Chester, MD

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Chester Overview

4,456
TOTAL POPULATION
2,096
MALE POPULATION
2,360
FEMALE POPULATION
88.81
MALES / 100 FEMALES
112.60
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.8
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$57,878
PER CAPITA INCOME
$114,250
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$90,201
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
56.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
43.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,459
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
66.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Chester Zip Codes

Chester Area Codes

Race in Chester

The most populous races in Chester are White / Caucasian (3,692 | 82.9%), Black / African American (310 | 7.0%), and Hispanic or Latino (226 | 5.1%).
Race in Chester
Race# Population% Population
Asian410.9%
Black / African American3107.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino2265.1%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian3,69282.9%
Two or more Races2064.6%
Some other Race2074.6%
Total4,456100.0%

Ancestry in Chester

The most populous ancestries reported in Chester are Irish (1,059 | 23.8%), English (888 | 19.9%), German (717 | 16.1%), Italian (609 | 13.7%), and American (240 | 5.4%), together accounting for 78.8% of all Chester residents.
Ancestry in Chester
Ancestry# Population% Population
African220.5%
Albanian110.3%
American2405.4%
Austrian50.1%
Bhutanese160.4%
Blackfeet501.1%
British481.1%
Chinese250.6%
Czech70.2%
Dutch80.2%
Eastern European260.6%
Ecuadorian2074.6%
English88819.9%
Ethiopian1182.6%
European571.3%
French1774.0%
French Canadian100.2%
German71716.1%
Greek130.3%
Hungarian150.3%
Irish1,05923.8%
Italian60913.7%
Laotian310.7%
Mexican160.4%
Norwegian451.0%
Polish1513.4%
Russian270.6%
Scottish491.1%
South American2074.6%
Subsaharan African1403.1%
Swedish70.2%
Thai100.2%
Welsh350.8%
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Immigrants in Chester

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Chester came from Africa (140 | 3.1%), Ecuador (121 | 2.7%), Latin America (121 | 2.7%), South America (121 | 2.7%), and Eastern Africa (118 | 2.6%), together accounting for 14.0% of all Chester residents.
Immigrants in Chester
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa1403.1%
Asia410.9%
Eastern Africa1182.6%
Ecuador1212.7%
Ethiopia1182.6%
Europe80.2%
India100.2%
Indonesia310.7%
Latin America1212.7%
Nigeria220.5%
Northern Europe80.2%
South America1212.7%
South Central Asia100.2%
South Eastern Asia310.7%
Western Africa220.5%
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Sex and Age in Chester

Sex and Age in Chester

The most populous age groups in Chester are Under 5 Years (306 | 14.6%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (301 | 12.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Chester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years306 (14.6%)87 (3.7%)
5 to 9 Years107 (5.1%)113 (4.8%)
10 to 14 Years11 (0.5%)88 (3.7%)
15 to 19 Years80 (3.8%)169 (7.2%)
20 to 24 Years126 (6.0%)54 (2.3%)
25 to 29 Years165 (7.9%)199 (8.4%)
30 to 34 Years146 (7.0%)161 (6.8%)
35 to 39 Years59 (2.8%)190 (8.1%)
40 to 44 Years121 (5.8%)81 (3.4%)
45 to 49 Years75 (3.6%)112 (4.8%)
50 to 54 Years126 (6.0%)193 (8.2%)
55 to 59 Years150 (7.2%)265 (11.2%)
60 to 64 Years197 (9.4%)301 (12.8%)
65 to 69 Years163 (7.8%)90 (3.8%)
70 to 74 Years154 (7.3%)106 (4.5%)
75 to 79 Years53 (2.5%)75 (3.2%)
80 to 84 Years39 (1.9%)45 (1.9%)
85 Years and over18 (0.9%)31 (1.3%)
Total2,096 (100.0%)2,360 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Chester

Median Family Size in Chester

The median family size in Chester is 2.94 persons per family, with single female/mother families (231 | 19.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.5 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (94 | 8.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.46 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Chester
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple841 (72.1%)2.84
Single Male/Father94 (8.1%)2.46
Single Female/Mother231 (19.8%)3.50
Total Families1,166 (100.0%)2.94

Median Household Size in Chester

The median household size in Chester is 2.37 persons per household, with single female/mother households (231 | 12.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.65 persons per household. non-family households (715 | 38.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.27 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Chester
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple841 (44.7%)2.85
Single Male/Father94 (5.0%)3.33
Single Female/Mother231 (12.3%)3.65
Non-family715 (38.0%)1.27
Total Households1,881 (100.0%)2.37

Household Size by Marriage Status in Chester

Out of a total of 1,881 households in Chester, 1,166 (62.0%) are family households, while 715 (38.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 628, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 592.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Chester
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-592 (31.5%)
2-Person Households628 (33.4%)96 (5.1%)
3-Person Households247 (13.1%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households155 (8.2%)27 (1.4%)
5-Person Households107 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households6 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households23 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,166 (62.0%)715 (38.0%)

Female Fertility in Chester

Fertility by Age in Chester

Average fertility rate in Chester is 31.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 77.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Chester
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years32 (100.0%)77.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total32 (100.0%)31.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Chester

71.9% of women with births (32) in Chester are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 28.1% 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 28.1% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Chester
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years23 (71.9%)9 (28.1%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total23 (71.9%)9 (28.1%)

Fertility by Education in Chester

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Chester
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma9 (28.1%)41.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree10 (31.2%)85.0
Graduate Degree13 (40.6%)120.0
Total32 (100.0%)31.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Chester

28.1% of women with births in Chester are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor'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.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Chester
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total23 (71.9%)9 (28.1%)

Income in Chester

Income Overview in Chester

Per Capita Income in Chester is $57,878, while median incomes of families and households are $114,250 and $90,201 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income4,456$57,878
Median Family Income1,166$114,250
Mean Family Income1,166$163,935
Median Household Income1,881$90,201
Mean Household Income1,881$134,467
Income Deficit1,166$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)4,45656.69%
Wage / Income Gap ($)4,45643.31¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4,4560.49

Earnings by Sex in Chester

Average Earnings in Chester are $41,625, $59,410 for men and $25,732 for women, a difference of 56.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Chester
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,283 (47.9%)$59,410
Female1,394 (52.1%)$25,732
Total2,677 (100.0%)$41,625

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Chester

The most common earnings brackets in Chester are $100,000+ for men (409 | 31.9%) and $100,000+ for women (177 | 12.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Chester
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less45 (3.5%)135 (9.7%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)136 (9.8%)
$5,000 to $7,49938 (3.0%)63 (4.5%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)11 (0.8%)
$10,000 to $12,49930 (2.3%)18 (1.3%)
$12,500 to $14,99939 (3.0%)76 (5.4%)
$15,000 to $17,49927 (2.1%)55 (4.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9996 (0.5%)81 (5.8%)
$20,000 to $22,49917 (1.3%)20 (1.4%)
$22,500 to $24,99977 (6.0%)90 (6.5%)
$25,000 to $29,999158 (12.3%)54 (3.9%)
$30,000 to $34,9997 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99916 (1.3%)133 (9.5%)
$40,000 to $44,99924 (1.9%)10 (0.7%)
$45,000 to $49,999109 (8.5%)29 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $54,99921 (1.6%)33 (2.4%)
$55,000 to $64,99936 (2.8%)61 (4.4%)
$65,000 to $74,99987 (6.8%)71 (5.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999137 (10.7%)141 (10.1%)
$100,000+409 (31.9%)177 (12.7%)
Total1,283 (100.0%)1,394 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Chester

Average earnings in Chester are $71,273 for men and $36,531 for women, a difference of 48.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $165,208, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $27,500. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $90,265, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $13,250.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Chester
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$49,549$0
High School Diploma$27,500$13,250
College or Associate's Degree$75,625$36,063
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree$165,208$90,265
Total$71,273$36,531

Family Income in Chester

Family Income Brackets in Chester

According to the Chester family income data, there are 255 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.9% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Chester
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000332.8%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999242.1%
$25,000 to $34,999232.0%
$35,000 to $49,999857.3%
$50,000 to $74,99921918.8%
$75,000 to $99,99915713.5%
$100,000 to $149,99924821.3%
$150,000 to $199,99912110.4%
$200,000+25521.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Chester

4-person families (123 | 10.5%) account for the highest median family income in Chester with $174,688 per family, while 2-person families (676 | 58.0%) have the highest median income of $47,812 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Chester
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families676 (58.0%)$95,625
3-Person Families245 (21.0%)$133,869
4-Person Families123 (10.5%)$174,688
5-Person Families93 (8.0%)$93,326
6-Person Families6 (0.5%)$0
7+ Person Families23 (2.0%)$0
Total1,166 (100.0%)$114,250

Family Income by Number of Earners in Chester

Family Income by Number of Earners in Chester
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners151 (13.0%)$88,083
1 Earner264 (22.6%)$83,258
2 Earners679 (58.2%)$128,958
3+ Earners72 (6.2%)$0
Total1,166 (100.0%)$114,250

Household Income in Chester

Household Income Brackets in Chester

With 372 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Chester, accounting for 19.8% of all households. In contrast, only 30 households (1.6%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Chester
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001005.3%
$10,000 to $14,999301.6%
$15,000 to $24,999472.5%
$25,000 to $34,999874.6%
$35,000 to $49,9991608.5%
$50,000 to $74,99937219.8%
$75,000 to $99,99927114.4%
$100,000 to $149,99933317.7%
$150,000 to $199,9991417.5%
$200,000+34018.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Chester

The median household income in Chester is $90,201, with the highest median household income of $93,968 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 528 households (28.1%) 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 30 households (1.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Chester
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years30 (1.6%)$0
25 to 44 Years528 (28.1%)$93,968
45 to 64 Years791 (42.0%)$84,440
65+ Years532 (28.3%)$80,455
Total1,881 (100.0%)$90,201

Poverty in Chester

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Chester

With 7.0% poverty level for males and 14.0% for females among the residents of Chester, 6 to 11 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 42 males (49.4%) and 48 females (75.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Chester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years71 (23.2%)9 (13.6%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years42 (49.4%)24 (21.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)48 (75.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)10 (47.6%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)15 (7.8%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)40 (11.1%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)32 (11.8%)
45 to 54 Years22 (11.0%)64 (21.0%)
55 to 64 Years9 (2.6%)60 (10.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)7 (3.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)18 (11.9%)
Total144 (7.0%)327 (14.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Chester

According to the poverty statistics in Chester, males aged 12 to 14 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.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Chester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years235 (76.8%)57 (86.4%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years43 (50.6%)90 (78.9%)
12 to 14 Years11 (100.0%)16 (25.0%)
15 Years43 (100.0%)9 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years24 (100.0%)11 (52.4%)
18 to 24 Years138 (100.0%)178 (92.2%)
25 to 34 Years311 (100.0%)320 (88.9%)
35 to 44 Years180 (100.0%)239 (88.2%)
45 to 54 Years179 (89.0%)241 (79.0%)
55 to 64 Years338 (97.4%)506 (89.4%)
65 to 74 Years317 (100.0%)189 (96.4%)
75 Years and over110 (100.0%)133 (88.1%)
Total1,929 (93.0%)2,012 (86.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Chester

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Chester show that 1.1% or 9 of the total 841 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 1.5%, comprising of 9 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Chester
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children576 (98.5%)9 (1.5%)
1 or 2 Children197 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total832 (98.9%)9 (1.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Chester

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Chester
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)7 (6.6%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)26 (28.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)65 (28.1%)

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

The poverty data for Chester shows that 9 of the married-couple family households (1.1%) and 65 of the single-parent households (20.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (1.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Chester
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children9 (1.5%)7 (4.6%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)26 (18.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Total9 (1.1%)65 (20.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Chester

Employment by Class of Employer in Chester

Among the 2,383 employed individuals in Chester, private company employees (1,502 | 63.0%), self-employed (not incorporated) (297 | 12.5%), and local government employees (191 | 8.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Chester
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,50263.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)723.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)29712.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations1154.8%
Local Government Employees1918.0%
State Government Employees662.8%
Federal Government Employees1405.9%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total2,383100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Chester

According to the labor force statistics for Chester, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,692), 66.6% or 2,459 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.4% or 59 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 180 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 16.5% or 59 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Chester
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years150 (76.1%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years180 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years274 (75.3%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years263 (85.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years358 (79.4%)59 (16.5%)
45 to 54 Years429 (84.8%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years275 (66.3%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years363 (72.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years149 (29.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over18 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,459 (66.6%)59 (2.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Chester

According to labor force statistics for Chester, 77.2% of individuals (1,962) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,541) are in the labor force, with 3.0% or 59 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 86.8% or 726 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 15.4% or 59 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Chester
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School102 (73.4%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma384 (66.8%)89 (15.4%)
College / Associate Degree750 (75.7%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher726 (86.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,962 (77.2%)76 (3.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Chester

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Chester are Management (362 | 15.1%), Community & Social Service (245 | 10.2%), Computers, Engineering & Science (187 | 7.8%), Architecture & Engineering (116 | 4.8%), and Education Instruction & Library (104 | 4.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Chester

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Chester, the most male-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (87.1%), and Business & Financial (81.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (76.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (68.3%), and Education Instruction & Library (64.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Chester
OccupationMaleFemale
Management165 (45.6%)197 (54.4%)
Business & Financial48 (81.4%)11 (18.6%)
Computers, Engineering & Science128 (68.4%)59 (31.6%)
Computers & Mathematics21 (38.2%)34 (61.8%)
Architecture & Engineering101 (87.1%)15 (12.9%)
Life, Physical & Social Science6 (37.5%)10 (62.5%)
Community & Social Service 117 (47.8%)128 (52.2%)
Education, Arts & Media18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support26 (66.7%)13 (33.3%)
Education Instruction & Library37 (35.6%)67 (64.4%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment36 (42.9%)48 (57.1%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating25 (31.7%)54 (68.3%)
Health Technologists13 (23.6%)42 (76.4%)
Total (Category)483 (51.8%)449 (48.2%)
Total (Overall)1,125 (46.9%)1,275 (53.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Chester are Personal Care & Service (139 | 5.8%), Food Preparation & Serving (126 | 5.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (78 | 3.3%), Security & Protection (44 | 1.8%), and Healthcare Support (43 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations in Chester

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Chester, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (75.0%), and Law Enforcement (71.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (86.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Chester
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)43 (100.0%)
Security & Protection33 (75.0%)11 (25.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement27 (71.1%)11 (28.9%)
Food Preparation & Serving17 (13.5%)109 (86.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance14 (17.9%)64 (82.1%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)139 (100.0%)
Total (Category)64 (14.9%)366 (85.1%)
Total (Overall)1,125 (46.9%)1,275 (53.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Chester are Sales & Related (344 | 14.3%), and Office & Administration (308 | 12.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Chester

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Chester
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related175 (50.9%)169 (49.1%)
Office & Administration49 (15.9%)259 (84.1%)
Total (Category)224 (34.4%)428 (65.6%)
Total (Overall)1,125 (46.9%)1,275 (53.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Chester are Construction & Extraction (143 | 6.0%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (45 | 1.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Chester

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Chester
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction143 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)188 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,125 (46.9%)1,275 (53.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Chester are Production (107 | 4.5%), and Transportation (91 | 3.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Chester

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Chester
OccupationMaleFemale
Production85 (79.4%)22 (20.6%)
Transportation81 (89.0%)10 (11.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)166 (83.8%)32 (16.2%)
Total (Overall)1,125 (46.9%)1,275 (53.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Chester

Employment Industries in Chester

The major employment industries in Chester include Construction (315 | 13.1%), Professional & Scientific (241 | 10.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (237 | 9.9%), Retail Trade (230 | 9.6%), and Accommodation & Food Services (193 | 8.0%).
Employment Industries in Chester

Employment Industries by Sex in Chester

The Chester industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Manufacturing (90.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (89.4%), and Accommodation & Food Services (83.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Chester
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction239 (75.9%)76 (24.1%)
Manufacturing142 (90.4%)15 (9.6%)
Wholesale Trade34 (77.3%)10 (22.7%)
Retail Trade128 (55.6%)102 (44.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing54 (67.5%)26 (32.5%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information50 (54.9%)41 (45.1%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)79 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific120 (49.8%)121 (50.2%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support31 (30.7%)70 (69.3%)
Educational Services64 (34.0%)124 (66.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance25 (10.5%)212 (89.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation49 (49.5%)50 (50.5%)
Accommodation & Food Services32 (16.6%)161 (83.4%)
Public Administration99 (54.1%)84 (45.9%)
Total1,125 (46.9%)1,275 (53.1%)

Education in Chester

School Enrollment in Chester

The most common levels of schooling among the 668 students in Chester are college / undergraduate (198 | 29.6%), high school (133 | 19.9%), and elementary school (115 | 17.2%).
School Enrollment in Chester
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool243.6%
Kindergarten9514.2%
Elementary School11517.2%
Middle School243.6%
High School13319.9%
College / Undergraduate19829.6%
Graduate / Professional7911.8%
Total668100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Chester

Out of a total of 668 students who are enrolled in schools in Chester, 155 (23.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 513 (76.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 13 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 93 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Chester
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old177 (89.8%)20 (10.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds88 (88.9%)11 (11.1%)
15 to 17 Year Olds81 (98.8%)1 (1.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds93 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds22 (71.0%)9 (29.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds52 (34.0%)101 (66.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total513 (76.8%)155 (23.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Chester

Business (225 | 18.3%), social sciences (128 | 10.4%), engineering (128 | 10.4%), bio, nature & agricultural (121 | 9.8%), and liberal arts & history (111 | 9.0%) are the most common fields of study among 1,232 individuals in Chester who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Chester
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics665.4%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1219.8%
Physical & Health Sciences494.0%
Psychology977.9%
Social Sciences12810.4%
Engineering12810.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies100.8%
Science & Technology615.0%
Business22518.3%
Education725.8%
Literature & Languages393.2%
Liberal Arts & History1119.0%
Visual & Performing Arts534.3%
Communications151.2%
Arts & Humanities574.6%
Total1,232100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Chester

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Chester

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Chester are males with 2 vehicles (500, accounting for 44.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (529, making up 39.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Chester
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle22 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle205 (18.2%)182 (14.5%)
2 Vehicles500 (44.4%)529 (42.0%)
3 Vehicles275 (24.4%)369 (29.3%)
4 Vehicles66 (5.9%)112 (8.9%)
5 or more Vehicles57 (5.1%)66 (5.2%)
Total1,125 (100.0%)1,258 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Chester

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Chester are 45 to 59 minutes (358 commuters, 16.1%), 10 to 14 minutes (268 commuters, 12.0%), and 15 to 19 minutes (265 commuters, 11.9%).
Commute Time in Chester
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes170.8%
5 to 9 Minutes25411.4%
10 to 14 Minutes26812.0%
15 to 19 Minutes26511.9%
20 to 24 Minutes26511.9%
25 to 29 Minutes1064.8%
30 to 34 Minutes1235.5%
35 to 39 Minutes863.8%
40 to 44 Minutes954.3%
45 to 59 Minutes35816.1%
60 to 89 Minutes1998.9%
90 or more Minutes1958.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Chester

The most common commute times in Chester are 15 to 19 minutes (175 commuters, 16.7%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (239 commuters, 20.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Chester
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes17 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes62 (5.9%)192 (16.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes89 (8.5%)179 (15.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes175 (16.7%)90 (7.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes26 (2.5%)239 (20.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes71 (6.8%)35 (3.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes57 (5.4%)66 (5.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes73 (7.0%)13 (1.1%)
40 to 44 Minutes51 (4.9%)44 (3.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes163 (15.5%)195 (16.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes142 (13.5%)57 (4.8%)
90 or more Minutes124 (11.8%)71 (6.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Chester

The most frequent times of departure to work in Chester are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (203, 19.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (227, 19.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Chester
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM42 (4.0%)19 (1.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM47 (4.5%)11 (0.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM118 (11.2%)59 (5.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM203 (19.3%)128 (10.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM174 (16.6%)92 (7.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM134 (12.8%)227 (19.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM144 (13.7%)83 (7.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM63 (6.0%)224 (19.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM14 (1.3%)102 (8.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM9 (0.9%)59 (5.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)7 (0.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)19 (1.6%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM26 (2.5%)96 (8.1%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM76 (7.2%)55 (4.7%)
Total1,050 (100.0%)1,181 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Chester

Occupancy by Ownership in Chester

Of the total 1,881 dwellings in Chester, owner-occupied units account for 1,274 (67.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 607 (32.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Chester
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,27467.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units60732.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,881100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Chester

Occupancy by Household Size in Chester
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household59231.5%
2-Person Household72438.5%
3-Person Household24713.1%
4+ Person Household31816.9%
Total Housing Units1,881100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Chester

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Chester
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household377 (63.7%)215 (36.3%)
2-Person Household594 (82.0%)130 (18.0%)
3-Person Household168 (68.0%)79 (32.0%)
4+ Person Household135 (42.4%)183 (57.6%)
Total Housing Units1,274 (67.7%)607 (32.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Chester

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Chester
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School49 (48.0%)53 (52.0%)
High School Diploma125 (43.9%)160 (56.1%)
College/Associate Degree511 (72.7%)192 (27.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher589 (74.5%)202 (25.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Chester

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Chester
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years34518.3%
35 to 44 Years21311.3%
45 to 54 Years34718.4%
55 to 64 Years44423.6%
65 to 74 Years35819.0%
75 to 84 Years1457.7%
85 Years and Over291.5%
Total1,881100.0%

Housing Finances in Chester

Median Income by Occupancy in Chester

Median Income by Occupancy in Chester
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,274 (67.7%)$122,120
Renter-Occupied607 (32.3%)$58,090
Average1,881 (100.0%)$90,201

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Chester

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Chester
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00027 (2.1%)40 (6.6%)
$5,000 to $9,9997 (0.5%)26 (4.3%)
$10,000 to $14,9999 (0.7%)22 (3.6%)
$15,000 to $19,99940 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9997 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99945 (3.5%)41 (6.8%)
$35,000 to $49,99973 (5.7%)87 (14.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999192 (15.1%)180 (29.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999131 (10.3%)140 (23.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999261 (20.5%)71 (11.7%)
$150,000 or more482 (37.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,274 (100.0%)607 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Chester

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Chester
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49919 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799176 (13.8%)27 (4.4%)
$800 to $99960 (4.7%)11 (1.8%)
$1,000 to $1,499181 (14.2%)49 (8.1%)
$1,500 to $1,999261 (20.5%)333 (54.9%)
$2,000 to $2,499119 (9.3%)119 (19.6%)
$2,500 to $2,999196 (15.4%)23 (3.8%)
$3,000 or more262 (20.6%)4 (0.7%)
Total1,274 (100.0%)607 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Chester

Housing Structures in Chester

Housing Structures in Chester
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,15261.2%
Single Unit, Attached29015.4%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments784.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1578.4%
10 or more Apartments1699.0%
Mobile Home / Other351.9%
Total1,881100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Chester

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Chester
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached921 (79.9%)231 (20.1%)
Single Unit, Attached220 (75.9%)70 (24.1%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments11 (14.1%)67 (85.9%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments87 (55.4%)70 (44.6%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)169 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,274 (67.7%)607 (32.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Chester

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Chester
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)37 (6.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms70 (5.5%)109 (18.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms313 (24.6%)208 (34.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms426 (33.4%)139 (22.9%)
8 or more Rooms465 (36.5%)114 (18.8%)
Total1,274 (100.0%)607 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Chester

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Chester
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas65 (5.1%)97 (16.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas120 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity970 (76.1%)487 (80.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene90 (7.1%)23 (3.8%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels29 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,274 (100.0%)607 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Chester

Household Vehicle Usage in Chester
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)42 (6.9%)
1 Vehicle323 (25.4%)256 (42.2%)
2 Vehicles550 (43.2%)249 (41.0%)
3 or more Vehicles401 (31.5%)60 (9.9%)
Total1,274 (100.0%)607 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Chester

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Chester

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2641,010
Median Property Value$435,100$411,900
Median Household Income$88,026$392
Monthly Housing Costs$750$262
Real Estate Taxes$3,944$61

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Chester

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Chester
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00015 (5.7%)36 (3.6%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99919 (7.2%)243 (24.1%)
$300,000 to $499,999159 (60.2%)396 (39.2%)
$500,000 to $749,99939 (14.8%)190 (18.8%)
$750,000 to $999,99932 (12.1%)105 (10.4%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)40 (4.0%)
Total264 (100.0%)1,010 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Chester

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Chester
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9999 (3.4%)34 (3.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99911 (4.2%)47 (4.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99912 (4.5%)34 (3.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99965 (24.6%)61 (6.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99950 (18.9%)127 (12.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99927 (10.2%)81 (8.0%)
$150,000 or more90 (34.1%)234 (23.2%)
Total264 (100.0%)1,010 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Chester

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Chester
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x87 (33.0%)123,300 (12,207.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x36 (13.6%)158 (15.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x10 (3.8%)190 (18.8%)
4.0x or more131 (49.6%)285 (28.2%)
Total264 (100.0%)1,010 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Chester

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Chester
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)9 (0.9%)
$800 to $1,49919 (7.2%)13 (1.3%)
$800 to $1,499245 (92.8%)55 (5.4%)
Total264 (100.0%)1,010 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Chester

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chester

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chester
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years438 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years299 (80.6%)72 (19.4%)
19 to 25 Years328 (86.3%)52 (13.7%)
26 to 34 Years505 (81.2%)117 (18.8%)
35 to 44 Years421 (93.3%)30 (6.7%)
45 to 54 Years409 (80.8%)97 (19.2%)
55 to 64 Years845 (92.5%)68 (7.4%)
65 to 74 Years513 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older261 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,019 (90.2%)436 (9.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Chester

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Chester
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born438 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen299 (80.6%)72 (19.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen328 (86.3%)52 (13.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Chester

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Chester
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000178 (81.7%)40 (18.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999455 (73.6%)163 (26.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999790 (84.0%)151 (16.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999519 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over2,077 (96.2%)82 (3.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chester

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chester
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6342 (78.1%)109 (24.9%)
6 to 18 Years183 (49.3%)159 (42.9%)
19 to 25 Years24 (6.3%)304 (80.0%)
25 to 34 Years203 (32.6%)326 (52.4%)
35 to 44 Years156 (34.6%)274 (60.8%)
45 to 54 Years61 (12.1%)380 (75.1%)
55 to 64 Years131 (14.3%)737 (80.7%)
65 to 74 Years513 (100.0%)428 (83.4%)
75 Years and over261 (100.0%)191 (73.2%)
Total1,874 (42.1%)2,908 (65.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Chester

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Chester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years52 (11.6%)31 (5.6%)
35 to 64 Years101 (13.9%)307 (26.9%)
65 to 74 Years73 (23.0%)42 (21.4%)
75 Years and over24 (21.8%)61 (40.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Chester

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Chester: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years7 (1.0%)21 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years36 (11.4%)5 (2.5%)
75 Years and over24 (21.8%)13 (8.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Chester: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)9 (1.6%)
35 to 64 Years36 (5.0%)54 (4.7%)
65 to 74 Years18 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)13 (8.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Chester: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years52 (11.6%)22 (4.0%)
35 to 64 Years85 (11.7%)168 (14.7%)
65 to 74 Years18 (5.7%)14 (7.1%)
75 Years and over10 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Chester: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)22 (4.0%)
35 to 64 Years23 (3.2%)127 (11.1%)
65 to 74 Years55 (17.3%)42 (21.4%)
75 Years and over18 (16.4%)48 (31.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Chester: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years7 (1.0%)123 (10.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)9 (4.6%)
75 Years and over10 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Chester

Computing Device Access in Chester

Computing Device Access in Chester
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,59084.5%
Smartphone1,71491.1%
Tablet1,23665.7%
No Computing Device552.9%
Total1,881100.0%

Internet Access in Chester

Internet Access in Chester
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,54382.0%
Cellular Data Only924.9%
Satellite Internet764.0%
No Internet22011.7%
Total1,881100.0%

Chester Summary

Chester, Maryland is a small town located in Queen Anne’s County on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. It is situated on the Chester River, which is a tributary of the Chesapeake Bay. The town was founded in 1706 and has a population of approximately 1,500 people.

History

Chester was founded in 1706 by a group of English settlers who were granted a land patent from the Lord Proprietary of Maryland. The town was named after the nearby Chester River, which was named after the English city of Chester. The town was originally a farming community, but it soon developed into a bustling port town. The town was a major trading center for tobacco, grain, and other goods.
In the late 1700s, the town was a major stop on the Underground Railroad, with many slaves escaping to freedom in the North. During the Civil War, the town was occupied by Union forces and served as a supply depot. After the war, the town continued to grow and prosper.

Geography

Chester is located in Queen Anne’s County on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. It is situated on the Chester River, which is a tributary of the Chesapeake Bay. The town is located about 25 miles south of Annapolis and about 50 miles east of Washington, D.C. The town is surrounded by farmland and is bordered by the towns of Centreville, Grasonville, and Queenstown.
The town is located in a humid subtropical climate zone, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The town receives an average of 45 inches of precipitation per year, with most of it falling in the summer months.

Economy

The economy of Chester is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and wheat. The town is also home to several seafood processing plants, which process and package seafood for local restaurants and markets.
The town is also a popular tourist destination, with many visitors coming to enjoy the town’s historic sites, scenic views, and outdoor activities. The town is home to several marinas, which offer boat rentals and fishing charters. The town also has several restaurants, shops, and galleries.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Chester was 1,500 people. The town is predominantly white, with about 90% of the population being white. The town also has a small African American population, with about 5% of the population being African American. The town also has a small Hispanic population, with about 2% of the population being Hispanic. The median household income in the town is around $50,000.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Chester?
Total Population of Chester is 4,456.
What is the Total Male Population of Chester?
Total Male Population of Chester is 2,096.
What is the Total Female Population of Chester?
Total Female Population of Chester is 2,360.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Chester?
There are 88.81 Males per 100 Females in Chester.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Chester?
There are 112.60 Females per 100 Males in Chester.
What is the Median Population Age in Chester?
Median Population Age in Chester is 43.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Chester
Average Family Size in Chester is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Chester
Average Household Size in Chester is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Chester?
Per Capita income in Chester is $57,878.
What is the Median Family Income in Chester?
Median Family Income in Chester is $114,250.
What is the Median Household income in Chester?
Median Household Income in Chester is $90,201.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Chester?
Income or Wage Gap in Chester is 56.7%.
Women in Chester earn 43.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Chester?
Inequality or Gini Index in Chester is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Chester?
There are 2,459 People in the Labor Forcein in Chester.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Chester?
66.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Chester.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Chester?
Unemployment Rate in Chester is 2.4%.