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8,556
TOTAL POPULATION
4,353
MALE POPULATION
4,203
FEMALE POPULATION
103.57
MALES / 100 FEMALES
96.55
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,602
PER CAPITA INCOME
$58,011
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$48,514
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
9.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
90.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$8,200
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,186
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Independence Zip Codes

Independence Area Codes

Race in Independence

The most populous races in Independence are White / Caucasian (7,032 | 82.2%), Hispanic or Latino (663 | 7.7%), and Two or more Races (639 | 7.5%).
Race in Independence
Race# Population% Population
Asian140.2%
Black / African American5085.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino6637.7%
Native / Alaskan1021.2%
White / Caucasian7,03282.2%
Two or more Races6397.5%
Some other Race2613.0%
Total8,556100.0%

Ancestry in Independence

The most populous ancestries reported in Independence are German (1,983 | 23.2%), Irish (1,355 | 15.8%), English (1,149 | 13.4%), American (845 | 9.9%), and Mexican (503 | 5.9%), together accounting for 68.2% of all Independence residents.
Ancestry in Independence
Ancestry# Population% Population
African1011.2%
American8459.9%
Armenian180.2%
Bhutanese160.2%
British570.7%
Burmese90.1%
Canadian100.1%
Central American190.2%
Cherokee2543.0%
Creek230.3%
Danish160.2%
Dutch640.7%
Eastern European230.3%
English1,14913.4%
European1441.7%
Finnish400.5%
French2222.6%
French Canadian50.1%
German1,98323.2%
Greek10.0%
Honduran80.1%
Irish1,35515.8%
Italian2232.6%
Korean991.2%
Mexican5035.9%
Native Hawaiian530.6%
Nicaraguan110.1%
Norwegian1091.3%
Polish190.2%
Potawatomi240.3%
Puerto Rican891.0%
Romanian10.0%
Russian350.4%
Scandinavian851.0%
Scotch-Irish90.1%
Scottish2322.7%
South American490.6%
Subsaharan African1011.2%
Swedish871.0%
Swiss190.2%
Venezuelan490.6%
Welsh100.1%
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Immigrants in Independence

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Independence came from Latin America (20 | 0.2%), Asia (16 | 0.2%), England (12 | 0.1%), Europe (12 | 0.1%), and Northern Europe (12 | 0.1%), together accounting for 0.8% of all Independence residents.
Immigrants in Independence
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia160.2%
Canada90.1%
Central America90.1%
Eastern Asia90.1%
England120.1%
Europe120.1%
Korea90.1%
Latin America200.2%
Mexico90.1%
Northern Europe120.1%
Philippines70.1%
South America110.1%
South Eastern Asia70.1%
Venezuela110.1%
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Sex and Age in Independence

Sex and Age in Independence

The most populous age groups in Independence are 10 to 14 Years (458 | 10.5%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (351 | 8.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Independence
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years249 (5.7%)143 (3.4%)
5 to 9 Years261 (6.0%)344 (8.2%)
10 to 14 Years458 (10.5%)205 (4.9%)
15 to 19 Years388 (8.9%)136 (3.2%)
20 to 24 Years379 (8.7%)298 (7.1%)
25 to 29 Years350 (8.0%)257 (6.1%)
30 to 34 Years317 (7.3%)176 (4.2%)
35 to 39 Years288 (6.6%)313 (7.4%)
40 to 44 Years159 (3.6%)219 (5.2%)
45 to 49 Years157 (3.6%)244 (5.8%)
50 to 54 Years233 (5.3%)241 (5.7%)
55 to 59 Years161 (3.7%)351 (8.4%)
60 to 64 Years364 (8.4%)319 (7.6%)
65 to 69 Years144 (3.3%)182 (4.3%)
70 to 74 Years221 (5.1%)346 (8.2%)
75 to 79 Years91 (2.1%)207 (4.9%)
80 to 84 Years75 (1.7%)85 (2.0%)
85 Years and over58 (1.3%)137 (3.3%)
Total4,353 (100.0%)4,203 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Independence

Median Family Size in Independence

The median family size in Independence is 2.97 persons per family, with single female/mother families (549 | 25.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.04 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (172 | 8.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.24 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Independence
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,403 (66.0%)3.03
Single Male/Father172 (8.1%)2.24
Single Female/Mother549 (25.9%)3.04
Total Families2,124 (100.0%)2.97

Median Household Size in Independence

The median household size in Independence is 2.24 persons per household, with single female/mother households (549 | 14.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.21 persons per household. non-family households (1,608 | 43.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Independence
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,403 (37.6%)3.03
Single Male/Father172 (4.6%)2.49
Single Female/Mother549 (14.7%)3.21
Non-family1,608 (43.1%)1.19
Total Households3,732 (100.0%)2.24

Household Size by Marriage Status in Independence

Out of a total of 3,732 households in Independence, 2,124 (56.9%) are family households, while 1,608 (43.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,233, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,337.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Independence
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,337 (35.8%)
2-Person Households1,233 (33.0%)235 (6.3%)
3-Person Households420 (11.3%)36 (1.0%)
4-Person Households207 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households199 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households49 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households16 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,124 (56.9%)1,608 (43.1%)

Female Fertility in Independence

Fertility by Age in Independence

Average fertility rate in Independence is 26.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 59.0 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 Independence
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years43 (100.0%)59.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total43 (100.0%)26.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Independence

88.4% of women with births (43) in Independence are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 11.6% 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 11.6% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Independence
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years38 (88.4%)5 (11.6%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total38 (88.4%)5 (11.6%)

Fertility by Education in Independence

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Independence
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School5 (11.6%)32.0
High School Diploma4 (9.3%)9.0
College or Associate's Degree34 (79.1%)47.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total43 (100.0%)26.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Independence

11.6% of women with births in Independence are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Independence
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
High School Diploma4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total38 (88.4%)5 (11.6%)

Income in Independence

Income Overview in Independence

Per Capita Income in Independence is $27,602, while median incomes of families and households are $58,011 and $48,514 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income8,556$27,602
Median Family Income2,124$58,011
Mean Family Income2,124$72,502
Median Household Income3,732$48,514
Mean Household Income3,732$61,382
Income Deficit2,124$8,200
Wage / Income Gap (%)8,5569.55%
Wage / Income Gap ($)8,55690.45¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index8,5560.41

Earnings by Sex in Independence

Average Earnings in Independence are $30,081, $31,875 for men and $28,830 for women, a difference of 9.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Independence
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,396 (52.8%)$31,875
Female2,144 (47.2%)$28,830
Total4,540 (100.0%)$30,081

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Independence

The most common earnings brackets in Independence are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (290 | 12.1%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (236 | 11.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Independence
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less111 (4.6%)139 (6.5%)
$2,500 to $4,999254 (10.6%)92 (4.3%)
$5,000 to $7,49979 (3.3%)99 (4.6%)
$7,500 to $9,99936 (1.5%)42 (2.0%)
$10,000 to $12,499151 (6.3%)83 (3.9%)
$12,500 to $14,999126 (5.3%)158 (7.4%)
$15,000 to $17,49943 (1.8%)127 (5.9%)
$17,500 to $19,99969 (2.9%)99 (4.6%)
$20,000 to $22,499116 (4.8%)57 (2.7%)
$22,500 to $24,99914 (0.6%)89 (4.2%)
$25,000 to $29,999172 (7.2%)109 (5.1%)
$30,000 to $34,999163 (6.8%)236 (11.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99934 (1.4%)99 (4.6%)
$40,000 to $44,999108 (4.5%)94 (4.4%)
$45,000 to $49,999106 (4.4%)219 (10.2%)
$50,000 to $54,999108 (4.5%)128 (6.0%)
$55,000 to $64,999290 (12.1%)73 (3.4%)
$65,000 to $74,999124 (5.2%)98 (4.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999147 (6.1%)82 (3.8%)
$100,000+145 (6.0%)21 (1.0%)
Total2,396 (100.0%)2,144 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Independence

Average earnings in Independence are $42,500 for men and $32,892 for women, a difference of 22.6%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $70,125, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $28,833. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $48,482, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $16,898.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Independence
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$33,494$32,250
High School Diploma$28,833$16,898
College or Associate's Degree$34,515$30,331
Bachelor's Degree$70,125$43,750
Graduate Degree$61,083$48,482
Total$42,500$32,892

Family Income in Independence

Family Income Brackets in Independence

According to the Independence family income data, there are 493 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.2% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 11 families (0.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Independence
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000984.6%
$10,000 to $14,999110.5%
$15,000 to $24,99921210.0%
$25,000 to $34,99925512.0%
$35,000 to $49,99925912.2%
$50,000 to $74,99949323.2%
$75,000 to $99,99932515.3%
$100,000 to $149,99934216.1%
$150,000 to $199,999683.2%
$200,000+572.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Independence

6-person families (49 | 2.3%) account for the highest median family income in Independence with $99,563 per family, while 2-person families (1,294 | 60.9%) have the highest median income of $27,996 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Independence
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,294 (60.9%)$55,991
3-Person Families386 (18.2%)$46,635
4-Person Families201 (9.5%)$75,602
5-Person Families182 (8.6%)$64,000
6-Person Families49 (2.3%)$99,563
7+ Person Families12 (0.6%)$0
Total2,124 (100.0%)$58,011

Family Income by Number of Earners in Independence

The median family income in Independence is $58,011, with families comprising 3+ earners (154) having the highest median family income of $145,357, while families with no earners (261) have the lowest median family income of $32,533, accounting for 7.2% and 12.3% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Independence
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners261 (12.3%)$32,533
1 Earner887 (41.8%)$51,875
2 Earners822 (38.7%)$69,329
3+ Earners154 (7.2%)$145,357
Total2,124 (100.0%)$58,011

Household Income in Independence

Household Income Brackets in Independence

With 817 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Independence, accounting for 21.9% of all households. In contrast, only 75 households (2.0%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Independence
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001754.7%
$10,000 to $14,9991574.2%
$15,000 to $24,99952214.0%
$25,000 to $34,99945912.3%
$35,000 to $49,99957815.5%
$50,000 to $74,99981721.9%
$75,000 to $99,99939910.7%
$100,000 to $149,99945512.2%
$150,000 to $199,999972.6%
$200,000+752.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Independence

The median household income in Independence is $48,514, with the highest median household income of $56,773 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,267 households (34.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 216 households (5.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Independence
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years216 (5.8%)$0
25 to 44 Years1,151 (30.8%)$50,842
45 to 64 Years1,267 (34.0%)$56,773
65+ Years1,098 (29.4%)$44,402
Total3,732 (100.0%)$48,514

Poverty in Independence

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Independence

With 18.3% poverty level for males and 16.9% for females among the residents of Independence, 15 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 22 males (53.7%) and 92 females (64.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Independence
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years126 (50.6%)92 (64.3%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)10 (14.5%)
6 to 11 Years92 (22.7%)13 (4.4%)
12 to 14 Years82 (30.3%)46 (26.3%)
15 Years22 (53.7%)5 (33.3%)
16 and 17 Years88 (43.3%)9 (10.3%)
18 to 24 Years154 (31.0%)153 (46.1%)
25 to 34 Years66 (10.3%)68 (16.4%)
35 to 44 Years72 (16.6%)93 (17.5%)
45 to 54 Years19 (4.9%)31 (6.4%)
55 to 64 Years21 (4.2%)79 (11.8%)
65 to 74 Years12 (3.3%)52 (10.3%)
75 Years and over19 (9.6%)42 (10.7%)
Total773 (18.3%)693 (16.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Independence

According to the poverty statistics in Independence, males aged 5 years and females aged 6 to 11 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 95.6% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Independence
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years123 (49.4%)51 (35.7%)
5 Years25 (100.0%)59 (85.5%)
6 to 11 Years314 (77.3%)281 (95.6%)
12 to 14 Years189 (69.7%)129 (73.7%)
15 Years19 (46.3%)10 (66.7%)
16 and 17 Years115 (56.7%)78 (89.7%)
18 to 24 Years343 (69.0%)179 (53.9%)
25 to 34 Years575 (89.7%)346 (83.6%)
35 to 44 Years361 (83.4%)439 (82.5%)
45 to 54 Years368 (95.1%)454 (93.6%)
55 to 64 Years477 (95.8%)591 (88.2%)
65 to 74 Years353 (96.7%)451 (89.7%)
75 Years and over178 (90.4%)350 (89.3%)
Total3,440 (81.7%)3,418 (83.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Independence

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Independence show that 2.9% or 40 of the total 1,403 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 66.7%, comprising of 8 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.1%, which includes 2 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Independence
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children941 (98.5%)14 (1.5%)
1 or 2 Children242 (93.8%)16 (6.2%)
3 or 4 Children176 (98.9%)2 (1.1%)
5 or more Children4 (33.3%)8 (66.7%)
Total1,363 (97.2%)40 (2.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Independence

According to the poverty data in Independence, 45.4% or 78 single-father households and 29.9% or 164 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 34 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 46 households (92.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Independence
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children44 (37.6%)5 (2.5%)
1 or 2 Children34 (100.0%)113 (37.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)46 (92.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total78 (45.4%)164 (29.9%)

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

The poverty data for Independence shows that 40 of the married-couple family households (2.9%) and 242 of the single-parent households (33.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (66.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 46 household (64.8%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Independence
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children14 (1.5%)49 (15.7%)
1 or 2 Children16 (6.2%)147 (43.6%)
3 or 4 Children2 (1.1%)46 (64.8%)
5 or more Children8 (66.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total40 (2.9%)242 (33.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Independence

Employment by Class of Employer in Independence

Among the 3,958 employed individuals in Independence, private company employees (2,366 | 59.8%), local government employees (560 | 14.1%), and not-for-profit organizations (379 | 9.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Independence
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,36659.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1152.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)3779.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations3799.6%
Local Government Employees56014.1%
State Government Employees932.4%
Federal Government Employees290.7%
Unpaid Family Workers391.0%
Total3,958100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Independence

According to the labor force statistics for Independence, out of the total population over 16 years of age (6,840), 61.2% or 4,186 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.8% or 117 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 92.9% or 564 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 20.9% or 47 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Independence
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years225 (48.1%)47 (20.9%)
20 to 24 Years563 (83.2%)16 (2.8%)
25 to 29 Years564 (92.9%)13 (2.3%)
30 to 34 Years434 (88.0%)12 (2.8%)
35 to 44 Years741 (75.7%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years663 (75.8%)6 (0.9%)
55 to 59 Years298 (58.2%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years407 (59.6%)24 (5.9%)
65 to 74 Years189 (21.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over99 (15.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,186 (61.2%)117 (2.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Independence

According to labor force statistics for Independence, 74.9% of individuals (3,108) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,149) are in the labor force, with 1.8% or 56 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 90.0% or 893 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.7% or 37 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Independence
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School130 (42.5%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma782 (62.6%)59 (4.7%)
College / Associate Degree1,302 (81.3%)22 (1.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher893 (90.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,108 (74.9%)75 (1.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Independence

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Independence are Community & Social Service (669 | 16.5%), Education Instruction & Library (487 | 12.0%), Management (211 | 5.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (162 | 4.0%), and Health Technologists (126 | 3.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Independence

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Independence, the most male-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (90.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (82.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (78.4%), Community & Social Service (71.3%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (64.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Independence
OccupationMaleFemale
Management134 (63.5%)77 (36.5%)
Business & Financial59 (48.0%)64 (52.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science72 (82.8%)15 (17.2%)
Computers & Mathematics17 (65.4%)9 (34.6%)
Architecture & Engineering55 (90.2%)6 (9.8%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 192 (28.7%)477 (71.3%)
Education, Arts & Media31 (38.8%)49 (61.3%)
Legal Services & Support12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library105 (21.6%)382 (78.4%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment44 (48.9%)46 (51.1%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating57 (35.2%)105 (64.8%)
Health Technologists57 (45.2%)69 (54.8%)
Total (Category)514 (41.0%)738 (59.0%)
Total (Overall)2,095 (51.5%)1,970 (48.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Independence are Food Preparation & Serving (285 | 7.0%), Healthcare Support (185 | 4.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (147 | 3.6%), Personal Care & Service (144 | 3.5%), and Security & Protection (50 | 1.2%).
Services Occupations in Independence

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Independence, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (79.6%), and Security & Protection (78.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (93.8%), and Law Enforcement (55.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Independence
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)185 (100.0%)
Security & Protection39 (78.0%)11 (22.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement9 (45.0%)11 (55.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving182 (63.9%)103 (36.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance117 (79.6%)30 (20.4%)
Personal Care & Service9 (6.2%)135 (93.8%)
Total (Category)347 (42.8%)464 (57.2%)
Total (Overall)2,095 (51.5%)1,970 (48.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Independence are Office & Administration (511 | 12.6%), and Sales & Related (312 | 7.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Independence

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Independence
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related165 (52.9%)147 (47.1%)
Office & Administration83 (16.2%)428 (83.8%)
Total (Category)248 (30.1%)575 (69.9%)
Total (Overall)2,095 (51.5%)1,970 (48.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Independence are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (296 | 7.3%), and Construction & Extraction (185 | 4.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Independence

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Independence
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction179 (96.8%)6 (3.2%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair295 (99.7%)1 (0.3%)
Total (Category)474 (98.5%)7 (1.5%)
Total (Overall)2,095 (51.5%)1,970 (48.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Independence are Production (396 | 9.7%), Transportation (206 | 5.1%), and Material Moving (96 | 2.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Independence

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Independence
OccupationMaleFemale
Production303 (76.5%)93 (23.5%)
Transportation181 (87.9%)25 (12.1%)
Material Moving28 (29.2%)68 (70.8%)
Total (Category)512 (73.4%)186 (26.7%)
Total (Overall)2,095 (51.5%)1,970 (48.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Independence

Employment Industries in Independence

The major employment industries in Independence include Manufacturing (662 | 16.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (635 | 15.6%), Educational Services (604 | 14.9%), Retail Trade (509 | 12.5%), and Accommodation & Food Services (253 | 6.2%).
Employment Industries in Independence

Employment Industries by Sex in Independence

The Independence industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Construction (96.6%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (85.7%), Information (77.8%), and Educational Services (77.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Independence
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction20 (35.1%)37 (64.9%)
Construction227 (96.6%)8 (3.4%)
Manufacturing492 (74.3%)170 (25.7%)
Wholesale Trade52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade307 (60.3%)202 (39.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing119 (88.8%)15 (11.2%)
Utilities56 (80.0%)14 (20.0%)
Information4 (22.2%)14 (77.8%)
Finance & Insurance22 (36.1%)39 (63.9%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing16 (42.1%)22 (57.9%)
Professional & Scientific62 (56.9%)47 (43.1%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support150 (69.4%)66 (30.6%)
Educational Services139 (23.0%)465 (77.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance91 (14.3%)544 (85.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation39 (52.7%)35 (47.3%)
Accommodation & Food Services141 (55.7%)112 (44.3%)
Public Administration83 (55.7%)66 (44.3%)
Total2,095 (51.5%)1,970 (48.5%)

Education in Independence

School Enrollment in Independence

The most common levels of schooling among the 2,223 students in Independence are middle school (551 | 24.8%), high school (519 | 23.4%), and elementary school (450 | 20.2%).
School Enrollment in Independence
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool572.6%
Kindergarten1707.6%
Elementary School45020.2%
Middle School55124.8%
High School51923.4%
College / Undergraduate40018.0%
Graduate / Professional763.4%
Total2,223100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Independence

Out of a total of 2,223 students who are enrolled in schools in Independence, 182 (8.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,041 (91.8%) 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 10 (25.0% 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 123 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Independence
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds30 (75.0%)10 (25.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old534 (91.0%)53 (9.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds590 (89.0%)73 (11.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds326 (95.9%)14 (4.1%)
18 to 19 Year Olds123 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds263 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over135 (80.4%)33 (19.6%)
Total2,041 (91.8%)182 (8.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Independence

Education (647 | 40.3%), business (210 | 13.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (172 | 10.7%), science & technology (136 | 8.5%), and communications (79 | 4.9%) are the most common fields of study among 1,605 individuals in Independence who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Independence
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics412.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural17210.7%
Physical & Health Sciences322.0%
Psychology372.3%
Social Sciences342.1%
Engineering412.5%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology1368.5%
Business21013.1%
Education64740.3%
Literature & Languages362.2%
Liberal Arts & History523.2%
Visual & Performing Arts271.7%
Communications794.9%
Arts & Humanities613.8%
Total1,605100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Independence

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Independence

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Independence are males with 2 vehicles (880, accounting for 43.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (760, making up 46.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Independence
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle96 (4.7%)81 (4.2%)
1 Vehicle513 (25.1%)491 (25.7%)
2 Vehicles880 (43.1%)760 (39.7%)
3 Vehicles411 (20.1%)398 (20.8%)
4 Vehicles111 (5.4%)140 (7.3%)
5 or more Vehicles32 (1.6%)43 (2.2%)
Total2,043 (100.0%)1,913 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Independence

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Independence are 5 to 9 minutes (1,615 commuters, 42.2%), 10 to 14 minutes (803 commuters, 21.0%), and 20 to 24 minutes (327 commuters, 8.6%).
Commute Time in Independence
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes3268.5%
5 to 9 Minutes1,61542.2%
10 to 14 Minutes80321.0%
15 to 19 Minutes2265.9%
20 to 24 Minutes3278.6%
25 to 29 Minutes962.5%
30 to 34 Minutes1223.2%
35 to 39 Minutes70.2%
40 to 44 Minutes220.6%
45 to 59 Minutes1764.6%
60 to 89 Minutes611.6%
90 or more Minutes421.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Independence

The most common commute times in Independence are 5 to 9 minutes (782 commuters, 39.2%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (833 commuters, 45.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Independence
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes140 (7.0%)186 (10.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes782 (39.2%)833 (45.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes413 (20.7%)390 (21.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes100 (5.0%)126 (6.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes242 (12.1%)85 (4.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes96 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes66 (3.3%)56 (3.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)7 (0.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes22 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes98 (4.9%)78 (4.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes14 (0.7%)47 (2.6%)
90 or more Minutes24 (1.2%)18 (1.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Independence

The most frequent times of departure to work in Independence are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (272, 13.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (491, 26.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Independence
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM265 (13.3%)55 (3.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM152 (7.6%)68 (3.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM191 (9.6%)112 (6.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM117 (5.9%)16 (0.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM258 (12.9%)70 (3.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM256 (12.8%)241 (13.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM272 (13.6%)491 (26.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM135 (6.8%)219 (12.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM42 (2.1%)57 (3.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM27 (1.3%)185 (10.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM61 (3.0%)28 (1.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM87 (4.4%)132 (7.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM134 (6.7%)152 (8.3%)
Total1,997 (100.0%)1,826 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Independence

Occupancy by Ownership in Independence

Of the total 3,732 dwellings in Independence, owner-occupied units account for 2,630 (70.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,102 (29.5%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Independence
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,63070.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,10229.5%
Total Occupied Housing Units3,732100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Independence

Occupancy by Household Size in Independence
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,33735.8%
2-Person Household1,46839.3%
3-Person Household45612.2%
4+ Person Household47112.6%
Total Housing Units3,732100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Independence

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Independence
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household741 (55.4%)596 (44.6%)
2-Person Household1,109 (75.5%)359 (24.5%)
3-Person Household355 (77.8%)101 (22.2%)
4+ Person Household425 (90.2%)46 (9.8%)
Total Housing Units2,630 (70.5%)1,102 (29.5%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Independence

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Independence
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School132 (55.2%)107 (44.8%)
High School Diploma684 (60.3%)450 (39.7%)
College/Associate Degree881 (67.8%)418 (32.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher933 (88.0%)127 (12.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Independence

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Independence
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years85422.9%
35 to 44 Years51313.8%
45 to 54 Years50413.5%
55 to 64 Years76320.4%
65 to 74 Years64017.2%
75 to 84 Years3639.7%
85 Years and Over952.5%
Total3,732100.0%

Housing Finances in Independence

Median Income by Occupancy in Independence

Median Income by Occupancy in Independence
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,630 (70.5%)$59,960
Renter-Occupied1,102 (29.5%)$28,287
Average3,732 (100.0%)$48,514

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Independence

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Independence
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00045 (1.7%)43 (3.9%)
$5,000 to $9,99964 (2.4%)22 (2.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99954 (2.1%)102 (9.3%)
$15,000 to $19,99992 (3.5%)185 (16.8%)
$20,000 to $24,99997 (3.7%)148 (13.4%)
$25,000 to $34,999281 (10.7%)178 (16.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999428 (16.3%)149 (13.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999586 (22.3%)231 (21.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999370 (14.1%)31 (2.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999442 (16.8%)13 (1.2%)
$150,000 or more171 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,630 (100.0%)1,102 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Independence

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Independence
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300332 (12.6%)71 (6.4%)
$300 to $499387 (14.7%)119 (10.8%)
$500 to $799680 (25.9%)439 (39.8%)
$800 to $999370 (14.1%)235 (21.3%)
$1,000 to $1,499518 (19.7%)215 (19.5%)
$1,500 to $1,999279 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49917 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99940 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more7 (0.3%)1 (0.1%)
Total2,630 (100.0%)1,102 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Independence

Housing Structures in Independence

Housing Structures in Independence
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached3,09482.9%
Single Unit, Attached401.1%
2 Unit Apartments160.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments60.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments701.9%
10 or more Apartments38210.2%
Mobile Home / Other1243.3%
Total3,732100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Independence

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Independence
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,566 (82.9%)528 (17.1%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)40 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)70 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)382 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other64 (51.6%)60 (48.4%)
Total2,630 (70.5%)1,102 (29.5%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Independence

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Independence
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)30 (2.7%)
2 or 3 Rooms55 (2.1%)345 (31.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms603 (22.9%)389 (35.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,311 (49.8%)280 (25.4%)
8 or more Rooms661 (25.1%)58 (5.3%)
Total2,630 (100.0%)1,102 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Independence

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Independence
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas2,045 (77.8%)622 (56.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas90 (3.4%)11 (1.0%)
Electricity491 (18.7%)469 (42.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels4 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,630 (100.0%)1,102 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Independence

Household Vehicle Usage in Independence
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle157 (6.0%)186 (16.9%)
1 Vehicle839 (31.9%)669 (60.7%)
2 Vehicles1,100 (41.8%)141 (12.8%)
3 or more Vehicles534 (20.3%)106 (9.6%)
Total2,630 (100.0%)1,102 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Independence

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Independence

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,2971,333
Median Property Value$82,000$89,800
Median Household Income$45,964$105
Monthly Housing Costs$495$7
Real Estate Taxes$1,365$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Independence

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Independence
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000412 (31.8%)198 (14.8%)
$50,000 to $99,999346 (26.7%)539 (40.4%)
$100,000 to $299,999484 (37.3%)544 (40.8%)
$300,000 to $499,99955 (4.2%)52 (3.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,297 (100.0%)1,333 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Independence

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Independence
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00062 (4.8%)58 (4.3%)
$10,000 to $24,999173 (13.3%)47 (3.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999223 (17.2%)70 (5.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999237 (18.3%)58 (4.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999357 (27.5%)191 (14.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99996 (7.4%)229 (17.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99983 (6.4%)274 (20.6%)
$150,000 or more66 (5.1%)359 (26.9%)
Total1,297 (100.0%)1,333 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Independence

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Independence
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x731 (56.4%)77,449 (5,810.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x235 (18.1%)1,032 (77.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x133 (10.2%)162 (12.1%)
4.0x or more198 (15.3%)48 (3.6%)
Total1,297 (100.0%)1,333 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Independence

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Independence
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800284 (21.9%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499386 (29.8%)195 (14.6%)
$800 to $1,499549 (42.3%)546 (41.0%)
Total1,297 (100.0%)1,333 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Independence

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Independence

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Independence
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years465 (95.7%)21 (4.3%)
6 to 18 Years1,528 (92.7%)120 (7.3%)
19 to 25 Years588 (73.0%)218 (27.1%)
26 to 34 Years518 (54.5%)432 (45.5%)
35 to 44 Years844 (87.5%)121 (12.5%)
45 to 54 Years833 (95.5%)39 (4.5%)
55 to 64 Years1,041 (89.1%)127 (10.9%)
65 to 74 Years867 (99.9%)1 (0.1%)
75 Years and older589 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7,273 (87.1%)1,079 (12.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Independence

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Independence
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born465 (95.7%)21 (4.3%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,528 (92.7%)120 (7.3%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen588 (73.0%)218 (27.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Independence

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Independence
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,275 (82.9%)264 (17.2%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,651 (84.6%)301 (15.4%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,461 (79.7%)371 (20.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,165 (94.3%)70 (5.7%)
$100,000 and over1,719 (96.0%)72 (4.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Independence

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Independence
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6297 (61.1%)168 (34.6%)
6 to 18 Years789 (47.9%)779 (47.3%)
19 to 25 Years179 (22.2%)498 (61.8%)
25 to 34 Years87 (9.2%)466 (49.0%)
35 to 44 Years146 (15.1%)719 (74.5%)
45 to 54 Years201 (23.1%)637 (73.1%)
55 to 64 Years265 (22.7%)844 (72.3%)
65 to 74 Years853 (98.3%)533 (61.4%)
75 Years and over589 (100.0%)449 (76.2%)
Total3,406 (40.8%)5,093 (61.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Independence

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Independence
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years24 (9.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years104 (10.8%)92 (14.1%)
18 to 34 Years149 (13.1%)73 (9.8%)
35 to 64 Years384 (29.1%)483 (28.6%)
65 to 74 Years101 (27.7%)122 (24.2%)
75 Years and over74 (37.6%)278 (70.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Independence

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Independence: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years24 (9.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)22 (3.4%)
18 to 34 Years40 (3.5%)33 (4.4%)
35 to 64 Years132 (10.0%)93 (5.5%)
65 to 74 Years66 (18.1%)66 (13.1%)
75 Years and over28 (14.2%)47 (12.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Independence: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)16 (2.5%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years85 (6.5%)120 (7.1%)
65 to 74 Years9 (2.5%)38 (7.5%)
75 Years and over6 (3.0%)89 (22.7%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Independence: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years104 (10.8%)54 (8.3%)
18 to 34 Years149 (13.1%)73 (9.8%)
35 to 64 Years94 (7.1%)109 (6.5%)
65 to 74 Years23 (6.3%)32 (6.4%)
75 Years and over54 (27.4%)57 (14.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Independence: <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 Years175 (13.3%)375 (22.2%)
65 to 74 Years35 (9.6%)98 (19.5%)
75 Years and over44 (22.3%)211 (53.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Independence: <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 Years28 (2.1%)55 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years15 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over16 (8.1%)51 (13.0%)

Technology Access in Independence

Computing Device Access in Independence

Computing Device Access in Independence
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,55168.3%
Smartphone3,06982.2%
Tablet1,91751.4%
No Computing Device3258.7%
Total3,732100.0%

Internet Access in Independence

Internet Access in Independence
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home2,31762.1%
Cellular Data Only74219.9%
Satellite Internet3198.6%
No Internet47412.7%
Total3,732100.0%

Independence Summary

Independence, Kansas is a small city located in Montgomery County, Kansas. It is the county seat of Montgomery County and is located in the southeastern part of the state. The city has a population of 9,845 as of the 2020 census.

History

Independence was founded in 1869 by a group of settlers from Ohio. The city was named after the Declaration of Independence, which was signed in 1776. The city was incorporated in 1872 and was the first city in Montgomery County.
The city was a major stop on the Santa Fe Trail, which was a major route for settlers heading west. The city was also a major stop on the Chisholm Trail, which was used by cattle drives heading to Kansas City.
In the late 19th century, Independence was a major center for the oil industry. The city was home to several oil refineries and was the site of the first oil well in Kansas.

Geography

Independence is located in southeastern Kansas, in Montgomery County. The city is situated on the banks of the Verdigris River. The city is located about 50 miles south of Wichita and about 100 miles north of Oklahoma City.
The city has a total area of 4.2 square miles, all of which is land. The city has a humid subtropical climate, with hot summers and mild winters.

Economy

Independence is a small city with a diverse economy. The city is home to several manufacturing companies, including a steel mill, a paper mill, and a plastics plant. The city is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses.
The city is also home to several educational institutions, including Independence Community College and the University of Kansas Medical Center.

Demographics

As of the 2020 census, the population of Independence was 9,845. The city has a population density of 2,346 people per square mile. The median age of the population is 38.7 years.
The racial makeup of the city is 87.2% White, 5.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 4.9% from other races. The city has a Hispanic or Latino population of 8.3%.
The median household income in the city is $41,945, and the median family income is $50,945. The per capita income in the city is $20,945. The poverty rate in the city is 13.3%.

Conclusion

Independence, Kansas is a small city located in Montgomery County, Kansas. The city has a population of 9,845 as of the 2020 census. The city was founded in 1869 and was a major stop on the Santa Fe Trail and the Chisholm Trail. The city has a diverse economy, with several manufacturing companies, retail stores, restaurants, and educational institutions. The city has a population that is 87.2% White, 5.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 4.9% from other races. The median household income in the city is $41,945, and the poverty rate is 13.3%.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Independence?
Total Population of Independence is 8,556.
What is the Total Male Population of Independence?
Total Male Population of Independence is 4,353.
What is the Total Female Population of Independence?
Total Female Population of Independence is 4,203.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Independence?
There are 103.57 Males per 100 Females in Independence.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Independence?
There are 96.55 Females per 100 Males in Independence.
What is the Median Population Age in Independence?
Median Population Age in Independence is 38.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Independence
Average Family Size in Independence is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Independence
Average Household Size in Independence is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Independence?
Per Capita income in Independence is $27,602.
What is the Median Family Income in Independence?
Median Family Income in Independence is $58,011.
What is the Median Household income in Independence?
Median Household Income in Independence is $48,514.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Independence?
Income or Wage Gap in Independence is 9.6%.
Women in Independence earn 90.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Independence?
Family Income Deficit in Independence is $8,200.
Families that are below poverty line in Independence earn $8,200 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Independence?
Inequality or Gini Index in Independence is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Independence?
There are 4,186 People in the Labor Forcein in Independence.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Independence?
61.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Independence.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Independence?
Unemployment Rate in Independence is 2.8%.