Mishawaka, IN
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Mishawaka Overview
50,899
TOTAL POPULATION
25,765
MALE POPULATION
25,134
FEMALE POPULATION
102.51
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.55
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,672
PER CAPITA INCOME
$70,434
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$51,543
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
23.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
76.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,618
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
27,582
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
66.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Mishawaka Area Codes
Race in Mishawaka
The most populous races in Mishawaka are White / Caucasian (40,571 | 79.7%), Black / African American (4,373 | 8.6%), and Two or more Races (3,756 | 7.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 1,279 | 2.5% |
| Black / African American | 4,373 | 8.6% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 22 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3,149 | 6.2% |
| Native / Alaskan | 90 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 40,571 | 79.7% |
| Two or more Races | 3,756 | 7.4% |
| Some other Race | 808 | 1.6% |
| Total | 50,899 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Mishawaka
The most populous ancestries reported in Mishawaka are German (10,662 | 20.9%), Irish (6,411 | 12.6%), English (4,871 | 9.6%), Polish (3,111 | 6.1%), and Italian (2,559 | 5.0%), together accounting for 54.3% of all Mishawaka residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 570 | 1.1% |
| American | 2,017 | 4.0% |
| Arab | 391 | 0.8% |
| Argentinean | 31 | 0.1% |
| Armenian | 38 | 0.1% |
| Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac | 70 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 177 | 0.4% |
| Belgian | 931 | 1.8% |
| Bhutanese | 32 | 0.1% |
| Brazilian | 36 | 0.1% |
| British | 217 | 0.4% |
| Bulgarian | 44 | 0.1% |
| Burmese | 65 | 0.1% |
| Cambodian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 91 | 0.2% |
| Central American | 47 | 0.1% |
| Central American Indian | 35 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 286 | 0.6% |
| Chippewa | 16 | 0.0% |
| Choctaw | 21 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 19 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 55 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 39 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 204 | 0.4% |
| Czechoslovakian | 44 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 54 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 1,126 | 2.2% |
| Eastern European | 190 | 0.4% |
| Ecuadorian | 67 | 0.1% |
| Egyptian | 16 | 0.0% |
| English | 4,871 | 9.6% |
| European | 1,030 | 2.0% |
| Finnish | 50 | 0.1% |
| French | 940 | 1.8% |
| French American Indian | 12 | 0.0% |
| French Canadian | 150 | 0.3% |
| German | 10,662 | 20.9% |
| Ghanaian | 24 | 0.1% |
| Greek | 204 | 0.4% |
| Guatemalan | 14 | 0.0% |
| Haitian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 1,108 | 2.2% |
| Icelander | 8 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 574 | 1.1% |
| Indonesian | 94 | 0.2% |
| Irish | 6,411 | 12.6% |
| Iroquois | 19 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 2,559 | 5.0% |
| Jamaican | 24 | 0.1% |
| Japanese | 10 | 0.0% |
| Jordanian | 18 | 0.0% |
| Kenyan | 118 | 0.2% |
| Korean | 143 | 0.3% |
| Latvian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 109 | 0.2% |
| Lithuanian | 50 | 0.1% |
| Luxembourger | 22 | 0.0% |
| Macedonian | 19 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 1,974 | 3.9% |
| Mexican American Indian | 41 | 0.1% |
| Native Hawaiian | 21 | 0.0% |
| Nigerian | 30 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 68 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 181 | 0.4% |
| Osage | 36 | 0.1% |
| Pakistani | 29 | 0.1% |
| Pennsylvania German | 52 | 0.1% |
| Peruvian | 81 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 3,111 | 6.1% |
| Portuguese | 62 | 0.1% |
| Potawatomi | 4 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 252 | 0.5% |
| Romanian | 111 | 0.2% |
| Russian | 536 | 1.1% |
| Salvadoran | 33 | 0.1% |
| Samoan | 17 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian | 172 | 0.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 494 | 1.0% |
| Scottish | 1,031 | 2.0% |
| Serbian | 120 | 0.2% |
| Sioux | 96 | 0.2% |
| Slavic | 39 | 0.1% |
| Slovak | 32 | 0.1% |
| Slovene | 40 | 0.1% |
| South American | 682 | 1.3% |
| Spanish | 38 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 226 | 0.4% |
| Subsaharan African | 858 | 1.7% |
| Swedish | 376 | 0.7% |
| Swiss | 299 | 0.6% |
| Syrian | 141 | 0.3% |
| Thai | 234 | 0.5% |
| Turkish | 10 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 67 | 0.1% |
| Venezuelan | 484 | 0.9% |
| Vietnamese | 45 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 418 | 0.8% |
| Yugoslavian | 95 | 0.2% | View All 98 Rows |
Immigrants in Mishawaka
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Mishawaka came from Asia (1,241 | 2.4%), Latin America (624 | 1.2%), Africa (590 | 1.2%), South America (462 | 0.9%), and Eastern Asia (439 | 0.9%), together accounting for 6.6% of all Mishawaka residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 590 | 1.2% |
| Argentina | 31 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 1,241 | 2.4% |
| Bangladesh | 55 | 0.1% |
| Belgium | 6 | 0.0% |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 22 | 0.0% |
| Brazil | 28 | 0.1% |
| Bulgaria | 36 | 0.1% |
| Cambodia | 1 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 111 | 0.2% |
| Caribbean | 25 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 137 | 0.3% |
| China | 384 | 0.7% |
| Colombia | 13 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 374 | 0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 439 | 0.9% |
| Eastern Europe | 138 | 0.3% |
| Ecuador | 49 | 0.1% |
| Egypt | 7 | 0.0% |
| England | 9 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 337 | 0.7% |
| France | 46 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 53 | 0.1% |
| Ghana | 32 | 0.1% |
| Greece | 47 | 0.1% |
| Haiti | 1 | 0.0% |
| Hong Kong | 31 | 0.1% |
| India | 203 | 0.4% |
| Indonesia | 9 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 24 | 0.1% |
| Japan | 7 | 0.0% |
| Jordan | 18 | 0.0% |
| Kenya | 176 | 0.4% |
| Korea | 48 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 624 | 1.2% |
| Lebanon | 10 | 0.0% |
| Mexico | 137 | 0.3% |
| Middle Africa | 99 | 0.2% |
| Northern Africa | 7 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 46 | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 19 | 0.0% |
| Pakistan | 58 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 98 | 0.2% |
| Poland | 38 | 0.1% |
| Romania | 21 | 0.0% |
| South Africa | 24 | 0.1% |
| South America | 462 | 0.9% |
| South Central Asia | 348 | 0.7% |
| South Eastern Asia | 416 | 0.8% |
| Southern Europe | 48 | 0.1% |
| Spain | 1 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lanka | 32 | 0.1% |
| Thailand | 34 | 0.1% |
| Turkey | 10 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 21 | 0.0% |
| Venezuela | 341 | 0.7% |
| Vietnam | 180 | 0.4% |
| Western Africa | 32 | 0.1% |
| Western Asia | 38 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 105 | 0.2% |
| Zaire | 99 | 0.2% | View All 61 Rows |
Sex and Age in Mishawaka
Sex and Age in Mishawaka
The most populous age groups in Mishawaka are 25 to 29 Years (2,761 | 10.7%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (2,252 | 9.0%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 2,042 (7.9%) | 1,254 (5.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,387 (5.4%) | 1,434 (5.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,402 (5.4%) | 1,318 (5.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,804 (7.0%) | 1,244 (5.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,897 (7.4%) | 2,197 (8.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 2,761 (10.7%) | 2,252 (9.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 2,508 (9.7%) | 1,552 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,760 (6.8%) | 1,702 (6.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 1,449 (5.6%) | 1,283 (5.1%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,175 (4.6%) | 1,239 (4.9%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 1,164 (4.5%) | 1,372 (5.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,332 (5.2%) | 1,674 (6.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,419 (5.5%) | 1,790 (7.1%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 1,091 (4.2%) | 1,420 (5.7%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 958 (3.7%) | 1,238 (4.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 788 (3.1%) | 850 (3.4%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 436 (1.7%) | 663 (2.6%) |
| 85 Years and over | 392 (1.5%) | 652 (2.6%) |
| Total | 25,765 (100.0%) | 25,134 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Mishawaka
Median Family Size in Mishawaka
The median family size in Mishawaka is 3.02 persons per family, with single female/mother families (2,747 | 24.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.25 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (1,103 | 9.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.62 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 7,589 (66.3%) | 2.99 |
| Single Male/Father | 1,103 (9.6%) | 2.62 |
| Single Female/Mother | 2,747 (24.0%) | 3.25 |
| Total Families | 11,439 (100.0%) | 3.02 |
Median Household Size in Mishawaka
The median household size in Mishawaka is 2.15 persons per household, with single female/mother households (2,747 | 11.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.58 persons per household. non-family households (11,752 | 50.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.15 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 7,589 (32.7%) | 3.01 |
| Single Male/Father | 1,103 (4.8%) | 3.29 |
| Single Female/Mother | 2,747 (11.8%) | 3.58 |
| Non-family | 11,752 (50.7%) | 1.15 |
| Total Households | 23,191 (100.0%) | 2.15 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Mishawaka
Out of a total of 23,191 households in Mishawaka, 11,439 (49.3%) are family households, while 11,752 (50.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 5,249, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 10,402.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 10,402 (44.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 5,249 (22.6%) | 1,164 (5.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 2,366 (10.2%) | 110 (0.5%) |
| 4-Person Households | 2,378 (10.2%) | 36 (0.2%) |
| 5-Person Households | 935 (4.0%) | 31 (0.1%) |
| 6-Person Households | 284 (1.2%) | 9 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 227 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 11,439 (49.3%) | 11,752 (50.7%) |
Female Fertility in Mishawaka
Fertility by Age in Mishawaka
Average fertility rate in Mishawaka is 82.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 128.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 80.2% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 24 (2.5%) | 19.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 769 (80.2%) | 128.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 166 (17.3%) | 37.0 |
| Total | 959 (100.0%) | 82.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mishawaka
48.3% of women with births (959) in Mishawaka are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 56.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 15 to 19 years age bracket with 16.7% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 20 (83.3%) | 4 (16.7%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 370 (48.1%) | 399 (51.9%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 73 (44.0%) | 93 (56.0%) |
| Total | 463 (48.3%) | 496 (51.7%) |
Fertility by Education in Mishawaka
Average fertility rate in Mishawaka is 82.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 107.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 23.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 45.1% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 28 (2.9%) | 23.0 |
| High School Diploma | 311 (32.4%) | 107.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 432 (45.1%) | 101.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 148 (15.4%) | 68.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 40 (4.2%) | 35.0 |
| Total | 959 (100.0%) | 82.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mishawaka
51.7% of women with births in Mishawaka 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 less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 54 (17.4%) | 257 (82.6%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 240 (55.6%) | 192 (44.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 129 (87.2%) | 19 (12.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 40 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 463 (48.3%) | 496 (51.7%) |
Income in Mishawaka
Income Overview in Mishawaka
Per Capita Income in Mishawaka is $31,672, while median incomes of families and households are $70,434 and $51,543 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 50,899 | $31,672 |
| Median Family Income | 11,439 | $70,434 |
| Mean Family Income | 11,439 | $87,730 |
| Median Household Income | 23,191 | $51,543 |
| Mean Household Income | 23,191 | $68,087 |
| Income Deficit | 11,439 | $9,618 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 50,899 | 23.70% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 50,899 | 76.30¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 50,899 | 0.44 |
Earnings by Sex in Mishawaka
Average Earnings in Mishawaka are $36,200, $41,141 for men and $31,390 for women, a difference of 23.7%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 15,018 (52.7%) | $41,141 |
| Female | 13,471 (47.3%) | $31,390 |
| Total | 28,489 (100.0%) | $36,200 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mishawaka
The most common earnings brackets in Mishawaka are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (1,446 | 9.6%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (1,155 | 8.6%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 542 (3.6%) | 855 (6.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 697 (4.6%) | 610 (4.5%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 515 (3.4%) | 362 (2.7%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 251 (1.7%) | 408 (3.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 515 (3.4%) | 646 (4.8%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 434 (2.9%) | 442 (3.3%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 363 (2.4%) | 676 (5.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 300 (2.0%) | 435 (3.2%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 459 (3.1%) | 346 (2.6%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 446 (3.0%) | 676 (5.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 651 (4.3%) | 991 (7.4%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 1,004 (6.7%) | 1,155 (8.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 1,027 (6.8%) | 1,045 (7.8%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 1,055 (7.0%) | 974 (7.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 1,058 (7.0%) | 883 (6.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 837 (5.6%) | 578 (4.3%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 1,151 (7.7%) | 709 (5.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 1,107 (7.4%) | 540 (4.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,446 (9.6%) | 584 (4.3%) |
| $100,000+ | 1,160 (7.7%) | 556 (4.1%) |
| Total | 15,018 (100.0%) | 13,471 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mishawaka
Average earnings in Mishawaka are $45,813 for men and $34,857 for women, a difference of 23.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $67,940, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $37,500. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $60,075, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $28,346.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $37,500 | $28,409 |
| High School Diploma | $37,827 | $28,346 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $48,917 | $34,801 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $47,972 | $40,111 |
| Graduate Degree | $67,940 | $60,075 |
| Total | $45,813 | $34,857 |
Family Income in Mishawaka
Family Income Brackets in Mishawaka
According to the Mishawaka family income data, there are 2,722 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.8% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 275 families (2.4%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 343 | 3.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 275 | 2.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 881 | 7.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 755 | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,327 | 11.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,722 | 23.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,059 | 18.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,784 | 15.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 641 | 5.6% |
| $200,000+ | 652 | 5.7% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mishawaka
5-person families (658 | 5.8%) account for the highest median family income in Mishawaka with $79,490 per family, while 2-person families (5,854 | 51.2%) have the highest median income of $31,975 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 5,854 (51.2%) | $63,950 |
| 3-Person Families | 2,406 (21.0%) | $67,012 |
| 4-Person Families | 2,071 (18.1%) | $79,031 |
| 5-Person Families | 658 (5.8%) | $79,490 |
| 6-Person Families | 240 (2.1%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 210 (1.8%) | $0 |
| Total | 11,439 (100.0%) | $70,434 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Mishawaka
The median family income in Mishawaka is $70,434, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,362) having the highest median family income of $95,784, while families with no earners (1,432) have the lowest median family income of $40,313, accounting for 11.9% and 12.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,432 (12.5%) | $40,313 |
| 1 Earner | 3,785 (33.1%) | $53,102 |
| 2 Earners | 4,860 (42.5%) | $83,619 |
| 3+ Earners | 1,362 (11.9%) | $95,784 |
| Total | 11,439 (100.0%) | $70,434 |
Household Income in Mishawaka
Household Income Brackets in Mishawaka
With 4,638 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Mishawaka, accounting for 20.0% of all households. In contrast, only 765 households (3.3%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 1,044 | 4.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1,322 | 5.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 2,852 | 12.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 2,412 | 10.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 3,711 | 16.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,638 | 20.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,015 | 13.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,528 | 10.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 881 | 3.8% |
| $200,000+ | 765 | 3.3% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Mishawaka
The median household income in Mishawaka is $51,543, with the highest median household income of $65,200 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 7,158 households (30.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $35,064, with 6,141 households (26.5%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 1,468 (6.3%) | $45,694 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 8,424 (36.3%) | $58,449 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 7,158 (30.9%) | $65,200 |
| 65+ Years | 6,141 (26.5%) | $35,064 |
| Total | 23,191 (100.0%) | $51,543 |
Poverty in Mishawaka
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mishawaka
With 15.2% poverty level for males and 15.4% for females among the residents of Mishawaka, under 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 849 males (42.6%) and 125 females (39.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 849 (42.6%) | 331 (29.4%) |
| 5 Years | 47 (16.4%) | 125 (39.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 194 (13.2%) | 401 (25.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 96 (10.8%) | 82 (12.1%) |
| 15 Years | 10 (2.4%) | 47 (16.6%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 66 (12.3%) | 97 (27.6%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 439 (17.8%) | 607 (24.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 989 (18.8%) | 487 (12.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 279 (8.7%) | 417 (14.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 241 (10.3%) | 350 (13.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 226 (8.2%) | 325 (9.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 184 (9.2%) | 208 (8.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 220 (14.0%) | 274 (13.4%) |
| Total | 3,840 (15.2%) | 3,751 (15.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mishawaka
According to the poverty statistics in Mishawaka, males aged 15 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 97.7% of males and 92.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,145 (57.4%) | 793 (70.6%) |
| 5 Years | 240 (83.6%) | 190 (60.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,277 (86.8%) | 1,186 (74.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 791 (89.2%) | 597 (87.9%) |
| 15 Years | 415 (97.7%) | 236 (83.4%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 469 (87.7%) | 255 (72.4%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 2,022 (82.2%) | 1,877 (75.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 4,276 (81.2%) | 3,310 (87.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,926 (91.3%) | 2,568 (86.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,089 (89.7%) | 2,241 (86.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,525 (91.8%) | 3,115 (90.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,822 (90.8%) | 2,387 (92.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,348 (86.0%) | 1,776 (86.6%) |
| Total | 21,345 (84.8%) | 20,531 (84.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mishawaka
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Mishawaka show that 3.7% or 281 of the total 7,589 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 7.7%, comprising of 46 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 4,628 (96.6%) | 162 (3.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 2,113 (96.7%) | 73 (3.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 548 (92.3%) | 46 (7.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,308 (96.3%) | 281 (3.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mishawaka
According to the poverty data in Mishawaka, 18.4% or 203 single-father households and 29.6% or 812 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 185 households (31.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 151 households (56.6%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 8 (2.0%) | 117 (13.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 185 (31.2%) | 544 (33.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 10 (8.6%) | 151 (56.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 203 (18.4%) | 812 (29.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Mishawaka
The poverty data for Mishawaka shows that 281 of the married-couple family households (3.7%) and 1,015 of the single-parent households (26.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 46 households (7.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 161 household (41.9%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 162 (3.4%) | 125 (10.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 73 (3.3%) | 729 (32.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 46 (7.7%) | 161 (41.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 281 (3.7%) | 1,015 (26.4%) |
Employment Characteristics in Mishawaka
Employment by Class of Employer in Mishawaka
Among the 25,178 employed individuals in Mishawaka, private company employees (18,050 | 71.7%), not-for-profit organizations (3,460 | 13.7%), and local government employees (1,569 | 6.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 18,050 | 71.7% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 529 | 2.1% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 637 | 2.5% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 3,460 | 13.7% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,569 | 6.2% |
| State Government Employees | 511 | 2.0% |
| Federal Government Employees | 415 | 1.7% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 7 | 0.0% |
| Total | 25,178 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Mishawaka
According to the labor force statistics for Mishawaka, out of the total population over 16 years of age (41,353), 66.7% or 27,582 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.9% or 1,903 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 87.3% or 4,376 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 35.4% or 445 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 1,258 (53.8%) | 445 (35.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 3,222 (78.7%) | 354 (11.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 4,376 (87.3%) | 586 (13.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 3,390 (83.5%) | 115 (3.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 5,215 (84.2%) | 110 (2.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 4,193 (84.7%) | 96 (2.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 2,351 (78.2%) | 106 (4.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,945 (60.6%) | 10 (0.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,346 (28.6%) | 65 (4.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 306 (8.1%) | 25 (8.2%) |
| Total | 27,582 (66.7%) | 1,903 (6.9%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mishawaka
According to labor force statistics for Mishawaka, 81.2% of individuals (21,463) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (26,432) are in the labor force, with 4.8% or 1,030 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 85.5% or 6,360 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 25.0% or 366 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,466 (64.2%) | 571 (25.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 6,338 (78.3%) | 510 (6.3%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 7,306 (84.8%) | 190 (2.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 6,360 (85.5%) | 112 (1.5%) |
| Total | 21,463 (81.2%) | 1,269 (4.8%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Mishawaka
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mishawaka are Community & Social Service (2,624 | 10.2%), Management (2,255 | 8.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,729 | 6.7%), Education Instruction & Library (1,718 | 6.7%), and Business & Financial (1,259 | 4.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mishawaka, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (87.6%), Computers, Engineering & Science (81.9%), and Computers & Mathematics (79.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (81.7%), and Health Technologists (80.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 1,302 (57.7%) | 953 (42.3%) |
| Business & Financial | 552 (43.8%) | 707 (56.2%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 908 (81.9%) | 201 (18.1%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 297 (79.4%) | 77 (20.6%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 424 (87.6%) | 60 (12.4%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 187 (74.5%) | 64 (25.5%) |
| Community & Social Service | 1,069 (40.7%) | 1,555 (59.3%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 290 (57.9%) | 211 (42.1%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 47 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 627 (36.5%) | 1,091 (63.5%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 152 (42.5%) | 206 (57.5%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 316 (18.3%) | 1,413 (81.7%) |
| Health Technologists | 171 (19.9%) | 688 (80.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 4,147 (46.2%) | 4,829 (53.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 13,629 (53.1%) | 12,056 (46.9%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Mishawaka are Food Preparation & Serving (1,492 | 5.8%), Healthcare Support (1,104 | 4.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (696 | 2.7%), Personal Care & Service (680 | 2.6%), and Security & Protection (489 | 1.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Mishawaka, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (83.3%), Security & Protection (77.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (71.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (85.2%), Personal Care & Service (59.7%), and Food Preparation & Serving (52.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 163 (14.8%) | 941 (85.2%) |
| Security & Protection | 379 (77.5%) | 110 (22.5%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 170 (71.4%) | 68 (28.6%) |
| Law Enforcement | 209 (83.3%) | 42 (16.7%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 705 (47.2%) | 787 (52.7%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 425 (61.1%) | 271 (38.9%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 274 (40.3%) | 406 (59.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,946 (43.6%) | 2,515 (56.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 13,629 (53.1%) | 12,056 (46.9%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Mishawaka are Office & Administration (3,202 | 12.5%), and Sales & Related (2,447 | 9.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 1,392 (56.9%) | 1,055 (43.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 740 (23.1%) | 2,462 (76.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,132 (37.7%) | 3,517 (62.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 13,629 (53.1%) | 12,056 (46.9%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Mishawaka are Construction & Extraction (652 | 2.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (645 | 2.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (17 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 574 (88.0%) | 78 (12.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 587 (91.0%) | 58 (9.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,178 (89.6%) | 136 (10.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 13,629 (53.1%) | 12,056 (46.9%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Mishawaka are Production (3,200 | 12.5%), Material Moving (1,089 | 4.2%), and Transportation (996 | 3.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 2,512 (78.5%) | 688 (21.5%) |
| Transportation | 867 (87.1%) | 129 (13.0%) |
| Material Moving | 847 (77.8%) | 242 (22.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 4,226 (80.0%) | 1,059 (20.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 13,629 (53.1%) | 12,056 (46.9%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Mishawaka
Employment Industries in Mishawaka
The major employment industries in Mishawaka include Manufacturing (4,902 | 19.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (4,194 | 16.3%), Retail Trade (2,771 | 10.8%), Educational Services (2,577 | 10.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (1,699 | 6.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Mishawaka
The Mishawaka industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (87.1%), and Utilities (80.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (82.8%), Finance & Insurance (67.8%), and Information (64.4%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 727 (87.1%) | 108 (12.9%) |
| Manufacturing | 3,819 (77.9%) | 1,083 (22.1%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 562 (77.4%) | 164 (22.6%) |
| Retail Trade | 1,560 (56.3%) | 1,211 (43.7%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 723 (71.9%) | 282 (28.1%) |
| Utilities | 257 (80.1%) | 64 (19.9%) |
| Information | 142 (35.6%) | 257 (64.4%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 341 (32.2%) | 719 (67.8%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 150 (44.3%) | 189 (55.7%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 766 (68.5%) | 352 (31.5%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 509 (49.2%) | 525 (50.8%) |
| Educational Services | 1,035 (40.2%) | 1,542 (59.8%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 723 (17.2%) | 3,471 (82.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 295 (53.1%) | 260 (46.9%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 773 (45.5%) | 926 (54.5%) |
| Public Administration | 468 (51.2%) | 446 (48.8%) |
| Total | 13,629 (53.1%) | 12,056 (46.9%) |
Education in Mishawaka
School Enrollment in Mishawaka
The most common levels of schooling among the 10,955 students in Mishawaka are elementary school (2,368 | 21.6%), college / undergraduate (2,210 | 20.2%), and high school (2,158 | 19.7%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 907 | 8.3% |
| Kindergarten | 533 | 4.9% |
| Elementary School | 2,368 | 21.6% |
| Middle School | 2,115 | 19.3% |
| High School | 2,158 | 19.7% |
| College / Undergraduate | 2,210 | 20.2% |
| Graduate / Professional | 664 | 6.1% |
| Total | 10,955 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mishawaka
Out of a total of 10,955 students who are enrolled in schools in Mishawaka, 2,881 (26.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 8,074 (73.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 173 (49.9% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1,427 (89.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 632 (84.6%) | 115 (15.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,857 (70.3%) | 784 (29.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 2,247 (83.9%) | 430 (16.1%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,427 (89.7%) | 164 (10.3%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 663 (71.1%) | 270 (28.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 595 (50.4%) | 586 (49.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 482 (57.5%) | 356 (42.5%) |
| 35 Years and over | 174 (50.1%) | 173 (49.9%) |
| Total | 8,074 (73.7%) | 2,881 (26.3%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mishawaka
Business (1,831 | 18.5%), education (1,166 | 11.8%), science & technology (1,105 | 11.2%), engineering (901 | 9.1%), and liberal arts & history (774 | 7.8%) are the most common fields of study among 9,904 individuals in Mishawaka who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 415 | 4.2% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 410 | 4.1% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 323 | 3.3% |
| Psychology | 530 | 5.3% |
| Social Sciences | 483 | 4.9% |
| Engineering | 901 | 9.1% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 30 | 0.3% |
| Science & Technology | 1,105 | 11.2% |
| Business | 1,831 | 18.5% |
| Education | 1,166 | 11.8% |
| Literature & Languages | 415 | 4.2% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 774 | 7.8% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 533 | 5.4% |
| Communications | 436 | 4.4% |
| Arts & Humanities | 552 | 5.6% |
| Total | 9,904 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Mishawaka
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mishawaka
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Mishawaka are males with 2 vehicles (5,813, accounting for 43.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (4,907, making up 50.0%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 266 (2.0%) | 217 (1.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 3,857 (29.1%) | 4,143 (35.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 5,813 (43.8%) | 4,907 (42.2%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 2,274 (17.2%) | 1,681 (14.4%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 673 (5.1%) | 496 (4.3%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 378 (2.9%) | 186 (1.6%) |
| Total | 13,261 (100.0%) | 11,630 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Mishawaka
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Mishawaka are 20 to 24 minutes (5,034 commuters, 21.3%), 15 to 19 minutes (4,770 commuters, 20.2%), and 10 to 14 minutes (3,993 commuters, 16.9%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 497 | 2.1% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,228 | 9.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 3,993 | 16.9% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 4,770 | 20.2% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 5,034 | 21.3% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 1,455 | 6.2% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 3,197 | 13.5% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 518 | 2.2% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 331 | 1.4% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 780 | 3.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 449 | 1.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 384 | 1.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Mishawaka
The most common commute times in Mishawaka are 20 to 24 minutes (3,073 commuters, 23.9%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (2,489 commuters, 23.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 262 (2.0%) | 235 (2.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,104 (8.6%) | 1,124 (10.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,853 (14.4%) | 2,140 (19.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2,281 (17.8%) | 2,489 (23.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 3,073 (23.9%) | 1,961 (18.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 741 (5.8%) | 714 (6.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,837 (14.3%) | 1,360 (12.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 319 (2.5%) | 199 (1.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 247 (1.9%) | 84 (0.8%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 613 (4.8%) | 167 (1.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 240 (1.9%) | 209 (1.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 267 (2.1%) | 117 (1.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mishawaka
The most frequent times of departure to work in Mishawaka are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,509, 11.8%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (2,020, 18.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 1,009 (7.9%) | 448 (4.2%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 551 (4.3%) | 210 (1.9%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 1,342 (10.4%) | 254 (2.4%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1,146 (8.9%) | 722 (6.7%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 1,102 (8.6%) | 1,023 (9.5%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,509 (11.8%) | 1,545 (14.3%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 1,398 (10.9%) | 2,020 (18.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 1,009 (7.9%) | 1,266 (11.7%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 572 (4.5%) | 727 (6.7%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 1,003 (7.8%) | 438 (4.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 264 (2.1%) | 240 (2.2%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 117 (0.9%) | 70 (0.6%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 897 (7.0%) | 1,058 (9.8%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 918 (7.1%) | 778 (7.2%) |
| Total | 12,837 (100.0%) | 10,799 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Mishawaka
Occupancy by Ownership in Mishawaka
Of the total 23,191 dwellings in Mishawaka, owner-occupied units account for 11,216 (48.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 11,975 (51.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 11,216 | 48.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 11,975 | 51.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 23,191 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Mishawaka
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 10,402 | 44.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 6,413 | 27.7% |
| 3-Person Household | 2,476 | 10.7% |
| 4+ Person Household | 3,900 | 16.8% |
| Total Housing Units | 23,191 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mishawaka
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 3,752 (36.1%) | 6,650 (63.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 3,664 (57.1%) | 2,749 (42.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,531 (61.8%) | 945 (38.2%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,269 (58.2%) | 1,631 (41.8%) |
| Total Housing Units | 11,216 (48.4%) | 11,975 (51.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mishawaka
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 636 (41.9%) | 880 (58.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,470 (48.2%) | 3,728 (51.8%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 3,646 (46.9%) | 4,132 (53.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 3,464 (51.7%) | 3,235 (48.3%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mishawaka
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 6,037 | 26.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,855 | 16.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,142 | 13.6% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 4,016 | 17.3% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,303 | 14.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 2,077 | 9.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 761 | 3.3% |
| Total | 23,191 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Mishawaka
Median Income by Occupancy in Mishawaka
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 11,216 (48.4%) | $67,910 |
| Renter-Occupied | 11,975 (51.6%) | $39,755 |
| Average | 23,191 (100.0%) | $51,543 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mishawaka
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 197 (1.8%) | 515 (4.3%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 81 (0.7%) | 239 (2.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 529 (4.7%) | 801 (6.7%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 338 (3.0%) | 980 (8.2%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 323 (2.9%) | 1,213 (10.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 995 (8.9%) | 1,426 (11.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,586 (14.1%) | 2,130 (17.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,136 (19.0%) | 2,505 (20.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,873 (16.7%) | 1,146 (9.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,953 (17.4%) | 583 (4.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,205 (10.7%) | 437 (3.6%) |
| Total | 11,216 (100.0%) | 11,975 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mishawaka
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 729 (6.5%) | 131 (1.1%) |
| $300 to $499 | 2,018 (18.0%) | 722 (6.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 2,328 (20.8%) | 2,553 (21.3%) |
| $800 to $999 | 1,487 (13.3%) | 2,774 (23.2%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 3,043 (27.1%) | 4,345 (36.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,053 (9.4%) | 576 (4.8%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 200 (1.8%) | 431 (3.6%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 121 (1.1%) | 32 (0.3%) |
| $3,000 or more | 237 (2.1%) | 39 (0.3%) |
| Total | 11,216 (100.0%) | 11,975 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Mishawaka
Housing Structures in Mishawaka
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 12,224 | 52.7% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 1,470 | 6.3% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 403 | 1.7% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 1,558 | 6.7% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 2,473 | 10.7% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 4,360 | 18.8% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 703 | 3.0% |
| Total | 23,191 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mishawaka
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 9,990 (81.7%) | 2,234 (18.3%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 734 (49.9%) | 736 (50.1%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 403 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 73 (4.7%) | 1,485 (95.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 55 (2.2%) | 2,418 (97.8%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 44 (1.0%) | 4,316 (99.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 320 (45.5%) | 383 (54.5%) |
| Total | 11,216 (48.4%) | 11,975 (51.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mishawaka
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 400 (3.3%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 235 (2.1%) | 3,730 (31.1%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 3,722 (33.2%) | 5,494 (45.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 3,901 (34.8%) | 1,767 (14.8%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 3,358 (29.9%) | 584 (4.9%) |
| Total | 11,216 (100.0%) | 11,975 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mishawaka
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 9,848 (87.8%) | 7,906 (66.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 79 (0.7%) | 251 (2.1%) |
| Electricity | 1,275 (11.4%) | 3,524 (29.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 7 (0.1%) | 44 (0.4%) |
| No Fuel Used | 7 (0.1%) | 250 (2.1%) |
| Total | 11,216 (100.0%) | 11,975 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Mishawaka
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 348 (3.1%) | 1,358 (11.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 3,992 (35.6%) | 7,138 (59.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 4,517 (40.3%) | 3,078 (25.7%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,359 (21.0%) | 401 (3.4%) |
| Total | 11,216 (100.0%) | 11,975 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Mishawaka
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Mishawaka
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 3,941 | 7,275 |
| Median Property Value | $113,300 | $137,700 |
| Median Household Income | $44,534 | $985 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $422 | $237 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,057 | $317 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mishawaka
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 443 (11.2%) | 173 (2.4%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 1,190 (30.2%) | 1,618 (22.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 2,048 (52.0%) | 4,816 (66.2%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 196 (5.0%) | 377 (5.2%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 33 (0.8%) | 238 (3.3%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 31 (0.8%) | 47 (0.6%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (0.1%) |
| Total | 3,941 (100.0%) | 7,275 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mishawaka
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 143 (3.6%) | 135 (1.9%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 775 (19.7%) | 135 (1.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 452 (11.5%) | 415 (5.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 774 (19.6%) | 543 (7.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 639 (16.2%) | 812 (11.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 555 (14.1%) | 1,497 (20.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 383 (9.7%) | 1,318 (18.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 220 (5.6%) | 1,570 (21.6%) |
| Total | 3,941 (100.0%) | 7,275 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mishawaka
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,653 (41.9%) | 78,537 (1,079.6%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 658 (16.7%) | 3,771 (51.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 542 (13.8%) | 1,654 (22.7%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,078 (27.4%) | 944 (13.0%) |
| Total | 3,941 (100.0%) | 7,275 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mishawaka
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,250 (31.7%) | 21 (0.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,390 (35.3%) | 1,418 (19.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,189 (30.2%) | 2,585 (35.5%) |
| Total | 3,941 (100.0%) | 7,275 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Mishawaka
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mishawaka
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 3,736 (95.1%) | 192 (4.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 6,785 (95.8%) | 298 (4.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 4,639 (81.4%) | 1,058 (18.6%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 7,142 (86.0%) | 1,167 (14.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 5,258 (84.9%) | 932 (15.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 4,701 (95.5%) | 220 (4.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 5,800 (93.7%) | 391 (6.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4,584 (99.6%) | 17 (0.4%) |
| 75 Years and older | 3,618 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 46,263 (91.5%) | 4,275 (8.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mishawaka
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 3,736 (95.1%) | 192 (4.9%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 6,785 (95.8%) | 298 (4.2%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 4,639 (81.4%) | 1,058 (18.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mishawaka
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 6,872 (87.2%) | 1,013 (12.9%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 9,516 (87.9%) | 1,310 (12.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 9,072 (91.1%) | 890 (8.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 7,893 (93.9%) | 510 (6.1%) |
| $100,000 and over | 12,255 (95.8%) | 542 (4.2%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mishawaka
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 2,071 (52.7%) | 1,881 (47.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,710 (38.3%) | 4,595 (64.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 978 (17.2%) | 3,732 (65.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,891 (22.8%) | 5,520 (66.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,000 (16.2%) | 4,360 (70.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 909 (18.5%) | 3,898 (79.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,129 (18.2%) | 4,906 (79.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4,294 (93.3%) | 2,558 (55.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3,573 (98.8%) | 2,048 (56.6%) |
| Total | 18,555 (36.7%) | 33,498 (66.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mishawaka
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 250 (6.7%) | 222 (6.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 926 (11.6%) | 694 (10.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,332 (16.1%) | 1,628 (18.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 493 (24.6%) | 740 (28.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,001 (63.8%) | 1,009 (49.2%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Mishawaka
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (0.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 75 (0.9%) | 127 (1.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 293 (3.5%) | 432 (4.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 308 (15.3%) | 140 (5.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 637 (40.6%) | 519 (25.3%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 52 (1.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 155 (1.9%) | 194 (2.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 351 (4.2%) | 86 (0.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 138 (6.9%) | 157 (6.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 268 (17.1%) | 221 (10.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 232 (6.2%) | 88 (2.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 541 (6.8%) | 240 (3.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 498 (6.0%) | 589 (6.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 153 (7.6%) | 109 (4.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 274 (17.5%) | 267 (13.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 70 (2.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 266 (3.3%) | 232 (3.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 573 (6.9%) | 1,169 (13.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 266 (13.3%) | 455 (17.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 456 (29.1%) | 680 (33.2%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 72 (1.9%) | 19 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 170 (2.1%) | 37 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 202 (2.4%) | 244 (2.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 98 (4.9%) | 116 (4.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 218 (13.9%) | 205 (10.0%) |
Technology Access in Mishawaka
Computing Device Access in Mishawaka
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 16,941 | 73.1% |
| Smartphone | 19,884 | 85.7% |
| Tablet | 13,188 | 56.9% |
| No Computing Device | 1,763 | 7.6% |
| Total | 23,191 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Mishawaka
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 55 | 0.2% |
| Broadband Home | 16,454 | 71.0% |
| Cellular Data Only | 2,628 | 11.3% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,299 | 5.6% |
| No Internet | 3,415 | 14.7% |
| Total | 23,191 | 100.0% |
Mishawaka Summary
Mishawaka, Indiana is a city located in St. Joseph County, Indiana, United States. The city is situated on the St. Joseph River, approximately 12 miles east of South Bend and 25 miles west of Elkhart. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 48,252, making it the fourth largest city in Indiana.
History
Mishawaka was founded in 1833 by a group of settlers from New England. The city was named after the nearby Native American village of Mishawaka, which was located on the banks of the St. Joseph River. The city was incorporated in 1865 and has since grown to become a major industrial center in the region.
Geography
Mishawaka is located at 41°41'N 86°7'W (41.68, -86.12). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 16.2 square miles (41.8 km2), of which 15.9 square miles (41.2 km2) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.8 km2) is water.
Economy
Mishawaka is a major industrial center in the region, with a variety of manufacturing and service industries. The city is home to several large employers, including AM General, Honeywell, and Uniroyal. The city also has a thriving retail sector, with several large shopping malls and retail centers.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 48,252 people, 19,845 households, and 12,845 families residing in the city. The population density was 3,030.3 people per square mile (1,171.2/km2). There were 21,541 housing units at an average density of 1,346.2 per square mile (519.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 79.2% White, 11.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 1.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 5.2% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.3% of the population.
There were 19,845 households, out of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.2% were married couples living together, 14.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.7% were non-families. 30.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.3% 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 3.00.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 30.2% from 25 to 44, 22.3% from 45 to 64, and 14.6% 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 89.7 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $41,919, and the median income for a family was $51,890. Males had a median income of $38,945 versus $26,945 for females. The per capita income for the city was $20,945. About 6.7% of families and 8.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.3% of those under age 18 and 6.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Mishawaka?
Total Population of Mishawaka is 50,899.
What is the Total Male Population of Mishawaka?
Total Male Population of Mishawaka is 25,765.
What is the Total Female Population of Mishawaka?
Total Female Population of Mishawaka is 25,134.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Mishawaka?
There are 102.51 Males per 100 Females in Mishawaka.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Mishawaka?
There are 97.55 Females per 100 Males in Mishawaka.
What is the Median Population Age in Mishawaka?
Median Population Age in Mishawaka is 35.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Mishawaka
Average Family Size in Mishawaka is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Mishawaka
Average Household Size in Mishawaka is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Mishawaka?
Per Capita income in Mishawaka is $31,672.
What is the Median Family Income in Mishawaka?
Median Family Income in Mishawaka is $70,434.
What is the Median Household income in Mishawaka?
Median Household Income in Mishawaka is $51,543.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Mishawaka?
Income or Wage Gap in Mishawaka is 23.7%.
Women in Mishawaka earn 76.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Mishawaka?
Family Income Deficit in Mishawaka is $9,618.
Families that are below poverty line in Mishawaka earn $9,618 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Mishawaka?
Inequality or Gini Index in Mishawaka is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Mishawaka?
There are 27,582 People in the Labor Forcein in Mishawaka.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Mishawaka?
66.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Mishawaka.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Mishawaka?
Unemployment Rate in Mishawaka is 6.9%.