Wakarusa, IN

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Wakarusa Overview

2,488
TOTAL POPULATION
1,211
MALE POPULATION
1,277
FEMALE POPULATION
94.83
MALES / 100 FEMALES
105.45
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,073
PER CAPITA INCOME
$90,000
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$78,583
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
41.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
58.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.39
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,310
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
69.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
11.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Wakarusa

The most populous races in Wakarusa are White / Caucasian (2,218 | 89.1%), Hispanic or Latino (213 | 8.6%), and Some other Race (113 | 4.5%).
Race in Wakarusa
Race# Population% Population
Asian572.3%
Black / African American522.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific60.2%
Hispanic or Latino2138.6%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian2,21889.1%
Two or more Races421.7%
Some other Race1134.5%
Total2,488100.0%

Ancestry in Wakarusa

The most populous ancestries reported in Wakarusa are German (783 | 31.5%), English (297 | 11.9%), Mexican (191 | 7.7%), Irish (162 | 6.5%), and American (110 | 4.4%), together accounting for 62.0% of all Wakarusa residents.
Ancestry in Wakarusa
Ancestry# Population% Population
African40.2%
American1104.4%
Belgian120.5%
British120.5%
Canadian60.2%
Danish20.1%
Dutch180.7%
English29711.9%
European401.6%
French622.5%
German78331.5%
Greek120.5%
Haitian80.3%
Hungarian180.7%
Irish1626.5%
Italian210.8%
Korean10.0%
Malaysian562.2%
Mexican1917.7%
Northern European40.2%
Norwegian220.9%
Pennsylvania German20.1%
Romanian60.2%
Samoan60.2%
Scandinavian40.2%
Scotch-Irish291.2%
Scottish130.5%
Spaniard220.9%
Subsaharan African40.2%
Swedish160.6%
Swiss582.3%
Thai60.2%
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Immigrants in Wakarusa

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Wakarusa came from Asia (41 | 1.7%), South Eastern Asia (41 | 1.7%), Laos (37 | 1.5%), Caribbean (8 | 0.3%), and Haiti (8 | 0.3%), together accounting for 5.4% of all Wakarusa residents.
Immigrants in Wakarusa
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia411.7%
Caribbean80.3%
Haiti80.3%
Laos371.5%
Latin America80.3%
Philippines40.2%
South Eastern Asia411.7%
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Sex and Age in Wakarusa

Sex and Age in Wakarusa

The most populous age groups in Wakarusa are 35 to 39 Years (130 | 10.7%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (105 | 8.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Wakarusa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years62 (5.1%)104 (8.1%)
5 to 9 Years92 (7.6%)69 (5.4%)
10 to 14 Years125 (10.3%)102 (8.0%)
15 to 19 Years81 (6.7%)94 (7.4%)
20 to 24 Years95 (7.8%)50 (3.9%)
25 to 29 Years58 (4.8%)73 (5.7%)
30 to 34 Years109 (9.0%)77 (6.0%)
35 to 39 Years130 (10.7%)97 (7.6%)
40 to 44 Years72 (5.9%)103 (8.1%)
45 to 49 Years81 (6.7%)76 (5.9%)
50 to 54 Years20 (1.7%)53 (4.2%)
55 to 59 Years68 (5.6%)105 (8.2%)
60 to 64 Years60 (5.0%)45 (3.5%)
65 to 69 Years73 (6.0%)45 (3.5%)
70 to 74 Years39 (3.2%)51 (4.0%)
75 to 79 Years13 (1.1%)33 (2.6%)
80 to 84 Years3 (0.3%)17 (1.3%)
85 Years and over30 (2.5%)83 (6.5%)
Total1,211 (100.0%)1,277 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Wakarusa

Median Family Size in Wakarusa

The median family size in Wakarusa is 3.61 persons per family, with single female/mother families (115 | 20.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.12 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (444 | 77.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.48 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Wakarusa
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple444 (77.9%)3.48
Single Male/Father11 (1.9%)3.55
Single Female/Mother115 (20.2%)4.12
Total Families570 (100.0%)3.61

Median Household Size in Wakarusa

The median household size in Wakarusa is 3.14 persons per household, with single female/mother households (115 | 15.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.77 persons per household. non-family households (179 | 23.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Wakarusa
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple444 (59.3%)3.50
Single Male/Father11 (1.5%)3.55
Single Female/Mother115 (15.3%)4.77
Non-family179 (23.9%)1.18
Total Households749 (100.0%)3.14

Household Size by Marriage Status in Wakarusa

Out of a total of 749 households in Wakarusa, 570 (76.1%) are family households, while 179 (23.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 209, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 168.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Wakarusa
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-168 (22.4%)
2-Person Households209 (27.9%)8 (1.1%)
3-Person Households123 (16.4%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households124 (16.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households105 (14.0%)3 (0.4%)
6-Person Households4 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households5 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total570 (76.1%)179 (23.9%)

Female Fertility in Wakarusa

Fertility by Age in Wakarusa

Average fertility rate in Wakarusa is 18.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 50.0 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 Wakarusa
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years10 (100.0%)50.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total10 (100.0%)18.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wakarusa

40.0% of women with births (10) in Wakarusa are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 60.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 60.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wakarusa
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years4 (40.0%)6 (60.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4 (40.0%)6 (60.0%)

Fertility by Education in Wakarusa

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Wakarusa
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 Degree6 (60.0%)43.0
Bachelor's Degree4 (40.0%)48.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total10 (100.0%)18.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wakarusa

60.0% of women with births in Wakarusa are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wakarusa
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%)6 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4 (40.0%)6 (60.0%)

Income in Wakarusa

Income Overview in Wakarusa

Per Capita Income in Wakarusa is $31,073, while median incomes of families and households are $90,000 and $78,583 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,488$31,073
Median Family Income570$90,000
Mean Family Income570$110,814
Median Household Income749$78,583
Mean Household Income749$95,404
Income Deficit570$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,48841.75%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,48858.25¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,4880.39

Earnings by Sex in Wakarusa

Average Earnings in Wakarusa are $46,279, $58,393 for men and $34,016 for women, a difference of 41.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Wakarusa
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male627 (51.3%)$58,393
Female595 (48.7%)$34,016
Total1,222 (100.0%)$46,279

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wakarusa

The most common earnings brackets in Wakarusa are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (97 | 15.5%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (76 | 12.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wakarusa
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less19 (3.0%)6 (1.0%)
$2,500 to $4,99944 (7.0%)24 (4.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49910 (1.6%)11 (1.8%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)22 (3.7%)
$10,000 to $12,4992 (0.3%)35 (5.9%)
$12,500 to $14,9994 (0.6%)36 (6.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)13 (2.2%)
$17,500 to $19,99918 (2.9%)12 (2.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4996 (1.0%)13 (2.2%)
$22,500 to $24,99921 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99927 (4.3%)68 (11.4%)
$30,000 to $34,9996 (1.0%)76 (12.8%)
$35,000 to $39,99925 (4.0%)26 (4.4%)
$40,000 to $44,99923 (3.7%)42 (7.1%)
$45,000 to $49,99955 (8.8%)37 (6.2%)
$50,000 to $54,99922 (3.5%)31 (5.2%)
$55,000 to $64,99997 (15.5%)51 (8.6%)
$65,000 to $74,99995 (15.1%)7 (1.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99993 (14.8%)38 (6.4%)
$100,000+60 (9.6%)47 (7.9%)
Total627 (100.0%)595 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wakarusa

Average earnings in Wakarusa are $65,152 for men and $34,947 for women, a difference of 46.4%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $68,333, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $60,000. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $82,917, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $29,821.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wakarusa
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$60,000$29,821
High School Diploma$61,875$33,917
College or Associate's Degree$68,333$32,039
Bachelor's Degree$66,326$41,875
Graduate Degree$63,750$82,917
Total$65,152$34,947

Family Income in Wakarusa

Family Income Brackets in Wakarusa

According to the Wakarusa family income data, there are 134 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.5% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Wakarusa
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99991.6%
$15,000 to $24,999162.8%
$25,000 to $34,999549.5%
$35,000 to $49,999295.1%
$50,000 to $74,9999216.1%
$75,000 to $99,99911319.8%
$100,000 to $149,99913423.5%
$150,000 to $199,9998915.6%
$200,000+346.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wakarusa

5-person families (97 | 17.0%) account for the highest median family income in Wakarusa with $156,354 per family, while 2-person families (209 | 36.7%) have the highest median income of $40,230 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wakarusa
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families209 (36.7%)$80,461
3-Person Families133 (23.3%)$77,596
4-Person Families122 (21.4%)$120,625
5-Person Families97 (17.0%)$156,354
6-Person Families4 (0.7%)$0
7+ Person Families5 (0.9%)$0
Total570 (100.0%)$90,000

Family Income by Number of Earners in Wakarusa

The median family income in Wakarusa is $90,000, with families comprising 3+ earners (92) having the highest median family income of $151,500, while families with no earners (64) have the lowest median family income of $42,273, accounting for 16.1% and 11.2% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Wakarusa
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners64 (11.2%)$42,273
1 Earner143 (25.1%)$62,250
2 Earners271 (47.5%)$110,268
3+ Earners92 (16.1%)$151,500
Total570 (100.0%)$90,000

Household Income in Wakarusa

Household Income Brackets in Wakarusa

With 142 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Wakarusa, accounting for 19.0% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Wakarusa
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,999435.7%
$15,000 to $24,999405.3%
$25,000 to $34,9997610.1%
$35,000 to $49,999496.5%
$50,000 to $74,99914219.0%
$75,000 to $99,99913918.6%
$100,000 to $149,99913718.3%
$150,000 to $199,9998911.9%
$200,000+344.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Wakarusa

The median household income in Wakarusa is $78,583, with the highest median household income of $88,500 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 276 households (36.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $32,857, with 18 households (2.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Wakarusa
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years18 (2.4%)$32,857
25 to 44 Years276 (36.8%)$88,500
45 to 64 Years297 (39.7%)$84,135
65+ Years158 (21.1%)$40,909
Total749 (100.0%)$78,583

Poverty in Wakarusa

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wakarusa

With 12.2% poverty level for males and 5.3% for females among the residents of Wakarusa, 35 to 44 year old males and 65 to 74 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 79 males (41.8%) and 14 females (17.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wakarusa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years8 (12.9%)7 (6.7%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years21 (13.0%)8 (9.3%)
12 to 14 Years4 (8.7%)5 (7.0%)
15 Years5 (41.7%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years7 (4.2%)15 (10.0%)
35 to 44 Years79 (41.8%)4 (2.0%)
45 to 54 Years4 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)10 (6.7%)
65 to 74 Years10 (10.1%)14 (17.1%)
75 Years and over4 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total142 (12.2%)63 (5.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wakarusa

According to the poverty statistics in Wakarusa, 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 Wakarusa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years54 (87.1%)97 (93.3%)
5 Years9 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years141 (87.0%)78 (90.7%)
12 to 14 Years42 (91.3%)66 (93.0%)
15 Years7 (58.3%)34 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years44 (100.0%)23 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years120 (100.0%)87 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years160 (95.8%)135 (90.0%)
35 to 44 Years110 (58.2%)196 (98.0%)
45 to 54 Years97 (96.0%)129 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years114 (100.0%)140 (93.3%)
65 to 74 Years89 (89.9%)68 (82.9%)
75 Years and over30 (88.2%)65 (100.0%)
Total1,017 (87.7%)1,125 (94.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wakarusa

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Wakarusa show that 2.7% or 12 of the total 444 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 15.8%, comprising of 6 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wakarusa
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children205 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children195 (97.0%)6 (3.0%)
3 or 4 Children32 (84.2%)6 (15.8%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total432 (97.3%)12 (2.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wakarusa

According to the poverty data in Wakarusa, 36.4% or 4 single-father households and 7.8% or 9 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 4 households (36.4%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (46.2%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wakarusa
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)3 (4.6%)
1 or 2 Children4 (36.4%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)6 (46.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4 (36.4%)9 (7.8%)

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

The poverty data for Wakarusa shows that 12 of the married-couple family households (2.7%) and 13 of the single-parent households (10.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (15.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 household (46.2%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wakarusa
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)3 (4.6%)
1 or 2 Children6 (3.0%)4 (8.3%)
3 or 4 Children6 (15.8%)6 (46.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (2.7%)13 (10.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Wakarusa

Employment by Class of Employer in Wakarusa

Among the 1,144 employed individuals in Wakarusa, private company employees (752 | 65.7%), not-for-profit organizations (117 | 10.2%), and local government employees (99 | 8.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Wakarusa
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees75265.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)595.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)736.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations11710.2%
Local Government Employees998.6%
State Government Employees40.4%
Federal Government Employees403.5%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,144100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Wakarusa

According to the labor force statistics for Wakarusa, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,888), 69.4% or 1,310 individuals are in the labor force, with 11.0% or 144 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 91.8% or 369 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 28.0% or 47 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Wakarusa
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years70 (54.3%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years131 (90.3%)16 (12.2%)
25 to 29 Years86 (65.6%)6 (7.0%)
30 to 34 Years168 (90.3%)47 (28.0%)
35 to 44 Years369 (91.8%)75 (20.3%)
45 to 54 Years206 (89.6%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years146 (84.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years66 (62.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years65 (31.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over3 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,310 (69.4%)144 (11.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wakarusa

According to labor force statistics for Wakarusa, 84.8% of individuals (1,040) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,227) are in the labor force, with 12.3% or 128 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 90.8% or 138 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 54.3% or 75 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wakarusa
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School138 (90.8%)83 (54.3%)
High School Diploma343 (79.0%)34 (7.9%)
College / Associate Degree220 (85.9%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher340 (88.3%)29 (7.6%)
Total1,040 (84.8%)151 (12.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Wakarusa

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wakarusa are Management (135 | 11.6%), Community & Social Service (123 | 10.5%), Education Instruction & Library (73 | 6.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (57 | 4.9%), and Business & Financial (42 | 3.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Wakarusa

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wakarusa, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (90.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (89.5%), and Health Technologists (80.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Wakarusa
OccupationMaleFemale
Management90 (66.7%)45 (33.3%)
Business & Financial38 (90.5%)4 (9.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science30 (90.9%)3 (9.1%)
Computers & Mathematics22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering8 (72.7%)3 (27.3%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 55 (44.7%)68 (55.3%)
Education, Arts & Media11 (45.8%)13 (54.2%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library32 (43.8%)41 (56.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating6 (10.5%)51 (89.5%)
Health Technologists6 (20.0%)24 (80.0%)
Total (Category)219 (56.1%)171 (43.9%)
Total (Overall)579 (49.7%)587 (50.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Wakarusa are Security & Protection (40 | 3.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (35 | 3.0%), Personal Care & Service (27 | 2.3%), Healthcare Support (24 | 2.1%), and Firefighting & Prevention (24 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations in Wakarusa

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Wakarusa, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (87.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (79.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (80.0%), and Healthcare Support (75.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Wakarusa
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support6 (25.0%)18 (75.0%)
Security & Protection35 (87.5%)5 (12.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention19 (79.2%)5 (20.8%)
Law Enforcement16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving7 (20.0%)28 (80.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance10 (41.7%)14 (58.3%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Total (Category)58 (38.7%)92 (61.3%)
Total (Overall)579 (49.7%)587 (50.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Wakarusa are Office & Administration (159 | 13.6%), and Sales & Related (131 | 11.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Wakarusa

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Wakarusa
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related66 (50.4%)65 (49.6%)
Office & Administration4 (2.5%)155 (97.5%)
Total (Category)70 (24.1%)220 (75.9%)
Total (Overall)579 (49.7%)587 (50.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Wakarusa are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (35 | 3.0%), and Construction & Extraction (18 | 1.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Wakarusa

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Wakarusa
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair31 (88.6%)4 (11.4%)
Total (Category)49 (92.4%)4 (7.5%)
Total (Overall)579 (49.7%)587 (50.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Wakarusa are Production (242 | 20.7%), Material Moving (24 | 2.1%), and Transportation (17 | 1.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Wakarusa

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Wakarusa
OccupationMaleFemale
Production147 (60.7%)95 (39.3%)
Transportation17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving19 (79.2%)5 (20.8%)
Total (Category)183 (64.7%)100 (35.3%)
Total (Overall)579 (49.7%)587 (50.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Wakarusa

Employment Industries in Wakarusa

The major employment industries in Wakarusa include Manufacturing (397 | 34.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (140 | 12.0%), Retail Trade (133 | 11.4%), Educational Services (88 | 7.5%), and Construction (56 | 4.8%).
Employment Industries in Wakarusa

Employment Industries by Sex in Wakarusa

The Wakarusa industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Utilities (100.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (86.0%), and Professional & Scientific (80.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Wakarusa
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction32 (57.1%)24 (42.9%)
Manufacturing231 (58.2%)166 (41.8%)
Wholesale Trade19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade46 (34.6%)87 (65.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Information12 (80.0%)3 (20.0%)
Finance & Insurance14 (77.8%)4 (22.2%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing20 (60.6%)13 (39.4%)
Professional & Scientific7 (20.0%)28 (80.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support6 (30.0%)14 (70.0%)
Educational Services32 (36.4%)56 (63.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance36 (25.7%)104 (74.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services7 (14.0%)43 (86.0%)
Public Administration20 (80.0%)5 (20.0%)
Total579 (49.7%)587 (50.3%)

Education in Wakarusa

School Enrollment in Wakarusa

The most common levels of schooling among the 640 students in Wakarusa are elementary school (187 | 29.2%), middle school (162 | 25.3%), and high school (153 | 23.9%).
School Enrollment in Wakarusa
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool365.6%
Kindergarten203.1%
Elementary School18729.2%
Middle School16225.3%
High School15323.9%
College / Undergraduate589.1%
Graduate / Professional243.7%
Total640100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wakarusa

Out of a total of 640 students who are enrolled in schools in Wakarusa, 94 (14.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 546 (85.3%) 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 8 (61.5% 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 107 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wakarusa
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds17 (60.7%)11 (39.3%)
5 to 9 Year Old136 (88.9%)17 (11.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds193 (85.0%)34 (15.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds107 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds25 (59.5%)17 (40.5%)
20 to 24 Year Olds49 (87.5%)7 (12.5%)
25 to 34 Year Olds5 (38.5%)8 (61.5%)
35 Years and over14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total546 (85.3%)94 (14.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wakarusa

Education (131 | 25.3%), science & technology (61 | 11.8%), business (60 | 11.6%), liberal arts & history (50 | 9.7%), and literature & languages (43 | 8.3%) are the most common fields of study among 518 individuals in Wakarusa who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wakarusa
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics132.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural254.8%
Physical & Health Sciences30.6%
Psychology407.7%
Social Sciences91.7%
Engineering71.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies51.0%
Science & Technology6111.8%
Business6011.6%
Education13125.3%
Literature & Languages438.3%
Liberal Arts & History509.7%
Visual & Performing Arts183.5%
Communications407.7%
Arts & Humanities132.5%
Total518100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Wakarusa

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wakarusa

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Wakarusa are males with 2 vehicles (251, accounting for 43.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (263, making up 44.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wakarusa
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle2 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle115 (19.9%)121 (21.3%)
2 Vehicles251 (43.5%)263 (46.4%)
3 Vehicles157 (27.2%)122 (21.5%)
4 Vehicles23 (4.0%)25 (4.4%)
5 or more Vehicles29 (5.0%)36 (6.4%)
Total577 (100.0%)567 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Wakarusa

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Wakarusa are 20 to 24 minutes (200 commuters, 18.9%), 5 to 9 minutes (158 commuters, 14.9%), and less than 5 minutes (117 commuters, 11.1%).
Commute Time in Wakarusa
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes11711.1%
5 to 9 Minutes15814.9%
10 to 14 Minutes868.1%
15 to 19 Minutes10810.2%
20 to 24 Minutes20018.9%
25 to 29 Minutes454.3%
30 to 34 Minutes10910.3%
35 to 39 Minutes292.7%
40 to 44 Minutes696.5%
45 to 59 Minutes555.2%
60 to 89 Minutes333.1%
90 or more Minutes504.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Wakarusa

The most common commute times in Wakarusa are 20 to 24 minutes (116 commuters, 20.8%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (88 commuters, 17.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Wakarusa
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes50 (9.0%)67 (13.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes70 (12.5%)88 (17.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes66 (11.8%)20 (4.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes55 (9.9%)53 (10.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes116 (20.8%)84 (16.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes29 (5.2%)16 (3.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes46 (8.2%)63 (12.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes3 (0.5%)26 (5.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes34 (6.1%)35 (7.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes29 (5.2%)26 (5.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes33 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes27 (4.8%)23 (4.6%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wakarusa

The most frequent times of departure to work in Wakarusa are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (86, 15.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (99, 19.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wakarusa
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM83 (14.9%)57 (11.4%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM70 (12.5%)12 (2.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM86 (15.4%)9 (1.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM25 (4.5%)36 (7.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM51 (9.1%)37 (7.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM76 (13.6%)99 (19.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM27 (4.8%)73 (14.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM62 (11.1%)46 (9.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM14 (2.5%)22 (4.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM8 (1.4%)37 (7.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM4 (0.7%)4 (0.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM15 (2.7%)27 (5.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM37 (6.6%)42 (8.4%)
Total558 (100.0%)501 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Wakarusa

Occupancy by Ownership in Wakarusa

Of the total 749 dwellings in Wakarusa, owner-occupied units account for 632 (84.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 117 (15.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Wakarusa
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units63284.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units11715.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units749100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Wakarusa

Occupancy by Household Size in Wakarusa
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household16822.4%
2-Person Household21729.0%
3-Person Household12316.4%
4+ Person Household24132.2%
Total Housing Units749100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wakarusa

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wakarusa
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household125 (74.4%)43 (25.6%)
2-Person Household191 (88.0%)26 (12.0%)
3-Person Household109 (88.6%)14 (11.4%)
4+ Person Household207 (85.9%)34 (14.1%)
Total Housing Units632 (84.4%)117 (15.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wakarusa

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wakarusa
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School17 (73.9%)6 (26.1%)
High School Diploma258 (83.2%)52 (16.8%)
College/Associate Degree143 (80.3%)35 (19.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher214 (89.9%)24 (10.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wakarusa

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wakarusa
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years14219.0%
35 to 44 Years15220.3%
45 to 54 Years9913.2%
55 to 64 Years19826.4%
65 to 74 Years8110.8%
75 to 84 Years395.2%
85 Years and Over385.1%
Total749100.0%

Housing Finances in Wakarusa

Median Income by Occupancy in Wakarusa

Median Income by Occupancy in Wakarusa
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied632 (84.4%)$78,667
Renter-Occupied117 (15.6%)$76,875
Average749 (100.0%)$78,583

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wakarusa

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wakarusa
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99939 (6.2%)4 (3.4%)
$15,000 to $19,9997 (1.1%)11 (9.4%)
$20,000 to $24,99912 (1.9%)10 (8.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99958 (9.2%)18 (15.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99946 (7.3%)3 (2.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999131 (20.7%)11 (9.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999115 (18.2%)24 (20.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999119 (18.8%)18 (15.4%)
$150,000 or more105 (16.6%)18 (15.4%)
Total632 (100.0%)117 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wakarusa

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wakarusa
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30013 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49991 (14.4%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799108 (17.1%)23 (19.7%)
$800 to $999108 (17.1%)16 (13.7%)
$1,000 to $1,499189 (29.9%)26 (22.2%)
$1,500 to $1,99976 (12.0%)27 (23.1%)
$2,000 to $2,49936 (5.7%)3 (2.6%)
$2,500 to $2,99911 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)6 (5.1%)
Total632 (100.0%)117 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Wakarusa

Housing Structures in Wakarusa

Housing Structures in Wakarusa
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached61982.6%
Single Unit, Attached50.7%
2 Unit Apartments50.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments70.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments364.8%
Mobile Home / Other7710.3%
Total749100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wakarusa

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wakarusa
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached569 (91.9%)50 (8.1%)
Single Unit, Attached5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other53 (68.8%)24 (31.2%)
Total632 (84.4%)117 (15.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wakarusa

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wakarusa
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)4 (3.4%)
2 or 3 Rooms7 (1.1%)22 (18.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms131 (20.7%)36 (30.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms312 (49.4%)38 (32.5%)
8 or more Rooms182 (28.8%)17 (14.5%)
Total632 (100.0%)117 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wakarusa

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wakarusa
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas576 (91.1%)76 (65.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas6 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity45 (7.1%)41 (35.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels5 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total632 (100.0%)117 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Wakarusa

Household Vehicle Usage in Wakarusa
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle11 (1.7%)18 (15.4%)
1 Vehicle216 (34.2%)41 (35.0%)
2 Vehicles273 (43.2%)40 (34.2%)
3 or more Vehicles132 (20.9%)18 (15.4%)
Total632 (100.0%)117 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Wakarusa

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Wakarusa

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units185447
Median Property Value$150,500$188,300
Median Household Income$47,188$87
Monthly Housing Costs$492$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,281$11

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wakarusa

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wakarusa
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00048 (26.0%)5 (1.1%)
$50,000 to $99,99924 (13.0%)6 (1.3%)
$100,000 to $299,99987 (47.0%)383 (85.7%)
$300,000 to $499,99919 (10.3%)48 (10.7%)
$500,000 to $749,9997 (3.8%)5 (1.1%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total185 (100.0%)447 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wakarusa

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wakarusa
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)7 (1.6%)
$10,000 to $24,99940 (21.6%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99935 (18.9%)18 (4.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99933 (17.8%)23 (5.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99911 (5.9%)13 (2.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99923 (12.4%)120 (26.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99925 (13.5%)92 (20.6%)
$150,000 or more18 (9.7%)94 (21.0%)
Total185 (100.0%)447 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wakarusa

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wakarusa
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x90 (48.6%)83,365 (18,649.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x31 (16.8%)170 (38.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x16 (8.6%)184 (41.2%)
4.0x or more48 (26.0%)39 (8.7%)
Total185 (100.0%)447 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wakarusa

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wakarusa
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80060 (32.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49942 (22.7%)86 (19.2%)
$800 to $1,49974 (40.0%)139 (31.1%)
Total185 (100.0%)447 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Wakarusa

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wakarusa

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wakarusa
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years152 (83.5%)30 (16.5%)
6 to 18 Years443 (85.0%)78 (15.0%)
19 to 25 Years154 (90.1%)17 (9.9%)
26 to 34 Years258 (81.4%)59 (18.6%)
35 to 44 Years251 (64.5%)138 (35.5%)
45 to 54 Years211 (91.7%)19 (8.3%)
55 to 64 Years221 (83.7%)43 (16.3%)
65 to 74 Years174 (96.1%)7 (3.9%)
75 Years and older99 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,963 (83.4%)391 (16.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wakarusa

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wakarusa
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born152 (83.5%)30 (16.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen443 (85.0%)78 (15.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen154 (90.1%)17 (9.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wakarusa

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wakarusa
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000142 (86.6%)22 (13.4%)
$25,000 to $49,999261 (75.6%)84 (24.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999246 (74.1%)86 (25.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999342 (96.9%)11 (3.1%)
$100,000 and over972 (83.8%)188 (16.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wakarusa

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wakarusa
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 668 (37.4%)102 (56.0%)
6 to 18 Years74 (14.2%)377 (72.4%)
19 to 25 Years10 (5.9%)150 (87.7%)
25 to 34 Years35 (11.0%)223 (70.4%)
35 to 44 Years23 (5.9%)238 (61.2%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)211 (91.7%)
55 to 64 Years33 (12.5%)199 (75.4%)
65 to 74 Years169 (93.4%)88 (48.6%)
75 Years and over99 (100.0%)66 (66.7%)
Total511 (21.7%)1,654 (70.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wakarusa

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wakarusa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years40 (14.6%)10 (4.4%)
18 to 34 Years23 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years34 (8.4%)51 (10.6%)
65 to 74 Years17 (17.2%)11 (13.4%)
75 Years and over16 (47.1%)40 (61.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Wakarusa

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Wakarusa: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)5 (2.2%)
18 to 34 Years6 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years5 (1.2%)12 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years7 (7.1%)4 (4.9%)
75 Years and over10 (29.4%)24 (36.9%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Wakarusa: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years9 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)8 (1.7%)
65 to 74 Years5 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over4 (11.8%)7 (10.8%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Wakarusa: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years40 (14.6%)5 (2.2%)
18 to 34 Years6 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years4 (1.0%)17 (3.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)7 (8.5%)
75 Years and over9 (26.5%)25 (38.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Wakarusa: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years29 (7.2%)22 (4.6%)
65 to 74 Years10 (10.1%)7 (8.5%)
75 Years and over9 (26.5%)35 (53.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Wakarusa: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (1.5%)3 (0.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over5 (14.7%)10 (15.4%)

Technology Access in Wakarusa

Computing Device Access in Wakarusa

Computing Device Access in Wakarusa
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop64586.1%
Smartphone69793.1%
Tablet53671.6%
No Computing Device344.5%
Total749100.0%

Internet Access in Wakarusa

Internet Access in Wakarusa
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home54773.0%
Cellular Data Only8411.2%
Satellite Internet709.3%
No Internet537.1%
Total749100.0%

Wakarusa Summary

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

Geography

Wakarusa is located at 41°25'25" North, 85°51'45" West (41.423, -85.862). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 1.2 square miles (3.1 km2), all of it land.

History

Wakarusa was founded in 1837 by a group of settlers from Ohio. The town was named after the Wakarusa River, which flows through the area. The town was incorporated in 1867.
In the late 19th century, Wakarusa was a thriving agricultural community. The town was home to several grain mills, a sawmill, a flour mill, and a cider mill. The town also had a blacksmith shop, a general store, and a post office.

Economy

Today, Wakarusa is a small, rural community. The town is home to several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, a restaurant, and a gas station. The town also has a post office and a bank.
The town is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a plastics manufacturer, a metal fabricator, and a machine shop. The town is also home to a number of farms, which produce corn, soybeans, and wheat.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 1,845 people, 717 households, and 486 families residing in the town. The population density was 1,541.7 people per square mile (595.2/km2). There were 767 housing units at an average density of 637.5 per square mile (246.2/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
There were 717 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.2% were married couples living together, 11.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.2% were non-families. 28.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.56 and the average family size was 3.14.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 27.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 14.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.2 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $41,250, and the median income for a family was $50,000. Males had a median income of $35,000 versus $25,000 for females. The per capita income for the town was $19,845. About 5.2% of families and 7.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Wakarusa?
Total Population of Wakarusa is 2,488.
What is the Total Male Population of Wakarusa?
Total Male Population of Wakarusa is 1,211.
What is the Total Female Population of Wakarusa?
Total Female Population of Wakarusa is 1,277.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Wakarusa?
There are 94.83 Males per 100 Females in Wakarusa.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Wakarusa?
There are 105.45 Females per 100 Males in Wakarusa.
What is the Median Population Age in Wakarusa?
Median Population Age in Wakarusa is 37.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Wakarusa
Average Family Size in Wakarusa is 3.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Wakarusa
Average Household Size in Wakarusa is 3.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Wakarusa?
Per Capita income in Wakarusa is $31,073.
What is the Median Family Income in Wakarusa?
Median Family Income in Wakarusa is $90,000.
What is the Median Household income in Wakarusa?
Median Household Income in Wakarusa is $78,583.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Wakarusa?
Income or Wage Gap in Wakarusa is 41.7%.
Women in Wakarusa earn 58.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Wakarusa?
Inequality or Gini Index in Wakarusa is 0.39.
How Large is the Labor Force in Wakarusa?
There are 1,310 People in the Labor Forcein in Wakarusa.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Wakarusa?
69.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Wakarusa.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Wakarusa?
Unemployment Rate in Wakarusa is 11.0%.