Owenton, KY

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Owenton Overview

1,640
TOTAL POPULATION
756
MALE POPULATION
884
FEMALE POPULATION
85.52
MALES / 100 FEMALES
116.93
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$20,285
PER CAPITA INCOME
$57,946
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$45,766
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
59.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
40.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,483
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
694
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
51.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Owenton Zip Codes

Owenton Area Codes

Race in Owenton

The most populous races in Owenton are White / Caucasian (1,575 | 96.0%), Two or more Races (32 | 1.9%), and Black / African American (30 | 1.8%).
Race in Owenton
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American301.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino251.5%
Native / Alaskan30.2%
White / Caucasian1,57596.0%
Two or more Races321.9%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,640100.0%

Ancestry in Owenton

The most populous ancestries reported in Owenton are Irish (268 | 16.3%), German (240 | 14.6%), American (222 | 13.5%), English (141 | 8.6%), and Scottish (139 | 8.5%), together accounting for 61.6% of all Owenton residents.
Ancestry in Owenton
Ancestry# Population% Population
American22213.5%
British40.2%
Cherokee30.2%
Czech50.3%
Dutch40.2%
Eastern European181.1%
English1418.6%
European211.3%
French171.0%
French Canadian50.3%
German24014.6%
Irish26816.3%
Italian251.5%
Korean140.9%
Mexican20.1%
Polish171.0%
Puerto Rican140.9%
Scotch-Irish171.0%
Scottish1398.5%
Welsh120.7%
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Immigrants in Owenton

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Owenton came from Africa (5 | 0.3%), Liberia (5 | 0.3%), Western Africa (5 | 0.3%), Europe (4 | 0.2%), and Germany (4 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.4% of all Owenton residents.
Immigrants in Owenton
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa50.3%
Central America20.1%
Europe40.2%
Germany40.2%
Latin America20.1%
Liberia50.3%
Mexico20.1%
Western Africa50.3%
Western Europe40.2%
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Sex and Age in Owenton

Sex and Age in Owenton

The most populous age groups in Owenton are 25 to 29 Years (77 | 10.2%) for men and 70 to 74 Years (104 | 11.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Owenton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years60 (7.9%)46 (5.2%)
5 to 9 Years55 (7.3%)66 (7.5%)
10 to 14 Years32 (4.2%)36 (4.1%)
15 to 19 Years10 (1.3%)23 (2.6%)
20 to 24 Years57 (7.5%)74 (8.4%)
25 to 29 Years77 (10.2%)85 (9.6%)
30 to 34 Years22 (2.9%)33 (3.7%)
35 to 39 Years40 (5.3%)9 (1.0%)
40 to 44 Years66 (8.7%)51 (5.8%)
45 to 49 Years17 (2.2%)47 (5.3%)
50 to 54 Years46 (6.1%)60 (6.8%)
55 to 59 Years38 (5.0%)55 (6.2%)
60 to 64 Years60 (7.9%)28 (3.2%)
65 to 69 Years48 (6.4%)45 (5.1%)
70 to 74 Years58 (7.7%)104 (11.8%)
75 to 79 Years32 (4.2%)38 (4.3%)
80 to 84 Years26 (3.4%)27 (3.0%)
85 Years and over12 (1.6%)57 (6.5%)
Total756 (100.0%)884 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Owenton

Median Family Size in Owenton

The median family size in Owenton is 3.37 persons per family, with single male/father families (20 | 5.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (284 | 84.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.32 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Owenton
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple284 (84.3%)3.32
Single Male/Father20 (5.9%)4.00
Single Female/Mother33 (9.8%)3.36
Total Families337 (100.0%)3.37

Median Household Size in Owenton

The median household size in Owenton is 2.50 persons per household, with single male/father households (20 | 3.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.9 persons per household. non-family households (278 | 45.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.32 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Owenton
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple284 (46.2%)3.32
Single Male/Father20 (3.3%)4.90
Single Female/Mother33 (5.4%)3.91
Non-family278 (45.2%)1.32
Total Households615 (100.0%)2.50

Household Size by Marriage Status in Owenton

Out of a total of 615 households in Owenton, 337 (54.8%) are family households, while 278 (45.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 138, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 216.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Owenton
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-216 (35.1%)
2-Person Households138 (22.4%)48 (7.8%)
3-Person Households93 (15.1%)5 (0.8%)
4-Person Households47 (7.6%)9 (1.5%)
5-Person Households26 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households9 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households24 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total337 (54.8%)278 (45.2%)

Female Fertility in Owenton

Fertility by Age in Owenton

Average fertility rate in Owenton is 53.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 94.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Owenton
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years18 (100.0%)94.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total18 (100.0%)53.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Owenton

61.1% of women with births (18) in Owenton are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 38.9% 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 38.9% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Owenton
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years11 (61.1%)7 (38.9%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total11 (61.1%)7 (38.9%)

Fertility by Education in Owenton

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Owenton
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma15 (83.3%)126.0
College or Associate's Degree3 (16.7%)22.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total18 (100.0%)53.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Owenton

38.9% of women with births in Owenton are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 73.3% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Owenton
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma11 (73.3%)4 (26.7%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total11 (61.1%)7 (38.9%)

Income in Owenton

Income Overview in Owenton

Per Capita Income in Owenton is $20,285, while median incomes of families and households are $57,946 and $45,766 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,640$20,285
Median Family Income337$57,946
Mean Family Income337$64,420
Median Household Income615$45,766
Mean Household Income615$50,012
Income Deficit337$10,483
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,64059.87%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,64040.13¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,6400.41

Earnings by Sex in Owenton

Average Earnings in Owenton are $24,853, $37,857 for men and $15,192 for women, a difference of 59.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Owenton
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male358 (49.4%)$37,857
Female366 (50.5%)$15,192
Total724 (100.0%)$24,853

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Owenton

The most common earnings brackets in Owenton are $45,000 to $49,999 for men (47 | 13.1%) and $2,500 to $4,999 for women (64 | 17.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Owenton
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less3 (0.8%)30 (8.2%)
$2,500 to $4,99918 (5.0%)64 (17.5%)
$5,000 to $7,49916 (4.5%)16 (4.4%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)21 (5.7%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)38 (10.4%)
$12,500 to $14,99937 (10.3%)13 (3.5%)
$15,000 to $17,4998 (2.2%)13 (3.5%)
$17,500 to $19,9995 (1.4%)2 (0.5%)
$20,000 to $22,49926 (7.3%)20 (5.5%)
$22,500 to $24,9999 (2.5%)25 (6.8%)
$25,000 to $29,99917 (4.8%)2 (0.5%)
$30,000 to $34,99934 (9.5%)47 (12.8%)
$35,000 to $39,99918 (5.0%)16 (4.4%)
$40,000 to $44,99935 (9.8%)3 (0.8%)
$45,000 to $49,99947 (13.1%)13 (3.5%)
$50,000 to $54,99917 (4.8%)7 (1.9%)
$55,000 to $64,99937 (10.3%)19 (5.2%)
$65,000 to $74,99910 (2.8%)2 (0.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99915 (4.2%)15 (4.1%)
$100,000+6 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total358 (100.0%)366 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Owenton

Average earnings in Owenton are $41,250 for men and $20,956 for women, a difference of 49.2%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $41,607, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $41,607. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $24,306, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $10,192.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Owenton
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$41,607$24,306
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$41,250$20,956

Family Income in Owenton

Family Income Brackets in Owenton

According to the Owenton family income data, there are 142 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 42.1% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Owenton
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00051.5%
$10,000 to $14,99941.2%
$15,000 to $24,999216.2%
$25,000 to $34,999257.4%
$35,000 to $49,9995716.9%
$50,000 to $74,99914242.1%
$75,000 to $99,9993410.1%
$100,000 to $149,9993410.1%
$150,000 to $199,999154.5%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Owenton

5-person families (15 | 4.4%) account for the highest median family income in Owenton with $85,417 per family, while 2-person families (141 | 41.8%) have the highest median income of $24,375 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Owenton
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families141 (41.8%)$48,750
3-Person Families102 (30.3%)$59,444
4-Person Families46 (13.7%)$52,321
5-Person Families15 (4.4%)$85,417
6-Person Families9 (2.7%)$0
7+ Person Families24 (7.1%)$0
Total337 (100.0%)$57,946

Family Income by Number of Earners in Owenton

The median family income in Owenton is $57,946, with families comprising 2 earners (127) having the highest median family income of $73,533, while families with no earners (69) have the lowest median family income of $45,469, accounting for 37.7% and 20.5% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Owenton
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners69 (20.5%)$45,469
1 Earner90 (26.7%)$50,417
2 Earners127 (37.7%)$73,533
3+ Earners51 (15.1%)$63,063
Total337 (100.0%)$57,946

Household Income in Owenton

Household Income Brackets in Owenton

With 172 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Owenton, accounting for 28.0% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Owenton
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000355.7%
$10,000 to $14,99910216.6%
$15,000 to $24,9997812.7%
$25,000 to $34,999477.6%
$35,000 to $49,9997412.0%
$50,000 to $74,99917228.0%
$75,000 to $99,999447.2%
$100,000 to $149,999396.3%
$150,000 to $199,999243.9%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Owenton

The median household income in Owenton is $45,766, with the highest median household income of $64,375 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 148 households (24.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $28,906, with 195 households (31.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Owenton
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years38 (6.2%)$40,714
25 to 44 Years148 (24.1%)$64,375
45 to 64 Years234 (38.1%)$38,500
65+ Years195 (31.7%)$28,906
Total615 (100.0%)$45,766

Poverty in Owenton

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Owenton

With 15.5% poverty level for males and 19.9% for females among the residents of Owenton, 55 to 64 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 55 males (56.1%) and 32 females (41.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Owenton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4 (6.7%)7 (15.2%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)4 (23.5%)
6 to 11 Years13 (31.7%)10 (15.9%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)6 (30.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)32 (41.6%)
25 to 34 Years12 (12.1%)11 (9.3%)
35 to 44 Years4 (3.8%)8 (13.3%)
45 to 54 Years10 (17.5%)21 (19.6%)
55 to 64 Years55 (56.1%)14 (19.2%)
65 to 74 Years15 (15.0%)39 (31.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)9 (10.8%)
Total113 (15.5%)161 (19.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Owenton

According to the poverty statistics in Owenton, males aged 5 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Owenton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years56 (93.3%)39 (84.8%)
5 Years17 (100.0%)13 (76.5%)
6 to 11 Years28 (68.3%)53 (84.1%)
12 to 14 Years29 (100.0%)22 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years10 (100.0%)14 (70.0%)
18 to 24 Years57 (100.0%)45 (58.4%)
25 to 34 Years87 (87.9%)107 (90.7%)
35 to 44 Years102 (96.2%)52 (86.7%)
45 to 54 Years47 (82.5%)86 (80.4%)
55 to 64 Years43 (43.9%)59 (80.8%)
65 to 74 Years85 (85.0%)85 (68.5%)
75 Years and over54 (100.0%)74 (89.2%)
Total615 (84.5%)649 (80.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Owenton

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Owenton show that 6.0% or 17 of the total 284 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 14.8%, comprising of 4 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Owenton
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children156 (94.6%)9 (5.4%)
1 or 2 Children68 (94.4%)4 (5.6%)
3 or 4 Children23 (85.2%)4 (14.8%)
5 or more Children20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total267 (94.0%)17 (6.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Owenton

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Owenton
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children4 (22.2%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (30.0%)0 (0.0%)

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

The poverty data for Owenton shows that 17 of the married-couple family households (6.0%) and 6 of the single-parent households (11.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (14.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Owenton
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children9 (5.4%)4 (18.2%)
1 or 2 Children4 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children4 (14.8%)2 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total17 (6.0%)6 (11.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Owenton

Employment by Class of Employer in Owenton

Among the 597 employed individuals in Owenton, private company employees (424 | 71.0%), state government employees (53 | 8.9%), and local government employees (39 | 6.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Owenton
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees42471.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)233.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)81.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations366.0%
Local Government Employees396.5%
State Government Employees538.9%
Federal Government Employees142.4%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total597100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Owenton

According to the labor force statistics for Owenton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,345), 51.6% or 694 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.9% or 62 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 92.7% or 51 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 24.5% or 35 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Owenton
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years30 (90.9%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years92 (70.2%)3 (3.3%)
25 to 29 Years141 (87.0%)8 (5.7%)
30 to 34 Years51 (92.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years143 (86.1%)35 (24.5%)
45 to 54 Years100 (58.8%)14 (14.0%)
55 to 59 Years65 (69.9%)2 (3.1%)
60 to 64 Years30 (34.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years35 (13.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total694 (51.6%)62 (8.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Owenton

According to labor force statistics for Owenton, 72.2% of individuals (530) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (734) are in the labor force, with 11.1% or 59 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 100.0% or 77 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 16.2% or 43 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Owenton
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School51 (39.2%)5 (3.9%)
High School Diploma265 (77.0%)56 (16.2%)
College / Associate Degree137 (74.9%)19 (10.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher77 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total530 (72.2%)81 (11.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Owenton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Owenton are Community & Social Service (85 | 13.5%), Education Instruction & Library (78 | 12.3%), Management (43 | 6.8%), Computers, Engineering & Science (20 | 3.2%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (14 | 2.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Owenton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Owenton, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (35.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Owenton
OccupationMaleFemale
Management8 (18.6%)35 (81.4%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science5 (25.0%)15 (75.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 21 (24.7%)64 (75.3%)
Education, Arts & Media7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library14 (17.9%)64 (82.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating5 (35.7%)9 (64.3%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)39 (22.9%)131 (77.1%)
Total (Overall)295 (46.7%)337 (53.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Owenton are Food Preparation & Serving (63 | 10.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (33 | 5.2%), Healthcare Support (25 | 4.0%), Security & Protection (12 | 1.9%), and Firefighting & Prevention (8 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations in Owenton

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Owenton, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (87.9%), and Security & Protection (58.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (62.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (49.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Owenton
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
Security & Protection7 (58.3%)5 (41.7%)
Firefighting & Prevention3 (37.5%)5 (62.5%)
Law Enforcement4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving32 (50.8%)31 (49.2%)
Cleaning & Maintenance29 (87.9%)4 (12.1%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)68 (51.1%)65 (48.9%)
Total (Overall)295 (46.7%)337 (53.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Owenton are Sales & Related (75 | 11.9%), and Office & Administration (58 | 9.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Owenton

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Owenton
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related10 (13.3%)65 (86.7%)
Office & Administration27 (46.6%)31 (53.4%)
Total (Category)37 (27.8%)96 (72.2%)
Total (Overall)295 (46.7%)337 (53.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Owenton are Construction & Extraction (44 | 7.0%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (27 | 4.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Owenton

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Owenton
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)71 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)295 (46.7%)337 (53.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Owenton are Production (61 | 9.7%), Material Moving (35 | 5.5%), and Transportation (29 | 4.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Owenton

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Owenton
OccupationMaleFemale
Production39 (63.9%)22 (36.1%)
Transportation29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving12 (34.3%)23 (65.7%)
Total (Category)80 (64.0%)45 (36.0%)
Total (Overall)295 (46.7%)337 (53.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Owenton

Employment Industries in Owenton

The major employment industries in Owenton include Manufacturing (123 | 19.5%), Retail Trade (101 | 16.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (88 | 13.9%), Educational Services (85 | 13.5%), and Administrative & Support (54 | 8.5%).
Employment Industries in Owenton

Employment Industries by Sex in Owenton

The Owenton industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (88.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Owenton
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing83 (67.5%)40 (32.5%)
Wholesale Trade10 (52.6%)9 (47.4%)
Retail Trade25 (24.7%)76 (75.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing24 (80.0%)6 (20.0%)
Utilities11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support48 (88.9%)6 (11.1%)
Educational Services14 (16.5%)71 (83.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services32 (36.4%)56 (63.6%)
Public Administration8 (34.8%)15 (65.2%)
Total295 (46.7%)337 (53.3%)

Education in Owenton

School Enrollment in Owenton

The most common levels of schooling among the 312 students in Owenton are elementary school (86 | 27.6%), college / undergraduate (65 | 20.8%), and high school (57 | 18.3%).
School Enrollment in Owenton
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool278.6%
Kindergarten247.7%
Elementary School8627.6%
Middle School3611.5%
High School5718.3%
College / Undergraduate6520.8%
Graduate / Professional175.4%
Total312100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Owenton

Out of a total of 312 students who are enrolled in schools in Owenton, 43 (13.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 269 (86.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 17 (51.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 14 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Owenton
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old113 (93.4%)8 (6.6%)
10 to 14 Year Olds60 (88.2%)8 (11.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds20 (83.3%)4 (16.7%)
18 to 19 Year Olds3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds35 (85.4%)6 (14.6%)
25 to 34 Year Olds16 (48.5%)17 (51.5%)
35 Years and over8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total269 (86.2%)43 (13.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Owenton

Education (56 | 44.1%), arts & humanities (17 | 13.4%), literature & languages (16 | 12.6%), business (11 | 8.7%), and bio, nature & agricultural (10 | 7.9%) are the most common fields of study among 127 individuals in Owenton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Owenton
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural107.9%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences32.4%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology86.3%
Business118.7%
Education5644.1%
Literature & Languages1612.6%
Liberal Arts & History64.7%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities1713.4%
Total127100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Owenton

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Owenton

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Owenton are males with 2 vehicles (139, accounting for 48.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (117, making up 44.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Owenton
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle19 (6.6%)18 (5.8%)
1 Vehicle54 (18.9%)73 (23.5%)
2 Vehicles139 (48.6%)117 (37.6%)
3 Vehicles61 (21.3%)82 (26.4%)
4 Vehicles8 (2.8%)6 (1.9%)
5 or more Vehicles5 (1.8%)15 (4.8%)
Total286 (100.0%)311 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Owenton

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Owenton are 30 to 34 minutes (103 commuters, 18.0%), 10 to 14 minutes (99 commuters, 17.3%), and 5 to 9 minutes (76 commuters, 13.3%).
Commute Time in Owenton
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes7012.3%
5 to 9 Minutes7613.3%
10 to 14 Minutes9917.3%
15 to 19 Minutes91.6%
20 to 24 Minutes132.3%
25 to 29 Minutes122.1%
30 to 34 Minutes10318.0%
35 to 39 Minutes91.6%
40 to 44 Minutes366.3%
45 to 59 Minutes6110.7%
60 to 89 Minutes569.8%
90 or more Minutes274.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Owenton

The most common commute times in Owenton are 60 to 89 minutes (49 commuters, 17.4%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (69 commuters, 23.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Owenton
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes33 (11.7%)37 (12.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes28 (9.9%)48 (16.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes30 (10.6%)69 (23.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes9 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes6 (2.1%)7 (2.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)12 (4.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes40 (14.2%)63 (21.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes9 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes27 (9.6%)9 (3.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes32 (11.4%)29 (10.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes49 (17.4%)7 (2.4%)
90 or more Minutes19 (6.7%)8 (2.8%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Owenton

The most frequent times of departure to work in Owenton are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (61, 21.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (45, 15.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Owenton
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM19 (6.7%)28 (9.7%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM61 (21.6%)5 (1.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM14 (5.0%)4 (1.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM23 (8.2%)33 (11.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM27 (9.6%)2 (0.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM34 (12.1%)44 (15.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM3 (1.1%)45 (15.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM20 (7.1%)27 (9.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM7 (2.5%)17 (5.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM17 (6.0%)9 (3.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM6 (2.1%)11 (3.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM32 (11.4%)33 (11.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM19 (6.7%)31 (10.7%)
Total282 (100.0%)289 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Owenton

Occupancy by Ownership in Owenton

Of the total 615 dwellings in Owenton, owner-occupied units account for 335 (54.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 280 (45.5%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Owenton
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units33554.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units28045.5%
Total Occupied Housing Units615100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Owenton

Occupancy by Household Size in Owenton
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household21635.1%
2-Person Household18630.2%
3-Person Household9815.9%
4+ Person Household11518.7%
Total Housing Units615100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Owenton

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Owenton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household104 (48.1%)112 (51.8%)
2-Person Household86 (46.2%)100 (53.8%)
3-Person Household74 (75.5%)24 (24.5%)
4+ Person Household71 (61.7%)44 (38.3%)
Total Housing Units335 (54.5%)280 (45.5%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Owenton

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Owenton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School52 (39.7%)79 (60.3%)
High School Diploma149 (55.4%)120 (44.6%)
College/Associate Degree83 (53.2%)73 (46.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher51 (86.4%)8 (13.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Owenton

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Owenton
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years11518.7%
35 to 44 Years7111.5%
45 to 54 Years11418.5%
55 to 64 Years12019.5%
65 to 74 Years12219.8%
75 to 84 Years477.6%
85 Years and Over264.2%
Total615100.0%

Housing Finances in Owenton

Median Income by Occupancy in Owenton

Median Income by Occupancy in Owenton
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied335 (54.5%)$57,589
Renter-Occupied280 (45.5%)$23,750
Average615 (100.0%)$45,766

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Owenton

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Owenton
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0003 (0.9%)12 (4.3%)
$5,000 to $9,9994 (1.2%)16 (5.7%)
$10,000 to $14,99921 (6.3%)81 (28.9%)
$15,000 to $19,99929 (8.7%)22 (7.9%)
$20,000 to $24,99916 (4.8%)11 (3.9%)
$25,000 to $34,99930 (9.0%)17 (6.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99940 (11.9%)34 (12.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99994 (28.1%)78 (27.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99935 (10.4%)9 (3.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99939 (11.6%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more24 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total335 (100.0%)280 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Owenton

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Owenton
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30039 (11.6%)28 (10.0%)
$300 to $49993 (27.8%)57 (20.4%)
$500 to $79970 (20.9%)91 (32.5%)
$800 to $99930 (9.0%)40 (14.3%)
$1,000 to $1,49990 (26.9%)28 (10.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)24 (8.6%)
$2,000 to $2,4994 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9999 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total335 (100.0%)280 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Owenton

Housing Structures in Owenton

Housing Structures in Owenton
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached38562.6%
Single Unit, Attached30.5%
2 Unit Apartments467.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments254.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments10316.8%
10 or more Apartments264.2%
Mobile Home / Other274.4%
Total615100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Owenton

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Owenton
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached308 (80.0%)77 (20.0%)
Single Unit, Attached3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)46 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)103 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other24 (88.9%)3 (11.1%)
Total335 (54.5%)280 (45.5%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Owenton

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Owenton
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms5 (1.5%)87 (31.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms94 (28.1%)126 (45.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms182 (54.3%)44 (15.7%)
8 or more Rooms54 (16.1%)23 (8.2%)
Total335 (100.0%)280 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Owenton

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Owenton
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas48 (14.3%)14 (5.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas23 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity252 (75.2%)260 (92.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene7 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used5 (1.5%)6 (2.1%)
Total335 (100.0%)280 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Owenton

Household Vehicle Usage in Owenton
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle13 (3.9%)56 (20.0%)
1 Vehicle121 (36.1%)131 (46.8%)
2 Vehicles114 (34.0%)67 (23.9%)
3 or more Vehicles87 (26.0%)26 (9.3%)
Total335 (100.0%)280 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Owenton

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Owenton

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units157178
Median Property Value$112,100$121,300
Median Household Income$55,469$14
Monthly Housing Costs$431$0
Real Estate Taxes$866$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Owenton

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Owenton
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0008 (5.1%)6 (3.4%)
$50,000 to $99,99957 (36.3%)48 (27.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99991 (58.0%)117 (65.7%)
$300,000 to $499,9991 (0.6%)7 (3.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total157 (100.0%)178 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Owenton

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Owenton
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0003 (1.9%)5 (2.8%)
$10,000 to $24,99941 (26.1%)4 (2.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99910 (6.4%)25 (14.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99923 (14.6%)20 (11.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99945 (28.7%)17 (9.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99918 (11.5%)49 (27.5%)
$100,000 to $149,9997 (4.5%)17 (9.6%)
$150,000 or more10 (6.4%)32 (18.0%)
Total157 (100.0%)178 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Owenton

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Owenton
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x55 (35.0%)58,750 (33,005.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x42 (26.8%)111 (62.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x27 (17.2%)11 (6.2%)
4.0x or more33 (21.0%)15 (8.4%)
Total157 (100.0%)178 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Owenton

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Owenton
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80061 (38.9%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49965 (41.4%)77 (43.3%)
$800 to $1,49925 (15.9%)58 (32.6%)
Total157 (100.0%)178 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Owenton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Owenton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Owenton
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years140 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years182 (96.8%)6 (3.2%)
19 to 25 Years139 (89.7%)16 (10.3%)
26 to 34 Years177 (91.7%)16 (8.3%)
35 to 44 Years163 (98.2%)3 (1.8%)
45 to 54 Years133 (81.1%)31 (18.9%)
55 to 64 Years171 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years224 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older137 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,466 (95.3%)72 (4.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Owenton

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Owenton
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born140 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen182 (96.8%)6 (3.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen139 (89.7%)16 (10.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Owenton

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Owenton
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000330 (98.8%)4 (1.2%)
$25,000 to $49,999257 (93.8%)17 (6.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999495 (94.7%)28 (5.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999164 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over220 (90.5%)23 (9.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Owenton

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Owenton
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6122 (87.1%)42 (30.0%)
6 to 18 Years121 (64.4%)80 (42.5%)
19 to 25 Years66 (42.6%)84 (54.2%)
25 to 34 Years96 (49.7%)98 (50.8%)
35 to 44 Years48 (28.9%)135 (81.3%)
45 to 54 Years82 (50.0%)63 (38.4%)
55 to 64 Years82 (47.9%)101 (59.1%)
65 to 74 Years210 (93.8%)95 (42.4%)
75 Years and over135 (98.5%)66 (48.2%)
Total962 (62.5%)764 (49.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Owenton

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Owenton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years2 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years3 (1.9%)3 (1.5%)
35 to 64 Years80 (30.6%)67 (27.9%)
65 to 74 Years43 (43.0%)15 (12.1%)
75 Years and over39 (72.2%)50 (60.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Owenton

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Owenton: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years9 (3.5%)17 (7.1%)
65 to 74 Years27 (27.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over18 (33.3%)39 (47.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Owenton: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years5 (1.9%)21 (8.7%)
65 to 74 Years4 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over15 (27.8%)15 (18.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Owenton: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years2 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years3 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years38 (14.6%)36 (15.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)13 (10.5%)
75 Years and over15 (27.8%)5 (6.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Owenton: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years32 (12.3%)48 (20.0%)
65 to 74 Years12 (12.0%)4 (3.2%)
75 Years and over18 (33.3%)28 (33.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Owenton: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years11 (4.2%)25 (10.4%)
65 to 74 Years9 (9.0%)4 (3.2%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)11 (13.3%)

Technology Access in Owenton

Computing Device Access in Owenton

Computing Device Access in Owenton
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop34556.1%
Smartphone43270.2%
Tablet25641.6%
No Computing Device9815.9%
Total615100.0%

Internet Access in Owenton

Internet Access in Owenton
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home33053.7%
Cellular Data Only9415.3%
Satellite Internet386.2%
No Internet17027.6%
Total615100.0%

Owenton Summary

Owenton is a small town located in Owen County, Kentucky, United States. It is situated in the northern part of the state, about 40 miles northeast of Lexington. The population was 1,072 at the 2010 census.

History

Owenton was founded in 1817 by William Owenton, a Revolutionary War veteran. He named the town after himself and it was incorporated in 1820. The town was originally a trading post and a stop on the stagecoach route between Lexington and Cincinnati.
In the early 19th century, Owenton was a thriving agricultural center. The town was home to several mills, including a gristmill, a sawmill, and a woolen mill. The town also had a blacksmith shop, a tannery, and a distillery.
In the late 19th century, Owenton began to decline as the railroad bypassed the town. The decline continued into the 20th century, and by the 1950s, the town had become a virtual ghost town.
In the late 20th century, Owenton began to experience a resurgence. The town was revitalized by the opening of a new industrial park in the 1980s. The park brought new jobs and businesses to the area, and the town began to experience a population growth.

Geography

Owenton is located at 38°25'25" North, 84°25'25" West (38.423, -84.423). The town is situated in the northern part of Owen County, about 40 miles northeast of Lexington.
The town is located in the Bluegrass region of Kentucky, and is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The town is situated on the banks of the Kentucky River, and is home to several small lakes and streams.

Economy

Owenton's economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The town is home to several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant.
The town is also home to several industrial parks, which provide jobs in manufacturing and other industries. The largest employer in the town is the Owenton Industrial Park, which is home to several manufacturing companies.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 1,072 people, 441 households, and 294 families residing in the town. The population density was 1,072 people per square mile (415/km2). There were 441 housing units at an average density of 441 per square mile (170/km2).
The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 0.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
There were 441 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.2% were married couples living together, 12.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.2% were non-families. 29.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 2.97.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 15.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 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 $30,000, and the median income for a family was $36,250. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the town was $15,845. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.2% of those under age 18 and 10.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Owenton?
Total Population of Owenton is 1,640.
What is the Total Male Population of Owenton?
Total Male Population of Owenton is 756.
What is the Total Female Population of Owenton?
Total Female Population of Owenton is 884.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Owenton?
There are 85.52 Males per 100 Females in Owenton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Owenton?
There are 116.93 Females per 100 Males in Owenton.
What is the Median Population Age in Owenton?
Median Population Age in Owenton is 43.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Owenton
Average Family Size in Owenton is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Owenton
Average Household Size in Owenton is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Owenton?
Per Capita income in Owenton is $20,285.
What is the Median Family Income in Owenton?
Median Family Income in Owenton is $57,946.
What is the Median Household income in Owenton?
Median Household Income in Owenton is $45,766.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Owenton?
Income or Wage Gap in Owenton is 59.9%.
Women in Owenton earn 40.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Owenton?
Family Income Deficit in Owenton is $10,483.
Families that are below poverty line in Owenton earn $10,483 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Owenton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Owenton is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Owenton?
There are 694 People in the Labor Forcein in Owenton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Owenton?
51.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Owenton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Owenton?
Unemployment Rate in Owenton is 8.9%.