La Plata, MD
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10,283
TOTAL POPULATION
5,212
MALE POPULATION
5,071
FEMALE POPULATION
102.78
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.29
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$47,661
PER CAPITA INCOME
$145,385
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$117,065
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
29.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
70.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.37
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,988
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
La Plata Zip Codes
Race in La Plata
The most populous races in La Plata are White / Caucasian (5,577 | 54.2%), Black / African American (3,847 | 37.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (572 | 5.6%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 261 | 2.5% |
| Black / African American | 3,847 | 37.4% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 572 | 5.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 63 | 0.6% |
| White / Caucasian | 5,577 | 54.2% |
| Two or more Races | 465 | 4.5% |
| Some other Race | 70 | 0.7% |
| Total | 10,283 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in La Plata
The most populous ancestries reported in La Plata are Irish (1,470 | 14.3%), English (1,448 | 14.1%), German (976 | 9.5%), Polish (456 | 4.4%), and Italian (370 | 3.6%), together accounting for 45.9% of all La Plata residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 12 | 0.1% |
| American | 352 | 3.4% |
| Arab | 28 | 0.3% |
| Bhutanese | 137 | 1.3% |
| British | 150 | 1.5% |
| Burmese | 17 | 0.2% |
| Central American | 222 | 2.2% |
| Central American Indian | 56 | 0.5% |
| Cherokee | 9 | 0.1% |
| Chippewa | 7 | 0.1% |
| Croatian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 67 | 0.6% |
| Danish | 8 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 62 | 0.6% |
| Eastern European | 35 | 0.3% |
| English | 1,448 | 14.1% |
| European | 103 | 1.0% |
| Finnish | 8 | 0.1% |
| French | 84 | 0.8% |
| French Canadian | 9 | 0.1% |
| German | 976 | 9.5% |
| Greek | 22 | 0.2% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 30 | 0.3% |
| Guatemalan | 104 | 1.0% |
| Haitian | 48 | 0.5% |
| Hungarian | 86 | 0.8% |
| Indian (Asian) | 65 | 0.6% |
| Irish | 1,470 | 14.3% |
| Italian | 370 | 3.6% |
| Jamaican | 131 | 1.3% |
| Korean | 72 | 0.7% |
| Mexican | 103 | 1.0% |
| Native Hawaiian | 131 | 1.3% |
| Nigerian | 169 | 1.6% |
| Norwegian | 98 | 0.9% |
| Panamanian | 51 | 0.5% |
| Polish | 456 | 4.4% |
| Puerto Rican | 180 | 1.8% |
| Romanian | 9 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 6 | 0.1% |
| Salvadoran | 67 | 0.6% |
| Samoan | 12 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 24 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 66 | 0.6% |
| Scottish | 83 | 0.8% |
| Slavic | 5 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 23 | 0.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 229 | 2.2% |
| Swedish | 69 | 0.7% |
| Thai | 163 | 1.6% |
| Welsh | 8 | 0.1% | View All 51 Rows |
Immigrants in La Plata
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in La Plata came from Latin America (370 | 3.6%), Central America (214 | 2.1%), Asia (199 | 1.9%), Europe (164 | 1.6%), and Caribbean (156 | 1.5%), together accounting for 10.7% of all La Plata residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 88 | 0.9% |
| Asia | 199 | 1.9% |
| Belize | 131 | 1.3% |
| Caribbean | 156 | 1.5% |
| Central America | 214 | 2.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 17 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Europe | 21 | 0.2% |
| El Salvador | 12 | 0.1% |
| England | 121 | 1.2% |
| Europe | 164 | 1.6% |
| Guatemala | 71 | 0.7% |
| Haiti | 29 | 0.3% |
| India | 43 | 0.4% |
| Italy | 22 | 0.2% |
| Jamaica | 127 | 1.2% |
| Korea | 17 | 0.2% |
| Kuwait | 28 | 0.3% |
| Latin America | 370 | 3.6% |
| Nepal | 21 | 0.2% |
| Nigeria | 58 | 0.6% |
| Northern Europe | 121 | 1.2% |
| Philippines | 59 | 0.6% |
| Poland | 21 | 0.2% |
| South Central Asia | 95 | 0.9% |
| South Eastern Asia | 59 | 0.6% |
| Southern Europe | 22 | 0.2% |
| Sri Lanka | 31 | 0.3% |
| Western Africa | 88 | 0.9% |
| Western Asia | 28 | 0.3% | View All 29 Rows |
Sex and Age in La Plata
Sex and Age in La Plata
The most populous age groups in La Plata are 55 to 59 Years (628 | 12.0%) for men and 45 to 49 Years (524 | 10.3%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 259 (5.0%) | 123 (2.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 151 (2.9%) | 344 (6.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 352 (6.8%) | 356 (7.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 407 (7.8%) | 317 (6.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 380 (7.3%) | 380 (7.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 313 (6.0%) | 139 (2.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 373 (7.2%) | 148 (2.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 309 (5.9%) | 451 (8.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 319 (6.1%) | 286 (5.6%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 421 (8.1%) | 524 (10.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 338 (6.5%) | 237 (4.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 628 (12.0%) | 516 (10.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 268 (5.1%) | 305 (6.0%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 100 (1.9%) | 137 (2.7%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 283 (5.4%) | 269 (5.3%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 173 (3.3%) | 115 (2.3%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 66 (1.3%) | 220 (4.3%) |
| 85 Years and over | 72 (1.4%) | 204 (4.0%) |
| Total | 5,212 (100.0%) | 5,071 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in La Plata
Median Family Size in La Plata
The median family size in La Plata is 3.33 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,806 | 73.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.4 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (46 | 1.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.43 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,806 (73.0%) | 3.40 |
| Single Male/Father | 46 (1.9%) | 2.43 |
| Single Female/Mother | 622 (25.1%) | 3.21 |
| Total Families | 2,474 (100.0%) | 3.33 |
Median Household Size in La Plata
The median household size in La Plata is 2.64 persons per household, with married-couple households (1,806 | 49.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.4 persons per household. non-family households (1,152 | 31.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.11 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,806 (49.8%) | 3.40 |
| Single Male/Father | 46 (1.3%) | 2.43 |
| Single Female/Mother | 622 (17.2%) | 3.29 |
| Non-family | 1,152 (31.8%) | 1.11 |
| Total Households | 3,626 (100.0%) | 2.64 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in La Plata
Out of a total of 3,626 households in La Plata, 2,474 (68.2%) are family households, while 1,152 (31.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 989, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,077.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,077 (29.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 989 (27.3%) | 48 (1.3%) |
| 3-Person Households | 606 (16.7%) | 27 (0.7%) |
| 4-Person Households | 499 (13.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 255 (7.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 125 (3.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,474 (68.2%) | 1,152 (31.8%) |
Female Fertility in La Plata
Fertility by Age in La Plata
Average fertility rate in La Plata is 67.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 79.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 66.9% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 50 (33.1%) | 75.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 101 (66.9%) | 79.0 |
| Total | 151 (100.0%) | 67.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in La Plata
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 50 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 101 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 151 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in La Plata
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 26 (17.2%) | 31.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 50 (33.1%) | 115.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 75 (49.7%) | 210.0 |
| Total | 151 (100.0%) | 67.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in La Plata
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 50 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 75 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 151 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in La Plata
Income Overview in La Plata
Per Capita Income in La Plata is $47,661, while median incomes of families and households are $145,385 and $117,065 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 10,283 | $47,661 |
| Median Family Income | 2,474 | $145,385 |
| Mean Family Income | 2,474 | $156,244 |
| Median Household Income | 3,626 | $117,065 |
| Mean Household Income | 3,626 | $132,826 |
| Income Deficit | 2,474 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 10,283 | 29.72% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 10,283 | 70.28¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 10,283 | 0.37 |
Earnings by Sex in La Plata
Average Earnings in La Plata are $56,210, $70,455 for men and $49,519 for women, a difference of 29.7%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,996 (55.4%) | $70,455 |
| Female | 2,409 (44.6%) | $49,519 |
| Total | 5,405 (100.0%) | $56,210 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in La Plata
The most common earnings brackets in La Plata are $100,000+ for men (1,040 | 34.7%) and $100,000+ for women (422 | 17.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 44 (1.5%) | 145 (6.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 246 (8.2%) | 109 (4.5%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 106 (3.5%) | 64 (2.7%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 45 (1.5%) | 25 (1.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 119 (4.0%) | 40 (1.7%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 11 (0.4%) | 14 (0.6%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 12 (0.4%) | 48 (2.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 24 (0.8%) | 16 (0.7%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 99 (3.3%) | 53 (2.2%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 68 (2.3%) | 61 (2.5%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 32 (1.1%) | 39 (1.6%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 133 (4.4%) | 103 (4.3%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 60 (2.0%) | 102 (4.2%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 27 (0.9%) | 155 (6.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 126 (4.2%) | 233 (9.7%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 45 (1.5%) | 161 (6.7%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 231 (7.7%) | 234 (9.7%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 125 (4.2%) | 129 (5.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 403 (13.5%) | 256 (10.6%) |
| $100,000+ | 1,040 (34.7%) | 422 (17.5%) |
| Total | 2,996 (100.0%) | 2,409 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in La Plata
Average earnings in La Plata are $79,328 for men and $52,037 for women, a difference of 34.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $136,827, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $31,250. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $115,938, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $42,019.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $38,818 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $31,250 | $42,019 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $86,650 | $47,383 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $103,065 | $56,900 |
| Graduate Degree | $136,827 | $115,938 |
| Total | $79,328 | $52,037 |
Family Income in La Plata
Family Income Brackets in La Plata
According to the La Plata family income data, there are 670 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 27.1% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 22 | 0.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 52 | 2.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 20 | 0.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 114 | 4.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 272 | 11.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 285 | 11.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 507 | 20.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 534 | 21.6% |
| $200,000+ | 670 | 27.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in La Plata
6-person families (115 | 4.6%) account for the highest median family income in La Plata with $208,750 per family, while 2-person families (1,014 | 41.0%) have the highest median income of $57,802 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,014 (41.0%) | $115,603 |
| 3-Person Families | 597 (24.1%) | $168,036 |
| 4-Person Families | 483 (19.5%) | $179,580 |
| 5-Person Families | 265 (10.7%) | $127,917 |
| 6-Person Families | 115 (4.6%) | $208,750 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 2,474 (100.0%) | $145,385 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in La Plata
The median family income in La Plata is $145,385, with families comprising 3+ earners (521) having the highest median family income of $232,583, while families with no earners (260) have the lowest median family income of $87,917, accounting for 21.1% and 10.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 260 (10.5%) | $87,917 |
| 1 Earner | 694 (28.1%) | $126,417 |
| 2 Earners | 999 (40.4%) | $166,369 |
| 3+ Earners | 521 (21.1%) | $232,583 |
| Total | 2,474 (100.0%) | $145,385 |
Household Income in La Plata
Household Income Brackets in La Plata
With 765 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in La Plata, accounting for 21.1% of all households. In contrast, only 22 households (0.6%) fall into the $25,000 to $34,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 120 | 3.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 47 | 1.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 174 | 4.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 22 | 0.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 196 | 5.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 700 | 19.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 377 | 10.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 591 | 16.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 635 | 17.5% |
| $200,000+ | 765 | 21.1% |
Household Income by Householder Age in La Plata
The median household income in La Plata is $117,065, with the highest median household income of $147,330 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,713 households (47.2%) 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 19 households (0.5%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 19 (0.5%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 937 (25.8%) | $119,539 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,713 (47.2%) | $147,330 |
| 65+ Years | 957 (26.4%) | $65,139 |
| Total | 3,626 (100.0%) | $117,065 |
Poverty in La Plata
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in La Plata
With 4.8% poverty level for males and 2.7% for females among the residents of La Plata, 75 year old and over males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 64 males (22.7%) and 35 females (9.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (6.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (3.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (4.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 63 (9.5%) | 11 (1.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 105 (11.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (4.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 64 (22.7%) | 35 (9.4%) |
| Total | 232 (4.8%) | 128 (2.7%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in La Plata
According to the poverty statistics in La Plata, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 259 (100.0%) | 123 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 35 (100.0%) | 55 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 161 (100.0%) | 395 (93.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 307 (100.0%) | 223 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 79 (100.0%) | 33 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 83 (100.0%) | 245 (96.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 539 (100.0%) | 410 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 624 (100.0%) | 258 (100.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 556 (100.0%) | 689 (95.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 603 (90.5%) | 742 (98.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 777 (88.1%) | 801 (100.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 372 (100.0%) | 365 (95.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 218 (77.3%) | 337 (90.6%) |
| Total | 4,613 (95.2%) | 4,676 (97.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in La Plata
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 971 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 668 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 167 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,806 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in La Plata
According to the poverty data in La Plata, 47.8% or 22 single-father households and 1.8% or 11 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 22 households (73.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (3.4%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 22 (73.3%) | 11 (3.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 22 (47.8%) | 11 (1.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in La Plata
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (9.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (4.9%) |
Employment Characteristics in La Plata
Employment by Class of Employer in La Plata
Among the 4,772 employed individuals in La Plata, private company employees (2,723 | 57.1%), federal government employees (872 | 18.3%), and local government employees (464 | 9.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,723 | 57.1% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 120 | 2.5% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 84 | 1.8% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 342 | 7.2% |
| Local Government Employees | 464 | 9.7% |
| State Government Employees | 167 | 3.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 872 | 18.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 4,772 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in La Plata
According to the labor force statistics for La Plata, out of the total population over 16 years of age (8,586), 58.1% or 4,988 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.0% or 150 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 86.8% or 452 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.8% or 30 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 235 (38.4%) | 30 (12.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 387 (50.9%) | 12 (3.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 356 (78.8%) | 17 (4.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 452 (86.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 994 (72.8%) | 18 (1.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,151 (75.7%) | 45 (3.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 952 (83.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 279 (48.7%) | 24 (8.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 124 (15.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 57 (6.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,988 (58.1%) | 150 (3.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in La Plata
According to labor force statistics for La Plata, 75.0% of individuals (4,181) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (5,575) are in the labor force, with 2.5% or 105 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 83.9% or 1,800 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 35.0% or 28 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 80 (31.1%) | 90 (35.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 825 (69.3%) | 77 (6.5%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,479 (74.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,800 (83.9%) | 24 (1.1%) |
| Total | 4,181 (75.0%) | 139 (2.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in La Plata
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in La Plata are Management (661 | 14.1%), Computers, Engineering & Science (463 | 9.9%), Business & Financial (367 | 7.8%), Community & Social Service (344 | 7.3%), and Computers & Mathematics (335 | 7.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in La Plata, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (94.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (94.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 341 (51.6%) | 320 (48.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 132 (36.0%) | 235 (64.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 436 (94.2%) | 27 (5.8%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 317 (94.6%) | 18 (5.4%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 79 (89.8%) | 9 (10.2%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 40 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 53 (15.4%) | 291 (84.6%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 78 (100.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 46 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 53 (25.2%) | 157 (74.8%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 104 (59.8%) | 70 (40.2%) |
| Health Technologists | 43 (42.2%) | 59 (57.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,066 (53.1%) | 943 (46.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,505 (53.5%) | 2,176 (46.5%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in La Plata are Food Preparation & Serving (308 | 6.6%), Security & Protection (225 | 4.8%), Healthcare Support (168 | 3.6%), Law Enforcement (127 | 2.7%), and Firefighting & Prevention (98 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in La Plata, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (67.3%), and Security & Protection (65.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (84.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (41.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 26 (15.5%) | 142 (84.5%) |
| Security & Protection | 147 (65.3%) | 78 (34.7%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 66 (67.3%) | 32 (32.7%) |
| Law Enforcement | 81 (63.8%) | 46 (36.2%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 180 (58.4%) | 128 (41.6%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 46 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 376 (48.8%) | 394 (51.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,505 (53.5%) | 2,176 (46.5%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in La Plata are Office & Administration (609 | 13.0%), and Sales & Related (597 | 12.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 304 (50.9%) | 293 (49.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 98 (16.1%) | 511 (83.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 402 (33.3%) | 804 (66.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,505 (53.5%) | 2,176 (46.5%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in La Plata are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (108 | 2.3%), and Construction & Extraction (98 | 2.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 98 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 108 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 206 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,505 (53.5%) | 2,176 (46.5%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in La Plata are Material Moving (285 | 6.1%), Transportation (129 | 2.8%), and Production (76 | 1.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 41 (53.9%) | 35 (46.1%) |
| Transportation | 129 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 285 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 455 (92.9%) | 35 (7.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,505 (53.5%) | 2,176 (46.5%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in La Plata
Employment Industries in La Plata
The major employment industries in La Plata include Public Administration (785 | 16.8%), Retail Trade (541 | 11.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (376 | 8.0%), Professional & Scientific (354 | 7.6%), and Transportation & Warehousing (327 | 7.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in La Plata
The La Plata industries that see more men than women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Utilities (89.8%), and Manufacturing (84.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Administrative & Support (88.3%), Information (85.2%), and Wholesale Trade (84.3%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 210 (75.5%) | 68 (24.5%) |
| Manufacturing | 122 (84.1%) | 23 (15.9%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 11 (15.7%) | 59 (84.3%) |
| Retail Trade | 338 (62.5%) | 203 (37.5%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 227 (69.4%) | 100 (30.6%) |
| Utilities | 53 (89.8%) | 6 (10.2%) |
| Information | 8 (14.8%) | 46 (85.2%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 111 (38.3%) | 179 (61.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 47 (54.0%) | 40 (46.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 286 (80.8%) | 68 (19.2%) |
| Enterprise Management | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 29 (11.7%) | 219 (88.3%) |
| Educational Services | 59 (18.0%) | 268 (82.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 88 (23.4%) | 288 (76.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 49 (46.2%) | 57 (53.8%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 180 (62.5%) | 108 (37.5%) |
| Public Administration | 460 (58.6%) | 325 (41.4%) |
| Total | 2,505 (53.5%) | 2,176 (46.5%) |
Education in La Plata
School Enrollment in La Plata
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,760 students in La Plata are middle school (714 | 25.9%), high school (672 | 24.3%), and college / undergraduate (588 | 21.3%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 144 | 5.2% |
| Kindergarten | 46 | 1.7% |
| Elementary School | 380 | 13.8% |
| Middle School | 714 | 25.9% |
| High School | 672 | 24.3% |
| College / Undergraduate | 588 | 21.3% |
| Graduate / Professional | 216 | 7.8% |
| Total | 2,760 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in La Plata
Out of a total of 2,760 students who are enrolled in schools in La Plata, 414 (15.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,346 (85.0%) 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 71 (79.8% 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 206 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 18 (20.2%) | 71 (79.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 458 (97.0%) | 14 (3.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 524 (75.5%) | 170 (24.5%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 361 (84.4%) | 67 (15.7%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 206 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 337 (82.4%) | 72 (17.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 119 (86.2%) | 19 (13.8%) |
| 35 Years and over | 324 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,346 (85.0%) | 414 (15.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in La Plata
Business (574 | 21.7%), arts & humanities (396 | 15.0%), education (220 | 8.3%), engineering (175 | 6.6%), and visual & performing arts (173 | 6.6%) are the most common fields of study among 2,640 individuals in La Plata who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 127 | 4.8% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 151 | 5.7% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 81 | 3.1% |
| Psychology | 134 | 5.1% |
| Social Sciences | 145 | 5.5% |
| Engineering | 175 | 6.6% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 63 | 2.4% |
| Science & Technology | 86 | 3.3% |
| Business | 574 | 21.7% |
| Education | 220 | 8.3% |
| Literature & Languages | 156 | 5.9% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 125 | 4.7% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 173 | 6.6% |
| Communications | 34 | 1.3% |
| Arts & Humanities | 396 | 15.0% |
| Total | 2,640 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in La Plata
Vehicle Availability by Sex in La Plata
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in La Plata are males with 2 vehicles (1,054, accounting for 40.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (812, making up 49.1%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 85 (3.2%) | 96 (4.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 403 (15.3%) | 418 (19.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,054 (40.1%) | 812 (37.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 474 (18.0%) | 428 (20.0%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 478 (18.2%) | 285 (13.3%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 133 (5.1%) | 106 (4.9%) |
| Total | 2,627 (100.0%) | 2,145 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in La Plata
The most frequently occuring commute durations in La Plata are 60 to 89 minutes (1,178 commuters, 29.2%), 30 to 34 minutes (480 commuters, 11.9%), and 5 to 9 minutes (439 commuters, 10.9%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 68 | 1.7% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 439 | 10.9% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 323 | 8.0% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 316 | 7.8% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 298 | 7.4% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 178 | 4.4% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 480 | 11.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 107 | 2.7% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 84 | 2.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 261 | 6.5% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 1,178 | 29.2% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 297 | 7.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in La Plata
The most common commute times in La Plata are 60 to 89 minutes (673 commuters, 31.5%) for males and 60 to 89 minutes (505 commuters, 26.7%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 42 (2.0%) | 26 (1.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 90 (4.2%) | 349 (18.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 81 (3.8%) | 242 (12.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 109 (5.1%) | 207 (11.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 178 (8.3%) | 120 (6.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 178 (8.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 314 (14.7%) | 166 (8.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 47 (2.2%) | 60 (3.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 39 (1.8%) | 45 (2.4%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 192 (9.0%) | 69 (3.6%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 673 (31.5%) | 505 (26.7%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 195 (9.1%) | 102 (5.4%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in La Plata
The most frequent times of departure to work in La Plata are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (514, 24.0%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (388, 20.5%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 232 (10.8%) | 159 (8.4%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 139 (6.5%) | 183 (9.7%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 196 (9.2%) | 50 (2.6%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 514 (24.0%) | 123 (6.5%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 103 (4.8%) | 46 (2.4%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 336 (15.7%) | 277 (14.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 102 (4.8%) | 314 (16.6%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 128 (6.0%) | 388 (20.5%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 22 (1.0%) | 21 (1.1%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 123 (5.8%) | 77 (4.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 105 (5.6%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 15 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 178 (8.3%) | 112 (5.9%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 50 (2.3%) | 36 (1.9%) |
| Total | 2,138 (100.0%) | 1,891 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in La Plata
Occupancy by Ownership in La Plata
Of the total 3,626 dwellings in La Plata, owner-occupied units account for 2,846 (78.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 780 (21.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,846 | 78.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 780 | 21.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 3,626 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in La Plata
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,077 | 29.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,037 | 28.6% |
| 3-Person Household | 633 | 17.5% |
| 4+ Person Household | 879 | 24.2% |
| Total Housing Units | 3,626 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in La Plata
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 693 (64.3%) | 384 (35.6%) |
| 2-Person Household | 859 (82.8%) | 178 (17.2%) |
| 3-Person Household | 466 (73.6%) | 167 (26.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 828 (94.2%) | 51 (5.8%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,846 (78.5%) | 780 (21.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in La Plata
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 62 (37.3%) | 104 (62.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 361 (56.4%) | 279 (43.6%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,153 (87.6%) | 163 (12.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,270 (84.4%) | 234 (15.6%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in La Plata
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 281 | 7.7% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 675 | 18.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 809 | 22.3% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 904 | 24.9% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 493 | 13.6% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 312 | 8.6% |
| 85 Years and Over | 152 | 4.2% |
| Total | 3,626 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in La Plata
Median Income by Occupancy in La Plata
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,846 (78.5%) | $129,578 |
| Renter-Occupied | 780 (21.5%) | $55,268 |
| Average | 3,626 (100.0%) | $117,065 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in La Plata
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 92 (11.8%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 29 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 22 (0.8%) | 25 (3.2%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 37 (1.3%) | 34 (4.4%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 42 (1.5%) | 60 (7.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (2.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 125 (4.4%) | 72 (9.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 489 (17.2%) | 212 (27.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 313 (11.0%) | 65 (8.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 562 (19.8%) | 28 (3.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,227 (43.1%) | 172 (22.1%) |
| Total | 2,846 (100.0%) | 780 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in La Plata
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 21 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 55 (1.9%) | 60 (7.7%) |
| $500 to $799 | 209 (7.3%) | 64 (8.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 37 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 378 (13.3%) | 249 (31.9%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 523 (18.4%) | 165 (21.1%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 479 (16.8%) | 167 (21.4%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 550 (19.3%) | 45 (5.8%) |
| $3,000 or more | 594 (20.9%) | 22 (2.8%) |
| Total | 2,846 (100.0%) | 780 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in La Plata
Housing Structures in La Plata
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,825 | 50.3% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 1,253 | 34.6% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 11 | 0.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 20 | 0.5% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 76 | 2.1% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 441 | 12.2% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 3,626 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in La Plata
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,723 (94.4%) | 102 (5.6%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 1,095 (87.4%) | 158 (12.6%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 76 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 17 (3.8%) | 424 (96.2%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,846 (78.5%) | 780 (21.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in La Plata
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 33 (1.2%) | 122 (15.6%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 71 (2.5%) | 97 (12.4%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 440 (15.5%) | 336 (43.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 893 (31.4%) | 191 (24.5%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,409 (49.5%) | 34 (4.4%) |
| Total | 2,846 (100.0%) | 780 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in La Plata
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 214 (7.5%) | 66 (8.5%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 215 (7.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 2,250 (79.1%) | 702 (90.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 167 (5.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (1.5%) |
| Total | 2,846 (100.0%) | 780 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in La Plata
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 41 (1.4%) | 257 (33.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 805 (28.3%) | 286 (36.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,200 (42.2%) | 170 (21.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 800 (28.1%) | 67 (8.6%) |
| Total | 2,846 (100.0%) | 780 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in La Plata
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in La Plata
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 531 | 2,315 |
| Median Property Value | $357,300 | $402,800 |
| Median Household Income | $71,131 | $1,048 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $698 | $594 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $3,902 | $193 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in La Plata
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 21 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 178 (33.5%) | 433 (18.7%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 176 (33.2%) | 1,401 (60.5%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 125 (23.5%) | 481 (20.8%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 31 (5.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 531 (100.0%) | 2,315 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in La Plata
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 35 (1.5%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 27 (5.1%) | 29 (1.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 74 (3.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 83 (15.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 167 (31.5%) | 42 (1.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 24 (4.5%) | 322 (13.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 51 (9.6%) | 289 (12.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 179 (33.7%) | 511 (22.1%) |
| Total | 531 (100.0%) | 2,315 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in La Plata
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 103 (19.4%) | 135,871 (5,869.2%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 82 (15.4%) | 555 (24.0%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 128 (24.1%) | 700 (30.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 218 (41.0%) | 422 (18.2%) |
| Total | 531 (100.0%) | 2,315 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in La Plata
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 8 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (0.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 523 (98.5%) | 55 (2.4%) |
| Total | 531 (100.0%) | 2,315 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in La Plata
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in La Plata
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 472 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,744 (97.5%) | 44 (2.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 739 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 764 (97.8%) | 17 (2.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,235 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,351 (97.8%) | 31 (2.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,587 (94.3%) | 96 (5.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 753 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 654 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,299 (98.0%) | 188 (2.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in La Plata
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 472 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,744 (97.5%) | 44 (2.5%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 739 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in La Plata
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 480 (98.2%) | 9 (1.8%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 369 (87.2%) | 54 (12.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,359 (94.9%) | 73 (5.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 920 (94.7%) | 52 (5.3%) |
| $100,000 and over | 6,096 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in La Plata
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 77 (16.3%) | 421 (89.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 302 (16.9%) | 1,513 (84.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 739 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 172 (22.0%) | 611 (78.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 343 (27.8%) | 1,087 (88.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 154 (11.1%) | 1,258 (91.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 226 (13.4%) | 1,457 (86.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 742 (98.5%) | 518 (68.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 590 (90.2%) | 538 (82.3%) |
| Total | 2,606 (27.5%) | 8,142 (85.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in La Plata
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 60 (9.0%) | 36 (3.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 41 (3.7%) | 15 (2.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 296 (14.6%) | 125 (5.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (3.2%) | 61 (16.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 117 (41.5%) | 268 (72.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in La Plata
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 8 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 12 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 99 (4.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 92 (32.6%) | 92 (24.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 8 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 10 (0.9%) | 15 (2.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (0.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 35 (9.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 10 (3.5%) | 11 (3.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 60 (9.0%) | 9 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 19 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 181 (8.9%) | 97 (4.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (6.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 44 (15.6%) | 102 (27.4%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 23 (3.5%) | 27 (2.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 96 (4.7%) | 75 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (3.2%) | 61 (16.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 67 (23.8%) | 157 (42.2%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 23 (3.5%) | 36 (3.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 19 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 56 (2.8%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (4.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 44 (15.6%) | 44 (11.8%) |
Technology Access in La Plata
Computing Device Access in La Plata
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 3,011 | 83.0% |
| Smartphone | 3,206 | 88.4% |
| Tablet | 2,587 | 71.4% |
| No Computing Device | 204 | 5.6% |
| Total | 3,626 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in La Plata
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 2,920 | 80.5% |
| Cellular Data Only | 232 | 6.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 196 | 5.4% |
| No Internet | 339 | 9.3% |
| Total | 3,626 | 100.0% |
La Plata Summary
La Plata, Maryland is a town located in Charles County, Maryland, United States. It is the county seat of Charles County and is located approximately 25 miles south of Washington, D.C. The population of La Plata was 8,753 at the 2010 census.
History
La Plata was founded in 1868 and was named after the Spanish word for silver, in reference to the silver coins that were found in the area. The town was originally known as Charles Town, but the name was changed to La Plata in 1882.
The town was incorporated in 1888 and was the first town in Charles County to be incorporated. The town was originally a farming community, but it has since grown to become a major commercial center in the county.
Geography
La Plata is located at 38°27′N 76°55′W (38.45, -76.92). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 3.2 square miles (8.3 km2), all of it land.
Economy
La Plata is a major commercial center in Charles County. The town is home to several large businesses, including a Walmart Supercenter, a Lowe's Home Improvement store, and a Target store. The town is also home to several restaurants, banks, and other businesses.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 8,753 people, 3,093 households, and 2,092 families residing in the town. The population density was 2,735.3 people per square mile (1,053.7/km2). There were 3,309 housing units at an average density of 1,026.2 per square mile (396.3/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 68.2% White, 24.2% African American, 0.4% Native American, 2.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 2.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.2% of the population.
There were 3,093 households, out of which 37.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.2% were married couples living together, 16.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.2% were non-families. 25.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.63 and the average family size was 3.17.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 27.2% under the age of 18, 8.3% from 18 to 24, 33.2% from 25 to 44, 20.2% from 45 to 64, and 11.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.2 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $54,844, and the median income for a family was $62,917. Males had a median income of $41,945 versus $31,919 for females. The per capita income for the town was $23,945. About 6.2% of families and 8.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of La Plata?
Total Population of La Plata is 10,283.
What is the Total Male Population of La Plata?
Total Male Population of La Plata is 5,212.
What is the Total Female Population of La Plata?
Total Female Population of La Plata is 5,071.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in La Plata?
There are 102.78 Males per 100 Females in La Plata.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in La Plata?
There are 97.29 Females per 100 Males in La Plata.
What is the Median Population Age in La Plata?
Median Population Age in La Plata is 42.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in La Plata
Average Family Size in La Plata is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in La Plata
Average Household Size in La Plata is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in La Plata?
Per Capita income in La Plata is $47,661.
What is the Median Family Income in La Plata?
Median Family Income in La Plata is $145,385.
What is the Median Household income in La Plata?
Median Household Income in La Plata is $117,065.
What is Income or Wage Gap in La Plata?
Income or Wage Gap in La Plata is 29.7%.
Women in La Plata earn 70.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in La Plata?
Inequality or Gini Index in La Plata is 0.37.
How Large is the Labor Force in La Plata?
There are 4,988 People in the Labor Forcein in La Plata.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in La Plata?
58.1% of People are in the Labor Force in La Plata.
What is the Unemployment Rate in La Plata?
Unemployment Rate in La Plata is 3.0%.