Holyoke, MA

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Holyoke Overview

38,210
TOTAL POPULATION
18,805
MALE POPULATION
19,405
FEMALE POPULATION
96.91
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.19
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,973
PER CAPITA INCOME
$59,787
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$49,007
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
19.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
80.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,480
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
16,599
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
54.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Holyoke Zip Codes

Holyoke Area Codes

Race in Holyoke

The most populous races in Holyoke are White / Caucasian (25,804 | 67.5%), Hispanic or Latino (19,744 | 51.7%), and Two or more Races (7,288 | 19.1%).
Race in Holyoke
Race# Population% Population
Asian3100.8%
Black / African American1,7584.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino19,74451.7%
Native / Alaskan1970.5%
White / Caucasian25,80467.5%
Two or more Races7,28819.1%
Some other Race2,8537.5%
Total38,210100.0%

Ancestry in Holyoke

The most populous ancestries reported in Holyoke are Puerto Rican (17,919 | 46.9%), Irish (4,814 | 12.6%), American (3,362 | 8.8%), French (2,039 | 5.3%), and Polish (1,793 | 4.7%), together accounting for 78.3% of all Holyoke residents.
Ancestry in Holyoke
Ancestry# Population% Population
African500.1%
Alaska Native80.0%
American3,3628.8%
Arab1160.3%
Armenian410.1%
Belgian370.1%
Blackfeet30.0%
British1420.4%
British West Indian270.1%
Burmese1010.3%
Cambodian50.0%
Canadian2020.5%
Central American2880.7%
Central American Indian970.3%
Cherokee50.0%
Colombian3380.9%
Croatian290.1%
Cuban390.1%
Czech130.0%
Danish220.1%
Dominican3771.0%
Dutch520.1%
Eastern European150.0%
Ecuadorian710.2%
Egyptian90.0%
English1,2273.2%
European760.2%
Finnish140.0%
French2,0395.3%
French Canadian1,4403.8%
German1,1383.0%
Ghanaian860.2%
Greek770.2%
Guatemalan1840.5%
Guyanese230.1%
Honduran390.1%
Hungarian50.0%
Icelander90.0%
Indian (Asian)220.1%
Irish4,81412.6%
Italian1,2773.3%
Jamaican150.0%
Japanese1150.3%
Kenyan230.1%
Korean610.2%
Laotian50.0%
Lebanese850.2%
Lithuanian700.2%
Mexican1520.4%
Nicaraguan650.2%
Nigerian940.3%
Pennsylvania German110.0%
Peruvian460.1%
Polish1,7934.7%
Portuguese1180.3%
Puerto Rican17,91946.9%
Romanian1550.4%
Russian2870.7%
Scotch-Irish980.3%
Scottish2910.8%
Sioux80.0%
Slovak140.0%
South American7672.0%
Spaniard1180.3%
Spanish220.1%
Sri Lankan20.0%
Subsaharan African2580.7%
Swedish1240.3%
Swiss400.1%
Syrian220.1%
Thai1570.4%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian150.0%
Ukrainian920.2%
Uruguayan3120.8%
Welsh270.1%
West Indian880.2%
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Immigrants in Holyoke

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Holyoke came from Latin America (984 | 2.6%), Europe (569 | 1.5%), South America (476 | 1.3%), Eastern Europe (327 | 0.9%), and Caribbean (270 | 0.7%), together accounting for 6.9% of all Holyoke residents.
Immigrants in Holyoke
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa1400.4%
Argentina90.0%
Asia2340.6%
Barbados10.0%
Cambodia570.2%
Canada1800.5%
Caribbean2700.7%
Central America2380.6%
China250.1%
Colombia2520.7%
Cuba220.1%
Dominican Republic2210.6%
Eastern Africa340.1%
Eastern Asia530.1%
Eastern Europe3270.9%
El Salvador150.0%
England300.1%
Europe5691.5%
France280.1%
Germany830.2%
Ghana1000.3%
Guatemala1540.4%
Guyana320.1%
Honduras90.0%
India140.0%
Ireland300.1%
Israel70.0%
Italy320.1%
Japan80.0%
Kazakhstan440.1%
Kenya290.1%
Korea200.1%
Latin America9842.6%
Lebanon130.0%
Mexico320.1%
Moldova590.2%
Nicaragua280.1%
Northern Europe850.2%
Peru220.1%
Poland2090.5%
Portugal140.0%
Romania10.0%
Russia490.1%
South Africa60.0%
South America4761.3%
South Central Asia580.2%
South Eastern Asia1030.3%
Southern Europe460.1%
Thailand440.1%
Ukraine90.0%
Uruguay1610.4%
Vietnam20.0%
West Indies260.1%
Western Africa1000.3%
Western Asia200.1%
Western Europe1110.3%
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Sex and Age in Holyoke

Sex and Age in Holyoke

The most populous age groups in Holyoke are 10 to 14 Years (1,803 | 9.6%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (1,513 | 7.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Holyoke
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,249 (6.6%)926 (4.8%)
5 to 9 Years815 (4.3%)1,209 (6.2%)
10 to 14 Years1,803 (9.6%)930 (4.8%)
15 to 19 Years1,477 (7.9%)1,156 (6.0%)
20 to 24 Years1,404 (7.5%)1,436 (7.4%)
25 to 29 Years1,304 (6.9%)1,304 (6.7%)
30 to 34 Years1,453 (7.7%)1,513 (7.8%)
35 to 39 Years1,104 (5.9%)1,151 (5.9%)
40 to 44 Years1,113 (5.9%)1,282 (6.6%)
45 to 49 Years760 (4.0%)937 (4.8%)
50 to 54 Years1,316 (7.0%)1,401 (7.2%)
55 to 59 Years959 (5.1%)1,201 (6.2%)
60 to 64 Years1,174 (6.2%)1,333 (6.9%)
65 to 69 Years967 (5.1%)1,005 (5.2%)
70 to 74 Years538 (2.9%)895 (4.6%)
75 to 79 Years564 (3.0%)611 (3.2%)
80 to 84 Years207 (1.1%)433 (2.2%)
85 Years and over598 (3.2%)682 (3.5%)
Total18,805 (100.0%)19,405 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Holyoke

Median Family Size in Holyoke

The median family size in Holyoke is 3.09 persons per family, with single female/mother families (3,681 | 41.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.27 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (888 | 9.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.54 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Holyoke
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple4,411 (49.1%)3.06
Single Male/Father888 (9.9%)2.54
Single Female/Mother3,681 (41.0%)3.27
Total Families8,980 (100.0%)3.09

Median Household Size in Holyoke

The median household size in Holyoke is 2.45 persons per household, with single female/mother households (3,681 | 24.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.52 persons per household. non-family households (6,132 | 40.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.30 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Holyoke
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple4,411 (29.2%)3.06
Single Male/Father888 (5.9%)2.88
Single Female/Mother3,681 (24.4%)3.52
Non-family6,132 (40.6%)1.30
Total Households15,112 (100.0%)2.45

Household Size by Marriage Status in Holyoke

Out of a total of 15,112 households in Holyoke, 8,980 (59.4%) are family households, while 6,132 (40.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,896, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 4,725.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Holyoke
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-4,725 (31.3%)
2-Person Households3,896 (25.8%)1,225 (8.1%)
3-Person Households2,264 (15.0%)94 (0.6%)
4-Person Households1,588 (10.5%)69 (0.5%)
5-Person Households886 (5.9%)19 (0.1%)
6-Person Households214 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households132 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total8,980 (59.4%)6,132 (40.6%)

Female Fertility in Holyoke

Fertility by Age in Holyoke

Average fertility rate in Holyoke is 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 99.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 86.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Holyoke
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years419 (86.0%)99.0
35 to 50 years68 (14.0%)19.0
Total487 (100.0%)54.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Holyoke

41.3% of women with births (487) in Holyoke are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 68.3% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Holyoke
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years133 (31.7%)286 (68.3%)
35 to 50 years68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total201 (41.3%)286 (58.7%)

Fertility by Education in Holyoke

Average fertility rate in Holyoke is 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 118.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 10.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 33.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Holyoke
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School21 (4.3%)10.0
High School Diploma144 (29.6%)56.0
College or Associate's Degree164 (33.7%)62.0
Bachelor's Degree151 (31.0%)118.0
Graduate Degree7 (1.4%)14.0
Total487 (100.0%)54.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Holyoke

58.7% of women with births in Holyoke are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate 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 88.9% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Holyoke
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School6 (28.6%)15 (71.4%)
High School Diploma16 (11.1%)128 (88.9%)
College or Associate's Degree48 (29.3%)116 (70.7%)
Bachelor's Degree124 (82.1%)27 (17.9%)
Graduate Degree7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total201 (41.3%)286 (58.7%)

Income in Holyoke

Income Overview in Holyoke

Per Capita Income in Holyoke is $27,973, while median incomes of families and households are $59,787 and $49,007 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income38,210$27,973
Median Family Income8,980$59,787
Mean Family Income8,980$80,758
Median Household Income15,112$49,007
Mean Household Income15,112$68,330
Income Deficit8,980$11,480
Wage / Income Gap (%)38,21019.72%
Wage / Income Gap ($)38,21080.28¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index38,2100.49

Earnings by Sex in Holyoke

Average Earnings in Holyoke are $39,453, $42,995 for men and $34,518 for women, a difference of 19.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Holyoke
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male8,213 (48.8%)$42,995
Female8,631 (51.2%)$34,518
Total16,844 (100.0%)$39,453

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Holyoke

The most common earnings brackets in Holyoke are $100,000+ for men (954 | 11.6%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (811 | 9.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Holyoke
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less240 (2.9%)304 (3.5%)
$2,500 to $4,999268 (3.3%)337 (3.9%)
$5,000 to $7,499329 (4.0%)373 (4.3%)
$7,500 to $9,999251 (3.1%)332 (3.8%)
$10,000 to $12,499296 (3.6%)319 (3.7%)
$12,500 to $14,999103 (1.3%)179 (2.1%)
$15,000 to $17,499144 (1.8%)327 (3.8%)
$17,500 to $19,999233 (2.8%)367 (4.3%)
$20,000 to $22,499253 (3.1%)178 (2.1%)
$22,500 to $24,999278 (3.4%)448 (5.2%)
$25,000 to $29,999411 (5.0%)623 (7.2%)
$30,000 to $34,999465 (5.7%)578 (6.7%)
$35,000 to $39,999403 (4.9%)477 (5.5%)
$40,000 to $44,999706 (8.6%)460 (5.3%)
$45,000 to $49,999701 (8.5%)472 (5.5%)
$50,000 to $54,999520 (6.3%)281 (3.3%)
$55,000 to $64,999507 (6.2%)811 (9.4%)
$65,000 to $74,999509 (6.2%)471 (5.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999642 (7.8%)603 (7.0%)
$100,000+954 (11.6%)691 (8.0%)
Total8,213 (100.0%)8,631 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Holyoke

Average earnings in Holyoke are $46,220 for men and $39,510 for women, a difference of 14.5%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $76,196, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $31,993. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $71,585, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $30,462.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Holyoke
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$31,993$38,300
High School Diploma$42,045$30,462
College or Associate's Degree$51,295$32,971
Bachelor's Degree$56,490$47,531
Graduate Degree$76,196$71,585
Total$46,220$39,510

Family Income in Holyoke

Family Income Brackets in Holyoke

According to the Holyoke family income data, there are 1,392 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 15.5% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 458 families (5.1%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Holyoke
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0007368.2%
$10,000 to $14,9994585.1%
$15,000 to $24,9998809.8%
$25,000 to $34,9997728.6%
$35,000 to $49,9991,03311.5%
$50,000 to $74,9991,39215.5%
$75,000 to $99,9991,35615.1%
$100,000 to $149,99999711.1%
$150,000 to $199,9996657.4%
$200,000+6827.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Holyoke

6-person families (153 | 1.7%) account for the highest median family income in Holyoke with $92,768 per family, while 2-person families (4,237 | 47.2%) have the highest median income of $29,854 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Holyoke
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families4,237 (47.2%)$59,709
3-Person Families2,290 (25.5%)$51,447
4-Person Families1,433 (16.0%)$73,489
5-Person Families775 (8.6%)$62,525
6-Person Families153 (1.7%)$92,768
7+ Person Families92 (1.0%)$82,778
Total8,980 (100.0%)$59,787

Family Income by Number of Earners in Holyoke

The median family income in Holyoke is $59,787, with families comprising 3+ earners (678) having the highest median family income of $154,018, while families with no earners (1,972) have the lowest median family income of $20,348, accounting for 7.5% and 22.0% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Holyoke
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,972 (22.0%)$20,348
1 Earner3,619 (40.3%)$44,981
2 Earners2,711 (30.2%)$104,728
3+ Earners678 (7.5%)$154,018
Total8,980 (100.0%)$59,787

Household Income in Holyoke

Household Income Brackets in Holyoke

With 2,539 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Holyoke, accounting for 16.8% of all households. In contrast, only 771 households (5.1%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Holyoke
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001,3609.0%
$10,000 to $14,9991,4059.3%
$15,000 to $24,9991,70811.3%
$25,000 to $34,9991,1947.9%
$35,000 to $49,9992,05513.6%
$50,000 to $74,9992,53916.8%
$75,000 to $99,9991,76811.7%
$100,000 to $149,9991,4219.4%
$150,000 to $199,9998925.9%
$200,000+7715.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Holyoke

The median household income in Holyoke is $49,007, with the highest median household income of $61,025 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 5,443 households (36.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $33,192, with 725 households (4.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Holyoke
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years725 (4.8%)$33,192
25 to 44 Years5,039 (33.3%)$50,895
45 to 64 Years5,443 (36.0%)$61,025
65+ Years3,905 (25.8%)$39,160
Total15,112 (100.0%)$49,007

Poverty in Holyoke

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Holyoke

With 25.1% poverty level for males and 26.9% for females among the residents of Holyoke, 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 43 males (51.8%) and 144 females (59.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Holyoke
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years600 (48.0%)334 (36.4%)
5 Years43 (51.8%)109 (38.0%)
6 to 11 Years486 (34.8%)492 (42.5%)
12 to 14 Years305 (28.4%)249 (39.0%)
15 Years101 (25.8%)144 (59.5%)
16 and 17 Years218 (45.3%)118 (29.5%)
18 to 24 Years714 (36.1%)662 (34.1%)
25 to 34 Years515 (18.8%)794 (28.2%)
35 to 44 Years447 (20.2%)512 (21.0%)
45 to 54 Years394 (19.3%)554 (23.7%)
55 to 64 Years404 (20.1%)513 (20.5%)
65 to 74 Years184 (12.7%)356 (19.5%)
75 Years and over156 (13.9%)271 (18.3%)
Total4,567 (25.1%)5,108 (26.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Holyoke

According to the poverty statistics in Holyoke, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged 75 years and over are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 87.3% of males and 81.7% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Holyoke
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years649 (52.0%)583 (63.6%)
5 Years40 (48.2%)178 (62.0%)
6 to 11 Years911 (65.2%)665 (57.5%)
12 to 14 Years767 (71.6%)390 (61.0%)
15 Years291 (74.2%)98 (40.5%)
16 and 17 Years263 (54.7%)282 (70.5%)
18 to 24 Years1,264 (63.9%)1,282 (65.9%)
25 to 34 Years2,227 (81.2%)2,023 (71.8%)
35 to 44 Years1,763 (79.8%)1,921 (79.0%)
45 to 54 Years1,643 (80.7%)1,779 (76.2%)
55 to 64 Years1,608 (79.9%)1,985 (79.5%)
65 to 74 Years1,269 (87.3%)1,468 (80.5%)
75 Years and over964 (86.1%)1,208 (81.7%)
Total13,659 (74.9%)13,862 (73.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Holyoke

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Holyoke show that 9.1% or 402 of the total 4,411 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 46.0%, comprising of 17 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 7.0%, which includes 74 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Holyoke
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children2,808 (90.7%)288 (9.3%)
1 or 2 Children984 (93.0%)74 (7.0%)
3 or 4 Children197 (89.5%)23 (10.4%)
5 or more Children20 (54.0%)17 (46.0%)
Total4,009 (90.9%)402 (9.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Holyoke

According to the poverty data in Holyoke, 14.6% or 130 single-father households and 37.6% or 1,383 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 36 households (28.1%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 311 households (68.3%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Holyoke
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children33 (6.5%)230 (19.0%)
1 or 2 Children61 (24.6%)821 (41.7%)
3 or 4 Children36 (28.1%)311 (68.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)21 (42.0%)
Total130 (14.6%)1,383 (37.6%)

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

The poverty data for Holyoke shows that 402 of the married-couple family households (9.1%) and 1,513 of the single-parent households (33.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 households (46.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 347 household (59.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Holyoke
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children288 (9.3%)263 (15.3%)
1 or 2 Children74 (7.0%)882 (39.8%)
3 or 4 Children23 (10.4%)347 (59.5%)
5 or more Children17 (46.0%)21 (42.0%)
Total402 (9.1%)1,513 (33.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Holyoke

Employment by Class of Employer in Holyoke

Among the 15,123 employed individuals in Holyoke, private company employees (9,615 | 63.6%), not-for-profit organizations (1,836 | 12.1%), and local government employees (1,501 | 9.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Holyoke
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees9,61563.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)2151.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)8275.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations1,83612.1%
Local Government Employees1,5019.9%
State Government Employees8685.7%
Federal Government Employees2511.7%
Unpaid Family Workers100.1%
Total15,123100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Holyoke

According to the labor force statistics for Holyoke, out of the total population over 16 years of age (30,626), 54.2% or 16,599 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.8% or 1,129 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 79.7% or 2,364 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 27.2% or 91 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Holyoke
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years335 (16.9%)91 (27.2%)
20 to 24 Years1,948 (68.6%)189 (9.7%)
25 to 29 Years2,076 (79.6%)116 (5.6%)
30 to 34 Years2,364 (79.7%)227 (9.6%)
35 to 44 Years3,408 (73.3%)327 (9.6%)
45 to 54 Years3,059 (69.3%)98 (3.2%)
55 to 59 Years1,169 (54.1%)33 (2.8%)
60 to 64 Years1,324 (52.8%)19 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years773 (22.7%)35 (4.5%)
75 Years and over158 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total16,599 (54.2%)1,129 (6.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Holyoke

According to labor force statistics for Holyoke, 69.4% of individuals (13,398) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (19,305) are in the labor force, with 6.1% or 817 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 85.3% or 3,544 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 14.7% or 247 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Holyoke
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School1,678 (44.7%)552 (14.7%)
High School Diploma4,248 (68.5%)316 (5.1%)
College / Associate Degree3,926 (75.6%)291 (5.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher3,544 (85.3%)162 (3.9%)
Total13,398 (69.4%)1,178 (6.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Holyoke

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Holyoke are Community & Social Service (1,917 | 12.4%), Management (1,323 | 8.6%), Education Instruction & Library (946 | 6.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (787 | 5.1%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (718 | 4.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Holyoke

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Holyoke, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (87.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (78.0%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (72.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (87.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (84.9%), and Education, Arts & Media (82.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Holyoke
OccupationMaleFemale
Management640 (48.4%)683 (51.6%)
Business & Financial161 (37.0%)274 (63.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science560 (78.0%)158 (22.0%)
Computers & Mathematics377 (87.5%)54 (12.5%)
Architecture & Engineering108 (58.7%)76 (41.3%)
Life, Physical & Social Science75 (72.8%)28 (27.2%)
Community & Social Service 579 (30.2%)1,338 (69.8%)
Education, Arts & Media83 (17.2%)399 (82.8%)
Legal Services & Support55 (40.2%)82 (59.9%)
Education Instruction & Library283 (29.9%)663 (70.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment158 (44.9%)194 (55.1%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating119 (15.1%)668 (84.9%)
Health Technologists53 (12.1%)384 (87.9%)
Total (Category)2,059 (39.8%)3,121 (60.3%)
Total (Overall)7,504 (48.5%)7,975 (51.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Holyoke are Healthcare Support (1,343 | 8.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (829 | 5.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (813 | 5.2%), Personal Care & Service (469 | 3.0%), and Security & Protection (452 | 2.9%).
Services Occupations in Holyoke

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Holyoke, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (95.6%), Security & Protection (91.1%), and Firefighting & Prevention (87.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (83.7%), Personal Care & Service (80.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (45.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Holyoke
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support219 (16.3%)1,124 (83.7%)
Security & Protection412 (91.1%)40 (8.8%)
Firefighting & Prevention217 (87.5%)31 (12.5%)
Law Enforcement195 (95.6%)9 (4.4%)
Food Preparation & Serving450 (54.3%)379 (45.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance587 (72.2%)226 (27.8%)
Personal Care & Service94 (20.0%)375 (80.0%)
Total (Category)1,762 (45.1%)2,144 (54.9%)
Total (Overall)7,504 (48.5%)7,975 (51.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Holyoke are Office & Administration (1,703 | 11.0%), and Sales & Related (1,137 | 7.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Holyoke

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Holyoke
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related599 (52.7%)538 (47.3%)
Office & Administration471 (27.7%)1,232 (72.3%)
Total (Category)1,070 (37.7%)1,770 (62.3%)
Total (Overall)7,504 (48.5%)7,975 (51.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Holyoke are Construction & Extraction (492 | 3.2%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (423 | 2.7%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (9 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Holyoke

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Holyoke
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Construction & Extraction449 (91.3%)43 (8.7%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair359 (84.9%)64 (15.1%)
Total (Category)808 (87.5%)116 (12.6%)
Total (Overall)7,504 (48.5%)7,975 (51.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Holyoke are Production (1,418 | 9.2%), Material Moving (687 | 4.4%), and Transportation (524 | 3.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Holyoke

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Holyoke
OccupationMaleFemale
Production847 (59.7%)571 (40.3%)
Transportation390 (74.4%)134 (25.6%)
Material Moving568 (82.7%)119 (17.3%)
Total (Category)1,805 (68.7%)824 (31.3%)
Total (Overall)7,504 (48.5%)7,975 (51.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Holyoke

Employment Industries in Holyoke

The major employment industries in Holyoke include Health Care & Social Assistance (3,481 | 22.5%), Educational Services (2,146 | 13.9%), Retail Trade (1,799 | 11.6%), Manufacturing (1,720 | 11.1%), and Accommodation & Food Services (997 | 6.4%).
Employment Industries in Holyoke

Employment Industries by Sex in Holyoke

The Holyoke industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (90.8%), and Construction (84.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (76.2%), Educational Services (66.5%), and Information (51.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Holyoke
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting25 (73.5%)9 (26.5%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction559 (84.3%)104 (15.7%)
Manufacturing993 (57.7%)727 (42.3%)
Wholesale Trade394 (90.8%)40 (9.2%)
Retail Trade999 (55.5%)800 (44.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing347 (69.7%)151 (30.3%)
Utilities110 (75.3%)36 (24.7%)
Information142 (48.8%)149 (51.2%)
Finance & Insurance175 (49.0%)182 (51.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing295 (69.1%)132 (30.9%)
Professional & Scientific350 (58.2%)251 (41.8%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support361 (61.9%)222 (38.1%)
Educational Services718 (33.5%)1,428 (66.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance829 (23.8%)2,652 (76.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation88 (53.7%)76 (46.3%)
Accommodation & Food Services521 (52.3%)476 (47.7%)
Public Administration401 (62.2%)244 (37.8%)
Total7,504 (48.5%)7,975 (51.5%)

Education in Holyoke

School Enrollment in Holyoke

The most common levels of schooling among the 8,903 students in Holyoke are high school (2,320 | 26.1%), middle school (2,133 | 24.0%), and elementary school (1,781 | 20.0%).
School Enrollment in Holyoke
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool5976.7%
Kindergarten3173.6%
Elementary School1,78120.0%
Middle School2,13324.0%
High School2,32026.1%
College / Undergraduate1,45916.4%
Graduate / Professional2963.3%
Total8,903100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Holyoke

Out of a total of 8,903 students who are enrolled in schools in Holyoke, 1,068 (12.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 7,835 (88.0%) 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 189 (36.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 2,524 (93.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Holyoke
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds397 (83.1%)81 (17.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,737 (91.6%)159 (8.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds2,524 (93.7%)170 (6.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds1,320 (90.3%)141 (9.7%)
18 to 19 Year Olds642 (93.4%)45 (6.6%)
20 to 24 Year Olds574 (71.8%)225 (28.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds330 (63.6%)189 (36.4%)
35 Years and over314 (85.1%)55 (14.9%)
Total7,835 (88.0%)1,068 (12.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Holyoke

Education (911 | 15.1%), business (822 | 13.6%), social sciences (740 | 12.2%), arts & humanities (503 | 8.3%), and psychology (416 | 6.9%) are the most common fields of study among 6,049 individuals in Holyoke who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Holyoke
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1322.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural3545.9%
Physical & Health Sciences290.5%
Psychology4166.9%
Social Sciences74012.2%
Engineering2944.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies330.5%
Science & Technology3906.5%
Business82213.6%
Education91115.1%
Literature & Languages4156.9%
Liberal Arts & History3956.5%
Visual & Performing Arts3936.5%
Communications2223.7%
Arts & Humanities5038.3%
Total6,049100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Holyoke

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Holyoke

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Holyoke are males with 2 vehicles (2,843, accounting for 38.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,908, making up 37.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Holyoke
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle452 (6.1%)519 (6.8%)
1 Vehicle2,470 (33.4%)2,804 (36.5%)
2 Vehicles2,843 (38.4%)2,908 (37.8%)
3 Vehicles1,348 (18.2%)1,157 (15.0%)
4 Vehicles212 (2.9%)192 (2.5%)
5 or more Vehicles74 (1.0%)106 (1.4%)
Total7,399 (100.0%)7,686 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Holyoke

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Holyoke are 10 to 14 minutes (2,872 commuters, 20.8%), 15 to 19 minutes (2,681 commuters, 19.4%), and 20 to 24 minutes (2,601 commuters, 18.8%).
Commute Time in Holyoke
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1871.3%
5 to 9 Minutes1,37710.0%
10 to 14 Minutes2,87220.8%
15 to 19 Minutes2,68119.4%
20 to 24 Minutes2,60118.8%
25 to 29 Minutes1,0367.5%
30 to 34 Minutes1,95514.2%
35 to 39 Minutes1541.1%
40 to 44 Minutes2041.5%
45 to 59 Minutes3512.5%
60 to 89 Minutes1741.3%
90 or more Minutes2151.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Holyoke

The most common commute times in Holyoke are 15 to 19 minutes (1,519 commuters, 22.3%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (1,516 commuters, 21.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Holyoke
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes97 (1.4%)90 (1.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes672 (9.9%)705 (10.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes1,356 (19.9%)1,516 (21.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes1,519 (22.3%)1,162 (16.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes1,199 (17.6%)1,402 (20.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes356 (5.2%)680 (9.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes935 (13.7%)1,020 (14.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes107 (1.6%)47 (0.7%)
40 to 44 Minutes155 (2.3%)49 (0.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes227 (3.3%)124 (1.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes81 (1.2%)93 (1.3%)
90 or more Minutes103 (1.5%)112 (1.6%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Holyoke

The most frequent times of departure to work in Holyoke are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (944, 13.9%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (1,369, 19.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Holyoke
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM274 (4.0%)56 (0.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM252 (3.7%)76 (1.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM450 (6.6%)146 (2.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM521 (7.6%)549 (7.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM944 (13.9%)603 (8.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM930 (13.7%)990 (14.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM860 (12.6%)1,369 (19.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM633 (9.3%)1,065 (15.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM266 (3.9%)501 (7.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM373 (5.5%)546 (7.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM104 (1.5%)220 (3.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM163 (2.4%)121 (1.7%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM492 (7.2%)262 (3.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM545 (8.0%)496 (7.1%)
Total6,807 (100.0%)7,000 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Holyoke

Occupancy by Ownership in Holyoke

Of the total 15,112 dwellings in Holyoke, owner-occupied units account for 6,272 (41.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 8,840 (58.5%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Holyoke
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units6,27241.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units8,84058.5%
Total Occupied Housing Units15,112100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Holyoke

Occupancy by Household Size in Holyoke
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household4,72531.3%
2-Person Household5,12133.9%
3-Person Household2,35815.6%
4+ Person Household2,90819.2%
Total Housing Units15,112100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Holyoke

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Holyoke
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,490 (31.5%)3,235 (68.5%)
2-Person Household2,603 (50.8%)2,518 (49.2%)
3-Person Household961 (40.7%)1,397 (59.3%)
4+ Person Household1,218 (41.9%)1,690 (58.1%)
Total Housing Units6,272 (41.5%)8,840 (58.5%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Holyoke

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Holyoke
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School603 (18.9%)2,593 (81.1%)
High School Diploma1,666 (38.1%)2,705 (61.9%)
College/Associate Degree1,998 (49.2%)2,063 (50.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2,005 (57.6%)1,479 (42.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Holyoke

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Holyoke
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years3,22621.3%
35 to 44 Years2,53816.8%
45 to 54 Years2,74018.1%
55 to 64 Years2,70317.9%
65 to 74 Years2,08813.8%
75 to 84 Years1,2108.0%
85 Years and Over6074.0%
Total15,112100.0%

Housing Finances in Holyoke

Median Income by Occupancy in Holyoke

Median Income by Occupancy in Holyoke
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied6,272 (41.5%)$80,690
Renter-Occupied8,840 (58.5%)$30,945
Average15,112 (100.0%)$49,007

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Holyoke

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Holyoke
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000136 (2.2%)657 (7.4%)
$5,000 to $9,99922 (0.4%)542 (6.1%)
$10,000 to $14,999108 (1.7%)1,304 (14.7%)
$15,000 to $19,999141 (2.2%)878 (9.9%)
$20,000 to $24,999184 (2.9%)506 (5.7%)
$25,000 to $34,999260 (4.2%)940 (10.6%)
$35,000 to $49,999800 (12.8%)1,250 (14.1%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,255 (20.0%)1,278 (14.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,014 (16.2%)748 (8.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999992 (15.8%)429 (4.9%)
$150,000 or more1,360 (21.7%)308 (3.5%)
Total6,272 (100.0%)8,840 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Holyoke

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Holyoke
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300162 (2.6%)994 (11.2%)
$300 to $499171 (2.7%)1,127 (12.8%)
$500 to $7991,246 (19.9%)1,240 (14.0%)
$800 to $999599 (9.6%)1,371 (15.5%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,294 (20.6%)2,619 (29.6%)
$1,500 to $1,9991,465 (23.4%)1,030 (11.7%)
$2,000 to $2,499880 (14.0%)104 (1.2%)
$2,500 to $2,999225 (3.6%)47 (0.5%)
$3,000 or more230 (3.7%)85 (1.0%)
Total6,272 (100.0%)8,840 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Holyoke

Housing Structures in Holyoke

Housing Structures in Holyoke
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached5,34835.4%
Single Unit, Attached7945.2%
2 Unit Apartments1,64710.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1,52210.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments2,12714.1%
10 or more Apartments3,65724.2%
Mobile Home / Other170.1%
Total15,112100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Holyoke

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Holyoke
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached4,767 (89.1%)581 (10.9%)
Single Unit, Attached286 (36.0%)508 (64.0%)
2 Unit Apartments824 (50.0%)823 (50.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments255 (16.8%)1,267 (83.3%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments62 (2.9%)2,065 (97.1%)
10 or more Apartments78 (2.1%)3,579 (97.9%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Total6,272 (41.5%)8,840 (58.5%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Holyoke

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Holyoke
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room9 (0.1%)405 (4.6%)
2 or 3 Rooms186 (3.0%)2,088 (23.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,936 (30.9%)5,082 (57.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms2,784 (44.4%)1,086 (12.3%)
8 or more Rooms1,357 (21.6%)179 (2.0%)
Total6,272 (100.0%)8,840 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Holyoke

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Holyoke
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas3,873 (61.8%)3,473 (39.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas67 (1.1%)90 (1.0%)
Electricity749 (11.9%)4,090 (46.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene1,432 (22.8%)1,036 (11.7%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels143 (2.3%)44 (0.5%)
No Fuel Used8 (0.1%)107 (1.2%)
Total6,272 (100.0%)8,840 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Holyoke

Household Vehicle Usage in Holyoke
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle173 (2.8%)2,538 (28.7%)
1 Vehicle1,964 (31.3%)4,757 (53.8%)
2 Vehicles2,860 (45.6%)1,281 (14.5%)
3 or more Vehicles1,275 (20.3%)264 (3.0%)
Total6,272 (100.0%)8,840 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Holyoke

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Holyoke

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2,1724,100
Median Property Value$237,100$236,700
Median Household Income$56,905$1,055
Monthly Housing Costs$707$225
Real Estate Taxes$3,948$51

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Holyoke

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Holyoke
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00015 (0.7%)146 (3.6%)
$50,000 to $99,999144 (6.6%)46 (1.1%)
$100,000 to $299,9991,480 (68.1%)2,764 (67.4%)
$300,000 to $499,999436 (20.1%)959 (23.4%)
$500,000 to $749,99948 (2.2%)138 (3.4%)
$750,000 to $999,99921 (1.0%)31 (0.8%)
$1,000,000 or more28 (1.3%)16 (0.4%)
Total2,172 (100.0%)4,100 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Holyoke

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Holyoke
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00049 (2.3%)141 (3.4%)
$10,000 to $24,999335 (15.4%)109 (2.7%)
$25,000 to $34,999151 (7.0%)98 (2.4%)
$35,000 to $49,999454 (20.9%)109 (2.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999353 (16.3%)346 (8.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999258 (11.9%)902 (22.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999267 (12.3%)756 (18.4%)
$150,000 or more305 (14.0%)725 (17.7%)
Total2,172 (100.0%)4,100 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Holyoke

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Holyoke
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x515 (23.7%)92,011 (2,244.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x296 (13.6%)1,380 (33.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x259 (11.9%)1,166 (28.4%)
4.0x or more1,069 (49.2%)572 (14.0%)
Total2,172 (100.0%)4,100 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Holyoke

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Holyoke
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80014 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499118 (5.4%)131 (3.2%)
$800 to $1,4991,897 (87.3%)332 (8.1%)
Total2,172 (100.0%)4,100 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Holyoke

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Holyoke

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Holyoke
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years2,482 (97.0%)76 (3.0%)
6 to 18 Years6,135 (96.0%)259 (4.1%)
19 to 25 Years3,896 (99.0%)39 (1.0%)
26 to 34 Years4,705 (93.4%)331 (6.6%)
35 to 44 Years4,297 (92.5%)346 (7.4%)
45 to 54 Years4,165 (95.3%)205 (4.7%)
55 to 64 Years4,454 (98.8%)56 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years3,267 (99.7%)10 (0.3%)
75 Years and older2,599 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total36,000 (96.5%)1,322 (3.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Holyoke

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Holyoke
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born2,482 (97.0%)76 (3.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen6,135 (96.0%)259 (4.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen3,896 (99.0%)39 (1.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Holyoke

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Holyoke
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0008,586 (98.0%)174 (2.0%)
$25,000 to $49,9997,471 (97.7%)174 (2.3%)
$50,000 to $74,9995,684 (92.9%)434 (7.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9994,699 (96.9%)152 (3.1%)
$100,000 and over9,240 (96.4%)342 (3.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Holyoke

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Holyoke
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 61,735 (67.8%)801 (31.3%)
6 to 18 Years4,839 (75.7%)1,474 (23.1%)
19 to 25 Years2,098 (53.3%)1,932 (49.1%)
25 to 34 Years2,550 (50.6%)2,290 (45.5%)
35 to 44 Years2,491 (53.6%)2,015 (43.4%)
45 to 54 Years1,844 (42.2%)2,456 (56.2%)
55 to 64 Years1,922 (42.6%)2,705 (60.0%)
65 to 74 Years3,088 (94.2%)1,650 (50.3%)
75 Years and over2,582 (99.4%)1,422 (54.7%)
Total23,149 (62.0%)16,745 (44.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Holyoke

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Holyoke
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)32 (3.5%)
5 to 17 Years490 (14.1%)176 (6.3%)
18 to 34 Years578 (12.2%)601 (12.6%)
35 to 64 Years1,393 (22.3%)1,692 (23.3%)
65 to 74 Years601 (41.4%)558 (30.6%)
75 Years and over573 (51.2%)875 (59.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Holyoke

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Holyoke: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years21 (0.6%)11 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years75 (1.6%)95 (2.0%)
35 to 64 Years160 (2.6%)94 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years146 (10.1%)80 (4.4%)
75 Years and over161 (14.4%)145 (9.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Holyoke: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)32 (3.5%)
5 to 17 Years53 (1.5%)18 (0.6%)
18 to 34 Years69 (1.5%)179 (3.8%)
35 to 64 Years249 (4.0%)209 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years106 (7.3%)149 (8.2%)
75 Years and over145 (13.0%)68 (4.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Holyoke: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years441 (12.7%)176 (6.3%)
18 to 34 Years365 (7.7%)404 (8.5%)
35 to 64 Years803 (12.8%)564 (7.8%)
65 to 74 Years93 (6.4%)132 (7.2%)
75 Years and over105 (9.4%)370 (25.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Holyoke: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years40 (1.1%)35 (1.3%)
18 to 34 Years111 (2.4%)176 (3.7%)
35 to 64 Years866 (13.8%)1,157 (15.9%)
65 to 74 Years352 (24.2%)486 (26.6%)
75 Years and over403 (36.0%)750 (50.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Holyoke: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years123 (3.5%)69 (2.5%)
18 to 34 Years100 (2.1%)195 (4.1%)
35 to 64 Years481 (7.7%)532 (7.3%)
65 to 74 Years171 (11.8%)239 (13.1%)
75 Years and over187 (16.7%)463 (31.3%)

Technology Access in Holyoke

Computing Device Access in Holyoke

Computing Device Access in Holyoke
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop9,54463.2%
Smartphone12,31781.5%
Tablet8,28054.8%
No Computing Device1,65511.0%
Total15,112100.0%

Internet Access in Holyoke

Internet Access in Holyoke
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home7,78051.5%
Cellular Data Only4,56530.2%
Satellite Internet3582.4%
No Internet2,48916.5%
Total15,112100.0%

Holyoke Summary

Holyoke, Massachusetts is a city located in Hampden County in the Pioneer Valley region of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. It is situated between the cities of Springfield and Chicopee, and is bordered by the Connecticut River. The city is known for its rich history, diverse geography, vibrant economy, and diverse demographics.

History

Holyoke was first settled in 1745 by settlers from the Connecticut River Valley. The city was originally known as Ireland Parish, and was later renamed in honor of Elizur Holyoke, a prominent local minister. The city was officially incorporated in 1850.
Holyoke was an important industrial center in the 19th and 20th centuries. The city was home to numerous paper mills, which were powered by the nearby Hadley Falls. The city was also home to a number of other industries, including iron and steel production, textiles, and rubber manufacturing.

Geography

Holyoke is located in the Pioneer Valley region of Massachusetts, and is bordered by the Connecticut River. The city is situated between the cities of Springfield and Chicopee. The city has a total area of 8.3 square miles, of which 8.2 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water.
The city is located in the Connecticut River Valley, and is surrounded by hills and mountains. The city is home to numerous parks and recreational areas, including the Holyoke Heritage State Park, the Holyoke Range, and the Mount Tom State Reservation.

Economy

Holyoke has a vibrant economy that is driven by a number of industries. The city is home to numerous paper mills, which are powered by the nearby Hadley Falls. The city is also home to a number of other industries, including iron and steel production, textiles, and rubber manufacturing.
The city is also home to a number of educational institutions, including the University of Massachusetts Amherst, Holyoke Community College, and Elms College. The city is also home to a number of healthcare facilities, including Holyoke Medical Center and Holyoke Health Center.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Holyoke was 39,880. The city has a diverse population, with a majority of the population being of Hispanic or Latino origin. The city also has a significant population of African Americans, Asians, and Native Americans.
The median household income in Holyoke is $35,945, and the median family income is $41,945. The city has a poverty rate of 28.3%, which is higher than the national average. The city also has a high unemployment rate of 8.2%.
Holyoke is a diverse and vibrant city with a rich history, diverse geography, vibrant economy, and diverse demographics. The city is home to numerous industries, educational institutions, and healthcare facilities, and is a great place to live and work.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Holyoke?
Total Population of Holyoke is 38,210.
What is the Total Male Population of Holyoke?
Total Male Population of Holyoke is 18,805.
What is the Total Female Population of Holyoke?
Total Female Population of Holyoke is 19,405.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Holyoke?
There are 96.91 Males per 100 Females in Holyoke.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Holyoke?
There are 103.19 Females per 100 Males in Holyoke.
What is the Median Population Age in Holyoke?
Median Population Age in Holyoke is 37.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Holyoke
Average Family Size in Holyoke is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Holyoke
Average Household Size in Holyoke is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Holyoke?
Per Capita income in Holyoke is $27,973.
What is the Median Family Income in Holyoke?
Median Family Income in Holyoke is $59,787.
What is the Median Household income in Holyoke?
Median Household Income in Holyoke is $49,007.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Holyoke?
Income or Wage Gap in Holyoke is 19.7%.
Women in Holyoke earn 80.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Holyoke?
Family Income Deficit in Holyoke is $11,480.
Families that are below poverty line in Holyoke earn $11,480 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Holyoke?
Inequality or Gini Index in Holyoke is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Holyoke?
There are 16,599 People in the Labor Forcein in Holyoke.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Holyoke?
54.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Holyoke.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Holyoke?
Unemployment Rate in Holyoke is 6.8%.