Le Center, MN

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Le Center Overview

2,502
TOTAL POPULATION
1,277
MALE POPULATION
1,225
FEMALE POPULATION
104.24
MALES / 100 FEMALES
95.93
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,173
PER CAPITA INCOME
$89,000
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$63,944
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
20.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
79.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.37
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,418
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
69.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Le Center Zip Codes

Le Center Area Codes

Race in Le Center

The most populous races in Le Center are White / Caucasian (2,152 | 86.0%), Hispanic or Latino (573 | 22.9%), and Some other Race (203 | 8.1%).
Race in Le Center
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American90.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino57322.9%
Native / Alaskan70.3%
White / Caucasian2,15286.0%
Two or more Races1315.2%
Some other Race2038.1%
Total2,502100.0%

Ancestry in Le Center

The most populous ancestries reported in Le Center are German (920 | 36.8%), Mexican (557 | 22.3%), Czech (243 | 9.7%), English (239 | 9.6%), and Irish (231 | 9.2%), together accounting for 87.5% of all Le Center residents.
Ancestry in Le Center
Ancestry# Population% Population
American502.0%
Austrian150.6%
Blackfeet10.0%
British60.2%
Central American100.4%
Chippewa20.1%
Czech2439.7%
Czechoslovakian241.0%
Dutch321.3%
Eastern European351.4%
English2399.6%
French210.8%
German92036.8%
Honduran100.4%
Irish2319.2%
Italian110.4%
Latvian50.2%
Mexican55722.3%
Norwegian1616.4%
Polish722.9%
Scandinavian130.5%
Scotch-Irish120.5%
Scottish50.2%
Sioux70.3%
Swedish712.8%
Swiss40.2%
Welsh60.2%
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Immigrants in Le Center

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Le Center came from Central America (298 | 11.9%), Latin America (298 | 11.9%), Mexico (288 | 11.5%), Canada (11 | 0.4%), and Honduras (10 | 0.4%), together accounting for 36.2% of all Le Center residents.
Immigrants in Le Center
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Canada110.4%
Central America29811.9%
Honduras100.4%
Latin America29811.9%
Mexico28811.5%
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Sex and Age in Le Center

Sex and Age in Le Center

The most populous age groups in Le Center are 20 to 24 Years (158 | 12.4%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (132 | 10.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Le Center
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years80 (6.3%)44 (3.6%)
5 to 9 Years59 (4.6%)57 (4.6%)
10 to 14 Years108 (8.5%)107 (8.7%)
15 to 19 Years41 (3.2%)44 (3.6%)
20 to 24 Years158 (12.4%)132 (10.8%)
25 to 29 Years81 (6.3%)99 (8.1%)
30 to 34 Years95 (7.4%)69 (5.6%)
35 to 39 Years91 (7.1%)52 (4.2%)
40 to 44 Years130 (10.2%)67 (5.5%)
45 to 49 Years63 (4.9%)75 (6.1%)
50 to 54 Years117 (9.2%)82 (6.7%)
55 to 59 Years76 (5.9%)79 (6.5%)
60 to 64 Years69 (5.4%)73 (6.0%)
65 to 69 Years40 (3.1%)68 (5.6%)
70 to 74 Years28 (2.2%)56 (4.6%)
75 to 79 Years17 (1.3%)30 (2.5%)
80 to 84 Years11 (0.9%)21 (1.7%)
85 Years and over13 (1.0%)70 (5.7%)
Total1,277 (100.0%)1,225 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Le Center

Median Family Size in Le Center

The median family size in Le Center is 2.98 persons per family, with married-couple families (498 | 77.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.1 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (83 | 12.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.33 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Le Center
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple498 (77.1%)3.10
Single Male/Father83 (12.9%)2.33
Single Female/Mother65 (10.1%)2.91
Total Families646 (100.0%)2.98

Median Household Size in Le Center

The median household size in Le Center is 2.50 persons per household, with single female/mother households (65 | 6.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.26 persons per household. non-family households (329 | 33.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Le Center
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple498 (51.1%)3.13
Single Male/Father83 (8.5%)3.25
Single Female/Mother65 (6.7%)3.26
Non-family329 (33.7%)1.20
Total Households975 (100.0%)2.50

Household Size by Marriage Status in Le Center

Out of a total of 975 households in Le Center, 646 (66.3%) are family households, while 329 (33.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 218, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 275.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Le Center
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-275 (28.2%)
2-Person Households218 (22.4%)48 (4.9%)
3-Person Households195 (20.0%)6 (0.6%)
4-Person Households101 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households94 (9.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households38 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total646 (66.3%)329 (33.7%)

Female Fertility in Le Center

Fertility by Age in Le Center

Average fertility rate in Le Center is 21.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 40.0 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 Le Center
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years12 (100.0%)40.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total12 (100.0%)21.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Le Center

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Le Center
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Le Center

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Le Center
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School12 (100.0%)86.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total12 (100.0%)21.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Le Center

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Le Center
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)

Income in Le Center

Income Overview in Le Center

Per Capita Income in Le Center is $31,173, while median incomes of families and households are $89,000 and $63,944 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,502$31,173
Median Family Income646$89,000
Mean Family Income646$93,786
Median Household Income975$63,944
Mean Household Income975$80,045
Income Deficit646$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,50220.80%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,50279.20¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,5020.37

Earnings by Sex in Le Center

Average Earnings in Le Center are $38,712, $45,280 for men and $35,864 for women, a difference of 20.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Le Center
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male851 (56.5%)$45,280
Female654 (43.5%)$35,864
Total1,505 (100.0%)$38,712

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Le Center

The most common earnings brackets in Le Center are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (138 | 16.2%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (142 | 21.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Le Center
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less63 (7.4%)25 (3.8%)
$2,500 to $4,99914 (1.7%)12 (1.8%)
$5,000 to $7,49947 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9993 (0.4%)10 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)30 (4.6%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)9 (1.4%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)2 (0.3%)
$17,500 to $19,9995 (0.6%)59 (9.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49927 (3.2%)10 (1.5%)
$22,500 to $24,99922 (2.6%)13 (2.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99971 (8.3%)104 (15.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99952 (6.1%)34 (5.2%)
$35,000 to $39,99966 (7.8%)142 (21.7%)
$40,000 to $44,99949 (5.8%)14 (2.1%)
$45,000 to $49,99965 (7.6%)36 (5.5%)
$50,000 to $54,99950 (5.9%)23 (3.5%)
$55,000 to $64,999138 (16.2%)52 (8.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99935 (4.1%)22 (3.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999134 (15.8%)40 (6.1%)
$100,000+10 (1.2%)17 (2.6%)
Total851 (100.0%)654 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Le Center

Average earnings in Le Center are $51,765 for men and $37,517 for women, a difference of 27.5%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $63,200, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $43,929. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $85,625, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $24,844.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Le Center
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$43,929$24,844
High School Diploma$45,982$37,719
College or Associate's Degree$63,200$37,586
Bachelor's Degree$59,250$47,083
Graduate Degree$45,521$85,625
Total$51,765$37,517

Family Income in Le Center

Family Income Brackets in Le Center

According to the Le Center family income data, there are 163 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.2% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 6 families (0.9%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Le Center
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000172.6%
$10,000 to $14,99960.9%
$15,000 to $24,999132.0%
$25,000 to $34,9998212.7%
$35,000 to $49,999568.7%
$50,000 to $74,99910015.5%
$75,000 to $99,9998513.2%
$100,000 to $149,99916325.2%
$150,000 to $199,99911117.2%
$200,000+132.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Le Center

5-person families (98 | 15.2%) account for the highest median family income in Le Center with $136,563 per family, while 3-person families (122 | 18.9%) have the highest median income of $34,905 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Le Center
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families295 (45.7%)$56,328
3-Person Families122 (18.9%)$104,716
4-Person Families113 (17.5%)$67,279
5-Person Families98 (15.2%)$136,563
6-Person Families18 (2.8%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total646 (100.0%)$89,000

Family Income by Number of Earners in Le Center

The median family income in Le Center is $89,000, with families comprising 3+ earners (170) having the highest median family income of $143,714, while families with no earners (40) have the lowest median family income of $33,333, accounting for 26.3% and 6.2% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Le Center
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners40 (6.2%)$33,333
1 Earner224 (34.7%)$39,500
2 Earners212 (32.8%)$117,708
3+ Earners170 (26.3%)$143,714
Total646 (100.0%)$89,000

Household Income in Le Center

Household Income Brackets in Le Center

With 198 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Le Center, accounting for 20.3% of all households. In contrast, only 13 households (1.3%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Le Center
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000272.8%
$10,000 to $14,999303.1%
$15,000 to $24,999878.9%
$25,000 to $34,999495.0%
$35,000 to $49,99915616.0%
$50,000 to $74,99918418.9%
$75,000 to $99,99912012.3%
$100,000 to $149,99919820.3%
$150,000 to $199,99911111.4%
$200,000+131.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Le Center

The median household income in Le Center is $63,944, with the highest median household income of $104,517 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 345 households (35.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $25,000, with 242 households (24.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Le Center
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years77 (7.9%)$47,904
25 to 44 Years311 (31.9%)$64,974
45 to 64 Years345 (35.4%)$104,517
65+ Years242 (24.8%)$25,000
Total975 (100.0%)$63,944

Poverty in Le Center

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Le Center

With 7.3% poverty level for males and 7.5% for females among the residents of Le Center, 25 to 34 year old males and 65 to 74 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 28 males (15.9%) and 34 females (29.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Le Center
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years12 (15.0%)9 (20.4%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years11 (10.8%)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 Years18 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years28 (15.9%)20 (11.9%)
35 to 44 Years13 (5.9%)10 (8.4%)
45 to 54 Years4 (2.3%)2 (1.3%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)2 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)34 (29.3%)
75 Years and over6 (14.6%)13 (12.3%)
Total92 (7.3%)90 (7.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Le Center

According to the poverty statistics in Le Center, males aged 5 years and females aged 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 Le Center
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years68 (85.0%)35 (79.5%)
5 Years16 (100.0%)17 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years91 (89.2%)91 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years49 (100.0%)56 (100.0%)
15 Years1 (100.0%)3 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years31 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years142 (88.7%)149 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years148 (84.1%)148 (88.1%)
35 to 44 Years208 (94.1%)109 (91.6%)
45 to 54 Years167 (97.7%)155 (98.7%)
55 to 64 Years145 (100.0%)150 (98.7%)
65 to 74 Years58 (100.0%)82 (70.7%)
75 Years and over35 (85.4%)93 (87.7%)
Total1,159 (92.6%)1,112 (92.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Le Center

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Le Center show that 1.0% or 5 of the total 498 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 1.4%, comprising of 5 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Le Center
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children348 (98.6%)5 (1.4%)
1 or 2 Children106 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total493 (99.0%)5 (1.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Le Center

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Le Center
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)6 (22.2%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)12 (75.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)18 (27.7%)

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

The poverty data for Le Center shows that 5 of the married-couple family households (1.0%) and 18 of the single-parent households (12.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (1.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 household (33.3%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Le Center
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children5 (1.4%)6 (20.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)12 (33.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5 (1.0%)18 (12.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Le Center

Employment by Class of Employer in Le Center

Among the 1,322 employed individuals in Le Center, private company employees (878 | 66.4%), local government employees (169 | 12.8%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (118 | 8.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Le Center
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees87866.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)513.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1188.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations836.3%
Local Government Employees16912.8%
State Government Employees171.3%
Federal Government Employees60.4%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,322100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Le Center

According to the labor force statistics for Le Center, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,043), 69.4% or 1,418 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.5% or 78 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 92.9% or 313 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 15.7% or 29 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Le Center
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years28 (34.6%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years185 (63.8%)29 (15.7%)
25 to 29 Years165 (91.7%)5 (3.0%)
30 to 34 Years134 (81.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years285 (83.8%)5 (1.8%)
45 to 54 Years313 (92.9%)39 (12.5%)
55 to 59 Years136 (87.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years118 (83.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years43 (22.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over11 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,418 (69.4%)78 (5.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Le Center

According to labor force statistics for Le Center, 87.3% of individuals (1,151) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,318) are in the labor force, with 4.3% or 49 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 162 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.5% or 35 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Le Center
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School165 (90.7%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma411 (90.3%)11 (2.4%)
College / Associate Degree413 (81.3%)43 (8.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher162 (93.6%)4 (2.5%)
Total1,151 (87.3%)57 (4.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Le Center

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Le Center are Community & Social Service (105 | 7.8%), Management (100 | 7.5%), Education, Arts & Media (57 | 4.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (51 | 3.8%), and Education Instruction & Library (43 | 3.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Le Center

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Le Center, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Management (81.0%), and Business & Financial (50.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Le Center
OccupationMaleFemale
Management81 (81.0%)19 (19.0%)
Business & Financial15 (50.0%)15 (50.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science15 (40.5%)22 (59.5%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 22 (20.9%)83 (79.0%)
Education, Arts & Media18 (31.6%)39 (68.4%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library4 (9.3%)39 (90.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating17 (33.3%)34 (66.7%)
Health Technologists17 (44.7%)21 (55.3%)
Total (Category)150 (46.4%)173 (53.6%)
Total (Overall)743 (55.4%)597 (44.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Le Center are Healthcare Support (69 | 5.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (44 | 3.3%), Food Preparation & Serving (42 | 3.1%), Personal Care & Service (39 | 2.9%), and Security & Protection (28 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations in Le Center

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Le Center, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (50.0%), and Security & Protection (28.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (92.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Le Center
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)69 (100.0%)
Security & Protection8 (28.6%)20 (71.4%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Law Enforcement8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving3 (7.1%)39 (92.9%)
Cleaning & Maintenance22 (50.0%)22 (50.0%)
Personal Care & Service5 (12.8%)34 (87.2%)
Total (Category)38 (17.1%)184 (82.9%)
Total (Overall)743 (55.4%)597 (44.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Le Center are Office & Administration (126 | 9.4%), and Sales & Related (68 | 5.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Le Center

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Le Center
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related42 (61.8%)26 (38.2%)
Office & Administration5 (4.0%)121 (96.0%)
Total (Category)47 (24.2%)147 (75.8%)
Total (Overall)743 (55.4%)597 (44.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Le Center are Construction & Extraction (170 | 12.7%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (52 | 3.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (22 | 1.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Le Center

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Le Center
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction170 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)244 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)743 (55.4%)597 (44.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Le Center are Production (182 | 13.6%), Material Moving (123 | 9.2%), and Transportation (52 | 3.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Le Center

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Le Center
OccupationMaleFemale
Production147 (80.8%)35 (19.2%)
Transportation48 (92.3%)4 (7.7%)
Material Moving69 (56.1%)54 (43.9%)
Total (Category)264 (74.0%)93 (26.1%)
Total (Overall)743 (55.4%)597 (44.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Le Center

Employment Industries in Le Center

The major employment industries in Le Center include Manufacturing (295 | 22.0%), Construction (216 | 16.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (165 | 12.3%), Educational Services (126 | 9.4%), and Retail Trade (95 | 7.1%).
Employment Industries in Le Center

Employment Industries by Sex in Le Center

The Le Center industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Construction (97.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Le Center
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting40 (88.9%)5 (11.1%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction211 (97.7%)5 (2.3%)
Manufacturing194 (65.8%)101 (34.2%)
Wholesale Trade67 (72.8%)25 (27.2%)
Retail Trade70 (73.7%)25 (26.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing29 (72.5%)11 (27.5%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance5 (13.5%)32 (86.5%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific7 (53.8%)6 (46.2%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support32 (65.3%)17 (34.7%)
Educational Services28 (22.2%)98 (77.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)165 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services3 (21.4%)11 (78.6%)
Public Administration14 (23.3%)46 (76.7%)
Total743 (55.4%)597 (44.6%)

Education in Le Center

School Enrollment in Le Center

The most common levels of schooling among the 513 students in Le Center are middle school (150 | 29.2%), high school (144 | 28.1%), and college / undergraduate (72 | 14.0%).
School Enrollment in Le Center
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool346.6%
Kindergarten519.9%
Elementary School6212.1%
Middle School15029.2%
High School14428.1%
College / Undergraduate7214.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total513100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Le Center

Out of a total of 513 students who are enrolled in schools in Le Center, 78 (15.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 435 (84.8%) 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 30 (78.9% 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 12 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Le Center
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old88 (75.9%)28 (24.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds188 (96.4%)7 (3.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds48 (88.9%)6 (11.1%)
18 to 19 Year Olds26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds56 (88.9%)7 (11.1%)
25 to 34 Year Olds8 (21.0%)30 (78.9%)
35 Years and over9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total435 (84.8%)78 (15.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Le Center

Education (77 | 30.7%), business (47 | 18.7%), science & technology (36 | 14.3%), arts & humanities (25 | 10.0%), and liberal arts & history (18 | 7.2%) are the most common fields of study among 251 individuals in Le Center who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Le Center
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics166.4%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural31.2%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology62.4%
Social Sciences52.0%
Engineering72.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology3614.3%
Business4718.7%
Education7730.7%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History187.2%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications114.4%
Arts & Humanities2510.0%
Total251100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Le Center

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Le Center

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Le Center are males with 2 vehicles (359, accounting for 49.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (259, making up 60.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Le Center
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle91 (12.5%)73 (12.3%)
2 Vehicles359 (49.2%)259 (43.8%)
3 Vehicles169 (23.2%)157 (26.5%)
4 Vehicles89 (12.2%)52 (8.8%)
5 or more Vehicles22 (3.0%)51 (8.6%)
Total730 (100.0%)592 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Le Center

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Le Center are 5 to 9 minutes (317 commuters, 25.0%), 20 to 24 minutes (169 commuters, 13.3%), and 15 to 19 minutes (149 commuters, 11.7%).
Commute Time in Le Center
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1179.2%
5 to 9 Minutes31725.0%
10 to 14 Minutes574.5%
15 to 19 Minutes14911.7%
20 to 24 Minutes16913.3%
25 to 29 Minutes1209.5%
30 to 34 Minutes12710.0%
35 to 39 Minutes50.4%
40 to 44 Minutes685.4%
45 to 59 Minutes453.5%
60 to 89 Minutes826.5%
90 or more Minutes131.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Le Center

The most common commute times in Le Center are 5 to 9 minutes (208 commuters, 29.0%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (109 commuters, 19.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Le Center
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes63 (8.8%)54 (9.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes208 (29.0%)109 (19.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes48 (6.7%)9 (1.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes68 (9.5%)81 (14.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes89 (12.4%)80 (14.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes42 (5.9%)78 (14.1%)
30 to 34 Minutes53 (7.4%)74 (13.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)5 (0.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes51 (7.1%)17 (3.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes24 (3.4%)21 (3.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes66 (9.2%)16 (2.9%)
90 or more Minutes5 (0.7%)8 (1.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Le Center

The most frequent times of departure to work in Le Center are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (137, 19.1%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (151, 27.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Le Center
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM46 (6.4%)49 (8.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM59 (8.2%)19 (3.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM137 (19.1%)11 (2.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM137 (19.1%)16 (2.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM94 (13.1%)74 (13.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM46 (6.4%)79 (14.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM89 (12.4%)151 (27.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM8 (1.1%)44 (8.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)8 (1.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM8 (1.1%)33 (6.0%)
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 PM28 (3.9%)23 (4.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM65 (9.1%)45 (8.2%)
Total717 (100.0%)552 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Le Center

Occupancy by Ownership in Le Center

Of the total 975 dwellings in Le Center, owner-occupied units account for 707 (72.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 268 (27.5%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Le Center
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units70772.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units26827.5%
Total Occupied Housing Units975100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Le Center

Occupancy by Household Size in Le Center
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household27528.2%
2-Person Household26627.3%
3-Person Household20120.6%
4+ Person Household23323.9%
Total Housing Units975100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Le Center

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Le Center
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household144 (52.4%)131 (47.6%)
2-Person Household255 (95.9%)11 (4.1%)
3-Person Household130 (64.7%)71 (35.3%)
4+ Person Household178 (76.4%)55 (23.6%)
Total Housing Units707 (72.5%)268 (27.5%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Le Center

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Le Center
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School45 (64.3%)25 (35.7%)
High School Diploma277 (74.1%)97 (25.9%)
College/Associate Degree271 (70.2%)115 (29.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher114 (78.6%)31 (21.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Le Center

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Le Center
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years22022.6%
35 to 44 Years16817.2%
45 to 54 Years17818.3%
55 to 64 Years16717.1%
65 to 74 Years12612.9%
75 to 84 Years495.0%
85 Years and Over676.9%
Total975100.0%

Housing Finances in Le Center

Median Income by Occupancy in Le Center

Median Income by Occupancy in Le Center
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied707 (72.5%)$84,602
Renter-Occupied268 (27.5%)$47,868
Average975 (100.0%)$63,944

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Le Center

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Le Center
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0003 (0.4%)7 (2.6%)
$5,000 to $9,9995 (0.7%)12 (4.5%)
$10,000 to $14,9996 (0.9%)24 (9.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99918 (2.5%)39 (14.5%)
$20,000 to $24,99921 (3.0%)9 (3.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99949 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99984 (11.9%)72 (26.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999112 (15.8%)72 (26.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999105 (14.8%)15 (5.6%)
$100,000 to $149,999189 (26.7%)9 (3.4%)
$150,000 or more115 (16.3%)9 (3.4%)
Total707 (100.0%)268 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Le Center

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Le Center
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30017 (2.4%)32 (11.9%)
$300 to $499108 (15.3%)48 (17.9%)
$500 to $799122 (17.3%)68 (25.4%)
$800 to $99980 (11.3%)29 (10.8%)
$1,000 to $1,499207 (29.3%)74 (27.6%)
$1,500 to $1,999109 (15.4%)11 (4.1%)
$2,000 to $2,49959 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9995 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total707 (100.0%)268 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Le Center

Housing Structures in Le Center

Housing Structures in Le Center
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached77079.0%
Single Unit, Attached121.2%
2 Unit Apartments40.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments606.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments30.3%
10 or more Apartments929.4%
Mobile Home / Other343.5%
Total975100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Le Center

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Le Center
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached650 (84.4%)120 (15.6%)
Single Unit, Attached12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments4 (6.7%)56 (93.3%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)92 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total707 (72.5%)268 (27.5%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Le Center

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Le Center
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room13 (1.8%)12 (4.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms5 (0.7%)84 (31.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms204 (28.8%)131 (48.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms193 (27.3%)32 (11.9%)
8 or more Rooms292 (41.3%)9 (3.4%)
Total707 (100.0%)268 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Le Center

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Le Center
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas649 (91.8%)121 (45.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas16 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity26 (3.7%)147 (54.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels16 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total707 (100.0%)268 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Le Center

Household Vehicle Usage in Le Center
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle9 (1.3%)30 (11.2%)
1 Vehicle126 (17.8%)146 (54.5%)
2 Vehicles325 (46.0%)86 (32.1%)
3 or more Vehicles247 (34.9%)6 (2.2%)
Total707 (100.0%)268 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Le Center

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Le Center

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units253454
Median Property Value$157,400$181,000
Median Household Income$51,938$80
Monthly Housing Costs$502$0
Real Estate Taxes$2,019$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Le Center

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Le Center
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00042 (16.6%)13 (2.9%)
$50,000 to $99,99924 (9.5%)19 (4.2%)
$100,000 to $299,999177 (70.0%)372 (81.9%)
$300,000 to $499,99910 (4.0%)50 (11.0%)
$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%)
Total253 (100.0%)454 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Le Center

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Le Center
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0008 (3.2%)9 (2.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99932 (12.7%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99942 (16.6%)13 (2.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99929 (11.5%)7 (1.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99953 (20.9%)55 (12.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99938 (15.0%)59 (13.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99916 (6.3%)67 (14.8%)
$150,000 or more35 (13.8%)173 (38.1%)
Total253 (100.0%)454 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Le Center

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Le Center
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x84 (33.2%)103,920 (22,889.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x31 (12.2%)254 (55.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x58 (22.9%)93 (20.5%)
4.0x or more80 (31.6%)29 (6.4%)
Total253 (100.0%)454 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Le Center

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Le Center
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80017 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49967 (26.5%)22 (4.9%)
$800 to $1,499158 (62.5%)97 (21.4%)
Total253 (100.0%)454 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Le Center

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Le Center

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Le Center
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years146 (93.0%)11 (7.0%)
6 to 18 Years324 (86.9%)49 (13.1%)
19 to 25 Years262 (80.6%)63 (19.4%)
26 to 34 Years238 (76.3%)74 (23.7%)
35 to 44 Years249 (73.2%)91 (26.8%)
45 to 54 Years301 (91.8%)27 (8.2%)
55 to 64 Years288 (97.0%)9 (3.0%)
65 to 74 Years174 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older147 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,129 (86.8%)324 (13.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Le Center

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Le Center
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born146 (93.0%)11 (7.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen324 (86.9%)49 (13.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen262 (80.6%)63 (19.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Le Center

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Le Center
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000198 (91.7%)18 (8.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999362 (77.8%)103 (22.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999324 (65.7%)169 (34.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999341 (98.8%)4 (1.2%)
$100,000 and over888 (96.7%)30 (3.3%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Le Center

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Le Center
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6102 (65.0%)63 (40.1%)
6 to 18 Years190 (50.9%)146 (39.1%)
19 to 25 Years72 (22.2%)201 (61.9%)
25 to 34 Years70 (22.4%)209 (67.0%)
35 to 44 Years135 (39.7%)146 (42.9%)
45 to 54 Years16 (4.9%)285 (86.9%)
55 to 64 Years72 (24.2%)244 (82.2%)
65 to 74 Years169 (97.1%)84 (48.3%)
75 Years and over147 (100.0%)87 (59.2%)
Total973 (39.7%)1,465 (59.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Le Center

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Le Center
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years11 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years74 (22.0%)44 (13.9%)
35 to 64 Years29 (5.4%)24 (5.6%)
65 to 74 Years15 (25.9%)29 (25.0%)
75 Years and over22 (53.7%)48 (45.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Le Center

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Le Center: <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 Years6 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over14 (34.2%)26 (24.5%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Le Center: <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 Years19 (3.5%)15 (3.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)12 (11.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Le Center: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years11 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years53 (15.8%)44 (13.9%)
35 to 64 Years23 (4.3%)11 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)5 (4.7%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Le Center: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years2 (0.6%)8 (2.5%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)2 (0.5%)
65 to 74 Years10 (17.2%)29 (25.0%)
75 Years and over8 (19.5%)48 (45.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Le Center: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)8 (2.5%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)2 (0.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over5 (12.2%)13 (12.3%)

Technology Access in Le Center

Computing Device Access in Le Center

Computing Device Access in Le Center
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop63565.1%
Smartphone82884.9%
Tablet57959.4%
No Computing Device949.6%
Total975100.0%

Internet Access in Le Center

Internet Access in Le Center
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home67068.7%
Cellular Data Only10610.9%
Satellite Internet484.9%
No Internet17818.3%
Total975100.0%

Le Center Summary

History

Le Center is a city located in Le Sueur County, Minnesota. It is situated along the Minnesota River, approximately 50 miles southwest of Minneapolis. The city was founded in 1853 by a group of settlers from New York, led by William H. Le Center. The city was named after the leader of the group, and the name was later changed to Le Center.
The city was originally a farming community, and the first settlers were primarily of German and Irish descent. The city was incorporated in 1858, and the first mayor was William H. Le Center. The city grew slowly over the years, and by the early 1900s, it had become a thriving agricultural center.
The city experienced a period of growth in the 1950s and 1960s, when the population increased from 1,000 to over 3,000. This growth was largely due to the construction of the Minnesota River Valley Dam, which provided irrigation and hydroelectric power to the area.

The city has continued to grow since then and as of the 2010 census the population was 4 073

Geography

Le Center is located in the Minnesota River Valley, approximately 50 miles southwest of Minneapolis. The city is situated on the banks of the Minnesota River, and is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The city is located in the Central Hardwood Forest ecoregion, and is home to a variety of wildlife, including white-tailed deer, wild turkeys, and bald eagles.
The city has a total area of 2.2 square miles, all of which is land. The average elevation is 945 feet above sea level.

Economy

Le Center’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several large agricultural operations, including a dairy farm, a hog farm, and a poultry farm. The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a plastics manufacturer, a metal fabricator, and a machine shop.
The city is also home to several retail businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a variety of restaurants.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Le Center was 4,073. The racial makeup of the city was 95.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $45,938, and the median income for a family was $51,938. The per capita income for the city was $20,938. 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 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Le Center?
Total Population of Le Center is 2,502.
What is the Total Male Population of Le Center?
Total Male Population of Le Center is 1,277.
What is the Total Female Population of Le Center?
Total Female Population of Le Center is 1,225.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Le Center?
There are 104.24 Males per 100 Females in Le Center.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Le Center?
There are 95.93 Females per 100 Males in Le Center.
What is the Median Population Age in Le Center?
Median Population Age in Le Center is 36.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Le Center
Average Family Size in Le Center is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Le Center
Average Household Size in Le Center is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Le Center?
Per Capita income in Le Center is $31,173.
What is the Median Family Income in Le Center?
Median Family Income in Le Center is $89,000.
What is the Median Household income in Le Center?
Median Household Income in Le Center is $63,944.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Le Center?
Income or Wage Gap in Le Center is 20.8%.
Women in Le Center earn 79.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Le Center?
Inequality or Gini Index in Le Center is 0.37.
How Large is the Labor Force in Le Center?
There are 1,418 People in the Labor Forcein in Le Center.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Le Center?
69.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Le Center.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Le Center?
Unemployment Rate in Le Center is 5.5%.