Melrose, MN
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Melrose Overview
3,606
TOTAL POPULATION
1,876
MALE POPULATION
1,730
FEMALE POPULATION
108.44
MALES / 100 FEMALES
92.22
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$33,487
PER CAPITA INCOME
$100,455
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$54,951
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
32.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
67.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,796
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Melrose Zip Codes
Melrose Area Codes
Race in Melrose
The most populous races in Melrose are White / Caucasian (3,154 | 87.5%), Hispanic or Latino (633 | 17.5%), and Some other Race (300 | 8.3%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 24 | 0.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 633 | 17.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 3,154 | 87.5% |
| Two or more Races | 128 | 3.5% |
| Some other Race | 300 | 8.3% |
| Total | 3,606 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Melrose
The most populous ancestries reported in Melrose are German (1,435 | 39.8%), Mexican (547 | 15.2%), American (342 | 9.5%), English (207 | 5.7%), and Norwegian (157 | 4.3%), together accounting for 74.5% of all Melrose residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 342 | 9.5% |
| Austrian | 13 | 0.4% |
| British | 14 | 0.4% |
| Czech | 52 | 1.4% |
| Dutch | 99 | 2.8% |
| English | 207 | 5.7% |
| Finnish | 6 | 0.2% |
| French | 15 | 0.4% |
| German | 1,435 | 39.8% |
| Greek | 20 | 0.5% |
| Irish | 80 | 2.2% |
| Italian | 10 | 0.3% |
| Mexican | 547 | 15.2% |
| Norwegian | 157 | 4.3% |
| Polish | 146 | 4.1% |
| Russian | 7 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 12 | 0.3% |
| Swedish | 28 | 0.8% |
| Welsh | 85 | 2.4% | View All 19 Rows |
Immigrants in Melrose
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Melrose came from Central America (197 | 5.5%), Latin America (197 | 5.5%), and Mexico (197 | 5.5%), together accounting for 16.4% of all Melrose residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Central America | 197 | 5.5% |
| Latin America | 197 | 5.5% |
| Mexico | 197 | 5.5% | View All 3 Rows |
Sex and Age in Melrose
Sex and Age in Melrose
The most populous age groups in Melrose are 65 to 69 Years (164 | 8.7%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (169 | 9.8%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 129 (6.9%) | 85 (4.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 89 (4.7%) | 123 (7.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 116 (6.2%) | 120 (6.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 99 (5.3%) | 91 (5.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 90 (4.8%) | 25 (1.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 158 (8.4%) | 136 (7.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 76 (4.1%) | 108 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 136 (7.2%) | 83 (4.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 42 (2.2%) | 36 (2.1%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 111 (5.9%) | 152 (8.8%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 121 (6.5%) | 55 (3.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 139 (7.4%) | 109 (6.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 156 (8.3%) | 169 (9.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 164 (8.7%) | 148 (8.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 101 (5.4%) | 85 (4.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 12 (0.6%) | 35 (2.0%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 89 (4.7%) | 99 (5.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 48 (2.6%) | 71 (4.1%) |
| Total | 1,876 (100.0%) | 1,730 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Melrose
Median Family Size in Melrose
The median family size in Melrose is 3.05 persons per family, with married-couple families (741 | 83.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.1 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (80 | 9.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.70 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 741 (83.6%) | 3.10 |
| Single Male/Father | 65 (7.3%) | 2.92 |
| Single Female/Mother | 80 (9.0%) | 2.70 |
| Total Families | 886 (100.0%) | 3.05 |
Median Household Size in Melrose
The median household size in Melrose is 2.21 persons per household, with single male/father households (65 | 4.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.17 persons per household. non-family households (702 | 44.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.10 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 741 (46.7%) | 3.10 |
| Single Male/Father | 65 (4.1%) | 3.17 |
| Single Female/Mother | 80 (5.0%) | 2.95 |
| Non-family | 702 (44.2%) | 1.10 |
| Total Households | 1,588 (100.0%) | 2.21 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Melrose
Out of a total of 1,588 households in Melrose, 886 (55.8%) are family households, while 702 (44.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 403, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 647.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 647 (40.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 403 (25.4%) | 28 (1.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 185 (11.7%) | 27 (1.7%) |
| 4-Person Households | 131 (8.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 161 (10.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 6 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 886 (55.8%) | 702 (44.2%) |
Female Fertility in Melrose
Fertility by Age in Melrose
Average fertility rate in Melrose is 45.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 108.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 29 (100.0%) | 108.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 29 (100.0%) | 45.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Melrose
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 29 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 29 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Melrose
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 16 (55.2%) | 104.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 13 (44.8%) | 53.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 29 (100.0%) | 45.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Melrose
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 29 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in Melrose
Income Overview in Melrose
Per Capita Income in Melrose is $33,487, while median incomes of families and households are $100,455 and $54,951 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 3,606 | $33,487 |
| Median Family Income | 886 | $100,455 |
| Mean Family Income | 886 | $104,808 |
| Median Household Income | 1,588 | $54,951 |
| Mean Household Income | 1,588 | $76,255 |
| Income Deficit | 886 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 3,606 | 32.25% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 3,606 | 67.75¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 3,606 | 0.45 |
Earnings by Sex in Melrose
Average Earnings in Melrose are $44,583, $50,925 for men and $34,500 for women, a difference of 32.3%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,185 (62.1%) | $50,925 |
| Female | 724 (37.9%) | $34,500 |
| Total | 1,909 (100.0%) | $44,583 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Melrose
The most common earnings brackets in Melrose are $50,000 to $54,999 for men (179 | 15.1%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (105 | 14.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 36 (3.0%) | 67 (9.2%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 91 (7.7%) | 58 (8.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 46 (3.9%) | 12 (1.7%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 31 (2.6%) | 30 (4.1%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 9 (0.8%) | 3 (0.4%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 11 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (1.9%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 5 (0.4%) | 8 (1.1%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (3.2%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 11 (0.9%) | 26 (3.6%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 52 (4.4%) | 34 (4.7%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 72 (6.1%) | 104 (14.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 54 (4.6%) | 51 (7.0%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 84 (7.1%) | 29 (4.0%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 35 (2.9%) | 39 (5.4%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 179 (15.1%) | 40 (5.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 145 (12.2%) | 34 (4.7%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 75 (6.3%) | 16 (2.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 102 (8.6%) | 105 (14.5%) |
| $100,000+ | 147 (12.4%) | 31 (4.3%) |
| Total | 1,185 (100.0%) | 724 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Melrose
Average earnings in Melrose are $52,367 for men and $38,071 for women, a difference of 27.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $76,625, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $43,333. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $85,795, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $32,591.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $58,935 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $43,333 | $34,375 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $54,310 | $32,591 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $58,047 | $0 |
| Graduate Degree | $76,625 | $85,795 |
| Total | $52,367 | $38,071 |
Family Income in Melrose
Family Income Brackets in Melrose
According to the Melrose family income data, there are 230 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.0% of all families. Conversely, the $15,000 to $24,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 12 families (1.3%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 13 | 1.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 47 | 5.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 12 | 1.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 59 | 6.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 55 | 6.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 181 | 20.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 74 | 8.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 230 | 26.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 122 | 13.8% |
| $200,000+ | 93 | 10.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Melrose
4-person families (147 | 16.6%) account for the highest median family income in Melrose with $122,431 per family, while 2-person families (411 | 46.4%) have the highest median income of $33,719 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 411 (46.4%) | $67,438 |
| 3-Person Families | 177 (20.0%) | $94,219 |
| 4-Person Families | 147 (16.6%) | $122,431 |
| 5-Person Families | 145 (16.4%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 6 (0.7%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 886 (100.0%) | $100,455 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Melrose
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 119 (13.4%) | $0 |
| 1 Earner | 220 (24.8%) | $50,208 |
| 2 Earners | 363 (41.0%) | $123,188 |
| 3+ Earners | 184 (20.8%) | $120,833 |
| Total | 886 (100.0%) | $100,455 |
Household Income in Melrose
Household Income Brackets in Melrose
With 357 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Melrose, accounting for 22.5% of all households. In contrast, only 86 households (5.4%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 86 | 5.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 95 | 6.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 184 | 11.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 184 | 11.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 108 | 6.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 357 | 22.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 86 | 5.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 241 | 15.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 133 | 8.4% |
| $200,000+ | 110 | 6.9% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Melrose
The median household income in Melrose is $54,951, with the highest median household income of $90,750 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 368 households (23.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $28,990, with 592 households (37.3%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 30 (1.9%) | $76,667 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 368 (23.2%) | $90,750 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 598 (37.7%) | $90,625 |
| 65+ Years | 592 (37.3%) | $28,990 |
| Total | 1,588 (100.0%) | $54,951 |
Poverty in Melrose
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Melrose
With 3.5% poverty level for males and 11.6% for females among the residents of Melrose, 75 year old and over males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 25 males (26.3%) and 14 females (100.0%) 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%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (13.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (14.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (6.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 30 (10.2%) | 80 (28.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 9 (3.5%) | 30 (13.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 25 (26.3%) | 28 (14.7%) |
| Total | 64 (3.5%) | 199 (11.6%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Melrose
According to the poverty statistics in Melrose, 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 | 128 (100.0%) | 85 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 43 (100.0%) | 31 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 126 (100.0%) | 97 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 36 (100.0%) | 100 (87.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 78 (100.0%) | 57 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 111 (100.0%) | 45 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 234 (100.0%) | 243 (99.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 178 (100.0%) | 102 (85.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 232 (100.0%) | 193 (93.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 264 (89.8%) | 198 (71.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 245 (96.5%) | 201 (87.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 70 (73.7%) | 163 (85.3%) |
| Total | 1,745 (96.5%) | 1,515 (88.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Melrose
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Melrose show that 5.8% or 43 of the total 741 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 9.7%, comprising of 43 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 400 (90.3%) | 43 (9.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 172 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 126 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 698 (94.2%) | 43 (5.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Melrose
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (26.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (21.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Melrose
The poverty data for Melrose shows that 43 of the married-couple family households (5.8%) and 17 of the single-parent households (11.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 43 households (9.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 household (20.5%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 43 (9.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (20.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 43 (5.8%) | 17 (11.7%) |
Employment Characteristics in Melrose
Employment by Class of Employer in Melrose
Among the 1,707 employed individuals in Melrose, private company employees (1,308 | 76.6%), not-for-profit organizations (181 | 10.6%), and local government employees (118 | 6.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,308 | 76.6% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 22 | 1.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 61 | 3.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 181 | 10.6% |
| Local Government Employees | 118 | 6.9% |
| State Government Employees | 17 | 1.0% |
| Federal Government Employees | 0 | 0.0% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 1,707 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Melrose
According to the labor force statistics for Melrose, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,930), 61.3% or 1,796 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.3% or 41 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 99.7% or 296 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 55 to 59 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 18.8% or 29 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 139 (79.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 106 (92.2%) | 8 (7.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 261 (88.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 148 (80.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 296 (99.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 397 (90.4%) | 4 (1.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 154 (62.1%) | 29 (18.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 150 (46.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 144 (28.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,796 (61.3%) | 41 (2.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Melrose
According to labor force statistics for Melrose, 78.7% of individuals (1,406) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,787) are in the labor force, with 2.3% or 32 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 87.9% or 595 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.0% or 29 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 101 (63.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 363 (70.2%) | 41 (8.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 595 (87.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 347 (80.1%) | 5 (1.2%) |
| Total | 1,406 (78.7%) | 41 (2.3%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Melrose
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Melrose are Management (224 | 12.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (102 | 5.8%), Community & Social Service (94 | 5.4%), Health Technologists (83 | 4.7%), and Education, Arts & Media (75 | 4.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Melrose, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (86.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Legal Services & Support (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 152 (67.9%) | 72 (32.1%) |
| Business & Financial | 0 (0.0%) | 45 (100.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 40 (74.1%) | 14 (25.9%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 31 (86.1%) | 5 (13.9%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 42 (44.7%) | 52 (55.3%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 24 (32.0%) | 51 (68.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 34 (33.3%) | 68 (66.7%) |
| Health Technologists | 34 (41.0%) | 49 (59.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 268 (51.6%) | 251 (48.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,058 (60.3%) | 696 (39.7%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Melrose are Healthcare Support (72 | 4.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (57 | 3.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (56 | 3.2%), Security & Protection (37 | 2.1%), and Firefighting & Prevention (37 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Melrose, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (78.4%), Firefighting & Prevention (78.4%), and Personal Care & Service (50.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), Healthcare Support (88.9%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (71.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 8 (11.1%) | 64 (88.9%) |
| Security & Protection | 29 (78.4%) | 8 (21.6%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 29 (78.4%) | 8 (21.6%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 0 (0.0%) | 57 (100.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 16 (28.6%) | 40 (71.4%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 13 (50.0%) | 13 (50.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 66 (26.6%) | 182 (73.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,058 (60.3%) | 696 (39.7%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Melrose are Sales & Related (217 | 12.4%), and Office & Administration (103 | 5.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 147 (67.7%) | 70 (32.3%) |
| Office & Administration | 56 (54.4%) | 47 (45.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 203 (63.4%) | 117 (36.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,058 (60.3%) | 696 (39.7%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Melrose are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (66 | 3.8%), Construction & Extraction (39 | 2.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (35 | 2.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 25 (71.4%) | 10 (28.6%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 39 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 66 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 130 (92.9%) | 10 (7.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,058 (60.3%) | 696 (39.7%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Melrose are Production (224 | 12.8%), Material Moving (211 | 12.0%), and Transportation (92 | 5.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 161 (71.9%) | 63 (28.1%) |
| Transportation | 76 (82.6%) | 16 (17.4%) |
| Material Moving | 154 (73.0%) | 57 (27.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 391 (74.2%) | 136 (25.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,058 (60.3%) | 696 (39.7%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Melrose
Employment Industries in Melrose
The major employment industries in Melrose include Manufacturing (640 | 36.5%), Retail Trade (231 | 13.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (177 | 10.1%), Educational Services (97 | 5.5%), and Accommodation & Food Services (93 | 5.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Melrose
The Melrose industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Public Administration (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (78.7%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 42 (95.5%) | 2 (4.5%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 87 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 476 (74.4%) | 164 (25.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 152 (65.8%) | 79 (34.2%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 21 (56.8%) | 16 (43.2%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 35 (46.1%) | 41 (53.9%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 31 (55.4%) | 25 (44.6%) |
| Educational Services | 26 (26.8%) | 71 (73.2%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 40 (22.6%) | 137 (77.4%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 10 (21.3%) | 37 (78.7%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 45 (48.4%) | 48 (51.6%) |
| Public Administration | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,058 (60.3%) | 696 (39.7%) |
Education in Melrose
School Enrollment in Melrose
The most common levels of schooling among the 701 students in Melrose are middle school (236 | 33.7%), high school (170 | 24.2%), and elementary school (138 | 19.7%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 10 | 1.4% |
| Kindergarten | 64 | 9.1% |
| Elementary School | 138 | 19.7% |
| Middle School | 236 | 33.7% |
| High School | 170 | 24.2% |
| College / Undergraduate | 47 | 6.7% |
| Graduate / Professional | 36 | 5.1% |
| Total | 701 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Melrose
Out of a total of 701 students who are enrolled in schools in Melrose, 41 (5.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 660 (94.2%) 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 16 (29.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 149 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 192 (90.6%) | 20 (9.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 231 (97.9%) | 5 (2.1%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 149 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 33 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 38 (70.4%) | 16 (29.6%) |
| 35 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 660 (94.2%) | 41 (5.8%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Melrose
Business (169 | 33.9%), education (124 | 24.9%), science & technology (41 | 8.2%), bio, nature & agricultural (33 | 6.6%), and visual & performing arts (29 | 5.8%) are the most common fields of study among 498 individuals in Melrose who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 20 | 4.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 33 | 6.6% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 24 | 4.8% |
| Psychology | 16 | 3.2% |
| Social Sciences | 11 | 2.2% |
| Engineering | 6 | 1.2% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 41 | 8.2% |
| Business | 169 | 33.9% |
| Education | 124 | 24.9% |
| Literature & Languages | 0 | 0.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 0 | 0.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 29 | 5.8% |
| Communications | 1 | 0.2% |
| Arts & Humanities | 24 | 4.8% |
| Total | 498 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Melrose
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Melrose
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Melrose are males with 2 vehicles (392, accounting for 38.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (193, making up 58.4%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (3.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 90 (8.7%) | 85 (12.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 392 (38.1%) | 193 (28.8%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 363 (35.2%) | 261 (38.9%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 85 (8.3%) | 78 (11.6%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 100 (9.7%) | 34 (5.1%) |
| Total | 1,030 (100.0%) | 671 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Melrose
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Melrose are 5 to 9 minutes (348 commuters, 21.4%), less than 5 minutes (259 commuters, 16.0%), and 10 to 14 minutes (200 commuters, 12.3%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 259 | 16.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 348 | 21.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 200 | 12.3% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 154 | 9.5% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 101 | 6.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 55 | 3.4% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 124 | 7.6% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 86 | 5.3% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 23 | 1.4% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 138 | 8.5% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 104 | 6.4% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 31 | 1.9% |
Commute Time by Sex in Melrose
The most common commute times in Melrose are 5 to 9 minutes (201 commuters, 19.9%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (147 commuters, 23.9%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 142 (14.1%) | 117 (19.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 201 (19.9%) | 147 (23.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 171 (17.0%) | 29 (4.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 33 (3.3%) | 121 (19.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 97 (9.6%) | 4 (0.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 54 (5.3%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 115 (11.4%) | 9 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 32 (3.2%) | 54 (8.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 15 (1.5%) | 8 (1.3%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 88 (8.7%) | 50 (8.1%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 43 (4.3%) | 61 (9.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 18 (1.8%) | 13 (2.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Melrose
The most frequent times of departure to work in Melrose are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (328, 32.5%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (123, 20.0%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 153 (15.2%) | 41 (6.7%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 26 (2.6%) | 8 (1.3%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 41 (4.1%) | 22 (3.6%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 19 (1.9%) | 92 (15.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 246 (24.4%) | 91 (14.8%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 328 (32.5%) | 123 (20.0%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 59 (5.9%) | 56 (9.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 33 (3.3%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 25 (2.5%) | 39 (6.4%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 32 (3.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (3.3%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 35 (3.5%) | 55 (9.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 12 (1.2%) | 66 (10.7%) |
| Total | 1,009 (100.0%) | 614 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Melrose
Occupancy by Ownership in Melrose
Of the total 1,588 dwellings in Melrose, owner-occupied units account for 1,156 (72.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 432 (27.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,156 | 72.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 432 | 27.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 1,588 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Melrose
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 647 | 40.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 431 | 27.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 212 | 13.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 298 | 18.8% |
| Total Housing Units | 1,588 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Melrose
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 330 (51.0%) | 317 (49.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 389 (90.3%) | 42 (9.7%) |
| 3-Person Household | 200 (94.3%) | 12 (5.7%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 237 (79.5%) | 61 (20.5%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,156 (72.8%) | 432 (27.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Melrose
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 105 (72.4%) | 40 (27.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 438 (66.8%) | 218 (33.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 376 (76.9%) | 113 (23.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 237 (79.5%) | 61 (20.5%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Melrose
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 234 | 14.7% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 164 | 10.3% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 273 | 17.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 325 | 20.5% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 360 | 22.7% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 139 | 8.7% |
| 85 Years and Over | 93 | 5.9% |
| Total | 1,588 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Melrose
Median Income by Occupancy in Melrose
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,156 (72.8%) | $68,194 |
| Renter-Occupied | 432 (27.2%) | $28,317 |
| Average | 1,588 (100.0%) | $54,951 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Melrose
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 23 (2.0%) | 54 (12.5%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 9 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 47 (4.1%) | 49 (11.3%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 62 (5.4%) | 43 (10.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 26 (2.2%) | 53 (12.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 90 (7.8%) | 95 (22.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 86 (7.4%) | 22 (5.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 303 (26.2%) | 55 (12.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 74 (6.4%) | 12 (2.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 219 (18.9%) | 23 (5.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 217 (18.8%) | 26 (6.0%) |
| Total | 1,156 (100.0%) | 432 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Melrose
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 65 (5.6%) | 34 (7.9%) |
| $300 to $499 | 175 (15.1%) | 87 (20.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 390 (33.7%) | 43 (10.0%) |
| $800 to $999 | 66 (5.7%) | 34 (7.9%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 220 (19.0%) | 176 (40.7%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 169 (14.6%) | 12 (2.8%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 71 (6.1%) | 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 | 1,156 (100.0%) | 432 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Melrose
Housing Structures in Melrose
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,196 | 75.3% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 12 | 0.8% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 38 | 2.4% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 232 | 14.6% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 110 | 6.9% |
| Total | 1,588 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Melrose
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,057 (88.4%) | 139 (11.6%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 38 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 232 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 99 (90.0%) | 11 (10.0%) |
| Total | 1,156 (72.8%) | 432 (27.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Melrose
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (7.9%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 0 (0.0%) | 144 (33.3%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 352 (30.4%) | 170 (39.4%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 368 (31.8%) | 49 (11.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 436 (37.7%) | 35 (8.1%) |
| Total | 1,156 (100.0%) | 432 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Melrose
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 514 (44.5%) | 147 (34.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 78 (6.8%) | 13 (3.0%) |
| Electricity | 481 (41.6%) | 260 (60.2%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 74 (6.4%) | 12 (2.8%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 9 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,156 (100.0%) | 432 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Melrose
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 111 (25.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 285 (24.6%) | 206 (47.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 488 (42.2%) | 66 (15.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 383 (33.1%) | 49 (11.3%) |
| Total | 1,156 (100.0%) | 432 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Melrose
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Melrose
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 646 | 510 |
| Median Property Value | $128,600 | $214,800 |
| Median Household Income | $53,276 | $149 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $555 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,290 | $6 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Melrose
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 67 (10.4%) | 6 (1.2%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 214 (33.1%) | 31 (6.1%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 276 (42.7%) | 361 (70.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 79 (12.2%) | 112 (22.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 10 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 646 (100.0%) | 510 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Melrose
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 23 (3.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 117 (18.1%) | 9 (1.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 90 (13.9%) | 18 (3.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 75 (11.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 154 (23.8%) | 11 (2.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 27 (4.2%) | 149 (29.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 92 (14.2%) | 47 (9.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 68 (10.5%) | 127 (24.9%) |
| Total | 646 (100.0%) | 510 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Melrose
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 330 (51.1%) | 107,969 (21,170.4%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 67 (10.4%) | 283 (55.5%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 78 (12.1%) | 101 (19.8%) |
| 4.0x or more | 158 (24.5%) | 70 (13.7%) |
| Total | 646 (100.0%) | 510 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Melrose
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 166 (25.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 192 (29.7%) | 28 (5.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 231 (35.8%) | 73 (14.3%) |
| Total | 646 (100.0%) | 510 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Melrose
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Melrose
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 191 (66.5%) | 96 (33.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 523 (94.8%) | 29 (5.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 144 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 413 (89.6%) | 48 (10.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 230 (77.4%) | 67 (22.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 408 (92.9%) | 31 (7.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 469 (82.0%) | 103 (18.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 485 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 286 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,149 (89.4%) | 374 (10.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Melrose
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 191 (66.5%) | 96 (33.5%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 523 (94.8%) | 29 (5.2%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 144 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Melrose
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 393 (84.2%) | 74 (15.9%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 516 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 729 (95.9%) | 31 (4.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 243 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,258 (82.4%) | 268 (17.6%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Melrose
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 0 (0.0%) | 191 (66.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 169 (30.6%) | 354 (64.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 9 (6.2%) | 135 (93.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 44 (9.5%) | 372 (80.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 20 (6.7%) | 210 (70.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 63 (14.3%) | 387 (88.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 151 (26.4%) | 427 (74.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 453 (93.4%) | 344 (70.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 286 (100.0%) | 225 (78.7%) |
| Total | 1,195 (33.9%) | 2,645 (75.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Melrose
| 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%) | 4 (1.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 80 (11.4%) | 56 (9.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 38 (15.0%) | 60 (26.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 58 (61.1%) | 50 (26.2%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Melrose
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 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 23 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 28 (11.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 46 (48.4%) | 11 (5.8%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 10 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (4.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 13 (13.7%) | 26 (13.6%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (1.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 24 (3.4%) | 31 (5.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (3.9%) | 19 (8.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 24 (25.3%) | 13 (6.8%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 27 (3.8%) | 21 (3.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (3.9%) | 32 (13.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 46 (48.4%) | 39 (20.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 11 (1.6%) | 2 (0.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (3.9%) | 20 (8.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 23 (24.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Melrose
Computing Device Access in Melrose
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,153 | 72.6% |
| Smartphone | 1,138 | 71.7% |
| Tablet | 894 | 56.3% |
| No Computing Device | 162 | 10.2% |
| Total | 1,588 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Melrose
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 1,140 | 71.8% |
| Cellular Data Only | 124 | 7.8% |
| Satellite Internet | 153 | 9.6% |
| No Internet | 300 | 18.9% |
| Total | 1,588 | 100.0% |
Melrose Summary
Melrose, Minnesota is a small city located in Stearns County, in the central part of the state. It is situated on the Sauk River, about 25 miles northwest of St. Cloud. The city has a population of approximately 3,000 people, and is part of the St. Cloud Metropolitan Statistical Area.
History
The area that is now Melrose was first settled in 1856 by German immigrants. The city was originally known as “New Munich”, and was later renamed Melrose in 1872. The name was chosen in honor of Melrose Abbey, a famous monastery in Scotland.
The city was incorporated in 1887, and the first mayor was John Schmoll. The city quickly grew, and by the early 1900s, it had become a thriving agricultural and commercial center. The city was also home to several manufacturing businesses, including a flour mill, a creamery, and a furniture factory.
Geography
Melrose is located in Stearns County, in the central part of Minnesota. It is situated on the Sauk River, about 25 miles northwest of St. Cloud. The city has a total area of 2.2 square miles, all of which is land.
The city is located in a mostly rural area, with rolling hills and farmland. The terrain is mostly flat, with some areas of higher elevation. The climate is humid continental, with cold winters and warm summers.
Economy
The economy of Melrose is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several large farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and wheat. The city is also home to several manufacturing businesses, including a flour mill, a creamery, and a furniture factory.
The city is also home to several retail businesses, including grocery stores, restaurants, and clothing stores. The city is also home to several service businesses, including banks, insurance companies, and medical offices.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Melrose was 3,000. The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 0.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median household income in Melrose was $45,000, and the median family income was $51,000. The per capita income was $20,000. About 8.3% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.2% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.
The city is served by the Melrose Public School District, which includes two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The city is also home to several churches, including Catholic, Lutheran, and Methodist.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Melrose?
Total Population of Melrose is 3,606.
What is the Total Male Population of Melrose?
Total Male Population of Melrose is 1,876.
What is the Total Female Population of Melrose?
Total Female Population of Melrose is 1,730.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Melrose?
There are 108.44 Males per 100 Females in Melrose.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Melrose?
There are 92.22 Females per 100 Males in Melrose.
What is the Median Population Age in Melrose?
Median Population Age in Melrose is 45.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Melrose
Average Family Size in Melrose is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Melrose
Average Household Size in Melrose is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Melrose?
Per Capita income in Melrose is $33,487.
What is the Median Family Income in Melrose?
Median Family Income in Melrose is $100,455.
What is the Median Household income in Melrose?
Median Household Income in Melrose is $54,951.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Melrose?
Income or Wage Gap in Melrose is 32.3%.
Women in Melrose earn 67.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Melrose?
Inequality or Gini Index in Melrose is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Melrose?
There are 1,796 People in the Labor Forcein in Melrose.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Melrose?
61.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Melrose.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Melrose?
Unemployment Rate in Melrose is 2.3%.