Wathena, KS
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Wathena Overview
1,499
TOTAL POPULATION
726
MALE POPULATION
773
FEMALE POPULATION
93.92
MALES / 100 FEMALES
106.47
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.6
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$36,704
PER CAPITA INCOME
$88,487
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$75,819
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
24.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
75.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
835
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
67.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
Wathena Zip Codes
Race in Wathena
The most populous races in Wathena are White / Caucasian (1,457 | 97.2%), Two or more Races (33 | 2.2%), and Hispanic or Latino (11 | 0.7%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 5 | 0.3% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 11 | 0.7% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 1,457 | 97.2% |
| Two or more Races | 33 | 2.2% |
| Some other Race | 4 | 0.3% |
| Total | 1,499 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Wathena
The most populous ancestries reported in Wathena are German (392 | 26.2%), English (231 | 15.4%), Irish (223 | 14.9%), American (133 | 8.9%), and French (54 | 3.6%), together accounting for 68.9% of all Wathena residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 133 | 8.9% |
| Australian | 11 | 0.7% |
| British | 23 | 1.5% |
| Cherokee | 1 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 8 | 0.5% |
| Dutch | 11 | 0.7% |
| Eastern European | 7 | 0.5% |
| English | 231 | 15.4% |
| European | 22 | 1.5% |
| French | 54 | 3.6% |
| German | 392 | 26.2% |
| Irish | 223 | 14.9% |
| Italian | 27 | 1.8% |
| Mexican | 11 | 0.7% |
| Osage | 26 | 1.7% |
| Polish | 12 | 0.8% |
| Scotch-Irish | 1 | 0.1% |
| Scottish | 3 | 0.2% |
| Seminole | 4 | 0.3% |
| Sioux | 26 | 1.7% |
| Swedish | 15 | 1.0% |
| Swiss | 26 | 1.7% |
| Ukrainian | 44 | 2.9% |
| Welsh | 15 | 1.0% | View All 24 Rows |
Immigrants in Wathena
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Wathena came from Europe (21 | 1.4%), Eastern Europe (17 | 1.1%), Ukraine (17 | 1.1%), Germany (4 | 0.3%), and Western Europe (4 | 0.3%), together accounting for 4.2% of all Wathena residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Eastern Europe | 17 | 1.1% |
| Europe | 21 | 1.4% |
| Germany | 4 | 0.3% |
| Ukraine | 17 | 1.1% |
| Western Europe | 4 | 0.3% | View All 5 Rows |
Sex and Age in Wathena
Sex and Age in Wathena
The most populous age groups in Wathena are 65 to 69 Years (80 | 11.0%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (106 | 13.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 29 (4.0%) | 54 (7.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 49 (6.8%) | 39 (5.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 50 (6.9%) | 25 (3.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 33 (4.5%) | 37 (4.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 50 (6.9%) | 42 (5.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 64 (8.8%) | 47 (6.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 16 (2.2%) | 37 (4.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 65 (8.9%) | 22 (2.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 17 (2.3%) | 87 (11.3%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 47 (6.5%) | 45 (5.8%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 37 (5.1%) | 70 (9.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 72 (9.9%) | 106 (13.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 38 (5.2%) | 24 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 80 (11.0%) | 45 (5.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 11 (1.5%) | 29 (3.7%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 32 (4.4%) | 24 (3.1%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 1 (0.1%) | 20 (2.6%) |
| 85 Years and over | 35 (4.8%) | 20 (2.6%) |
| Total | 726 (100.0%) | 773 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Wathena
Median Family Size in Wathena
The median family size in Wathena is 2.85 persons per family, with married-couple families (317 | 75.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.98 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (57 | 13.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.42 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 317 (75.7%) | 2.98 |
| Single Male/Father | 45 (10.7%) | 2.51 |
| Single Female/Mother | 57 (13.6%) | 2.42 |
| Total Families | 419 (100.0%) | 2.85 |
Median Household Size in Wathena
The median household size in Wathena is 2.38 persons per household, with married-couple households (317 | 51.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.13 persons per household. non-family households (194 | 31.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.07 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 317 (51.7%) | 3.13 |
| Single Male/Father | 45 (7.3%) | 2.71 |
| Single Female/Mother | 57 (9.3%) | 2.46 |
| Non-family | 194 (31.7%) | 1.07 |
| Total Households | 613 (100.0%) | 2.38 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Wathena
Out of a total of 613 households in Wathena, 419 (68.3%) are family households, while 194 (31.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 207, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 178.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 178 (29.0%) |
| 2-Person Households | 207 (33.8%) | 12 (2.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 63 (10.3%) | 4 (0.6%) |
| 4-Person Households | 85 (13.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 54 (8.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 10 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 419 (68.3%) | 194 (31.7%) |
Female Fertility in Wathena
Fertility by Age in Wathena
Average fertility rate in Wathena is 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 119.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 88.2% 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 | 15 (88.2%) | 119.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 2 (11.8%) | 13.0 |
| Total | 17 (100.0%) | 54.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wathena
47.1% of women with births (17) in Wathena are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 60.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 6 (40.0%) | 9 (60.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8 (47.1%) | 9 (52.9%) |
Fertility by Education in Wathena
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 2 (11.8%) | 36.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 15 (88.2%) | 88.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 17 (100.0%) | 54.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wathena
52.9% of women with births in Wathena 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 college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 60.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 6 (40.0%) | 9 (60.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8 (47.1%) | 9 (52.9%) |
Income in Wathena
Income Overview in Wathena
Per Capita Income in Wathena is $36,704, while median incomes of families and households are $88,487 and $75,819 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 1,499 | $36,704 |
| Median Family Income | 419 | $88,487 |
| Mean Family Income | 419 | $103,223 |
| Median Household Income | 613 | $75,819 |
| Mean Household Income | 613 | $83,473 |
| Income Deficit | 419 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 1,499 | 24.94% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 1,499 | 75.06¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 1,499 | 0.42 |
Earnings by Sex in Wathena
Average Earnings in Wathena are $49,405, $55,466 for men and $41,635 for women, a difference of 24.9%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 409 (46.5%) | $55,466 |
| Female | 471 (53.5%) | $41,635 |
| Total | 880 (100.0%) | $49,405 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wathena
The most common earnings brackets in Wathena are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (106 | 25.9%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (62 | 13.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 14 (3.4%) | 8 (1.7%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 18 (4.4%) | 17 (3.6%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 7 (1.7%) | 31 (6.6%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 7 (1.7%) | 20 (4.3%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (1.7%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 19 (4.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 3 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 4 (1.0%) | 8 (1.7%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (2.8%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 18 (4.4%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 6 (1.5%) | 35 (7.4%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 22 (5.4%) | 44 (9.3%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 8 (2.0%) | 24 (5.1%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 43 (10.5%) | 39 (8.3%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 18 (4.4%) | 9 (1.9%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 8 (2.0%) | 50 (10.6%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 106 (25.9%) | 62 (13.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 23 (5.6%) | 44 (9.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 64 (15.7%) | 4 (0.9%) |
| $100,000+ | 21 (5.1%) | 53 (11.3%) |
| Total | 409 (100.0%) | 471 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wathena
Average earnings in Wathena are $56,789 for men and $47,813 for women, a difference of 15.8%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $57,768, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $56,848. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $54,750, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $33,125.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $57,768 | $33,125 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $56,848 | $42,212 |
| Bachelor's Degree | - | - |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $56,789 | $47,813 |
Family Income in Wathena
Family Income Brackets in Wathena
According to the Wathena family income data, there are 110 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.3% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 16 | 3.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 13 | 3.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 59 | 14.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 46 | 11.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 97 | 23.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 110 | 26.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 55 | 13.1% |
| $200,000+ | 23 | 5.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wathena
5-person families (30 | 7.2%) account for the highest median family income in Wathena with $150,500 per family, while 2-person families (209 | 49.9%) have the highest median income of $43,466 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 209 (49.9%) | $86,932 |
| 3-Person Families | 82 (19.6%) | $58,636 |
| 4-Person Families | 88 (21.0%) | $109,271 |
| 5-Person Families | 30 (7.2%) | $150,500 |
| 6-Person Families | 10 (2.4%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 419 (100.0%) | $88,487 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Wathena
The median family income in Wathena is $88,487, with families comprising 3+ earners (69) having the highest median family income of $138,942, while families with 1 earner (128) have the lowest median family income of $67,750, accounting for 16.5% and 30.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 52 (12.4%) | $73,750 |
| 1 Earner | 128 (30.5%) | $67,750 |
| 2 Earners | 170 (40.6%) | $111,364 |
| 3+ Earners | 69 (16.5%) | $138,942 |
| Total | 419 (100.0%) | $88,487 |
Household Income in Wathena
Household Income Brackets in Wathena
With 128 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Wathena, accounting for 20.9% of all households. In contrast, only 16 households (2.6%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 63 | 10.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 16 | 2.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 27 | 4.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 49 | 8.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 66 | 10.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 76 | 12.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 128 | 20.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 86 | 14.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 79 | 12.9% |
| $200,000+ | 23 | 3.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Wathena
The median household income in Wathena is $75,819, with the highest median household income of $80,250 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 186 households (30.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $55,278, with 172 households (28.1%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 25 (4.1%) | $78,162 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 186 (30.3%) | $80,250 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 230 (37.5%) | $76,250 |
| 65+ Years | 172 (28.1%) | $55,278 |
| Total | 613 (100.0%) | $75,819 |
Poverty in Wathena
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wathena
With 4.5% poverty level for males and 9.0% for females among the residents of Wathena, 75 year old and over males and 65 to 74 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 14 males (26.4%) and 17 females (23.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (11.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 4 (4.8%) | 25 (21.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 11 (10.0%) | 5 (3.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (23.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 14 (26.4%) | 11 (22.0%) |
| Total | 32 (4.5%) | 68 (9.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wathena
According to the poverty statistics in Wathena, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 29 (100.0%) | 54 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 6 (100.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 76 (100.0%) | 34 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 17 (100.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 5 (100.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 22 (100.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 56 (100.0%) | 57 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 80 (100.0%) | 74 (88.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 79 (96.3%) | 109 (100.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 80 (95.2%) | 90 (78.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 99 (90.0%) | 125 (96.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 84 (100.0%) | 57 (77.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 39 (73.6%) | 39 (78.0%) |
| Total | 672 (95.5%) | 690 (91.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wathena
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Wathena show that 5.1% or 16 of the total 317 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 8.6%, comprising of 16 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 171 (91.4%) | 16 (8.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 109 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 301 (95.0%) | 16 (5.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wathena
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wathena
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 16 (8.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 16 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Wathena
Employment by Class of Employer in Wathena
Among the 817 employed individuals in Wathena, private company employees (612 | 74.9%), not-for-profit organizations (78 | 9.6%), and local government employees (54 | 6.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 612 | 74.9% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 12 | 1.5% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 17 | 2.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 78 | 9.6% |
| Local Government Employees | 54 | 6.6% |
| State Government Employees | 17 | 2.1% |
| Federal Government Employees | 27 | 3.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 817 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Wathena
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 14 (29.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 89 (96.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 100 (90.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 40 (75.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 181 (94.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 189 (95.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 155 (87.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 43 (69.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 17 (10.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 7 (5.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 835 (67.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wathena
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 4 (50.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 213 (83.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 361 (91.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 130 (94.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 708 (89.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Wathena
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wathena are Management (105 | 12.6%), Community & Social Service (62 | 7.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (54 | 6.5%), Legal Services & Support (28 | 3.4%), and Education Instruction & Library (28 | 3.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wathena, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 32 (30.5%) | 73 (69.5%) |
| Business & Financial | 5 (22.7%) | 17 (77.3%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 6 (9.7%) | 56 (90.3%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (100.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 54 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 58 (22.5%) | 200 (77.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 388 (46.5%) | 447 (53.5%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Wathena are Healthcare Support (40 | 4.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (40 | 4.8%), Security & Protection (22 | 2.6%), Personal Care & Service (22 | 2.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (19 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Wathena, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (63.2%), and Security & Protection (59.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (95.0%), and Law Enforcement (64.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 2 (5.0%) | 38 (95.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 13 (59.1%) | 9 (40.9%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 5 (35.7%) | 9 (64.3%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 12 (63.2%) | 7 (36.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 22 (55.0%) | 18 (45.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 49 (34.3%) | 94 (65.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 388 (46.5%) | 447 (53.5%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Wathena are Office & Administration (87 | 10.4%), and Sales & Related (50 | 6.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 30 (60.0%) | 20 (40.0%) |
| Office & Administration | 27 (31.0%) | 60 (69.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 57 (41.6%) | 80 (58.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 388 (46.5%) | 447 (53.5%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Wathena are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (107 | 12.8%), and Construction & Extraction (30 | 3.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 107 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 137 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 388 (46.5%) | 447 (53.5%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Wathena are Production (72 | 8.6%), Material Moving (57 | 6.8%), and Transportation (31 | 3.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 30 (41.7%) | 42 (58.3%) |
| Transportation | 14 (45.2%) | 17 (54.8%) |
| Material Moving | 43 (75.4%) | 14 (24.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 87 (54.4%) | 73 (45.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 388 (46.5%) | 447 (53.5%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Wathena
Employment Industries in Wathena
The major employment industries in Wathena include Manufacturing (242 | 29.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (109 | 13.1%), Retail Trade (79 | 9.5%), Construction (69 | 8.3%), and Public Administration (67 | 8.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Wathena
The Wathena industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (97.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 56 (81.2%) | 13 (18.8%) |
| Manufacturing | 137 (56.6%) | 105 (43.4%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 41 (51.9%) | 38 (48.1%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 36 (97.3%) | 1 (2.7%) |
| Utilities | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 6 (14.6%) | 35 (85.4%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 13 (27.7%) | 34 (72.3%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Educational Services | 24 (40.0%) | 36 (60.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 4 (3.7%) | 105 (96.3%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 12 (57.1%) | 9 (42.9%) |
| Public Administration | 38 (56.7%) | 29 (43.3%) |
| Total | 388 (46.5%) | 447 (53.5%) |
Education in Wathena
School Enrollment in Wathena
The most common levels of schooling among the 275 students in Wathena are elementary school (69 | 25.1%), high school (57 | 20.7%), and middle school (52 | 18.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 39 | 14.2% |
| Kindergarten | 18 | 6.6% |
| Elementary School | 69 | 25.1% |
| Middle School | 52 | 18.9% |
| High School | 57 | 20.7% |
| College / Undergraduate | 40 | 14.5% |
| Graduate / Professional | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 275 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wathena
Out of a total of 275 students who are enrolled in schools in Wathena, 32 (11.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 243 (88.4%) 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 9 (56.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 75 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 7 (43.8%) | 9 (56.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 64 (73.6%) | 23 (26.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 75 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 49 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 243 (88.4%) | 32 (11.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wathena
Education (77 | 35.2%), science & technology (43 | 19.6%), arts & humanities (29 | 13.2%), business (28 | 12.8%), and social sciences (12 | 5.5%) are the most common fields of study among 219 individuals in Wathena who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 7 | 3.2% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 1 | 0.5% |
| Psychology | 1 | 0.5% |
| Social Sciences | 12 | 5.5% |
| Engineering | 2 | 0.9% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 43 | 19.6% |
| Business | 28 | 12.8% |
| Education | 77 | 35.2% |
| Literature & Languages | 10 | 4.6% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 4 | 1.8% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 5 | 2.3% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 29 | 13.2% |
| Total | 219 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Wathena
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wathena
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Wathena are males with 2 vehicles (166, accounting for 44.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (214, making up 37.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (7.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 66 (17.8%) | 68 (15.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 166 (44.7%) | 214 (48.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 65 (17.5%) | 94 (21.1%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 39 (10.5%) | 18 (4.0%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 35 (9.4%) | 19 (4.3%) |
| Total | 371 (100.0%) | 446 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Wathena
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Wathena are 5 to 9 minutes (162 commuters, 21.0%), 15 to 19 minutes (156 commuters, 20.2%), and 20 to 24 minutes (134 commuters, 17.3%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 73 | 9.4% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 162 | 21.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 113 | 14.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 156 | 20.2% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 134 | 17.3% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 26 | 3.4% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 29 | 3.7% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 9 | 1.2% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 25 | 3.2% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 46 | 5.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in Wathena
The most common commute times in Wathena are 5 to 9 minutes (125 commuters, 34.5%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (91 commuters, 22.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 36 (9.9%) | 37 (9.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 125 (34.5%) | 37 (9.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 46 (12.7%) | 67 (16.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 65 (18.0%) | 91 (22.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 47 (13.0%) | 87 (21.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 2 (0.5%) | 24 (5.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 4 (1.1%) | 25 (6.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (2.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 5 (1.4%) | 20 (4.9%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 32 (8.8%) | 14 (3.4%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wathena
The most frequent times of departure to work in Wathena are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (70, 19.3%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (127, 30.9%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 59 (16.3%) | 17 (4.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 53 (14.6%) | 16 (3.9%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 15 (4.1%) | 29 (7.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 56 (15.5%) | 15 (3.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 70 (19.3%) | 54 (13.1%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 44 (12.1%) | 45 (11.0%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 5 (1.4%) | 127 (30.9%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 6 (1.7%) | 16 (3.9%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 4 (1.1%) | 30 (7.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 2 (0.5%) | 17 (4.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.5%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 15 (4.1%) | 16 (3.9%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 33 (9.1%) | 27 (6.6%) |
| Total | 362 (100.0%) | 411 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Wathena
Occupancy by Ownership in Wathena
Of the total 613 dwellings in Wathena, owner-occupied units account for 475 (77.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 138 (22.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 475 | 77.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 138 | 22.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 613 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Wathena
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 178 | 29.0% |
| 2-Person Household | 219 | 35.7% |
| 3-Person Household | 67 | 10.9% |
| 4+ Person Household | 149 | 24.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 613 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wathena
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 79 (44.4%) | 99 (55.6%) |
| 2-Person Household | 208 (95.0%) | 11 (5.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 52 (77.6%) | 15 (22.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 136 (91.3%) | 13 (8.7%) |
| Total Housing Units | 475 (77.5%) | 138 (22.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wathena
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 17 (60.7%) | 11 (39.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 135 (76.7%) | 41 (23.3%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 216 (80.6%) | 52 (19.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 107 (75.9%) | 34 (24.1%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wathena
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 94 | 15.3% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 117 | 19.1% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 108 | 17.6% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 122 | 19.9% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 120 | 19.6% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 42 | 6.9% |
| 85 Years and Over | 10 | 1.6% |
| Total | 613 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Wathena
Median Income by Occupancy in Wathena
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 475 (77.5%) | $80,347 |
| Renter-Occupied | 138 (22.5%) | $27,885 |
| Average | 613 (100.0%) | $75,819 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wathena
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (14.5%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 28 (5.9%) | 15 (10.9%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2 (0.4%) | 14 (10.1%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 4 (0.8%) | 4 (2.9%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 5 (1.1%) | 14 (10.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 36 (7.6%) | 13 (9.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 44 (9.3%) | 22 (15.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 62 (13.1%) | 14 (10.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 119 (25.1%) | 9 (6.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 79 (16.6%) | 7 (5.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 96 (20.2%) | 6 (4.3%) |
| Total | 475 (100.0%) | 138 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wathena
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 2 (0.4%) | 29 (21.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 63 (13.3%) | 17 (12.3%) |
| $500 to $799 | 170 (35.8%) | 54 (39.1%) |
| $800 to $999 | 40 (8.4%) | 23 (16.7%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 109 (23.0%) | 13 (9.4%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 19 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 67 (14.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 5 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 475 (100.0%) | 138 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Wathena
Housing Structures in Wathena
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 509 | 83.0% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 13 | 2.1% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 43 | 7.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 14 | 2.3% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 10 | 1.6% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 24 | 3.9% |
| Total | 613 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wathena
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 451 (88.6%) | 58 (11.4%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 43 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 475 (77.5%) | 138 (22.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wathena
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 0 (0.0%) | 67 (48.5%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 185 (39.0%) | 43 (31.2%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 166 (34.9%) | 15 (10.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 124 (26.1%) | 13 (9.4%) |
| Total | 475 (100.0%) | 138 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wathena
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 417 (87.8%) | 63 (45.7%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 10 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 48 (10.1%) | 69 (50.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (4.3%) |
| Total | 475 (100.0%) | 138 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Wathena
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 48 (34.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 117 (24.6%) | 62 (44.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 227 (47.8%) | 9 (6.5%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 131 (27.6%) | 19 (13.8%) |
| Total | 475 (100.0%) | 138 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Wathena
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Wathena
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 223 | 252 |
| Median Property Value | $134,900 | $145,500 |
| Median Household Income | $78,550 | $69 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $620 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,662 | $20 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wathena
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 21 (9.4%) | 2 (0.8%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 28 (12.6%) | 54 (21.4%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 163 (73.1%) | 139 (55.2%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 11 (4.9%) | 57 (22.6%) |
| $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 | 223 (100.0%) | 252 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wathena
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 12 (5.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 5 (2.2%) | 16 (6.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 18 (8.1%) | 6 (2.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 8 (3.6%) | 18 (7.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 41 (18.4%) | 36 (14.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 85 (38.1%) | 21 (8.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 27 (12.1%) | 34 (13.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 27 (12.1%) | 52 (20.6%) |
| Total | 223 (100.0%) | 252 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wathena
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 131 (58.7%) | 91,250 (36,210.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 51 (22.9%) | 143 (56.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 10 (4.5%) | 42 (16.7%) |
| 4.0x or more | 31 (13.9%) | 37 (14.7%) |
| Total | 223 (100.0%) | 252 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wathena
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 21 (9.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 74 (33.2%) | 6 (2.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 128 (57.4%) | 118 (46.8%) |
| Total | 223 (100.0%) | 252 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Wathena
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wathena
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 107 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 185 (94.4%) | 11 (5.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 151 (89.9%) | 17 (10.1%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 89 (88.1%) | 12 (11.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 185 (96.9%) | 6 (3.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 143 (71.9%) | 56 (28.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 218 (90.8%) | 22 (9.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 158 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 103 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,339 (91.5%) | 124 (8.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wathena
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 107 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 185 (94.4%) | 11 (5.6%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 151 (89.9%) | 17 (10.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wathena
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 89 (74.2%) | 31 (25.8%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 206 (96.7%) | 7 (3.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 103 (76.9%) | 31 (23.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 317 (88.1%) | 43 (11.9%) |
| $100,000 and over | 622 (98.1%) | 12 (1.9%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wathena
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 28 (26.2%) | 79 (73.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 33 (16.8%) | 152 (77.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 151 (89.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 4 (4.0%) | 85 (84.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 17 (8.9%) | 168 (88.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 27 (13.6%) | 130 (65.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 38 (15.8%) | 195 (81.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 158 (100.0%) | 50 (31.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 103 (100.0%) | 71 (68.9%) |
| Total | 408 (27.9%) | 1,081 (73.9%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wathena
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 5 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (6.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 11 (4.0%) | 46 (13.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (14.3%) | 2 (2.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 21 (39.6%) | 34 (68.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Wathena
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 5 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 6 (2.2%) | 11 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 11 (13.1%) | 2 (2.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 5 (9.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (3.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (2.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (2.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (2.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (2.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1 (1.2%) | 2 (2.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 6 (11.3%) | 6 (12.0%) |
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 | 11 (4.0%) | 28 (7.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1 (1.2%) | 2 (2.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 16 (30.2%) | 34 (68.0%) |
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%) | 4 (2.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 5 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (2.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 6 (11.3%) | 6 (12.0%) |
Technology Access in Wathena
Computing Device Access in Wathena
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 392 | 63.9% |
| Smartphone | 509 | 83.0% |
| Tablet | 276 | 45.0% |
| No Computing Device | 63 | 10.3% |
| Total | 613 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Wathena
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 1 | 0.2% |
| Broadband Home | 415 | 67.7% |
| Cellular Data Only | 53 | 8.6% |
| Satellite Internet | 33 | 5.4% |
| No Internet | 95 | 15.5% |
| Total | 613 | 100.0% |
Wathena Summary
Wathena, Kansas is a small town located in Doniphan County, in the northeastern corner of the state. It is situated along the Missouri River, and is part of the St. Joseph, Missouri metropolitan area. The population of Wathena was 1,717 at the 2010 census.
History
Wathena was founded in 1854 by a group of settlers from Ohio. The town was named after Chief Wathena, a Potawatomi chief who had signed a treaty with the United States in 1846. The town was incorporated in 1857.
In the late 19th century, Wathena was a thriving river port, with steamboats regularly stopping at the town's wharf. The town was also home to a number of businesses, including a flour mill, a sawmill, a brickyard, and a brewery.
Geography
Wathena is located at 39°45'45" North, 94°59'45" West (39.7625, -94.9958). The town is situated along the Missouri River, and is part of the St. Joseph, Missouri metropolitan area.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 1.2 square miles (3.1 km2), all of it land.
Economy
Wathena's economy is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to a number of farms, as well as a number of businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, a bank, and a restaurant.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 1,717 people, 690 households, and 463 families residing in the town. The population density was 1,427.5 people per square mile (550.3/km2). There were 745 housing units at an average density of 621.7 per square mile (239.7/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.5% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.4% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
There were 690 households, out of which 30.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.5% were married couples living together, 10.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.6% were non-families. 29.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 3.02.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 25.7% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 17.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.2 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $35,000, and the median income for a family was $41,250. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the town was $17,845. About 8.2% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Wathena?
Total Population of Wathena is 1,499.
What is the Total Male Population of Wathena?
Total Male Population of Wathena is 726.
What is the Total Female Population of Wathena?
Total Female Population of Wathena is 773.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Wathena?
There are 93.92 Males per 100 Females in Wathena.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Wathena?
There are 106.47 Females per 100 Males in Wathena.
What is the Median Population Age in Wathena?
Median Population Age in Wathena is 44.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Wathena
Average Family Size in Wathena is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Wathena
Average Household Size in Wathena is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Wathena?
Per Capita income in Wathena is $36,704.
What is the Median Family Income in Wathena?
Median Family Income in Wathena is $88,487.
What is the Median Household income in Wathena?
Median Household Income in Wathena is $75,819.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Wathena?
Income or Wage Gap in Wathena is 24.9%.
Women in Wathena earn 75.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Wathena?
Inequality or Gini Index in Wathena is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Wathena?
There are 835 People in the Labor Forcein in Wathena.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Wathena?
67.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Wathena.