West Lafayette, IN

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West Lafayette Overview

44,861
TOTAL POPULATION
24,837
MALE POPULATION
20,024
FEMALE POPULATION
124.04
MALES / 100 FEMALES
80.62
FEMALES / 100 MALES
21.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$21,559
PER CAPITA INCOME
$101,331
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$30,317
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
28.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
71.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$8,340
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.60
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
20,518
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
49.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

West Lafayette Zip Codes

West Lafayette Area Codes

Race in West Lafayette

The most populous races in West Lafayette are White / Caucasian (30,811 | 68.7%), Asian (9,465 | 21.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (2,179 | 4.9%).
Race in West Lafayette
Race# Population% Population
Asian9,46521.1%
Black / African American1,7163.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific140.0%
Hispanic or Latino2,1794.9%
Native / Alaskan1000.2%
White / Caucasian30,81168.7%
Two or more Races2,0834.6%
Some other Race6721.5%
Total44,861100.0%

Ancestry in West Lafayette

The most populous ancestries reported in West Lafayette are German (9,156 | 20.4%), Irish (4,342 | 9.7%), Thai (3,700 | 8.3%), Indian (Asian) (3,535 | 7.9%), and English (3,423 | 7.6%), together accounting for 53.8% of all West Lafayette residents.
Ancestry in West Lafayette
Ancestry# Population% Population
African1420.3%
Albanian530.1%
Aleut70.0%
American1,1132.5%
Arab5091.1%
Argentinean750.2%
Armenian570.1%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac20.0%
Australian270.1%
Austrian1320.3%
Belgian430.1%
Bhutanese5751.3%
Brazilian1200.3%
British4331.0%
Bulgarian90.0%
Burmese1,0612.4%
Canadian190.0%
Celtic300.1%
Central American1640.4%
Cherokee800.2%
Colombian3290.7%
Costa Rican190.0%
Croatian1290.3%
Cuban1300.3%
Czech3040.7%
Czechoslovakian460.1%
Danish960.2%
Dominican100.0%
Dutch7541.7%
Eastern European940.2%
Ecuadorian910.2%
Egyptian2830.6%
English3,4237.6%
Estonian200.0%
Ethiopian560.1%
European1,1292.5%
Filipino2670.6%
Finnish600.1%
French7231.6%
French Canadian1270.3%
German9,15620.4%
German Russian130.0%
Ghanaian1000.2%
Greek2730.6%
Guatemalan370.1%
Haitian150.0%
Honduran300.1%
Hungarian1310.3%
Icelander100.0%
Indian (Asian)3,5357.9%
Indonesian160.0%
Iranian1110.3%
Irish4,3429.7%
Iroquois20.0%
Israeli80.0%
Italian2,1494.8%
Jamaican550.1%
Jordanian200.0%
Kenyan1390.3%
Korean2230.5%
Laotian810.2%
Lebanese560.1%
Lithuanian1490.3%
Macedonian390.1%
Malaysian20.0%
Maltese80.0%
Mexican5681.3%
Mexican American Indian80.0%
Mongolian350.1%
Moroccan270.1%
Native Hawaiian210.1%
Nicaraguan330.1%
Nigerian3300.7%
Northern European50.0%
Norwegian3730.8%
Okinawan160.0%
Pakistani1470.3%
Palestinian400.1%
Panamanian370.1%
Peruvian1080.2%
Polish1,9644.4%
Portuguese2140.5%
Puerto Rican3160.7%
Romanian1070.2%
Russian3040.7%
Salvadoran80.0%
Samoan70.0%
Scandinavian670.2%
Scotch-Irish2800.6%
Scottish1,2902.9%
Serbian590.1%
Slavic270.1%
Slovak2530.6%
South American6991.6%
South American Indian320.1%
Spaniard1690.4%
Spanish320.1%
Sri Lankan3550.8%
Subsaharan African8321.8%
Swedish5691.3%
Swiss2710.6%
Syrian310.1%
Thai3,7008.3%
Turkish1830.4%
Ukrainian690.2%
Uruguayan200.0%
Venezuelan760.2%
Vietnamese160.0%
Welsh2930.6%
Yugoslavian340.1%
Zimbabwean570.1%
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Immigrants in West Lafayette

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in West Lafayette came from Asia (7,399 | 16.5%), Eastern Asia (3,547 | 7.9%), South Central Asia (2,992 | 6.7%), China (2,713 | 6.0%), and India (2,545 | 5.7%), together accounting for 42.8% of all West Lafayette residents.
Immigrants in West Lafayette
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa8561.9%
Argentina600.1%
Armenia220.1%
Asia7,39916.5%
Australia890.2%
Austria30.0%
Bangladesh900.2%
Belarus50.0%
Brazil1430.3%
Cambodia150.0%
Canada1560.4%
Caribbean370.1%
Central America2680.6%
Chile80.0%
China2,7136.0%
Colombia2470.5%
Costa Rica300.1%
Eastern Africa2140.5%
Eastern Asia3,5477.9%
Eastern Europe3640.8%
Ecuador290.1%
Egypt2340.5%
England50.0%
Ethiopia100.0%
Europe7181.6%
France110.0%
Germany620.1%
Ghana570.1%
Greece280.1%
Guatemala150.0%
Honduras430.1%
Hong Kong510.1%
India2,5455.7%
Indonesia850.2%
Iran640.1%
Italy230.1%
Jamaica290.1%
Japan1980.4%
Kazakhstan80.0%
Kenya1730.4%
Korea6361.4%
Kuwait520.1%
Latin America8571.9%
Lithuania400.1%
Malaysia560.1%
Mexico1360.3%
Nepal460.1%
Netherlands190.0%
Nigeria2930.6%
Northern Africa2340.5%
Northern Europe1450.3%
Oceania1060.2%
Pakistan1640.4%
Panama440.1%
Peru650.1%
Philippines220.1%
Poland290.1%
Portugal200.0%
Romania160.0%
Russia2740.6%
Saudi Arabia630.1%
Scotland280.1%
Singapore310.1%
South Africa130.0%
South America5521.2%
South Central Asia2,9926.7%
South Eastern Asia4881.1%
Southern Europe830.2%
Spain120.0%
Sri Lanka190.0%
Sweden280.1%
Switzerland310.1%
Syria170.0%
Taiwan2430.5%
Thailand1560.4%
Trinidad and Tobago80.0%
Turkey1680.4%
Vietnam1030.2%
Western Africa3500.8%
Western Asia3720.8%
Western Europe1260.3%
Zimbabwe200.0%
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Sex and Age in West Lafayette

Sex and Age in West Lafayette

The most populous age groups in West Lafayette are 20 to 24 Years (9,962 | 40.1%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (6,873 | 34.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in West Lafayette
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years509 (2.1%)372 (1.9%)
5 to 9 Years329 (1.3%)579 (2.9%)
10 to 14 Years571 (2.3%)652 (3.3%)
15 to 19 Years6,617 (26.6%)5,122 (25.6%)
20 to 24 Years9,962 (40.1%)6,873 (34.3%)
25 to 29 Years1,402 (5.6%)992 (5.0%)
30 to 34 Years1,021 (4.1%)563 (2.8%)
35 to 39 Years512 (2.1%)630 (3.2%)
40 to 44 Years605 (2.4%)466 (2.3%)
45 to 49 Years468 (1.9%)496 (2.5%)
50 to 54 Years527 (2.1%)584 (2.9%)
55 to 59 Years444 (1.8%)642 (3.2%)
60 to 64 Years477 (1.9%)260 (1.3%)
65 to 69 Years384 (1.5%)309 (1.5%)
70 to 74 Years374 (1.5%)465 (2.3%)
75 to 79 Years160 (0.6%)205 (1.0%)
80 to 84 Years84 (0.3%)197 (1.0%)
85 Years and over391 (1.6%)617 (3.1%)
Total24,837 (100.0%)20,024 (100.0%)

Families and Households in West Lafayette

Median Family Size in West Lafayette

The median family size in West Lafayette is 2.97 persons per family, with married-couple families (3,773 | 84.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.07 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (460 | 10.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.26 persons per family.
Median Family Size in West Lafayette
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple3,773 (84.4%)3.07
Single Male/Father237 (5.3%)2.65
Single Female/Mother460 (10.3%)2.26
Total Families4,470 (100.0%)2.97

Median Household Size in West Lafayette

The median household size in West Lafayette is 2.16 persons per household, with single male/father households (237 | 1.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.15 persons per household. non-family households (9,627 | 68.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.75 persons per household.
Median Household Size in West Lafayette
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple3,773 (26.8%)3.10
Single Male/Father237 (1.7%)3.15
Single Female/Mother460 (3.3%)2.46
Non-family9,627 (68.3%)1.75
Total Households14,097 (100.0%)2.16

Household Size by Marriage Status in West Lafayette

Out of a total of 14,097 households in West Lafayette, 4,470 (31.7%) are family households, while 9,627 (68.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,856, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 5,440.
Household Size by Marriage Status in West Lafayette
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-5,440 (38.6%)
2-Person Households1,856 (13.2%)2,286 (16.2%)
3-Person Households1,261 (8.9%)1,079 (7.6%)
4-Person Households965 (6.9%)664 (4.7%)
5-Person Households222 (1.6%)124 (0.9%)
6-Person Households143 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households23 (0.2%)34 (0.2%)
Total4,470 (31.7%)9,627 (68.3%)

Female Fertility in West Lafayette

Fertility by Age in West Lafayette

Average fertility rate in West Lafayette is 9.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 29.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 62.3% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in West Lafayette
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years81 (62.3%)10.0
35 to 50 years49 (37.7%)29.0
Total130 (100.0%)9.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in West Lafayette

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in West Lafayette
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years81 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total130 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in West Lafayette

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in West Lafayette
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School16 (12.3%)34.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree11 (8.5%)1.0
Bachelor's Degree59 (45.4%)27.0
Graduate Degree44 (33.9%)26.0
Total130 (100.0%)9.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in West Lafayette

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in West Lafayette
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total130 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in West Lafayette

Income Overview in West Lafayette

Per Capita Income in West Lafayette is $21,559, while median incomes of families and households are $101,331 and $30,317 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income44,861$21,559
Median Family Income4,470$101,331
Mean Family Income4,470$133,996
Median Household Income14,097$30,317
Mean Household Income14,097$63,804
Income Deficit4,470$8,340
Wage / Income Gap (%)44,86128.28%
Wage / Income Gap ($)44,86171.72¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index44,8610.60

Earnings by Sex in West Lafayette

Average Earnings in West Lafayette are $9,064, $10,383 for men and $7,447 for women, a difference of 28.3%.
Earnings by Sex in West Lafayette
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male16,999 (57.7%)$10,383
Female12,456 (42.3%)$7,447
Total29,455 (100.0%)$9,064

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in West Lafayette

The most common earnings brackets in West Lafayette are $2,499 or less for men (2,628 | 15.5%) and $2,499 or less for women (2,799 | 22.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in West Lafayette
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less2,628 (15.5%)2,799 (22.5%)
$2,500 to $4,9992,304 (13.6%)2,217 (17.8%)
$5,000 to $7,4992,138 (12.6%)1,238 (9.9%)
$7,500 to $9,9991,302 (7.7%)942 (7.6%)
$10,000 to $12,499832 (4.9%)671 (5.4%)
$12,500 to $14,999465 (2.7%)404 (3.2%)
$15,000 to $17,499491 (2.9%)589 (4.7%)
$17,500 to $19,999243 (1.4%)194 (1.6%)
$20,000 to $22,499693 (4.1%)275 (2.2%)
$22,500 to $24,999609 (3.6%)455 (3.6%)
$25,000 to $29,9991,123 (6.6%)387 (3.1%)
$30,000 to $34,999539 (3.2%)368 (2.9%)
$35,000 to $39,999213 (1.3%)148 (1.2%)
$40,000 to $44,999383 (2.2%)203 (1.6%)
$45,000 to $49,99995 (0.6%)124 (1.0%)
$50,000 to $54,999223 (1.3%)143 (1.1%)
$55,000 to $64,999418 (2.5%)315 (2.5%)
$65,000 to $74,999343 (2.0%)161 (1.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999434 (2.5%)302 (2.4%)
$100,000+1,523 (9.0%)521 (4.2%)
Total16,999 (100.0%)12,456 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in West Lafayette

Average earnings in West Lafayette are $55,031 for men and $35,323 for women, a difference of 35.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $81,689, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $31,458. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $55,205, while those with bachelor's degree education have the smallest earnings of $26,101.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in West Lafayette
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$31,458$0
High School Diploma$34,884$36,477
College or Associate's Degree$44,472$30,276
Bachelor's Degree$39,615$26,101
Graduate Degree$81,689$55,205
Total$55,031$35,323

Family Income in West Lafayette

Family Income Brackets in West Lafayette

According to the West Lafayette family income data, there are 916 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.5% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 94 families (2.1%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in West Lafayette
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000942.1%
$10,000 to $14,9991032.3%
$15,000 to $24,9991613.6%
$25,000 to $34,9993758.4%
$35,000 to $49,9992826.3%
$50,000 to $74,9994299.6%
$75,000 to $99,99975116.8%
$100,000 to $149,99988519.8%
$150,000 to $199,99947410.6%
$200,000+91620.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in West Lafayette

6-person families (100 | 2.2%) account for the highest median family income in West Lafayette with $230,738 per family, while 2-person families (1,974 | 44.2%) have the highest median income of $42,778 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in West Lafayette
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,974 (44.2%)$85,556
3-Person Families1,281 (28.7%)$89,344
4-Person Families869 (19.4%)$139,917
5-Person Families223 (5.0%)$179,293
6-Person Families100 (2.2%)$230,738
7+ Person Families23 (0.5%)$0
Total4,470 (100.0%)$101,331

Family Income by Number of Earners in West Lafayette

The median family income in West Lafayette is $101,331, with families comprising 2 earners (2,261) having the highest median family income of $135,638, while families with no earners (629) have the lowest median family income of $49,135, accounting for 50.6% and 14.1% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in West Lafayette
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners629 (14.1%)$49,135
1 Earner1,282 (28.7%)$85,425
2 Earners2,261 (50.6%)$135,638
3+ Earners298 (6.7%)$123,889
Total4,470 (100.0%)$101,331

Household Income in West Lafayette

Household Income Brackets in West Lafayette

With 3,144 households falling in the category, the less than $10,000 income range is the most frequent in West Lafayette, accounting for 22.3% of all households. In contrast, only 620 households (4.4%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in West Lafayette
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0003,14422.3%
$10,000 to $14,9999877.0%
$15,000 to $24,9992,10014.9%
$25,000 to $34,9991,42410.1%
$35,000 to $49,9991,1428.1%
$50,000 to $74,9991,1007.8%
$75,000 to $99,9991,42410.1%
$100,000 to $149,9991,1988.5%
$150,000 to $199,9996204.4%
$200,000+9596.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in West Lafayette

The median household income in West Lafayette is $30,317, with the highest median household income of $104,821 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,114 households (15.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $13,060, with 6,430 households (45.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in West Lafayette
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years6,430 (45.6%)$13,060
25 to 44 Years3,516 (24.9%)$51,079
45 to 64 Years2,114 (15.0%)$104,821
65+ Years2,037 (14.4%)$86,106
Total14,097 (100.0%)$30,317

Poverty in West Lafayette

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in West Lafayette

With 42.4% poverty level for males and 35.1% for females among the residents of West Lafayette, 18 to 24 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 6,149 males (71.4%) and 3,962 females (72.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in West Lafayette
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years43 (9.3%)13 (3.9%)
5 Years9 (22.0%)32 (20.3%)
6 to 11 Years44 (8.5%)2 (0.3%)
12 to 14 Years36 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years10 (7.9%)2 (1.9%)
16 and 17 Years3 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years6,149 (71.4%)3,962 (72.4%)
25 to 34 Years573 (24.9%)188 (12.8%)
35 to 44 Years113 (10.3%)115 (10.9%)
45 to 54 Years114 (11.5%)109 (10.1%)
55 to 64 Years88 (9.6%)107 (11.9%)
65 to 74 Years26 (3.5%)55 (7.1%)
75 Years and over24 (3.9%)136 (14.9%)
Total7,232 (42.4%)4,721 (35.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in West Lafayette

According to the poverty statistics in West Lafayette, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 98.9% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in West Lafayette
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years421 (90.7%)319 (96.1%)
5 Years32 (78.0%)126 (79.7%)
6 to 11 Years472 (91.5%)748 (99.7%)
12 to 14 Years307 (89.5%)319 (100.0%)
15 Years117 (92.1%)101 (98.1%)
16 and 17 Years274 (98.9%)125 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years2,464 (28.6%)1,511 (27.6%)
25 to 34 Years1,726 (75.1%)1,281 (87.2%)
35 to 44 Years986 (89.7%)939 (89.1%)
45 to 54 Years881 (88.5%)971 (89.9%)
55 to 64 Years833 (90.4%)795 (88.1%)
65 to 74 Years719 (96.5%)714 (92.8%)
75 Years and over598 (96.1%)775 (85.1%)
Total9,830 (57.6%)8,724 (64.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in West Lafayette

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in West Lafayette show that 4.7% or 176 of the total 3,773 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 4.9%, comprising of 72 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in West Lafayette
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,919 (95.1%)98 (4.9%)
1 or 2 Children1,392 (95.1%)72 (4.9%)
3 or 4 Children275 (97.9%)6 (2.1%)
5 or more Children11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,597 (95.3%)176 (4.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in West Lafayette

According to the poverty data in West Lafayette, 17.3% or 41 single-father households and 22.8% or 105 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 41 households (42.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 households (63.3%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in West Lafayette
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children41 (42.3%)66 (27.2%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)20 (10.7%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)19 (63.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total41 (17.3%)105 (22.8%)

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

The poverty data for West Lafayette shows that 176 of the married-couple family households (4.7%) and 146 of the single-parent households (20.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 72 households (4.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 household (35.2%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in West Lafayette
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children98 (4.9%)107 (31.5%)
1 or 2 Children72 (4.9%)20 (6.6%)
3 or 4 Children6 (2.1%)19 (35.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total176 (4.7%)146 (20.9%)

Employment Characteristics in West Lafayette

Employment by Class of Employer in West Lafayette

Among the 18,216 employed individuals in West Lafayette, private company employees (9,438 | 51.8%), state government employees (5,033 | 27.6%), and not-for-profit organizations (2,107 | 11.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in West Lafayette
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees9,43851.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)3041.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)4052.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations2,10711.6%
Local Government Employees7964.4%
State Government Employees5,03327.6%
Federal Government Employees1050.6%
Unpaid Family Workers280.2%
Total18,216100.0%

Employment Status by Age in West Lafayette

According to the labor force statistics for West Lafayette, out of the total population over 16 years of age (41,619), 49.3% or 20,518 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.3% or 677 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 81.9% or 1,812 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 7.3% or 276 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in West Lafayette
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years3,786 (32.9%)276 (7.3%)
20 to 24 Years8,316 (49.4%)233 (2.8%)
25 to 29 Years1,886 (78.8%)8 (0.4%)
30 to 34 Years1,178 (74.4%)8 (0.7%)
35 to 44 Years1,812 (81.9%)34 (1.9%)
45 to 54 Years1,633 (78.7%)47 (2.9%)
55 to 59 Years758 (69.8%)29 (3.8%)
60 to 64 Years496 (67.3%)36 (7.3%)
65 to 74 Years525 (34.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over127 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total20,518 (49.3%)677 (3.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in West Lafayette

According to labor force statistics for West Lafayette, 77.0% of individuals (7,769) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (10,089) are in the labor force, with 2.1% or 163 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 82.4% or 6,290 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.6% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in West Lafayette
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School144 (52.7%)15 (5.6%)
High School Diploma375 (61.5%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree954 (60.7%)74 (4.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher6,290 (82.4%)137 (1.8%)
Total7,769 (77.0%)212 (2.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in West Lafayette

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in West Lafayette are Community & Social Service (5,092 | 25.7%), Education Instruction & Library (4,448 | 22.4%), Computers, Engineering & Science (2,830 | 14.3%), Life, Physical & Social Science (1,147 | 5.8%), and Management (1,141 | 5.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in West Lafayette

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in West Lafayette, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (85.1%), Computers, Engineering & Science (77.8%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (76.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (80.7%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (61.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in West Lafayette
OccupationMaleFemale
Management685 (60.0%)456 (40.0%)
Business & Financial543 (61.5%)340 (38.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science2,202 (77.8%)628 (22.2%)
Computers & Mathematics636 (72.6%)240 (27.4%)
Architecture & Engineering687 (85.1%)120 (14.9%)
Life, Physical & Social Science879 (76.6%)268 (23.4%)
Community & Social Service 2,717 (53.4%)2,375 (46.6%)
Education, Arts & Media36 (19.3%)151 (80.7%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library2,519 (56.6%)1,929 (43.4%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment162 (38.5%)259 (61.5%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating324 (42.9%)431 (57.1%)
Health Technologists177 (39.3%)273 (60.7%)
Total (Category)6,471 (60.5%)4,230 (39.5%)
Total (Overall)11,250 (56.8%)8,575 (43.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in West Lafayette are Food Preparation & Serving (2,123 | 10.7%), Personal Care & Service (950 | 4.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (459 | 2.3%), Healthcare Support (378 | 1.9%), and Security & Protection (217 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations in West Lafayette

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in West Lafayette, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (72.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (69.7%), and Security & Protection (52.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (76.7%), Firefighting & Prevention (61.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (57.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in West Lafayette
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support88 (23.3%)290 (76.7%)
Security & Protection113 (52.1%)104 (47.9%)
Firefighting & Prevention51 (38.6%)81 (61.4%)
Law Enforcement62 (72.9%)23 (27.1%)
Food Preparation & Serving895 (42.2%)1,228 (57.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance320 (69.7%)139 (30.3%)
Personal Care & Service431 (45.4%)519 (54.6%)
Total (Category)1,847 (44.8%)2,280 (55.2%)
Total (Overall)11,250 (56.8%)8,575 (43.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in West Lafayette are Office & Administration (1,752 | 8.8%), and Sales & Related (1,413 | 7.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in West Lafayette

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in West Lafayette
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related706 (50.0%)707 (50.0%)
Office & Administration837 (47.8%)915 (52.2%)
Total (Category)1,543 (48.7%)1,622 (51.2%)
Total (Overall)11,250 (56.8%)8,575 (43.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in West Lafayette are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (238 | 1.2%), Construction & Extraction (169 | 0.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (144 | 0.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in West Lafayette

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in West Lafayette
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry66 (45.8%)78 (54.2%)
Construction & Extraction134 (79.3%)35 (20.7%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair204 (85.7%)34 (14.3%)
Total (Category)404 (73.3%)147 (26.7%)
Total (Overall)11,250 (56.8%)8,575 (43.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in West Lafayette are Production (651 | 3.3%), Material Moving (369 | 1.9%), and Transportation (261 | 1.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in West Lafayette

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in West Lafayette
OccupationMaleFemale
Production493 (75.7%)158 (24.3%)
Transportation231 (88.5%)30 (11.5%)
Material Moving261 (70.7%)108 (29.3%)
Total (Category)985 (76.9%)296 (23.1%)
Total (Overall)11,250 (56.8%)8,575 (43.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in West Lafayette

Employment Industries in West Lafayette

The major employment industries in West Lafayette include Educational Services (7,800 | 39.3%), Accommodation & Food Services (2,497 | 12.6%), Retail Trade (1,715 | 8.6%), Manufacturing (1,679 | 8.5%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (1,400 | 7.1%).
Employment Industries in West Lafayette

Employment Industries by Sex in West Lafayette

The West Lafayette industries that see more men than women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Construction (88.6%), and Utilities (80.6%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (63.6%), Administrative & Support (56.0%), and Information (54.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in West Lafayette
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting164 (67.8%)78 (32.2%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction310 (88.6%)40 (11.4%)
Manufacturing1,267 (75.5%)412 (24.5%)
Wholesale Trade112 (72.7%)42 (27.3%)
Retail Trade826 (48.2%)889 (51.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing403 (76.9%)121 (23.1%)
Utilities108 (80.6%)26 (19.4%)
Information92 (45.3%)111 (54.7%)
Finance & Insurance214 (70.2%)91 (29.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing151 (65.1%)81 (34.9%)
Professional & Scientific847 (72.8%)316 (27.2%)
Enterprise Management9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support109 (44.0%)139 (56.0%)
Educational Services4,364 (55.9%)3,436 (44.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance510 (36.4%)890 (63.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation337 (63.3%)195 (36.6%)
Accommodation & Food Services1,159 (46.4%)1,338 (53.6%)
Public Administration101 (51.8%)94 (48.2%)
Total11,250 (56.8%)8,575 (43.2%)

Education in West Lafayette

School Enrollment in West Lafayette

The most common levels of schooling among the 31,802 students in West Lafayette are college / undergraduate (24,205 | 76.1%), graduate / professional (4,392 | 13.8%), and middle school (1,035 | 3.3%).
School Enrollment in West Lafayette
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool3741.2%
Kindergarten1100.4%
Elementary School7652.4%
Middle School1,0353.3%
High School9212.9%
College / Undergraduate24,20576.1%
Graduate / Professional4,39213.8%
Total31,802100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in West Lafayette

Out of a total of 31,802 students who are enrolled in schools in West Lafayette, 1,208 (3.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 30,594 (96.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 116 (46.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 10,769 (98.9% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in West Lafayette
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds133 (53.4%)116 (46.6%)
5 to 9 Year Old627 (70.8%)259 (29.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,040 (85.0%)183 (15.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds732 (97.6%)18 (2.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds10,769 (98.9%)123 (1.1%)
20 to 24 Year Olds14,895 (98.0%)302 (2.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds2,147 (97.7%)50 (2.3%)
35 Years and over235 (57.6%)173 (42.4%)
Total30,594 (96.2%)1,208 (3.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in West Lafayette

Engineering (1,944 | 19.3%), bio, nature & agricultural (1,356 | 13.5%), business (937 | 9.3%), education (907 | 9.0%), and physical & health sciences (866 | 8.6%) are the most common fields of study among 10,061 individuals in West Lafayette who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in West Lafayette
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics5895.9%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1,35613.5%
Physical & Health Sciences8668.6%
Psychology3343.3%
Social Sciences5535.5%
Engineering1,94419.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies810.8%
Science & Technology7767.7%
Business9379.3%
Education9079.0%
Literature & Languages5425.4%
Liberal Arts & History4104.1%
Visual & Performing Arts2422.4%
Communications1931.9%
Arts & Humanities3313.3%
Total10,061100.0%

Transportation & Commute in West Lafayette

Vehicle Availability by Sex in West Lafayette

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in West Lafayette are males with 2 vehicles (2,816, accounting for 32.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,200, making up 49.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in West Lafayette
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle857 (9.9%)363 (6.3%)
1 Vehicle2,721 (31.3%)1,875 (32.8%)
2 Vehicles2,816 (32.4%)2,200 (38.4%)
3 Vehicles1,274 (14.7%)829 (14.5%)
4 Vehicles624 (7.2%)459 (8.0%)
5 or more Vehicles393 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total8,685 (100.0%)5,726 (100.0%)

Commute Time in West Lafayette

The most frequently occuring commute durations in West Lafayette are 10 to 14 minutes (4,459 commuters, 27.5%), 15 to 19 minutes (4,109 commuters, 25.3%), and 5 to 9 minutes (2,888 commuters, 17.8%).
Commute Time in West Lafayette
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes8265.1%
5 to 9 Minutes2,88817.8%
10 to 14 Minutes4,45927.5%
15 to 19 Minutes4,10925.3%
20 to 24 Minutes1,92011.8%
25 to 29 Minutes4792.9%
30 to 34 Minutes5893.6%
35 to 39 Minutes430.3%
40 to 44 Minutes2861.8%
45 to 59 Minutes3212.0%
60 to 89 Minutes2601.6%
90 or more Minutes530.3%

Commute Time by Sex in West Lafayette

The most common commute times in West Lafayette are 10 to 14 minutes (2,744 commuters, 29.0%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (1,782 commuters, 26.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in West Lafayette
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes323 (3.4%)503 (7.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes1,614 (17.1%)1,274 (18.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes2,744 (29.0%)1,715 (25.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes2,327 (24.6%)1,782 (26.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes1,132 (12.0%)788 (11.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes290 (3.1%)189 (2.8%)
30 to 34 Minutes409 (4.3%)180 (2.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes7 (0.1%)36 (0.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes269 (2.9%)17 (0.3%)
45 to 59 Minutes150 (1.6%)171 (2.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes157 (1.7%)103 (1.5%)
90 or more Minutes24 (0.3%)29 (0.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in West Lafayette

The most frequent times of departure to work in West Lafayette are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (1,476, 15.6%) for males and 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM (1,097, 16.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in West Lafayette
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM235 (2.5%)319 (4.7%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM17 (0.2%)14 (0.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM298 (3.2%)108 (1.6%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM347 (3.7%)160 (2.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM517 (5.5%)124 (1.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM638 (6.8%)599 (8.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM713 (7.5%)778 (11.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM1,081 (11.4%)755 (11.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM1,230 (13.0%)412 (6.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM1,375 (14.6%)1,097 (16.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM512 (5.4%)372 (5.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM199 (2.1%)359 (5.3%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM1,476 (15.6%)847 (12.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM808 (8.6%)843 (12.4%)
Total9,446 (100.0%)6,787 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in West Lafayette

Occupancy by Ownership in West Lafayette

Of the total 14,097 dwellings in West Lafayette, owner-occupied units account for 4,154 (29.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 9,943 (70.5%).
Occupancy by Ownership in West Lafayette
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units4,15429.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units9,94370.5%
Total Occupied Housing Units14,097100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in West Lafayette

Occupancy by Household Size in West Lafayette
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household5,44038.6%
2-Person Household4,14229.4%
3-Person Household2,34016.6%
4+ Person Household2,17515.4%
Total Housing Units14,097100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in West Lafayette

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in West Lafayette
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household925 (17.0%)4,515 (83.0%)
2-Person Household1,253 (30.2%)2,889 (69.8%)
3-Person Household878 (37.5%)1,462 (62.5%)
4+ Person Household1,098 (50.5%)1,077 (49.5%)
Total Housing Units4,154 (29.5%)9,943 (70.5%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in West Lafayette

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in West Lafayette
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School8 (7.2%)103 (92.8%)
High School Diploma238 (12.1%)1,731 (87.9%)
College/Associate Degree668 (14.3%)3,988 (85.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher3,240 (44.0%)4,121 (56.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in West Lafayette

Occupancy by Age of Householder in West Lafayette
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years8,71561.8%
35 to 44 Years1,2318.7%
45 to 54 Years1,0197.2%
55 to 64 Years1,0957.8%
65 to 74 Years9496.7%
75 to 84 Years4012.8%
85 Years and Over6874.9%
Total14,097100.0%

Housing Finances in West Lafayette

Median Income by Occupancy in West Lafayette

Median Income by Occupancy in West Lafayette
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied4,154 (29.5%)$115,833
Renter-Occupied9,943 (70.5%)$20,939
Average14,097 (100.0%)$30,317

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in West Lafayette

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in West Lafayette
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0006 (0.1%)2,095 (21.1%)
$5,000 to $9,9997 (0.2%)1,029 (10.3%)
$10,000 to $14,99933 (0.8%)948 (9.5%)
$15,000 to $19,99966 (1.6%)551 (5.5%)
$20,000 to $24,99947 (1.1%)1,440 (14.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999277 (6.7%)1,146 (11.5%)
$35,000 to $49,999118 (2.8%)1,026 (10.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999303 (7.3%)798 (8.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999877 (21.1%)543 (5.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999965 (23.2%)238 (2.4%)
$150,000 or more1,455 (35.0%)129 (1.3%)
Total4,154 (100.0%)9,943 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in West Lafayette

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in West Lafayette
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30051 (1.2%)119 (1.2%)
$300 to $499431 (10.4%)261 (2.6%)
$500 to $7991,165 (28.1%)1,776 (17.9%)
$800 to $999344 (8.3%)2,219 (22.3%)
$1,000 to $1,499647 (15.6%)3,497 (35.2%)
$1,500 to $1,999720 (17.3%)1,133 (11.4%)
$2,000 to $2,499483 (11.6%)380 (3.8%)
$2,500 to $2,999194 (4.7%)186 (1.9%)
$3,000 or more119 (2.9%)218 (2.2%)
Total4,154 (100.0%)9,943 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in West Lafayette

Housing Structures in West Lafayette

Housing Structures in West Lafayette
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached4,93435.0%
Single Unit, Attached2531.8%
2 Unit Apartments4553.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments5674.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1,76212.5%
10 or more Apartments6,07843.1%
Mobile Home / Other480.3%
Total14,097100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in West Lafayette

Housing Structures by Occupancy in West Lafayette
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached3,843 (77.9%)1,091 (22.1%)
Single Unit, Attached143 (56.5%)110 (43.5%)
2 Unit Apartments36 (7.9%)419 (92.1%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments51 (9.0%)516 (91.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments7 (0.4%)1,755 (99.6%)
10 or more Apartments55 (0.9%)6,023 (99.1%)
Mobile Home / Other19 (39.6%)29 (60.4%)
Total4,154 (29.5%)9,943 (70.5%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in West Lafayette

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in West Lafayette
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)895 (9.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms14 (0.3%)2,713 (27.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms529 (12.7%)4,151 (41.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,240 (29.8%)1,278 (12.9%)
8 or more Rooms2,371 (57.1%)906 (9.1%)
Total4,154 (100.0%)9,943 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in West Lafayette

Housing Structure by Heating Type in West Lafayette
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas3,525 (84.9%)3,055 (30.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas99 (2.4%)127 (1.3%)
Electricity530 (12.8%)6,591 (66.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)7 (0.1%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)81 (0.8%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)82 (0.8%)
Total4,154 (100.0%)9,943 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in West Lafayette

Household Vehicle Usage in West Lafayette
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle95 (2.3%)2,117 (21.3%)
1 Vehicle1,226 (29.5%)4,518 (45.4%)
2 Vehicles1,973 (47.5%)1,922 (19.3%)
3 or more Vehicles860 (20.7%)1,386 (13.9%)
Total4,154 (100.0%)9,943 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in West Lafayette

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in West Lafayette

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,7352,419
Median Property Value$253,600$326,300
Median Household Income$97,124$906
Monthly Housing Costs$589$119
Real Estate Taxes$2,709$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in West Lafayette

Property Value by Mortgage Status in West Lafayette
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00021 (1.2%)11 (0.4%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)48 (2.0%)
$100,000 to $299,9991,020 (58.8%)939 (38.8%)
$300,000 to $499,999528 (30.4%)1,134 (46.9%)
$500,000 to $749,999166 (9.6%)214 (8.8%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)66 (2.7%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)7 (0.3%)
Total1,735 (100.0%)2,419 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in West Lafayette

Household Income by Mortgage Status in West Lafayette
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0007 (0.4%)53 (2.2%)
$10,000 to $24,999102 (5.9%)6 (0.3%)
$25,000 to $34,999181 (10.4%)44 (1.8%)
$35,000 to $49,99962 (3.6%)96 (4.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999136 (7.8%)56 (2.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999414 (23.9%)167 (6.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999284 (16.4%)463 (19.1%)
$150,000 or more549 (31.6%)681 (28.1%)
Total1,735 (100.0%)2,419 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in West Lafayette

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in West Lafayette
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x688 (39.7%)130,814 (5,407.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x385 (22.2%)933 (38.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x265 (15.3%)753 (31.1%)
4.0x or more397 (22.9%)373 (15.4%)
Total1,735 (100.0%)2,419 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in West Lafayette

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in West Lafayette
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80047 (2.7%)6 (0.3%)
$800 to $1,499252 (14.5%)181 (7.5%)
$800 to $1,4991,393 (80.3%)356 (14.7%)
Total1,735 (100.0%)2,419 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in West Lafayette

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Lafayette

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Lafayette
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years1,072 (99.3%)8 (0.7%)
6 to 18 Years7,285 (96.8%)238 (3.2%)
19 to 25 Years23,184 (97.6%)563 (2.4%)
26 to 34 Years3,025 (94.2%)186 (5.8%)
35 to 44 Years2,079 (93.9%)134 (6.1%)
45 to 54 Years1,926 (93.1%)142 (6.9%)
55 to 64 Years1,798 (98.6%)25 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years1,502 (99.2%)12 (0.8%)
75 Years and older1,533 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total43,404 (97.1%)1,308 (2.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in West Lafayette

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in West Lafayette
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born1,072 (99.3%)8 (0.7%)
Foreign Born, Citizen7,285 (96.8%)238 (3.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen23,184 (97.6%)563 (2.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in West Lafayette

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in West Lafayette
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00010,744 (97.5%)277 (2.5%)
$25,000 to $49,9994,515 (91.4%)423 (8.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9992,501 (96.4%)93 (3.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,276 (99.4%)20 (0.6%)
$100,000 and over8,553 (99.5%)44 (0.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Lafayette

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Lafayette
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6249 (23.1%)846 (78.3%)
6 to 18 Years492 (6.5%)6,907 (91.8%)
19 to 25 Years679 (2.9%)22,669 (95.5%)
25 to 34 Years215 (6.7%)2,948 (91.8%)
35 to 44 Years173 (7.8%)1,957 (88.4%)
45 to 54 Years244 (11.8%)1,744 (84.3%)
55 to 64 Years388 (21.3%)1,469 (80.6%)
65 to 74 Years1,420 (93.8%)982 (64.9%)
75 Years and over1,533 (100.0%)945 (61.6%)
Total5,393 (12.1%)40,467 (90.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in West Lafayette

Disability Status by Sex by Age in West Lafayette
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years27 (2.0%)35 (2.3%)
18 to 34 Years745 (4.0%)715 (5.4%)
35 to 64 Years292 (9.7%)254 (8.3%)
65 to 74 Years94 (12.6%)123 (16.0%)
75 Years and over433 (69.6%)585 (64.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in West Lafayette

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in West Lafayette: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)20 (1.3%)
18 to 34 Years45 (0.2%)67 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years92 (3.0%)62 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years42 (5.6%)63 (8.2%)
75 Years and over204 (32.8%)154 (16.9%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in West Lafayette: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years87 (0.5%)24 (0.2%)
35 to 64 Years10 (0.3%)19 (0.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)45 (5.9%)
75 Years and over135 (21.7%)70 (7.7%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in West Lafayette: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years27 (2.0%)15 (1.0%)
18 to 34 Years407 (2.2%)621 (4.7%)
35 to 64 Years185 (6.1%)62 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years21 (2.8%)36 (4.7%)
75 Years and over7 (1.1%)115 (12.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in West Lafayette: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years8 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years22 (0.1%)15 (0.1%)
35 to 64 Years51 (1.7%)209 (6.8%)
65 to 74 Years33 (4.4%)15 (1.9%)
75 Years and over274 (44.1%)266 (29.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in West Lafayette: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years8 (0.6%)9 (0.6%)
18 to 34 Years13 (0.1%)8 (0.1%)
35 to 64 Years16 (0.5%)33 (1.1%)
65 to 74 Years27 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over170 (27.3%)127 (13.9%)

Technology Access in West Lafayette

Computing Device Access in West Lafayette

Computing Device Access in West Lafayette
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop12,42488.1%
Smartphone13,35394.7%
Tablet9,12864.7%
No Computing Device3772.7%
Total14,097100.0%

Internet Access in West Lafayette

Internet Access in West Lafayette
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home9,47767.2%
Cellular Data Only2,83620.1%
Satellite Internet6924.9%
No Internet1,57211.2%
Total14,097100.0%

West Lafayette Summary

West Lafayette, Indiana is a city located in Tippecanoe County, Indiana, United States. It is part of the Lafayette, Indiana Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 29,596. It is the most densely populated city in Indiana and is home to Purdue University.

History

West Lafayette was founded in 1838 by William Digby, a Quaker from North Carolina. He purchased land from the Native Americans and established a trading post. The town was originally called Chauncey, but was later renamed West Lafayette in 1845. The city was incorporated in 1888.
In the late 19th century, West Lafayette was a major center for the production of agricultural products, including wheat, corn, and oats. The city was also home to several manufacturing companies, including the West Lafayette Foundry and Machine Works, which produced farm implements and other machinery.

Geography

West Lafayette is located in the western part of Tippecanoe County, Indiana, at 40°25'N 86°52'W (40.4139, -86.8667). The city is situated on the banks of the Wabash River, which forms the border between Indiana and Illinois. The city has a total area of 8.7 square miles (22.5 km2), of which 8.6 square miles (22.3 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km2) is water.

Economy

West Lafayette is home to Purdue University, which is the largest employer in the city. Other major employers include the city government, the Tippecanoe County government, and local businesses. The city also has a thriving retail sector, with several shopping centers and malls.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 29,596 people, 11,945 households, and 5,845 families residing in the city. The population density was 3,427.2 people per square mile (1,323.2/km2). There were 12,844 housing units at an average density of 1,478.3 per square mile (571.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 79.2% White, 8.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 8.9% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.8% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.3% of the population.
There were 11,945 households, out of which 20.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.2% were married couples living together, 8.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 51.3% were non-families. 36.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.17 and the average family size was 2.86.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 17.2% under the age of 18, 28.2% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 17.2% from 45 to 64, and 9.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 25 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,945, and the median income for a family was $58,821. Males had a median income of $40,821 versus $30,845 for females. The per capita income for the city was $20,845. About 8.2% of families and 22.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.2% of those under age 18 and 5.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of West Lafayette?
Total Population of West Lafayette is 44,861.
What is the Total Male Population of West Lafayette?
Total Male Population of West Lafayette is 24,837.
What is the Total Female Population of West Lafayette?
Total Female Population of West Lafayette is 20,024.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in West Lafayette?
There are 124.04 Males per 100 Females in West Lafayette.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in West Lafayette?
There are 80.62 Females per 100 Males in West Lafayette.
What is the Median Population Age in West Lafayette?
Median Population Age in West Lafayette is 21.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in West Lafayette
Average Family Size in West Lafayette is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in West Lafayette
Average Household Size in West Lafayette is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in West Lafayette?
Per Capita income in West Lafayette is $21,559.
What is the Median Family Income in West Lafayette?
Median Family Income in West Lafayette is $101,331.
What is the Median Household income in West Lafayette?
Median Household Income in West Lafayette is $30,317.
What is Income or Wage Gap in West Lafayette?
Income or Wage Gap in West Lafayette is 28.3%.
Women in West Lafayette earn 71.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in West Lafayette?
Family Income Deficit in West Lafayette is $8,340.
Families that are below poverty line in West Lafayette earn $8,340 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in West Lafayette?
Inequality or Gini Index in West Lafayette is 0.60.
How Large is the Labor Force in West Lafayette?
There are 20,518 People in the Labor Forcein in West Lafayette.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in West Lafayette?
49.3% of People are in the Labor Force in West Lafayette.
What is the Unemployment Rate in West Lafayette?
Unemployment Rate in West Lafayette is 3.3%.