Wiggins, MS
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Wiggins Overview
4,266
TOTAL POPULATION
2,392
MALE POPULATION
1,874
FEMALE POPULATION
127.64
MALES / 100 FEMALES
78.34
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$21,208
PER CAPITA INCOME
$51,420
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$44,250
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
37.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
62.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,837
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
48.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
12.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Wiggins Zip Codes
Wiggins Area Codes
Race in Wiggins
The most populous races in Wiggins are White / Caucasian (2,606 | 61.1%), Black / African American (1,559 | 36.5%), and Two or more Races (85 | 2.0%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 1,559 | 36.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 74 | 1.7% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 2,606 | 61.1% |
| Two or more Races | 85 | 2.0% |
| Some other Race | 16 | 0.4% |
| Total | 4,266 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Wiggins
The most populous ancestries reported in Wiggins are English (274 | 6.4%), Irish (236 | 5.5%), American (143 | 3.4%), Scotch-Irish (138 | 3.2%), and German (122 | 2.9%), together accounting for 21.4% of all Wiggins residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 3 | 0.1% |
| American | 143 | 3.4% |
| British | 16 | 0.4% |
| Cape Verdean | 13 | 0.3% |
| Central American | 41 | 1.0% |
| Choctaw | 3 | 0.1% |
| English | 274 | 6.4% |
| European | 31 | 0.7% |
| French | 104 | 2.4% |
| German | 122 | 2.9% |
| Honduran | 36 | 0.8% |
| Irish | 236 | 5.5% |
| Italian | 57 | 1.3% |
| Mexican | 33 | 0.8% |
| Norwegian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Panamanian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 11 | 0.3% |
| Portuguese | 19 | 0.4% |
| Scandinavian | 4 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 138 | 3.2% |
| Scottish | 54 | 1.3% |
| Subsaharan African | 19 | 0.4% |
| Thai | 13 | 0.3% |
| Welsh | 5 | 0.1% | View All 24 Rows |
Immigrants in Wiggins
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Wiggins came from Central America (5 | 0.1%), Latin America (5 | 0.1%), and Mexico (5 | 0.1%), together accounting for 0.4% of all Wiggins residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Central America | 5 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 5 | 0.1% |
| Mexico | 5 | 0.1% | View All 3 Rows |
Sex and Age in Wiggins
Sex and Age in Wiggins
The most populous age groups in Wiggins are 15 to 19 Years (324 | 13.6%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (322 | 17.2%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 90 (3.8%) | 17 (0.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 84 (3.5%) | 14 (0.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 172 (7.2%) | 73 (3.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 324 (13.6%) | 322 (17.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 260 (10.9%) | 132 (7.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 147 (6.1%) | 58 (3.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 222 (9.3%) | 56 (3.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 130 (5.4%) | 70 (3.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 157 (6.6%) | 182 (9.7%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 277 (11.6%) | 268 (14.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 117 (4.9%) | 80 (4.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 100 (4.2%) | 38 (2.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 117 (4.9%) | 177 (9.5%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 86 (3.6%) | 112 (6.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 27 (1.1%) | 139 (7.4%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 52 (2.2%) | 53 (2.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 30 (1.3%) | 46 (2.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (2.0%) |
| Total | 2,392 (100.0%) | 1,874 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Wiggins
Median Family Size in Wiggins
The median family size in Wiggins is 3.51 persons per family, with single male/father families (106 | 12.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.58 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (438 | 53.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.21 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 438 (53.3%) | 3.21 |
| Single Male/Father | 106 (12.9%) | 4.58 |
| Single Female/Mother | 277 (33.7%) | 3.58 |
| Total Families | 821 (100.0%) | 3.51 |
Median Household Size in Wiggins
The median household size in Wiggins is 2.58 persons per household, with single male/father households (106 | 7.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.86 persons per household. non-family households (615 | 42.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.24 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 438 (30.5%) | 3.21 |
| Single Male/Father | 106 (7.4%) | 4.86 |
| Single Female/Mother | 277 (19.3%) | 3.69 |
| Non-family | 615 (42.8%) | 1.24 |
| Total Households | 1,436 (100.0%) | 2.58 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Wiggins
Out of a total of 1,436 households in Wiggins, 821 (57.2%) are family households, while 615 (42.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 279, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 559.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 559 (38.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 279 (19.4%) | 11 (0.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 246 (17.1%) | 9 (0.6%) |
| 4-Person Households | 137 (9.5%) | 36 (2.5%) |
| 5-Person Households | 121 (8.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 31 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 7 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 821 (57.2%) | 615 (42.8%) |
Female Fertility in Wiggins
Fertility by Age in Wiggins
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wiggins
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Wiggins
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wiggins
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in Wiggins
Income Overview in Wiggins
Per Capita Income in Wiggins is $21,208, while median incomes of families and households are $51,420 and $44,250 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 4,266 | $21,208 |
| Median Family Income | 821 | $51,420 |
| Mean Family Income | 821 | $65,705 |
| Median Household Income | 1,436 | $44,250 |
| Mean Household Income | 1,436 | $56,141 |
| Income Deficit | 821 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 4,266 | 37.93% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 4,266 | 62.07¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 4,266 | 0.42 |
Earnings by Sex in Wiggins
Average Earnings in Wiggins are $22,479, $30,116 for men and $18,693 for women, a difference of 37.9%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,048 (54.6%) | $30,116 |
| Female | 871 (45.4%) | $18,693 |
| Total | 1,919 (100.0%) | $22,479 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wiggins
The most common earnings brackets in Wiggins are $7,500 to $9,999 for men (202 | 19.3%) and $15,000 to $17,499 for women (137 | 15.7%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 59 (5.6%) | 12 (1.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 10 (0.9%) | 51 (5.9%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 6 (0.6%) | 29 (3.3%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 202 (19.3%) | 80 (9.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 10 (0.9%) | 86 (9.9%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (3.4%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 45 (4.3%) | 137 (15.7%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (2.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 91 (8.7%) | 91 (10.4%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 50 (4.8%) | 13 (1.5%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 49 (4.7%) | 40 (4.6%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 50 (4.8%) | 7 (0.8%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 53 (5.1%) | 53 (6.1%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 94 (9.0%) | 90 (10.3%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 81 (7.7%) | 9 (1.0%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 69 (6.6%) | 79 (9.1%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 106 (10.1%) | 9 (1.0%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 22 (2.1%) | 21 (2.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (1.4%) |
| $100,000+ | 51 (4.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,048 (100.0%) | 871 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wiggins
Average earnings in Wiggins are $43,449 for men and $20,975 for women, a difference of 51.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $51,719, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $24,767. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $40,993, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $20,282.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $24,767 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $49,971 | $20,282 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $35,000 | $0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | - | - |
| Graduate Degree | $51,719 | $0 |
| Total | $43,449 | $20,975 |
Family Income in Wiggins
Family Income Brackets in Wiggins
According to the Wiggins family income data, there are 154 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.8% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 13 | 1.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 152 | 18.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 138 | 16.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 95 | 11.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 154 | 18.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 80 | 9.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 124 | 15.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 47 | 5.7% |
| $200,000+ | 18 | 2.2% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wiggins
4-person families (137 | 16.7%) account for the highest median family income in Wiggins with $74,803 per family, while 2-person families (336 | 40.9%) have the highest median income of $31,166 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 336 (40.9%) | $62,333 |
| 3-Person Families | 189 (23.0%) | $31,853 |
| 4-Person Families | 137 (16.7%) | $74,803 |
| 5-Person Families | 130 (15.8%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 22 (2.7%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 7 (0.9%) | $0 |
| Total | 821 (100.0%) | $51,420 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Wiggins
The median family income in Wiggins is $51,420, with families comprising 3+ earners (63) having the highest median family income of $91,477, while families with no earners (143) have the lowest median family income of $30,424, accounting for 7.7% and 17.4% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 143 (17.4%) | $30,424 |
| 1 Earner | 284 (34.6%) | $47,903 |
| 2 Earners | 331 (40.3%) | $64,414 |
| 3+ Earners | 63 (7.7%) | $91,477 |
| Total | 821 (100.0%) | $51,420 |
Household Income in Wiggins
Household Income Brackets in Wiggins
With 289 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Wiggins, accounting for 20.1% of all households. In contrast, only 11 households (0.8%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 11 | 0.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 154 | 10.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 284 | 19.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 184 | 12.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 165 | 11.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 289 | 20.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 123 | 8.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 148 | 10.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 60 | 4.2% |
| $200,000+ | 19 | 1.3% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Wiggins
The median household income in Wiggins is $44,250, with the highest median household income of $58,115 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 589 households (41.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 52 households (3.6%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 52 (3.6%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 435 (30.3%) | $30,139 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 589 (41.0%) | $58,115 |
| 65+ Years | 360 (25.1%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,436 (100.0%) | $44,250 |
Poverty in Wiggins
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wiggins
With 24.5% poverty level for males and 24.3% for females among the residents of Wiggins, 15 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 11 males (47.8%) and 36 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 20 (22.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (50.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 5 (8.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 58 (36.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 11 (47.8%) | 36 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 25 (27.2%) | 30 (28.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 197 (43.1%) | 75 (24.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 97 (36.7%) | 30 (28.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 13 (9.9%) | 115 (47.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 11 (3.5%) | 36 (10.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 42 (21.3%) | 35 (17.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3 (3.3%) | 26 (11.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (44.2%) |
| Total | 482 (24.5%) | 424 (24.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wiggins
According to the poverty statistics in Wiggins, males aged 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 | 70 (77.8%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 26 (100.0%) | 7 (50.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 56 (91.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 102 (63.7%) | 73 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 12 (52.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 67 (72.8%) | 76 (71.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 260 (56.9%) | 237 (76.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 167 (63.3%) | 74 (71.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 118 (90.1%) | 127 (52.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 302 (96.5%) | 300 (89.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 155 (78.7%) | 165 (82.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 88 (96.7%) | 209 (88.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 63 (100.0%) | 43 (55.8%) |
| Total | 1,486 (75.5%) | 1,318 (75.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wiggins
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Wiggins show that 4.3% or 19 of the total 438 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 9.5%, comprising of 19 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 227 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 181 (90.5%) | 19 (9.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 419 (95.7%) | 19 (4.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wiggins
According to the poverty data in Wiggins, 41.5% or 44 single-father households and 36.1% or 100 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 44 households (71.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 95 households (78.5%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 44 (71.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 95 (78.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (11.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 44 (41.5%) | 100 (36.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wiggins
The poverty data for Wiggins shows that 19 of the married-couple family households (4.3%) and 144 of the single-parent households (37.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 households (9.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 95 household (57.6%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 44 (25.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 19 (9.5%) | 95 (57.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (11.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 19 (4.3%) | 144 (37.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Wiggins
Employment by Class of Employer in Wiggins
Among the 1,495 employed individuals in Wiggins, private company employees (1,256 | 84.0%), not-for-profit organizations (94 | 6.3%), and self-employed (incorporated) (39 | 2.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,256 | 84.0% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 39 | 2.6% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 12 | 0.8% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 94 | 6.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 32 | 2.1% |
| State Government Employees | 22 | 1.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 35 | 2.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 5 | 0.3% |
| Total | 1,495 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Wiggins
According to the labor force statistics for Wiggins, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,757), 48.9% or 1,837 individuals are in the labor force, with 12.5% or 230 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 84.7% or 332 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 43.7% or 145 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 204 (34.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 332 (84.7%) | 145 (43.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 117 (57.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 164 (59.0%) | 44 (26.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 314 (58.3%) | 33 (10.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 392 (52.8%) | 8 (2.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 93 (67.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 121 (41.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 82 (22.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 20 (9.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,837 (48.9%) | 230 (12.5%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wiggins
According to labor force statistics for Wiggins, 54.7% of individuals (1,201) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,196) are in the labor force, with 7.1% or 85 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 86.6% or 214 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 36.1% or 44 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 122 (24.7%) | 178 (36.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 359 (51.0%) | 63 (8.9%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 506 (67.4%) | 14 (1.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 214 (86.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,201 (54.7%) | 156 (7.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Wiggins
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wiggins are Community & Social Service (220 | 13.7%), Education Instruction & Library (172 | 10.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (146 | 9.1%), Management (126 | 7.8%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (49 | 3.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wiggins, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Business & Financial (64.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (90.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 68 (54.0%) | 58 (46.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 9 (64.3%) | 5 (35.7%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 27 (55.1%) | 22 (44.9%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 12 (35.3%) | 22 (64.7%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 40 (18.2%) | 180 (81.8%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 15 (38.5%) | 24 (61.5%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 16 (9.3%) | 156 (90.7%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 146 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 144 (26.0%) | 411 (74.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 783 (48.7%) | 826 (51.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Wiggins are Food Preparation & Serving (127 | 7.9%), Healthcare Support (97 | 6.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (13 | 0.8%), Security & Protection (3 | 0.2%), and Firefighting & Prevention (3 | 0.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Wiggins, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), Security & Protection (66.7%), and Firefighting & Prevention (66.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (74.8%), and Security & Protection (33.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 97 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 2 (66.7%) | 1 (33.3%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 2 (66.7%) | 1 (33.3%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 32 (25.2%) | 95 (74.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 47 (19.6%) | 193 (80.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 783 (48.7%) | 826 (51.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Wiggins are Sales & Related (238 | 14.8%), and Office & Administration (149 | 9.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 157 (66.0%) | 81 (34.0%) |
| Office & Administration | 41 (27.5%) | 108 (72.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 198 (51.2%) | 189 (48.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 783 (48.7%) | 826 (51.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Wiggins are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (111 | 6.9%), and Construction & Extraction (5 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 111 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 116 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 783 (48.7%) | 826 (51.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Wiggins are Production (197 | 12.2%), Transportation (72 | 4.5%), and Material Moving (42 | 2.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 164 (83.3%) | 33 (16.8%) |
| Transportation | 72 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 42 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 278 (89.4%) | 33 (10.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 783 (48.7%) | 826 (51.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Wiggins
Employment Industries in Wiggins
The major employment industries in Wiggins include Retail Trade (286 | 17.8%), Accommodation & Food Services (263 | 16.4%), Manufacturing (251 | 15.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (232 | 14.4%), and Educational Services (135 | 8.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Wiggins
The Wiggins industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Public Administration (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (93.5%), Educational Services (88.1%), and Accommodation & Food Services (82.5%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 59 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 180 (71.7%) | 71 (28.3%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 209 (73.1%) | 77 (26.9%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 95 (93.1%) | 7 (6.9%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 11 (20.7%) | 42 (79.2%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 30 (71.4%) | 12 (28.6%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 2 (66.7%) | 1 (33.3%) |
| Educational Services | 16 (11.8%) | 119 (88.1%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 15 (6.5%) | 217 (93.5%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 64 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 46 (17.5%) | 217 (82.5%) |
| Public Administration | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 783 (48.7%) | 826 (51.3%) |
Education in Wiggins
School Enrollment in Wiggins
The most common levels of schooling among the 989 students in Wiggins are high school (393 | 39.7%), college / undergraduate (240 | 24.3%), and middle school (208 | 21.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 24 | 2.4% |
| Kindergarten | 40 | 4.0% |
| Elementary School | 44 | 4.4% |
| Middle School | 208 | 21.0% |
| High School | 393 | 39.7% |
| College / Undergraduate | 240 | 24.3% |
| Graduate / Professional | 40 | 4.0% |
| Total | 989 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wiggins
Out of a total of 989 students who are enrolled in schools in Wiggins, 207 (20.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 782 (79.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 10 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 37 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 84 (85.7%) | 14 (14.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 233 (95.1%) | 12 (4.9%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 235 (91.4%) | 22 (8.6%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 151 (68.6%) | 69 (31.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 21 (20.8%) | 80 (79.2%) |
| Total | 782 (79.1%) | 207 (20.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wiggins
Education (179 | 49.6%), science & technology (60 | 16.6%), engineering (37 | 10.2%), liberal arts & history (26 | 7.2%), and arts & humanities (20 | 5.5%) are the most common fields of study among 361 individuals in Wiggins who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 0 | 0.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Psychology | 15 | 4.2% |
| Social Sciences | 7 | 1.9% |
| Engineering | 37 | 10.2% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 60 | 16.6% |
| Business | 17 | 4.7% |
| Education | 179 | 49.6% |
| Literature & Languages | 0 | 0.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 26 | 7.2% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 0 | 0.0% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 20 | 5.5% |
| Total | 361 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Wiggins
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wiggins
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Wiggins are males with 2 vehicles (271, accounting for 37.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (316, making up 35.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 22 (3.0%) | 5 (0.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 181 (25.0%) | 202 (26.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 271 (37.4%) | 316 (41.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 111 (15.3%) | 77 (10.0%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 140 (19.3%) | 170 (22.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 725 (100.0%) | 770 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Wiggins
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Wiggins are 5 to 9 minutes (416 commuters, 27.8%), 10 to 14 minutes (283 commuters, 18.9%), and 45 to 59 minutes (183 commuters, 12.2%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 69 | 4.6% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 416 | 27.8% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 283 | 18.9% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 51 | 3.4% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 16 | 1.1% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 25 | 1.7% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 92 | 6.1% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 148 | 9.9% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 183 | 12.2% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 180 | 12.0% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 32 | 2.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Wiggins
The most common commute times in Wiggins are 5 to 9 minutes (186 commuters, 25.7%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (230 commuters, 29.9%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 69 (9.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 186 (25.7%) | 230 (29.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 111 (15.3%) | 172 (22.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 31 (4.3%) | 20 (2.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 16 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 2 (0.3%) | 23 (3.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 11 (1.5%) | 81 (10.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 90 (12.4%) | 58 (7.5%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 154 (21.2%) | 29 (3.8%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 92 (12.7%) | 88 (11.4%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 32 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wiggins
The most frequent times of departure to work in Wiggins are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (198, 27.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (160, 20.8%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 139 (19.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 34 (4.7%) | 73 (9.5%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (2.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 198 (27.3%) | 55 (7.1%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 45 (6.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 37 (5.1%) | 160 (20.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 21 (2.9%) | 124 (16.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 36 (5.0%) | 67 (8.7%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 78 (10.8%) | 77 (10.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 7 (1.0%) | 9 (1.2%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 32 (4.2%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 40 (5.5%) | 111 (14.4%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 90 (12.4%) | 40 (5.2%) |
| Total | 725 (100.0%) | 770 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Wiggins
Occupancy by Ownership in Wiggins
Of the total 1,436 dwellings in Wiggins, owner-occupied units account for 751 (52.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 685 (47.7%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 751 | 52.3% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 685 | 47.7% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 1,436 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Wiggins
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 559 | 38.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 290 | 20.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 255 | 17.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 332 | 23.1% |
| Total Housing Units | 1,436 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wiggins
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 262 (46.9%) | 297 (53.1%) |
| 2-Person Household | 234 (80.7%) | 56 (19.3%) |
| 3-Person Household | 141 (55.3%) | 114 (44.7%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 114 (34.3%) | 218 (65.7%) |
| Total Housing Units | 751 (52.3%) | 685 (47.7%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wiggins
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 111 (57.8%) | 81 (42.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 226 (43.1%) | 298 (56.9%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 250 (46.9%) | 283 (53.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 164 (87.7%) | 23 (12.3%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wiggins
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 192 | 13.4% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 295 | 20.5% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 332 | 23.1% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 257 | 17.9% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 271 | 18.9% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 59 | 4.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 30 | 2.1% |
| Total | 1,436 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Wiggins
Median Income by Occupancy in Wiggins
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 751 (52.3%) | $59,618 |
| Renter-Occupied | 685 (47.7%) | $24,073 |
| Average | 1,436 (100.0%) | $44,250 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wiggins
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 9 (1.2%) | 3 (0.4%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 30 (4.0%) | 123 (18.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 41 (5.5%) | 171 (25.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 5 (0.7%) | 67 (9.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 116 (15.4%) | 68 (9.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 90 (12.0%) | 75 (11.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 185 (24.6%) | 103 (15.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 73 (9.7%) | 51 (7.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 124 (16.5%) | 24 (3.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 78 (10.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 751 (100.0%) | 685 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wiggins
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 55 (7.3%) | 51 (7.4%) |
| $300 to $499 | 237 (31.6%) | 49 (7.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 59 (7.9%) | 308 (45.0%) |
| $800 to $999 | 93 (12.4%) | 114 (16.6%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 196 (26.1%) | 91 (13.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 90 (12.0%) | 9 (1.3%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 11 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 10 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 751 (100.0%) | 685 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Wiggins
Housing Structures in Wiggins
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,038 | 72.3% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 9 | 0.6% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 117 | 8.2% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 13 | 0.9% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 46 | 3.2% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 99 | 6.9% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 114 | 7.9% |
| Total | 1,436 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wiggins
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 673 (64.8%) | 365 (35.2%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 117 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 46 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 99 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 78 (68.4%) | 36 (31.6%) |
| Total | 751 (52.3%) | 685 (47.7%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wiggins
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (1.9%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 0 (0.0%) | 211 (30.8%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 221 (29.4%) | 330 (48.2%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 356 (47.4%) | 109 (15.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 174 (23.2%) | 22 (3.2%) |
| Total | 751 (100.0%) | 685 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wiggins
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 262 (34.9%) | 188 (27.5%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 33 (4.4%) | 31 (4.5%) |
| Electricity | 456 (60.7%) | 453 (66.1%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (1.9%) |
| Total | 751 (100.0%) | 685 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Wiggins
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 114 (15.2%) | 177 (25.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 225 (30.0%) | 269 (39.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 215 (28.6%) | 200 (29.2%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 197 (26.2%) | 39 (5.7%) |
| Total | 751 (100.0%) | 685 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Wiggins
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Wiggins
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 347 | 404 |
| Median Property Value | $114,400 | $112,900 |
| Median Household Income | $49,913 | $47 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $410 | $10 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $993 | $92 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wiggins
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 16 (4.6%) | 39 (9.7%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 111 (32.0%) | 129 (31.9%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 172 (49.6%) | 222 (54.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (3.5%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 15 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 33 (9.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 347 (100.0%) | 404 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wiggins
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 4 (1.1%) | 11 (2.7%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 46 (13.3%) | 5 (1.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 41 (11.8%) | 30 (7.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 84 (24.2%) | 75 (18.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 86 (24.8%) | 6 (1.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 35 (10.1%) | 99 (24.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 20 (5.8%) | 38 (9.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 31 (8.9%) | 104 (25.7%) |
| Total | 347 (100.0%) | 404 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wiggins
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 125 (36.0%) | 63,333 (15,676.5%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 68 (19.6%) | 282 (69.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 41 (11.8%) | 32 (7.9%) |
| 4.0x or more | 113 (32.6%) | 29 (7.2%) |
| Total | 347 (100.0%) | 404 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wiggins
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 49 (14.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 69 (19.9%) | 170 (42.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 63 (18.2%) | 106 (26.2%) |
| Total | 347 (100.0%) | 404 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Wiggins
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wiggins
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 98 (66.7%) | 49 (33.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 685 (89.0%) | 85 (11.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 407 (71.5%) | 162 (28.5%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 232 (64.8%) | 126 (35.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 347 (93.0%) | 26 (7.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 566 (87.2%) | 83 (12.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 380 (95.7%) | 17 (4.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 326 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 140 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,181 (85.3%) | 548 (14.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wiggins
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 98 (66.7%) | 49 (33.3%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 685 (89.0%) | 85 (11.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 407 (71.5%) | 162 (28.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wiggins
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 775 (86.7%) | 119 (13.3%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 569 (78.2%) | 159 (21.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 732 (82.5%) | 155 (17.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 364 (83.5%) | 72 (16.5%) |
| $100,000 and over | 716 (94.3%) | 43 (5.7%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wiggins
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 98 (66.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 358 (46.5%) | 360 (46.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 96 (16.9%) | 324 (56.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 79 (22.1%) | 153 (42.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 97 (26.0%) | 259 (69.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 183 (28.2%) | 383 (59.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 197 (49.6%) | 193 (48.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 326 (100.0%) | 201 (61.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 140 (100.0%) | 65 (46.4%) |
| Total | 1,574 (42.2%) | 1,938 (52.0%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wiggins
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 76 (20.5%) | 45 (19.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 165 (22.9%) | 68 (16.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 264 (41.2%) | 178 (22.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 41 (45.1%) | 114 (48.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 37 (58.7%) | 64 (83.1%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Wiggins
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 | 9 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 43 (6.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (11.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 6 (9.5%) | 34 (44.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 45 (19.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 91 (14.2%) | 154 (19.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 29 (31.9%) | 11 (4.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 17 (27.0%) | 30 (39.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 36 (9.7%) | 45 (19.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 87 (12.1%) | 68 (16.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 116 (18.1%) | 48 (6.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 9 (9.9%) | 67 (28.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 20 (31.8%) | 34 (44.2%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 11 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 113 (15.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 227 (35.4%) | 52 (6.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 9 (9.9%) | 114 (48.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 26 (41.3%) | 34 (44.2%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 11 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 69 (9.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 127 (19.8%) | 8 (1.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 9 (9.9%) | 40 (17.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 26 (41.3%) | 34 (44.2%) |
Technology Access in Wiggins
Computing Device Access in Wiggins
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 847 | 59.0% |
| Smartphone | 1,322 | 92.1% |
| Tablet | 630 | 43.9% |
| No Computing Device | 108 | 7.5% |
| Total | 1,436 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Wiggins
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 507 | 35.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 231 | 16.1% |
| Satellite Internet | 125 | 8.7% |
| No Internet | 551 | 38.4% |
| Total | 1,436 | 100.0% |
Wiggins Summary
Wiggins is a city located in Stone County, Mississippi, United States. The population was 5,183 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Stone County. Wiggins is part of the Gulfport–Biloxi Metropolitan Statistical Area.
History
Wiggins was founded in 1883 by the Gulf and Ship Island Railroad. The city was named after Colonel W.W. Wiggins, who was the president of the railroad. The city was incorporated in 1884.
Geography
Wiggins is located at 30°58'25" North, 89°10'25" West (30.973611, -89.173611). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.2 square miles (13.4 km2), all land.
Economy
Wiggins is a small town with a diverse economy. The city is home to several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, a pharmacy, and a variety of restaurants. The city also has a number of manufacturing and industrial businesses, including a lumber mill, a paper mill, and a plastics plant.
Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 5,039 people, 1,945 households, and 1,323 families residing in the city. The population density was 972.2 people per square mile (375.3/km2). There were 2,093 housing units at an average density of 400.2 per square mile (154.4/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 68.2% White, 29.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.
There were 1,945 households, out of which 32.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.2% were married couples living together, 17.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.2% were non-families. 28.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 3.06.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.2% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 26.2% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $27,917, and the median income for a family was $35,938. Males had a median income of $30,917 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,945. About 17.2% of families and 20.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 16.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Wiggins?
Total Population of Wiggins is 4,266.
What is the Total Male Population of Wiggins?
Total Male Population of Wiggins is 2,392.
What is the Total Female Population of Wiggins?
Total Female Population of Wiggins is 1,874.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Wiggins?
There are 127.64 Males per 100 Females in Wiggins.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Wiggins?
There are 78.34 Females per 100 Males in Wiggins.
What is the Median Population Age in Wiggins?
Median Population Age in Wiggins is 38.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Wiggins
Average Family Size in Wiggins is 3.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Wiggins
Average Household Size in Wiggins is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Wiggins?
Per Capita income in Wiggins is $21,208.
What is the Median Family Income in Wiggins?
Median Family Income in Wiggins is $51,420.
What is the Median Household income in Wiggins?
Median Household Income in Wiggins is $44,250.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Wiggins?
Income or Wage Gap in Wiggins is 37.9%.
Women in Wiggins earn 62.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Wiggins?
Inequality or Gini Index in Wiggins is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Wiggins?
There are 1,837 People in the Labor Forcein in Wiggins.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Wiggins?
48.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Wiggins.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Wiggins?
Unemployment Rate in Wiggins is 12.5%.