Sterling, MI
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Sterling Overview
482
TOTAL POPULATION
220
MALE POPULATION
262
FEMALE POPULATION
83.97
MALES / 100 FEMALES
119.09
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$23,462
PER CAPITA INCOME
$56,136
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$54,000
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
22.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
77.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.34
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
239
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
9.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Sterling Zip Codes
Sterling Area Codes
Race in Sterling
The most populous races in Sterling are White / Caucasian (459 | 95.2%), Two or more Races (11 | 2.3%), and Native / Alaskan (7 | 1.5%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 5 | 1.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 | 1.0% |
| Native / Alaskan | 7 | 1.5% |
| White / Caucasian | 459 | 95.2% |
| Two or more Races | 11 | 2.3% |
| Some other Race | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 482 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Sterling
The most populous ancestries reported in Sterling are German (123 | 25.5%), English (61 | 12.7%), Irish (61 | 12.7%), French (44 | 9.1%), and Polish (36 | 7.5%), together accounting for 67.4% of all Sterling residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 20 | 4.2% |
| British | 6 | 1.2% |
| Canadian | 1 | 0.2% |
| Chippewa | 6 | 1.2% |
| Dutch | 14 | 2.9% |
| English | 61 | 12.7% |
| European | 8 | 1.7% |
| French | 44 | 9.1% |
| French American Indian | 4 | 0.8% |
| French Canadian | 8 | 1.7% |
| German | 123 | 25.5% |
| Greek | 1 | 0.2% |
| Hungarian | 9 | 1.9% |
| Irish | 61 | 12.7% |
| Italian | 2 | 0.4% |
| Northern European | 13 | 2.7% |
| Norwegian | 1 | 0.2% |
| Ottawa | 2 | 0.4% |
| Polish | 36 | 7.5% |
| Potawatomi | 2 | 0.4% |
| Puerto Rican | 3 | 0.6% |
| Scotch-Irish | 5 | 1.0% |
| Scottish | 17 | 3.5% |
| Slavic | 3 | 0.6% |
| Spaniard | 2 | 0.4% |
| Swedish | 5 | 1.0% |
| Ukrainian | 2 | 0.4% | View All 27 Rows |
Immigrants in Sterling
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population | View All 0 Rows |
Sex and Age in Sterling
Sex and Age in Sterling
The most populous age groups in Sterling are 55 to 59 Years (24 | 10.9%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (29 | 11.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 14 (6.4%) | 15 (5.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 15 (6.8%) | 8 (3.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 13 (5.9%) | 10 (3.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 18 (8.2%) | 26 (9.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 6 (2.7%) | 14 (5.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 21 (9.6%) | 29 (11.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 11 (5.0%) | 7 (2.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 9 (4.1%) | 7 (2.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 16 (7.3%) | 21 (8.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 17 (7.7%) | 26 (9.9%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 9 (4.1%) | 11 (4.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 24 (10.9%) | 15 (5.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 23 (10.4%) | 15 (5.7%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 17 (7.7%) | 12 (4.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 1 (0.4%) | 5 (1.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 4 (1.8%) | 26 (9.9%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 2 (0.9%) | 8 (3.0%) |
| 85 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (2.7%) |
| Total | 220 (100.0%) | 262 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Sterling
Median Family Size in Sterling
The median family size in Sterling is 3.06 persons per family, with single male/father families (4 | 3.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.25 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (37 | 29.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.86 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 83 (66.9%) | 3.14 |
| Single Male/Father | 4 (3.2%) | 3.25 |
| Single Female/Mother | 37 (29.8%) | 2.86 |
| Total Families | 124 (100.0%) | 3.06 |
Median Household Size in Sterling
The median household size in Sterling is 2.80 persons per household, with single male/father households (4 | 2.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.75 persons per household. non-family households (28 | 18.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.46 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 83 (54.6%) | 3.14 |
| Single Male/Father | 4 (2.6%) | 3.75 |
| Single Female/Mother | 37 (24.3%) | 2.92 |
| Non-family | 28 (18.4%) | 1.46 |
| Total Households | 152 (100.0%) | 2.80 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Sterling
Out of a total of 152 households in Sterling, 124 (81.6%) are family households, while 28 (18.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 58, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 14.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 14 (9.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 58 (38.2%) | 14 (9.2%) |
| 3-Person Households | 27 (17.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 36 (23.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 3 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 124 (81.6%) | 28 (18.4%) |
Female Fertility in Sterling
Fertility by Age in Sterling
Average fertility rate in Sterling is 91.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 160.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 66.7% 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 | 8 (66.7%) | 160.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 4 (33.3%) | 71.0 |
| Total | 12 (100.0%) | 91.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sterling
66.7% of women with births (12) in Sterling 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 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Total | 8 (66.7%) | 4 (33.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Sterling
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 2 (16.7%) | 51.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 8 (66.7%) | 174.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 2 (16.7%) | 118.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 12 (100.0%) | 91.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sterling
33.3% of women with births in Sterling are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 50.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 4 (50.0%) | 4 (50.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8 (66.7%) | 4 (33.3%) |
Income in Sterling
Income Overview in Sterling
Per Capita Income in Sterling is $23,462, while median incomes of families and households are $56,136 and $54,000 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 482 | $23,462 |
| Median Family Income | 124 | $56,136 |
| Mean Family Income | 124 | $67,071 |
| Median Household Income | 152 | $54,000 |
| Mean Household Income | 152 | $64,093 |
| Income Deficit | 124 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 482 | 22.55% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 482 | 77.45¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 482 | 0.34 |
Earnings by Sex in Sterling
Average Earnings in Sterling are $28,667, $31,875 for men and $24,688 for women, a difference of 22.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 121 (49.6%) | $31,875 |
| Female | 123 (50.4%) | $24,688 |
| Total | 244 (100.0%) | $28,667 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sterling
The most common earnings brackets in Sterling are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (14 | 11.6%) and $45,000 to $49,999 for women (16 | 13.0%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 8 (6.6%) | 8 (6.5%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 2 (1.7%) | 10 (8.1%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 5 (4.1%) | 3 (2.4%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 6 (5.0%) | 8 (6.5%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 7 (5.8%) | 9 (7.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 2 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 1 (0.8%) | 5 (4.1%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 6 (5.0%) | 3 (2.4%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 5 (4.1%) | 12 (9.8%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 3 (2.5%) | 4 (3.3%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 14 (11.6%) | 9 (7.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 3 (2.5%) | 5 (4.1%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 5 (4.1%) | 3 (2.4%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 13 (10.7%) | 13 (10.6%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 6 (5.0%) | 16 (13.0%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 1 (0.8%) | 3 (2.4%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 12 (9.9%) | 2 (1.6%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 12 (9.9%) | 3 (2.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 5 (4.1%) | 4 (3.3%) |
| $100,000+ | 5 (4.1%) | 3 (2.4%) |
| Total | 121 (100.0%) | 123 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sterling
Average earnings in Sterling are $40,000 for men and $31,750 for women, a difference of 20.6%. Men with an educational attainment of less than high school enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $65,694, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $26,250. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $45,139, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $18,125.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $65,694 | $18,125 |
| High School Diploma | $42,656 | $22,500 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $26,250 | $41,750 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $45,625 | $45,139 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $40,000 | $31,750 |
Family Income in Sterling
Family Income Brackets in Sterling
According to the Sterling family income data, there are 35 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 28.2% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 1 families (0.8%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 1 | 0.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2 | 1.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 5 | 4.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 12 | 9.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 35 | 28.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 32 | 25.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 15 | 12.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 17 | 13.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 3 | 2.4% |
| $200,000+ | 2 | 1.6% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sterling
5-person families (3 | 2.4%) account for the highest median family income in Sterling with $91,250 per family, while 2-person families (58 | 46.8%) have the highest median income of $23,750 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 58 (46.8%) | $47,500 |
| 3-Person Families | 29 (23.4%) | $60,625 |
| 4-Person Families | 34 (27.4%) | $59,375 |
| 5-Person Families | 3 (2.4%) | $91,250 |
| 6-Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 124 (100.0%) | $56,136 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Sterling
The median family income in Sterling is $56,136, with families comprising 3+ earners (19) having the highest median family income of $137,708, while families with 1 earner (44) have the lowest median family income of $42,000, accounting for 15.3% and 35.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 16 (12.9%) | $50,000 |
| 1 Earner | 44 (35.5%) | $42,000 |
| 2 Earners | 45 (36.3%) | $58,438 |
| 3+ Earners | 19 (15.3%) | $137,708 |
| Total | 124 (100.0%) | $56,136 |
Household Income in Sterling
Household Income Brackets in Sterling
With 41 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Sterling, accounting for 27.0% of all households. In contrast, only 1 households (0.7%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 1 | 0.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 6 | 3.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 7 | 4.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 18 | 11.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 40 | 26.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 41 | 27.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 15 | 9.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 18 | 11.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 3 | 2.0% |
| $200,000+ | 3 | 2.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Sterling
The median household income in Sterling is $54,000, with the highest median household income of $62,500 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 26 households (17.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 8 households (5.3%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 8 (5.3%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 54 (35.5%) | $42,083 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 64 (42.1%) | $53,333 |
| 65+ Years | 26 (17.1%) | $62,500 |
| Total | 152 (100.0%) | $54,000 |
Poverty in Sterling
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sterling
With 9.2% poverty level for males and 8.2% for females among the residents of Sterling, 12 to 14 year old males and 65 to 74 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 2 males (100.0%) and 3 females (30.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (25.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 2 (20.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (10.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 2 (6.2%) | 3 (8.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 4 (16.0%) | 2 (8.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2 (7.7%) | 3 (8.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 7 (16.7%) | 4 (14.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (30.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 19 (9.2%) | 18 (8.2%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sterling
According to the poverty statistics in Sterling, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 14 (100.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 4 (100.0%) | 3 (75.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 22 (100.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 1 (100.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 8 (80.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 13 (100.0%) | 18 (90.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 30 (93.8%) | 33 (91.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 21 (84.0%) | 21 (91.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 24 (92.3%) | 34 (91.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 35 (83.3%) | 24 (85.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 9 (100.0%) | 7 (70.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 6 (100.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| Total | 187 (90.8%) | 201 (91.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sterling
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Sterling show that 4.8% or 4 of the total 83 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 5.4%, comprising of 2 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 43 (95.6%) | 2 (4.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 35 (94.6%) | 2 (5.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 79 (95.2%) | 4 (4.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sterling
According to the poverty data in Sterling, 25.0% or 1 single-father households and 5.4% or 2 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 1 households (50.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 1 households (9.1%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (9.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1 (50.0%) | 1 (4.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1 (25.0%) | 2 (5.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Sterling
The poverty data for Sterling shows that 4 of the married-couple family households (4.8%) and 3 of the single-parent households (7.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (5.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 household (8.3%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 2 (4.4%) | 1 (7.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 2 (5.4%) | 2 (8.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4 (4.8%) | 3 (7.3%) |
Employment Characteristics in Sterling
Employment by Class of Employer in Sterling
Among the 208 employed individuals in Sterling, private company employees (148 | 71.2%), self-employed (incorporated) (21 | 10.1%), and not-for-profit organizations (16 | 7.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 148 | 71.2% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 21 | 10.1% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 4 | 1.9% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 16 | 7.7% |
| Local Government Employees | 14 | 6.7% |
| State Government Employees | 5 | 2.4% |
| Federal Government Employees | 0 | 0.0% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 208 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Sterling
According to the labor force statistics for Sterling, out of the total population over 16 years of age (396), 60.4% or 239 individuals are in the labor force, with 9.2% or 22 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 18 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 29.4% or 5 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 22 (66.7%) | 3 (13.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 17 (85.0%) | 5 (29.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 48 (96.0%) | 6 (12.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 18 (100.0%) | 2 (11.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 36 (67.9%) | 4 (11.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 49 (77.8%) | 2 (4.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 29 (74.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 16 (42.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3 (8.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 239 (60.4%) | 22 (9.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sterling
According to labor force statistics for Sterling, 75.1% of individuals (196) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (261) are in the labor force, with 7.1% or 14 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 96.8% or 30 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.6% or 8 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 15 (51.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 83 (68.0%) | 12 (9.6%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 68 (86.1%) | 7 (8.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 30 (96.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 196 (75.1%) | 19 (7.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Sterling
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sterling are Management (24 | 11.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (13 | 6.0%), Community & Social Service (7 | 3.2%), Education Instruction & Library (7 | 3.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (4 | 1.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sterling, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Management (66.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 8 (33.3%) | 16 (66.7%) |
| Business & Financial | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 3 (42.9%) | 4 (57.1%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 3 (42.9%) | 4 (57.1%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 16 (32.7%) | 33 (67.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 109 (50.2%) | 108 (49.8%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Sterling are Healthcare Support (15 | 6.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (15 | 6.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (13 | 6.0%), Security & Protection (5 | 2.3%), and Firefighting & Prevention (5 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Sterling, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (76.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (86.7%), and Food Preparation & Serving (80.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 2 (13.3%) | 13 (86.7%) |
| Security & Protection | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 3 (20.0%) | 12 (80.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 10 (76.9%) | 3 (23.1%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 20 (37.7%) | 33 (62.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 109 (50.2%) | 108 (49.8%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Sterling are Office & Administration (22 | 10.1%), and Sales & Related (14 | 6.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 6 (42.9%) | 8 (57.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 3 (13.6%) | 19 (86.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 9 (25.0%) | 27 (75.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 109 (50.2%) | 108 (49.8%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Sterling are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (8 | 3.7%), Construction & Extraction (4 | 1.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (2 | 0.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 109 (50.2%) | 108 (49.8%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Sterling are Production (32 | 14.7%), Transportation (20 | 9.2%), and Material Moving (13 | 6.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 21 (65.6%) | 11 (34.4%) |
| Transportation | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 9 (69.2%) | 4 (30.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 50 (76.9%) | 15 (23.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 109 (50.2%) | 108 (49.8%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Sterling
Employment Industries in Sterling
The major employment industries in Sterling include Manufacturing (43 | 19.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (39 | 18.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (31 | 14.3%), Retail Trade (16 | 7.4%), and Transportation & Warehousing (14 | 6.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Sterling
The Sterling industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Information (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (94.9%), and Professional & Scientific (75.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 7 (87.5%) | 1 (12.5%) |
| Manufacturing | 29 (67.4%) | 14 (32.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 9 (56.2%) | 7 (43.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 12 (85.7%) | 2 (14.3%) |
| Utilities | 2 (66.7%) | 1 (33.3%) |
| Information | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 1 (25.0%) | 3 (75.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Educational Services | 6 (66.7%) | 3 (33.3%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 2 (5.1%) | 37 (94.9%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 1 (50.0%) | 1 (50.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 12 (38.7%) | 19 (61.3%) |
| Public Administration | 5 (41.7%) | 7 (58.3%) |
| Total | 109 (50.2%) | 108 (49.8%) |
Education in Sterling
School Enrollment in Sterling
The most common levels of schooling among the 102 students in Sterling are high school (32 | 31.4%), elementary school (22 | 21.6%), and college / undergraduate (19 | 18.6%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 5 | 4.9% |
| Kindergarten | 4 | 3.9% |
| Elementary School | 22 | 21.6% |
| Middle School | 16 | 15.7% |
| High School | 32 | 31.4% |
| College / Undergraduate | 19 | 18.6% |
| Graduate / Professional | 4 | 3.9% |
| Total | 102 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sterling
Out of a total of 102 students who are enrolled in schools in Sterling, 1 (1.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 101 (99.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 1 (11.1% 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 3 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 8 (88.9%) | 1 (11.1%) |
| 35 Years and over | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 101 (99.0%) | 1 (1.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sterling
Business (17 | 39.5%), literature & languages (6 | 14.0%), education (5 | 11.6%), psychology (4 | 9.3%), and computers & mathematics (3 | 7.0%) are the most common fields of study among 43 individuals in Sterling who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 3 | 7.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 0 | 0.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Psychology | 4 | 9.3% |
| Social Sciences | 2 | 4.6% |
| Engineering | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 2 | 4.6% |
| Business | 17 | 39.5% |
| Education | 5 | 11.6% |
| Literature & Languages | 6 | 14.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 0 | 0.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 2 | 4.6% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 2 | 4.6% |
| Total | 43 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Sterling
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sterling
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Sterling are males with 2 vehicles (46, accounting for 42.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (47, making up 46.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 1 (0.9%) | 3 (3.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 28 (25.7%) | 24 (24.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 46 (42.2%) | 47 (47.5%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 12 (11.0%) | 8 (8.1%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 7 (6.4%) | 9 (9.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 15 (13.8%) | 8 (8.1%) |
| Total | 109 (100.0%) | 99 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Sterling
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Sterling are 10 to 14 minutes (44 commuters, 22.2%), 5 to 9 minutes (40 commuters, 20.2%), and 15 to 19 minutes (30 commuters, 15.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 11 | 5.6% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 40 | 20.2% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 44 | 22.2% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 30 | 15.1% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 4 | 2.0% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 7 | 3.5% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 9 | 4.5% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 2 | 1.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 4 | 2.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 29 | 14.6% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 12 | 6.1% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 6 | 3.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in Sterling
The most common commute times in Sterling are 10 to 14 minutes (21 commuters, 19.8%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (24 commuters, 26.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 2 (1.9%) | 9 (9.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 16 (15.1%) | 24 (26.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 21 (19.8%) | 23 (25.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 20 (18.9%) | 10 (10.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 2 (1.9%) | 2 (2.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 3 (2.8%) | 4 (4.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 7 (6.6%) | 2 (2.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (2.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 4 (3.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 16 (15.1%) | 13 (14.1%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 12 (11.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 3 (2.8%) | 3 (3.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sterling
The most frequent times of departure to work in Sterling are 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (23, 21.7%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (24, 26.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 9 (8.5%) | 5 (5.4%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 6 (5.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 13 (12.3%) | 5 (5.4%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 21 (19.8%) | 1 (1.1%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (6.5%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1 (0.9%) | 18 (19.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 10 (9.4%) | 24 (26.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 2 (1.9%) | 1 (1.1%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 11 (10.4%) | 7 (7.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 2 (1.9%) | 9 (9.8%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (1.1%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 8 (7.5%) | 8 (8.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 23 (21.7%) | 7 (7.6%) |
| Total | 106 (100.0%) | 92 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Sterling
Occupancy by Ownership in Sterling
Of the total 152 dwellings in Sterling, owner-occupied units account for 118 (77.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 34 (22.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 118 | 77.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 34 | 22.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 152 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Sterling
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 14 | 9.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 72 | 47.4% |
| 3-Person Household | 27 | 17.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 39 | 25.7% |
| Total Housing Units | 152 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sterling
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 12 (85.7%) | 2 (14.3%) |
| 2-Person Household | 56 (77.8%) | 16 (22.2%) |
| 3-Person Household | 19 (70.4%) | 8 (29.6%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 31 (79.5%) | 8 (20.5%) |
| Total Housing Units | 118 (77.6%) | 34 (22.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sterling
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 10 (83.3%) | 2 (16.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 34 (68.0%) | 16 (32.0%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 45 (77.6%) | 13 (22.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 29 (90.6%) | 3 (9.4%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sterling
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 37 | 24.3% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 25 | 16.5% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 36 | 23.7% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 28 | 18.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 | 7.9% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 14 | 9.2% |
| 85 Years and Over | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 152 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Sterling
Median Income by Occupancy in Sterling
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 118 (77.6%) | $54,000 |
| Renter-Occupied | 34 (22.4%) | $52,500 |
| Average | 152 (100.0%) | $54,000 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sterling
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (2.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 6 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 2 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 3 (2.5%) | 2 (5.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8 (6.8%) | 10 (29.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 36 (30.5%) | 4 (11.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 29 (24.6%) | 12 (35.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 14 (11.9%) | 1 (2.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 14 (11.9%) | 4 (11.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 6 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 118 (100.0%) | 34 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sterling
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 9 (7.6%) | 1 (2.9%) |
| $300 to $499 | 27 (22.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 25 (21.2%) | 18 (52.9%) |
| $800 to $999 | 34 (28.8%) | 5 (14.7%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 17 (14.4%) | 6 (17.6%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 4 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 2 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 118 (100.0%) | 34 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Sterling
Housing Structures in Sterling
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 138 | 90.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 2 | 1.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 4 | 2.6% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 8 | 5.3% |
| Total | 152 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sterling
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 113 (81.9%) | 25 (18.1%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 5 (62.5%) | 3 (37.5%) |
| Total | 118 (77.6%) | 34 (22.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sterling
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 1 (0.9%) | 8 (23.5%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 38 (32.2%) | 12 (35.3%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 48 (40.7%) | 10 (29.4%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 31 (26.3%) | 4 (11.8%) |
| Total | 118 (100.0%) | 34 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sterling
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 93 (78.8%) | 24 (70.6%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 10 (8.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 1 (0.9%) | 8 (23.5%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 2 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 12 (10.2%) | 2 (5.9%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 118 (100.0%) | 34 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Sterling
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 3 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 32 (27.1%) | 23 (67.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 59 (50.0%) | 7 (20.6%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 24 (20.3%) | 4 (11.8%) |
| Total | 118 (100.0%) | 34 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Sterling
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Sterling
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 43 | 75 |
| Median Property Value | $43,600 | $88,700 |
| Median Household Income | $45,417 | $6 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $398 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,000 | $6 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sterling
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 26 (60.5%) | 4 (5.3%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 12 (27.9%) | 38 (50.7%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 5 (11.6%) | 31 (41.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (2.7%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 43 (100.0%) | 75 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sterling
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 8 (18.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4 (9.3%) | 3 (4.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 14 (32.6%) | 4 (5.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 12 (27.9%) | 22 (29.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2 (4.6%) | 17 (22.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 3 (7.0%) | 12 (16.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (14.7%) |
| Total | 43 (100.0%) | 75 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sterling
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 34 (79.1%) | 60,250 (80,333.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 7 (16.3%) | 57 (76.0%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 2 (4.6%) | 14 (18.7%) |
| 4.0x or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 43 (100.0%) | 75 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sterling
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 12 (27.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 16 (37.2%) | 4 (5.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 14 (32.6%) | 20 (26.7%) |
| Total | 43 (100.0%) | 75 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Sterling
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sterling
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 36 (97.3%) | 1 (2.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 75 (96.2%) | 3 (3.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 29 (93.5%) | 2 (6.5%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 54 (88.5%) | 7 (11.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 45 (93.8%) | 3 (6.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 63 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 68 (97.1%) | 2 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 407 (95.8%) | 18 (4.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sterling
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 36 (97.3%) | 1 (2.7%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 75 (96.2%) | 3 (3.8%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 29 (93.5%) | 2 (6.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sterling
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 141 (92.2%) | 12 (7.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 114 (95.0%) | 6 (5.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 45 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 76 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sterling
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 28 (75.7%) | 9 (24.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 44 (56.4%) | 34 (43.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 14 (45.2%) | 18 (58.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 30 (49.2%) | 27 (44.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 24 (50.0%) | 26 (54.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 6 (9.5%) | 57 (90.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 24 (34.3%) | 56 (80.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 19 (100.0%) | 15 (78.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 18 (100.0%) | 11 (61.1%) |
| Total | 207 (48.7%) | 253 (59.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sterling
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 15 (38.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (6.7%) | 5 (8.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 13 (14.0%) | 19 (21.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5 (55.6%) | 4 (40.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 4 (66.7%) | 9 (75.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Sterling
Disability Class: Hearing 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 | 2 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 5 (5.4%) | 3 (3.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1 (11.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2 (33.3%) | 5 (41.7%) |
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 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1 (16.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 13 (33.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1 (2.2%) | 3 (5.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 2 (2.1%) | 10 (11.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (40.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (41.7%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 2 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (8.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 2 (2.1%) | 6 (6.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4 (44.4%) | 4 (40.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2 (33.3%) | 9 (75.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 2 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 2 (2.1%) | 5 (5.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Sterling
Computing Device Access in Sterling
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 127 | 83.6% |
| Smartphone | 139 | 91.4% |
| Tablet | 90 | 59.2% |
| No Computing Device | 5 | 3.3% |
| Total | 152 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Sterling
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 3 | 2.0% |
| Broadband Home | 103 | 67.8% |
| Cellular Data Only | 35 | 23.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 6 | 4.0% |
| No Internet | 6 | 4.0% |
| Total | 152 | 100.0% |
Sterling Summary
Sterling, Michigan is a small village located in Arenac County in the U.S. state of Michigan. It is situated on the banks of the Au Gres River, approximately 20 miles east of Bay City. The village has a population of approximately 1,000 people and is part of the Bay City Metropolitan Statistical Area.
History
Sterling was first settled in 1854 by a group of settlers from Sterling, Illinois. The village was originally known as "Sterling Station" due to its location on the Detroit, Bay City and Alpena Railroad. The village was officially incorporated in 1887 and the name was changed to Sterling.
Geography
Sterling is located at 43°45'N 83°45'W (43.75, -83.75). According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 1.2 square miles (3.1 km2), all of it land.
Economy
Sterling's economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The village is home to several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, a restaurant, and a gas station. The village also has a small marina on the Au Gres River.
Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,000 people, 393 households, and 279 families residing in the village. The population density was 833.3 people per square mile (322.2/km2). There were 431 housing units at an average density of 359.3 per square mile (139.1/km2). The racial makeup of the village was 97.90% White, 0.30% African American, 0.20% Native American, 0.10% Asian, 0.10% from other races, and 1.50% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.90% of the population.
There were 393 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.2% were married couples living together, 9.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.3% were non-families. 25.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 3.04.
In the village, the population was spread out, with 26.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 15.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.2 males.
The median income for a household in the village was $35,000, and the median income for a family was $41,250. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the village was $15,945. About 8.2% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.7% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Sterling?
Total Population of Sterling is 482.
What is the Total Male Population of Sterling?
Total Male Population of Sterling is 220.
What is the Total Female Population of Sterling?
Total Female Population of Sterling is 262.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Sterling?
There are 83.97 Males per 100 Females in Sterling.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Sterling?
There are 119.09 Females per 100 Males in Sterling.
What is the Median Population Age in Sterling?
Median Population Age in Sterling is 41.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Sterling
Average Family Size in Sterling is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Sterling
Average Household Size in Sterling is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Sterling?
Per Capita income in Sterling is $23,462.
What is the Median Family Income in Sterling?
Median Family Income in Sterling is $56,136.
What is the Median Household income in Sterling?
Median Household Income in Sterling is $54,000.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Sterling?
Income or Wage Gap in Sterling is 22.5%.
Women in Sterling earn 77.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Sterling?
Inequality or Gini Index in Sterling is 0.34.
How Large is the Labor Force in Sterling?
There are 239 People in the Labor Forcein in Sterling.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Sterling?
60.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Sterling.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Sterling?
Unemployment Rate in Sterling is 9.2%.