Muskegon, MI

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Muskegon Overview

38,286
TOTAL POPULATION
19,671
MALE POPULATION
18,615
FEMALE POPULATION
105.67
MALES / 100 FEMALES
94.63
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,262
PER CAPITA INCOME
$51,665
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$40,900
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
27.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
72.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,687
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
15,984
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
10.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Muskegon Zip Codes

Muskegon Area Codes

Race in Muskegon

The most populous races in Muskegon are White / Caucasian (21,796 | 56.9%), Black / African American (11,842 | 30.9%), and Two or more Races (3,729 | 9.7%).
Race in Muskegon
Race# Population% Population
Asian2750.7%
Black / African American11,84230.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific340.1%
Hispanic or Latino3,7129.7%
Native / Alaskan2010.5%
White / Caucasian21,79656.9%
Two or more Races3,7299.7%
Some other Race4091.1%
Total38,286100.0%

Ancestry in Muskegon

The most populous ancestries reported in Muskegon are German (3,799 | 9.9%), Mexican (3,206 | 8.4%), English (2,027 | 5.3%), Irish (1,939 | 5.1%), and Polish (1,561 | 4.1%), together accounting for 32.7% of all Muskegon residents.
Ancestry in Muskegon
Ancestry# Population% Population
African5331.4%
American8872.3%
Apache120.0%
Arab680.2%
Australian160.0%
Austrian670.2%
Bangladeshi40.0%
Basque100.0%
Belgian360.1%
Bhutanese110.0%
Blackfeet570.2%
British320.1%
Bulgarian720.2%
Burmese390.1%
Canadian50.0%
Celtic80.0%
Central American2350.6%
Cherokee500.1%
Chippewa930.2%
Colombian110.0%
Costa Rican540.1%
Cuban410.1%
Czech2430.6%
Czechoslovakian580.2%
Danish1890.5%
Dutch1,2013.1%
Eastern European670.2%
English2,0275.3%
European4361.1%
Finnish740.2%
French7752.0%
French Canadian3430.9%
German3,7999.9%
Greek420.1%
Guamanian / Chamorro100.0%
Guatemalan460.1%
Honduran120.0%
Hungarian1090.3%
Indian (Asian)900.2%
Iranian90.0%
Iraqi530.1%
Irish1,9395.1%
Iroquois230.1%
Italian6031.6%
Jamaican1040.3%
Japanese100.0%
Korean910.2%
Latvian130.0%
Lithuanian190.1%
Lumbee60.0%
Macedonian60.0%
Malaysian40.0%
Maltese90.0%
Mexican3,2068.4%
Mexican American Indian90.0%
Moroccan80.0%
Native Hawaiian50.0%
Nicaraguan180.1%
Nigerian280.1%
Norwegian3020.8%
Ottawa1190.3%
Pakistani50.0%
Peruvian170.0%
Polish1,5614.1%
Portuguese60.0%
Potawatomi1110.3%
Pueblo90.0%
Puerto Rican1270.3%
Romanian30.0%
Russian550.1%
Salvadoran1050.3%
Samoan2540.7%
Scandinavian740.2%
Scotch-Irish2540.7%
Scottish4521.2%
Sioux50.0%
Slavic110.0%
Slovak500.1%
Slovene300.1%
South American280.1%
Spaniard100.0%
Sri Lankan50.0%
Subsaharan African5611.5%
Swedish5921.5%
Swiss250.1%
Syrian60.0%
Thai1110.3%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian40.0%
Turkish40.0%
Welsh500.1%
Yugoslavian290.1%
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Immigrants in Muskegon

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Muskegon came from Latin America (839 | 2.2%), Central America (769 | 2.0%), Mexico (578 | 1.5%), Asia (251 | 0.7%), and South Central Asia (133 | 0.4%), together accounting for 6.7% of all Muskegon residents.
Immigrants in Muskegon
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa240.1%
Asia2510.7%
Canada590.2%
Caribbean700.2%
Central America7692.0%
China40.0%
Costa Rica540.1%
Czechoslovakia130.0%
Eastern Africa180.1%
Eastern Asia170.0%
Eastern Europe130.0%
El Salvador500.1%
England10.0%
Ethiopia150.0%
Europe390.1%
Germany10.0%
Guatemala20.0%
India1240.3%
Iran90.0%
Iraq530.1%
Jamaica500.1%
Japan50.0%
Korea80.0%
Latin America8392.2%
Mexico5781.5%
Nicaragua180.1%
Nigeria60.0%
Northern Europe250.1%
Oceania90.0%
Panama670.2%
Philippines480.1%
South Central Asia1330.4%
South Eastern Asia480.1%
Sweden180.1%
Western Africa60.0%
Western Asia530.1%
Western Europe10.0%
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Sex and Age in Muskegon

Sex and Age in Muskegon

The most populous age groups in Muskegon are 30 to 34 Years (1,788 | 9.1%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (1,471 | 7.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Muskegon
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,240 (6.3%)1,257 (6.8%)
5 to 9 Years804 (4.1%)1,202 (6.5%)
10 to 14 Years1,444 (7.3%)1,043 (5.6%)
15 to 19 Years1,198 (6.1%)1,441 (7.7%)
20 to 24 Years1,355 (6.9%)1,471 (7.9%)
25 to 29 Years1,695 (8.6%)1,359 (7.3%)
30 to 34 Years1,788 (9.1%)1,313 (7.0%)
35 to 39 Years1,411 (7.2%)1,085 (5.8%)
40 to 44 Years1,385 (7.0%)1,068 (5.7%)
45 to 49 Years1,384 (7.0%)995 (5.3%)
50 to 54 Years933 (4.7%)903 (4.9%)
55 to 59 Years1,383 (7.0%)1,135 (6.1%)
60 to 64 Years1,379 (7.0%)1,069 (5.7%)
65 to 69 Years962 (4.9%)1,088 (5.8%)
70 to 74 Years522 (2.6%)765 (4.1%)
75 to 79 Years343 (1.7%)436 (2.3%)
80 to 84 Years262 (1.3%)341 (1.8%)
85 Years and over183 (0.9%)644 (3.5%)
Total19,671 (100.0%)18,615 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Muskegon

Median Family Size in Muskegon

The median family size in Muskegon is 3.17 persons per family, with single female/mother families (2,938 | 39.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.38 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (779 | 10.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.84 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Muskegon
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple3,720 (50.0%)3.07
Single Male/Father779 (10.5%)2.84
Single Female/Mother2,938 (39.5%)3.38
Total Families7,437 (100.0%)3.17

Median Household Size in Muskegon

The median household size in Muskegon is 2.33 persons per household, with single female/mother households (2,938 | 20.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.63 persons per household. non-family households (6,851 | 47.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.24 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Muskegon
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple3,720 (26.0%)3.10
Single Male/Father779 (5.4%)3.22
Single Female/Mother2,938 (20.6%)3.63
Non-family6,851 (47.9%)1.24
Total Households14,288 (100.0%)2.33

Household Size by Marriage Status in Muskegon

Out of a total of 14,288 households in Muskegon, 7,437 (52.0%) are family households, while 6,851 (47.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,219, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 5,503.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Muskegon
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-5,503 (38.5%)
2-Person Households3,219 (22.5%)1,250 (8.7%)
3-Person Households1,820 (12.7%)59 (0.4%)
4-Person Households1,116 (7.8%)7 (0.1%)
5-Person Households627 (4.4%)32 (0.2%)
6-Person Households443 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households212 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total7,437 (52.0%)6,851 (47.9%)

Female Fertility in Muskegon

Fertility by Age in Muskegon

Average fertility rate in Muskegon is 64.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 115.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 84.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Muskegon
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years59 (10.5%)41.0
20 to 34 years476 (84.6%)115.0
35 to 50 years28 (5.0%)9.0
Total563 (100.0%)64.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Muskegon

29.8% of women with births (563) in Muskegon are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% 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 64.7% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Muskegon
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)59 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years168 (35.3%)308 (64.7%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Total168 (29.8%)395 (70.2%)

Fertility by Education in Muskegon

Average fertility rate in Muskegon is 64.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 90.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the lowest fertility at 41.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 49.9% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Muskegon
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School93 (16.5%)51.0
High School Diploma109 (19.4%)41.0
College or Associate's Degree281 (49.9%)83.0
Bachelor's Degree68 (12.1%)90.0
Graduate Degree12 (2.1%)56.0
Total563 (100.0%)64.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Muskegon

70.2% of women with births in Muskegon are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 75.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Muskegon
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School16 (17.2%)77 (82.8%)
High School Diploma9 (8.3%)100 (91.7%)
College or Associate's Degree92 (32.7%)189 (67.3%)
Bachelor's Degree51 (75.0%)17 (25.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Total168 (29.8%)395 (70.2%)

Income in Muskegon

Income Overview in Muskegon

Per Capita Income in Muskegon is $22,262, while median incomes of families and households are $51,665 and $40,900 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income38,286$22,262
Median Family Income7,437$51,665
Mean Family Income7,437$69,196
Median Household Income14,288$40,900
Mean Household Income14,288$55,927
Income Deficit7,437$10,687
Wage / Income Gap (%)38,28627.94%
Wage / Income Gap ($)38,28672.06¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index38,2860.46

Earnings by Sex in Muskegon

Average Earnings in Muskegon are $27,897, $33,546 for men and $24,174 for women, a difference of 27.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Muskegon
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male8,028 (47.0%)$33,546
Female9,048 (53.0%)$24,174
Total17,076 (100.0%)$27,897

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Muskegon

The most common earnings brackets in Muskegon are $30,000 to $34,999 for men (813 | 10.1%) and $2,499 or less for women (876 | 9.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Muskegon
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less396 (4.9%)876 (9.7%)
$2,500 to $4,999352 (4.4%)495 (5.5%)
$5,000 to $7,499340 (4.2%)494 (5.5%)
$7,500 to $9,999194 (2.4%)367 (4.1%)
$10,000 to $12,499320 (4.0%)501 (5.5%)
$12,500 to $14,999245 (3.0%)383 (4.2%)
$15,000 to $17,499235 (2.9%)441 (4.9%)
$17,500 to $19,999239 (3.0%)174 (1.9%)
$20,000 to $22,499194 (2.4%)359 (4.0%)
$22,500 to $24,999295 (3.7%)648 (7.2%)
$25,000 to $29,999676 (8.4%)817 (9.0%)
$30,000 to $34,999813 (10.1%)696 (7.7%)
$35,000 to $39,999529 (6.6%)622 (6.9%)
$40,000 to $44,999612 (7.6%)278 (3.1%)
$45,000 to $49,999462 (5.8%)631 (7.0%)
$50,000 to $54,999436 (5.4%)235 (2.6%)
$55,000 to $64,999320 (4.0%)459 (5.1%)
$65,000 to $74,999489 (6.1%)212 (2.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999473 (5.9%)288 (3.2%)
$100,000+408 (5.1%)72 (0.8%)
Total8,028 (100.0%)9,048 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Muskegon

Average earnings in Muskegon are $36,799 for men and $29,041 for women, a difference of 21.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $79,306, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $24,366. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $56,875, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $25,433.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Muskegon
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$24,366$34,965
High School Diploma$34,219$25,433
College or Associate's Degree$36,477$28,151
Bachelor's Degree$52,401$37,708
Graduate Degree$79,306$56,875
Total$36,799$29,041

Family Income in Muskegon

Family Income Brackets in Muskegon

According to the Muskegon family income data, there are 1,510 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.3% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 156 families (2.1%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Muskegon
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0005066.8%
$10,000 to $14,9994025.4%
$15,000 to $24,9995807.8%
$25,000 to $34,99995912.9%
$35,000 to $49,9991,13015.2%
$50,000 to $74,9991,51020.3%
$75,000 to $99,9991,03413.9%
$100,000 to $149,99993712.6%
$150,000 to $199,9991562.1%
$200,000+2162.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Muskegon

7+ person families (118 | 1.6%) account for the highest median family income in Muskegon with $105,000 per family, while 2-person families (3,634 | 48.9%) have the highest median income of $22,466 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Muskegon
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families3,634 (48.9%)$44,931
3-Person Families1,725 (23.2%)$45,824
4-Person Families920 (12.4%)$57,372
5-Person Families549 (7.4%)$51,302
6-Person Families491 (6.6%)$64,350
7+ Person Families118 (1.6%)$105,000
Total7,437 (100.0%)$51,665

Family Income by Number of Earners in Muskegon

The median family income in Muskegon is $51,665, with families comprising 3+ earners (561) having the highest median family income of $97,321, while families with no earners (1,308) have the lowest median family income of $25,921, accounting for 7.5% and 17.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Muskegon
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,308 (17.6%)$25,921
1 Earner3,148 (42.3%)$40,569
2 Earners2,420 (32.5%)$72,689
3+ Earners561 (7.5%)$97,321
Total7,437 (100.0%)$51,665

Household Income in Muskegon

Household Income Brackets in Muskegon

With 2,772 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Muskegon, accounting for 19.4% of all households. In contrast, only 214 households (1.5%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Muskegon
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001,0867.6%
$10,000 to $14,9991,2008.4%
$15,000 to $24,9992,32916.3%
$25,000 to $34,9991,71512.0%
$35,000 to $49,9991,81512.7%
$50,000 to $74,9992,77219.4%
$75,000 to $99,9991,64311.5%
$100,000 to $149,9991,3149.2%
$150,000 to $199,9992141.5%
$200,000+2291.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Muskegon

The median household income in Muskegon is $40,900, with the highest median household income of $51,266 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 4,560 households (31.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $28,489, with 3,837 households (26.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Muskegon
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years1,072 (7.5%)$47,596
25 to 44 Years4,560 (31.9%)$51,266
45 to 64 Years4,819 (33.7%)$40,824
65+ Years3,837 (26.9%)$28,489
Total14,288 (100.0%)$40,900

Poverty in Muskegon

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Muskegon

With 22.5% poverty level for males and 23.2% for females among the residents of Muskegon, 15 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 110 males (43.5%) and 567 females (45.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Muskegon
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years410 (33.1%)567 (45.1%)
5 Years63 (29.2%)86 (26.5%)
6 to 11 Years313 (30.1%)358 (25.1%)
12 to 14 Years247 (26.7%)124 (27.8%)
15 Years110 (43.5%)116 (38.2%)
16 and 17 Years115 (35.8%)82 (18.5%)
18 to 24 Years204 (15.2%)437 (26.5%)
25 to 34 Years428 (17.0%)607 (23.3%)
35 to 44 Years487 (23.6%)403 (19.0%)
45 to 54 Years326 (19.8%)384 (20.9%)
55 to 64 Years552 (26.1%)416 (19.1%)
65 to 74 Years194 (15.3%)247 (13.7%)
75 Years and over54 (8.1%)275 (21.5%)
Total3,503 (22.5%)4,102 (23.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Muskegon

According to the poverty statistics in Muskegon, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 91.9% of males and 86.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Muskegon
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years829 (66.9%)690 (54.9%)
5 Years153 (70.8%)239 (73.5%)
6 to 11 Years725 (69.9%)1,066 (74.9%)
12 to 14 Years678 (73.3%)322 (72.2%)
15 Years143 (56.5%)188 (61.8%)
16 and 17 Years206 (64.2%)362 (81.5%)
18 to 24 Years1,134 (84.8%)1,211 (73.5%)
25 to 34 Years2,087 (83.0%)1,995 (76.7%)
35 to 44 Years1,574 (76.4%)1,724 (81.0%)
45 to 54 Years1,317 (80.2%)1,454 (79.1%)
55 to 64 Years1,560 (73.9%)1,760 (80.9%)
65 to 74 Years1,076 (84.7%)1,563 (86.4%)
75 Years and over610 (91.9%)1,002 (78.5%)
Total12,092 (77.5%)13,576 (76.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Muskegon

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Muskegon show that 11.3% or 420 of the total 3,720 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 35.9%, comprising of 23 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 8.2%, which includes 180 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Muskegon
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children2,018 (91.8%)180 (8.2%)
1 or 2 Children813 (84.1%)154 (15.9%)
3 or 4 Children428 (87.2%)63 (12.8%)
5 or more Children41 (64.1%)23 (35.9%)
Total3,300 (88.7%)420 (11.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Muskegon

According to the poverty data in Muskegon, 6.6% or 51 single-father households and 33.0% or 970 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 39 households (10.6%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 38 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Muskegon
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children39 (10.6%)49 (7.1%)
1 or 2 Children12 (3.3%)661 (36.4%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)222 (55.9%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)38 (100.0%)
Total51 (6.6%)970 (33.0%)

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

The poverty data for Muskegon shows that 420 of the married-couple family households (11.3%) and 1,021 of the single-parent households (27.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 23 households (35.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 38 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Muskegon
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children180 (8.2%)88 (8.3%)
1 or 2 Children154 (15.9%)673 (30.9%)
3 or 4 Children63 (12.8%)222 (49.7%)
5 or more Children23 (35.9%)38 (100.0%)
Total420 (11.3%)1,021 (27.5%)

Employment Characteristics in Muskegon

Employment by Class of Employer in Muskegon

Among the 13,691 employed individuals in Muskegon, private company employees (10,257 | 74.9%), not-for-profit organizations (1,213 | 8.9%), and local government employees (835 | 6.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Muskegon
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees10,25774.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)2121.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)5454.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations1,2138.9%
Local Government Employees8356.1%
State Government Employees3992.9%
Federal Government Employees1681.2%
Unpaid Family Workers620.4%
Total13,691100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Muskegon

According to the labor force statistics for Muskegon, out of the total population over 16 years of age (30,739), 52.0% or 15,984 individuals are in the labor force, with 10.4% or 1,662 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 77.1% or 2,179 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.7% or 320 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Muskegon
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years1,085 (52.1%)157 (14.5%)
20 to 24 Years2,179 (77.1%)320 (14.7%)
25 to 29 Years2,141 (70.1%)107 (5.0%)
30 to 34 Years1,876 (60.5%)253 (13.5%)
35 to 44 Years3,296 (66.6%)405 (12.3%)
45 to 54 Years2,491 (59.1%)296 (11.9%)
55 to 59 Years1,234 (49.0%)51 (4.1%)
60 to 64 Years972 (39.7%)45 (4.6%)
65 to 74 Years641 (19.2%)21 (3.3%)
75 Years and over62 (2.8%)5 (8.1%)
Total15,984 (52.0%)1,662 (10.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Muskegon

According to labor force statistics for Muskegon, 59.2% of individuals (12,009) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (20,285) are in the labor force, with 9.6% or 1,153 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 80.1% or 2,086 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 17.4% or 187 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Muskegon
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School1,074 (39.7%)471 (17.4%)
High School Diploma4,026 (50.4%)1,158 (14.5%)
College / Associate Degree4,829 (69.1%)300 (4.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2,086 (80.1%)229 (8.8%)
Total12,009 (59.2%)1,947 (9.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Muskegon

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Muskegon are Management (1,073 | 7.5%), Community & Social Service (914 | 6.4%), Business & Financial (513 | 3.6%), Computers, Engineering & Science (492 | 3.4%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (449 | 3.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Muskegon

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Muskegon, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (79.5%), Architecture & Engineering (72.5%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (67.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (92.3%), Legal Services & Support (90.5%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (81.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Muskegon
OccupationMaleFemale
Management419 (39.1%)654 (61.0%)
Business & Financial162 (31.6%)351 (68.4%)
Computers, Engineering & Science331 (67.3%)161 (32.7%)
Computers & Mathematics221 (79.5%)57 (20.5%)
Architecture & Engineering95 (72.5%)36 (27.5%)
Life, Physical & Social Science15 (18.1%)68 (81.9%)
Community & Social Service 322 (35.2%)592 (64.8%)
Education, Arts & Media111 (34.8%)208 (65.2%)
Legal Services & Support7 (9.5%)67 (90.5%)
Education Instruction & Library109 (28.9%)268 (71.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment95 (66.0%)49 (34.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating139 (31.0%)310 (69.0%)
Health Technologists13 (7.6%)157 (92.3%)
Total (Category)1,373 (39.9%)2,068 (60.1%)
Total (Overall)6,618 (46.2%)7,702 (53.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Muskegon are Food Preparation & Serving (1,357 | 9.5%), Healthcare Support (1,087 | 7.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (624 | 4.4%), Personal Care & Service (427 | 3.0%), and Security & Protection (171 | 1.2%).
Services Occupations in Muskegon

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Muskegon, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (89.3%), Security & Protection (84.2%), and Law Enforcement (76.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (94.7%), Personal Care & Service (91.3%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (62.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Muskegon
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support58 (5.3%)1,029 (94.7%)
Security & Protection144 (84.2%)27 (15.8%)
Firefighting & Prevention92 (89.3%)11 (10.7%)
Law Enforcement52 (76.5%)16 (23.5%)
Food Preparation & Serving600 (44.2%)757 (55.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance234 (37.5%)390 (62.5%)
Personal Care & Service37 (8.7%)390 (91.3%)
Total (Category)1,073 (29.3%)2,593 (70.7%)
Total (Overall)6,618 (46.2%)7,702 (53.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Muskegon are Office & Administration (1,327 | 9.3%), and Sales & Related (1,227 | 8.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Muskegon

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Muskegon
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related528 (43.0%)699 (57.0%)
Office & Administration388 (29.2%)939 (70.8%)
Total (Category)916 (35.9%)1,638 (64.1%)
Total (Overall)6,618 (46.2%)7,702 (53.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Muskegon are Construction & Extraction (437 | 3.0%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (326 | 2.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (44 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Muskegon

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Muskegon
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction330 (75.5%)107 (24.5%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair326 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)700 (86.7%)107 (13.3%)
Total (Overall)6,618 (46.2%)7,702 (53.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Muskegon are Production (2,347 | 16.4%), Material Moving (792 | 5.5%), and Transportation (713 | 5.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Muskegon

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Muskegon
OccupationMaleFemale
Production1,481 (63.1%)866 (36.9%)
Transportation516 (72.4%)197 (27.6%)
Material Moving559 (70.6%)233 (29.4%)
Total (Category)2,556 (66.4%)1,296 (33.6%)
Total (Overall)6,618 (46.2%)7,702 (53.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Muskegon

Employment Industries in Muskegon

The major employment industries in Muskegon include Manufacturing (3,053 | 21.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (2,588 | 18.1%), Retail Trade (1,893 | 13.2%), Accommodation & Food Services (1,404 | 9.8%), and Administrative & Support (813 | 5.7%).
Employment Industries in Muskegon

Employment Industries by Sex in Muskegon

The Muskegon industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (93.6%), and Construction (85.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (82.2%), Educational Services (80.3%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (70.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Muskegon
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting102 (93.6%)7 (6.4%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction426 (85.2%)74 (14.8%)
Manufacturing1,872 (61.3%)1,181 (38.7%)
Wholesale Trade102 (59.0%)71 (41.0%)
Retail Trade934 (49.3%)959 (50.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing394 (59.9%)264 (40.1%)
Utilities8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information76 (57.1%)57 (42.9%)
Finance & Insurance225 (59.5%)153 (40.5%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing61 (29.5%)146 (70.5%)
Professional & Scientific213 (50.3%)210 (49.6%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support471 (57.9%)342 (42.1%)
Educational Services133 (19.7%)542 (80.3%)
Health Care & Social Assistance462 (17.8%)2,126 (82.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation95 (40.3%)141 (59.8%)
Accommodation & Food Services579 (41.2%)825 (58.8%)
Public Administration146 (35.8%)262 (64.2%)
Total6,618 (46.2%)7,702 (53.8%)

Education in Muskegon

School Enrollment in Muskegon

The most common levels of schooling among the 8,012 students in Muskegon are middle school (1,855 | 23.2%), high school (1,821 | 22.7%), and college / undergraduate (1,796 | 22.4%).
School Enrollment in Muskegon
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool4415.5%
Kindergarten4545.7%
Elementary School1,58219.8%
Middle School1,85523.2%
High School1,82122.7%
College / Undergraduate1,79622.4%
Graduate / Professional630.8%
Total8,012100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Muskegon

Out of a total of 8,012 students who are enrolled in schools in Muskegon, 985 (12.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 7,027 (87.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 321 (46.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 313 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Muskegon
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds313 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,761 (97.5%)45 (2.5%)
10 to 14 Year Olds2,373 (98.3%)40 (1.7%)
15 to 17 Year Olds1,205 (89.7%)138 (10.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds531 (60.8%)342 (39.2%)
20 to 24 Year Olds368 (53.4%)321 (46.6%)
25 to 34 Year Olds200 (77.2%)59 (22.8%)
35 Years and over274 (86.7%)42 (13.3%)
Total7,027 (87.7%)985 (12.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Muskegon

Business (937 | 23.0%), education (545 | 13.4%), science & technology (379 | 9.3%), arts & humanities (339 | 8.3%), and communications (270 | 6.6%) are the most common fields of study among 4,083 individuals in Muskegon who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Muskegon
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics2405.9%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1303.2%
Physical & Health Sciences1844.5%
Psychology2205.4%
Social Sciences2425.9%
Engineering1563.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies130.3%
Science & Technology3799.3%
Business93723.0%
Education54513.4%
Literature & Languages1142.8%
Liberal Arts & History1994.9%
Visual & Performing Arts1152.8%
Communications2706.6%
Arts & Humanities3398.3%
Total4,083100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Muskegon

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Muskegon

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Muskegon are males with 2 vehicles (2,619, accounting for 42.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,774, making up 37.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Muskegon
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle292 (4.7%)293 (4.2%)
1 Vehicle1,944 (31.3%)2,995 (42.5%)
2 Vehicles2,619 (42.1%)2,774 (39.3%)
3 Vehicles1,008 (16.2%)697 (9.9%)
4 Vehicles211 (3.4%)193 (2.7%)
5 or more Vehicles144 (2.3%)99 (1.4%)
Total6,218 (100.0%)7,051 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Muskegon

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Muskegon are 15 to 19 minutes (2,926 commuters, 22.3%), 10 to 14 minutes (2,056 commuters, 15.7%), and 20 to 24 minutes (1,949 commuters, 14.8%).
Commute Time in Muskegon
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes4443.4%
5 to 9 Minutes1,94614.8%
10 to 14 Minutes2,05615.7%
15 to 19 Minutes2,92622.3%
20 to 24 Minutes1,94914.8%
25 to 29 Minutes6965.3%
30 to 34 Minutes1,0728.2%
35 to 39 Minutes3552.7%
40 to 44 Minutes4263.2%
45 to 59 Minutes8316.3%
60 to 89 Minutes2972.3%
90 or more Minutes1321.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Muskegon

The most common commute times in Muskegon are 15 to 19 minutes (1,029 commuters, 16.9%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (1,897 commuters, 26.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Muskegon
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes227 (3.7%)217 (3.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes891 (14.6%)1,055 (15.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes908 (14.9%)1,148 (16.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes1,029 (16.9%)1,897 (26.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes986 (16.2%)963 (13.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes305 (5.0%)391 (5.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes640 (10.5%)432 (6.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes225 (3.7%)130 (1.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes321 (5.3%)105 (1.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes253 (4.2%)578 (8.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes196 (3.2%)101 (1.4%)
90 or more Minutes102 (1.7%)30 (0.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Muskegon

The most frequent times of departure to work in Muskegon are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (925, 15.2%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (993, 14.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Muskegon
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM471 (7.7%)491 (7.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM391 (6.4%)514 (7.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM461 (7.6%)260 (3.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM297 (4.9%)278 (3.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM610 (10.0%)473 (6.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM504 (8.3%)457 (6.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM356 (5.9%)993 (14.1%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM288 (4.7%)891 (12.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM235 (3.9%)516 (7.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM487 (8.0%)196 (2.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM96 (1.6%)210 (3.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM53 (0.9%)153 (2.2%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM925 (15.2%)988 (14.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM909 (14.9%)627 (8.9%)
Total6,083 (100.0%)7,047 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Muskegon

Occupancy by Ownership in Muskegon

Of the total 14,288 dwellings in Muskegon, owner-occupied units account for 7,587 (53.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 6,701 (46.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Muskegon
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units7,58753.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units6,70146.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units14,288100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Muskegon

Occupancy by Household Size in Muskegon
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household5,50338.5%
2-Person Household4,46931.3%
3-Person Household1,87913.2%
4+ Person Household2,43717.1%
Total Housing Units14,288100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Muskegon

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Muskegon
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household2,402 (43.6%)3,101 (56.4%)
2-Person Household2,658 (59.5%)1,811 (40.5%)
3-Person Household1,219 (64.9%)660 (35.1%)
4+ Person Household1,308 (53.7%)1,129 (46.3%)
Total Housing Units7,587 (53.1%)6,701 (46.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Muskegon

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Muskegon
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School537 (43.7%)693 (56.3%)
High School Diploma2,524 (49.0%)2,628 (51.0%)
College/Associate Degree2,859 (52.0%)2,637 (48.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,667 (69.2%)743 (30.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Muskegon

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Muskegon
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years3,47724.3%
35 to 44 Years2,15515.1%
45 to 54 Years1,98213.9%
55 to 64 Years2,83719.9%
65 to 74 Years2,31616.2%
75 to 84 Years9436.6%
85 Years and Over5784.1%
Total14,288100.0%

Housing Finances in Muskegon

Median Income by Occupancy in Muskegon

Median Income by Occupancy in Muskegon
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied7,587 (53.1%)$54,159
Renter-Occupied6,701 (46.9%)$26,181
Average14,288 (100.0%)$40,900

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Muskegon

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Muskegon
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00083 (1.1%)393 (5.9%)
$5,000 to $9,999236 (3.1%)371 (5.5%)
$10,000 to $14,999274 (3.6%)926 (13.8%)
$15,000 to $19,999317 (4.2%)1,004 (15.0%)
$20,000 to $24,999497 (6.6%)511 (7.6%)
$25,000 to $34,999987 (13.0%)731 (10.9%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,024 (13.5%)784 (11.7%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,678 (22.1%)1,088 (16.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,114 (14.7%)523 (7.8%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,023 (13.5%)289 (4.3%)
$150,000 or more354 (4.7%)81 (1.2%)
Total7,587 (100.0%)6,701 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Muskegon

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Muskegon
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300719 (9.5%)304 (4.5%)
$300 to $4991,746 (23.0%)618 (9.2%)
$500 to $7992,045 (27.0%)1,817 (27.1%)
$800 to $9991,010 (13.3%)1,541 (23.0%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,689 (22.3%)1,733 (25.9%)
$1,500 to $1,999269 (3.5%)226 (3.4%)
$2,000 to $2,49942 (0.5%)65 (1.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99937 (0.5%)13 (0.2%)
$3,000 or more30 (0.4%)37 (0.5%)
Total7,587 (100.0%)6,701 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Muskegon

Housing Structures in Muskegon

Housing Structures in Muskegon
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached9,93369.5%
Single Unit, Attached3832.7%
2 Unit Apartments6814.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments4903.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments4323.0%
10 or more Apartments2,21415.5%
Mobile Home / Other1551.1%
Total14,288100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Muskegon

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Muskegon
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached7,141 (71.9%)2,792 (28.1%)
Single Unit, Attached163 (42.6%)220 (57.4%)
2 Unit Apartments108 (15.9%)573 (84.1%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments23 (4.7%)467 (95.3%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments5 (1.2%)427 (98.8%)
10 or more Apartments127 (5.7%)2,087 (94.3%)
Mobile Home / Other20 (12.9%)135 (87.1%)
Total7,587 (53.1%)6,701 (46.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Muskegon

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Muskegon
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room9 (0.1%)88 (1.3%)
2 or 3 Rooms189 (2.5%)2,052 (30.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms3,109 (41.0%)3,168 (47.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms2,714 (35.8%)1,214 (18.1%)
8 or more Rooms1,566 (20.6%)179 (2.7%)
Total7,587 (100.0%)6,701 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Muskegon

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Muskegon
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas7,146 (94.2%)5,491 (81.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas150 (2.0%)131 (1.9%)
Electricity248 (3.3%)914 (13.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene8 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels35 (0.5%)116 (1.7%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)49 (0.7%)
Total7,587 (100.0%)6,701 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Muskegon

Household Vehicle Usage in Muskegon
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle413 (5.4%)1,581 (23.6%)
1 Vehicle3,262 (43.0%)3,786 (56.5%)
2 Vehicles2,769 (36.5%)1,147 (17.1%)
3 or more Vehicles1,143 (15.1%)187 (2.8%)
Total7,587 (100.0%)6,701 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Muskegon

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Muskegon

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units3,6103,977
Median Property Value$79,500$120,400
Median Household Income$45,465$188
Monthly Housing Costs$418$30
Real Estate Taxes$1,445$145

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Muskegon

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Muskegon
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0001,101 (30.5%)372 (9.3%)
$50,000 to $99,9991,063 (29.4%)1,276 (32.1%)
$100,000 to $299,9991,263 (35.0%)2,081 (52.3%)
$300,000 to $499,999122 (3.4%)146 (3.7%)
$500,000 to $749,99961 (1.7%)61 (1.5%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)7 (0.2%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)34 (0.9%)
Total3,610 (100.0%)3,977 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Muskegon

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Muskegon
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000143 (4.0%)71 (1.8%)
$10,000 to $24,999777 (21.5%)176 (4.4%)
$25,000 to $34,999518 (14.3%)311 (7.8%)
$35,000 to $49,999444 (12.3%)469 (11.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999632 (17.5%)580 (14.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999480 (13.3%)1,046 (26.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999450 (12.5%)634 (15.9%)
$150,000 or more166 (4.6%)573 (14.4%)
Total3,610 (100.0%)3,977 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Muskegon

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Muskegon
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x2,124 (58.8%)59,577 (1,498.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x442 (12.2%)2,002 (50.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x259 (7.2%)906 (22.8%)
4.0x or more755 (20.9%)381 (9.6%)
Total3,610 (100.0%)3,977 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Muskegon

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Muskegon
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800541 (15.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4991,168 (32.4%)499 (12.6%)
$800 to $1,4991,515 (42.0%)1,390 (34.9%)
Total3,610 (100.0%)3,977 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Muskegon

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Muskegon

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Muskegon
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years2,923 (96.2%)115 (3.8%)
6 to 18 Years5,870 (98.1%)117 (1.9%)
19 to 25 Years3,226 (87.1%)478 (12.9%)
26 to 34 Years3,850 (83.0%)789 (17.0%)
35 to 44 Years3,882 (92.6%)312 (7.4%)
45 to 54 Years3,101 (89.1%)380 (10.9%)
55 to 64 Years4,108 (95.8%)180 (4.2%)
65 to 74 Years3,080 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older1,941 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total31,981 (93.1%)2,371 (6.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Muskegon

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Muskegon
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born2,923 (96.2%)115 (3.8%)
Foreign Born, Citizen5,870 (98.1%)117 (1.9%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen3,226 (87.1%)478 (12.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Muskegon

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Muskegon
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0007,371 (97.1%)224 (2.9%)
$25,000 to $49,9996,814 (94.1%)428 (5.9%)
$50,000 to $74,9997,095 (89.9%)795 (10.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,897 (86.8%)591 (13.2%)
$100,000 and over5,765 (95.8%)252 (4.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Muskegon

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Muskegon
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 62,143 (70.5%)1,013 (33.3%)
6 to 18 Years3,806 (63.6%)2,463 (41.1%)
19 to 25 Years1,357 (36.6%)2,200 (59.4%)
25 to 34 Years1,931 (41.6%)2,082 (44.9%)
35 to 44 Years1,981 (47.2%)2,140 (51.0%)
45 to 54 Years1,404 (40.3%)1,895 (54.4%)
55 to 64 Years2,092 (48.8%)2,245 (52.4%)
65 to 74 Years3,036 (98.6%)1,601 (52.0%)
75 Years and over1,941 (100.0%)870 (44.8%)
Total19,691 (57.3%)16,509 (48.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Muskegon

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Muskegon
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years215 (7.6%)27 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years415 (9.7%)568 (12.0%)
35 to 64 Years1,242 (21.3%)1,327 (21.6%)
65 to 74 Years451 (35.5%)472 (26.1%)
75 Years and over348 (52.4%)665 (52.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Muskegon

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Muskegon: <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 Years58 (1.4%)55 (1.2%)
35 to 64 Years107 (1.8%)123 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years171 (13.5%)73 (4.0%)
75 Years and over156 (23.5%)89 (7.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Muskegon: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years17 (0.6%)1 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years18 (0.4%)210 (4.4%)
35 to 64 Years80 (1.4%)182 (3.0%)
65 to 74 Years66 (5.2%)100 (5.5%)
75 Years and over25 (3.8%)95 (7.4%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Muskegon: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years198 (7.0%)26 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years298 (7.0%)223 (4.7%)
35 to 64 Years601 (10.3%)520 (8.5%)
65 to 74 Years113 (8.9%)87 (4.8%)
75 Years and over113 (17.0%)146 (11.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Muskegon: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years139 (3.3%)22 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years785 (13.5%)798 (13.0%)
65 to 74 Years260 (20.5%)354 (19.6%)
75 Years and over188 (28.3%)483 (37.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Muskegon: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years53 (1.9%)6 (0.2%)
18 to 34 Years103 (2.4%)22 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years167 (2.9%)203 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years104 (8.2%)101 (5.6%)
75 Years and over79 (11.9%)137 (10.7%)

Technology Access in Muskegon

Computing Device Access in Muskegon

Computing Device Access in Muskegon
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop8,18257.3%
Smartphone11,41779.9%
Tablet6,14743.0%
No Computing Device1,74712.2%
Total14,288100.0%

Internet Access in Muskegon

Internet Access in Muskegon
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet190.1%
Broadband Home7,92155.4%
Cellular Data Only3,07521.5%
Satellite Internet6164.3%
No Internet2,77319.4%
Total14,288100.0%

Muskegon Summary

Muskegon, Michigan is a city located in the western part of the state, on the shores of Lake Michigan. It is the county seat of Muskegon County and is the largest city in the county. The city has a population of 38,401 as of the 2010 census, making it the largest city on the eastern shore of Lake Michigan.

Geography

Muskegon is located at the mouth of the Muskegon River, which empties into Lake Michigan. The city is situated on a series of low hills and bluffs that overlook the lake. The city is surrounded by several lakes, including Muskegon Lake, Bear Lake, and Mona Lake. The city is also located near the Muskegon State Park, which is a popular destination for outdoor recreation.
The city has a total area of 16.2 square miles, of which 15.7 square miles is land and 0.5 square miles is water. The city is located in the Central Time Zone and observes Daylight Saving Time.

History

The area that is now Muskegon was first inhabited by the Ottawa and Pottawatomi Native American tribes. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the early 19th century, and the city was officially founded in 1837. The city was named after the Muskegon River, which was named after the Ottawa word for “marshy river or swamp.”
The city quickly grew in the late 19th century, due to its location on the lake and its proximity to the lumber industry. The city was a major hub for the lumber industry, and the city’s population grew rapidly. By the early 20th century, the city had become a major port and industrial center.

Economy

Muskegon’s economy is largely based on manufacturing and tourism. The city is home to several large manufacturing companies, including L3Harris Technologies, Gentex Corporation, and Brunswick Corporation. The city is also home to several large tourist attractions, including the Muskegon State Park, the Muskegon Museum of Art, and the Muskegon Lighthouse.
The city also has a thriving arts and culture scene, with several galleries, museums, and performing arts venues. The city is also home to several festivals and events, including the Muskegon Summer Celebration, the Muskegon Bike Time, and the Muskegon Air Show.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Muskegon was 38,401. The racial makeup of the city was 79.2% White, 14.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 2.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $35,945, and the median income for a family was $45,945. The per capita income for the city was $20,845. About 17.2% of the population was below the poverty line.

Conclusion

Muskegon, Michigan is a city located in the western part of the state, on the shores of Lake Michigan. It is the county seat of Muskegon County and is the largest city in the county. The city has a population of 38,401 as of the 2010 census, making it the largest city on the eastern shore of Lake Michigan. The city’s economy is largely based on manufacturing and tourism, and the city is home to several large tourist attractions. The city also has a thriving arts and culture scene, with several galleries, museums, and performing arts venues. The city’s population is largely white, with a small percentage of African Americans, Native Americans, Asians, and other races. The median income for a household in the city was $35,945, and the median income for a family was $45,945.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Muskegon?
Total Population of Muskegon is 38,286.
What is the Total Male Population of Muskegon?
Total Male Population of Muskegon is 19,671.
What is the Total Female Population of Muskegon?
Total Female Population of Muskegon is 18,615.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Muskegon?
There are 105.67 Males per 100 Females in Muskegon.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Muskegon?
There are 94.63 Females per 100 Males in Muskegon.
What is the Median Population Age in Muskegon?
Median Population Age in Muskegon is 36.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Muskegon
Average Family Size in Muskegon is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Muskegon
Average Household Size in Muskegon is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Muskegon?
Per Capita income in Muskegon is $22,262.
What is the Median Family Income in Muskegon?
Median Family Income in Muskegon is $51,665.
What is the Median Household income in Muskegon?
Median Household Income in Muskegon is $40,900.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Muskegon?
Income or Wage Gap in Muskegon is 27.9%.
Women in Muskegon earn 72.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Muskegon?
Family Income Deficit in Muskegon is $10,687.
Families that are below poverty line in Muskegon earn $10,687 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Muskegon?
Inequality or Gini Index in Muskegon is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Muskegon?
There are 15,984 People in the Labor Forcein in Muskegon.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Muskegon?
52.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Muskegon.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Muskegon?
Unemployment Rate in Muskegon is 10.4%.