917 (7.3%)22 (12.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9999 (3.9%)41 (22.4%)
$35,000 to $39,9993 (1.3%)9 (4.9%)
$40,000 to $44,9999 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9993 (1.3%)3 (1.6%)
$50,000 to $54,99912 (5.1%)2 (1.1%)
$55,000 to $64,99936 (15.4%)5 (2.7%)
$65,000 to $74,99918 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9997 (3.0%)11 (6.0%)
$100,000+8 (3.4%)7 (3.8%)
Total233 (100.0%)183 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Pocahontas

Average earnings in Pocahontas are $30,000 for men and $28,906 for women, a difference of 3.6%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $42,250, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $2,499. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $75,694, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $21,250.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Pocahontas
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$30,208$21,250
College or Associate's Degree$42,250$25,625
Bachelor's Degree$2,499$0
Graduate Degree--
Total$30,000$28,906

Family Income in Pocahontas

Family Income Brackets in Pocahontas

According to the Pocahontas family income data, there are 43 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.9% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 1 families (0.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Pocahontas
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00010.5%
$10,000 to $14,99910.5%
$15,000 to $24,9992513.3%
$25,000 to $34,9992814.9%
$35,000 to $49,9992412.8%
$50,000 to $74,9994322.9%
$75,000 to $99,9992412.8%
$100,000 to $149,9993217.0%
$150,000 to $199,99952.7%
$200,000+52.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Pocahontas

5-person families (15 | 8.0%) account for the highest median family income in Pocahontas with $66,719 per family, while 2-person families (82 | 43.6%) have the highest median income of $25,000 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Pocahontas
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families82 (43.6%)$50,000
3-Person Families62 (33.0%)$61,429
4-Person Families18 (9.6%)$0
5-Person Families15 (8.0%)$66,719
6-Person Families8 (4.3%)$0
7+ Person Families3 (1.6%)$0
Total188 (100.0%)$61,071

Family Income by Number of Earners in Pocahontas

The median family income in Pocahontas is $61,071, with families comprising 2 earners (50) having the highest median family income of $98,750, while families with no earners (35) have the lowest median family income of $31,563, accounting for 26.6% and 18.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Pocahontas
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners35 (18.6%)$31,563
1 Earner61 (32.5%)$34,375
2 Earners50 (26.6%)$98,750
3+ Earners42 (22.3%)$96,250
Total188 (100.0%)$61,071

Household Income in Pocahontas

Household Income Brackets in Pocahontas

With 56 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Pocahontas, accounting for 19.1% of all households. In contrast, only 5 households (1.7%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Pocahontas
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000206.8%
$10,000 to $14,99951.7%
$15,000 to $24,9994716.0%
$25,000 to $34,9993411.6%
$35,000 to $49,9995518.7%
$50,000 to $74,9995619.0%
$75,000 to $99,9993210.9%
$100,000 to $149,9993511.9%
$150,000 to $199,99951.7%
$200,000+51.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Pocahontas

The median household income in Pocahontas is $47,143, with the highest median household income of $60,313 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 109 households (37.1%) 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 4 households (1.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Pocahontas
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years4 (1.4%)$0
25 to 44 Years83 (28.2%)$48,295
45 to 64 Years109 (37.1%)$60,313
65+ Years98 (33.3%)$34,000
Total294 (100.0%)$47,143

Poverty in Pocahontas

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Pocahontas

With 13.4% poverty level for males and 15.2% for females among the residents of Pocahontas, 25 to 34 year old males and 45 to 54 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 28 males (32.9%) and 16 females (80.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Pocahontas
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)15 (57.7%)
5 Years1 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years1 (11.1%)2 (4.6%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)8 (21.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)12 (50.0%)
25 to 34 Years28 (32.9%)4 (22.2%)
35 to 44 Years9 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years2 (4.0%)16 (80.0%)
55 to 64 Years4 (7.5%)1 (1.1%)
65 to 74 Years7 (18.9%)4 (6.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total52 (13.4%)62 (15.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Pocahontas

According to the poverty statistics in Pocahontas, males aged under 5 years and females aged 16 and 17 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 Pocahontas
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years17 (100.0%)11 (42.3%)
5 Years3 (75.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years8 (88.9%)41 (95.4%)
12 to 14 Years12 (100.0%)30 (78.9%)
15 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years9 (100.0%)17 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years27 (100.0%)12 (50.0%)
25 to 34 Years57 (67.1%)14 (77.8%)
35 to 44 Years54 (85.7%)42 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years48 (96.0%)4 (20.0%)
55 to 64 Years49 (92.4%)94 (99.0%)
65 to 74 Years30 (81.1%)61 (93.9%)
75 Years and over18 (100.0%)21 (100.0%)
Total336 (86.6%)347 (84.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Pocahontas

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Pocahontas
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children77 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total135 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Pocahontas

According to the poverty data in Pocahontas, 40.0% or 14 single-father households and 27.8% or 5 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 14 households (58.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Pocahontas
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children14 (58.3%)5 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total14 (40.0%)5 (27.8%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Pocahontas
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)19 (65.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)19 (35.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Pocahontas

Employment by Class of Employer in Pocahontas

Among the 353 employed individuals in Pocahontas, private company employees (231 | 65.4%), self-employed (incorporated) (47 | 13.3%), and local government employees (29 | 8.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Pocahontas
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees23165.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)4713.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)154.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations195.4%
Local Government Employees298.2%
State Government Employees82.3%
Federal Government Employees41.1%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total353100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Pocahontas

According to the labor force statistics for Pocahontas, out of the total population over 16 years of age (644), 60.1% or 387 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.3% or 9 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 76.7% or 46 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 60 to 64 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.1% or 4 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Pocahontas
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years29 (74.4%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years26 (68.4%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years46 (76.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years33 (76.7%)1 (3.0%)
35 to 44 Years77 (73.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years47 (67.1%)2 (4.3%)
55 to 59 Years64 (70.3%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years33 (57.9%)4 (12.1%)
65 to 74 Years30 (29.4%)2 (6.7%)
75 Years and over2 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total387 (60.1%)9 (2.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Pocahontas

According to labor force statistics for Pocahontas, 70.4% of individuals (300) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (426) are in the labor force, with 2.3% or 7 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 94.9% or 56 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.0% or 5 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Pocahontas
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School41 (49.4%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma126 (70.0%)7 (4.0%)
College / Associate Degree77 (74.0%)3 (2.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher56 (94.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total300 (70.4%)10 (2.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Pocahontas

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Pocahontas are Community & Social Service (45 | 11.9%), Education Instruction & Library (38 | 10.1%), Management (24 | 6.4%), Computers, Engineering & Science (16 | 4.2%), and Architecture & Engineering (11 | 2.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Pocahontas

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Pocahontas, 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 Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (65.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Pocahontas
OccupationMaleFemale
Management12 (50.0%)12 (50.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 20 (44.4%)25 (55.6%)
Education, Arts & Media7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library13 (34.2%)25 (65.8%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Total (Category)48 (52.2%)44 (47.8%)
Total (Overall)225 (59.5%)153 (40.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Pocahontas are Food Preparation & Serving (37 | 9.8%), Healthcare Support (9 | 2.4%), Personal Care & Service (9 | 2.4%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (6 | 1.6%).
Services Occupations in Pocahontas

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Pocahontas, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (29.7%), and Personal Care & Service (22.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (77.8%), and Food Preparation & Serving (70.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Pocahontas
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving11 (29.7%)26 (70.3%)
Cleaning & Maintenance6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service2 (22.2%)7 (77.8%)
Total (Category)19 (31.1%)42 (68.9%)
Total (Overall)225 (59.5%)153 (40.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Pocahontas are Office & Administration (57 | 15.1%), and Sales & Related (13 | 3.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Pocahontas

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Pocahontas
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related8 (61.5%)5 (38.5%)
Office & Administration4 (7.0%)53 (93.0%)
Total (Category)12 (17.1%)58 (82.9%)
Total (Overall)225 (59.5%)153 (40.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Pocahontas are Construction & Extraction (49 | 13.0%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (22 | 5.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (7 | 1.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Pocahontas

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Pocahontas
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)225 (59.5%)153 (40.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Pocahontas are Material Moving (41 | 10.8%), Transportation (24 | 6.4%), and Production (12 | 3.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Pocahontas

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Pocahontas
OccupationMaleFemale
Production10 (83.3%)2 (16.7%)
Transportation24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving34 (82.9%)7 (17.1%)
Total (Category)68 (88.3%)9 (11.7%)
Total (Overall)225 (59.5%)153 (40.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Pocahontas

Employment Industries in Pocahontas

The major employment industries in Pocahontas include Retail Trade (57 | 15.1%), Professional & Scientific (53 | 14.0%), Manufacturing (43 | 11.4%), Construction (36 | 9.5%), and Educational Services (36 | 9.5%).
Employment Industries in Pocahontas

Employment Industries by Sex in Pocahontas

The Pocahontas industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Retail Trade (94.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Pocahontas
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting14 (73.7%)5 (26.3%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction34 (94.4%)2 (5.6%)
Manufacturing29 (67.4%)14 (32.6%)
Wholesale Trade5 (55.6%)4 (44.4%)
Retail Trade54 (94.7%)3 (5.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing15 (83.3%)3 (16.7%)
Utilities6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific21 (39.6%)32 (60.4%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services16 (44.4%)20 (55.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services5 (16.1%)26 (83.9%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Total225 (59.5%)153 (40.5%)

Education in Pocahontas

School Enrollment in Pocahontas

The most common levels of schooling among the 192 students in Pocahontas are middle school (56 | 29.2%), elementary school (54 | 28.1%), and high school (35 | 18.2%).
School Enrollment in Pocahontas
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool178.8%
Kindergarten42.1%
Elementary School5428.1%
Middle School5629.2%
High School3518.2%
College / Undergraduate199.9%
Graduate / Professional73.6%
Total192100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Pocahontas

Out of a total of 192 students who are enrolled in schools in Pocahontas, 20 (10.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 172 (89.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 4 (23.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 5 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Pocahontas
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds13 (76.5%)4 (23.5%)
5 to 9 Year Old48 (94.1%)3 (5.9%)
10 to 14 Year Olds53 (86.9%)8 (13.1%)
15 to 17 Year Olds25 (83.3%)5 (16.7%)
18 to 19 Year Olds5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total172 (89.6%)20 (10.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Pocahontas

Education (36 | 45.0%), visual & performing arts (13 | 16.3%), communications (7 | 8.7%), computers & mathematics (5 | 6.2%), and science & technology (5 | 6.2%) are the most common fields of study among 80 individuals in Pocahontas who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Pocahontas
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics56.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology45.0%
Social Sciences33.7%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology56.2%
Business56.2%
Education3645.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts1316.3%
Communications78.7%
Arts & Humanities22.5%
Total80100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Pocahontas

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Pocahontas

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Pocahontas are males with 2 vehicles (91, accounting for 44.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (86, making up 61.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Pocahontas
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle27 (13.2%)20 (13.5%)
2 Vehicles91 (44.4%)86 (58.1%)
3 Vehicles42 (20.5%)21 (14.2%)
4 Vehicles43 (21.0%)16 (10.8%)
5 or more Vehicles2 (1.0%)5 (3.4%)
Total205 (100.0%)148 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Pocahontas

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Pocahontas are 15 to 19 minutes (91 commuters, 31.1%), 20 to 24 minutes (50 commuters, 17.1%), and 45 to 59 minutes (32 commuters, 10.9%).
Commute Time in Pocahontas
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes93.1%
5 to 9 Minutes279.2%
10 to 14 Minutes72.4%
15 to 19 Minutes9131.1%
20 to 24 Minutes5017.1%
25 to 29 Minutes206.8%
30 to 34 Minutes186.1%
35 to 39 Minutes62.1%
40 to 44 Minutes72.4%
45 to 59 Minutes3210.9%
60 to 89 Minutes217.2%
90 or more Minutes51.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Pocahontas

The most common commute times in Pocahontas are 15 to 19 minutes (65 commuters, 34.2%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (26 commuters, 25.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Pocahontas
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes6 (3.2%)3 (2.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes13 (6.8%)14 (13.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes5 (2.6%)2 (1.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes65 (34.2%)26 (25.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes24 (12.6%)26 (25.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes17 (8.9%)3 (2.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes9 (4.7%)9 (8.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes4 (2.1%)2 (1.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes7 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes19 (10.0%)13 (12.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes21 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)5 (4.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Pocahontas

The most frequent times of departure to work in Pocahontas are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (40, 21.0%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (27, 26.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Pocahontas
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM8 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM15 (7.9%)5 (4.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM3 (1.6%)10 (9.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM40 (21.0%)8 (7.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM29 (15.3%)8 (7.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM16 (8.4%)11 (10.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM24 (12.6%)27 (26.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM17 (8.9%)7 (6.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)7 (6.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM14 (7.4%)5 (4.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM2 (1.1%)15 (14.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM22 (11.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total190 (100.0%)103 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Pocahontas

Occupancy by Ownership in Pocahontas

Of the total 294 dwellings in Pocahontas, owner-occupied units account for 213 (72.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 81 (27.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Pocahontas
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units21372.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units8127.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units294100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Pocahontas

Occupancy by Household Size in Pocahontas
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household10234.7%
2-Person Household6522.1%
3-Person Household6421.8%
4+ Person Household6321.4%
Total Housing Units294100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Pocahontas

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Pocahontas
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household64 (62.7%)38 (37.2%)
2-Person Household60 (92.3%)5 (7.7%)
3-Person Household38 (59.4%)26 (40.6%)
4+ Person Household51 (80.9%)12 (19.1%)
Total Housing Units213 (72.5%)81 (27.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Pocahontas

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Pocahontas
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School10 (27.8%)26 (72.2%)
High School Diploma105 (79.5%)27 (20.4%)
College/Associate Degree75 (93.8%)5 (6.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher23 (50.0%)23 (50.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Pocahontas

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Pocahontas
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years4013.6%
35 to 44 Years4716.0%
45 to 54 Years3110.5%
55 to 64 Years7826.5%
65 to 74 Years7023.8%
75 to 84 Years227.5%
85 Years and Over62.0%
Total294100.0%

Housing Finances in Pocahontas

Median Income by Occupancy in Pocahontas

Median Income by Occupancy in Pocahontas
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied213 (72.5%)$59,219
Renter-Occupied81 (27.6%)$30,804
Average294 (100.0%)$47,143

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Pocahontas

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Pocahontas
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00012 (5.6%)2 (2.5%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)6 (7.4%)
$10,000 to $14,9995 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99912 (5.6%)24 (29.6%)
$20,000 to $24,9997 (3.3%)4 (4.9%)
$25,000 to $34,99920 (9.4%)14 (17.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99933 (15.5%)22 (27.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99949 (23.0%)7 (8.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99932 (15.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99933 (15.5%)2 (2.5%)
$150,000 or more10 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total213 (100.0%)81 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Pocahontas

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Pocahontas
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30017 (8.0%)2 (2.5%)
$300 to $49950 (23.5%)5 (6.2%)
$500 to $79936 (16.9%)21 (25.9%)
$800 to $99941 (19.3%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49937 (17.4%)16 (19.8%)
$1,500 to $1,99932 (15.0%)2 (2.5%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total213 (100.0%)81 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Pocahontas

Housing Structures in Pocahontas

Housing Structures in Pocahontas
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached22275.5%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments41.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments31.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments93.1%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other5619.1%
Total294100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Pocahontas

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Pocahontas
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached183 (82.4%)39 (17.6%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other30 (53.6%)26 (46.4%)
Total213 (72.5%)81 (27.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Pocahontas

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Pocahontas
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms5 (2.4%)4 (4.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms57 (26.8%)47 (58.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms94 (44.1%)4 (4.9%)
8 or more Rooms57 (26.8%)26 (32.1%)
Total213 (100.0%)81 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Pocahontas

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Pocahontas
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas184 (86.4%)67 (82.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas4 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity25 (11.7%)12 (14.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)2 (2.5%)
Total213 (100.0%)81 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Pocahontas

Household Vehicle Usage in Pocahontas
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle11 (5.2%)21 (25.9%)
1 Vehicle44 (20.7%)37 (45.7%)
2 Vehicles98 (46.0%)16 (19.8%)
3 or more Vehicles60 (28.2%)7 (8.6%)
Total213 (100.0%)81 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Pocahontas

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Pocahontas

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units78135
Median Property Value$75,000$88,300
Median Household Income$55,833$5
Monthly Housing Costs$436$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,618$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Pocahontas

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Pocahontas
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00023 (29.5%)11 (8.2%)
$50,000 to $99,99944 (56.4%)79 (58.5%)
$100,000 to $299,99911 (14.1%)34 (25.2%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)8 (5.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)3 (2.2%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total78 (100.0%)135 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Pocahontas

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Pocahontas
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00012 (15.4%)8 (5.9%)
$10,000 to $24,99912 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9992 (2.6%)12 (8.9%)
$35,000 to $49,9999 (11.5%)18 (13.3%)
$50,000 to $74,99924 (30.8%)24 (17.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9991 (1.3%)25 (18.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99913 (16.7%)31 (23.0%)
$150,000 or more5 (6.4%)20 (14.8%)
Total78 (100.0%)135 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Pocahontas

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Pocahontas
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x52 (66.7%)61,250 (45,370.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x6 (7.7%)79 (58.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x1 (1.3%)19 (14.1%)
4.0x or more16 (20.5%)11 (8.2%)
Total78 (100.0%)135 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Pocahontas

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Pocahontas
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80016 (20.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49918 (23.1%)39 (28.9%)
$800 to $1,49943 (55.1%)5 (3.7%)
Total78 (100.0%)135 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Pocahontas

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pocahontas

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pocahontas
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years45 (95.7%)2 (4.3%)
6 to 18 Years144 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years42 (73.7%)15 (26.3%)
26 to 34 Years65 (70.7%)27 (29.3%)
35 to 44 Years88 (83.8%)17 (16.2%)
45 to 54 Years70 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years143 (96.6%)5 (3.4%)
65 to 74 Years102 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total738 (91.8%)66 (8.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Pocahontas

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Pocahontas
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born45 (95.7%)2 (4.3%)
Foreign Born, Citizen144 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen42 (73.7%)15 (26.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Pocahontas

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Pocahontas
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000107 (92.2%)9 (7.8%)
$25,000 to $49,999217 (88.6%)28 (11.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999172 (88.7%)22 (11.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99984 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over158 (95.8%)7 (4.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pocahontas

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pocahontas
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 635 (74.5%)13 (27.7%)
6 to 18 Years95 (66.0%)73 (50.7%)
19 to 25 Years21 (36.8%)21 (36.8%)
25 to 34 Years44 (47.8%)23 (25.0%)
35 to 44 Years21 (20.0%)69 (65.7%)
45 to 54 Years40 (57.1%)33 (47.1%)
55 to 64 Years35 (23.6%)118 (79.7%)
65 to 74 Years97 (95.1%)46 (45.1%)
75 Years and over39 (100.0%)27 (69.2%)
Total427 (53.1%)423 (52.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Pocahontas

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Pocahontas
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years13 (28.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years12 (10.7%)12 (28.6%)
35 to 64 Years56 (33.7%)58 (36.9%)
65 to 74 Years24 (64.9%)21 (32.3%)
75 Years and over6 (33.3%)13 (61.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Pocahontas

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Pocahontas: <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%)5 (11.9%)
35 to 64 Years1 (0.6%)4 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years8 (21.6%)11 (16.9%)
75 Years and over4 (22.2%)4 (19.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Pocahontas: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years9 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years26 (15.7%)40 (25.5%)
65 to 74 Years4 (10.8%)3 (4.6%)
75 Years and over3 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Pocahontas: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years4 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years10 (8.9%)7 (16.7%)
35 to 64 Years13 (7.8%)9 (5.7%)
65 to 74 Years9 (24.3%)1 (1.5%)
75 Years and over3 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Pocahontas: <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 Years25 (15.1%)26 (16.6%)
65 to 74 Years8 (21.6%)13 (20.0%)
75 Years and over4 (22.2%)11 (52.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Pocahontas: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years2 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years2 (1.2%)22 (14.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over2 (11.1%)6 (28.6%)

Technology Access in Pocahontas

Computing Device Access in Pocahontas

Computing Device Access in Pocahontas
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop19365.6%
Smartphone21874.2%
Tablet16957.5%
No Computing Device4716.0%
Total294100.0%

Internet Access in Pocahontas

Internet Access in Pocahontas
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home16756.8%
Cellular Data Only3913.3%
Satellite Internet237.8%
No Internet6923.5%
Total294100.0%

Pocahontas Summary

Pocahontas, Illinois is a small village located in Randolph County, Illinois. It is situated on the banks of the Mississippi River, just south of St. Louis, Missouri. The village has a population of just over 500 people, and is part of the St. Louis metropolitan area.

History

Pocahontas was founded in 1819 by a group of settlers from Kentucky. The village was named after the Native American princess, Pocahontas, who was a symbol of peace and friendship between the Native Americans and the settlers. The village was originally a trading post, and the settlers used the river to transport goods to and from St. Louis.
In 1832, the village was incorporated as a town. The town grew slowly, but steadily, and by the late 19th century, it had become a thriving agricultural community. The town was home to several businesses, including a flour mill, a sawmill, and a brickyard.
In the early 20th century, the town began to decline. The Great Depression hit the town hard, and many of the businesses closed. The population of the town decreased, and by the 1950s, the town had become a virtual ghost town.
In the late 20th century, the town began to experience a resurgence. The population began to increase, and new businesses began to open. Today, the town is a vibrant community with a strong sense of history and pride.

Geography

Pocahontas is located in Randolph County, Illinois. It is situated on the banks of the Mississippi River, just south of St. Louis, Missouri. The village is located in the Central Lowland region of the United States, and is part of the St. Louis metropolitan area.
The village is located on the western edge of the American Bottom, a large floodplain that stretches from St. Louis to the Mississippi River. The village is located on the edge of the floodplain, and is protected from flooding by a levee system.
The village is located in a temperate climate, with hot, humid summers and cold, wet winters. The average annual temperature is around 50 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average annual precipitation is around 40 inches.

Economy

The economy of Pocahontas is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several farms, and the surrounding area is known for its production of corn, soybeans, and other crops. The town is also home to several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant.
The town is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a plastics factory and a metal fabrication plant. The town is also home to a small airport, which serves the surrounding area.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Pocahontas was 514. The racial makeup of the town was 97.3% White, 0.6% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.8% of the population.
The median income for a household in the town was $41,250, and the median income for a family was $50,000. The per capita income for the town was $19,945. About 8.3% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.3% of those under age 18 and 6.3% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Pocahontas?
Total Population of Pocahontas is 804.
What is the Total Male Population of Pocahontas?
Total Male Population of Pocahontas is 395.
What is the Total Female Population of Pocahontas?
Total Female Population of Pocahontas is 409.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Pocahontas?
There are 96.58 Males per 100 Females in Pocahontas.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Pocahontas?
There are 103.54 Females per 100 Males in Pocahontas.
What is the Median Population Age in Pocahontas?
Median Population Age in Pocahontas is 40.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Pocahontas
Average Family Size in Pocahontas is 3.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Pocahontas
Average Household Size in Pocahontas is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Pocahontas?
Per Capita income in Pocahontas is $22,748.
What is the Median Family Income in Pocahontas?
Median Family Income in Pocahontas is $61,071.
What is the Median Household income in Pocahontas?
Median Household Income in Pocahontas is $47,143.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Pocahontas?
Income or Wage Gap in Pocahontas is 6.0%.
Women in Pocahontas earn 94.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Pocahontas?
Inequality or Gini Index in Pocahontas is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Pocahontas?
There are 387 People in the Labor Forcein in Pocahontas.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Pocahontas?
60.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Pocahontas.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Pocahontas?
Unemployment Rate in Pocahontas is 2.3%.