Argos, IN

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Argos Overview

1,762
TOTAL POPULATION
877
MALE POPULATION
885
FEMALE POPULATION
99.10
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.91
FEMALES / 100 MALES
34.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,717
PER CAPITA INCOME
$58,585
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$57,283
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
34.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
65.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.36
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
867
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
66.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Argos Zip Codes

Argos Area Codes

Race in Argos

The most populous races in Argos are White / Caucasian (1,700 | 96.5%), Two or more Races (40 | 2.3%), and Hispanic or Latino (34 | 1.9%).
Race in Argos
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American110.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino341.9%
Native / Alaskan60.3%
White / Caucasian1,70096.5%
Two or more Races402.3%
Some other Race50.3%
Total1,762100.0%

Ancestry in Argos

The most populous ancestries reported in Argos are German (399 | 22.6%), English (218 | 12.4%), Irish (185 | 10.5%), American (97 | 5.5%), and Italian (61 | 3.5%), together accounting for 54.5% of all Argos residents.
Ancestry in Argos
Ancestry# Population% Population
American975.5%
Belgian30.2%
Canadian50.3%
Danish110.6%
Dutch130.7%
English21812.4%
European261.5%
French100.6%
French Canadian40.2%
German39922.6%
Hungarian30.2%
Indian (Asian)20.1%
Irish18510.5%
Italian613.5%
Lithuanian80.4%
Mexican221.3%
Mexican American Indian120.7%
Norwegian80.4%
Polish603.4%
Romanian70.4%
Scandinavian100.6%
Scotch-Irish231.3%
Scottish90.5%
Swedish70.4%
Swiss50.3%
Welsh100.6%
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Immigrants in Argos

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Argos came from Central America (3 | 0.2%), Guatemala (3 | 0.2%), and Latin America (3 | 0.2%), together accounting for 0.5% of all Argos residents.
Immigrants in Argos
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America30.2%
Guatemala30.2%
Latin America30.2%
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Sex and Age in Argos

Sex and Age in Argos

The most populous age groups in Argos are 5 to 9 Years (96 | 11.0%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (113 | 12.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Argos
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years55 (6.3%)45 (5.1%)
5 to 9 Years96 (11.0%)68 (7.7%)
10 to 14 Years60 (6.8%)113 (12.8%)
15 to 19 Years31 (3.5%)36 (4.1%)
20 to 24 Years44 (5.0%)47 (5.3%)
25 to 29 Years72 (8.2%)52 (5.9%)
30 to 34 Years73 (8.3%)96 (10.8%)
35 to 39 Years50 (5.7%)34 (3.8%)
40 to 44 Years75 (8.6%)37 (4.2%)
45 to 49 Years49 (5.6%)89 (10.1%)
50 to 54 Years47 (5.4%)55 (6.2%)
55 to 59 Years61 (7.0%)30 (3.4%)
60 to 64 Years19 (2.2%)55 (6.2%)
65 to 69 Years72 (8.2%)51 (5.8%)
70 to 74 Years37 (4.2%)38 (4.3%)
75 to 79 Years20 (2.3%)26 (2.9%)
80 to 84 Years8 (0.9%)6 (0.7%)
85 Years and over8 (0.9%)7 (0.8%)
Total877 (100.0%)885 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Argos

Median Family Size in Argos

The median family size in Argos is 3.31 persons per family, with single female/mother families (69 | 16.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.62 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (26 | 6.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.54 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Argos
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple330 (77.6%)3.30
Single Male/Father26 (6.1%)2.54
Single Female/Mother69 (16.2%)3.62
Total Families425 (100.0%)3.31

Median Household Size in Argos

The median household size in Argos is 2.70 persons per household, with single female/mother households (69 | 10.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.03 persons per household. non-family households (227 | 34.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.35 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Argos
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple330 (50.6%)3.34
Single Male/Father26 (4.0%)2.85
Single Female/Mother69 (10.6%)4.03
Non-family227 (34.8%)1.35
Total Households652 (100.0%)2.70

Household Size by Marriage Status in Argos

Out of a total of 652 households in Argos, 425 (65.2%) are family households, while 227 (34.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 151, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 177.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Argos
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-177 (27.2%)
2-Person Households151 (23.2%)45 (6.9%)
3-Person Households116 (17.8%)5 (0.8%)
4-Person Households52 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households45 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households28 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households33 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total425 (65.2%)227 (34.8%)

Female Fertility in Argos

Fertility by Age in Argos

Average fertility rate in Argos is 42.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 77.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 88.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Argos
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years15 (88.2%)77.0
35 to 50 years2 (11.8%)11.0
Total17 (100.0%)42.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Argos

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Argos
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Argos

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Argos
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma12 (70.6%)84.0
College or Associate's Degree3 (17.6%)19.0
Bachelor's Degree2 (11.8%)83.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total17 (100.0%)42.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Argos

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Argos
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Argos

Income Overview in Argos

Per Capita Income in Argos is $22,717, while median incomes of families and households are $58,585 and $57,283 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,762$22,717
Median Family Income425$58,585
Mean Family Income425$69,035
Median Household Income652$57,283
Mean Household Income652$61,468
Income Deficit425$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,76234.66%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,76265.34¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,7620.36

Earnings by Sex in Argos

Average Earnings in Argos are $33,226, $40,319 for men and $26,346 for women, a difference of 34.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Argos
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male492 (55.2%)$40,319
Female400 (44.8%)$26,346
Total892 (100.0%)$33,226

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Argos

The most common earnings brackets in Argos are $40,000 to $44,999 for men (88 | 17.9%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (41 | 10.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Argos
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less41 (8.3%)27 (6.8%)
$2,500 to $4,99917 (3.5%)9 (2.2%)
$5,000 to $7,49912 (2.4%)24 (6.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9995 (1.0%)8 (2.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4998 (1.6%)28 (7.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9996 (1.2%)22 (5.5%)
$15,000 to $17,49912 (2.4%)8 (2.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9994 (0.8%)25 (6.2%)
$20,000 to $22,4997 (1.4%)11 (2.8%)
$22,500 to $24,99954 (11.0%)31 (7.7%)
$25,000 to $29,99942 (8.5%)22 (5.5%)
$30,000 to $34,9994 (0.8%)41 (10.2%)
$35,000 to $39,99928 (5.7%)23 (5.8%)
$40,000 to $44,99988 (17.9%)15 (3.7%)
$45,000 to $49,99923 (4.7%)8 (2.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99935 (7.1%)27 (6.8%)
$55,000 to $64,99936 (7.3%)27 (6.8%)
$65,000 to $74,99921 (4.3%)40 (10.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99938 (7.7%)3 (0.7%)
$100,000+11 (2.2%)1 (0.3%)
Total492 (100.0%)400 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Argos

Average earnings in Argos are $41,330 for men and $27,500 for women, a difference of 33.5%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $42,900, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $28,077. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $52,917, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $23,125.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Argos
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$28,077$0
High School Diploma$42,900$33,516
College or Associate's Degree$40,769$23,125
Bachelor's Degree$41,176$24,583
Graduate Degree--
Total$41,330$27,500

Family Income in Argos

Family Income Brackets in Argos

According to the Argos family income data, there are 153 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 36.0% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 4 families (0.9%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Argos
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000153.5%
$10,000 to $14,99940.9%
$15,000 to $24,999194.5%
$25,000 to $34,999388.9%
$35,000 to $49,9996014.1%
$50,000 to $74,99915336.0%
$75,000 to $99,9996916.2%
$100,000 to $149,999327.5%
$150,000 to $199,999266.1%
$200,000+92.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Argos

4-person families (52 | 12.2%) account for the highest median family income in Argos with $81,250 per family, while 2-person families (171 | 40.2%) have the highest median income of $28,791 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Argos
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families171 (40.2%)$57,582
3-Person Families108 (25.4%)$59,079
4-Person Families52 (12.2%)$81,250
5-Person Families33 (7.8%)$65,875
6-Person Families28 (6.6%)$55,833
7+ Person Families33 (7.8%)$78,125
Total425 (100.0%)$58,585

Family Income by Number of Earners in Argos

The median family income in Argos is $58,585, with families comprising 3+ earners (57) having the highest median family income of $108,750, while families with no earners (32) have the lowest median family income of $28,750, accounting for 13.4% and 7.5% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Argos
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners32 (7.5%)$28,750
1 Earner185 (43.5%)$55,703
2 Earners151 (35.5%)$66,484
3+ Earners57 (13.4%)$108,750
Total425 (100.0%)$58,585

Household Income in Argos

Household Income Brackets in Argos

With 186 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Argos, accounting for 28.5% of all households. In contrast, only 9 households (1.4%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Argos
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000324.9%
$10,000 to $14,999253.8%
$15,000 to $24,999497.5%
$25,000 to $34,9996610.1%
$35,000 to $49,99911617.8%
$50,000 to $74,99918628.5%
$75,000 to $99,9999815.0%
$100,000 to $149,999436.6%
$150,000 to $199,999284.3%
$200,000+91.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Argos

The median household income in Argos is $57,283, with the highest median household income of $59,750 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 245 households (37.6%) 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 27 households (4.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Argos
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years27 (4.1%)$0
25 to 44 Years245 (37.6%)$59,750
45 to 64 Years191 (29.3%)$59,625
65+ Years189 (29.0%)$55,104
Total652 (100.0%)$57,283

Poverty in Argos

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Argos

With 16.2% poverty level for males and 20.2% for females among the residents of Argos, 5 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 10 males (58.8%) and 28 females (56.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Argos
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years12 (25.0%)10 (22.2%)
5 Years10 (58.8%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years13 (13.4%)34 (26.6%)
12 to 14 Years4 (11.1%)28 (56.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)3 (25.0%)
18 to 24 Years22 (37.3%)2 (3.6%)
25 to 34 Years22 (15.2%)33 (22.3%)
35 to 44 Years10 (8.0%)10 (14.1%)
45 to 54 Years16 (16.7%)31 (21.5%)
55 to 64 Years31 (38.8%)9 (10.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)7 (7.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)12 (30.8%)
Total140 (16.2%)179 (20.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Argos

According to the poverty statistics in Argos, males aged 15 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 Argos
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years36 (75.0%)35 (77.8%)
5 Years7 (41.2%)3 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years84 (86.6%)94 (73.4%)
12 to 14 Years32 (88.9%)22 (44.0%)
15 Years4 (100.0%)16 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years12 (100.0%)9 (75.0%)
18 to 24 Years37 (62.7%)53 (96.4%)
25 to 34 Years123 (84.8%)115 (77.7%)
35 to 44 Years115 (92.0%)61 (85.9%)
45 to 54 Years80 (83.3%)113 (78.5%)
55 to 64 Years49 (61.3%)76 (89.4%)
65 to 74 Years109 (100.0%)82 (92.1%)
75 Years and over36 (100.0%)27 (69.2%)
Total724 (83.8%)706 (79.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Argos

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Argos show that 7.6% or 25 of the total 330 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 22.4%, comprising of 13 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Argos
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children172 (97.7%)4 (2.3%)
1 or 2 Children63 (88.7%)8 (11.3%)
3 or 4 Children45 (77.6%)13 (22.4%)
5 or more Children25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total305 (92.4%)25 (7.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Argos

According to the poverty data in Argos, 15.4% or 4 single-father households and 29.0% or 20 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (40.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Argos
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children4 (40.0%)3 (9.4%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)9 (34.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Total4 (15.4%)20 (29.0%)

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

The poverty data for Argos shows that 25 of the married-couple family households (7.6%) and 24 of the single-parent households (25.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 households (22.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Argos
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children4 (2.3%)7 (16.7%)
1 or 2 Children8 (11.3%)9 (21.4%)
3 or 4 Children13 (22.4%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Total25 (7.6%)24 (25.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Argos

Employment by Class of Employer in Argos

Among the 747 employed individuals in Argos, private company employees (585 | 78.3%), not-for-profit organizations (65 | 8.7%), and local government employees (36 | 4.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Argos
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees58578.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)324.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)172.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations658.7%
Local Government Employees364.8%
State Government Employees81.1%
Federal Government Employees40.5%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total747100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Argos

According to the labor force statistics for Argos, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,305), 66.4% or 867 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.4% or 73 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 87.9% or 109 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 60 to 64 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 23.3% or 7 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Argos
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years20 (42.6%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years76 (83.5%)12 (15.8%)
25 to 29 Years109 (87.9%)15 (13.8%)
30 to 34 Years141 (83.4%)7 (5.0%)
35 to 44 Years158 (80.6%)8 (5.1%)
45 to 54 Years196 (81.7%)11 (5.6%)
55 to 59 Years64 (70.3%)13 (20.3%)
60 to 64 Years30 (40.5%)7 (23.3%)
65 to 74 Years70 (35.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over2 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total867 (66.4%)73 (8.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Argos

According to labor force statistics for Argos, 78.1% of individuals (698) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (894) are in the labor force, with 8.7% or 61 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 90.1% or 82 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 15.2% or 15 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Argos
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School99 (64.3%)23 (15.2%)
High School Diploma277 (74.9%)27 (7.2%)
College / Associate Degree240 (86.0%)18 (6.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher82 (90.1%)12 (13.4%)
Total698 (78.1%)78 (8.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Argos

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Argos are Community & Social Service (51 | 6.4%), Management (32 | 4.0%), Education, Arts & Media (28 | 3.5%), Education Instruction & Library (20 | 2.5%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (13 | 1.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Argos

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Argos, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (89.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Argos
OccupationMaleFemale
Management18 (56.2%)14 (43.8%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science5 (38.5%)8 (61.5%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 30 (58.8%)21 (41.2%)
Education, Arts & Media25 (89.3%)3 (10.7%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library2 (10.0%)18 (90.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Total (Category)53 (48.6%)56 (51.4%)
Total (Overall)435 (54.8%)358 (45.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Argos are Food Preparation & Serving (33 | 4.2%), Healthcare Support (29 | 3.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (17 | 2.1%), Personal Care & Service (14 | 1.8%), and Security & Protection (4 | 0.5%).
Services Occupations in Argos

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Argos, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (23.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (90.9%), and Personal Care & Service (78.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Argos
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
Security & Protection4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving3 (9.1%)30 (90.9%)
Cleaning & Maintenance4 (23.5%)13 (76.5%)
Personal Care & Service3 (21.4%)11 (78.6%)
Total (Category)14 (14.4%)83 (85.6%)
Total (Overall)435 (54.8%)358 (45.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Argos are Office & Administration (122 | 15.4%), and Sales & Related (83 | 10.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Argos

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Argos
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related19 (22.9%)64 (77.1%)
Office & Administration43 (35.2%)79 (64.7%)
Total (Category)62 (30.2%)143 (69.8%)
Total (Overall)435 (54.8%)358 (45.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Argos are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (59 | 7.4%), Construction & Extraction (36 | 4.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (3 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Argos

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Argos
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)98 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)435 (54.8%)358 (45.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Argos are Production (189 | 23.8%), Material Moving (69 | 8.7%), and Transportation (26 | 3.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Argos

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Argos
OccupationMaleFemale
Production129 (68.2%)60 (31.8%)
Transportation26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving53 (76.8%)16 (23.2%)
Total (Category)208 (73.2%)76 (26.8%)
Total (Overall)435 (54.8%)358 (45.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Argos

Employment Industries in Argos

The major employment industries in Argos include Manufacturing (338 | 42.6%), Retail Trade (125 | 15.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (60 | 7.6%), Educational Services (52 | 6.6%), and Accommodation & Food Services (49 | 6.2%).
Employment Industries in Argos

Employment Industries by Sex in Argos

The Argos industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (95.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (93.9%), and Professional & Scientific (72.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Argos
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction38 (90.5%)4 (9.5%)
Manufacturing238 (70.4%)100 (29.6%)
Wholesale Trade6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade49 (39.2%)76 (60.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing11 (78.6%)3 (21.4%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information7 (70.0%)3 (30.0%)
Finance & Insurance11 (64.7%)6 (35.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific3 (27.3%)8 (72.7%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services18 (34.6%)34 (65.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance3 (5.0%)57 (95.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services3 (6.1%)46 (93.9%)
Public Administration7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total435 (54.8%)358 (45.2%)

Education in Argos

School Enrollment in Argos

The most common levels of schooling among the 458 students in Argos are middle school (140 | 30.6%), elementary school (129 | 28.2%), and college / undergraduate (72 | 15.7%).
School Enrollment in Argos
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool214.6%
Kindergarten439.4%
Elementary School12928.2%
Middle School14030.6%
High School5111.1%
College / Undergraduate7215.7%
Graduate / Professional20.4%
Total458100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Argos

Out of a total of 458 students who are enrolled in schools in Argos, 34 (7.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 424 (92.6%) 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 3 (50.0% 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 21 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Argos
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old148 (95.5%)7 (4.5%)
10 to 14 Year Olds146 (90.7%)15 (9.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds41 (93.2%)3 (6.8%)
18 to 19 Year Olds6 (66.7%)3 (33.3%)
20 to 24 Year Olds3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds10 (76.9%)3 (23.1%)
35 Years and over49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total424 (92.6%)34 (7.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Argos

Business (30 | 24.0%), education (30 | 24.0%), arts & humanities (17 | 13.6%), science & technology (15 | 12.0%), and social sciences (10 | 8.0%) are the most common fields of study among 125 individuals in Argos who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Argos
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural54.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology32.4%
Social Sciences108.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology1512.0%
Business3024.0%
Education3024.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History64.8%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications97.2%
Arts & Humanities1713.6%
Total125100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Argos

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Argos

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Argos are males with 2 vehicles (216, accounting for 51.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (171, making up 66.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Argos
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle7 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle60 (14.2%)59 (18.2%)
2 Vehicles216 (51.1%)171 (52.8%)
3 Vehicles93 (22.0%)57 (17.6%)
4 Vehicles34 (8.0%)24 (7.4%)
5 or more Vehicles13 (3.1%)13 (4.0%)
Total423 (100.0%)324 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Argos

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Argos are 15 to 19 minutes (160 commuters, 22.0%), 20 to 24 minutes (135 commuters, 18.5%), and 40 to 44 minutes (89 commuters, 12.2%).
Commute Time in Argos
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes476.5%
5 to 9 Minutes8011.0%
10 to 14 Minutes709.6%
15 to 19 Minutes16022.0%
20 to 24 Minutes13518.5%
25 to 29 Minutes182.5%
30 to 34 Minutes344.7%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes8912.2%
45 to 59 Minutes669.0%
60 to 89 Minutes223.0%
90 or more Minutes81.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Argos

The most common commute times in Argos are 20 to 24 minutes (79 commuters, 19.3%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (113 commuters, 35.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Argos
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes7 (1.7%)40 (12.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes45 (11.0%)35 (11.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes37 (9.0%)33 (10.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes47 (11.5%)113 (35.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes79 (19.3%)56 (17.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes12 (2.9%)6 (1.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes24 (5.9%)10 (3.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes75 (18.3%)14 (4.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes59 (14.4%)7 (2.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes20 (4.9%)2 (0.6%)
90 or more Minutes5 (1.2%)3 (0.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Argos

The most frequent times of departure to work in Argos are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (121, 29.5%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (57, 17.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Argos
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM121 (29.5%)12 (3.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM38 (9.3%)39 (12.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM49 (11.9%)10 (3.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM29 (7.1%)29 (9.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM43 (10.5%)24 (7.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM10 (2.4%)12 (3.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM33 (8.1%)57 (17.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM12 (2.9%)44 (13.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM13 (3.2%)6 (1.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM17 (4.2%)6 (1.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM28 (6.8%)49 (15.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM17 (4.2%)31 (9.7%)
Total410 (100.0%)319 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Argos

Occupancy by Ownership in Argos

Of the total 652 dwellings in Argos, owner-occupied units account for 442 (67.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 210 (32.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Argos
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units44267.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units21032.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units652100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Argos

Occupancy by Household Size in Argos
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household17727.2%
2-Person Household19630.1%
3-Person Household12118.6%
4+ Person Household15824.2%
Total Housing Units652100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Argos

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Argos
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household117 (66.1%)60 (33.9%)
2-Person Household147 (75.0%)49 (25.0%)
3-Person Household74 (61.2%)47 (38.8%)
4+ Person Household104 (65.8%)54 (34.2%)
Total Housing Units442 (67.8%)210 (32.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Argos

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Argos
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School38 (46.3%)44 (53.7%)
High School Diploma165 (66.8%)82 (33.2%)
College/Associate Degree176 (72.4%)67 (27.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher63 (78.7%)17 (21.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Argos

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Argos
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years18728.7%
35 to 44 Years8513.0%
45 to 54 Years9714.9%
55 to 64 Years9414.4%
65 to 74 Years13921.3%
75 to 84 Years396.0%
85 Years and Over111.7%
Total652100.0%

Housing Finances in Argos

Median Income by Occupancy in Argos

Median Income by Occupancy in Argos
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied442 (67.8%)$58,136
Renter-Occupied210 (32.2%)$46,750
Average652 (100.0%)$57,283

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Argos

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Argos
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00013 (2.9%)19 (9.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99912 (2.7%)13 (6.2%)
$15,000 to $19,99914 (3.2%)10 (4.8%)
$20,000 to $24,99918 (4.1%)7 (3.3%)
$25,000 to $34,99930 (6.8%)36 (17.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99993 (21.0%)23 (11.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999133 (30.1%)53 (25.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99949 (11.1%)49 (23.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99943 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more37 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total442 (100.0%)210 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Argos

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Argos
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30068 (15.4%)7 (3.3%)
$300 to $499120 (27.2%)16 (7.6%)
$500 to $79952 (11.8%)68 (32.4%)
$800 to $999118 (26.7%)53 (25.2%)
$1,000 to $1,49971 (16.1%)62 (29.5%)
$1,500 to $1,9996 (1.4%)2 (0.9%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9993 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more4 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total442 (100.0%)210 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Argos

Housing Structures in Argos

Housing Structures in Argos
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached52079.7%
Single Unit, Attached30.5%
2 Unit Apartments142.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments172.6%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments335.1%
Mobile Home / Other6510.0%
Total652100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Argos

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Argos
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached411 (79.0%)109 (21.0%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other31 (47.7%)34 (52.3%)
Total442 (67.8%)210 (32.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Argos

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Argos
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms10 (2.3%)32 (15.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms78 (17.6%)82 (39.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms246 (55.7%)92 (43.8%)
8 or more Rooms108 (24.4%)4 (1.9%)
Total442 (100.0%)210 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Argos

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Argos
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas409 (92.5%)147 (70.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity13 (2.9%)54 (25.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels20 (4.5%)9 (4.3%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total442 (100.0%)210 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Argos

Household Vehicle Usage in Argos
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle13 (2.9%)31 (14.8%)
1 Vehicle104 (23.5%)61 (29.0%)
2 Vehicles214 (48.4%)82 (39.1%)
3 or more Vehicles111 (25.1%)36 (17.1%)
Total442 (100.0%)210 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Argos

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Argos

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units153289
Median Property Value$91,600$113,000
Median Household Income$42,917$30
Monthly Housing Costs$332$4
Real Estate Taxes$539$14

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Argos

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Argos
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00032 (20.9%)34 (11.8%)
$50,000 to $99,99979 (51.6%)73 (25.3%)
$100,000 to $299,99939 (25.5%)178 (61.6%)
$300,000 to $499,9993 (2.0%)4 (1.4%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total153 (100.0%)289 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Argos

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Argos
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0004 (2.6%)47 (16.3%)
$10,000 to $24,99929 (19.0%)9 (3.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99920 (13.1%)15 (5.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99941 (26.8%)10 (3.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99920 (13.1%)52 (18.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99915 (9.8%)113 (39.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99917 (11.1%)34 (11.8%)
$150,000 or more7 (4.6%)26 (9.0%)
Total153 (100.0%)289 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Argos

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Argos
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x78 (51.0%)59,464 (20,575.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x24 (15.7%)153 (52.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x15 (9.8%)80 (27.7%)
4.0x or more32 (20.9%)12 (4.2%)
Total153 (100.0%)289 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Argos

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Argos
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800100 (65.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49927 (17.6%)108 (37.4%)
$800 to $1,49917 (11.1%)142 (49.1%)
Total153 (100.0%)289 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Argos

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Argos

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Argos
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years104 (82.5%)22 (17.5%)
6 to 18 Years351 (97.2%)10 (2.8%)
19 to 25 Years103 (82.4%)22 (17.6%)
26 to 34 Years215 (77.9%)61 (22.1%)
35 to 44 Years169 (86.2%)27 (13.8%)
45 to 54 Years220 (91.7%)20 (8.3%)
55 to 64 Years155 (93.9%)10 (6.1%)
65 to 74 Years198 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,590 (90.2%)172 (9.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Argos

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Argos
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born104 (82.5%)22 (17.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen351 (97.2%)10 (2.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen103 (82.4%)22 (17.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Argos

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Argos
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000168 (90.8%)17 (9.2%)
$25,000 to $49,999390 (84.4%)72 (15.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999481 (97.4%)13 (2.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999316 (87.8%)44 (12.2%)
$100,000 and over235 (90.0%)26 (10.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Argos

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Argos
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 682 (65.1%)22 (17.5%)
6 to 18 Years215 (59.6%)150 (41.5%)
19 to 25 Years26 (20.8%)77 (61.6%)
25 to 34 Years72 (26.1%)147 (53.3%)
35 to 44 Years39 (19.9%)140 (71.4%)
45 to 54 Years66 (27.5%)154 (64.2%)
55 to 64 Years62 (37.6%)102 (61.8%)
65 to 74 Years151 (76.3%)108 (54.5%)
75 Years and over75 (100.0%)32 (42.7%)
Total788 (44.7%)932 (52.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Argos

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Argos
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years36 (20.9%)3 (1.4%)
18 to 34 Years23 (11.3%)36 (17.7%)
35 to 64 Years52 (17.3%)52 (17.3%)
65 to 74 Years14 (12.8%)23 (25.8%)
75 Years and over14 (38.9%)20 (51.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Argos

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Argos: <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 Years17 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years15 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years4 (3.7%)4 (4.5%)
75 Years and over14 (38.9%)3 (7.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Argos: <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 Years14 (6.9%)11 (5.4%)
35 to 64 Years4 (1.3%)13 (4.3%)
65 to 74 Years3 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over2 (5.6%)3 (7.7%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Argos: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years36 (20.9%)3 (1.4%)
18 to 34 Years3 (1.5%)29 (14.3%)
35 to 64 Years11 (3.6%)22 (7.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)3 (3.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (7.7%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Argos: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)22 (10.8%)
35 to 64 Years29 (9.6%)28 (9.3%)
65 to 74 Years10 (9.2%)23 (25.8%)
75 Years and over8 (22.2%)20 (51.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Argos: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years7 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years3 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)10 (11.2%)
75 Years and over3 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Argos

Computing Device Access in Argos

Computing Device Access in Argos
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop42765.5%
Smartphone55685.3%
Tablet33351.1%
No Computing Device477.2%
Total652100.0%

Internet Access in Argos

Internet Access in Argos
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home46371.0%
Cellular Data Only6910.6%
Satellite Internet456.9%
No Internet7912.1%
Total652100.0%

Argos Summary

Argos is a small town located in Marshall County, Indiana, United States. It is situated in the northern part of the state, approximately 20 miles south of South Bend and 40 miles east of Chicago. The population of Argos was 1,845 at the 2010 census.

History

The area that is now Argos was first settled in the early 1830s by a group of settlers from Ohio. The town was originally known as “Argosville” and was platted in 1836. The name was changed to Argos in 1837. The town was incorporated in 1871.
The town was originally a farming community, but in the late 19th century, it became a center for the production of brick and tile. The brick and tile industry was a major employer in the town until the mid-20th century.

Geography

Argos is located at 41°14′N 86°17′W (41.23, -86.28). According to the 2010 census, the town has a total area of 1.2 square miles (3.2 km2), all land.

Economy

The economy of Argos is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The town is home to several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, a restaurant, and a bank. The town also has a post office and a library.
The town is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a plastics manufacturer, a metal fabricator, and a machine shop.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 1,845 people, 745 households, and 486 families residing in the town. The population density was 1,541.7 people per square mile (595.2/km2). There were 817 housing units at an average density of 676.7 per square mile (261.7/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
There were 745 households, out of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.2% were married couples living together, 11.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.3% were non-families. 30.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 3.04.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 25.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 17.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.3 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $45,000. Males had a median income of $31,250 versus $22,500 for females. The per capita income for the town was $17,845. About 6.2% of families and 8.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Argos?
Total Population of Argos is 1,762.
What is the Total Male Population of Argos?
Total Male Population of Argos is 877.
What is the Total Female Population of Argos?
Total Female Population of Argos is 885.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Argos?
There are 99.10 Males per 100 Females in Argos.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Argos?
There are 100.91 Females per 100 Males in Argos.
What is the Median Population Age in Argos?
Median Population Age in Argos is 34.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Argos
Average Family Size in Argos is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Argos
Average Household Size in Argos is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Argos?
Per Capita income in Argos is $22,717.
What is the Median Family Income in Argos?
Median Family Income in Argos is $58,585.
What is the Median Household income in Argos?
Median Household Income in Argos is $57,283.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Argos?
Income or Wage Gap in Argos is 34.7%.
Women in Argos earn 65.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Argos?
Inequality or Gini Index in Argos is 0.36.
How Large is the Labor Force in Argos?
There are 867 People in the Labor Forcein in Argos.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Argos?
66.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Argos.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Argos?
Unemployment Rate in Argos is 8.4%.