Moorhead, MN

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Moorhead Overview

44,443
TOTAL POPULATION
22,077
MALE POPULATION
22,366
FEMALE POPULATION
98.71
MALES / 100 FEMALES
101.31
FEMALES / 100 MALES
31.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,265
PER CAPITA INCOME
$99,188
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$68,680
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
33.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
66.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,992
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
25,044
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
71.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Moorhead Zip Codes

Moorhead Area Codes

Race in Moorhead

The most populous races in Moorhead are White / Caucasian (37,809 | 85.1%), Black / African American (2,715 | 6.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (2,284 | 5.1%).
Race in Moorhead
Race# Population% Population
Asian7851.8%
Black / African American2,7156.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific1100.3%
Hispanic or Latino2,2845.1%
Native / Alaskan6101.4%
White / Caucasian37,80985.1%
Two or more Races2,2275.0%
Some other Race1870.4%
Total44,443100.0%

Ancestry in Moorhead

The most populous ancestries reported in Moorhead are German (12,307 | 27.7%), Norwegian (11,663 | 26.2%), Irish (2,978 | 6.7%), Swedish (2,585 | 5.8%), and English (2,527 | 5.7%), together accounting for 72.1% of all Moorhead residents.
Ancestry in Moorhead
Ancestry# Population% Population
African6201.4%
American1,2802.9%
Apache100.0%
Arab1,3413.0%
Argentinean190.0%
Austrian220.1%
Bangladeshi2930.7%
Barbadian150.0%
Belgian1350.3%
Bhutanese540.1%
Blackfeet130.0%
Brazilian310.1%
British1600.4%
Bulgarian150.0%
Burmese950.2%
Canadian280.1%
Celtic90.0%
Central American20.0%
Cherokee40.0%
Cheyenne210.1%
Chippewa3840.9%
Colombian190.0%
Croatian1280.3%
Cuban310.1%
Czech3510.8%
Czechoslovakian2290.5%
Danish5431.2%
Dutch5371.2%
Eastern European210.1%
English2,5275.7%
Ethiopian330.1%
European7431.7%
Finnish7001.6%
French1,4643.3%
French American Indian310.1%
French Canadian2260.5%
German12,30727.7%
German Russian1360.3%
Greek830.2%
Guatemalan20.0%
Haitian1140.3%
Hungarian360.1%
Icelander440.1%
Indian (Asian)1470.3%
Iraqi790.2%
Irish2,9786.7%
Iroquois90.0%
Italian4120.9%
Jamaican60.0%
Kenyan660.2%
Korean1910.4%
Lebanese260.1%
Liberian920.2%
Lithuanian470.1%
Mexican1,6393.7%
Native Hawaiian1100.3%
Navajo1260.3%
Nigerian720.2%
Northern European1010.2%
Norwegian11,66326.2%
Palestinian110.0%
Pennsylvania German130.0%
Polish1,0522.4%
Puerto Rican2310.5%
Romanian340.1%
Russian2040.5%
Scandinavian1,1952.7%
Scotch-Irish770.2%
Scottish5841.3%
Serbian340.1%
Sioux2850.6%
Slovak250.1%
Somali660.2%
South American380.1%
Spanish1080.2%
Sri Lankan1650.4%
Subsaharan African1,2602.8%
Swedish2,5855.8%
Swiss800.2%
Syrian760.2%
Thai900.2%
Ukrainian940.2%
Welsh1770.4%
Yugoslavian3720.8%
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Immigrants in Moorhead

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Moorhead came from Asia (1,424 | 3.2%), Western Asia (1,002 | 2.2%), Africa (989 | 2.2%), Iraq (516 | 1.2%), and Western Africa (475 | 1.1%), together accounting for 9.9% of all Moorhead residents.
Immigrants in Moorhead
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa9892.2%
Argentina180.0%
Asia1,4243.2%
Australia50.0%
Bahamas80.0%
Bosnia and Herzegovina1400.3%
Brazil310.1%
Canada630.1%
Caribbean140.0%
Central America650.2%
China190.0%
Congo330.1%
Eastern Africa4441.0%
Eastern Asia760.2%
Eastern Europe1990.4%
Ethiopia330.1%
Europe3690.8%
Germany1170.3%
Ghana1130.3%
Hong Kong190.0%
India430.1%
Iraq5161.2%
Jamaica60.0%
Japan340.1%
Jordan290.1%
Kenya1620.4%
Korea230.1%
Laos510.1%
Latin America1280.3%
Lebanon30.0%
Liberia770.2%
Mexico650.2%
Middle Africa700.2%
Nepal640.1%
Nigeria1430.3%
Northern Europe530.1%
Oceania50.0%
Philippines180.0%
Russia110.0%
Senegal260.1%
Somalia2230.5%
South America490.1%
South Central Asia1310.3%
South Eastern Asia1690.4%
Syria4541.0%
Thailand260.1%
Ukraine210.1%
Uzbekistan240.1%
Vietnam740.2%
Western Africa4751.1%
Western Asia1,0022.2%
Western Europe1170.3%
Zaire370.1%
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Sex and Age in Moorhead

Sex and Age in Moorhead

The most populous age groups in Moorhead are 20 to 24 Years (2,658 | 12.0%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (3,020 | 13.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Moorhead
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,488 (6.7%)1,533 (6.9%)
5 to 9 Years1,374 (6.2%)1,566 (7.0%)
10 to 14 Years1,636 (7.4%)1,072 (4.8%)
15 to 19 Years1,968 (8.9%)2,173 (9.7%)
20 to 24 Years2,658 (12.0%)3,020 (13.5%)
25 to 29 Years1,501 (6.8%)1,443 (6.5%)
30 to 34 Years1,919 (8.7%)1,607 (7.2%)
35 to 39 Years1,414 (6.4%)1,509 (6.8%)
40 to 44 Years1,364 (6.2%)1,252 (5.6%)
45 to 49 Years1,211 (5.5%)875 (3.9%)
50 to 54 Years1,064 (4.8%)1,125 (5.0%)
55 to 59 Years1,090 (4.9%)1,303 (5.8%)
60 to 64 Years949 (4.3%)825 (3.7%)
65 to 69 Years881 (4.0%)858 (3.8%)
70 to 74 Years588 (2.7%)705 (3.2%)
75 to 79 Years447 (2.0%)574 (2.6%)
80 to 84 Years256 (1.2%)228 (1.0%)
85 Years and over269 (1.2%)698 (3.1%)
Total22,077 (100.0%)22,366 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Moorhead

Median Family Size in Moorhead

The median family size in Moorhead is 3.07 persons per family, with married-couple families (7,377 | 75.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.15 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (786 | 8.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.65 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Moorhead
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple7,377 (75.3%)3.15
Single Male/Father786 (8.0%)2.65
Single Female/Mother1,631 (16.7%)2.89
Total Families9,794 (100.0%)3.07

Median Household Size in Moorhead

The median household size in Moorhead is 2.35 persons per household, with married-couple households (7,377 | 41.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.15 persons per household. non-family households (7,836 | 44.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.35 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Moorhead
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple7,377 (41.8%)3.15
Single Male/Father786 (4.5%)3.15
Single Female/Mother1,631 (9.2%)3.12
Non-family7,836 (44.5%)1.35
Total Households17,630 (100.0%)2.35

Household Size by Marriage Status in Moorhead

Out of a total of 17,630 households in Moorhead, 9,794 (55.5%) are family households, while 7,836 (44.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 4,294, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 6,027.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Moorhead
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-6,027 (34.2%)
2-Person Households4,294 (24.4%)1,225 (7.0%)
3-Person Households2,446 (13.9%)288 (1.6%)
4-Person Households1,560 (8.8%)251 (1.4%)
5-Person Households881 (5.0%)42 (0.2%)
6-Person Households277 (1.6%)3 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households336 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total9,794 (55.5%)7,836 (44.5%)

Female Fertility in Moorhead

Fertility by Age in Moorhead

Average fertility rate in Moorhead is 48.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 80.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 84.1% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Moorhead
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years485 (84.1%)80.0
35 to 50 years92 (15.9%)24.0
Total577 (100.0%)48.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Moorhead

76.8% of women with births (577) in Moorhead are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 27.6% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Moorhead
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years351 (72.4%)134 (27.6%)
35 to 50 years92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total443 (76.8%)134 (23.2%)

Fertility by Education in Moorhead

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Moorhead
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School14 (2.4%)13.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree266 (46.1%)45.0
Bachelor's Degree236 (40.9%)91.0
Graduate Degree61 (10.6%)60.0
Total577 (100.0%)48.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Moorhead

23.2% of women with births in Moorhead are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Moorhead
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree146 (54.9%)120 (45.1%)
Bachelor's Degree236 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total443 (76.8%)134 (23.2%)

Income in Moorhead

Income Overview in Moorhead

Per Capita Income in Moorhead is $34,265, while median incomes of families and households are $99,188 and $68,680 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income44,443$34,265
Median Family Income9,794$99,188
Mean Family Income9,794$113,408
Median Household Income17,630$68,680
Mean Household Income17,630$85,060
Income Deficit9,794$11,992
Wage / Income Gap (%)44,44333.88%
Wage / Income Gap ($)44,44366.12¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index44,4430.45

Earnings by Sex in Moorhead

Average Earnings in Moorhead are $35,840, $45,442 for men and $30,046 for women, a difference of 33.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Moorhead
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male13,248 (49.8%)$45,442
Female13,363 (50.2%)$30,046
Total26,611 (100.0%)$35,840

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Moorhead

The most common earnings brackets in Moorhead are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (1,700 | 12.8%) and $7,500 to $9,999 for women (1,052 | 7.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Moorhead
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less788 (5.9%)833 (6.2%)
$2,500 to $4,999517 (3.9%)679 (5.1%)
$5,000 to $7,499711 (5.4%)824 (6.2%)
$7,500 to $9,999330 (2.5%)1,052 (7.9%)
$10,000 to $12,499495 (3.7%)561 (4.2%)
$12,500 to $14,999420 (3.2%)490 (3.7%)
$15,000 to $17,499334 (2.5%)465 (3.5%)
$17,500 to $19,999303 (2.3%)538 (4.0%)
$20,000 to $22,499141 (1.1%)284 (2.1%)
$22,500 to $24,999314 (2.4%)302 (2.3%)
$25,000 to $29,999444 (3.4%)647 (4.8%)
$30,000 to $34,999796 (6.0%)853 (6.4%)
$35,000 to $39,999357 (2.7%)626 (4.7%)
$40,000 to $44,999607 (4.6%)599 (4.5%)
$45,000 to $49,999657 (5.0%)876 (6.6%)
$50,000 to $54,999549 (4.1%)642 (4.8%)
$55,000 to $64,9991,233 (9.3%)956 (7.1%)
$65,000 to $74,9991,020 (7.7%)766 (5.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,700 (12.8%)942 (7.0%)
$100,000+1,532 (11.6%)428 (3.2%)
Total13,248 (100.0%)13,363 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Moorhead

Average earnings in Moorhead are $57,256 for men and $44,004 for women, a difference of 23.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $76,818, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $19,911. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $58,739, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $13,284.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Moorhead
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$19,911$13,284
High School Diploma$43,032$30,781
College or Associate's Degree$57,553$38,914
Bachelor's Degree$68,295$46,977
Graduate Degree$76,818$58,739
Total$57,256$44,004

Family Income in Moorhead

Family Income Brackets in Moorhead

According to the Moorhead family income data, there are 2,693 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 27.5% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 108 families (1.1%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Moorhead
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001861.9%
$10,000 to $14,9991081.1%
$15,000 to $24,9994604.7%
$25,000 to $34,9994604.7%
$35,000 to $49,9998328.5%
$50,000 to $74,9991,38114.1%
$75,000 to $99,9991,53815.7%
$100,000 to $149,9992,69327.5%
$150,000 to $199,9991,36113.9%
$200,000+7747.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Moorhead

4-person families (1,557 | 15.9%) account for the highest median family income in Moorhead with $123,184 per family, while 2-person families (4,657 | 47.5%) have the highest median income of $41,958 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Moorhead
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families4,657 (47.5%)$83,915
3-Person Families2,211 (22.6%)$109,341
4-Person Families1,557 (15.9%)$123,184
5-Person Families816 (8.3%)$107,941
6-Person Families234 (2.4%)$108,200
7+ Person Families319 (3.3%)$45,982
Total9,794 (100.0%)$99,188

Family Income by Number of Earners in Moorhead

The median family income in Moorhead is $99,188, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,164) having the highest median family income of $149,630, while families with 1 earner (2,819) have the lowest median family income of $60,060, accounting for 11.9% and 28.8% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Moorhead
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,031 (10.5%)$62,102
1 Earner2,819 (28.8%)$60,060
2 Earners4,780 (48.8%)$113,154
3+ Earners1,164 (11.9%)$149,630
Total9,794 (100.0%)$99,188

Household Income in Moorhead

Household Income Brackets in Moorhead

With 3,297 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Moorhead, accounting for 18.7% of all households. In contrast, only 793 households (4.5%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Moorhead
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001,5168.6%
$10,000 to $14,9997934.5%
$15,000 to $24,9991,3587.7%
$25,000 to $34,9991,3407.6%
$35,000 to $49,9991,85110.5%
$50,000 to $74,9992,57414.6%
$75,000 to $99,9992,50314.2%
$100,000 to $149,9993,29718.7%
$150,000 to $199,9991,5879.0%
$200,000+8464.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Moorhead

The median household income in Moorhead is $68,680, with the highest median household income of $86,591 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 5,284 households (30.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $35,507, with 1,878 households (10.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Moorhead
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years1,878 (10.6%)$35,507
25 to 44 Years6,710 (38.1%)$81,877
45 to 64 Years5,284 (30.0%)$86,591
65+ Years3,758 (21.3%)$52,538
Total17,630 (100.0%)$68,680

Poverty in Moorhead

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Moorhead

With 16.7% poverty level for males and 20.2% for females among the residents of Moorhead, 18 to 24 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 1,007 males (35.8%) and 144 females (72.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Moorhead
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years234 (16.2%)266 (17.9%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)144 (72.0%)
6 to 11 Years231 (13.5%)578 (34.4%)
12 to 14 Years277 (25.7%)203 (27.1%)
15 Years83 (22.4%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years153 (29.1%)24 (5.0%)
18 to 24 Years1,007 (35.8%)1,296 (44.6%)
25 to 34 Years618 (18.3%)378 (12.4%)
35 to 44 Years325 (11.8%)462 (16.9%)
45 to 54 Years219 (9.6%)229 (11.5%)
55 to 64 Years126 (6.2%)232 (10.9%)
65 to 74 Years152 (10.4%)112 (7.4%)
75 Years and over86 (9.2%)199 (15.2%)
Total3,511 (16.7%)4,123 (20.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Moorhead

According to the poverty statistics in Moorhead, males aged 5 years and females aged 15 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 Moorhead
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,214 (83.8%)1,223 (82.1%)
5 Years196 (100.0%)56 (28.0%)
6 to 11 Years1,475 (86.5%)1,103 (65.6%)
12 to 14 Years801 (74.3%)546 (72.9%)
15 Years287 (77.6%)228 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years373 (70.9%)453 (95.0%)
18 to 24 Years1,805 (64.2%)1,612 (55.4%)
25 to 34 Years2,763 (81.7%)2,672 (87.6%)
35 to 44 Years2,433 (88.2%)2,274 (83.1%)
45 to 54 Years2,056 (90.4%)1,771 (88.5%)
55 to 64 Years1,898 (93.8%)1,896 (89.1%)
65 to 74 Years1,307 (89.6%)1,402 (92.6%)
75 Years and over851 (90.8%)1,107 (84.8%)
Total17,459 (83.3%)16,343 (79.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Moorhead

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Moorhead show that 4.1% or 304 of the total 7,377 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 93.1%, comprising of 202 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.6%, which includes 16 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Moorhead
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children3,803 (98.4%)61 (1.6%)
1 or 2 Children2,486 (99.4%)16 (0.6%)
3 or 4 Children769 (96.9%)25 (3.2%)
5 or more Children15 (6.9%)202 (93.1%)
Total7,073 (95.9%)304 (4.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Moorhead

According to the poverty data in Moorhead, 12.7% or 100 single-father households and 27.4% or 446 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 households (17.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 127 households (72.2%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Moorhead
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children30 (9.8%)19 (3.7%)
1 or 2 Children53 (13.9%)300 (32.8%)
3 or 4 Children17 (17.5%)127 (72.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total100 (12.7%)446 (27.4%)

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

The poverty data for Moorhead shows that 304 of the married-couple family households (4.1%) and 546 of the single-parent households (22.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 202 households (93.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 144 household (52.7%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Moorhead
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children61 (1.6%)49 (6.0%)
1 or 2 Children16 (0.6%)353 (27.2%)
3 or 4 Children25 (3.2%)144 (52.7%)
5 or more Children202 (93.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total304 (4.1%)546 (22.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Moorhead

Employment by Class of Employer in Moorhead

Among the 23,119 employed individuals in Moorhead, private company employees (14,354 | 62.1%), not-for-profit organizations (3,247 | 14.0%), and local government employees (2,049 | 8.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Moorhead
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees14,35462.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)6392.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)6732.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations3,24714.0%
Local Government Employees2,0498.9%
State Government Employees1,3465.8%
Federal Government Employees7853.4%
Unpaid Family Workers260.1%
Total23,119100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Moorhead

According to the labor force statistics for Moorhead, out of the total population over 16 years of age (35,174), 71.2% or 25,044 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.9% or 1,227 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 90.0% or 2,650 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.8% or 233 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Moorhead
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years2,156 (60.9%)233 (10.8%)
20 to 24 Years4,338 (76.4%)282 (6.5%)
25 to 29 Years2,650 (90.0%)135 (5.1%)
30 to 34 Years3,166 (89.8%)85 (2.7%)
35 to 44 Years4,841 (87.4%)324 (6.7%)
45 to 54 Years3,672 (85.9%)44 (1.2%)
55 to 59 Years1,948 (81.4%)55 (2.8%)
60 to 64 Years1,174 (66.2%)13 (1.1%)
65 to 74 Years894 (29.5%)51 (5.7%)
75 Years and over193 (7.8%)7 (3.6%)
Total25,044 (71.2%)1,227 (4.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Moorhead

According to labor force statistics for Moorhead, 85.3% of individuals (17,445) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (20,451) are in the labor force, with 3.8% or 663 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 92.9% or 7,835 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 31.5% or 209 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Moorhead
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School663 (60.9%)343 (31.5%)
High School Diploma2,811 (74.0%)179 (4.7%)
College / Associate Degree6,138 (86.1%)214 (3.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher7,835 (92.9%)143 (1.7%)
Total17,445 (85.3%)777 (3.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Moorhead

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Moorhead are Community & Social Service (3,638 | 15.3%), Education Instruction & Library (2,045 | 8.6%), Management (1,628 | 6.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,605 | 6.8%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (1,604 | 6.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Moorhead

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Moorhead, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (95.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (73.4%), and Computers & Mathematics (68.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (83.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (79.7%), and Legal Services & Support (71.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Moorhead
OccupationMaleFemale
Management1,038 (63.8%)590 (36.2%)
Business & Financial401 (43.3%)526 (56.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science1,178 (73.4%)426 (26.6%)
Computers & Mathematics697 (68.3%)323 (31.7%)
Architecture & Engineering379 (95.5%)18 (4.5%)
Life, Physical & Social Science102 (54.5%)85 (45.5%)
Community & Social Service 1,380 (37.9%)2,258 (62.1%)
Education, Arts & Media301 (36.3%)529 (63.7%)
Legal Services & Support42 (28.8%)104 (71.2%)
Education Instruction & Library695 (34.0%)1,350 (66.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment342 (55.4%)275 (44.6%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating326 (20.3%)1,279 (79.7%)
Health Technologists171 (16.8%)846 (83.2%)
Total (Category)4,323 (46.0%)5,079 (54.0%)
Total (Overall)11,859 (50.0%)11,876 (50.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Moorhead are Food Preparation & Serving (1,222 | 5.1%), Healthcare Support (1,121 | 4.7%), Personal Care & Service (913 | 3.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (680 | 2.9%), and Security & Protection (659 | 2.8%).
Services Occupations in Moorhead

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Moorhead, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (86.2%), Security & Protection (84.1%), and Firefighting & Prevention (81.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (90.6%), Healthcare Support (83.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (64.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Moorhead
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support186 (16.6%)935 (83.4%)
Security & Protection554 (84.1%)105 (15.9%)
Firefighting & Prevention267 (81.9%)59 (18.1%)
Law Enforcement287 (86.2%)46 (13.8%)
Food Preparation & Serving430 (35.2%)792 (64.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance297 (43.7%)383 (56.3%)
Personal Care & Service86 (9.4%)827 (90.6%)
Total (Category)1,553 (33.8%)3,042 (66.2%)
Total (Overall)11,859 (50.0%)11,876 (50.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Moorhead are Office & Administration (3,195 | 13.5%), and Sales & Related (2,099 | 8.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Moorhead

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Moorhead
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related1,291 (61.5%)808 (38.5%)
Office & Administration741 (23.2%)2,454 (76.8%)
Total (Category)2,032 (38.4%)3,262 (61.6%)
Total (Overall)11,859 (50.0%)11,876 (50.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Moorhead are Construction & Extraction (939 | 4.0%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (675 | 2.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (183 | 0.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Moorhead

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Moorhead
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry160 (87.4%)23 (12.6%)
Construction & Extraction939 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair661 (97.9%)14 (2.1%)
Total (Category)1,760 (97.9%)37 (2.1%)
Total (Overall)11,859 (50.0%)11,876 (50.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Moorhead are Transportation (966 | 4.1%), Production (899 | 3.8%), and Material Moving (782 | 3.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Moorhead

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Moorhead
OccupationMaleFemale
Production648 (72.1%)251 (27.9%)
Transportation870 (90.1%)96 (9.9%)
Material Moving673 (86.1%)109 (13.9%)
Total (Category)2,191 (82.8%)456 (17.2%)
Total (Overall)11,859 (50.0%)11,876 (50.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Moorhead

Employment Industries in Moorhead

The major employment industries in Moorhead include Health Care & Social Assistance (4,312 | 18.2%), Educational Services (3,402 | 14.3%), Retail Trade (2,453 | 10.3%), Manufacturing (1,653 | 7.0%), and Finance & Insurance (1,457 | 6.1%).
Employment Industries in Moorhead

Employment Industries by Sex in Moorhead

The Moorhead industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Construction (93.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (80.1%), Educational Services (67.5%), and Finance & Insurance (64.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Moorhead
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting268 (87.9%)37 (12.1%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction1,357 (93.2%)99 (6.8%)
Manufacturing1,267 (76.6%)386 (23.4%)
Wholesale Trade568 (87.9%)78 (12.1%)
Retail Trade1,388 (56.6%)1,065 (43.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing692 (75.7%)222 (24.3%)
Utilities53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information323 (73.6%)116 (26.4%)
Finance & Insurance521 (35.8%)936 (64.2%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing130 (51.0%)125 (49.0%)
Professional & Scientific551 (45.4%)664 (54.6%)
Enterprise Management44 (45.8%)52 (54.2%)
Administrative & Support307 (61.4%)193 (38.6%)
Educational Services1,107 (32.5%)2,295 (67.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance859 (19.9%)3,453 (80.1%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation313 (64.8%)170 (35.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services571 (41.7%)798 (58.3%)
Public Administration788 (61.8%)488 (38.2%)
Total11,859 (50.0%)11,876 (50.0%)

Education in Moorhead

School Enrollment in Moorhead

The most common levels of schooling among the 14,665 students in Moorhead are college / undergraduate (6,122 | 41.7%), elementary school (2,452 | 16.7%), and middle school (2,206 | 15.0%).
School Enrollment in Moorhead
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool6684.6%
Kindergarten4533.1%
Elementary School2,45216.7%
Middle School2,20615.0%
High School1,99113.6%
College / Undergraduate6,12241.7%
Graduate / Professional7735.3%
Total14,665100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Moorhead

Out of a total of 14,665 students who are enrolled in schools in Moorhead, 2,918 (19.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 11,747 (80.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 1,194 (34.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 2,367 (92.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Moorhead
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds368 (70.0%)158 (30.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old2,481 (89.4%)294 (10.6%)
10 to 14 Year Olds2,367 (92.0%)205 (8.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds1,435 (90.9%)143 (9.1%)
18 to 19 Year Olds1,811 (76.2%)567 (23.8%)
20 to 24 Year Olds2,255 (65.4%)1,194 (34.6%)
25 to 34 Year Olds741 (77.3%)217 (22.7%)
35 Years and over284 (66.2%)145 (33.8%)
Total11,747 (80.1%)2,918 (19.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Moorhead

Education (1,969 | 17.0%), business (1,644 | 14.2%), arts & humanities (1,248 | 10.8%), science & technology (1,224 | 10.6%), and social sciences (1,042 | 9.0%) are the most common fields of study among 11,585 individuals in Moorhead who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Moorhead
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics3893.4%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural7376.4%
Physical & Health Sciences2712.3%
Psychology4403.8%
Social Sciences1,0429.0%
Engineering4063.5%
Multidisciplinary Studies1010.9%
Science & Technology1,22410.6%
Business1,64414.2%
Education1,96917.0%
Literature & Languages3983.4%
Liberal Arts & History5664.9%
Visual & Performing Arts4924.3%
Communications6585.7%
Arts & Humanities1,24810.8%
Total11,585100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Moorhead

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Moorhead

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Moorhead are males with 2 vehicles (5,366, accounting for 48.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (5,129, making up 49.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Moorhead
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle379 (3.4%)341 (3.2%)
1 Vehicle2,040 (18.3%)2,078 (19.2%)
2 Vehicles5,366 (48.1%)5,129 (47.5%)
3 Vehicles2,118 (19.0%)2,074 (19.2%)
4 Vehicles1,085 (9.7%)906 (8.4%)
5 or more Vehicles178 (1.6%)275 (2.5%)
Total11,166 (100.0%)10,803 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Moorhead

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Moorhead are 15 to 19 minutes (6,492 commuters, 31.4%), 10 to 14 minutes (5,001 commuters, 24.1%), and 5 to 9 minutes (2,914 commuters, 14.1%).
Commute Time in Moorhead
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes6453.1%
5 to 9 Minutes2,91414.1%
10 to 14 Minutes5,00124.1%
15 to 19 Minutes6,49231.4%
20 to 24 Minutes2,81813.6%
25 to 29 Minutes9014.3%
30 to 34 Minutes7063.4%
35 to 39 Minutes600.3%
40 to 44 Minutes1180.6%
45 to 59 Minutes2461.2%
60 to 89 Minutes4712.3%
90 or more Minutes3341.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Moorhead

The most common commute times in Moorhead are 15 to 19 minutes (3,711 commuters, 34.6%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (2,781 commuters, 27.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Moorhead
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes244 (2.3%)401 (4.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes1,470 (13.7%)1,444 (14.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes2,493 (23.2%)2,508 (25.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes3,711 (34.6%)2,781 (27.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes1,571 (14.6%)1,247 (12.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes297 (2.8%)604 (6.1%)
30 to 34 Minutes346 (3.2%)360 (3.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes53 (0.5%)7 (0.1%)
40 to 44 Minutes48 (0.4%)70 (0.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes32 (0.3%)214 (2.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes230 (2.1%)241 (2.4%)
90 or more Minutes241 (2.2%)93 (0.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Moorhead

The most frequent times of departure to work in Moorhead are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (1,847, 17.2%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (2,088, 20.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Moorhead
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM460 (4.3%)302 (3.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM223 (2.1%)137 (1.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM494 (4.6%)165 (1.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM627 (5.8%)269 (2.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM1,614 (15.0%)846 (8.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM1,781 (16.6%)1,406 (14.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM1,847 (17.2%)2,088 (20.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM805 (7.5%)1,208 (12.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM411 (3.8%)488 (4.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM427 (4.0%)502 (5.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM216 (2.0%)235 (2.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM97 (0.9%)510 (5.1%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM871 (8.1%)936 (9.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM863 (8.0%)878 (8.8%)
Total10,736 (100.0%)9,970 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Moorhead

Occupancy by Ownership in Moorhead

Of the total 17,630 dwellings in Moorhead, owner-occupied units account for 10,197 (57.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 7,433 (42.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Moorhead
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units10,19757.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units7,43342.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units17,630100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Moorhead

Occupancy by Household Size in Moorhead
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household6,02734.2%
2-Person Household5,51931.3%
3-Person Household2,73415.5%
4+ Person Household3,35019.0%
Total Housing Units17,630100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Moorhead

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Moorhead
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household2,341 (38.8%)3,686 (61.2%)
2-Person Household3,565 (64.6%)1,954 (35.4%)
3-Person Household1,851 (67.7%)883 (32.3%)
4+ Person Household2,440 (72.8%)910 (27.2%)
Total Housing Units10,197 (57.8%)7,433 (42.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Moorhead

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Moorhead
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School145 (18.4%)641 (81.6%)
High School Diploma1,543 (41.3%)2,197 (58.7%)
College/Associate Degree3,457 (54.9%)2,839 (45.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher5,052 (74.2%)1,756 (25.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Moorhead

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Moorhead
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years5,42230.7%
35 to 44 Years3,16618.0%
45 to 54 Years2,67015.1%
55 to 64 Years2,61414.8%
65 to 74 Years1,97911.2%
75 to 84 Years1,0846.1%
85 Years and Over6953.9%
Total17,630100.0%

Housing Finances in Moorhead

Median Income by Occupancy in Moorhead

Median Income by Occupancy in Moorhead
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied10,197 (57.8%)$98,948
Renter-Occupied7,433 (42.2%)$33,229
Average17,630 (100.0%)$68,680

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Moorhead

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Moorhead
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000172 (1.7%)454 (6.1%)
$5,000 to $9,999116 (1.1%)771 (10.4%)
$10,000 to $14,99974 (0.7%)723 (9.7%)
$15,000 to $19,999155 (1.5%)576 (7.7%)
$20,000 to $24,999126 (1.2%)492 (6.6%)
$25,000 to $34,999507 (5.0%)833 (11.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999767 (7.5%)1,086 (14.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,587 (15.6%)981 (13.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,637 (16.1%)860 (11.6%)
$100,000 to $149,9992,795 (27.4%)497 (6.7%)
$150,000 or more2,261 (22.2%)160 (2.1%)
Total10,197 (100.0%)7,433 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Moorhead

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Moorhead
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300139 (1.4%)152 (2.0%)
$300 to $499944 (9.3%)374 (5.0%)
$500 to $7991,669 (16.4%)1,631 (21.9%)
$800 to $999835 (8.2%)1,434 (19.3%)
$1,000 to $1,4992,188 (21.5%)2,193 (29.5%)
$1,500 to $1,9992,371 (23.3%)792 (10.7%)
$2,000 to $2,4991,092 (10.7%)372 (5.0%)
$2,500 to $2,999599 (5.9%)138 (1.9%)
$3,000 or more360 (3.5%)44 (0.6%)
Total10,197 (100.0%)7,433 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Moorhead

Housing Structures in Moorhead

Housing Structures in Moorhead
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached9,54654.1%
Single Unit, Attached1,89110.7%
2 Unit Apartments3902.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments5092.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments6493.7%
10 or more Apartments4,49225.5%
Mobile Home / Other1530.9%
Total17,630100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Moorhead

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Moorhead
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached8,412 (88.1%)1,134 (11.9%)
Single Unit, Attached1,435 (75.9%)456 (24.1%)
2 Unit Apartments45 (11.5%)345 (88.5%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments33 (6.5%)476 (93.5%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments54 (8.3%)595 (91.7%)
10 or more Apartments117 (2.6%)4,375 (97.4%)
Mobile Home / Other101 (66.0%)52 (34.0%)
Total10,197 (57.8%)7,433 (42.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Moorhead

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Moorhead
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)451 (6.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms213 (2.1%)2,361 (31.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,934 (19.0%)3,363 (45.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms3,051 (29.9%)717 (9.7%)
8 or more Rooms4,999 (49.0%)541 (7.3%)
Total10,197 (100.0%)7,433 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Moorhead

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Moorhead
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas7,263 (71.2%)2,472 (33.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas368 (3.6%)112 (1.5%)
Electricity2,207 (21.6%)4,575 (61.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene185 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels174 (1.7%)61 (0.8%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)213 (2.9%)
Total10,197 (100.0%)7,433 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Moorhead

Household Vehicle Usage in Moorhead
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle220 (2.2%)1,564 (21.0%)
1 Vehicle2,433 (23.9%)3,092 (41.6%)
2 Vehicles5,182 (50.8%)1,904 (25.6%)
3 or more Vehicles2,362 (23.2%)873 (11.7%)
Total10,197 (100.0%)7,433 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Moorhead

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Moorhead

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units3,3246,873
Median Property Value$228,200$236,500
Median Household Income$74,655$1,696
Monthly Housing Costs$634$360
Real Estate Taxes$2,786$175

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Moorhead

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Moorhead
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000129 (3.9%)144 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $99,999144 (4.3%)56 (0.8%)
$100,000 to $299,9991,956 (58.8%)4,659 (67.8%)
$300,000 to $499,999972 (29.2%)1,716 (25.0%)
$500,000 to $749,99994 (2.8%)225 (3.3%)
$750,000 to $999,99913 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more16 (0.5%)73 (1.1%)
Total3,324 (100.0%)6,873 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Moorhead

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Moorhead
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000123 (3.7%)50 (0.7%)
$10,000 to $24,999210 (6.3%)165 (2.4%)
$25,000 to $34,999307 (9.2%)145 (2.1%)
$35,000 to $49,999404 (12.1%)200 (2.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999626 (18.8%)363 (5.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999412 (12.4%)961 (14.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999677 (20.4%)1,225 (17.8%)
$150,000 or more565 (17.0%)2,118 (30.8%)
Total3,324 (100.0%)6,873 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Moorhead

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Moorhead
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x973 (29.3%)108,120 (1,573.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x646 (19.4%)2,543 (37.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x551 (16.6%)2,274 (33.1%)
4.0x or more1,130 (34.0%)883 (12.9%)
Total3,324 (100.0%)6,873 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Moorhead

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Moorhead
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800267 (8.0%)17 (0.3%)
$800 to $1,499305 (9.2%)179 (2.6%)
$800 to $1,4992,701 (81.3%)807 (11.7%)
Total3,324 (100.0%)6,873 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Moorhead

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Moorhead

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Moorhead
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years3,339 (97.7%)78 (2.3%)
6 to 18 Years7,744 (97.7%)182 (2.3%)
19 to 25 Years7,519 (95.6%)346 (4.4%)
26 to 34 Years5,181 (91.3%)495 (8.7%)
35 to 44 Years5,223 (95.4%)253 (4.6%)
45 to 54 Years4,039 (94.5%)236 (5.5%)
55 to 64 Years4,099 (98.7%)53 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years2,973 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older2,243 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total42,360 (96.3%)1,643 (3.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Moorhead

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Moorhead
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born3,339 (97.7%)78 (2.3%)
Foreign Born, Citizen7,744 (97.7%)182 (2.3%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen7,519 (95.6%)346 (4.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Moorhead

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Moorhead
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0005,533 (92.1%)474 (7.9%)
$25,000 to $49,9995,901 (96.1%)239 (3.9%)
$50,000 to $74,9995,645 (97.3%)158 (2.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9996,113 (95.2%)310 (4.8%)
$100,000 and over16,586 (98.0%)335 (2.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Moorhead

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Moorhead
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 61,246 (36.5%)2,336 (68.4%)
6 to 18 Years3,197 (40.3%)5,310 (67.0%)
19 to 25 Years1,393 (17.7%)6,388 (81.2%)
25 to 34 Years1,421 (25.0%)4,069 (71.7%)
35 to 44 Years1,236 (22.6%)4,179 (76.3%)
45 to 54 Years694 (16.2%)3,467 (81.1%)
55 to 64 Years926 (22.3%)3,394 (81.7%)
65 to 74 Years2,876 (96.7%)1,791 (60.2%)
75 Years and over2,243 (100.0%)1,581 (70.5%)
Total15,232 (34.6%)32,515 (73.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Moorhead

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Moorhead
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years97 (2.5%)171 (5.1%)
18 to 34 Years669 (9.4%)778 (10.3%)
35 to 64 Years840 (11.9%)1,170 (17.1%)
65 to 74 Years448 (30.7%)237 (15.7%)
75 Years and over472 (50.4%)572 (43.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Moorhead

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Moorhead: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years6 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years59 (0.8%)7 (0.1%)
35 to 64 Years294 (4.2%)122 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years180 (12.3%)9 (0.6%)
75 Years and over393 (41.9%)162 (12.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Moorhead: <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 Years33 (0.5%)79 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years247 (3.5%)153 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years51 (3.5%)20 (1.3%)
75 Years and over33 (3.5%)104 (8.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Moorhead: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years91 (2.3%)171 (5.1%)
18 to 34 Years556 (7.8%)626 (8.3%)
35 to 64 Years448 (6.4%)538 (7.8%)
65 to 74 Years113 (7.7%)81 (5.3%)
75 Years and over31 (3.3%)55 (4.2%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Moorhead: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)29 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years32 (0.4%)51 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years324 (4.6%)649 (9.5%)
65 to 74 Years298 (20.4%)172 (11.4%)
75 Years and over163 (17.4%)466 (35.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Moorhead: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years11 (0.3%)29 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years49 (0.7%)39 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years118 (1.7%)188 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years28 (1.9%)38 (2.5%)
75 Years and over14 (1.5%)75 (5.7%)

Technology Access in Moorhead

Computing Device Access in Moorhead

Computing Device Access in Moorhead
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop14,12480.1%
Smartphone15,24686.5%
Tablet10,99262.4%
No Computing Device1,2617.1%
Total17,630100.0%

Internet Access in Moorhead

Internet Access in Moorhead
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet450.3%
Broadband Home13,10974.4%
Cellular Data Only1,77210.1%
Satellite Internet9815.6%
No Internet2,25712.8%
Total17,630100.0%

Moorhead Summary

Moorhead, Minnesota is a city located in Clay County, Minnesota, United States. It is situated along the Red River of the North, which forms the border between Minnesota and North Dakota. The city is part of the Fargo-Moorhead metropolitan area, which is the largest metropolitan area in North Dakota and Minnesota. As of the 2010 census, the population of Moorhead was 38,065.

History

Moorhead was first settled in 1871 by a group of Norwegian immigrants led by Ole K. Rølvaag. The city was named after William G. Moorhead, a railroad official who was instrumental in bringing the railroad to the area. The city was incorporated in 1881 and was the first city in Clay County.
In the late 19th century, Moorhead was a major center for the grain industry, with several grain elevators and flour mills. The city was also home to a large brickyard and several other industries.

Geography

Moorhead is located at the confluence of the Red River of the North and the Wild Rice River. The city is situated on the western edge of the Red River Valley, a flat and fertile region that stretches from the Canadian border to the Dakotas. The city is located approximately 75 miles northwest of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
The city has a total area of 16.2 square miles, of which 15.9 square miles is land and 0.3 square miles is water.

Economy

Moorhead's economy is largely based on agriculture, manufacturing, and services. The city is home to several large employers, including American Crystal Sugar Company, Minnesota State University Moorhead, and Sanford Health.

The city is also home to several large retail stores including Walmart Target and Best Buy

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Moorhead was 38,065. The racial makeup of the city was 90.2% White, 2.3% African American, 1.2% Native American, 2.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.2% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.3% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $45,945, and the median income for a family was $58,945. The per capita income for the city was $22,945. About 8.2% of families and 12.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Moorhead?
Total Population of Moorhead is 44,443.
What is the Total Male Population of Moorhead?
Total Male Population of Moorhead is 22,077.
What is the Total Female Population of Moorhead?
Total Female Population of Moorhead is 22,366.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Moorhead?
There are 98.71 Males per 100 Females in Moorhead.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Moorhead?
There are 101.31 Females per 100 Males in Moorhead.
What is the Median Population Age in Moorhead?
Median Population Age in Moorhead is 31.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Moorhead
Average Family Size in Moorhead is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Moorhead
Average Household Size in Moorhead is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Moorhead?
Per Capita income in Moorhead is $34,265.
What is the Median Family Income in Moorhead?
Median Family Income in Moorhead is $99,188.
What is the Median Household income in Moorhead?
Median Household Income in Moorhead is $68,680.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Moorhead?
Income or Wage Gap in Moorhead is 33.9%.
Women in Moorhead earn 66.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Moorhead?
Family Income Deficit in Moorhead is $11,992.
Families that are below poverty line in Moorhead earn $11,992 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Moorhead?
Inequality or Gini Index in Moorhead is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Moorhead?
There are 25,044 People in the Labor Forcein in Moorhead.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Moorhead?
71.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Moorhead.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Moorhead?
Unemployment Rate in Moorhead is 4.9%.