Monroe City, IN

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Monroe City Overview

867
TOTAL POPULATION
405
MALE POPULATION
462
FEMALE POPULATION
87.66
MALES / 100 FEMALES
114.07
FEMALES / 100 MALES
33.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,785
PER CAPITA INCOME
$68,421
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$54,375
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
24.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
75.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
391
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

Monroe City Zip Codes

Monroe City Area Codes

Race in Monroe City

The most populous races in Monroe City are White / Caucasian (855 | 98.6%), and Two or more Races (12 | 1.4%).
Race in Monroe City
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian85598.6%
Two or more Races121.4%
Some other Race00.0%
Total867100.0%

Ancestry in Monroe City

The most populous ancestries reported in Monroe City are German (447 | 51.6%), French (120 | 13.8%), English (101 | 11.7%), Irish (62 | 7.1%), and American (60 | 6.9%), together accounting for 91.1% of all Monroe City residents.
Ancestry in Monroe City
Ancestry# Population% Population
American606.9%
Arab20.2%
Belgian141.6%
Dutch30.4%
English10111.7%
European121.4%
French12013.8%
French Canadian20.2%
German44751.6%
Icelander10.1%
Irish627.1%
Northern European30.4%
Polish80.9%
Scotch-Irish20.2%
Scottish222.5%
Slovak50.6%
Swedish20.2%
Swiss151.7%
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Immigrants in Monroe City

Immigrants in Monroe City
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Monroe City

Sex and Age in Monroe City

The most populous age groups in Monroe City are 30 to 34 Years (81 | 20.0%) for men and 35 to 39 Years (70 | 15.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Monroe City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years44 (10.9%)19 (4.1%)
5 to 9 Years29 (7.2%)37 (8.0%)
10 to 14 Years26 (6.4%)68 (14.7%)
15 to 19 Years21 (5.2%)26 (5.6%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)14 (3.0%)
25 to 29 Years59 (14.6%)3 (0.6%)
30 to 34 Years81 (20.0%)25 (5.4%)
35 to 39 Years40 (9.9%)70 (15.1%)
40 to 44 Years19 (4.7%)28 (6.1%)
45 to 49 Years23 (5.7%)42 (9.1%)
50 to 54 Years15 (3.7%)16 (3.5%)
55 to 59 Years5 (1.2%)22 (4.8%)
60 to 64 Years14 (3.5%)25 (5.4%)
65 to 69 Years17 (4.2%)26 (5.6%)
70 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)2 (0.4%)
75 to 79 Years5 (1.2%)22 (4.8%)
80 to 84 Years7 (1.7%)10 (2.2%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)7 (1.5%)
Total405 (100.0%)462 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Monroe City

Median Family Size in Monroe City

The median family size in Monroe City is 3.07 persons per family, with single male/father families (6 | 2.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.67 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (56 | 24.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.41 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Monroe City
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple166 (72.8%)3.27
Single Male/Father6 (2.6%)3.67
Single Female/Mother56 (24.6%)2.41
Total Families228 (100.0%)3.07

Median Household Size in Monroe City

The median household size in Monroe City is 2.54 persons per household, with single male/father households (6 | 1.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.67 persons per household. non-family households (113 | 33.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.10 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Monroe City
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple166 (48.7%)3.35
Single Male/Father6 (1.8%)3.67
Single Female/Mother56 (16.4%)2.95
Non-family113 (33.1%)1.10
Total Households341 (100.0%)2.54

Household Size by Marriage Status in Monroe City

Out of a total of 341 households in Monroe City, 228 (66.9%) are family households, while 113 (33.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 102, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 103.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Monroe City
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-103 (30.2%)
2-Person Households102 (29.9%)8 (2.4%)
3-Person Households13 (3.8%)2 (0.6%)
4-Person Households94 (27.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households13 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households3 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households3 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total228 (66.9%)113 (33.1%)

Female Fertility in Monroe City

Fertility by Age in Monroe City

Average fertility rate in Monroe City is 82.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 405.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Monroe City
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years17 (100.0%)405.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total17 (100.0%)82.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Monroe City

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Monroe City
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Monroe City

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Monroe City
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree17 (100.0%)607.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total17 (100.0%)82.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Monroe City

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Monroe City
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)

Income in Monroe City

Income Overview in Monroe City

Per Capita Income in Monroe City is $27,785, while median incomes of families and households are $68,421 and $54,375 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income867$27,785
Median Family Income228$68,421
Mean Family Income228$72,786
Median Household Income341$54,375
Mean Household Income341$70,884
Income Deficit228$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)86724.55%
Wage / Income Gap ($)86775.45¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index8670.45

Earnings by Sex in Monroe City

Average Earnings in Monroe City are $43,882, $46,250 for men and $34,896 for women, a difference of 24.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Monroe City
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male191 (48.5%)$46,250
Female203 (51.5%)$34,896
Total394 (100.0%)$43,882

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Monroe City

The most common earnings brackets in Monroe City are $45,000 to $49,999 for men (39 | 20.4%) and $15,000 to $17,499 for women (44 | 21.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Monroe City
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)1 (0.5%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)4 (2.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4992 (1.1%)6 (3.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9996 (3.1%)7 (3.5%)
$10,000 to $12,49910 (5.2%)9 (4.4%)
$12,500 to $14,9995 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)44 (21.7%)
$17,500 to $19,9994 (2.1%)7 (3.5%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)4 (2.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)2 (1.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9992 (1.1%)6 (3.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9998 (4.2%)12 (5.9%)
$35,000 to $39,99918 (9.4%)17 (8.4%)
$40,000 to $44,99925 (13.1%)15 (7.4%)
$45,000 to $49,99939 (20.4%)32 (15.8%)
$50,000 to $54,9997 (3.7%)6 (3.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99915 (7.9%)5 (2.5%)
$65,000 to $74,99917 (8.9%)3 (1.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99919 (10.0%)20 (9.9%)
$100,000+14 (7.3%)3 (1.5%)
Total191 (100.0%)203 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Monroe City

Average earnings in Monroe City are $46,613 for men and $37,411 for women, a difference of 19.7%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $46,694, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $44,837. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $46,645, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $43,194.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Monroe City
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$46,694$0
College or Associate's Degree$44,837$43,194
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$46,613$37,411

Family Income in Monroe City

Family Income Brackets in Monroe City

According to the Monroe City family income data, there are 54 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.7% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Monroe City
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00031.3%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,9995122.4%
$25,000 to $34,99931.3%
$35,000 to $49,9993113.6%
$50,000 to $74,9993816.7%
$75,000 to $99,9995423.7%
$100,000 to $149,9994218.4%
$150,000 to $199,99931.3%
$200,000+31.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Monroe City

2-person families (105 | 46.1%) account for the highest median family income in Monroe City with $83,750 per family, while 2-person families (105 | 46.1%) have the highest median income of $41,875 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Monroe City
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families105 (46.1%)$83,750
3-Person Families27 (11.8%)$46,985
4-Person Families81 (35.5%)$0
5-Person Families12 (5.3%)$0
6-Person Families3 (1.3%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total228 (100.0%)$68,421

Family Income by Number of Earners in Monroe City

Family Income by Number of Earners in Monroe City
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners25 (11.0%)$32,083
1 Earner98 (43.0%)$0
2 Earners89 (39.0%)$97,981
3+ Earners16 (7.0%)$91,500
Total228 (100.0%)$68,421

Household Income in Monroe City

Household Income Brackets in Monroe City

With 85 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Monroe City, accounting for 24.9% of all households. In contrast, only 4 households (1.2%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Monroe City
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00092.6%
$10,000 to $14,999175.0%
$15,000 to $24,9998524.9%
$25,000 to $34,99961.8%
$35,000 to $49,9994914.4%
$50,000 to $74,9994312.6%
$75,000 to $99,9997020.5%
$100,000 to $149,9994513.2%
$150,000 to $199,99941.2%
$200,000+133.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Monroe City

The median household income in Monroe City is $54,375, with the highest median household income of $68,618 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 151 households (44.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 2 households (0.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Monroe City
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years2 (0.6%)$0
25 to 44 Years151 (44.3%)$68,618
45 to 64 Years119 (34.9%)$49,821
65+ Years69 (20.2%)$37,083
Total341 (100.0%)$54,375

Poverty in Monroe City

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Monroe City

With 30.7% poverty level for males and 26.5% for females among the residents of Monroe City, under 5 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 38 males (86.4%) and 51 females (83.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Monroe City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years38 (86.4%)2 (11.8%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)2 (6.2%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)51 (83.6%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years71 (50.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)50 (51.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years3 (15.8%)7 (14.9%)
65 to 74 Years4 (23.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (58.3%)8 (20.5%)
Total123 (30.7%)120 (26.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Monroe City

According to the poverty statistics in Monroe City, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Monroe City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years6 (13.6%)15 (88.2%)
5 Years19 (100.0%)5 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years18 (100.0%)30 (93.8%)
12 to 14 Years13 (100.0%)10 (16.4%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years17 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years4 (100.0%)22 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years69 (49.3%)28 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years59 (100.0%)48 (49.0%)
45 to 54 Years38 (100.0%)58 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years16 (84.2%)40 (85.1%)
65 to 74 Years13 (76.5%)28 (100.0%)
75 Years and over5 (41.7%)31 (79.5%)
Total277 (69.3%)333 (73.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Monroe City

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Monroe City show that 31.3% or 52 of the total 166 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 53.8%, comprising of 42 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Monroe City
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children63 (86.3%)10 (13.7%)
1 or 2 Children36 (46.2%)42 (53.8%)
3 or 4 Children15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total114 (68.7%)52 (31.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Monroe City

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Monroe City
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)2 (66.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)2 (3.6%)

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

The poverty data for Monroe City shows that 52 of the married-couple family households (31.3%) and 2 of the single-parent households (3.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 42 households (53.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 household (66.7%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Monroe City
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children10 (13.7%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children42 (53.8%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)2 (66.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total52 (31.3%)2 (3.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Monroe City

Employment by Class of Employer in Monroe City

Among the 385 employed individuals in Monroe City, private company employees (274 | 71.2%), self-employed (not incorporated) (47 | 12.2%), and not-for-profit organizations (20 | 5.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Monroe City
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees27471.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)102.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)4712.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations205.2%
Local Government Employees71.8%
State Government Employees184.7%
Federal Government Employees92.3%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total385100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Monroe City

Employment Status by Age in Monroe City
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years20 (51.3%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years35 (33.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years135 (86.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years85 (88.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years17 (63.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years10 (25.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years13 (28.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total391 (61.5%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Monroe City

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Monroe City
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School16 (84.2%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma162 (66.9%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree135 (71.1%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher31 (86.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total344 (70.6%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Monroe City

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Monroe City are Management (44 | 11.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (41 | 10.5%), Community & Social Service (16 | 4.1%), Health Technologists (13 | 3.3%), and Education, Arts & Media (10 | 2.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Monroe City

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Monroe City, the most male-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Business & Financial (50.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (50.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Monroe City
OccupationMaleFemale
Management5 (11.4%)39 (88.6%)
Business & Financial3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 4 (25.0%)12 (75.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)41 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Total (Category)12 (11.0%)97 (89.0%)
Total (Overall)191 (48.8%)200 (51.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Monroe City are Personal Care & Service (45 | 11.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (20 | 5.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (17 | 4.3%), Security & Protection (13 | 3.3%), and Law Enforcement (13 | 3.3%).
Services Occupations in Monroe City

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Monroe City, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), Security & Protection (53.8%), and Law Enforcement (53.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (58.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Monroe City
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Security & Protection7 (53.8%)6 (46.2%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement7 (53.8%)6 (46.2%)
Food Preparation & Serving7 (41.2%)10 (58.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)45 (100.0%)
Total (Category)34 (32.7%)70 (67.3%)
Total (Overall)191 (48.8%)200 (51.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Monroe City are Sales & Related (25 | 6.4%), and Office & Administration (24 | 6.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Monroe City

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Monroe City
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related18 (72.0%)7 (28.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Total (Category)18 (36.7%)31 (63.3%)
Total (Overall)191 (48.8%)200 (51.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Monroe City are Construction & Extraction (46 | 11.8%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (10 | 2.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (5 | 1.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Monroe City

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Monroe City
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry3 (60.0%)2 (40.0%)
Construction & Extraction46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)59 (96.7%)2 (3.3%)
Total (Overall)191 (48.8%)200 (51.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Monroe City are Transportation (39 | 10.0%), Production (15 | 3.8%), and Material Moving (14 | 3.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Monroe City

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Monroe City
OccupationMaleFemale
Production15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)191 (48.8%)200 (51.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Monroe City

Employment Industries in Monroe City

The major employment industries in Monroe City include Manufacturing (87 | 22.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (62 | 15.9%), Transportation & Warehousing (31 | 7.9%), Construction (30 | 7.7%), and Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (26 | 6.7%).
Employment Industries in Monroe City

Employment Industries by Sex in Monroe City

The Monroe City industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Professional & Scientific (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Monroe City
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting3 (60.0%)2 (40.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing48 (55.2%)39 (44.8%)
Wholesale Trade12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade15 (62.5%)9 (37.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance2 (66.7%)1 (33.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Educational Services2 (16.7%)10 (83.3%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)62 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services7 (28.0%)18 (72.0%)
Public Administration7 (46.7%)8 (53.3%)
Total191 (48.8%)200 (51.1%)

Education in Monroe City

School Enrollment in Monroe City

The most common levels of schooling among the 226 students in Monroe City are middle school (85 | 37.6%), elementary school (45 | 19.9%), and high school (40 | 17.7%).
School Enrollment in Monroe City
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool104.4%
Kindergarten208.8%
Elementary School4519.9%
Middle School8537.6%
High School4017.7%
College / Undergraduate2410.6%
Graduate / Professional20.9%
Total226100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Monroe City

Out of a total of 226 students who are enrolled in schools in Monroe City, 8 (3.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 218 (96.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 2 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 94 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Monroe City
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old61 (95.3%)3 (4.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds94 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds11 (91.7%)1 (8.3%)
20 to 24 Year Olds3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
35 Years and over12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total218 (96.5%)8 (3.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Monroe City

Science & technology (19 | 47.5%), engineering (5 | 12.5%), business (3 | 7.5%), communications (3 | 7.5%), and arts & humanities (3 | 7.5%) are the most common fields of study among 40 individuals in Monroe City who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Monroe City
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural25.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology12.5%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering512.5%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology1947.5%
Business37.5%
Education25.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History25.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications37.5%
Arts & Humanities37.5%
Total40100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Monroe City

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Monroe City

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Monroe City are males with 2 vehicles (101, accounting for 52.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (125, making up 52.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Monroe City
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle2 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle16 (8.4%)19 (9.8%)
2 Vehicles101 (52.9%)125 (64.4%)
3 Vehicles52 (27.2%)31 (16.0%)
4 Vehicles12 (6.3%)12 (6.2%)
5 or more Vehicles8 (4.2%)7 (3.6%)
Total191 (100.0%)194 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Monroe City

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Monroe City are 15 to 19 minutes (123 commuters, 32.0%), 20 to 24 minutes (83 commuters, 21.6%), and 25 to 29 minutes (39 commuters, 10.1%).
Commute Time in Monroe City
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes184.7%
5 to 9 Minutes00.0%
10 to 14 Minutes287.3%
15 to 19 Minutes12332.0%
20 to 24 Minutes8321.6%
25 to 29 Minutes3910.1%
30 to 34 Minutes338.6%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes338.6%
45 to 59 Minutes266.8%
60 to 89 Minutes20.5%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Monroe City

The most common commute times in Monroe City are 15 to 19 minutes (44 commuters, 23.0%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (79 commuters, 40.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Monroe City
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes15 (7.9%)3 (1.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes5 (2.6%)23 (11.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes44 (23.0%)79 (40.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes36 (18.9%)47 (24.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes22 (11.5%)17 (8.8%)
30 to 34 Minutes18 (9.4%)15 (7.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes30 (15.7%)3 (1.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes21 (11.0%)5 (2.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)2 (1.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Monroe City

The most frequent times of departure to work in Monroe City are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (33, 17.3%) for males and 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM (42, 21.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Monroe City
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM33 (17.3%)5 (2.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM10 (5.2%)8 (4.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM5 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM11 (5.8%)11 (5.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM22 (11.5%)27 (13.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM17 (8.9%)16 (8.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM29 (15.2%)34 (17.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM5 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)19 (9.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM5 (2.6%)42 (21.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)7 (3.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM33 (17.3%)11 (5.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM21 (11.0%)14 (7.2%)
Total191 (100.0%)194 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Monroe City

Occupancy by Ownership in Monroe City

Of the total 341 dwellings in Monroe City, owner-occupied units account for 211 (61.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 130 (38.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Monroe City
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units21161.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units13038.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units341100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Monroe City

Occupancy by Household Size in Monroe City
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household10330.2%
2-Person Household11032.3%
3-Person Household154.4%
4+ Person Household11333.1%
Total Housing Units341100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Monroe City

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Monroe City
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household71 (68.9%)32 (31.1%)
2-Person Household78 (70.9%)32 (29.1%)
3-Person Household9 (60.0%)6 (40.0%)
4+ Person Household53 (46.9%)60 (53.1%)
Total Housing Units211 (61.9%)130 (38.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Monroe City

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Monroe City
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School14 (53.8%)12 (46.2%)
High School Diploma55 (44.7%)68 (55.3%)
College/Associate Degree117 (72.7%)44 (27.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher25 (80.6%)6 (19.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Monroe City

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Monroe City
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years4412.9%
35 to 44 Years10932.0%
45 to 54 Years6719.7%
55 to 64 Years5215.2%
65 to 74 Years339.7%
75 to 84 Years319.1%
85 Years and Over51.5%
Total341100.0%

Housing Finances in Monroe City

Median Income by Occupancy in Monroe City

Median Income by Occupancy in Monroe City
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied211 (61.9%)$67,625
Renter-Occupied130 (38.1%)$0
Average341 (100.0%)$54,375

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Monroe City

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Monroe City
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)3 (2.3%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)6 (4.6%)
$10,000 to $14,99915 (7.1%)2 (1.5%)
$15,000 to $19,99919 (9.0%)42 (32.3%)
$20,000 to $24,99922 (10.4%)2 (1.5%)
$25,000 to $34,9996 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99932 (15.2%)17 (13.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99921 (10.0%)22 (16.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99968 (32.2%)2 (1.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99924 (11.4%)21 (16.2%)
$150,000 or more4 (1.9%)13 (10.0%)
Total211 (100.0%)130 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Monroe City

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Monroe City
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30017 (8.1%)3 (2.3%)
$300 to $49951 (24.2%)17 (13.1%)
$500 to $79967 (31.8%)43 (33.1%)
$800 to $99923 (10.9%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49945 (21.3%)64 (49.2%)
$1,500 to $1,9998 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)3 (2.3%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total211 (100.0%)130 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Monroe City

Housing Structures in Monroe City

Housing Structures in Monroe City
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached31692.7%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments92.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments82.4%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other82.4%
Total341100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Monroe City

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Monroe City
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached203 (64.2%)113 (35.8%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total211 (61.9%)130 (38.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Monroe City

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Monroe City
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms9 (4.3%)9 (6.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms74 (35.1%)95 (73.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms100 (47.4%)14 (10.8%)
8 or more Rooms28 (13.3%)12 (9.2%)
Total211 (100.0%)130 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Monroe City

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Monroe City
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas149 (70.6%)115 (88.5%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)9 (6.9%)
Electricity52 (24.6%)6 (4.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene7 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels3 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total211 (100.0%)130 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Monroe City

Household Vehicle Usage in Monroe City
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle6 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle72 (34.1%)40 (30.8%)
2 Vehicles96 (45.5%)53 (40.8%)
3 or more Vehicles37 (17.5%)37 (28.5%)
Total211 (100.0%)130 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Monroe City

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Monroe City

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units92119
Median Property Value$86,200$89,600
Median Household Income$47,500$1
Monthly Housing Costs$438$0
Real Estate Taxes$375$3

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Monroe City

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Monroe City
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0008 (8.7%)12 (10.1%)
$50,000 to $99,99955 (59.8%)57 (47.9%)
$100,000 to $299,99929 (31.5%)50 (42.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total92 (100.0%)119 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Monroe City

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Monroe City
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99923 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)33 (27.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99930 (32.6%)6 (5.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9998 (8.7%)2 (1.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99925 (27.2%)13 (10.9%)
$100,000 to $149,9993 (3.3%)43 (36.1%)
$150,000 or more3 (3.3%)21 (17.6%)
Total92 (100.0%)119 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Monroe City

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Monroe City
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x53 (57.6%)90,057 (75,678.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x16 (17.4%)52 (43.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x2 (2.2%)39 (32.8%)
4.0x or more21 (22.8%)14 (11.8%)
Total92 (100.0%)119 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Monroe City

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Monroe City
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80092 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)68 (57.1%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)24 (20.2%)
Total92 (100.0%)119 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Monroe City

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Monroe City

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Monroe City
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years89 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years166 (94.3%)10 (5.7%)
19 to 25 Years19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years142 (84.5%)26 (15.5%)
35 to 44 Years145 (92.4%)12 (7.6%)
45 to 54 Years84 (87.5%)12 (12.5%)
55 to 64 Years66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total807 (93.1%)60 (6.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Monroe City

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Monroe City
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born89 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen166 (94.3%)10 (5.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Monroe City

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Monroe City
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000282 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99958 (84.1%)11 (15.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999124 (97.6%)3 (2.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999161 (77.8%)46 (22.2%)
$100,000 and over182 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Monroe City

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Monroe City
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 660 (67.4%)33 (37.1%)
6 to 18 Years69 (39.2%)97 (55.1%)
19 to 25 Years3 (15.8%)16 (84.2%)
25 to 34 Years74 (44.1%)71 (42.3%)
35 to 44 Years50 (31.9%)95 (60.5%)
45 to 54 Years15 (15.6%)72 (75.0%)
55 to 64 Years22 (33.3%)60 (90.9%)
65 to 74 Years45 (100.0%)26 (57.8%)
75 Years and over51 (100.0%)44 (86.3%)
Total389 (44.9%)514 (59.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Monroe City

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Monroe City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years7 (9.7%)2 (1.6%)
18 to 34 Years3 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years28 (24.1%)30 (14.8%)
65 to 74 Years5 (29.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over9 (75.0%)26 (66.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Monroe City

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Monroe City: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years13 (11.2%)6 (3.0%)
65 to 74 Years5 (29.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over9 (75.0%)5 (12.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Monroe City: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years3 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years13 (11.2%)13 (6.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (58.3%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Monroe City: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years7 (9.7%)2 (1.6%)
18 to 34 Years3 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years3 (2.6%)18 (8.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)8 (20.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Monroe City: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years3 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years5 (4.3%)8 (3.9%)
65 to 74 Years2 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)26 (66.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Monroe City: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years3 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)10 (25.6%)

Technology Access in Monroe City

Computing Device Access in Monroe City

Computing Device Access in Monroe City
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop28282.7%
Smartphone29787.1%
Tablet23568.9%
No Computing Device72.1%
Total341100.0%

Internet Access in Monroe City

Internet Access in Monroe City
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet30.9%
Broadband Home25775.4%
Cellular Data Only5516.1%
Satellite Internet82.4%
No Internet267.6%
Total341100.0%

Monroe City Summary

Monroe City is a small town located in Knox County, Indiana, United States. It is situated on the banks of the Wabash River, about 25 miles south of the state capital of Indianapolis. The town was founded in 1818 and has a population of approximately 1,500 people.

History

Monroe City was founded in 1818 by William Monroe, a Revolutionary War veteran. He named the town after himself and it was incorporated in 1837. The town was originally a farming community, but it soon became a center for industry and commerce. The Wabash and Erie Canal was built in the area in the 1840s, connecting the town to the Ohio River and providing a transportation route for goods and services.
In the late 19th century, Monroe City became a major hub for the railroad industry. The town was home to several major railroads, including the Chicago, Indianapolis and Louisville Railway, the Chicago and Eastern Illinois Railroad, and the Monon Railroad. The railroads provided jobs and economic growth to the area, and the town flourished.
In the early 20th century, Monroe City was a popular tourist destination. The town was home to several resorts and hotels, and it was a popular spot for fishing and hunting. The town also had a thriving entertainment scene, with several theaters and vaudeville shows.

Geography

Monroe City is located in Knox County, Indiana, on the banks of the Wabash River. The town is situated about 25 miles south of the state capital of Indianapolis. The town is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland, and it is located in the Wabash Valley.
The climate in Monroe City is humid continental, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is around 50 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average annual precipitation is around 40 inches.

Economy

Monroe City’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The town is home to several large farms, and it is a major producer of corn, soybeans, and wheat. The town is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a steel mill and a paper mill.
The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and services. The town is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Wabash and Erie Canal Museum and the Monroe City Historical Museum.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Monroe City had a population of 1,500 people. The racial makeup of the town was 97.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, and 1.3% from other races. The median household income was $37,500, and the median family income was $45,000.
Monroe City is a small, rural town with a close-knit community. The town is home to several churches, and it is a popular spot for fishing and hunting. The town is also home to several parks and recreational areas, including the Wabash and Erie Canal Park and the Monroe City Historical Park.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Monroe City?
Total Population of Monroe City is 867.
What is the Total Male Population of Monroe City?
Total Male Population of Monroe City is 405.
What is the Total Female Population of Monroe City?
Total Female Population of Monroe City is 462.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Monroe City?
There are 87.66 Males per 100 Females in Monroe City.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Monroe City?
There are 114.07 Females per 100 Males in Monroe City.
What is the Median Population Age in Monroe City?
Median Population Age in Monroe City is 33.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Monroe City
Average Family Size in Monroe City is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Monroe City
Average Household Size in Monroe City is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Monroe City?
Per Capita income in Monroe City is $27,785.
What is the Median Family Income in Monroe City?
Median Family Income in Monroe City is $68,421.
What is the Median Household income in Monroe City?
Median Household Income in Monroe City is $54,375.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Monroe City?
Income or Wage Gap in Monroe City is 24.5%.
Women in Monroe City earn 75.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Monroe City?
Inequality or Gini Index in Monroe City is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Monroe City?
There are 391 People in the Labor Forcein in Monroe City.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Monroe City?
61.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Monroe City.