Romulus, MI
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Romulus Overview
25,055
TOTAL POPULATION
11,917
MALE POPULATION
13,138
FEMALE POPULATION
90.71
MALES / 100 FEMALES
110.25
FEMALES / 100 MALES
34.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,691
PER CAPITA INCOME
$80,288
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$63,854
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
27.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
72.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
12,020
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
9.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Romulus Zip Codes
Romulus Area Codes
Race in Romulus
The most populous races in Romulus are White / Caucasian (11,755 | 46.9%), Black / African American (11,385 | 45.4%), and Two or more Races (1,320 | 5.3%).
Race | # Population | % Population |
Asian | 203 | 0.8% |
Black / African American | 11,385 | 45.4% |
Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
Hispanic or Latino | 769 | 3.1% |
Native / Alaskan | 22 | 0.1% |
White / Caucasian | 11,755 | 46.9% |
Two or more Races | 1,320 | 5.3% |
Some other Race | 370 | 1.5% |
Total | 25,055 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Romulus
The most populous ancestries reported in Romulus are German (2,186 | 8.7%), Irish (1,843 | 7.4%), American (1,709 | 6.8%), Polish (1,553 | 6.2%), and English (1,429 | 5.7%), together accounting for 34.8% of all Romulus residents.
Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
African | 564 | 2.2% |
American | 1,709 | 6.8% |
Arab | 142 | 0.6% |
Armenian | 6 | 0.0% |
Bahamian | 41 | 0.2% |
Belgian | 32 | 0.1% |
Bhutanese | 29 | 0.1% |
Blackfeet | 79 | 0.3% |
British | 23 | 0.1% |
Canadian | 27 | 0.1% |
Central American | 36 | 0.1% |
Cherokee | 14 | 0.1% |
Chippewa | 19 | 0.1% |
Cuban | 52 | 0.2% |
Czech | 4 | 0.0% |
Czechoslovakian | 16 | 0.1% |
Danish | 8 | 0.0% |
Dutch | 62 | 0.3% |
Eastern European | 20 | 0.1% |
Egyptian | 21 | 0.1% |
English | 1,429 | 5.7% |
European | 593 | 2.4% |
Finnish | 44 | 0.2% |
French | 620 | 2.5% |
French Canadian | 388 | 1.5% |
German | 2,186 | 8.7% |
Haitian | 39 | 0.2% |
Hungarian | 250 | 1.0% |
Inupiat | 28 | 0.1% |
Irish | 1,843 | 7.4% |
Italian | 916 | 3.7% |
Jamaican | 52 | 0.2% |
Japanese | 7 | 0.0% |
Korean | 14 | 0.1% |
Lebanese | 14 | 0.1% |
Maltese | 60 | 0.2% |
Mexican | 632 | 2.5% |
Navajo | 169 | 0.7% |
Nigerian | 58 | 0.2% |
Norwegian | 65 | 0.3% |
Pakistani | 11 | 0.0% |
Palestinian | 87 | 0.4% |
Polish | 1,553 | 6.2% |
Puerto Rican | 48 | 0.2% |
Romanian | 233 | 0.9% |
Russian | 84 | 0.3% |
Salvadoran | 36 | 0.1% |
Scandinavian | 9 | 0.0% |
Scotch-Irish | 113 | 0.4% |
Scottish | 370 | 1.5% |
Sri Lankan | 203 | 0.8% |
Subsaharan African | 802 | 3.2% |
Swedish | 29 | 0.1% |
Thai | 22 | 0.1% |
Turkish | 29 | 0.1% |
Ukrainian | 16 | 0.1% |
Welsh | 79 | 0.3% |
West Indian | 19 | 0.1% |
Yugoslavian | 9 | 0.0% | View All 59 Rows |
Immigrants in Romulus
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Romulus came from Asia (336 | 1.3%), Latin America (233 | 0.9%), South Eastern Asia (156 | 0.6%), Vietnam (143 | 0.6%), and Central America (142 | 0.6%), together accounting for 4.0% of all Romulus residents.
Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
Africa | 115 | 0.5% |
Asia | 336 | 1.3% |
Canada | 18 | 0.1% |
Caribbean | 91 | 0.4% |
Central America | 142 | 0.6% |
Eastern Africa | 15 | 0.1% |
Eastern Asia | 8 | 0.0% |
Eastern Europe | 29 | 0.1% |
England | 53 | 0.2% |
Europe | 101 | 0.4% |
Germany | 13 | 0.1% |
Haiti | 39 | 0.2% |
India | 19 | 0.1% |
Iraq | 23 | 0.1% |
Jamaica | 52 | 0.2% |
Japan | 6 | 0.0% |
Kenya | 10 | 0.0% |
Korea | 2 | 0.0% |
Kuwait | 10 | 0.0% |
Latin America | 233 | 0.9% |
Lithuania | 5 | 0.0% |
Mexico | 142 | 0.6% |
Middle Africa | 63 | 0.3% |
Nigeria | 37 | 0.2% |
Northern Europe | 53 | 0.2% |
Philippines | 2 | 0.0% |
Romania | 24 | 0.1% |
South Central Asia | 129 | 0.5% |
South Eastern Asia | 156 | 0.6% |
Southern Europe | 6 | 0.0% |
Syria | 10 | 0.0% |
Thailand | 11 | 0.0% |
Uzbekistan | 110 | 0.4% |
Vietnam | 143 | 0.6% |
Western Africa | 37 | 0.2% |
Western Asia | 43 | 0.2% |
Western Europe | 13 | 0.1% | View All 37 Rows |
Sex and Age in Romulus
Sex and Age in Romulus
The most populous age groups in Romulus are 5 to 9 Years (1,299 | 10.9%) for men and Under 5 Years (1,353 | 10.3%) for women.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 482 (4.0%) | 1,353 (10.3%) |
5 to 9 Years | 1,299 (10.9%) | 635 (4.8%) |
10 to 14 Years | 970 (8.1%) | 1,079 (8.2%) |
15 to 19 Years | 1,088 (9.1%) | 1,000 (7.6%) |
20 to 24 Years | 940 (7.9%) | 504 (3.8%) |
25 to 29 Years | 584 (4.9%) | 889 (6.8%) |
30 to 34 Years | 1,016 (8.5%) | 909 (6.9%) |
35 to 39 Years | 492 (4.1%) | 845 (6.4%) |
40 to 44 Years | 789 (6.6%) | 903 (6.9%) |
45 to 49 Years | 597 (5.0%) | 667 (5.1%) |
50 to 54 Years | 809 (6.8%) | 957 (7.3%) |
55 to 59 Years | 756 (6.3%) | 905 (6.9%) |
60 to 64 Years | 556 (4.7%) | 806 (6.1%) |
65 to 69 Years | 515 (4.3%) | 537 (4.1%) |
70 to 74 Years | 446 (3.7%) | 583 (4.4%) |
75 to 79 Years | 284 (2.4%) | 278 (2.1%) |
80 to 84 Years | 98 (0.8%) | 182 (1.4%) |
85 Years and over | 196 (1.6%) | 106 (0.8%) |
Total | 11,917 (100.0%) | 13,138 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Romulus
Median Family Size in Romulus
The median family size in Romulus is 3.46 persons per family, with single female/mother families (1,788 | 29.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.74 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (512 | 8.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.89 persons per family.
Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
Married-Couple | 3,720 (61.8%) | 3.41 |
Single Male/Father | 512 (8.5%) | 2.89 |
Single Female/Mother | 1,788 (29.7%) | 3.74 |
Total Families | 6,020 (100.0%) | 3.46 |
Median Household Size in Romulus
The median household size in Romulus is 2.79 persons per household, with single female/mother households (1,788 | 20.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.87 persons per household. non-family households (2,905 | 32.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
Married-Couple | 3,720 (41.7%) | 3.46 |
Single Male/Father | 512 (5.7%) | 3.12 |
Single Female/Mother | 1,788 (20.0%) | 3.87 |
Non-family | 2,905 (32.6%) | 1.21 |
Total Households | 8,925 (100.0%) | 2.79 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Romulus
Out of a total of 8,925 households in Romulus, 6,020 (67.4%) are family households, while 2,905 (32.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,352, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,540.
Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
1-Person Households | - | 2,540 (28.5%) |
2-Person Households | 2,352 (26.4%) | 208 (2.3%) |
3-Person Households | 1,566 (17.5%) | 137 (1.5%) |
4-Person Households | 1,224 (13.7%) | 11 (0.1%) |
5-Person Households | 533 (6.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6-Person Households | 142 (1.6%) | 9 (0.1%) |
7+ Person Households | 203 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 6,020 (67.4%) | 2,905 (32.6%) |
Female Fertility in Romulus
Fertility by Age in Romulus
Average fertility rate in Romulus is 60.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 152.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 97.8% 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 | 350 (97.8%) | 152.0 |
35 to 50 years | 8 (2.2%) | 3.0 |
Total | 358 (100.0%) | 60.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Romulus
27.7% of women with births (358) in Romulus are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 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 71.7% of them unmarried.
Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 34 years | 99 (28.3%) | 251 (71.7%) |
35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
Total | 99 (27.7%) | 259 (72.4%) |
Fertility by Education in Romulus
Average fertility rate in Romulus is 60.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the highest fertility rate of 86.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the lowest fertility at 28.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 58.4% of all women with births.
Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
Less than High School | 33 (9.2%) | 30.0 |
High School Diploma | 66 (18.4%) | 40.0 |
College or Associate's Degree | 209 (58.4%) | 86.0 |
Bachelor's Degree | 42 (11.7%) | 78.0 |
Graduate Degree | 8 (2.2%) | 28.0 |
Total | 358 (100.0%) | 60.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Romulus
72.4% of women with births in Romulus are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
Less than High School | 25 (75.8%) | 8 (24.2%) |
High School Diploma | 15 (22.7%) | 51 (77.3%) |
College or Associate's Degree | 17 (8.1%) | 192 (91.9%) |
Bachelor's Degree | 42 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
Total | 99 (27.7%) | 259 (72.4%) |
Income in Romulus
Income Overview in Romulus
Per Capita Income in Romulus is $27,691, while median incomes of families and households are $80,288 and $63,854 respectively.
Characteristic | Number | Measure |
Per Capita Income | 25,055 | $27,691 |
Median Family Income | 6,020 | $80,288 |
Mean Family Income | 6,020 | $85,106 |
Median Household Income | 8,925 | $63,854 |
Mean Household Income | 8,925 | $74,306 |
Income Deficit | 6,020 | $0 |
Wage / Income Gap (%) | 25,055 | 27.10% |
Wage / Income Gap ($) | 25,055 | 72.90¢ per $1 |
Gini / Inequality Index | 25,055 | 0.40 |
Earnings by Sex in Romulus
Average Earnings in Romulus are $38,523, $44,130 for men and $32,170 for women, a difference of 27.1%.
Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
Male | 6,044 (48.5%) | $44,130 |
Female | 6,413 (51.5%) | $32,170 |
Total | 12,457 (100.0%) | $38,523 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Romulus
The most common earnings brackets in Romulus are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (819 | 13.6%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (623 | 9.7%).
Income | Male | Female |
$2,499 or less | 170 (2.8%) | 336 (5.2%) |
$2,500 to $4,999 | 105 (1.7%) | 317 (4.9%) |
$5,000 to $7,499 | 137 (2.3%) | 443 (6.9%) |
$7,500 to $9,999 | 166 (2.8%) | 132 (2.1%) |
$10,000 to $12,499 | 169 (2.8%) | 198 (3.1%) |
$12,500 to $14,999 | 87 (1.4%) | 178 (2.8%) |
$15,000 to $17,499 | 215 (3.6%) | 234 (3.6%) |
$17,500 to $19,999 | 94 (1.6%) | 128 (2.0%) |
$20,000 to $22,499 | 243 (4.0%) | 268 (4.2%) |
$22,500 to $24,999 | 190 (3.1%) | 208 (3.2%) |
$25,000 to $29,999 | 343 (5.7%) | 623 (9.7%) |
$30,000 to $34,999 | 335 (5.5%) | 417 (6.5%) |
$35,000 to $39,999 | 269 (4.4%) | 318 (5.0%) |
$40,000 to $44,999 | 555 (9.2%) | 402 (6.3%) |
$45,000 to $49,999 | 293 (4.9%) | 344 (5.4%) |
$50,000 to $54,999 | 331 (5.5%) | 365 (5.7%) |
$55,000 to $64,999 | 819 (13.6%) | 342 (5.3%) |
$65,000 to $74,999 | 452 (7.5%) | 364 (5.7%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 710 (11.7%) | 537 (8.4%) |
$100,000+ | 361 (6.0%) | 259 (4.0%) |
Total | 6,044 (100.0%) | 6,413 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Romulus
Average earnings in Romulus are $53,197 for men and $35,649 for women, a difference of 33.0%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $70,845, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $40,133. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $53,147, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $27,883.
Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
Less than High School | $53,021 | $27,883 |
High School Diploma | $40,133 | $29,492 |
College or Associate's Degree | $56,934 | $43,897 |
Bachelor's Degree | $70,845 | $53,147 |
Graduate Degree | $43,482 | $43,551 |
Total | $53,197 | $35,649 |
Family Income in Romulus
Family Income Brackets in Romulus
According to the Romulus family income data, there are 1,397 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.2% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 120 families (2.0%) belonging to this category.
Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
Less than $10,000 | 150 | 2.5% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 157 | 2.6% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 301 | 5.0% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 319 | 5.3% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 722 | 12.0% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 1,126 | 18.7% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 1,222 | 20.3% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 1,397 | 23.2% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 512 | 8.5% |
$200,000+ | 120 | 2.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Romulus
6-person families (128 | 2.1%) account for the highest median family income in Romulus with $123,250 per family, while 2-person families (2,494 | 41.4%) have the highest median income of $30,000 per family member.
Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
2-Person Families | 2,494 (41.4%) | $60,000 |
3-Person Families | 1,548 (25.7%) | $77,576 |
4-Person Families | 1,183 (19.7%) | $95,295 |
5-Person Families | 499 (8.3%) | $102,218 |
6-Person Families | 128 (2.1%) | $123,250 |
7+ Person Families | 168 (2.8%) | $116,044 |
Total | 6,020 (100.0%) | $80,288 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Romulus
The median family income in Romulus is $80,288, with families comprising 3+ earners (833) having the highest median family income of $124,563, while families with no earners (918) have the lowest median family income of $39,600, accounting for 13.8% and 15.2% of families, respectively.
Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
No Earners | 918 (15.2%) | $39,600 |
1 Earner | 1,793 (29.8%) | $59,928 |
2 Earners | 2,476 (41.1%) | $89,637 |
3+ Earners | 833 (13.8%) | $124,563 |
Total | 6,020 (100.0%) | $80,288 |
Household Income in Romulus
Household Income Brackets in Romulus
With 1,714 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Romulus, accounting for 19.2% of all households. In contrast, only 152 households (1.7%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Less than $10,000 | 562 | 6.3% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 419 | 4.7% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 732 | 8.2% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 607 | 6.8% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 1,116 | 12.5% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 1,714 | 19.2% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 1,428 | 16.0% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 1,598 | 17.9% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 580 | 6.5% |
$200,000+ | 152 | 1.7% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Romulus
The median household income in Romulus is $63,854, with the highest median household income of $71,765 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,598 households (40.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $39,890, with 2,154 households (24.1%) in this group.
Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
15 to 24 Years | 185 (2.1%) | $48,036 |
25 to 44 Years | 2,988 (33.5%) | $71,310 |
45 to 64 Years | 3,598 (40.3%) | $71,765 |
65+ Years | 2,154 (24.1%) | $39,890 |
Total | 8,925 (100.0%) | $63,854 |
Poverty in Romulus
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Romulus
With 10.4% poverty level for males and 13.0% for females among the residents of Romulus, 5 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 89 males (28.2%) and 144 females (26.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 53 (11.3%) | 343 (25.4%) |
5 Years | 89 (28.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 254 (18.2%) | 71 (8.6%) |
12 to 14 Years | 63 (11.8%) | 9 (1.3%) |
15 Years | 20 (7.2%) | 24 (6.9%) |
16 and 17 Years | 34 (7.2%) | 24 (16.6%) |
18 to 24 Years | 143 (11.2%) | 110 (10.9%) |
25 to 34 Years | 60 (3.7%) | 262 (14.6%) |
35 to 44 Years | 162 (12.7%) | 312 (17.8%) |
45 to 54 Years | 82 (5.8%) | 80 (4.9%) |
55 to 64 Years | 133 (10.1%) | 220 (12.9%) |
65 to 74 Years | 53 (5.5%) | 92 (8.2%) |
75 Years and over | 91 (16.2%) | 144 (26.0%) |
Total | 1,237 (10.4%) | 1,691 (13.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Romulus
According to the poverty statistics in Romulus, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 96.3% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 417 (88.7%) | 1,010 (74.7%) |
5 Years | 226 (71.8%) | 73 (100.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 1,139 (81.8%) | 759 (91.4%) |
12 to 14 Years | 470 (88.2%) | 666 (98.7%) |
15 Years | 259 (92.8%) | 326 (93.1%) |
16 and 17 Years | 440 (92.8%) | 121 (83.5%) |
18 to 24 Years | 1,132 (88.8%) | 896 (89.1%) |
25 to 34 Years | 1,540 (96.3%) | 1,536 (85.4%) |
35 to 44 Years | 1,119 (87.4%) | 1,436 (82.2%) |
45 to 54 Years | 1,324 (94.2%) | 1,544 (95.1%) |
55 to 64 Years | 1,179 (89.9%) | 1,491 (87.1%) |
65 to 74 Years | 908 (94.5%) | 1,028 (91.8%) |
75 Years and over | 472 (83.8%) | 409 (74.0%) |
Total | 10,625 (89.6%) | 11,295 (87.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Romulus
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Romulus show that 2.7% or 100 of the total 3,720 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 13.7%, comprising of 42 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
No Children | 2,106 (98.6%) | 29 (1.4%) |
1 or 2 Children | 1,223 (97.7%) | 29 (2.3%) |
3 or 4 Children | 264 (86.3%) | 42 (13.7%) |
5 or more Children | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 3,620 (97.3%) | 100 (2.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Romulus
According to the poverty data in Romulus, 4.1% or 21 single-father households and 21.8% or 390 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 21 households (7.1%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 247 households (25.4%) falling below the poverty line.
Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 80 (16.4%) |
1 or 2 Children | 21 (7.1%) | 247 (25.4%) |
3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 63 (19.3%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 21 (4.1%) | 390 (21.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Romulus
The poverty data for Romulus shows that 100 of the married-couple family households (2.7%) and 411 of the single-parent households (17.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 42 households (13.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 268 household (21.1%) living below poverty.
Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
No Children | 29 (1.4%) | 80 (11.5%) |
1 or 2 Children | 29 (2.3%) | 268 (21.1%) |
3 or 4 Children | 42 (13.7%) | 63 (19.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 100 (2.7%) | 411 (17.9%) |
Employment Characteristics in Romulus
Employment by Class of Employer in Romulus
Among the 10,361 employed individuals in Romulus, private company employees (8,333 | 80.4%), local government employees (632 | 6.1%), and not-for-profit organizations (417 | 4.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
Private Company Employees | 8,333 | 80.4% |
Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 217 | 2.1% |
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 220 | 2.1% |
Not-for-profit Organizations | 417 | 4.0% |
Local Government Employees | 632 | 6.1% |
State Government Employees | 327 | 3.2% |
Federal Government Employees | 189 | 1.8% |
Unpaid Family Workers | 26 | 0.3% |
Total | 10,361 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Romulus
According to the labor force statistics for Romulus, out of the total population over 16 years of age (18,607), 64.6% or 12,020 individuals are in the labor force, with 9.8% or 1,178 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 88.3% or 1,700 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 24.8% or 302 of them being unemployed.
Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
16 to 19 Years | 646 (44.3%) | 99 (15.3%) |
20 to 24 Years | 1,217 (84.3%) | 302 (24.8%) |
25 to 29 Years | 1,044 (70.9%) | 117 (11.2%) |
30 to 34 Years | 1,700 (88.3%) | 264 (15.5%) |
35 to 44 Years | 2,378 (78.5%) | 124 (5.2%) |
45 to 54 Years | 2,597 (85.7%) | 109 (4.2%) |
55 to 59 Years | 1,311 (78.9%) | 71 (5.4%) |
60 to 64 Years | 642 (47.1%) | 84 (13.1%) |
65 to 74 Years | 366 (17.6%) | 11 (3.0%) |
75 Years and over | 116 (10.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 12,020 (64.6%) | 1,178 (9.8%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Romulus
According to labor force statistics for Romulus, 77.5% of individuals (9,672) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (12,480) are in the labor force, with 7.9% or 764 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 93.6% or 1,950 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 26.3% or 221 of them being unemployed.
Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
Less than High School | 840 (57.2%) | 386 (26.3%) |
High School Diploma | 3,273 (75.6%) | 346 (8.0%) |
College / Associate Degree | 3,611 (78.5%) | 225 (4.9%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,950 (93.6%) | 112 (5.4%) |
Total | 9,672 (77.5%) | 986 (7.9%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Romulus
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Romulus are Management (972 | 9.0%), Community & Social Service (735 | 6.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (523 | 4.8%), Education, Arts & Media (339 | 3.1%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (329 | 3.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Romulus, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (84.9%), Computers, Engineering & Science (74.2%), and Computers & Mathematics (67.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (97.8%), and Legal Services & Support (89.8%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Management | 455 (46.8%) | 517 (53.2%) |
Business & Financial | 108 (47.8%) | 118 (52.2%) |
Computers, Engineering & Science | 244 (74.2%) | 85 (25.8%) |
Computers & Mathematics | 98 (67.1%) | 48 (32.9%) |
Architecture & Engineering | 146 (84.9%) | 26 (15.1%) |
Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
Community & Social Service | 245 (33.3%) | 490 (66.7%) |
Education, Arts & Media | 203 (59.9%) | 136 (40.1%) |
Legal Services & Support | 5 (10.2%) | 44 (89.8%) |
Education Instruction & Library | 6 (2.2%) | 261 (97.8%) |
Arts, Media & Entertainment | 31 (38.8%) | 49 (61.3%) |
Health Diagnosing & Treating | 68 (13.0%) | 455 (87.0%) |
Health Technologists | 68 (22.2%) | 239 (77.8%) |
Total (Category) | 1,120 (40.2%) | 1,665 (59.8%) |
Total (Overall) | 5,286 (48.8%) | 5,554 (51.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Romulus are Healthcare Support (678 | 6.2%), Personal Care & Service (367 | 3.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (355 | 3.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (347 | 3.2%), and Security & Protection (320 | 2.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Romulus, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (62.5%), and Security & Protection (54.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (87.9%), Personal Care & Service (80.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (77.7%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Healthcare Support | 82 (12.1%) | 596 (87.9%) |
Security & Protection | 175 (54.7%) | 145 (45.3%) |
Firefighting & Prevention | 111 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Law Enforcement | 64 (30.6%) | 145 (69.4%) |
Food Preparation & Serving | 79 (22.3%) | 276 (77.7%) |
Cleaning & Maintenance | 217 (62.5%) | 130 (37.5%) |
Personal Care & Service | 70 (19.1%) | 297 (80.9%) |
Total (Category) | 623 (30.1%) | 1,444 (69.9%) |
Total (Overall) | 5,286 (48.8%) | 5,554 (51.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Romulus are Office & Administration (958 | 8.8%), and Sales & Related (902 | 8.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Sales & Related | 376 (41.7%) | 526 (58.3%) |
Office & Administration | 298 (31.1%) | 660 (68.9%) |
Total (Category) | 674 (36.2%) | 1,186 (63.8%) |
Total (Overall) | 5,286 (48.8%) | 5,554 (51.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Romulus are Construction & Extraction (623 | 5.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (423 | 3.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction & Extraction | 510 (81.9%) | 113 (18.1%) |
Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 395 (93.4%) | 28 (6.6%) |
Total (Category) | 905 (86.5%) | 141 (13.5%) |
Total (Overall) | 5,286 (48.8%) | 5,554 (51.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Romulus are Production (1,669 | 15.4%), Transportation (796 | 7.3%), and Material Moving (617 | 5.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Production | 930 (55.7%) | 739 (44.3%) |
Transportation | 596 (74.9%) | 200 (25.1%) |
Material Moving | 438 (71.0%) | 179 (29.0%) |
Total (Category) | 1,964 (63.7%) | 1,118 (36.3%) |
Total (Overall) | 5,286 (48.8%) | 5,554 (51.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Romulus
Employment Industries in Romulus
The major employment industries in Romulus include Manufacturing (2,385 | 22.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,663 | 15.3%), Retail Trade (1,041 | 9.6%), Transportation & Warehousing (984 | 9.1%), and Accommodation & Food Services (594 | 5.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Romulus
The Romulus industries that see more men than women are Construction (97.2%), Wholesale Trade (92.6%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (90.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (87.5%), and Educational Services (85.4%).
Industry | Male | Female |
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
Construction | 550 (97.2%) | 16 (2.8%) |
Manufacturing | 1,464 (61.4%) | 921 (38.6%) |
Wholesale Trade | 264 (92.6%) | 21 (7.4%) |
Retail Trade | 337 (32.4%) | 704 (67.6%) |
Transportation & Warehousing | 670 (68.1%) | 314 (31.9%) |
Utilities | 53 (39.9%) | 80 (60.2%) |
Information | 105 (84.0%) | 20 (16.0%) |
Finance & Insurance | 38 (12.5%) | 267 (87.5%) |
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 100 (90.9%) | 10 (9.1%) |
Professional & Scientific | 157 (52.2%) | 144 (47.8%) |
Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Administrative & Support | 281 (70.4%) | 118 (29.6%) |
Educational Services | 75 (14.6%) | 438 (85.4%) |
Health Care & Social Assistance | 271 (16.3%) | 1,392 (83.7%) |
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 129 (60.3%) | 85 (39.7%) |
Accommodation & Food Services | 103 (17.3%) | 491 (82.7%) |
Public Administration | 320 (54.0%) | 273 (46.0%) |
Total | 5,286 (48.8%) | 5,554 (51.2%) |
Education in Romulus
School Enrollment in Romulus
The most common levels of schooling among the 6,800 students in Romulus are middle school (1,702 | 25.0%), high school (1,702 | 25.0%), and elementary school (1,656 | 24.3%).
School Level | # Students | % Students |
Nursery / Preschool | 226 | 3.3% |
Kindergarten | 343 | 5.0% |
Elementary School | 1,656 | 24.3% |
Middle School | 1,702 | 25.0% |
High School | 1,702 | 25.0% |
College / Undergraduate | 1,103 | 16.2% |
Graduate / Professional | 68 | 1.0% |
Total | 6,800 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Romulus
Out of a total of 6,800 students who are enrolled in schools in Romulus, 877 (12.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 5,923 (87.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 5 to 9 year old has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 415 (23.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1,224 (98.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
3 to 4 Year Olds | 257 (97.0%) | 8 (3.0%) |
5 to 9 Year Old | 1,345 (76.4%) | 415 (23.6%) |
10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,757 (85.8%) | 292 (14.2%) |
15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,224 (98.7%) | 16 (1.3%) |
18 to 19 Year Olds | 538 (96.8%) | 18 (3.2%) |
20 to 24 Year Olds | 301 (86.3%) | 48 (13.8%) |
25 to 34 Year Olds | 307 (81.9%) | 68 (18.1%) |
35 Years and over | 196 (95.2%) | 10 (4.9%) |
Total | 5,923 (87.1%) | 877 (12.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Romulus
Business (480 | 17.9%), arts & humanities (455 | 17.0%), science & technology (323 | 12.0%), computers & mathematics (259 | 9.7%), and education (214 | 8.0%) are the most common fields of study among 2,684 individuals in Romulus who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
Computers & Mathematics | 259 | 9.7% |
Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 25 | 0.9% |
Physical & Health Sciences | 81 | 3.0% |
Psychology | 113 | 4.2% |
Social Sciences | 147 | 5.5% |
Engineering | 182 | 6.8% |
Multidisciplinary Studies | 18 | 0.7% |
Science & Technology | 323 | 12.0% |
Business | 480 | 17.9% |
Education | 214 | 8.0% |
Literature & Languages | 23 | 0.9% |
Liberal Arts & History | 58 | 2.2% |
Visual & Performing Arts | 132 | 4.9% |
Communications | 174 | 6.5% |
Arts & Humanities | 455 | 17.0% |
Total | 2,684 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Romulus
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Romulus
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Romulus are males with 2 vehicles (2,454, accounting for 47.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,330, making up 47.0%).
Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
No Vehicle | 76 (1.5%) | 119 (2.3%) |
1 Vehicle | 1,065 (20.7%) | 1,377 (26.4%) |
2 Vehicles | 2,454 (47.8%) | 2,330 (44.6%) |
3 Vehicles | 1,023 (19.9%) | 678 (13.0%) |
4 Vehicles | 413 (8.1%) | 483 (9.2%) |
5 or more Vehicles | 102 (2.0%) | 232 (4.4%) |
Total | 5,133 (100.0%) | 5,219 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Romulus
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Romulus are 15 to 19 minutes (1,589 commuters, 16.4%), 30 to 34 minutes (1,523 commuters, 15.7%), and 20 to 24 minutes (1,514 commuters, 15.6%).
Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
Less than 5 Minutes | 429 | 4.4% |
5 to 9 Minutes | 701 | 7.2% |
10 to 14 Minutes | 907 | 9.3% |
15 to 19 Minutes | 1,589 | 16.4% |
20 to 24 Minutes | 1,514 | 15.6% |
25 to 29 Minutes | 986 | 10.2% |
30 to 34 Minutes | 1,523 | 15.7% |
35 to 39 Minutes | 726 | 7.5% |
40 to 44 Minutes | 421 | 4.3% |
45 to 59 Minutes | 345 | 3.6% |
60 to 89 Minutes | 444 | 4.6% |
90 or more Minutes | 115 | 1.2% |
Commute Time by Sex in Romulus
The most common commute times in Romulus are 20 to 24 minutes (757 commuters, 16.0%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (1,071 commuters, 21.6%) for females.
Commute Time | Male | Female |
Less than 5 Minutes | 253 (5.3%) | 176 (3.5%) |
5 to 9 Minutes | 444 (9.4%) | 257 (5.2%) |
10 to 14 Minutes | 431 (9.1%) | 476 (9.6%) |
15 to 19 Minutes | 518 (10.9%) | 1,071 (21.6%) |
20 to 24 Minutes | 757 (16.0%) | 757 (15.3%) |
25 to 29 Minutes | 453 (9.6%) | 533 (10.8%) |
30 to 34 Minutes | 713 (15.0%) | 810 (16.4%) |
35 to 39 Minutes | 429 (9.0%) | 297 (6.0%) |
40 to 44 Minutes | 248 (5.2%) | 173 (3.5%) |
45 to 59 Minutes | 188 (4.0%) | 157 (3.2%) |
60 to 89 Minutes | 265 (5.6%) | 179 (3.6%) |
90 or more Minutes | 46 (1.0%) | 69 (1.4%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Romulus
The most frequent times of departure to work in Romulus are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (735, 15.5%) for males and 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (720, 14.5%) for females.
Time of Departure | Male | Female |
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 401 (8.5%) | 251 (5.1%) |
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 366 (7.7%) | 198 (4.0%) |
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 399 (8.4%) | 211 (4.3%) |
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 735 (15.5%) | 301 (6.1%) |
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 293 (6.2%) | 486 (9.8%) |
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 590 (12.4%) | 629 (12.7%) |
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 360 (7.6%) | 337 (6.8%) |
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 459 (9.7%) | 712 (14.4%) |
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 64 (1.3%) | 110 (2.2%) |
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 111 (2.3%) | 263 (5.3%) |
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 10 (0.2%) | 135 (2.7%) |
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 9 (0.2%) | 78 (1.6%) |
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 522 (11.0%) | 720 (14.5%) |
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 426 (9.0%) | 524 (10.6%) |
Total | 4,745 (100.0%) | 4,955 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Romulus
Occupancy by Ownership in Romulus
Of the total 8,925 dwellings in Romulus, owner-occupied units account for 5,981 (67.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,944 (33.0%).
Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Owner Occupied Housing Units | 5,981 | 67.0% |
Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,944 | 33.0% |
Total Occupied Housing Units | 8,925 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Romulus
Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
1-Person Household | 2,540 | 28.5% |
2-Person Household | 2,560 | 28.7% |
3-Person Household | 1,703 | 19.1% |
4+ Person Household | 2,122 | 23.8% |
Total Housing Units | 8,925 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Romulus
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1-Person Household | 1,545 (60.8%) | 995 (39.2%) |
2-Person Household | 1,845 (72.1%) | 715 (27.9%) |
3-Person Household | 1,164 (68.3%) | 539 (31.7%) |
4+ Person Household | 1,427 (67.2%) | 695 (32.8%) |
Total Housing Units | 5,981 (67.0%) | 2,944 (33.0%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Romulus
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than High School | 511 (51.5%) | 481 (48.5%) |
High School Diploma | 1,897 (73.0%) | 702 (27.0%) |
College/Associate Degree | 2,461 (64.6%) | 1,346 (35.4%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,112 (72.8%) | 415 (27.2%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Romulus
Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Under 35 Years | 1,524 | 17.1% |
35 to 44 Years | 1,649 | 18.5% |
45 to 54 Years | 1,808 | 20.3% |
55 to 64 Years | 1,790 | 20.1% |
65 to 74 Years | 1,338 | 15.0% |
75 to 84 Years | 572 | 6.4% |
85 Years and Over | 244 | 2.7% |
Total | 8,925 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Romulus
Median Income by Occupancy in Romulus
Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
Owner-Occupied | 5,981 (67.0%) | $75,901 |
Renter-Occupied | 2,944 (33.0%) | $41,676 |
Average | 8,925 (100.0%) | $63,854 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Romulus
Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $5,000 | 144 (2.4%) | 162 (5.5%) |
$5,000 to $9,999 | 33 (0.5%) | 224 (7.6%) |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 110 (1.8%) | 307 (10.4%) |
$15,000 to $19,999 | 127 (2.1%) | 155 (5.3%) |
$20,000 to $24,999 | 351 (5.9%) | 102 (3.5%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 336 (5.6%) | 275 (9.3%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 680 (11.4%) | 440 (14.9%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 1,172 (19.6%) | 541 (18.4%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 1,020 (17.1%) | 410 (13.9%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 1,318 (22.0%) | 281 (9.5%) |
$150,000 or more | 690 (11.5%) | 47 (1.6%) |
Total | 5,981 (100.0%) | 2,944 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Romulus
Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $300 | 220 (3.7%) | 207 (7.0%) |
$300 to $499 | 831 (13.9%) | 154 (5.2%) |
$500 to $799 | 1,250 (20.9%) | 548 (18.6%) |
$800 to $999 | 985 (16.5%) | 443 (15.0%) |
$1,000 to $1,499 | 1,248 (20.9%) | 1,093 (37.1%) |
$1,500 to $1,999 | 931 (15.6%) | 133 (4.5%) |
$2,000 to $2,499 | 342 (5.7%) | 67 (2.3%) |
$2,500 to $2,999 | 149 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$3,000 or more | 25 (0.4%) | 19 (0.6%) |
Total | 5,981 (100.0%) | 2,944 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Romulus
Housing Structures in Romulus
Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Single Unit, Detached | 6,145 | 68.9% |
Single Unit, Attached | 526 | 5.9% |
2 Unit Apartments | 33 | 0.4% |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 52 | 0.6% |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 623 | 7.0% |
10 or more Apartments | 637 | 7.1% |
Mobile Home / Other | 909 | 10.2% |
Total | 8,925 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Romulus
Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Single Unit, Detached | 4,948 (80.5%) | 1,197 (19.5%) |
Single Unit, Attached | 191 (36.3%) | 335 (63.7%) |
2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (100.0%) |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 52 (100.0%) |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 38 (6.1%) | 585 (93.9%) |
10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 637 (100.0%) |
Mobile Home / Other | 804 (88.4%) | 105 (11.6%) |
Total | 5,981 (67.0%) | 2,944 (33.0%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Romulus
Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 64 (2.2%) |
2 or 3 Rooms | 145 (2.4%) | 614 (20.9%) |
4 or 5 Rooms | 1,806 (30.2%) | 1,207 (41.0%) |
6 or 7 Rooms | 2,895 (48.4%) | 796 (27.0%) |
8 or more Rooms | 1,135 (19.0%) | 263 (8.9%) |
Total | 5,981 (100.0%) | 2,944 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Romulus
Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Utility Gas | 5,397 (90.2%) | 2,442 (83.0%) |
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 72 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Electricity | 448 (7.5%) | 445 (15.1%) |
Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 55 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
All other Fuels | 9 (0.2%) | 32 (1.1%) |
No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (0.9%) |
Total | 5,981 (100.0%) | 2,944 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Romulus
Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
No Vehicle | 233 (3.9%) | 417 (14.2%) |
1 Vehicle | 1,707 (28.5%) | 1,736 (59.0%) |
2 Vehicles | 2,689 (45.0%) | 562 (19.1%) |
3 or more Vehicles | 1,352 (22.6%) | 229 (7.8%) |
Total | 5,981 (100.0%) | 2,944 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Romulus
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Romulus
Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Housing Units | 2,192 | 3,789 |
Median Property Value | $120,000 | $146,700 |
Median Household Income | $62,656 | $450 |
Monthly Housing Costs | $532 | $25 |
Real Estate Taxes | $2,328 | $544 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Romulus
Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $50,000 | 394 (18.0%) | 576 (15.2%) |
$50,000 to $99,999 | 482 (22.0%) | 410 (10.8%) |
$100,000 to $299,999 | 1,217 (55.5%) | 2,517 (66.4%) |
$300,000 to $499,999 | 47 (2.1%) | 280 (7.4%) |
$500,000 to $749,999 | 52 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (0.2%) |
$1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 2,192 (100.0%) | 3,789 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Romulus
Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $10,000 | 148 (6.8%) | 114 (3.0%) |
$10,000 to $24,999 | 323 (14.7%) | 29 (0.8%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 216 (9.9%) | 265 (7.0%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 249 (11.4%) | 120 (3.2%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 398 (18.2%) | 431 (11.4%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 327 (14.9%) | 774 (20.4%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 291 (13.3%) | 693 (18.3%) |
$150,000 or more | 240 (11.0%) | 1,027 (27.1%) |
Total | 2,192 (100.0%) | 3,789 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Romulus
Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than 2.0x | 1,249 (57.0%) | 83,094 (2,193.0%) |
2.0x to 2.9x | 261 (11.9%) | 2,120 (55.9%) |
3.0x to 3.9x | 217 (9.9%) | 785 (20.7%) |
4.0x or more | 426 (19.4%) | 382 (10.1%) |
Total | 2,192 (100.0%) | 3,789 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Romulus
Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $800 | 23 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 269 (12.3%) | 104 (2.7%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 1,591 (72.6%) | 389 (10.3%) |
Total | 2,192 (100.0%) | 3,789 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Romulus
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Romulus
Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under 6 Years | 2,119 (95.3%) | 104 (4.7%) |
6 to 18 Years | 5,288 (97.4%) | 141 (2.6%) |
19 to 25 Years | 1,872 (93.1%) | 139 (6.9%) |
26 to 34 Years | 2,740 (88.9%) | 341 (11.1%) |
35 to 44 Years | 2,750 (90.8%) | 279 (9.2%) |
45 to 54 Years | 2,850 (94.1%) | 180 (5.9%) |
55 to 64 Years | 2,958 (97.9%) | 65 (2.1%) |
65 to 74 Years | 2,080 (100.0%) | 1 (0.1%) |
75 Years and older | 1,081 (96.9%) | 35 (3.1%) |
Total | 23,738 (94.9%) | 1,285 (5.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Romulus
Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Native Born | 2,119 (95.3%) | 104 (4.7%) |
Foreign Born, Citizen | 5,288 (97.4%) | 141 (2.6%) |
Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,872 (93.1%) | 139 (6.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Romulus
Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under $25,000 | 2,558 (89.2%) | 311 (10.8%) |
$25,000 to $49,999 | 3,779 (97.4%) | 100 (2.6%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 4,235 (93.5%) | 295 (6.5%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 4,264 (95.0%) | 226 (5.0%) |
$100,000 and over | 8,795 (96.2%) | 346 (3.8%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Romulus
Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
Under 6 | 937 (42.1%) | 1,182 (53.2%) |
6 to 18 Years | 1,765 (32.5%) | 4,103 (75.6%) |
19 to 25 Years | 547 (27.2%) | 1,337 (66.5%) |
25 to 34 Years | 948 (30.8%) | 1,879 (61.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 804 (26.5%) | 2,115 (69.8%) |
45 to 54 Years | 523 (17.3%) | 2,397 (79.1%) |
55 to 64 Years | 872 (28.8%) | 2,272 (75.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 1,977 (95.0%) | 1,504 (72.3%) |
75 Years and over | 1,062 (95.2%) | 741 (66.4%) |
Total | 9,435 (37.7%) | 17,530 (70.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Romulus
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 47 (1.6%) | 132 (6.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 96 (3.3%) | 291 (10.4%) |
35 to 64 Years | 486 (12.1%) | 694 (13.7%) |
65 to 74 Years | 297 (30.9%) | 347 (31.0%) |
75 Years and over | 199 (35.3%) | 212 (38.3%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Romulus
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 6 (0.2%) | 6 (0.3%) |
18 to 34 Years | 31 (1.1%) | 162 (5.8%) |
35 to 64 Years | 134 (3.4%) | 37 (0.7%) |
65 to 74 Years | 105 (10.9%) | 82 (7.3%) |
75 Years and over | 73 (13.0%) | 126 (22.8%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 31 (1.1%) | 10 (0.4%) |
35 to 64 Years | 106 (2.6%) | 83 (1.6%) |
65 to 74 Years | 76 (7.9%) | 45 (4.0%) |
75 Years and over | 23 (4.1%) | 51 (9.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 47 (1.6%) | 94 (4.3%) |
18 to 34 Years | 80 (2.8%) | 103 (3.7%) |
35 to 64 Years | 159 (4.0%) | 370 (7.3%) |
65 to 74 Years | 136 (14.1%) | 32 (2.9%) |
75 Years and over | 37 (6.6%) | 61 (11.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 61 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 222 (5.6%) | 448 (8.8%) |
65 to 74 Years | 173 (18.0%) | 270 (24.1%) |
75 Years and over | 100 (17.8%) | 113 (20.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 9 (0.3%) | 31 (1.4%) |
18 to 34 Years | 61 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 81 (2.0%) | 114 (2.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 29 (3.0%) | 108 (9.6%) |
75 Years and over | 21 (3.7%) | 44 (8.0%) |
Technology Access in Romulus
Computing Device Access in Romulus
Device Type | # Households | % Households |
Desktop or Laptop | 6,593 | 73.9% |
Smartphone | 7,887 | 88.4% |
Tablet | 5,273 | 59.1% |
No Computing Device | 631 | 7.1% |
Total | 8,925 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Romulus
Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
Broadband Home | 6,211 | 69.6% |
Cellular Data Only | 846 | 9.5% |
Satellite Internet | 625 | 7.0% |
No Internet | 1,547 | 17.3% |
Total | 8,925 | 100.0% |
Romulus Summary
Romulus, Michigan is a city located in Wayne County, Michigan, United States. It is located about 20 miles west of Detroit and is part of the Detroit metropolitan area. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 23,989.
History
Romulus was first settled in 1827 by John Burtch and his family. The area was originally known as Burtchville, but was later changed to Romulus in 1835. The name was chosen in honor of the mythical founder of Rome, Romulus. The area was incorporated as a village in 1864 and as a city in 1970.
Geography
Romulus is located at 42°14′N 83°21′W (42.23, -83.35). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 16.2 square miles (41.8 km2), of which 16.1 square miles (41.6 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km2) (0.62%) is water.
Economy
Romulus is home to Detroit Metropolitan Airport, the largest airport in Michigan and one of the busiest airports in the United States. The airport is a major economic driver for the city, providing jobs and economic activity. Other major employers in the city include Ford Motor Company, which has a large manufacturing plant in the city, and the Romulus Assembly Plant, which produces automotive parts.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 23,989 people, 8,945 households, and 6,072 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,489.3 people per square mile (575.2/km2). There were 9,845 housing units at an average density of 609.7 per square mile (235.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 68.2% White, 25.2% African American, 0.4% Native American, 1.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.3% from other races, and 3.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.7% of the population.
There were 8,945 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.2% were married couples living together, 17.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.2% were non-families. 26.7% 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 2.64 and the average family size was 3.20.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.2% under the age of 18, 9.2% from 18 to 24, 30.2% from 25 to 44, 23.3% from 45 to 64, and 11.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.3 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $41,945, and the median income for a family was $48,945. Males had a median income of $37,945 versus $30,945 for females. The per capita income for the city was $19,945. About 8.2% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 6.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Romulus?
Total Population of Romulus is 25,055.
What is the Total Male Population of Romulus?
Total Male Population of Romulus is 11,917.
What is the Total Female Population of Romulus?
Total Female Population of Romulus is 13,138.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Romulus?
There are 90.71 Males per 100 Females in Romulus.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Romulus?
There are 110.25 Females per 100 Males in Romulus.
What is the Median Population Age in Romulus?
Median Population Age in Romulus is 34.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Romulus
Average Family Size in Romulus is 3.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Romulus
Average Household Size in Romulus is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Romulus?
Per Capita income in Romulus is $27,691.
What is the Median Family Income in Romulus?
Median Family Income in Romulus is $80,288.
What is the Median Household income in Romulus?
Median Household Income in Romulus is $63,854.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Romulus?
Income or Wage Gap in Romulus is 27.1%.
Women in Romulus earn 72.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Romulus?
Inequality or Gini Index in Romulus is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Romulus?
There are 12,020 People in the Labor Forcein in Romulus.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Romulus?
64.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Romulus.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Romulus?
Unemployment Rate in Romulus is 9.8%.