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2,258
TOTAL POPULATION
1,150
MALE POPULATION
1,108
FEMALE POPULATION
103.79
MALES / 100 FEMALES
96.35
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$23,887
PER CAPITA INCOME
$53,646
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$41,071
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
31.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
69.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$7,929
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,066
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
16.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Independence Zip Codes
Race in Independence
The most populous races in Independence are Black / African American (1,083 | 48.0%), White / Caucasian (954 | 42.2%), and Two or more Races (154 | 6.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 8 | 0.4% |
| Black / African American | 1,083 | 48.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 86 | 3.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 954 | 42.2% |
| Two or more Races | 154 | 6.8% |
| Some other Race | 59 | 2.6% |
| Total | 2,258 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Independence
The most populous ancestries reported in Independence are French (237 | 10.5%), Italian (219 | 9.7%), Irish (161 | 7.1%), American (95 | 4.2%), and English (92 | 4.1%), together accounting for 35.6% of all Independence residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 15 | 0.7% |
| American | 95 | 4.2% |
| British | 13 | 0.6% |
| Cajun | 1 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 2 | 0.1% |
| English | 92 | 4.1% |
| French | 237 | 10.5% |
| German | 61 | 2.7% |
| Irish | 161 | 7.1% |
| Italian | 219 | 9.7% |
| Mexican | 67 | 3.0% |
| Mexican American Indian | 62 | 2.8% |
| Pennsylvania German | 7 | 0.3% |
| Puerto Rican | 6 | 0.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 13 | 0.6% |
| Scottish | 15 | 0.7% |
| Sioux | 5 | 0.2% |
| Spanish | 13 | 0.6% |
| Subsaharan African | 15 | 0.7% |
| Swedish | 3 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 17 | 0.7% |
| Welsh | 7 | 0.3% |
| Yugoslavian | 2 | 0.1% | View All 23 Rows |
Immigrants in Independence
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Independence came from Central America (19 | 0.8%), Latin America (19 | 0.8%), Mexico (19 | 0.8%), Asia (8 | 0.4%), and India (8 | 0.4%), together accounting for 3.2% of all Independence residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 8 | 0.4% |
| Central America | 19 | 0.8% |
| India | 8 | 0.4% |
| Latin America | 19 | 0.8% |
| Mexico | 19 | 0.8% |
| South Central Asia | 8 | 0.4% | View All 6 Rows |
Sex and Age in Independence
Sex and Age in Independence
The most populous age groups in Independence are 35 to 39 Years (174 | 15.1%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (134 | 12.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 163 (14.2%) | 108 (9.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 37 (3.2%) | 32 (2.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 110 (9.6%) | 44 (4.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 58 (5.0%) | 86 (7.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 134 (11.7%) | 95 (8.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 51 (4.4%) | 30 (2.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 48 (4.2%) | 80 (7.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 174 (15.1%) | 78 (7.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 101 (8.8%) | 79 (7.1%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 62 (5.4%) | 91 (8.2%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 12 (1.0%) | 134 (12.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 63 (5.5%) | 44 (4.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 6 (0.5%) | 43 (3.9%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 76 (6.6%) | 67 (6.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 29 (2.5%) | 69 (6.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 20 (1.7%) | 8 (0.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 2 (0.2%) | 12 (1.1%) |
| 85 Years and over | 4 (0.4%) | 8 (0.7%) |
| Total | 1,150 (100.0%) | 1,108 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Independence
Median Family Size in Independence
The median family size in Independence is 3.52 persons per family, with single male/father families (60 | 11.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5.35 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (219 | 40.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.28 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 262 (48.4%) | 3.29 |
| Single Male/Father | 60 (11.1%) | 5.35 |
| Single Female/Mother | 219 (40.5%) | 3.28 |
| Total Families | 541 (100.0%) | 3.52 |
Median Household Size in Independence
The median household size in Independence is 2.87 persons per household, with single male/father households (60 | 7.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.48 persons per household. non-family households (247 | 31.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.35 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 262 (33.3%) | 3.33 |
| Single Male/Father | 60 (7.6%) | 5.48 |
| Single Female/Mother | 219 (27.8%) | 3.30 |
| Non-family | 247 (31.4%) | 1.35 |
| Total Households | 788 (100.0%) | 2.87 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Independence
Out of a total of 788 households in Independence, 541 (68.6%) are family households, while 247 (31.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 238, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 156.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 156 (19.8%) |
| 2-Person Households | 238 (30.2%) | 70 (8.9%) |
| 3-Person Households | 158 (20.1%) | 21 (2.7%) |
| 4-Person Households | 94 (11.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 11 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 17 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 23 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 541 (68.6%) | 247 (31.4%) |
Female Fertility in Independence
Fertility by Age in Independence
Average fertility rate in Independence is 105.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 278.0 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 | 57 (100.0%) | 278.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 57 (100.0%) | 105.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Independence
17.5% of women with births (57) in Independence are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 82.5% 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 82.5% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 10 (17.5%) | 47 (82.5%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10 (17.5%) | 47 (82.5%) |
Fertility by Education in Independence
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 47 (82.5%) | 258.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 6 (10.5%) | 49.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 4 (7.0%) | 40.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 57 (100.0%) | 105.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Independence
82.5% of women with births in Independence are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma 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%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 47 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10 (17.5%) | 47 (82.5%) |
Income in Independence
Income Overview in Independence
Per Capita Income in Independence is $23,887, while median incomes of families and households are $53,646 and $41,071 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 2,258 | $23,887 |
| Median Family Income | 541 | $53,646 |
| Mean Family Income | 541 | $67,126 |
| Median Household Income | 788 | $41,071 |
| Mean Household Income | 788 | $60,583 |
| Income Deficit | 541 | $7,929 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 2,258 | 30.96% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 2,258 | 69.04¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 2,258 | 0.44 |
Earnings by Sex in Independence
Average Earnings in Independence are $29,511, $34,375 for men and $23,731 for women, a difference of 31.0%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 525 (49.6%) | $34,375 |
| Female | 534 (50.4%) | $23,731 |
| Total | 1,059 (100.0%) | $29,511 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Independence
The most common earnings brackets in Independence are $100,000+ for men (86 | 16.4%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (73 | 13.7%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 12 (2.3%) | 20 (3.7%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 75 (14.3%) | 13 (2.4%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 66 (12.4%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 44 (8.4%) | 7 (1.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 8 (1.5%) | 30 (5.6%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 20 (3.8%) | 56 (10.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 37 (7.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (7.5%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 14 (2.7%) | 67 (12.6%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 17 (3.2%) | 6 (1.1%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 41 (7.8%) | 17 (3.2%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 4 (0.8%) | 73 (13.7%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 21 (4.0%) | 11 (2.1%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 23 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 34 (6.5%) | 34 (6.4%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 39 (7.4%) | 55 (10.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (3.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 50 (9.5%) | 19 (3.6%) |
| $100,000+ | 86 (16.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 525 (100.0%) | 534 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Independence
Average earnings in Independence are $52,039 for men and $35,473 for women, a difference of 31.8%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $125,409, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $50,987. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $51,875, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $22,115.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $50,987 | $23,981 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $125,409 | $51,875 |
| Bachelor's Degree | - | - |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $52,039 | $35,473 |
Family Income in Independence
Family Income Brackets in Independence
According to the Independence family income data, there are 101 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.7% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 6 | 1.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 42 | 7.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 59 | 10.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 79 | 14.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 79 | 14.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 101 | 18.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 40 | 7.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 46 | 8.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 89 | 16.5% |
| $200,000+ | 0 | 0.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Independence
6-person families (17 | 3.1%) account for the highest median family income in Independence with $157,639 per family, while 2-person families (257 | 47.5%) have the highest median income of $27,690 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 257 (47.5%) | $55,379 |
| 3-Person Families | 145 (26.8%) | $59,107 |
| 4-Person Families | 88 (16.3%) | $0 |
| 5-Person Families | 11 (2.0%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 17 (3.1%) | $157,639 |
| 7+ Person Families | 23 (4.3%) | $0 |
| Total | 541 (100.0%) | $53,646 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Independence
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 84 (15.5%) | $26,250 |
| 1 Earner | 244 (45.1%) | $48,167 |
| 2 Earners | 180 (33.3%) | $63,750 |
| 3+ Earners | 33 (6.1%) | $0 |
| Total | 541 (100.0%) | $53,646 |
Household Income in Independence
Household Income Brackets in Independence
With 156 households falling in the category, the $25,000 to $34,999 income range is the most frequent in Independence, accounting for 19.8% of all households. In contrast, only 9 households (1.1%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 29 | 3.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 61 | 7.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 93 | 11.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 156 | 19.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 112 | 14.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 113 | 14.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 61 | 7.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 65 | 8.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 89 | 11.3% |
| $200,000+ | 9 | 1.1% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Independence
The median household income in Independence is $41,071, with the highest median household income of $61,786 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 296 households (37.6%) 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 6 households (0.8%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 6 (0.8%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 296 (37.6%) | $61,786 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 286 (36.3%) | $32,241 |
| 65+ Years | 200 (25.4%) | $36,563 |
| Total | 788 (100.0%) | $41,071 |
Poverty in Independence
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Independence
With 24.9% poverty level for males and 35.4% for females among the residents of Independence, 6 to 11 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 46 males (57.5%) and 5 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 58 (35.6%) | 79 (73.2%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 46 (57.5%) | 29 (76.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 14 (20.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 48 (69.6%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 31 (17.0%) | 52 (48.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 18 (18.2%) | 22 (20.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 86 (31.3%) | 50 (31.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 17 (23.0%) | 49 (21.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 8 (11.6%) | 34 (39.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8 (7.6%) | 18 (13.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 286 (24.9%) | 386 (35.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Independence
According to the poverty statistics in Independence, males aged 15 years and females aged 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 | 105 (64.4%) | 29 (26.9%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 34 (42.5%) | 9 (23.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 53 (79.1%) | 16 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 5 (100.0%) | 21 (30.4%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 151 (83.0%) | 55 (51.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 81 (81.8%) | 88 (80.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 189 (68.7%) | 107 (68.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 57 (77.0%) | 176 (78.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 61 (88.4%) | 53 (60.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 97 (92.4%) | 118 (86.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 26 (100.0%) | 28 (100.0%) |
| Total | 864 (75.1%) | 704 (64.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Independence
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Independence show that 14.1% or 37 of the total 262 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 37.5%, comprising of 3 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 125 (88.0%) | 17 (12.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 84 (83.2%) | 17 (16.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 5 (62.5%) | 3 (37.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 225 (85.9%) | 37 (14.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Independence
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (13.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 44 (44.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 76 (34.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Independence
The poverty data for Independence shows that 37 of the married-couple family households (14.1%) and 76 of the single-parent households (27.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (37.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 household (61.3%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 17 (12.0%) | 13 (9.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 17 (16.8%) | 44 (40.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 3 (37.5%) | 19 (61.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 37 (14.1%) | 76 (27.2%) |
Employment Characteristics in Independence
Employment by Class of Employer in Independence
Among the 876 employed individuals in Independence, private company employees (558 | 63.7%), state government employees (164 | 18.7%), and local government employees (85 | 9.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 558 | 63.7% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 7 | 0.8% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 23 | 2.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 5 | 0.6% |
| Local Government Employees | 85 | 9.7% |
| State Government Employees | 164 | 18.7% |
| Federal Government Employees | 15 | 1.7% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 19 | 2.2% |
| Total | 876 | 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 (1,754), 60.8% or 1,066 individuals are in the labor force, with 16.5% or 176 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 95.1% or 77 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 38.3% or 31 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 81 (60.4%) | 31 (38.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 148 (64.6%) | 42 (28.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 77 (95.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 105 (82.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 379 (87.7%) | 86 (22.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 190 (63.5%) | 13 (6.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 33 (30.8%) | 4 (12.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 15 (30.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 39 (16.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,066 (60.8%) | 176 (16.5%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Independence
According to labor force statistics for Independence, 72.9% of individuals (799) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,096) are in the labor force, with 12.9% or 103 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 97.0% or 129 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 16.5% or 52 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 83 (37.1%) | 27 (12.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 315 (72.6%) | 72 (16.5%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 272 (89.2%) | 41 (13.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 129 (97.0%) | 4 (3.1%) |
| Total | 799 (72.9%) | 141 (12.9%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Independence
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Independence are Management (131 | 14.7%), Community & Social Service (126 | 14.1%), Education Instruction & Library (100 | 11.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (93 | 10.4%), and Health Technologists (18 | 2.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Independence, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Management (66.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 87 (66.4%) | 44 (33.6%) |
| Business & Financial | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 9 (64.3%) | 5 (35.7%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 21 (16.7%) | 105 (83.3%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 8 (61.5%) | 5 (38.5%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 0 (0.0%) | 100 (100.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 21 (22.6%) | 72 (77.4%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 138 (37.9%) | 226 (62.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 414 (46.5%) | 477 (53.5%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Independence are Food Preparation & Serving (59 | 6.6%), Security & Protection (55 | 6.2%), Law Enforcement (29 | 3.3%), Healthcare Support (28 | 3.1%), and Firefighting & Prevention (26 | 2.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Independence, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (87.3%), and Firefighting & Prevention (73.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (46.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (40.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 48 (87.3%) | 7 (12.7%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 19 (73.1%) | 7 (26.9%) |
| Law Enforcement | 29 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 35 (59.3%) | 24 (40.7%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 7 (53.8%) | 6 (46.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 90 (58.1%) | 65 (41.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 414 (46.5%) | 477 (53.5%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Independence are Office & Administration (118 | 13.2%), and Sales & Related (62 | 7.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 14 (22.6%) | 48 (77.4%) |
| Office & Administration | 4 (3.4%) | 114 (96.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 18 (10.0%) | 162 (90.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 414 (46.5%) | 477 (53.5%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Independence are Construction & Extraction (101 | 11.3%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (9 | 1.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 84 (83.2%) | 17 (16.8%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 93 (84.6%) | 17 (15.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 414 (46.5%) | 477 (53.5%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Independence are Production (40 | 4.5%), Material Moving (31 | 3.5%), and Transportation (11 | 1.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 40 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Transportation | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 24 (77.4%) | 7 (22.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 75 (91.5%) | 7 (8.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 414 (46.5%) | 477 (53.5%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Independence
Employment Industries in Independence
The major employment industries in Independence include Health Care & Social Assistance (176 | 19.8%), Accommodation & Food Services (138 | 15.5%), Retail Trade (98 | 11.0%), Public Administration (92 | 10.3%), and Educational Services (89 | 10.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Independence
The Independence industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Manufacturing (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Educational Services (100.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 40 (70.2%) | 17 (29.8%) |
| Manufacturing | 29 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 68 (69.4%) | 30 (30.6%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 28 (37.3%) | 47 (62.7%) |
| Utilities | 39 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 3 (60.0%) | 2 (40.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 7 (21.2%) | 26 (78.8%) |
| Educational Services | 0 (0.0%) | 89 (100.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 21 (11.9%) | 155 (88.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 69 (50.0%) | 69 (50.0%) |
| Public Administration | 70 (76.1%) | 22 (23.9%) |
| Total | 414 (46.5%) | 477 (53.5%) |
Education in Independence
School Enrollment in Independence
The most common levels of schooling among the 507 students in Independence are high school (167 | 32.9%), middle school (130 | 25.6%), and college / undergraduate (87 | 17.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 40 | 7.9% |
| Kindergarten | 8 | 1.6% |
| Elementary School | 75 | 14.8% |
| Middle School | 130 | 25.6% |
| High School | 167 | 32.9% |
| College / Undergraduate | 87 | 17.2% |
| Graduate / Professional | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 507 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Independence
Out of a total of 507 students who are enrolled in schools in Independence, 169 (33.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 338 (66.7%) 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 40 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 35 years and over has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 11 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 60 (87.0%) | 9 (13.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 103 (66.9%) | 51 (33.1%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 53 (69.7%) | 23 (30.3%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 29 (67.4%) | 14 (32.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 44 (75.9%) | 14 (24.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 38 (67.9%) | 18 (32.1%) |
| 35 Years and over | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 338 (66.7%) | 169 (33.3%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Independence
Education (38 | 20.1%), liberal arts & history (36 | 19.1%), psychology (27 | 14.3%), literature & languages (21 | 11.1%), and science & technology (18 | 9.5%) are the most common fields of study among 189 individuals in Independence who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 5 | 2.6% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 0 | 0.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 4 | 2.1% |
| Psychology | 27 | 14.3% |
| Social Sciences | 6 | 3.2% |
| Engineering | 13 | 6.9% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 18 | 9.5% |
| Business | 13 | 6.9% |
| Education | 38 | 20.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 21 | 11.1% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 36 | 19.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 0 | 0.0% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 8 | 4.2% |
| Total | 189 | 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 (209, accounting for 51.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (155, making up 44.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (3.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 24 (5.9%) | 144 (30.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 209 (51.5%) | 155 (33.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 158 (38.9%) | 136 (28.9%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 8 (2.0%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 7 (1.7%) | 17 (3.6%) |
| Total | 406 (100.0%) | 470 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Independence
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Independence are 15 to 19 minutes (167 commuters, 19.5%), 45 to 59 minutes (128 commuters, 14.9%), and 60 to 89 minutes (106 commuters, 12.4%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 32 | 3.7% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 53 | 6.2% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 69 | 8.1% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 167 | 19.5% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 66 | 7.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 61 | 7.1% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 90 | 10.5% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 24 | 2.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 5 | 0.6% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 128 | 14.9% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 106 | 12.4% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 55 | 6.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in Independence
The most common commute times in Independence are 60 to 89 minutes (106 commuters, 27.0%) for males and 45 to 59 minutes (107 commuters, 23.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 32 (6.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 19 (4.8%) | 34 (7.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 23 (5.9%) | 46 (9.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 93 (23.7%) | 74 (16.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 22 (5.6%) | 44 (9.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 25 (6.4%) | 36 (7.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 33 (8.4%) | 57 (12.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (5.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (1.1%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 21 (5.3%) | 107 (23.1%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 106 (27.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 51 (13.0%) | 4 (0.9%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Independence
The most frequent times of departure to work in Independence are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (93, 23.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (86, 18.6%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 63 (16.0%) | 78 (16.9%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 93 (23.7%) | 30 (6.5%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 57 (14.5%) | 23 (5.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 4 (1.0%) | 42 (9.1%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 1 (0.3%) | 68 (14.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 42 (10.7%) | 86 (18.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 31 (7.9%) | 17 (3.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 5 (1.3%) | 19 (4.1%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (5.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (3.5%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 38 (9.7%) | 7 (1.5%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 36 (9.2%) | 42 (9.1%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 23 (5.9%) | 9 (1.9%) |
| Total | 393 (100.0%) | 463 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Independence
Occupancy by Ownership in Independence
Of the total 788 dwellings in Independence, owner-occupied units account for 493 (62.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 295 (37.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 493 | 62.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 295 | 37.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 788 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Independence
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 156 | 19.8% |
| 2-Person Household | 308 | 39.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 179 | 22.7% |
| 4+ Person Household | 145 | 18.4% |
| Total Housing Units | 788 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Independence
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 74 (47.4%) | 82 (52.6%) |
| 2-Person Household | 222 (72.1%) | 86 (27.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 127 (71.0%) | 52 (29.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 70 (48.3%) | 75 (51.7%) |
| Total Housing Units | 493 (62.6%) | 295 (37.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Independence
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 77 (43.0%) | 102 (57.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 192 (61.2%) | 122 (38.9%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 149 (76.0%) | 47 (24.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 75 (75.8%) | 24 (24.2%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Independence
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 83 | 10.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 219 | 27.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 167 | 21.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 119 | 15.1% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 151 | 19.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 41 | 5.2% |
| 85 Years and Over | 8 | 1.0% |
| Total | 788 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Independence
Median Income by Occupancy in Independence
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 493 (62.6%) | $56,228 |
| Renter-Occupied | 295 (37.4%) | $24,776 |
| Average | 788 (100.0%) | $41,071 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Independence
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 6 (1.2%) | 15 (5.1%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (2.7%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 10 (2.0%) | 51 (17.3%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 13 (2.6%) | 30 (10.2%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 3 (0.6%) | 47 (15.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 109 (22.1%) | 47 (15.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 66 (13.4%) | 46 (15.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 110 (22.3%) | 3 (1.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13 (2.6%) | 48 (16.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 65 (13.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 98 (19.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 493 (100.0%) | 295 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Independence
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 99 (20.1%) | 13 (4.4%) |
| $300 to $499 | 53 (10.7%) | 27 (9.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 30 (6.1%) | 32 (10.8%) |
| $800 to $999 | 49 (9.9%) | 95 (32.2%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 204 (41.4%) | 108 (36.6%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 50 (10.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 7 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 1 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 493 (100.0%) | 295 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Independence
Housing Structures in Independence
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 658 | 83.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 13 | 1.7% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 49 | 6.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 4 | 0.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 64 | 8.1% |
| Total | 788 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Independence
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 462 (70.2%) | 196 (29.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 49 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 31 (48.4%) | 33 (51.6%) |
| Total | 493 (62.6%) | 295 (37.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Independence
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 14 (2.8%) | 43 (14.6%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 237 (48.1%) | 167 (56.6%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 82 (16.6%) | 78 (26.4%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 160 (32.5%) | 7 (2.4%) |
| Total | 493 (100.0%) | 295 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Independence
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 247 (50.1%) | 65 (22.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 236 (47.9%) | 213 (72.2%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (5.8%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 4 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 6 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 493 (100.0%) | 295 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Independence
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 29 (5.9%) | 44 (14.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 155 (31.4%) | 185 (62.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 155 (31.4%) | 66 (22.4%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 154 (31.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 493 (100.0%) | 295 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Independence
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Independence
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 160 | 333 |
| Median Property Value | $97,000 | $153,700 |
| Median Household Income | $31,541 | $70 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $279 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $199 | $33 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Independence
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 29 (18.1%) | 1 (0.3%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 65 (40.6%) | 66 (19.8%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 66 (41.2%) | 238 (71.5%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (8.4%) |
| $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 | 160 (100.0%) | 333 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Independence
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 6 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 16 (10.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 86 (53.7%) | 10 (3.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 8 (5.0%) | 23 (6.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 10 (6.2%) | 58 (17.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 100 (30.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 6 (3.7%) | 13 (3.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 28 (17.5%) | 59 (17.7%) |
| Total | 160 (100.0%) | 333 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Independence
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 73 (45.6%) | 58,672 (17,619.2%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 8 (5.0%) | 143 (42.9%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 44 (27.5%) | 36 (10.8%) |
| 4.0x or more | 29 (18.1%) | 49 (14.7%) |
| Total | 160 (100.0%) | 333 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Independence
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 58 (36.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 244 (73.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 50 (15.0%) |
| Total | 160 (100.0%) | 333 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Independence
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Independence
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 275 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 325 (98.2%) | 6 (1.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 229 (80.6%) | 55 (19.4%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 160 (86.0%) | 26 (14.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 347 (80.3%) | 85 (19.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 256 (85.6%) | 43 (14.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 149 (95.5%) | 7 (4.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 241 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 54 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,036 (90.2%) | 222 (9.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Independence
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 275 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 325 (98.2%) | 6 (1.8%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 229 (80.6%) | 55 (19.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Independence
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 543 (94.4%) | 32 (5.6%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 469 (81.1%) | 109 (18.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 238 (90.8%) | 24 (9.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 166 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 620 (91.6%) | 57 (8.4%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Independence
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 228 (82.9%) | 47 (17.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 192 (58.0%) | 149 (45.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 142 (50.0%) | 87 (30.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 64 (34.4%) | 96 (51.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 79 (18.3%) | 272 (63.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 134 (44.8%) | 128 (42.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 101 (64.7%) | 51 (32.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 232 (96.3%) | 148 (61.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 54 (100.0%) | 8 (14.8%) |
| Total | 1,226 (54.3%) | 986 (43.7%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Independence
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 39 (24.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 70 (24.9%) | 14 (6.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 108 (25.8%) | 135 (28.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 52 (49.5%) | 42 (30.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 12 (46.2%) | 15 (53.6%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Independence
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 29 (18.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 20 (7.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 39 (9.3%) | 59 (12.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 19 (18.1%) | 15 (11.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (21.4%) |
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 | 14 (5.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 20 (4.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 16 (15.2%) | 5 (3.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 12 (46.2%) | 6 (21.4%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 10 (6.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 50 (17.8%) | 14 (6.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 53 (12.7%) | 90 (19.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 27 (25.7%) | 9 (6.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (53.6%) |
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 | 60 (14.3%) | 75 (16.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 36 (34.3%) | 28 (20.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (25.0%) |
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%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 10 (2.4%) | 15 (3.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 18 (17.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (3.6%) |
Technology Access in Independence
Computing Device Access in Independence
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 509 | 64.6% |
| Smartphone | 630 | 79.9% |
| Tablet | 446 | 56.6% |
| No Computing Device | 91 | 11.6% |
| Total | 788 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Independence
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 598 | 75.9% |
| Cellular Data Only | 72 | 9.1% |
| Satellite Internet | 9 | 1.1% |
| No Internet | 118 | 15.0% |
| Total | 788 | 100.0% |
Independence Summary
Independence is a small town located in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana. It is situated on the banks of the Tangipahoa River, about 25 miles north of Hammond. The town was founded in 1820 and has a population of approximately 1,500 people.
History
Independence was founded in 1820 by a group of settlers from the nearby town of Amite. The settlers were looking for a place to settle and start a new life. The town was named after the Declaration of Independence, which was signed in 1776. The town was originally a farming community, but it soon became a trading center for the surrounding area.
In 1845, the town was incorporated and the first mayor was elected. The town grew steadily over the next few decades, and by the turn of the century, it had become a bustling little town.
In the early 1900s, the town was hit hard by the Great Depression. Many of the businesses in town closed and the population declined. However, the town was able to recover and by the 1950s, it had become a thriving community once again.
Geography
Independence is located in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana. It is situated on the banks of the Tangipahoa River, about 25 miles north of Hammond. The town is surrounded by rolling hills and is located in a rural area. The climate in the area is humid subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters.
Economy
The economy of Independence is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and cotton. The town also has a few small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Independence was 1,500. The racial makeup of the town was 94.2% White, 3.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.2% Asian, and 1.6% from other races. The median household income was $31,250 and the median family income was $37,500.
Conclusion
Independence is a small town located in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana. It was founded in 1820 and has a population of approximately 1,500 people. The town is largely based on agriculture and has a few small businesses. The racial makeup of the town is 94.2% White, 3.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.2% Asian, and 1.6% from other races. The median household income was $31,250 and the median family income was $37,500.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Independence?
Total Population of Independence is 2,258.
What is the Total Male Population of Independence?
Total Male Population of Independence is 1,150.
What is the Total Female Population of Independence?
Total Female Population of Independence is 1,108.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Independence?
There are 103.79 Males per 100 Females in Independence.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Independence?
There are 96.35 Females per 100 Males in Independence.
What is the Median Population Age in Independence?
Median Population Age in Independence is 36.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Independence
Average Family Size in Independence is 3.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Independence
Average Household Size in Independence is 2.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Independence?
Per Capita income in Independence is $23,887.
What is the Median Family Income in Independence?
Median Family Income in Independence is $53,646.
What is the Median Household income in Independence?
Median Household Income in Independence is $41,071.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Independence?
Income or Wage Gap in Independence is 31.0%.
Women in Independence earn 69.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Independence?
Family Income Deficit in Independence is $7,929.
Families that are below poverty line in Independence earn $7,929 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Independence?
Inequality or Gini Index in Independence is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Independence?
There are 1,066 People in the Labor Forcein in Independence.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Independence?
60.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Independence.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Independence?
Unemployment Rate in Independence is 16.5%.