Pontiac, IL

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Pontiac Overview

11,451
TOTAL POPULATION
6,040
MALE POPULATION
5,411
FEMALE POPULATION
111.62
MALES / 100 FEMALES
89.59
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.4
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$30,051
PER CAPITA INCOME
$78,808
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$55,226
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
19.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
80.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$7,873
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
5,160
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
53.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Pontiac Zip Codes

Pontiac Area Codes

Race in Pontiac

The most populous races in Pontiac are White / Caucasian (9,697 | 84.7%), Black / African American (1,070 | 9.3%), and Hispanic or Latino (536 | 4.7%).
Race in Pontiac
Race# Population% Population
Asian1431.3%
Black / African American1,0709.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino5364.7%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian9,69784.7%
Two or more Races4183.6%
Some other Race1231.1%
Total11,451100.0%

Ancestry in Pontiac

The most populous ancestries reported in Pontiac are German (3,265 | 28.5%), Irish (1,498 | 13.1%), English (1,111 | 9.7%), Italian (749 | 6.5%), and American (490 | 4.3%), together accounting for 62.1% of all Pontiac residents.
Ancestry in Pontiac
Ancestry# Population% Population
African480.4%
American4904.3%
Arab280.2%
Austrian230.2%
Belgian420.4%
British1020.9%
Burmese80.1%
Cherokee380.3%
Czech670.6%
Danish290.3%
Dutch810.7%
Eastern European290.3%
English1,1119.7%
European2171.9%
French3763.3%
French Canadian160.1%
German3,26528.5%
Hungarian240.2%
Indian (Asian)190.2%
Irish1,49813.1%
Italian7496.5%
Japanese100.1%
Korean1781.5%
Lebanese120.1%
Lithuanian60.1%
Luxembourger640.6%
Mexican3453.0%
Nigerian90.1%
Norwegian2292.0%
Paraguayan150.1%
Polish4173.6%
Portuguese50.0%
Puerto Rican1401.2%
Russian340.3%
Scandinavian70.1%
Scotch-Irish2081.8%
Scottish1501.3%
Slavic500.4%
Slovak670.6%
Slovene300.3%
South American270.2%
Subsaharan African570.5%
Swedish1131.0%
Swiss380.3%
Syrian160.1%
Thai70.1%
Venezuelan120.1%
Welsh70.1%
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Immigrants in Pontiac

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Pontiac came from Asia (111 | 1.0%), Latin America (97 | 0.9%), Central America (70 | 0.6%), Mexico (70 | 0.6%), and Philippines (70 | 0.6%), together accounting for 3.7% of all Pontiac residents.
Immigrants in Pontiac
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa90.1%
Asia1111.0%
Central America700.6%
China80.1%
Eastern Asia80.1%
Eastern Europe120.1%
Europe120.1%
India50.0%
Latin America970.9%
Mexico700.6%
Nigeria90.1%
Pakistan280.2%
Philippines700.6%
Russia120.1%
South America270.2%
South Central Asia330.3%
South Eastern Asia700.6%
Venezuela120.1%
Western Africa90.1%
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Sex and Age in Pontiac

Sex and Age in Pontiac

The most populous age groups in Pontiac are 40 to 44 Years (483 | 8.0%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (426 | 7.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Pontiac
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years310 (5.1%)202 (3.7%)
5 to 9 Years325 (5.4%)274 (5.1%)
10 to 14 Years385 (6.4%)270 (5.0%)
15 to 19 Years225 (3.7%)374 (6.9%)
20 to 24 Years387 (6.4%)332 (6.1%)
25 to 29 Years447 (7.4%)307 (5.7%)
30 to 34 Years472 (7.8%)299 (5.5%)
35 to 39 Years446 (7.4%)425 (7.9%)
40 to 44 Years483 (8.0%)363 (6.7%)
45 to 49 Years446 (7.4%)241 (4.4%)
50 to 54 Years431 (7.1%)185 (3.4%)
55 to 59 Years448 (7.4%)391 (7.2%)
60 to 64 Years388 (6.4%)426 (7.9%)
65 to 69 Years309 (5.1%)277 (5.1%)
70 to 74 Years299 (5.0%)260 (4.8%)
75 to 79 Years79 (1.3%)267 (4.9%)
80 to 84 Years92 (1.5%)173 (3.2%)
85 Years and over68 (1.1%)345 (6.4%)
Total6,040 (100.0%)5,411 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Pontiac

Median Family Size in Pontiac

The median family size in Pontiac is 2.87 persons per family, with single male/father families (180 | 7.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.34 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (677 | 26.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.58 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Pontiac
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,698 (66.5%)2.93
Single Male/Father180 (7.0%)3.34
Single Female/Mother677 (26.5%)2.58
Total Families2,555 (100.0%)2.87

Median Household Size in Pontiac

The median household size in Pontiac is 2.13 persons per household, with single male/father households (180 | 3.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.5 persons per household. non-family households (2,054 | 44.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.12 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Pontiac
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,698 (36.8%)2.95
Single Male/Father180 (3.9%)3.50
Single Female/Mother677 (14.7%)2.72
Non-family2,054 (44.6%)1.12
Total Households4,609 (100.0%)2.13

Household Size by Marriage Status in Pontiac

Out of a total of 4,609 households in Pontiac, 2,555 (55.4%) are family households, while 2,054 (44.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,139, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,827.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Pontiac
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,827 (39.6%)
2-Person Households1,139 (24.7%)192 (4.2%)
3-Person Households624 (13.5%)27 (0.6%)
4-Person Households432 (9.4%)8 (0.2%)
5-Person Households315 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households24 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households21 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,555 (55.4%)2,054 (44.6%)

Female Fertility in Pontiac

Fertility by Age in Pontiac

Average fertility rate in Pontiac is 51.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 101.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 79.8% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Pontiac
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years95 (79.8%)101.0
35 to 50 years24 (20.2%)23.0
Total119 (100.0%)51.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Pontiac

52.9% of women with births (119) in Pontiac are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 59.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Pontiac
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years39 (41.0%)56 (59.0%)
35 to 50 years24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total63 (52.9%)56 (47.1%)

Fertility by Education in Pontiac

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Pontiac
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma17 (14.3%)25.0
College or Associate's Degree89 (74.8%)117.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree13 (10.9%)45.0
Total119 (100.0%)51.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Pontiac

47.1% of women with births in Pontiac are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Pontiac
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree50 (56.2%)39 (43.8%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total63 (52.9%)56 (47.1%)

Income in Pontiac

Income Overview in Pontiac

Per Capita Income in Pontiac is $30,051, while median incomes of families and households are $78,808 and $55,226 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income11,451$30,051
Median Family Income2,555$78,808
Mean Family Income2,555$91,559
Median Household Income4,609$55,226
Mean Household Income4,609$73,829
Income Deficit2,555$7,873
Wage / Income Gap (%)11,45119.57%
Wage / Income Gap ($)11,45180.43¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index11,4510.45

Earnings by Sex in Pontiac

Average Earnings in Pontiac are $34,496, $37,641 for men and $30,276 for women, a difference of 19.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Pontiac
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,846 (51.5%)$37,641
Female2,679 (48.5%)$30,276
Total5,525 (100.0%)$34,496

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Pontiac

The most common earnings brackets in Pontiac are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (272 | 9.6%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (230 | 8.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Pontiac
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less135 (4.7%)136 (5.1%)
$2,500 to $4,999100 (3.5%)195 (7.3%)
$5,000 to $7,499107 (3.8%)67 (2.5%)
$7,500 to $9,999154 (5.4%)16 (0.6%)
$10,000 to $12,49930 (1.1%)71 (2.6%)
$12,500 to $14,999171 (6.0%)76 (2.8%)
$15,000 to $17,49978 (2.7%)147 (5.5%)
$17,500 to $19,99980 (2.8%)182 (6.8%)
$20,000 to $22,49949 (1.7%)37 (1.4%)
$22,500 to $24,99972 (2.5%)179 (6.7%)
$25,000 to $29,999105 (3.7%)225 (8.4%)
$30,000 to $34,999216 (7.6%)174 (6.5%)
$35,000 to $39,999243 (8.5%)230 (8.6%)
$40,000 to $44,999108 (3.8%)148 (5.5%)
$45,000 to $49,999183 (6.4%)50 (1.9%)
$50,000 to $54,999164 (5.8%)181 (6.8%)
$55,000 to $64,999272 (9.6%)173 (6.5%)
$65,000 to $74,999199 (7.0%)122 (4.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999150 (5.3%)111 (4.1%)
$100,000+230 (8.1%)159 (5.9%)
Total2,846 (100.0%)2,679 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Pontiac

Average earnings in Pontiac are $40,718 for men and $34,536 for women, a difference of 15.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $95,278, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $19,333. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $87,738, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $25,833.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Pontiac
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$19,333$0
High School Diploma$39,038$30,810
College or Associate's Degree$45,754$25,833
Bachelor's Degree$50,739$43,438
Graduate Degree$95,278$87,738
Total$40,718$34,536

Family Income in Pontiac

Family Income Brackets in Pontiac

According to the Pontiac family income data, there are 575 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.5% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 38 families (1.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Pontiac
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000793.1%
$10,000 to $14,999381.5%
$15,000 to $24,9991977.7%
$25,000 to $34,9991646.4%
$35,000 to $49,99926110.2%
$50,000 to $74,99947818.7%
$75,000 to $99,99945517.8%
$100,000 to $149,99957522.5%
$150,000 to $199,9991566.1%
$200,000+1515.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Pontiac

4-person families (414 | 16.2%) account for the highest median family income in Pontiac with $104,046 per family, while 2-person families (1,249 | 48.9%) have the highest median income of $37,682 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Pontiac
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,249 (48.9%)$75,365
3-Person Families552 (21.6%)$54,545
4-Person Families414 (16.2%)$104,046
5-Person Families295 (11.6%)$75,391
6-Person Families24 (0.9%)$0
7+ Person Families21 (0.8%)$0
Total2,555 (100.0%)$78,808

Family Income by Number of Earners in Pontiac

The median family income in Pontiac is $78,808, with families comprising 3+ earners (360) having the highest median family income of $111,875, while families with 1 earner (1,031) have the lowest median family income of $46,641, accounting for 14.1% and 40.4% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Pontiac
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners326 (12.8%)$53,182
1 Earner1,031 (40.4%)$46,641
2 Earners838 (32.8%)$102,045
3+ Earners360 (14.1%)$111,875
Total2,555 (100.0%)$78,808

Household Income in Pontiac

Household Income Brackets in Pontiac

With 774 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Pontiac, accounting for 16.8% of all households. In contrast, only 175 households (3.8%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Pontiac
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002074.5%
$10,000 to $14,9991984.3%
$15,000 to $24,99956712.3%
$25,000 to $34,99959913.0%
$35,000 to $49,99954811.9%
$50,000 to $74,99977416.8%
$75,000 to $99,99960813.2%
$100,000 to $149,99968214.8%
$150,000 to $199,9992495.4%
$200,000+1753.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Pontiac

The median household income in Pontiac is $55,226, with the highest median household income of $70,096 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,458 households (31.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $30,481, with 287 households (6.2%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Pontiac
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years287 (6.2%)$30,481
25 to 44 Years1,458 (31.6%)$70,096
45 to 64 Years1,457 (31.6%)$68,086
65+ Years1,407 (30.5%)$37,948
Total4,609 (100.0%)$55,226

Poverty in Pontiac

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Pontiac

With 7.3% poverty level for males and 12.5% for females among the residents of Pontiac, 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 14 males (43.8%) and 111 females (25.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Pontiac
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years105 (33.9%)32 (16.0%)
5 Years14 (43.8%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years29 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)8 (4.7%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)17 (8.1%)
18 to 24 Years26 (6.6%)111 (25.8%)
25 to 34 Years32 (7.4%)76 (12.6%)
35 to 44 Years42 (7.7%)77 (9.9%)
45 to 54 Years52 (8.5%)60 (14.1%)
55 to 64 Years7 (1.1%)76 (9.5%)
65 to 74 Years21 (4.0%)48 (9.1%)
75 Years and over2 (1.2%)154 (22.4%)
Total330 (7.3%)659 (12.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Pontiac

According to the poverty statistics in Pontiac, 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 Pontiac
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years205 (66.1%)168 (84.0%)
5 Years18 (56.2%)128 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years421 (93.6%)243 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years228 (100.0%)161 (95.3%)
15 Years46 (100.0%)66 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years122 (100.0%)192 (91.9%)
18 to 24 Years368 (93.4%)320 (74.3%)
25 to 34 Years403 (92.6%)526 (87.4%)
35 to 44 Years502 (92.3%)702 (90.1%)
45 to 54 Years560 (91.5%)366 (85.9%)
55 to 64 Years660 (99.0%)726 (90.5%)
65 to 74 Years508 (96.0%)482 (90.9%)
75 Years and over167 (98.8%)533 (77.6%)
Total4,208 (92.7%)4,613 (87.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Pontiac

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Pontiac show that 1.8% or 30 of the total 1,698 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 2.8%, comprising of 30 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Pontiac
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,034 (97.2%)30 (2.8%)
1 or 2 Children441 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children172 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,668 (98.2%)30 (1.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Pontiac

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Pontiac
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)21 (11.6%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)182 (43.4%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)203 (30.0%)

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

The poverty data for Pontiac shows that 30 of the married-couple family households (1.8%) and 203 of the single-parent households (23.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 30 households (2.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 182 household (36.2%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Pontiac
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children30 (2.8%)21 (8.1%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)182 (36.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total30 (1.8%)203 (23.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Pontiac

Employment by Class of Employer in Pontiac

Among the 4,907 employed individuals in Pontiac, private company employees (3,389 | 69.1%), not-for-profit organizations (507 | 10.3%), and local government employees (469 | 9.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Pontiac
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees3,38969.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)951.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1984.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations50710.3%
Local Government Employees4699.6%
State Government Employees2144.4%
Federal Government Employees240.5%
Unpaid Family Workers110.2%
Total4,907100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Pontiac

According to the labor force statistics for Pontiac, out of the total population over 16 years of age (9,573), 53.9% or 5,160 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.2% or 217 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 76.5% or 550 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.2% or 64 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Pontiac
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years295 (60.6%)25 (8.5%)
20 to 24 Years550 (76.5%)52 (9.5%)
25 to 29 Years452 (59.9%)64 (14.2%)
30 to 34 Years499 (64.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years1,224 (71.3%)9 (0.7%)
45 to 54 Years872 (66.9%)18 (2.1%)
55 to 59 Years463 (55.2%)37 (8.0%)
60 to 64 Years476 (58.5%)9 (1.9%)
65 to 74 Years275 (24.0%)4 (1.5%)
75 Years and over58 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,160 (53.9%)217 (4.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Pontiac

According to labor force statistics for Pontiac, 64.3% of individuals (3,985) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (6,198) are in the labor force, with 3.4% or 135 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 90.9% or 885 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 15.7% or 22 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Pontiac
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School140 (16.5%)133 (15.7%)
High School Diploma1,590 (62.4%)110 (4.3%)
College / Associate Degree1,371 (74.9%)53 (2.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher885 (90.9%)7 (0.7%)
Total3,985 (64.3%)211 (3.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Pontiac

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Pontiac are Health Diagnosing & Treating (466 | 9.4%), Community & Social Service (373 | 7.5%), Health Technologists (373 | 7.5%), Management (320 | 6.5%), and Education Instruction & Library (233 | 4.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Pontiac

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Pontiac, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Management (70.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (98.4%), Health Technologists (87.9%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (87.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Pontiac
OccupationMaleFemale
Management224 (70.0%)96 (30.0%)
Business & Financial33 (56.9%)25 (43.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science70 (63.1%)41 (36.9%)
Computers & Mathematics28 (40.6%)41 (59.4%)
Architecture & Engineering25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 145 (38.9%)228 (61.1%)
Education, Arts & Media1 (1.6%)61 (98.4%)
Legal Services & Support4 (26.7%)11 (73.3%)
Education Instruction & Library98 (42.1%)135 (57.9%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment42 (66.7%)21 (33.3%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating59 (12.7%)407 (87.3%)
Health Technologists45 (12.1%)328 (87.9%)
Total (Category)531 (40.0%)797 (60.0%)
Total (Overall)2,459 (49.7%)2,487 (50.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Pontiac are Food Preparation & Serving (303 | 6.1%), Healthcare Support (247 | 5.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (236 | 4.8%), Security & Protection (174 | 3.5%), and Law Enforcement (153 | 3.1%).
Services Occupations in Pontiac

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Pontiac, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (74.5%), Security & Protection (74.1%), and Firefighting & Prevention (71.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (97.6%), Personal Care & Service (78.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (66.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Pontiac
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support6 (2.4%)241 (97.6%)
Security & Protection129 (74.1%)45 (25.9%)
Firefighting & Prevention15 (71.4%)6 (28.6%)
Law Enforcement114 (74.5%)39 (25.5%)
Food Preparation & Serving101 (33.3%)202 (66.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance146 (61.9%)90 (38.1%)
Personal Care & Service9 (22.0%)32 (78.0%)
Total (Category)391 (39.1%)610 (60.9%)
Total (Overall)2,459 (49.7%)2,487 (50.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Pontiac are Office & Administration (582 | 11.8%), and Sales & Related (425 | 8.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Pontiac

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Pontiac
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related122 (28.7%)303 (71.3%)
Office & Administration121 (20.8%)461 (79.2%)
Total (Category)243 (24.1%)764 (75.9%)
Total (Overall)2,459 (49.7%)2,487 (50.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Pontiac are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (141 | 2.9%), Construction & Extraction (128 | 2.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (2 | 0.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Pontiac

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Pontiac
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction128 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair121 (85.8%)20 (14.2%)
Total (Category)251 (92.6%)20 (7.4%)
Total (Overall)2,459 (49.7%)2,487 (50.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Pontiac are Production (799 | 16.2%), Material Moving (416 | 8.4%), and Transportation (124 | 2.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Pontiac

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Pontiac
OccupationMaleFemale
Production644 (80.6%)155 (19.4%)
Transportation101 (81.5%)23 (18.5%)
Material Moving298 (71.6%)118 (28.4%)
Total (Category)1,043 (77.9%)296 (22.1%)
Total (Overall)2,459 (49.7%)2,487 (50.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Pontiac

Employment Industries in Pontiac

The major employment industries in Pontiac include Manufacturing (1,054 | 21.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (937 | 18.9%), Retail Trade (637 | 12.9%), Accommodation & Food Services (457 | 9.2%), and Educational Services (382 | 7.7%).
Employment Industries in Pontiac

Employment Industries by Sex in Pontiac

The Pontiac industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (90.2%), and Accommodation & Food Services (77.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Pontiac
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Construction156 (93.4%)11 (6.6%)
Manufacturing799 (75.8%)255 (24.2%)
Wholesale Trade33 (66.0%)17 (34.0%)
Retail Trade254 (39.9%)383 (60.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information35 (72.9%)13 (27.1%)
Finance & Insurance57 (39.6%)87 (60.4%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific101 (60.5%)66 (39.5%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support75 (48.1%)81 (51.9%)
Educational Services242 (63.3%)140 (36.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance92 (9.8%)845 (90.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services102 (22.3%)355 (77.7%)
Public Administration193 (62.7%)115 (37.3%)
Total2,459 (49.7%)2,487 (50.3%)

Education in Pontiac

School Enrollment in Pontiac

The most common levels of schooling among the 2,101 students in Pontiac are high school (565 | 26.9%), elementary school (462 | 22.0%), and college / undergraduate (384 | 18.3%).
School Enrollment in Pontiac
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1758.3%
Kindergarten1376.5%
Elementary School46222.0%
Middle School37717.9%
High School56526.9%
College / Undergraduate38418.3%
Graduate / Professional10.1%
Total2,101100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Pontiac

Out of a total of 2,101 students who are enrolled in schools in Pontiac, 170 (8.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,931 (91.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 29 (17.1% 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 143 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Pontiac
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds110 (94.8%)6 (5.2%)
5 to 9 Year Old511 (85.3%)88 (14.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds484 (97.0%)15 (3.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds386 (96.0%)16 (4.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds143 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds141 (82.9%)29 (17.1%)
25 to 34 Year Olds97 (85.1%)17 (14.9%)
35 Years and over58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,931 (91.9%)170 (8.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Pontiac

Education (434 | 28.6%), bio, nature & agricultural (245 | 16.1%), business (236 | 15.5%), arts & humanities (227 | 14.9%), and science & technology (89 | 5.9%) are the most common fields of study among 1,519 individuals in Pontiac who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Pontiac
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics654.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural24516.1%
Physical & Health Sciences50.3%
Psychology593.9%
Social Sciences362.4%
Engineering50.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology895.9%
Business23615.5%
Education43428.6%
Literature & Languages241.6%
Liberal Arts & History593.9%
Visual & Performing Arts231.5%
Communications120.8%
Arts & Humanities22714.9%
Total1,519100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Pontiac

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Pontiac

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Pontiac are males with 2 vehicles (934, accounting for 38.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (631, making up 37.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Pontiac
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle112 (4.6%)136 (5.5%)
1 Vehicle447 (18.4%)967 (39.3%)
2 Vehicles934 (38.4%)631 (25.6%)
3 Vehicles627 (25.8%)516 (20.9%)
4 Vehicles172 (7.1%)93 (3.8%)
5 or more Vehicles140 (5.8%)121 (4.9%)
Total2,432 (100.0%)2,464 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Pontiac

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Pontiac are 5 to 9 minutes (1,657 commuters, 35.3%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,120 commuters, 23.9%), and less than 5 minutes (386 commuters, 8.2%).
Commute Time in Pontiac
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes3868.2%
5 to 9 Minutes1,65735.3%
10 to 14 Minutes1,12023.9%
15 to 19 Minutes3307.0%
20 to 24 Minutes2385.1%
25 to 29 Minutes1222.6%
30 to 34 Minutes2335.0%
35 to 39 Minutes992.1%
40 to 44 Minutes1593.4%
45 to 59 Minutes1934.1%
60 to 89 Minutes741.6%
90 or more Minutes771.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Pontiac

The most common commute times in Pontiac are 5 to 9 minutes (900 commuters, 39.2%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (757 commuters, 31.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Pontiac
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes209 (9.1%)177 (7.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes900 (39.2%)757 (31.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes415 (18.0%)705 (29.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes217 (9.4%)113 (4.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes99 (4.3%)139 (5.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes14 (0.6%)108 (4.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes165 (7.2%)68 (2.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes37 (1.6%)62 (2.6%)
40 to 44 Minutes124 (5.4%)35 (1.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes77 (3.4%)116 (4.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes42 (1.8%)32 (1.3%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)77 (3.2%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Pontiac

The most frequent times of departure to work in Pontiac are 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (383, 16.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (490, 20.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Pontiac
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM142 (6.2%)107 (4.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM27 (1.2%)70 (2.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM172 (7.5%)149 (6.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM312 (13.6%)285 (11.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM202 (8.8%)183 (7.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM231 (10.1%)490 (20.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM285 (12.4%)408 (17.1%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM21 (0.9%)55 (2.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM10 (0.4%)68 (2.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM72 (3.1%)77 (3.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM60 (2.6%)12 (0.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM22 (1.0%)10 (0.4%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM360 (15.7%)212 (8.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM383 (16.7%)263 (11.0%)
Total2,299 (100.0%)2,389 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Pontiac

Occupancy by Ownership in Pontiac

Of the total 4,609 dwellings in Pontiac, owner-occupied units account for 2,832 (61.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,777 (38.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Pontiac
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,83261.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,77738.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units4,609100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Pontiac

Occupancy by Household Size in Pontiac
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,82739.6%
2-Person Household1,33128.9%
3-Person Household65114.1%
4+ Person Household80017.4%
Total Housing Units4,609100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Pontiac

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Pontiac
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household874 (47.8%)953 (52.2%)
2-Person Household939 (70.6%)392 (29.4%)
3-Person Household405 (62.2%)246 (37.8%)
4+ Person Household614 (76.7%)186 (23.3%)
Total Housing Units2,832 (61.4%)1,777 (38.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Pontiac

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Pontiac
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School116 (34.6%)219 (65.4%)
High School Diploma1,158 (63.7%)661 (36.3%)
College/Associate Degree959 (62.0%)588 (38.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher599 (66.0%)309 (34.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Pontiac

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Pontiac
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years87018.9%
35 to 44 Years87519.0%
45 to 54 Years49010.6%
55 to 64 Years96721.0%
65 to 74 Years70515.3%
75 to 84 Years4459.7%
85 Years and Over2575.6%
Total4,609100.0%

Housing Finances in Pontiac

Median Income by Occupancy in Pontiac

Median Income by Occupancy in Pontiac
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,832 (61.4%)$72,150
Renter-Occupied1,777 (38.6%)$31,671
Average4,609 (100.0%)$55,226

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Pontiac

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Pontiac
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00078 (2.8%)52 (2.9%)
$5,000 to $9,99916 (0.6%)60 (3.4%)
$10,000 to $14,99941 (1.5%)157 (8.8%)
$15,000 to $19,999135 (4.8%)216 (12.2%)
$20,000 to $24,99974 (2.6%)141 (7.9%)
$25,000 to $34,999270 (9.5%)331 (18.6%)
$35,000 to $49,999301 (10.6%)249 (14.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999550 (19.4%)223 (12.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999481 (17.0%)127 (7.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999554 (19.6%)130 (7.3%)
$150,000 or more332 (11.7%)91 (5.1%)
Total2,832 (100.0%)1,777 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Pontiac

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Pontiac
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30086 (3.0%)157 (8.8%)
$300 to $499384 (13.6%)155 (8.7%)
$500 to $799621 (21.9%)507 (28.5%)
$800 to $999389 (13.7%)431 (24.2%)
$1,000 to $1,499871 (30.8%)344 (19.4%)
$1,500 to $1,999280 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,499172 (6.1%)18 (1.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)7 (0.4%)
$3,000 or more29 (1.0%)38 (2.1%)
Total2,832 (100.0%)1,777 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Pontiac

Housing Structures in Pontiac

Housing Structures in Pontiac
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,99965.1%
Single Unit, Attached1463.2%
2 Unit Apartments871.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments3908.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments2064.5%
10 or more Apartments50210.9%
Mobile Home / Other2796.0%
Total4,609100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Pontiac

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Pontiac
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,482 (82.8%)517 (17.2%)
Single Unit, Attached82 (56.2%)64 (43.8%)
2 Unit Apartments3 (3.5%)84 (96.6%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments98 (25.1%)292 (74.9%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments12 (5.8%)194 (94.2%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)502 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other155 (55.6%)124 (44.4%)
Total2,832 (61.4%)1,777 (38.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Pontiac

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Pontiac
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)26 (1.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms53 (1.9%)376 (21.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms949 (33.5%)946 (53.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,137 (40.2%)326 (18.3%)
8 or more Rooms693 (24.5%)103 (5.8%)
Total2,832 (100.0%)1,777 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Pontiac

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Pontiac
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas2,608 (92.1%)1,017 (57.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas81 (2.9%)11 (0.6%)
Electricity135 (4.8%)718 (40.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)12 (0.7%)
No Fuel Used8 (0.3%)19 (1.1%)
Total2,832 (100.0%)1,777 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Pontiac

Household Vehicle Usage in Pontiac
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle91 (3.2%)349 (19.6%)
1 Vehicle928 (32.8%)1,103 (62.1%)
2 Vehicles1,072 (37.9%)224 (12.6%)
3 or more Vehicles741 (26.2%)101 (5.7%)
Total2,832 (100.0%)1,777 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Pontiac

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Pontiac

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,0411,791
Median Property Value$93,500$124,400
Median Household Income$51,750$183
Monthly Housing Costs$533$29
Real Estate Taxes$2,158$50

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Pontiac

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Pontiac
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000228 (21.9%)89 (5.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999361 (34.7%)541 (30.2%)
$100,000 to $299,999436 (41.9%)1,107 (61.8%)
$300,000 to $499,99916 (1.5%)14 (0.8%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)9 (0.5%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)17 (0.9%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)14 (0.8%)
Total1,041 (100.0%)1,791 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Pontiac

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Pontiac
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00061 (5.9%)10 (0.6%)
$10,000 to $24,999175 (16.8%)33 (1.8%)
$25,000 to $34,999168 (16.1%)75 (4.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99999 (9.5%)102 (5.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999148 (14.2%)202 (11.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999121 (11.6%)402 (22.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999120 (11.5%)360 (20.1%)
$150,000 or more149 (14.3%)434 (24.2%)
Total1,041 (100.0%)1,791 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Pontiac

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Pontiac
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x663 (63.7%)82,371 (4,599.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x177 (17.0%)1,187 (66.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x82 (7.9%)378 (21.1%)
4.0x or more108 (10.4%)118 (6.6%)
Total1,041 (100.0%)1,791 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Pontiac

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Pontiac
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800223 (21.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499103 (9.9%)53 (3.0%)
$800 to $1,499710 (68.2%)238 (13.3%)
Total1,041 (100.0%)1,791 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Pontiac

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pontiac

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pontiac
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years676 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years1,639 (98.0%)33 (2.0%)
19 to 25 Years659 (83.6%)129 (16.4%)
26 to 34 Years866 (92.6%)69 (7.4%)
35 to 44 Years1,280 (96.8%)43 (3.3%)
45 to 54 Years983 (94.7%)55 (5.3%)
55 to 64 Years1,342 (91.3%)127 (8.6%)
65 to 74 Years1,059 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older856 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9,360 (95.4%)456 (4.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Pontiac

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Pontiac
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born676 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,639 (98.0%)33 (2.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen659 (83.6%)129 (16.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Pontiac

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Pontiac
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,213 (92.1%)104 (7.9%)
$25,000 to $49,9992,049 (97.2%)60 (2.8%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,693 (93.4%)119 (6.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,541 (93.1%)114 (6.9%)
$100,000 and over2,845 (98.0%)58 (2.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pontiac

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pontiac
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6466 (68.9%)297 (43.9%)
6 to 18 Years376 (22.5%)1,263 (75.5%)
19 to 25 Years238 (30.2%)434 (55.1%)
25 to 34 Years227 (24.3%)683 (73.1%)
35 to 44 Years188 (14.2%)1,092 (82.5%)
45 to 54 Years165 (15.9%)855 (82.4%)
55 to 64 Years318 (21.6%)1,052 (71.6%)
65 to 74 Years1,038 (98.0%)619 (58.5%)
75 Years and over856 (100.0%)493 (57.6%)
Total3,872 (39.5%)6,788 (69.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Pontiac

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Pontiac
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years76 (8.7%)79 (9.7%)
18 to 34 Years141 (17.0%)69 (6.7%)
35 to 64 Years292 (16.0%)256 (12.8%)
65 to 74 Years140 (26.5%)150 (28.3%)
75 Years and over82 (48.5%)349 (50.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Pontiac

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Pontiac: <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 Years71 (3.9%)50 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years109 (20.6%)18 (3.4%)
75 Years and over24 (14.2%)92 (13.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Pontiac: <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%)9 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years72 (4.0%)74 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years38 (7.2%)14 (2.6%)
75 Years and over11 (6.5%)27 (3.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Pontiac: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years61 (7.0%)54 (6.6%)
18 to 34 Years75 (9.0%)52 (5.0%)
35 to 64 Years119 (6.5%)76 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years6 (1.1%)16 (3.0%)
75 Years and over10 (5.9%)85 (12.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Pontiac: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years57 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years148 (8.1%)156 (7.8%)
65 to 74 Years82 (15.5%)126 (23.8%)
75 Years and over46 (27.2%)300 (43.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Pontiac: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years35 (4.0%)29 (3.5%)
18 to 34 Years17 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years126 (6.9%)72 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years41 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)99 (14.4%)

Technology Access in Pontiac

Computing Device Access in Pontiac

Computing Device Access in Pontiac
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop3,33072.3%
Smartphone3,79382.3%
Tablet2,22248.2%
No Computing Device4509.8%
Total4,609100.0%

Internet Access in Pontiac

Internet Access in Pontiac
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet70.2%
Broadband Home3,06766.5%
Cellular Data Only61513.3%
Satellite Internet1433.1%
No Internet83418.1%
Total4,609100.0%

Pontiac Summary

Pontiac, Illinois is a city located in Livingston County, Illinois, United States. The population was 11,931 at the 2010 census, making it the county seat of Livingston County. Pontiac is part of the Bloomington–Normal Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History

Pontiac was founded in 1837 by George F. Smith, a settler from New York. Smith named the city after the famous Ottawa leader, Chief Pontiac. The city was incorporated in 1855.
In the late 19th century, Pontiac was a major stop on the Chicago and Alton Railroad. The city was also home to the Pontiac Correctional Center, which was the first prison in the state of Illinois. The prison was closed in 2002.

Geography

Pontiac is located at 40°52′N 88°37′W (40.867, -88.619). According to the 2010 census, the city has a total area of 5.9 square miles (15.3 km2), all land.

Economy

Pontiac is home to several major employers, including the Pontiac Correctional Center, Pontiac Township High School, and the Livingston County Courthouse. The city is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.

Demographics

As of the census of 2010, there were 11,931 people, 4,845 households, and 2,945 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,019.3 people per square mile (778.3/km2). There were 5,093 housing units at an average density of 859.3 per square mile (331.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 92.2% White, 4.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.7% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
There were 4,845 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.2% were married couples living together, 12.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.7% were non-families. 33.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 3.02.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 22.3% from 45 to 64, and 17.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $45,945. Males had a median income of $35,945 versus $25,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,945. About 8.2% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Pontiac?
Total Population of Pontiac is 11,451.
What is the Total Male Population of Pontiac?
Total Male Population of Pontiac is 6,040.
What is the Total Female Population of Pontiac?
Total Female Population of Pontiac is 5,411.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Pontiac?
There are 111.62 Males per 100 Females in Pontiac.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Pontiac?
There are 89.59 Females per 100 Males in Pontiac.
What is the Median Population Age in Pontiac?
Median Population Age in Pontiac is 41.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Pontiac
Average Family Size in Pontiac is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Pontiac
Average Household Size in Pontiac is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Pontiac?
Per Capita income in Pontiac is $30,051.
What is the Median Family Income in Pontiac?
Median Family Income in Pontiac is $78,808.
What is the Median Household income in Pontiac?
Median Household Income in Pontiac is $55,226.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Pontiac?
Income or Wage Gap in Pontiac is 19.6%.
Women in Pontiac earn 80.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Pontiac?
Family Income Deficit in Pontiac is $7,873.
Families that are below poverty line in Pontiac earn $7,873 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Pontiac?
Inequality or Gini Index in Pontiac is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Pontiac?
There are 5,160 People in the Labor Forcein in Pontiac.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Pontiac?
53.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Pontiac.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Pontiac?
Unemployment Rate in Pontiac is 4.2%.