Michigan City, IN

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Michigan City Overview

31,983
TOTAL POPULATION
16,637
MALE POPULATION
15,346
FEMALE POPULATION
108.41
MALES / 100 FEMALES
92.24
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,120
PER CAPITA INCOME
$68,608
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$51,554
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
21.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
78.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$14,384
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
14,002
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
54.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Michigan City Zip Codes

Michigan City Area Codes

Race in Michigan City

The most populous races in Michigan City are White / Caucasian (20,065 | 62.7%), Black / African American (8,797 | 27.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (2,677 | 8.4%).
Race in Michigan City
Race# Population% Population
Asian2360.7%
Black / African American8,79727.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific280.1%
Hispanic or Latino2,6778.4%
Native / Alaskan890.3%
White / Caucasian20,06562.7%
Two or more Races2,1146.6%
Some other Race6542.0%
Total31,983100.0%

Ancestry in Michigan City

The most populous ancestries reported in Michigan City are German (4,754 | 14.9%), Irish (2,990 | 9.3%), Polish (2,912 | 9.1%), English (2,034 | 6.4%), and Mexican (1,402 | 4.4%), together accounting for 44.1% of all Michigan City residents.
Ancestry in Michigan City
Ancestry# Population% Population
African660.2%
American8462.6%
Arab1840.6%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac60.0%
Austrian320.1%
Belgian70.0%
Belizean30.0%
Bhutanese450.1%
Blackfeet650.2%
Brazilian270.1%
British1580.5%
Burmese50.0%
Cambodian90.0%
Central American2580.8%
Cherokee2150.7%
Chippewa40.0%
Colombian1070.3%
Croatian670.2%
Cuban490.2%
Czech1540.5%
Czechoslovakian350.1%
Danish460.1%
Dominican90.0%
Dutch4041.3%
Eastern European600.2%
Ecuadorian280.1%
English2,0346.4%
European3981.2%
French5011.6%
French Canadian420.1%
German4,75414.9%
Greek1160.4%
Guamanian / Chamorro280.1%
Guatemalan290.1%
Honduran510.2%
Hungarian810.3%
Indian (Asian)210.1%
Irish2,9909.3%
Italian7252.3%
Korean740.2%
Latvian80.0%
Lebanese1410.4%
Lithuanian3461.1%
Luxembourger70.0%
Mexican1,4024.4%
Moroccan50.0%
Nicaraguan230.1%
Nigerian440.1%
Northern European350.1%
Norwegian2040.6%
Palestinian130.0%
Panamanian1550.5%
Pennsylvania German200.1%
Peruvian100.0%
Polish2,9129.1%
Potawatomi40.0%
Puerto Rican4701.5%
Russian810.3%
Samoan280.1%
Scandinavian360.1%
Scotch-Irish2050.6%
Scottish2530.8%
Serbian900.3%
Slavic130.0%
Slovak530.2%
South American1450.4%
South American Indian100.0%
Spaniard1470.5%
Spanish1030.3%
Sri Lankan170.1%
Subsaharan African1100.3%
Swedish3761.2%
Swiss490.2%
Ukrainian90.0%
Welsh480.2%
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Immigrants in Michigan City

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Michigan City came from Latin America (386 | 1.2%), Central America (344 | 1.1%), Mexico (233 | 0.7%), Asia (201 | 0.6%), and Europe (105 | 0.3%), together accounting for 4.0% of all Michigan City residents.
Immigrants in Michigan City
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa400.1%
Asia2010.6%
Austria70.0%
Canada90.0%
Central America3441.1%
Eastern Asia590.2%
Eastern Europe50.0%
Ecuador50.0%
El Salvador120.0%
Europe1050.3%
France40.0%
Germany590.2%
Greece100.0%
Guatemala290.1%
Honduras70.0%
Italy100.0%
Japan50.0%
Korea540.2%
Latin America3861.2%
Lebanon510.2%
Lithuania50.0%
Mexico2330.7%
Middle Africa60.0%
Netherlands100.0%
Nicaragua230.1%
Nigeria340.1%
Panama400.1%
Peru100.0%
Philippines740.2%
South America420.1%
South Eastern Asia910.3%
Southern Europe200.1%
Vietnam170.1%
Western Africa340.1%
Western Asia510.2%
Western Europe800.3%
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Sex and Age in Michigan City

Sex and Age in Michigan City

The most populous age groups in Michigan City are 25 to 29 Years (1,643 | 9.9%) for men and 35 to 39 Years (1,182 | 7.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Michigan City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,045 (6.3%)893 (5.8%)
5 to 9 Years1,106 (6.7%)950 (6.2%)
10 to 14 Years809 (4.9%)1,112 (7.2%)
15 to 19 Years1,108 (6.7%)608 (4.0%)
20 to 24 Years1,428 (8.6%)1,104 (7.2%)
25 to 29 Years1,643 (9.9%)1,003 (6.5%)
30 to 34 Years948 (5.7%)932 (6.1%)
35 to 39 Years1,066 (6.4%)1,182 (7.7%)
40 to 44 Years1,148 (6.9%)627 (4.1%)
45 to 49 Years989 (5.9%)756 (4.9%)
50 to 54 Years986 (5.9%)865 (5.6%)
55 to 59 Years995 (6.0%)982 (6.4%)
60 to 64 Years1,013 (6.1%)1,133 (7.4%)
65 to 69 Years1,039 (6.2%)1,119 (7.3%)
70 to 74 Years547 (3.3%)608 (4.0%)
75 to 79 Years407 (2.5%)522 (3.4%)
80 to 84 Years228 (1.4%)372 (2.4%)
85 Years and over132 (0.8%)578 (3.8%)
Total16,637 (100.0%)15,346 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Michigan City

Median Family Size in Michigan City

The median family size in Michigan City is 3.20 persons per family, with single female/mother families (2,354 | 35.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.46 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (757 | 11.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.77 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Michigan City
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple3,562 (53.4%)3.13
Single Male/Father757 (11.3%)2.77
Single Female/Mother2,354 (35.3%)3.46
Total Families6,673 (100.0%)3.20

Median Household Size in Michigan City

The median household size in Michigan City is 2.35 persons per household, with single female/mother households (2,354 | 19.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.61 persons per household. non-family households (5,735 | 46.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.23 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Michigan City
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple3,562 (28.7%)3.16
Single Male/Father757 (6.1%)3.15
Single Female/Mother2,354 (19.0%)3.61
Non-family5,735 (46.2%)1.23
Total Households12,408 (100.0%)2.35

Household Size by Marriage Status in Michigan City

Out of a total of 12,408 households in Michigan City, 6,673 (53.8%) are family households, while 5,735 (46.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,158, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 4,815.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Michigan City
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-4,815 (38.8%)
2-Person Households3,158 (25.5%)799 (6.4%)
3-Person Households1,400 (11.3%)67 (0.5%)
4-Person Households910 (7.3%)17 (0.1%)
5-Person Households790 (6.4%)12 (0.1%)
6-Person Households348 (2.8%)25 (0.2%)
7+ Person Households67 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,673 (53.8%)5,735 (46.2%)

Female Fertility in Michigan City

Fertility by Age in Michigan City

Average fertility rate in Michigan City is 81.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 150.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 88.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Michigan City
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years6 (1.2%)10.0
20 to 34 years455 (88.5%)150.0
35 to 50 years53 (10.3%)19.0
Total514 (100.0%)81.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Michigan City

37.9% of women with births (514) in Michigan City are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% 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 50.9% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Michigan City
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years169 (37.1%)286 (62.9%)
35 to 50 years26 (49.1%)27 (50.9%)
Total195 (37.9%)319 (62.1%)

Fertility by Education in Michigan City

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Michigan City
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma63 (12.3%)34.0
College or Associate's Degree234 (45.5%)89.0
Bachelor's Degree213 (41.4%)252.0
Graduate Degree4 (0.8%)15.0
Total514 (100.0%)81.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Michigan City

62.1% of women with births in Michigan City 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 college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 82.9% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Michigan City
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma11 (17.5%)52 (82.5%)
College or Associate's Degree40 (17.1%)194 (82.9%)
Bachelor's Degree140 (65.7%)73 (34.3%)
Graduate Degree4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total195 (37.9%)319 (62.1%)

Income in Michigan City

Income Overview in Michigan City

Per Capita Income in Michigan City is $27,120, while median incomes of families and households are $68,608 and $51,554 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income31,983$27,120
Median Family Income6,673$68,608
Mean Family Income6,673$78,952
Median Household Income12,408$51,554
Mean Household Income12,408$67,248
Income Deficit6,673$14,384
Wage / Income Gap (%)31,98321.89%
Wage / Income Gap ($)31,98378.11¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index31,9830.45

Earnings by Sex in Michigan City

Average Earnings in Michigan City are $32,786, $37,167 for men and $29,031 for women, a difference of 21.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Michigan City
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male7,348 (50.6%)$37,167
Female7,174 (49.4%)$29,031
Total14,522 (100.0%)$32,786

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Michigan City

The most common earnings brackets in Michigan City are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (864 | 11.8%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (734 | 10.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Michigan City
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less336 (4.6%)517 (7.2%)
$2,500 to $4,999177 (2.4%)264 (3.7%)
$5,000 to $7,499252 (3.4%)444 (6.2%)
$7,500 to $9,999184 (2.5%)119 (1.7%)
$10,000 to $12,499293 (4.0%)403 (5.6%)
$12,500 to $14,999152 (2.1%)497 (6.9%)
$15,000 to $17,499176 (2.4%)225 (3.1%)
$17,500 to $19,999165 (2.2%)147 (2.1%)
$20,000 to $22,499242 (3.3%)242 (3.4%)
$22,500 to $24,999271 (3.7%)227 (3.2%)
$25,000 to $29,999611 (8.3%)666 (9.3%)
$30,000 to $34,999646 (8.8%)734 (10.2%)
$35,000 to $39,999425 (5.8%)425 (5.9%)
$40,000 to $44,999335 (4.6%)394 (5.5%)
$45,000 to $49,999415 (5.7%)542 (7.6%)
$50,000 to $54,999384 (5.2%)286 (4.0%)
$55,000 to $64,999405 (5.5%)355 (5.0%)
$65,000 to $74,999342 (4.6%)277 (3.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999864 (11.8%)211 (2.9%)
$100,000+673 (9.2%)199 (2.8%)
Total7,348 (100.0%)7,174 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Michigan City

Average earnings in Michigan City are $41,127 for men and $33,225 for women, a difference of 19.2%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $81,402, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $30,581. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $58,587, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $29,102.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Michigan City
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$30,581$0
High School Diploma$31,709$29,102
College or Associate's Degree$49,256$33,388
Bachelor's Degree$81,402$42,244
Graduate Degree--
Total$41,127$33,225

Family Income in Michigan City

Family Income Brackets in Michigan City

According to the Michigan City family income data, there are 1,341 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.1% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 254 families (3.8%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Michigan City
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0004146.2%
$10,000 to $14,9993274.9%
$15,000 to $24,9994546.8%
$25,000 to $34,9994877.3%
$35,000 to $49,99980712.1%
$50,000 to $74,9991,19417.9%
$75,000 to $99,9991,34120.1%
$100,000 to $149,9991,07416.1%
$150,000 to $199,9993274.9%
$200,000+2543.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Michigan City

6-person families (268 | 4.0%) account for the highest median family income in Michigan City with $92,984 per family, while 2-person families (3,359 | 50.3%) have the highest median income of $33,926 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Michigan City
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families3,359 (50.3%)$67,853
3-Person Families1,447 (21.7%)$64,757
4-Person Families783 (11.7%)$78,750
5-Person Families795 (11.9%)$61,917
6-Person Families268 (4.0%)$92,984
7+ Person Families21 (0.3%)$0
Total6,673 (100.0%)$68,608

Family Income by Number of Earners in Michigan City

The median family income in Michigan City is $68,608, with families comprising 3+ earners (521) having the highest median family income of $96,998, while families with no earners (1,148) have the lowest median family income of $46,094, accounting for 7.8% and 17.2% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Michigan City
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,148 (17.2%)$46,094
1 Earner2,833 (42.4%)$47,995
2 Earners2,171 (32.5%)$92,977
3+ Earners521 (7.8%)$96,998
Total6,673 (100.0%)$68,608

Household Income in Michigan City

Household Income Brackets in Michigan City

With 2,171 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Michigan City, accounting for 17.5% of all households. In contrast, only 372 households (3.0%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Michigan City
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0007446.0%
$10,000 to $14,9998316.7%
$15,000 to $24,9991,34010.8%
$25,000 to $34,9991,31510.6%
$35,000 to $49,9991,84914.9%
$50,000 to $74,9992,17117.5%
$75,000 to $99,9991,96015.8%
$100,000 to $149,9991,39011.2%
$150,000 to $199,9994473.6%
$200,000+3723.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Michigan City

The median household income in Michigan City is $51,554, with the highest median household income of $56,757 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 4,351 households (35.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $42,917, with 611 households (4.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Michigan City
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years611 (4.9%)$42,917
25 to 44 Years3,708 (29.9%)$55,188
45 to 64 Years4,351 (35.1%)$56,757
65+ Years3,738 (30.1%)$44,063
Total12,408 (100.0%)$51,554

Poverty in Michigan City

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Michigan City

With 19.1% poverty level for males and 23.2% for females among the residents of Michigan City, under 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 430 males (41.1%) and 78 females (57.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Michigan City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years430 (41.1%)291 (33.1%)
5 Years89 (35.9%)96 (51.9%)
6 to 11 Years470 (38.1%)566 (46.9%)
12 to 14 Years135 (32.5%)161 (24.9%)
15 Years65 (17.1%)78 (57.8%)
16 and 17 Years131 (37.2%)37 (18.8%)
18 to 24 Years226 (13.5%)407 (29.5%)
25 to 34 Years305 (15.6%)506 (26.2%)
35 to 44 Years141 (9.9%)516 (28.6%)
45 to 54 Years234 (15.7%)290 (17.9%)
55 to 64 Years324 (18.4%)244 (11.7%)
65 to 74 Years51 (3.5%)233 (13.7%)
75 Years and over102 (14.4%)86 (6.4%)
Total2,703 (19.1%)3,511 (23.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Michigan City

According to the poverty statistics in Michigan City, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged 75 years and over are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 96.5% of males and 93.6% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Michigan City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years615 (58.9%)589 (66.9%)
5 Years159 (64.1%)89 (48.1%)
6 to 11 Years765 (61.9%)640 (53.1%)
12 to 14 Years281 (67.5%)485 (75.1%)
15 Years316 (82.9%)57 (42.2%)
16 and 17 Years221 (62.8%)160 (81.2%)
18 to 24 Years1,452 (86.5%)973 (70.5%)
25 to 34 Years1,655 (84.4%)1,429 (73.9%)
35 to 44 Years1,287 (90.1%)1,288 (71.4%)
45 to 54 Years1,261 (84.4%)1,327 (82.1%)
55 to 64 Years1,435 (81.6%)1,848 (88.3%)
65 to 74 Years1,398 (96.5%)1,470 (86.3%)
75 Years and over607 (85.6%)1,253 (93.6%)
Total11,452 (80.9%)11,608 (76.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Michigan City

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Michigan City show that 3.8% or 135 of the total 3,562 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 9.0%, comprising of 71 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 Michigan City
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children2,362 (97.8%)54 (2.2%)
1 or 2 Children719 (91.0%)71 (9.0%)
3 or 4 Children343 (97.2%)10 (2.8%)
5 or more Children3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,427 (96.2%)135 (3.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Michigan City

According to the poverty data in Michigan City, 10.7% or 81 single-father households and 38.9% or 916 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 28 households (68.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 50 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Michigan City
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children18 (5.6%)122 (15.8%)
1 or 2 Children25 (7.2%)349 (34.3%)
3 or 4 Children28 (68.3%)395 (77.0%)
5 or more Children10 (22.2%)50 (100.0%)
Total81 (10.7%)916 (38.9%)

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

The poverty data for Michigan City shows that 135 of the married-couple family households (3.8%) and 997 of the single-parent households (32.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 71 households (9.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 423 household (76.3%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Michigan City
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children54 (2.2%)140 (12.8%)
1 or 2 Children71 (9.0%)374 (27.4%)
3 or 4 Children10 (2.8%)423 (76.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)60 (63.2%)
Total135 (3.8%)997 (32.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Michigan City

Employment by Class of Employer in Michigan City

Among the 12,787 employed individuals in Michigan City, private company employees (9,666 | 75.6%), not-for-profit organizations (933 | 7.3%), and local government employees (736 | 5.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Michigan City
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees9,66675.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)2982.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)5644.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations9337.3%
Local Government Employees7365.8%
State Government Employees2712.1%
Federal Government Employees2902.3%
Unpaid Family Workers290.2%
Total12,787100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Michigan City

According to the labor force statistics for Michigan City, out of the total population over 16 years of age (25,552), 54.8% or 14,002 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.1% or 994 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 82.7% or 2,094 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 11.7% or 245 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Michigan City
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years511 (42.6%)47 (9.2%)
20 to 24 Years2,094 (82.7%)245 (11.7%)
25 to 29 Years1,942 (73.4%)132 (6.8%)
30 to 34 Years1,277 (67.9%)94 (7.4%)
35 to 44 Years2,635 (65.5%)224 (8.5%)
45 to 54 Years2,485 (69.1%)179 (7.2%)
55 to 59 Years1,261 (63.8%)64 (5.1%)
60 to 64 Years1,067 (49.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years686 (20.7%)11 (1.6%)
75 Years and over38 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total14,002 (54.8%)994 (7.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Michigan City

According to labor force statistics for Michigan City, 65.6% of individuals (10,672) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (16,268) are in the labor force, with 6.5% or 694 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 82.6% or 2,288 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 14.4% or 65 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Michigan City
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School451 (26.4%)246 (14.4%)
High School Diploma4,018 (60.5%)359 (5.4%)
College / Associate Degree3,907 (75.9%)474 (9.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2,288 (82.6%)64 (2.3%)
Total10,672 (65.6%)1,057 (6.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Michigan City

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Michigan City are Community & Social Service (1,163 | 8.9%), Management (848 | 6.5%), Education Instruction & Library (593 | 4.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (514 | 4.0%), and Business & Financial (483 | 3.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Michigan City

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Michigan City, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (83.5%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (79.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (95.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (87.7%), and Health Technologists (85.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Michigan City
OccupationMaleFemale
Management560 (66.0%)288 (34.0%)
Business & Financial284 (58.8%)199 (41.2%)
Computers, Engineering & Science180 (79.6%)46 (20.3%)
Computers & Mathematics77 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering86 (83.5%)17 (16.5%)
Life, Physical & Social Science17 (37.0%)29 (63.0%)
Community & Social Service 241 (20.7%)922 (79.3%)
Education, Arts & Media10 (4.6%)209 (95.4%)
Legal Services & Support19 (16.4%)97 (83.6%)
Education Instruction & Library127 (21.4%)466 (78.6%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment85 (36.2%)150 (63.8%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating63 (12.3%)451 (87.7%)
Health Technologists57 (15.0%)323 (85.0%)
Total (Category)1,328 (41.1%)1,906 (58.9%)
Total (Overall)6,544 (50.3%)6,457 (49.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Michigan City are Food Preparation & Serving (744 | 5.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (726 | 5.6%), Healthcare Support (607 | 4.7%), Personal Care & Service (413 | 3.2%), and Security & Protection (224 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations in Michigan City

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Michigan City, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (93.0%), Security & Protection (70.1%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (60.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (88.6%), Personal Care & Service (86.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (68.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Michigan City
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support69 (11.4%)538 (88.6%)
Security & Protection157 (70.1%)67 (29.9%)
Firefighting & Prevention93 (93.0%)7 (7.0%)
Law Enforcement64 (51.6%)60 (48.4%)
Food Preparation & Serving238 (32.0%)506 (68.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance442 (60.9%)284 (39.1%)
Personal Care & Service58 (14.0%)355 (86.0%)
Total (Category)964 (35.5%)1,750 (64.5%)
Total (Overall)6,544 (50.3%)6,457 (49.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Michigan City are Sales & Related (1,459 | 11.2%), and Office & Administration (1,433 | 11.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Michigan City

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Michigan City
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related470 (32.2%)989 (67.8%)
Office & Administration501 (35.0%)932 (65.0%)
Total (Category)971 (33.6%)1,921 (66.4%)
Total (Overall)6,544 (50.3%)6,457 (49.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Michigan City are Construction & Extraction (539 | 4.2%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (405 | 3.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (23 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Michigan City

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Michigan City
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction539 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair405 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)967 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)6,544 (50.3%)6,457 (49.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Michigan City are Production (1,706 | 13.1%), Material Moving (943 | 7.2%), and Transportation (545 | 4.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Michigan City

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Michigan City
OccupationMaleFemale
Production1,210 (70.9%)496 (29.1%)
Transportation290 (53.2%)255 (46.8%)
Material Moving814 (86.3%)129 (13.7%)
Total (Category)2,314 (72.5%)880 (27.6%)
Total (Overall)6,544 (50.3%)6,457 (49.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Michigan City

Employment Industries in Michigan City

The major employment industries in Michigan City include Manufacturing (2,715 | 20.9%), Retail Trade (2,008 | 15.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,749 | 13.5%), Accommodation & Food Services (1,012 | 7.8%), and Construction (683 | 5.2%).
Employment Industries in Michigan City

Employment Industries by Sex in Michigan City

The Michigan City industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Construction (98.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (86.6%), Finance & Insurance (76.4%), and Educational Services (74.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Michigan City
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction675 (98.8%)8 (1.2%)
Manufacturing2,076 (76.5%)639 (23.5%)
Wholesale Trade249 (74.6%)85 (25.5%)
Retail Trade658 (32.8%)1,350 (67.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing361 (66.1%)185 (33.9%)
Utilities86 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information86 (50.9%)83 (49.1%)
Finance & Insurance73 (23.5%)237 (76.4%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing103 (58.5%)73 (41.5%)
Professional & Scientific282 (44.6%)351 (55.4%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support237 (56.6%)182 (43.4%)
Educational Services167 (25.8%)481 (74.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance235 (13.4%)1,514 (86.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation218 (45.2%)264 (54.8%)
Accommodation & Food Services441 (43.6%)571 (56.4%)
Public Administration211 (56.4%)163 (43.6%)
Total6,544 (50.3%)6,457 (49.7%)

Education in Michigan City

School Enrollment in Michigan City

The most common levels of schooling among the 6,257 students in Michigan City are elementary school (1,595 | 25.5%), middle school (1,534 | 24.5%), and high school (1,224 | 19.6%).
School Enrollment in Michigan City
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool3295.3%
Kindergarten5458.7%
Elementary School1,59525.5%
Middle School1,53424.5%
High School1,22419.6%
College / Undergraduate77712.4%
Graduate / Professional2534.0%
Total6,257100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Michigan City

Out of a total of 6,257 students who are enrolled in schools in Michigan City, 688 (11.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 5,569 (89.0%) 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 123 (61.5% 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 267 (97.1% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Michigan City
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds77 (38.5%)123 (61.5%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,731 (90.9%)174 (9.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,671 (88.4%)220 (11.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds960 (95.6%)44 (4.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds267 (97.1%)8 (2.9%)
20 to 24 Year Olds301 (80.0%)75 (20.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds359 (95.0%)19 (5.0%)
35 Years and over203 (89.0%)25 (11.0%)
Total5,569 (89.0%)688 (11.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Michigan City

Business (801 | 18.7%), education (535 | 12.5%), liberal arts & history (496 | 11.6%), science & technology (492 | 11.5%), and arts & humanities (347 | 8.1%) are the most common fields of study among 4,287 individuals in Michigan City who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Michigan City
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1844.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2505.8%
Physical & Health Sciences461.1%
Psychology1553.6%
Social Sciences2475.8%
Engineering2215.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies290.7%
Science & Technology49211.5%
Business80118.7%
Education53512.5%
Literature & Languages1252.9%
Liberal Arts & History49611.6%
Visual & Performing Arts1874.4%
Communications1724.0%
Arts & Humanities3478.1%
Total4,287100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Michigan City

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Michigan City

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Michigan City are males with 2 vehicles (3,042, accounting for 47.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,845, making up 48.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Michigan City
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle169 (2.6%)213 (3.4%)
1 Vehicle1,614 (25.1%)1,974 (31.2%)
2 Vehicles3,042 (47.4%)2,845 (45.0%)
3 Vehicles854 (13.3%)736 (11.6%)
4 Vehicles480 (7.5%)451 (7.1%)
5 or more Vehicles263 (4.1%)106 (1.7%)
Total6,422 (100.0%)6,325 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Michigan City

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Michigan City are 10 to 14 minutes (2,957 commuters, 24.5%), 5 to 9 minutes (2,210 commuters, 18.3%), and 15 to 19 minutes (1,686 commuters, 14.0%).
Commute Time in Michigan City
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes4033.3%
5 to 9 Minutes2,21018.3%
10 to 14 Minutes2,95724.5%
15 to 19 Minutes1,68614.0%
20 to 24 Minutes1,0809.0%
25 to 29 Minutes8617.1%
30 to 34 Minutes1,0638.8%
35 to 39 Minutes2542.1%
40 to 44 Minutes1120.9%
45 to 59 Minutes4303.6%
60 to 89 Minutes5404.5%
90 or more Minutes4633.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Michigan City

The most common commute times in Michigan City are 10 to 14 minutes (1,529 commuters, 25.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (1,494 commuters, 24.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Michigan City
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes230 (3.8%)173 (2.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes716 (11.9%)1,494 (24.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes1,529 (25.4%)1,428 (23.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes727 (12.1%)959 (15.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes651 (10.8%)429 (7.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes381 (6.3%)480 (8.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes698 (11.6%)365 (6.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes164 (2.7%)90 (1.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes106 (1.8%)6 (0.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes291 (4.8%)139 (2.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes304 (5.0%)236 (3.9%)
90 or more Minutes230 (3.8%)233 (3.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Michigan City

The most frequent times of departure to work in Michigan City are 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (913, 15.1%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (747, 12.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Michigan City
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM705 (11.7%)421 (7.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM231 (3.8%)129 (2.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM334 (5.5%)267 (4.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM623 (10.3%)508 (8.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM703 (11.7%)680 (11.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM497 (8.3%)747 (12.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM443 (7.3%)443 (7.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM214 (3.5%)503 (8.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM282 (4.7%)337 (5.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM297 (4.9%)526 (8.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM188 (3.1%)294 (4.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM202 (3.4%)156 (2.6%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM395 (6.6%)609 (10.1%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM913 (15.1%)412 (6.8%)
Total6,027 (100.0%)6,032 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Michigan City

Occupancy by Ownership in Michigan City

Of the total 12,408 dwellings in Michigan City, owner-occupied units account for 7,355 (59.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 5,053 (40.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Michigan City
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units7,35559.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units5,05340.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units12,408100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Michigan City

Occupancy by Household Size in Michigan City
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household4,81538.8%
2-Person Household3,95731.9%
3-Person Household1,46711.8%
4+ Person Household2,16917.5%
Total Housing Units12,408100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Michigan City

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Michigan City
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household2,637 (54.8%)2,178 (45.2%)
2-Person Household2,469 (62.4%)1,488 (37.6%)
3-Person Household873 (59.5%)594 (40.5%)
4+ Person Household1,376 (63.4%)793 (36.6%)
Total Housing Units7,355 (59.3%)5,053 (40.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Michigan City

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Michigan City
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School488 (51.9%)453 (48.1%)
High School Diploma2,421 (56.5%)1,867 (43.5%)
College/Associate Degree2,402 (54.5%)2,007 (45.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2,044 (73.8%)726 (26.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Michigan City

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Michigan City
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2,60521.0%
35 to 44 Years1,71413.8%
45 to 54 Years1,74514.1%
55 to 64 Years2,60621.0%
65 to 74 Years2,12717.1%
75 to 84 Years1,0858.7%
85 Years and Over5264.2%
Total12,408100.0%

Housing Finances in Michigan City

Median Income by Occupancy in Michigan City

Median Income by Occupancy in Michigan City
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied7,355 (59.3%)$62,494
Renter-Occupied5,053 (40.7%)$36,287
Average12,408 (100.0%)$51,554

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Michigan City

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Michigan City
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000170 (2.3%)268 (5.3%)
$5,000 to $9,999112 (1.5%)190 (3.8%)
$10,000 to $14,999213 (2.9%)620 (12.3%)
$15,000 to $19,999308 (4.2%)403 (8.0%)
$20,000 to $24,999268 (3.6%)357 (7.1%)
$25,000 to $34,999746 (10.1%)568 (11.2%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,067 (14.5%)776 (15.4%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,370 (18.6%)804 (15.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,133 (15.4%)830 (16.4%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,252 (17.0%)132 (2.6%)
$150,000 or more716 (9.7%)105 (2.1%)
Total7,355 (100.0%)5,053 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Michigan City

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Michigan City
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300442 (6.0%)327 (6.5%)
$300 to $4991,523 (20.7%)177 (3.5%)
$500 to $7991,866 (25.4%)1,647 (32.6%)
$800 to $9991,296 (17.6%)1,272 (25.2%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,613 (21.9%)959 (19.0%)
$1,500 to $1,999316 (4.3%)198 (3.9%)
$2,000 to $2,499175 (2.4%)35 (0.7%)
$2,500 to $2,99991 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more33 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total7,355 (100.0%)5,053 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Michigan City

Housing Structures in Michigan City

Housing Structures in Michigan City
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached8,15865.7%
Single Unit, Attached4013.2%
2 Unit Apartments6485.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments6305.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments5864.7%
10 or more Apartments1,65213.3%
Mobile Home / Other3332.7%
Total12,408100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Michigan City

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Michigan City
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached6,456 (79.1%)1,702 (20.9%)
Single Unit, Attached293 (73.1%)108 (26.9%)
2 Unit Apartments162 (25.0%)486 (75.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments94 (14.9%)536 (85.1%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments21 (3.6%)565 (96.4%)
10 or more Apartments78 (4.7%)1,574 (95.3%)
Mobile Home / Other251 (75.4%)82 (24.6%)
Total7,355 (59.3%)5,053 (40.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Michigan City

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Michigan City
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room25 (0.3%)110 (2.2%)
2 or 3 Rooms92 (1.3%)1,329 (26.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms2,756 (37.5%)2,719 (53.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms2,915 (39.6%)684 (13.5%)
8 or more Rooms1,567 (21.3%)211 (4.2%)
Total7,355 (100.0%)5,053 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Michigan City

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Michigan City
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas6,964 (94.7%)3,511 (69.5%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas36 (0.5%)26 (0.5%)
Electricity316 (4.3%)1,419 (28.1%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene14 (0.2%)60 (1.2%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels12 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used13 (0.2%)37 (0.7%)
Total7,355 (100.0%)5,053 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Michigan City

Household Vehicle Usage in Michigan City
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle323 (4.4%)710 (14.1%)
1 Vehicle2,452 (33.3%)3,020 (59.8%)
2 Vehicles3,182 (43.3%)1,093 (21.6%)
3 or more Vehicles1,398 (19.0%)230 (4.5%)
Total7,355 (100.0%)5,053 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Michigan City

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Michigan City

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units3,1254,230
Median Property Value$98,500$127,900
Median Household Income$49,902$506
Monthly Housing Costs$454$33
Real Estate Taxes$1,067$85

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Michigan City

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Michigan City
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000431 (13.8%)182 (4.3%)
$50,000 to $99,9991,178 (37.7%)1,178 (27.9%)
$100,000 to $299,9991,335 (42.7%)2,531 (59.8%)
$300,000 to $499,999132 (4.2%)212 (5.0%)
$500,000 to $749,99937 (1.2%)97 (2.3%)
$750,000 to $999,9995 (0.2%)18 (0.4%)
$1,000,000 or more7 (0.2%)12 (0.3%)
Total3,125 (100.0%)4,230 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Michigan City

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Michigan City
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000185 (5.9%)69 (1.6%)
$10,000 to $24,999424 (13.6%)97 (2.3%)
$25,000 to $34,999391 (12.5%)365 (8.6%)
$35,000 to $49,999567 (18.1%)355 (8.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999532 (17.0%)500 (11.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999471 (15.1%)838 (19.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999345 (11.0%)662 (15.7%)
$150,000 or more210 (6.7%)907 (21.4%)
Total3,125 (100.0%)4,230 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Michigan City

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Michigan City
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x1,632 (52.2%)73,551 (1,738.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x479 (15.3%)2,457 (58.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x274 (8.8%)656 (15.5%)
4.0x or more706 (22.6%)295 (7.0%)
Total3,125 (100.0%)4,230 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Michigan City

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Michigan City
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800989 (31.7%)21 (0.5%)
$800 to $1,4991,414 (45.3%)1,305 (30.8%)
$800 to $1,499583 (18.7%)1,861 (44.0%)
Total3,125 (100.0%)4,230 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Michigan City

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Michigan City

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Michigan City
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years2,228 (93.7%)150 (6.3%)
6 to 18 Years4,697 (94.1%)296 (5.9%)
19 to 25 Years2,681 (89.3%)321 (10.7%)
26 to 34 Years3,075 (86.4%)485 (13.6%)
35 to 44 Years2,938 (90.9%)294 (9.1%)
45 to 54 Years2,832 (91.0%)280 (9.0%)
55 to 64 Years3,516 (91.3%)335 (8.7%)
65 to 74 Years3,148 (99.9%)4 (0.1%)
75 Years and older2,005 (97.9%)43 (2.1%)
Total27,120 (92.5%)2,208 (7.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Michigan City

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Michigan City
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born2,228 (93.7%)150 (6.3%)
Foreign Born, Citizen4,697 (94.1%)296 (5.9%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen2,681 (89.3%)321 (10.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Michigan City

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Michigan City
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0005,463 (94.0%)352 (6.0%)
$25,000 to $49,9995,468 (90.9%)549 (9.1%)
$50,000 to $74,9994,861 (94.1%)305 (5.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9995,040 (86.4%)796 (13.6%)
$100,000 and over6,196 (97.4%)167 (2.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Michigan City

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Michigan City
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 61,693 (71.2%)591 (24.8%)
6 to 18 Years3,168 (63.4%)1,794 (35.9%)
19 to 25 Years993 (33.1%)1,749 (58.3%)
25 to 34 Years1,223 (34.4%)2,028 (57.0%)
35 to 44 Years1,028 (31.8%)2,073 (64.1%)
45 to 54 Years785 (25.2%)2,216 (71.2%)
55 to 64 Years982 (25.5%)2,633 (68.4%)
65 to 74 Years3,101 (98.4%)1,690 (53.6%)
75 Years and over2,005 (97.9%)1,361 (66.5%)
Total14,978 (51.1%)16,135 (55.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Michigan City

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Michigan City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years169 (6.4%)71 (3.0%)
18 to 34 Years251 (6.9%)117 (3.5%)
35 to 64 Years699 (14.9%)1,032 (18.7%)
65 to 74 Years247 (17.1%)424 (24.9%)
75 Years and over251 (35.4%)573 (42.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Michigan City

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Michigan City: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years11 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years14 (0.4%)18 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years212 (4.5%)152 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years61 (4.2%)68 (4.0%)
75 Years and over132 (18.6%)368 (27.5%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Michigan City: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years8 (0.3%)64 (2.7%)
18 to 34 Years7 (0.2%)18 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years116 (2.5%)156 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years11 (0.8%)69 (4.1%)
75 Years and over73 (10.3%)185 (13.8%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Michigan City: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years150 (5.7%)7 (0.3%)
18 to 34 Years163 (4.5%)79 (2.4%)
35 to 64 Years369 (7.9%)333 (6.0%)
65 to 74 Years26 (1.8%)137 (8.0%)
75 Years and over32 (4.5%)200 (14.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Michigan City: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years101 (2.8%)12 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years335 (7.2%)602 (10.9%)
65 to 74 Years189 (13.0%)347 (20.4%)
75 Years and over154 (21.7%)370 (27.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Michigan City: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years95 (2.6%)1 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years163 (3.5%)222 (4.0%)
65 to 74 Years13 (0.9%)68 (4.0%)
75 Years and over18 (2.5%)82 (6.1%)

Technology Access in Michigan City

Computing Device Access in Michigan City

Computing Device Access in Michigan City
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop8,52668.7%
Smartphone10,08981.3%
Tablet6,18649.8%
No Computing Device1,1459.2%
Total12,408100.0%

Internet Access in Michigan City

Internet Access in Michigan City
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet110.1%
Broadband Home8,79870.9%
Cellular Data Only1,2159.8%
Satellite Internet5234.2%
No Internet2,11817.1%
Total12,408100.0%

Michigan City Summary

Michigan City is a city in LaPorte County, Indiana, United States. It is located in the extreme northwest corner of the state, near the southern shore of Lake Michigan. The population was 31,479 at the 2010 census, making it the largest city in LaPorte County. Michigan City is noted for both its proximity to the Indiana Dunes National Park and for bordering Lake Michigan.

History

The area was originally inhabited by the Potawatomi Indians, who had a trading post in the area. The first non-indigenous settler in the area was William Burnett, who arrived in 1834. The town was platted in 1836 and was named after the nearby Michigan Road, which was the main route from Detroit to Chicago at the time.
Michigan City was incorporated as a town in 1836 and as a city in 1858. The city grew rapidly in the late 19th century, due to the development of the nearby Indiana Dunes and the construction of the Michigan Central Railroad. The city was a popular destination for tourists, and it became a major port for the Great Lakes region.
In the early 20th century, Michigan City became a major industrial center, with several steel mills and other factories. The city also became a major shipping port, with the construction of the Indiana Harbor and Ship Canal in the 1920s.

Geography

Michigan City is located at 41°42′N 86°53′W (41.7, -86.88). According to the 2010 census, the city has a total area of 22.855 square miles (59.2 km2), of which 21.59 square miles (55.9 km2) (or 94.7%) is land and 1.265 square miles (3.3 km2) (or 5.5%) is water.
The city is located on the southern shore of Lake Michigan, and is bordered by the Indiana Dunes National Park to the north. The city is also located near the Indiana-Illinois border, and is about 50 miles (80 km) east of Chicago.

Economy

Michigan City is a major industrial center, with several steel mills and other factories located in the city. The city is also a major shipping port, with the Indiana Harbor and Ship Canal providing access to the Great Lakes.
The city is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Indiana Dunes National Park, the Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets, and the Washington Park Zoo.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 31,479 people, 12,890 households, and 7,845 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,445.2 people per square mile (558.9/km2). There were 14,717 housing units at an average density of 683.3 per square mile (263.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 79.2% White, 11.2% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 5.2% from other races, and 3.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.3% of the population.
There were 12,890 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 40.2% were married couples living together, 15.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.7% were non-families. 32.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 3.03.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 9.2% from 18 to 24, 28.7% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 15.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $35,902, and the median income for a family was $43,941. Males had a median income of $35,902 versus $25,865 for females. The per capita income for the city was $19,845. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 20.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Michigan City?
Total Population of Michigan City is 31,983.
What is the Total Male Population of Michigan City?
Total Male Population of Michigan City is 16,637.
What is the Total Female Population of Michigan City?
Total Female Population of Michigan City is 15,346.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Michigan City?
There are 108.41 Males per 100 Females in Michigan City.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Michigan City?
There are 92.24 Females per 100 Males in Michigan City.
What is the Median Population Age in Michigan City?
Median Population Age in Michigan City is 38.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Michigan City
Average Family Size in Michigan City is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Michigan City
Average Household Size in Michigan City is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Michigan City?
Per Capita income in Michigan City is $27,120.
What is the Median Family Income in Michigan City?
Median Family Income in Michigan City is $68,608.
What is the Median Household income in Michigan City?
Median Household Income in Michigan City is $51,554.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Michigan City?
Income or Wage Gap in Michigan City is 21.9%.
Women in Michigan City earn 78.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Michigan City?
Family Income Deficit in Michigan City is $14,384.
Families that are below poverty line in Michigan City earn $14,384 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Michigan City?
Inequality or Gini Index in Michigan City is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Michigan City?
There are 14,002 People in the Labor Forcein in Michigan City.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Michigan City?
54.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Michigan City.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Michigan City?
Unemployment Rate in Michigan City is 7.1%.