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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
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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 | # Population | % Population |
Asian | 14 | 0.2% |
Black / African American | 508 | 5.9% |
Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
Hispanic or Latino | 663 | 7.7% |
Native / Alaskan | 102 | 1.2% |
White / Caucasian | 7,032 | 82.2% |
Two or more Races | 639 | 7.5% |
Some other Race | 261 | 3.0% |
Total | 8,556 | 100.0% |
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 | # Population | % Population |
African | 101 | 1.2% |
American | 845 | 9.9% |
Armenian | 18 | 0.2% |
Bhutanese | 16 | 0.2% |
British | 57 | 0.7% |
Burmese | 9 | 0.1% |
Canadian | 10 | 0.1% |
Central American | 19 | 0.2% |
Cherokee | 254 | 3.0% |
Creek | 23 | 0.3% |
Danish | 16 | 0.2% |
Dutch | 64 | 0.7% |
Eastern European | 23 | 0.3% |
English | 1,149 | 13.4% |
European | 144 | 1.7% |
Finnish | 40 | 0.5% |
French | 222 | 2.6% |
French Canadian | 5 | 0.1% |
German | 1,983 | 23.2% |
Greek | 1 | 0.0% |
Honduran | 8 | 0.1% |
Irish | 1,355 | 15.8% |
Italian | 223 | 2.6% |
Korean | 99 | 1.2% |
Mexican | 503 | 5.9% |
Native Hawaiian | 53 | 0.6% |
Nicaraguan | 11 | 0.1% |
Norwegian | 109 | 1.3% |
Polish | 19 | 0.2% |
Potawatomi | 24 | 0.3% |
Puerto Rican | 89 | 1.0% |
Romanian | 1 | 0.0% |
Russian | 35 | 0.4% |
Scandinavian | 85 | 1.0% |
Scotch-Irish | 9 | 0.1% |
Scottish | 232 | 2.7% |
South American | 49 | 0.6% |
Subsaharan African | 101 | 1.2% |
Swedish | 87 | 1.0% |
Swiss | 19 | 0.2% |
Venezuelan | 49 | 0.6% |
Welsh | 10 | 0.1% | View All 42 Rows |
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.
Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
Asia | 16 | 0.2% |
Canada | 9 | 0.1% |
Central America | 9 | 0.1% |
Eastern Asia | 9 | 0.1% |
England | 12 | 0.1% |
Europe | 12 | 0.1% |
Korea | 9 | 0.1% |
Latin America | 20 | 0.2% |
Mexico | 9 | 0.1% |
Northern Europe | 12 | 0.1% |
Philippines | 7 | 0.1% |
South America | 11 | 0.1% |
South Eastern Asia | 7 | 0.1% |
Venezuela | 11 | 0.1% | View All 14 Rows |
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.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 249 (5.7%) | 143 (3.4%) |
5 to 9 Years | 261 (6.0%) | 344 (8.2%) |
10 to 14 Years | 458 (10.5%) | 205 (4.9%) |
15 to 19 Years | 388 (8.9%) | 136 (3.2%) |
20 to 24 Years | 379 (8.7%) | 298 (7.1%) |
25 to 29 Years | 350 (8.0%) | 257 (6.1%) |
30 to 34 Years | 317 (7.3%) | 176 (4.2%) |
35 to 39 Years | 288 (6.6%) | 313 (7.4%) |
40 to 44 Years | 159 (3.6%) | 219 (5.2%) |
45 to 49 Years | 157 (3.6%) | 244 (5.8%) |
50 to 54 Years | 233 (5.3%) | 241 (5.7%) |
55 to 59 Years | 161 (3.7%) | 351 (8.4%) |
60 to 64 Years | 364 (8.4%) | 319 (7.6%) |
65 to 69 Years | 144 (3.3%) | 182 (4.3%) |
70 to 74 Years | 221 (5.1%) | 346 (8.2%) |
75 to 79 Years | 91 (2.1%) | 207 (4.9%) |
80 to 84 Years | 75 (1.7%) | 85 (2.0%) |
85 Years and over | 58 (1.3%) | 137 (3.3%) |
Total | 4,353 (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.
Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
Married-Couple | 1,403 (66.0%) | 3.03 |
Single Male/Father | 172 (8.1%) | 2.24 |
Single Female/Mother | 549 (25.9%) | 3.04 |
Total Families | 2,124 (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.
Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
Married-Couple | 1,403 (37.6%) | 3.03 |
Single Male/Father | 172 (4.6%) | 2.49 |
Single Female/Mother | 549 (14.7%) | 3.21 |
Non-family | 1,608 (43.1%) | 1.19 |
Total Households | 3,732 (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 | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
1-Person Households | - | 1,337 (35.8%) |
2-Person Households | 1,233 (33.0%) | 235 (6.3%) |
3-Person Households | 420 (11.3%) | 36 (1.0%) |
4-Person Households | 207 (5.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5-Person Households | 199 (5.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6-Person Households | 49 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
7+ Person Households | 16 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 2,124 (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.
Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
20 to 34 years | 43 (100.0%) | 59.0 |
35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Total | 43 (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.
Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 34 years | 38 (88.4%) | 5 (11.6%) |
35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 38 (88.4%) | 5 (11.6%) |
Fertility by Education in Independence
Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
Less than High School | 5 (11.6%) | 32.0 |
High School Diploma | 4 (9.3%) | 9.0 |
College or Associate's Degree | 34 (79.1%) | 47.0 |
Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Total | 43 (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.
Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
High School Diploma | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
College or Associate's Degree | 34 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 38 (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.
Characteristic | Number | Measure |
Per Capita Income | 8,556 | $27,602 |
Median Family Income | 2,124 | $58,011 |
Mean Family Income | 2,124 | $72,502 |
Median Household Income | 3,732 | $48,514 |
Mean Household Income | 3,732 | $61,382 |
Income Deficit | 2,124 | $8,200 |
Wage / Income Gap (%) | 8,556 | 9.55% |
Wage / Income Gap ($) | 8,556 | 90.45¢ per $1 |
Gini / Inequality Index | 8,556 | 0.41 |
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%.
Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
Male | 2,396 (52.8%) | $31,875 |
Female | 2,144 (47.2%) | $28,830 |
Total | 4,540 (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%).
Income | Male | Female |
$2,499 or less | 111 (4.6%) | 139 (6.5%) |
$2,500 to $4,999 | 254 (10.6%) | 92 (4.3%) |
$5,000 to $7,499 | 79 (3.3%) | 99 (4.6%) |
$7,500 to $9,999 | 36 (1.5%) | 42 (2.0%) |
$10,000 to $12,499 | 151 (6.3%) | 83 (3.9%) |
$12,500 to $14,999 | 126 (5.3%) | 158 (7.4%) |
$15,000 to $17,499 | 43 (1.8%) | 127 (5.9%) |
$17,500 to $19,999 | 69 (2.9%) | 99 (4.6%) |
$20,000 to $22,499 | 116 (4.8%) | 57 (2.7%) |
$22,500 to $24,999 | 14 (0.6%) | 89 (4.2%) |
$25,000 to $29,999 | 172 (7.2%) | 109 (5.1%) |
$30,000 to $34,999 | 163 (6.8%) | 236 (11.0%) |
$35,000 to $39,999 | 34 (1.4%) | 99 (4.6%) |
$40,000 to $44,999 | 108 (4.5%) | 94 (4.4%) |
$45,000 to $49,999 | 106 (4.4%) | 219 (10.2%) |
$50,000 to $54,999 | 108 (4.5%) | 128 (6.0%) |
$55,000 to $64,999 | 290 (12.1%) | 73 (3.4%) |
$65,000 to $74,999 | 124 (5.2%) | 98 (4.6%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 147 (6.1%) | 82 (3.8%) |
$100,000+ | 145 (6.0%) | 21 (1.0%) |
Total | 2,396 (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.
Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female 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.
Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
Less than $10,000 | 98 | 4.6% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 11 | 0.5% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 212 | 10.0% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 255 | 12.0% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 259 | 12.2% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 493 | 23.2% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 325 | 15.3% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 342 | 16.1% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 68 | 3.2% |
$200,000+ | 57 | 2.7% |
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.
Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
2-Person Families | 1,294 (60.9%) | $55,991 |
3-Person Families | 386 (18.2%) | $46,635 |
4-Person Families | 201 (9.5%) | $75,602 |
5-Person Families | 182 (8.6%) | $64,000 |
6-Person Families | 49 (2.3%) | $99,563 |
7+ Person Families | 12 (0.6%) | $0 |
Total | 2,124 (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.
Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
No Earners | 261 (12.3%) | $32,533 |
1 Earner | 887 (41.8%) | $51,875 |
2 Earners | 822 (38.7%) | $69,329 |
3+ Earners | 154 (7.2%) | $145,357 |
Total | 2,124 (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.
Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Less than $10,000 | 175 | 4.7% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 157 | 4.2% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 522 | 14.0% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 459 | 12.3% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 578 | 15.5% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 817 | 21.9% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 399 | 10.7% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 455 | 12.2% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 97 | 2.6% |
$200,000+ | 75 | 2.0% |
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.
Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
15 to 24 Years | 216 (5.8%) | $0 |
25 to 44 Years | 1,151 (30.8%) | $50,842 |
45 to 64 Years | 1,267 (34.0%) | $56,773 |
65+ Years | 1,098 (29.4%) | $44,402 |
Total | 3,732 (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.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 126 (50.6%) | 92 (64.3%) |
5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (14.5%) |
6 to 11 Years | 92 (22.7%) | 13 (4.4%) |
12 to 14 Years | 82 (30.3%) | 46 (26.3%) |
15 Years | 22 (53.7%) | 5 (33.3%) |
16 and 17 Years | 88 (43.3%) | 9 (10.3%) |
18 to 24 Years | 154 (31.0%) | 153 (46.1%) |
25 to 34 Years | 66 (10.3%) | 68 (16.4%) |
35 to 44 Years | 72 (16.6%) | 93 (17.5%) |
45 to 54 Years | 19 (4.9%) | 31 (6.4%) |
55 to 64 Years | 21 (4.2%) | 79 (11.8%) |
65 to 74 Years | 12 (3.3%) | 52 (10.3%) |
75 Years and over | 19 (9.6%) | 42 (10.7%) |
Total | 773 (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.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 123 (49.4%) | 51 (35.7%) |
5 Years | 25 (100.0%) | 59 (85.5%) |
6 to 11 Years | 314 (77.3%) | 281 (95.6%) |
12 to 14 Years | 189 (69.7%) | 129 (73.7%) |
15 Years | 19 (46.3%) | 10 (66.7%) |
16 and 17 Years | 115 (56.7%) | 78 (89.7%) |
18 to 24 Years | 343 (69.0%) | 179 (53.9%) |
25 to 34 Years | 575 (89.7%) | 346 (83.6%) |
35 to 44 Years | 361 (83.4%) | 439 (82.5%) |
45 to 54 Years | 368 (95.1%) | 454 (93.6%) |
55 to 64 Years | 477 (95.8%) | 591 (88.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 353 (96.7%) | 451 (89.7%) |
75 Years and over | 178 (90.4%) | 350 (89.3%) |
Total | 3,440 (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.
Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
No Children | 941 (98.5%) | 14 (1.5%) |
1 or 2 Children | 242 (93.8%) | 16 (6.2%) |
3 or 4 Children | 176 (98.9%) | 2 (1.1%) |
5 or more Children | 4 (33.3%) | 8 (66.7%) |
Total | 1,363 (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.
Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
No Children | 44 (37.6%) | 5 (2.5%) |
1 or 2 Children | 34 (100.0%) | 113 (37.3%) |
3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 46 (92.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 78 (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.
Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
No Children | 14 (1.5%) | 49 (15.7%) |
1 or 2 Children | 16 (6.2%) | 147 (43.6%) |
3 or 4 Children | 2 (1.1%) | 46 (64.8%) |
5 or more Children | 8 (66.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 40 (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.
Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
Private Company Employees | 2,366 | 59.8% |
Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 115 | 2.9% |
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 377 | 9.5% |
Not-for-profit Organizations | 379 | 9.6% |
Local Government Employees | 560 | 14.1% |
State Government Employees | 93 | 2.4% |
Federal Government Employees | 29 | 0.7% |
Unpaid Family Workers | 39 | 1.0% |
Total | 3,958 | 100.0% |
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.
Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
16 to 19 Years | 225 (48.1%) | 47 (20.9%) |
20 to 24 Years | 563 (83.2%) | 16 (2.8%) |
25 to 29 Years | 564 (92.9%) | 13 (2.3%) |
30 to 34 Years | 434 (88.0%) | 12 (2.8%) |
35 to 44 Years | 741 (75.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 663 (75.8%) | 6 (0.9%) |
55 to 59 Years | 298 (58.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
60 to 64 Years | 407 (59.6%) | 24 (5.9%) |
65 to 74 Years | 189 (21.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 99 (15.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 4,186 (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.
Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
Less than High School | 130 (42.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
High School Diploma | 782 (62.6%) | 59 (4.7%) |
College / Associate Degree | 1,302 (81.3%) | 22 (1.4%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 893 (90.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 3,108 (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 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%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Management | 134 (63.5%) | 77 (36.5%) |
Business & Financial | 59 (48.0%) | 64 (52.0%) |
Computers, Engineering & Science | 72 (82.8%) | 15 (17.2%) |
Computers & Mathematics | 17 (65.4%) | 9 (34.6%) |
Architecture & Engineering | 55 (90.2%) | 6 (9.8%) |
Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Community & Social Service | 192 (28.7%) | 477 (71.3%) |
Education, Arts & Media | 31 (38.8%) | 49 (61.3%) |
Legal Services & Support | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Education Instruction & Library | 105 (21.6%) | 382 (78.4%) |
Arts, Media & Entertainment | 44 (48.9%) | 46 (51.1%) |
Health Diagnosing & Treating | 57 (35.2%) | 105 (64.8%) |
Health Technologists | 57 (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 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%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 185 (100.0%) |
Security & Protection | 39 (78.0%) | 11 (22.0%) |
Firefighting & Prevention | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Law Enforcement | 9 (45.0%) | 11 (55.0%) |
Food Preparation & Serving | 182 (63.9%) | 103 (36.1%) |
Cleaning & Maintenance | 117 (79.6%) | 30 (20.4%) |
Personal Care & Service | 9 (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 by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Sales & Related | 165 (52.9%) | 147 (47.1%) |
Office & Administration | 83 (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 by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction & Extraction | 179 (96.8%) | 6 (3.2%) |
Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 295 (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 by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Production | 303 (76.5%) | 93 (23.5%) |
Transportation | 181 (87.9%) | 25 (12.1%) |
Material Moving | 28 (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 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%).
Industry | Male | Female |
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 20 (35.1%) | 37 (64.9%) |
Construction | 227 (96.6%) | 8 (3.4%) |
Manufacturing | 492 (74.3%) | 170 (25.7%) |
Wholesale Trade | 52 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Retail Trade | 307 (60.3%) | 202 (39.7%) |
Transportation & Warehousing | 119 (88.8%) | 15 (11.2%) |
Utilities | 56 (80.0%) | 14 (20.0%) |
Information | 4 (22.2%) | 14 (77.8%) |
Finance & Insurance | 22 (36.1%) | 39 (63.9%) |
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 16 (42.1%) | 22 (57.9%) |
Professional & Scientific | 62 (56.9%) | 47 (43.1%) |
Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Administrative & Support | 150 (69.4%) | 66 (30.6%) |
Educational Services | 139 (23.0%) | 465 (77.0%) |
Health Care & Social Assistance | 91 (14.3%) | 544 (85.7%) |
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 39 (52.7%) | 35 (47.3%) |
Accommodation & Food Services | 141 (55.7%) | 112 (44.3%) |
Public Administration | 83 (55.7%) | 66 (44.3%) |
Total | 2,095 (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 Level | # Students | % Students |
Nursery / Preschool | 57 | 2.6% |
Kindergarten | 170 | 7.6% |
Elementary School | 450 | 20.2% |
Middle School | 551 | 24.8% |
High School | 519 | 23.4% |
College / Undergraduate | 400 | 18.0% |
Graduate / Professional | 76 | 3.4% |
Total | 2,223 | 100.0% |
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.
Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
3 to 4 Year Olds | 30 (75.0%) | 10 (25.0%) |
5 to 9 Year Old | 534 (91.0%) | 53 (9.0%) |
10 to 14 Year Olds | 590 (89.0%) | 73 (11.0%) |
15 to 17 Year Olds | 326 (95.9%) | 14 (4.1%) |
18 to 19 Year Olds | 123 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 24 Year Olds | 263 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 34 Year Olds | 39 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 Years and over | 135 (80.4%) | 33 (19.6%) |
Total | 2,041 (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.
Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
Computers & Mathematics | 41 | 2.5% |
Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 172 | 10.7% |
Physical & Health Sciences | 32 | 2.0% |
Psychology | 37 | 2.3% |
Social Sciences | 34 | 2.1% |
Engineering | 41 | 2.5% |
Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
Science & Technology | 136 | 8.5% |
Business | 210 | 13.1% |
Education | 647 | 40.3% |
Literature & Languages | 36 | 2.2% |
Liberal Arts & History | 52 | 3.2% |
Visual & Performing Arts | 27 | 1.7% |
Communications | 79 | 4.9% |
Arts & Humanities | 61 | 3.8% |
Total | 1,605 | 100.0% |
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%).
Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
No Vehicle | 96 (4.7%) | 81 (4.2%) |
1 Vehicle | 513 (25.1%) | 491 (25.7%) |
2 Vehicles | 880 (43.1%) | 760 (39.7%) |
3 Vehicles | 411 (20.1%) | 398 (20.8%) |
4 Vehicles | 111 (5.4%) | 140 (7.3%) |
5 or more Vehicles | 32 (1.6%) | 43 (2.2%) |
Total | 2,043 (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 | # Commuters | % Commuters |
Less than 5 Minutes | 326 | 8.5% |
5 to 9 Minutes | 1,615 | 42.2% |
10 to 14 Minutes | 803 | 21.0% |
15 to 19 Minutes | 226 | 5.9% |
20 to 24 Minutes | 327 | 8.6% |
25 to 29 Minutes | 96 | 2.5% |
30 to 34 Minutes | 122 | 3.2% |
35 to 39 Minutes | 7 | 0.2% |
40 to 44 Minutes | 22 | 0.6% |
45 to 59 Minutes | 176 | 4.6% |
60 to 89 Minutes | 61 | 1.6% |
90 or more Minutes | 42 | 1.1% |
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 | Male | Female |
Less than 5 Minutes | 140 (7.0%) | 186 (10.2%) |
5 to 9 Minutes | 782 (39.2%) | 833 (45.6%) |
10 to 14 Minutes | 413 (20.7%) | 390 (21.4%) |
15 to 19 Minutes | 100 (5.0%) | 126 (6.9%) |
20 to 24 Minutes | 242 (12.1%) | 85 (4.6%) |
25 to 29 Minutes | 96 (4.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
30 to 34 Minutes | 66 (3.3%) | 56 (3.1%) |
35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (0.4%) |
40 to 44 Minutes | 22 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
45 to 59 Minutes | 98 (4.9%) | 78 (4.3%) |
60 to 89 Minutes | 14 (0.7%) | 47 (2.6%) |
90 or more Minutes | 24 (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 | Male | Female |
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 265 (13.3%) | 55 (3.0%) |
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 152 (7.6%) | 68 (3.7%) |
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 191 (9.6%) | 112 (6.1%) |
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 117 (5.9%) | 16 (0.9%) |
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 258 (12.9%) | 70 (3.8%) |
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 256 (12.8%) | 241 (13.2%) |
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 272 (13.6%) | 491 (26.9%) |
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 135 (6.8%) | 219 (12.0%) |
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 42 (2.1%) | 57 (3.1%) |
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 27 (1.3%) | 185 (10.1%) |
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 61 (3.0%) | 28 (1.5%) |
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 87 (4.4%) | 132 (7.2%) |
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 134 (6.7%) | 152 (8.3%) |
Total | 1,997 (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 | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,630 | 70.5% |
Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,102 | 29.5% |
Total Occupied Housing Units | 3,732 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Independence
Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
1-Person Household | 1,337 | 35.8% |
2-Person Household | 1,468 | 39.3% |
3-Person Household | 456 | 12.2% |
4+ Person Household | 471 | 12.6% |
Total Housing Units | 3,732 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Independence
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1-Person Household | 741 (55.4%) | 596 (44.6%) |
2-Person Household | 1,109 (75.5%) | 359 (24.5%) |
3-Person Household | 355 (77.8%) | 101 (22.2%) |
4+ Person Household | 425 (90.2%) | 46 (9.8%) |
Total Housing Units | 2,630 (70.5%) | 1,102 (29.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Independence
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than High School | 132 (55.2%) | 107 (44.8%) |
High School Diploma | 684 (60.3%) | 450 (39.7%) |
College/Associate Degree | 881 (67.8%) | 418 (32.2%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 933 (88.0%) | 127 (12.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Independence
Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Under 35 Years | 854 | 22.9% |
35 to 44 Years | 513 | 13.8% |
45 to 54 Years | 504 | 13.5% |
55 to 64 Years | 763 | 20.4% |
65 to 74 Years | 640 | 17.2% |
75 to 84 Years | 363 | 9.7% |
85 Years and Over | 95 | 2.5% |
Total | 3,732 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Independence
Median Income by Occupancy in Independence
Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
Owner-Occupied | 2,630 (70.5%) | $59,960 |
Renter-Occupied | 1,102 (29.5%) | $28,287 |
Average | 3,732 (100.0%) | $48,514 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Independence
Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $5,000 | 45 (1.7%) | 43 (3.9%) |
$5,000 to $9,999 | 64 (2.4%) | 22 (2.0%) |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 54 (2.1%) | 102 (9.3%) |
$15,000 to $19,999 | 92 (3.5%) | 185 (16.8%) |
$20,000 to $24,999 | 97 (3.7%) | 148 (13.4%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 281 (10.7%) | 178 (16.2%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 428 (16.3%) | 149 (13.5%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 586 (22.3%) | 231 (21.0%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 370 (14.1%) | 31 (2.8%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 442 (16.8%) | 13 (1.2%) |
$150,000 or more | 171 (6.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 2,630 (100.0%) | 1,102 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Independence
Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $300 | 332 (12.6%) | 71 (6.4%) |
$300 to $499 | 387 (14.7%) | 119 (10.8%) |
$500 to $799 | 680 (25.9%) | 439 (39.8%) |
$800 to $999 | 370 (14.1%) | 235 (21.3%) |
$1,000 to $1,499 | 518 (19.7%) | 215 (19.5%) |
$1,500 to $1,999 | 279 (10.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$2,000 to $2,499 | 17 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$2,500 to $2,999 | 40 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$3,000 or more | 7 (0.3%) | 1 (0.1%) |
Total | 2,630 (100.0%) | 1,102 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Independence
Housing Structures in Independence
Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Single Unit, Detached | 3,094 | 82.9% |
Single Unit, Attached | 40 | 1.1% |
2 Unit Apartments | 16 | 0.4% |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 6 | 0.2% |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 70 | 1.9% |
10 or more Apartments | 382 | 10.2% |
Mobile Home / Other | 124 | 3.3% |
Total | 3,732 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Independence
Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Single Unit, Detached | 2,566 (82.9%) | 528 (17.1%) |
Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (100.0%) |
2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (100.0%) |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 70 (100.0%) |
10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 382 (100.0%) |
Mobile Home / Other | 64 (51.6%) | 60 (48.4%) |
Total | 2,630 (70.5%) | 1,102 (29.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Independence
Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (2.7%) |
2 or 3 Rooms | 55 (2.1%) | 345 (31.3%) |
4 or 5 Rooms | 603 (22.9%) | 389 (35.3%) |
6 or 7 Rooms | 1,311 (49.8%) | 280 (25.4%) |
8 or more Rooms | 661 (25.1%) | 58 (5.3%) |
Total | 2,630 (100.0%) | 1,102 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Independence
Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Utility Gas | 2,045 (77.8%) | 622 (56.4%) |
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 90 (3.4%) | 11 (1.0%) |
Electricity | 491 (18.7%) | 469 (42.6%) |
Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
All other Fuels | 4 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 2,630 (100.0%) | 1,102 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Independence
Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
No Vehicle | 157 (6.0%) | 186 (16.9%) |
1 Vehicle | 839 (31.9%) | 669 (60.7%) |
2 Vehicles | 1,100 (41.8%) | 141 (12.8%) |
3 or more Vehicles | 534 (20.3%) | 106 (9.6%) |
Total | 2,630 (100.0%) | 1,102 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Independence
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Independence
Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Housing Units | 1,297 | 1,333 |
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 | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $50,000 | 412 (31.8%) | 198 (14.8%) |
$50,000 to $99,999 | 346 (26.7%) | 539 (40.4%) |
$100,000 to $299,999 | 484 (37.3%) | 544 (40.8%) |
$300,000 to $499,999 | 55 (4.2%) | 52 (3.9%) |
$500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 1,297 (100.0%) | 1,333 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Independence
Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $10,000 | 62 (4.8%) | 58 (4.3%) |
$10,000 to $24,999 | 173 (13.3%) | 47 (3.5%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 223 (17.2%) | 70 (5.2%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 237 (18.3%) | 58 (4.3%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 357 (27.5%) | 191 (14.3%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 96 (7.4%) | 229 (17.2%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 83 (6.4%) | 274 (20.6%) |
$150,000 or more | 66 (5.1%) | 359 (26.9%) |
Total | 1,297 (100.0%) | 1,333 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Independence
Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than 2.0x | 731 (56.4%) | 77,449 (5,810.1%) |
2.0x to 2.9x | 235 (18.1%) | 1,032 (77.4%) |
3.0x to 3.9x | 133 (10.2%) | 162 (12.1%) |
4.0x or more | 198 (15.3%) | 48 (3.6%) |
Total | 1,297 (100.0%) | 1,333 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Independence
Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $800 | 284 (21.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 386 (29.8%) | 195 (14.6%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 549 (42.3%) | 546 (41.0%) |
Total | 1,297 (100.0%) | 1,333 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Independence
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Independence
Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under 6 Years | 465 (95.7%) | 21 (4.3%) |
6 to 18 Years | 1,528 (92.7%) | 120 (7.3%) |
19 to 25 Years | 588 (73.0%) | 218 (27.1%) |
26 to 34 Years | 518 (54.5%) | 432 (45.5%) |
35 to 44 Years | 844 (87.5%) | 121 (12.5%) |
45 to 54 Years | 833 (95.5%) | 39 (4.5%) |
55 to 64 Years | 1,041 (89.1%) | 127 (10.9%) |
65 to 74 Years | 867 (99.9%) | 1 (0.1%) |
75 Years and older | 589 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 7,273 (87.1%) | 1,079 (12.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Independence
Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Native Born | 465 (95.7%) | 21 (4.3%) |
Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,528 (92.7%) | 120 (7.3%) |
Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 588 (73.0%) | 218 (27.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Independence
Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under $25,000 | 1,275 (82.9%) | 264 (17.2%) |
$25,000 to $49,999 | 1,651 (84.6%) | 301 (15.4%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 1,461 (79.7%) | 371 (20.3%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 1,165 (94.3%) | 70 (5.7%) |
$100,000 and over | 1,719 (96.0%) | 72 (4.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Independence
Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
Under 6 | 297 (61.1%) | 168 (34.6%) |
6 to 18 Years | 789 (47.9%) | 779 (47.3%) |
19 to 25 Years | 179 (22.2%) | 498 (61.8%) |
25 to 34 Years | 87 (9.2%) | 466 (49.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 146 (15.1%) | 719 (74.5%) |
45 to 54 Years | 201 (23.1%) | 637 (73.1%) |
55 to 64 Years | 265 (22.7%) | 844 (72.3%) |
65 to 74 Years | 853 (98.3%) | 533 (61.4%) |
75 Years and over | 589 (100.0%) | 449 (76.2%) |
Total | 3,406 (40.8%) | 5,093 (61.0%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Independence
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 24 (9.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 104 (10.8%) | 92 (14.1%) |
18 to 34 Years | 149 (13.1%) | 73 (9.8%) |
35 to 64 Years | 384 (29.1%) | 483 (28.6%) |
65 to 74 Years | 101 (27.7%) | 122 (24.2%) |
75 Years and over | 74 (37.6%) | 278 (70.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Independence
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 24 (9.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (3.4%) |
18 to 34 Years | 40 (3.5%) | 33 (4.4%) |
35 to 64 Years | 132 (10.0%) | 93 (5.5%) |
65 to 74 Years | 66 (18.1%) | 66 (13.1%) |
75 Years and over | 28 (14.2%) | 47 (12.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (2.5%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 85 (6.5%) | 120 (7.1%) |
65 to 74 Years | 9 (2.5%) | 38 (7.5%) |
75 Years and over | 6 (3.0%) | 89 (22.7%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 104 (10.8%) | 54 (8.3%) |
18 to 34 Years | 149 (13.1%) | 73 (9.8%) |
35 to 64 Years | 94 (7.1%) | 109 (6.5%) |
65 to 74 Years | 23 (6.3%) | 32 (6.4%) |
75 Years and over | 54 (27.4%) | 57 (14.5%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 175 (13.3%) | 375 (22.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 35 (9.6%) | 98 (19.5%) |
75 Years and over | 44 (22.3%) | 211 (53.8%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 28 (2.1%) | 55 (3.3%) |
65 to 74 Years | 15 (4.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 16 (8.1%) | 51 (13.0%) |
Technology Access in Independence
Computing Device Access in Independence
Device Type | # Households | % Households |
Desktop or Laptop | 2,551 | 68.3% |
Smartphone | 3,069 | 82.2% |
Tablet | 1,917 | 51.4% |
No Computing Device | 325 | 8.7% |
Total | 3,732 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Independence
Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
Broadband Home | 2,317 | 62.1% |
Cellular Data Only | 742 | 19.9% |
Satellite Internet | 319 | 8.6% |
No Internet | 474 | 12.7% |
Total | 3,732 | 100.0% |
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%.