Watersmeet, MI

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Watersmeet Overview

243
TOTAL POPULATION
120
MALE POPULATION
123
FEMALE POPULATION
97.56
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.50
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.2
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,654
PER CAPITA INCOME
$76,667
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$49,333
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
1.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
98.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
119
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
68.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

Watersmeet Zip Codes

Watersmeet Area Codes

Race in Watersmeet

The most populous races in Watersmeet are White / Caucasian (167 | 68.7%), Two or more Races (42 | 17.3%), and Native / Alaskan (34 | 14.0%).
Race in Watersmeet
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino93.7%
Native / Alaskan3414.0%
White / Caucasian16768.7%
Two or more Races4217.3%
Some other Race00.0%
Total243100.0%

Ancestry in Watersmeet

The most populous ancestries reported in Watersmeet are Italian (69 | 28.4%), Chippewa (24 | 9.9%), American (18 | 7.4%), Polish (18 | 7.4%), and Finnish (17 | 7.0%), together accounting for 60.1% of all Watersmeet residents.
Ancestry in Watersmeet
Ancestry# Population% Population
American187.4%
Chippewa249.9%
English72.9%
European104.1%
Finnish177.0%
French31.2%
German104.1%
Irish156.2%
Italian6928.4%
Mexican93.7%
Polish187.4%
Welsh104.1%
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Immigrants in Watersmeet

Immigrants in Watersmeet
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Watersmeet

Sex and Age in Watersmeet

The most populous age groups in Watersmeet are 5 to 9 Years (42 | 35.0%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (33 | 26.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Watersmeet
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)22 (17.9%)
5 to 9 Years42 (35.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)5 (4.1%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years27 (22.5%)12 (9.8%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Years10 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 49 Years0 (0.0%)15 (12.2%)
50 to 54 Years14 (11.7%)15 (12.2%)
55 to 59 Years0 (0.0%)8 (6.5%)
60 to 64 Years19 (15.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 69 Years0 (0.0%)33 (26.8%)
70 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)10 (8.1%)
75 to 79 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)3 (2.4%)
85 Years and over8 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total120 (100.0%)123 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Watersmeet

Median Family Size in Watersmeet

Median Family Size in Watersmeet
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple66 (100.0%)2.74
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother0 (0.0%)-
Total Families66 (100.0%)2.74

Median Household Size in Watersmeet

Median Household Size in Watersmeet
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple66 (51.6%)2.74
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother0 (0.0%)-
Non-family62 (48.4%)-
Total Households128 (100.0%)1.90

Household Size by Marriage Status in Watersmeet

Out of a total of 128 households in Watersmeet, 66 (51.6%) are family households, while 62 (48.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 34, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 62.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Watersmeet
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-62 (48.4%)
2-Person Households17 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households34 (26.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households15 (11.7%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total66 (51.6%)62 (48.4%)

Female Fertility in Watersmeet

Fertility by Age in Watersmeet

Average fertility rate in Watersmeet is 375.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 1,000.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Watersmeet
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years12 (100.0%)1,000.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total12 (100.0%)375.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Watersmeet

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Watersmeet
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Watersmeet

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Watersmeet
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree12 (100.0%)1,000.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total12 (100.0%)375.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Watersmeet

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Watersmeet
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Watersmeet

Income Overview in Watersmeet

Per Capita Income in Watersmeet is $31,654, while median incomes of families and households are $76,667 and $49,333 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income243$31,654
Median Family Income66$76,667
Mean Family Income66$100,036
Median Household Income128$49,333
Mean Household Income128$65,450
Income Deficit66$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2431.29%
Wage / Income Gap ($)24398.71¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2430.42

Earnings by Sex in Watersmeet

Average Earnings in Watersmeet are $38,301, $38,148 for men and $38,646 for women, a difference of 1.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Watersmeet
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male70 (54.3%)$38,148
Female59 (45.7%)$38,646
Total129 (100.0%)$38,301

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Watersmeet

The most common earnings brackets in Watersmeet are $35,000 to $39,999 for men (36 | 51.4%) and $20,000 to $22,499 for women (15 | 25.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Watersmeet
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)9 (15.2%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)15 (25.4%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99910 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9999 (12.9%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99936 (51.4%)12 (20.3%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)8 (13.6%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)8 (13.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)7 (11.9%)
$100,000+15 (21.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total70 (100.0%)59 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Watersmeet

Average earnings in Watersmeet are $38,148 for men and $38,646 for women, a difference of 1.3%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $38,750, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $38,750. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $45,625, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $45,625.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Watersmeet
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$38,750$0
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$38,148$38,646

Family Income in Watersmeet

Family Income Brackets in Watersmeet

According to the Watersmeet family income data, there are 36 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 54.5% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Watersmeet
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,9991522.7%
$50,000 to $74,99900.0%
$75,000 to $99,9993654.5%
$100,000 to $149,99900.0%
$150,000 to $199,999812.1%
$200,000+710.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Watersmeet

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Watersmeet
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families17 (25.8%)$0
3-Person Families34 (51.5%)$0
4-Person Families15 (22.7%)$0
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total66 (100.0%)$76,667

Family Income by Number of Earners in Watersmeet

Family Income by Number of Earners in Watersmeet
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners0 (0.0%)$0
1 Earner0 (0.0%)$0
2 Earners66 (100.0%)$76,667
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total66 (100.0%)$76,667

Household Income in Watersmeet

Household Income Brackets in Watersmeet

With 36 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Watersmeet, accounting for 28.1% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Watersmeet
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,9992418.8%
$15,000 to $24,99986.3%
$25,000 to $34,99932.3%
$35,000 to $49,9993325.8%
$50,000 to $74,99997.0%
$75,000 to $99,9993628.1%
$100,000 to $149,99900.0%
$150,000 to $199,99986.3%
$200,000+75.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Watersmeet

The median household income in Watersmeet is $49,333, with the highest median household income of $58,889 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 56 households (43.8%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Watersmeet
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years27 (21.1%)$0
45 to 64 Years56 (43.8%)$58,889
65+ Years45 (35.2%)$0
Total128 (100.0%)$49,333

Poverty in Watersmeet

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Watersmeet

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Watersmeet
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)24 (55.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)24 (19.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Watersmeet

According to the poverty statistics in Watersmeet, males aged 6 to 11 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.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Watersmeet
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years27 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years14 (100.0%)30 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years19 (100.0%)8 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)19 (44.2%)
75 Years and over8 (100.0%)3 (100.0%)
Total120 (100.0%)99 (80.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Watersmeet

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Watersmeet
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Watersmeet

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Watersmeet
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Watersmeet
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Watersmeet

Employment by Class of Employer in Watersmeet

Among the 119 employed individuals in Watersmeet, private company employees (79 | 66.4%), local government employees (18 | 15.1%), and self-employed (incorporated) (10 | 8.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Watersmeet
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees7966.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)108.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)00.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees1815.1%
State Government Employees54.2%
Federal Government Employees75.9%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total119100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Watersmeet

Employment Status by Age in Watersmeet
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years9 (20.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total119 (68.4%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Watersmeet

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Watersmeet
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma52 (83.9%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total110 (91.7%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Watersmeet

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Watersmeet are Business & Financial (12 | 10.1%), Management (9 | 7.6%), Community & Social Service (9 | 7.6%), Education Instruction & Library (9 | 7.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (7 | 5.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Watersmeet

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Watersmeet
OccupationMaleFemale
Management9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)9 (24.3%)28 (75.7%)
Total (Overall)60 (50.4%)59 (49.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Watersmeet are Security & Protection (32 | 26.9%), Firefighting & Prevention (27 | 22.7%), and Law Enforcement (5 | 4.2%).
Services Occupations in Watersmeet

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Watersmeet
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)60 (50.4%)59 (49.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Watersmeet are , and Sales & Related (40 | 33.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Watersmeet

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Watersmeet
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related9 (22.5%)31 (77.5%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)9 (22.5%)31 (77.5%)
Total (Overall)60 (50.4%)59 (49.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Watersmeet

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Watersmeet
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)60 (50.4%)59 (49.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Watersmeet are , and Transportation (10 | 8.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Watersmeet

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Watersmeet
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)60 (50.4%)59 (49.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Watersmeet

Employment Industries in Watersmeet

The major employment industries in Watersmeet include Retail Trade (40 | 33.6%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (27 | 22.7%), Public Administration (14 | 11.8%), Finance & Insurance (12 | 10.1%), and Transportation & Warehousing (10 | 8.4%).
Employment Industries in Watersmeet

Employment Industries by Sex in Watersmeet

The Watersmeet industries that see more men than women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Public Administration (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Educational Services (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Watersmeet
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade9 (22.5%)31 (77.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total60 (50.4%)59 (49.6%)

Education in Watersmeet

School Enrollment in Watersmeet

The most common levels of schooling among the 59 students in Watersmeet are elementary school (42 | 71.2%), college / undergraduate (12 | 20.3%), and high school (5 | 8.5%).
School Enrollment in Watersmeet
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School4271.2%
Middle School00.0%
High School58.5%
College / Undergraduate1220.3%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total59100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Watersmeet

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Watersmeet
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Watersmeet

Liberal arts & history (9 | 42.9%), bio, nature & agricultural (7 | 33.3%), and arts & humanities (5 | 23.8%) are the most common fields of study among 21 individuals in Watersmeet who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Watersmeet
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural733.3%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business00.0%
Education00.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History942.9%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities523.8%
Total21100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Watersmeet

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Watersmeet

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Watersmeet are males with 2 vehicles (37, accounting for 61.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (35, making up 62.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Watersmeet
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle23 (38.3%)24 (40.7%)
2 Vehicles37 (61.7%)35 (59.3%)
3 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total60 (100.0%)59 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Watersmeet

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Watersmeet are 5 to 9 minutes (52 commuters, 43.7%), less than 5 minutes (29 commuters, 24.4%), and 20 to 24 minutes (17 commuters, 14.3%).
Commute Time in Watersmeet
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2924.4%
5 to 9 Minutes5243.7%
10 to 14 Minutes00.0%
15 to 19 Minutes00.0%
20 to 24 Minutes1714.3%
25 to 29 Minutes97.6%
30 to 34 Minutes00.0%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes75.9%
60 to 89 Minutes54.2%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Watersmeet

The most common commute times in Watersmeet are 5 to 9 minutes (37 commuters, 61.7%) for males and less than 5 minutes (20 commuters, 33.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Watersmeet
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes9 (15.0%)20 (33.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes37 (61.7%)15 (25.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes9 (15.0%)8 (13.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)9 (15.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)7 (11.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes5 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Watersmeet

The most frequent times of departure to work in Watersmeet are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (27, 45.0%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (19, 32.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Watersmeet
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)8 (13.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM10 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)8 (13.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)19 (32.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM18 (30.0%)9 (15.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM27 (45.0%)15 (25.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM5 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total60 (100.0%)59 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Watersmeet

Occupancy by Ownership in Watersmeet

Of the total 128 dwellings in Watersmeet, owner-occupied units account for 104 (81.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 24 (18.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Watersmeet
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units10481.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2418.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units128100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Watersmeet

Occupancy by Household Size in Watersmeet
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household6248.4%
2-Person Household1713.3%
3-Person Household3426.6%
4+ Person Household1511.7%
Total Housing Units128100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Watersmeet

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Watersmeet
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household38 (61.3%)24 (38.7%)
2-Person Household17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Household34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units104 (81.2%)24 (18.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Watersmeet

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Watersmeet
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma50 (67.6%)24 (32.4%)
College/Associate Degree35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Watersmeet

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Watersmeet
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2721.1%
35 to 44 Years00.0%
45 to 54 Years3930.5%
55 to 64 Years1713.3%
65 to 74 Years3426.6%
75 to 84 Years32.3%
85 Years and Over86.2%
Total128100.0%

Housing Finances in Watersmeet

Median Income by Occupancy in Watersmeet

Median Income by Occupancy in Watersmeet
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied104 (81.2%)$59,722
Renter-Occupied24 (18.8%)$0
Average128 (100.0%)$49,333

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Watersmeet

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Watersmeet
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9998 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9993 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99933 (31.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9999 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99936 (34.6%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more15 (14.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total104 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Watersmeet

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Watersmeet
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3008 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49921 (20.2%)24 (100.0%)
$500 to $7999 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99959 (56.7%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9997 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total104 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Watersmeet

Housing Structures in Watersmeet

Housing Structures in Watersmeet
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached12093.8%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other86.2%
Total128100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Watersmeet

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Watersmeet
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached96 (80.0%)24 (20.0%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total104 (81.2%)24 (18.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Watersmeet

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Watersmeet
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms72 (69.2%)24 (100.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms23 (22.1%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms9 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total104 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Watersmeet

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Watersmeet
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas89 (85.6%)24 (100.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas7 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels8 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total104 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Watersmeet

Household Vehicle Usage in Watersmeet
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
1 Vehicle54 (51.9%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles50 (48.1%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total104 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Watersmeet

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Watersmeet

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2975
Median Property Value--
Median Household Income$38,375$15
Monthly Housing Costs$341$0
Real Estate Taxes$944$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Watersmeet

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Watersmeet
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0008 (27.6%)24 (32.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99911 (37.9%)24 (32.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99910 (34.5%)27 (36.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total29 (100.0%)75 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Watersmeet

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Watersmeet
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9998 (27.6%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9993 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99918 (62.1%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)15 (20.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)9 (12.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)36 (48.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total29 (100.0%)75 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Watersmeet

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Watersmeet
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x8 (27.6%)76,250 (101,666.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x11 (37.9%)48 (64.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)27 (36.0%)
4.0x or more10 (34.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total29 (100.0%)75 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Watersmeet

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Watersmeet
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8003 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49916 (55.2%)15 (20.0%)
$800 to $1,49910 (34.5%)26 (34.7%)
Total29 (100.0%)75 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Watersmeet

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Watersmeet

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Watersmeet
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total243 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Watersmeet

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Watersmeet
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Watersmeet

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Watersmeet
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00032 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99988 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9999 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99979 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Watersmeet

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Watersmeet
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
6 to 18 Years42 (89.4%)5 (10.6%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)39 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years24 (54.5%)29 (65.9%)
55 to 64 Years9 (33.3%)27 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years43 (100.0%)19 (44.2%)
75 Years and over11 (100.0%)11 (100.0%)
Total139 (57.2%)152 (62.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Watersmeet

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Watersmeet
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)22 (57.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Watersmeet

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Watersmeet: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Watersmeet: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)15 (39.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Watersmeet: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Watersmeet: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)22 (57.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Watersmeet: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Watersmeet

Computing Device Access in Watersmeet

Computing Device Access in Watersmeet
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop9675.0%
Smartphone11186.7%
Tablet7961.7%
No Computing Device86.2%
Total128100.0%

Internet Access in Watersmeet

Internet Access in Watersmeet
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home9977.3%
Cellular Data Only118.6%
Satellite Internet107.8%
No Internet86.2%
Total128100.0%

Watersmeet Summary

Watersmeet is a small unincorporated community located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, in the western part of Gogebic County. It is situated on the Wisconsin border, near the headwaters of the Montreal River, which forms the boundary between Michigan and Wisconsin. The community is located in the Ottawa National Forest, and is surrounded by the Sylvania Wilderness Area.

History

The area around Watersmeet was first inhabited by the Ojibwe people, who used the area for hunting and fishing. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 19th century, and the community was established in the early 1900s. The name Watersmeet was derived from the fact that the Montreal River and the Presque Isle River meet at the site.
The area was initially used for logging, and the first sawmill was built in the area in the early 1900s. The logging industry was the main source of employment in the area until the mid-20th century, when the industry began to decline. The area is now primarily used for recreation, and the local economy is supported by tourism.

Geography

Watersmeet is located in the western part of Gogebic County, in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. It is situated on the Wisconsin border, near the headwaters of the Montreal River, which forms the boundary between Michigan and Wisconsin. The community is located in the Ottawa National Forest, and is surrounded by the Sylvania Wilderness Area.
The area is characterized by rolling hills, dense forests, and numerous lakes and rivers. The climate is generally cool and humid, with cold winters and warm summers.

Economy

The economy of Watersmeet is primarily supported by tourism. The area is popular for outdoor activities such as fishing, hunting, camping, and hiking. The area is also home to several resorts and lodges, which provide accommodations for visitors.
The local economy is also supported by the logging industry, which is still active in the area. The logging industry is primarily focused on the harvesting of timber for the production of lumber and other wood products.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Watersmeet was 1,068. The racial makeup of the community was 97.3% White, 0.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median household income in Watersmeet was $37,917, and the median family income was $45,000. The per capita income was $19,945. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.2% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Watersmeet?
Total Population of Watersmeet is 243.
What is the Total Male Population of Watersmeet?
Total Male Population of Watersmeet is 120.
What is the Total Female Population of Watersmeet?
Total Female Population of Watersmeet is 123.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Watersmeet?
There are 97.56 Males per 100 Females in Watersmeet.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Watersmeet?
There are 102.50 Females per 100 Males in Watersmeet.
What is the Median Population Age in Watersmeet?
Median Population Age in Watersmeet is 45.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Watersmeet
Average Family Size in Watersmeet is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Watersmeet
Average Household Size in Watersmeet is 1.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Watersmeet?
Per Capita income in Watersmeet is $31,654.
What is the Median Family Income in Watersmeet?
Median Family Income in Watersmeet is $76,667.
What is the Median Household income in Watersmeet?
Median Household Income in Watersmeet is $49,333.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Watersmeet?
Income or Wage Gap in Watersmeet is 1.3%.
Women in Watersmeet earn 98.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Watersmeet?
Inequality or Gini Index in Watersmeet is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Watersmeet?
There are 119 People in the Labor Forcein in Watersmeet.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Watersmeet?
68.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Watersmeet.