Drexel, NC

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Drexel Overview

1,768
TOTAL POPULATION
924
MALE POPULATION
844
FEMALE POPULATION
109.48
MALES / 100 FEMALES
91.34
FEMALES / 100 MALES
47.6
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,555
PER CAPITA INCOME
$68,451
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$59,052
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
26.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
74.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.37
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
854
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Drexel Zip Codes

Drexel Area Codes

Race in Drexel

The most populous races in Drexel are White / Caucasian (1,544 | 87.3%), Black / African American (93 | 5.3%), and Asian (50 | 2.8%).
Race in Drexel
Race# Population% Population
Asian502.8%
Black / African American935.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific100.6%
Hispanic or Latino412.3%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,54487.3%
Two or more Races442.5%
Some other Race271.5%
Total1,768100.0%

Ancestry in Drexel

The most populous ancestries reported in Drexel are American (591 | 33.4%), Irish (222 | 12.6%), German (176 | 10.0%), English (167 | 9.5%), and Scottish (36 | 2.0%), together accounting for 67.4% of all Drexel residents.
Ancestry in Drexel
Ancestry# Population% Population
American59133.4%
Bangladeshi241.4%
Belgian40.2%
Canadian90.5%
Cherokee191.1%
Chippewa20.1%
Colombian20.1%
Dominican60.3%
Dutch352.0%
English1679.5%
European130.7%
French321.8%
French Canadian20.1%
German17610.0%
Irish22212.6%
Italian160.9%
Malaysian261.5%
Mexican331.9%
Native Hawaiian100.6%
Norwegian30.2%
Polish241.4%
Scotch-Irish181.0%
Scottish362.0%
South American20.1%
Welsh80.4%
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Immigrants in Drexel

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Drexel came from Asia (30 | 1.7%), South Eastern Asia (30 | 1.7%), Thailand (19 | 1.1%), Latin America (16 | 0.9%), and Caribbean (12 | 0.7%), together accounting for 6.1% of all Drexel residents.
Immigrants in Drexel
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia301.7%
Canada90.5%
Caribbean120.7%
Central America40.2%
Dominican Republic120.7%
England120.7%
Europe120.7%
Laos110.6%
Latin America160.9%
Mexico40.2%
Northern Europe120.7%
South Eastern Asia301.7%
Thailand191.1%
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Sex and Age in Drexel

Sex and Age in Drexel

The most populous age groups in Drexel are 45 to 49 Years (135 | 14.6%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (122 | 14.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Drexel
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years59 (6.4%)19 (2.2%)
5 to 9 Years51 (5.5%)49 (5.8%)
10 to 14 Years26 (2.8%)25 (3.0%)
15 to 19 Years21 (2.3%)23 (2.7%)
20 to 24 Years50 (5.4%)29 (3.4%)
25 to 29 Years58 (6.3%)56 (6.6%)
30 to 34 Years72 (7.8%)67 (7.9%)
35 to 39 Years32 (3.5%)48 (5.7%)
40 to 44 Years30 (3.3%)61 (7.2%)
45 to 49 Years135 (14.6%)20 (2.4%)
50 to 54 Years69 (7.5%)34 (4.0%)
55 to 59 Years44 (4.8%)37 (4.4%)
60 to 64 Years57 (6.2%)122 (14.4%)
65 to 69 Years97 (10.5%)66 (7.8%)
70 to 74 Years58 (6.3%)73 (8.6%)
75 to 79 Years49 (5.3%)39 (4.6%)
80 to 84 Years12 (1.3%)27 (3.2%)
85 Years and over4 (0.4%)49 (5.8%)
Total924 (100.0%)844 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Drexel

Median Family Size in Drexel

The median family size in Drexel is 2.69 persons per family, with married-couple families (343 | 72.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.83 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (107 | 22.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.30 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Drexel
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple343 (72.2%)2.83
Single Male/Father25 (5.3%)2.32
Single Female/Mother107 (22.5%)2.30
Total Families475 (100.0%)2.69

Median Household Size in Drexel

The median household size in Drexel is 2.27 persons per household, with married-couple households (343 | 47.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.83 persons per household. non-family households (255 | 34.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.33 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Drexel
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple343 (47.0%)2.83
Single Male/Father25 (3.4%)2.32
Single Female/Mother107 (14.7%)2.73
Non-family255 (34.9%)1.33
Total Households730 (100.0%)2.27

Household Size by Marriage Status in Drexel

Out of a total of 730 households in Drexel, 475 (65.1%) are family households, while 255 (34.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 269, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 192.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Drexel
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-192 (26.3%)
2-Person Households269 (36.8%)48 (6.6%)
3-Person Households119 (16.3%)15 (2.1%)
4-Person Households62 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households25 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total475 (65.1%)255 (34.9%)

Female Fertility in Drexel

Fertility by Age in Drexel

Average fertility rate in Drexel is 171.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 368.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Drexel
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years56 (100.0%)368.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total56 (100.0%)171.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Drexel

48.2% of women with births (56) in Drexel are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 51.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 51.8% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Drexel
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years27 (48.2%)29 (51.8%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total27 (48.2%)29 (51.8%)

Fertility by Education in Drexel

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Drexel
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School29 (51.8%)569.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree13 (23.2%)84.0
Bachelor's Degree14 (25.0%)203.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total56 (100.0%)171.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Drexel

51.8% of women with births in Drexel are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate'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 Drexel
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total27 (48.2%)29 (51.8%)

Income in Drexel

Income Overview in Drexel

Per Capita Income in Drexel is $31,555, while median incomes of families and households are $68,451 and $59,052 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,768$31,555
Median Family Income475$68,451
Mean Family Income475$81,199
Median Household Income730$59,052
Mean Household Income730$68,959
Income Deficit475$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,76826.04%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,76873.96¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,7680.37

Earnings by Sex in Drexel

Average Earnings in Drexel are $36,076, $41,818 for men and $30,929 for women, a difference of 26.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Drexel
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male506 (57.5%)$41,818
Female374 (42.5%)$30,929
Total880 (100.0%)$36,076

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Drexel

The most common earnings brackets in Drexel are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (67 | 13.2%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (66 | 17.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Drexel
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less7 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9994 (0.8%)27 (7.2%)
$5,000 to $7,49916 (3.2%)10 (2.7%)
$7,500 to $9,99920 (4.0%)21 (5.6%)
$10,000 to $12,4998 (1.6%)10 (2.7%)
$12,500 to $14,9996 (1.2%)4 (1.1%)
$15,000 to $17,4999 (1.8%)15 (4.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99913 (2.6%)4 (1.1%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9999 (1.8%)29 (7.7%)
$25,000 to $29,99959 (11.7%)54 (14.4%)
$30,000 to $34,99938 (7.5%)43 (11.5%)
$35,000 to $39,99948 (9.5%)66 (17.6%)
$40,000 to $44,99942 (8.3%)8 (2.1%)
$45,000 to $49,99941 (8.1%)30 (8.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99952 (10.3%)4 (1.1%)
$55,000 to $64,99935 (6.9%)7 (1.9%)
$65,000 to $74,9995 (1.0%)4 (1.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99967 (13.2%)12 (3.2%)
$100,000+27 (5.3%)26 (7.0%)
Total506 (100.0%)374 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Drexel

Average earnings in Drexel are $44,563 for men and $31,857 for women, a difference of 28.5%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $56,765, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $28,702. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $106,806, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $23,684.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Drexel
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$28,702$0
High School Diploma$38,438$23,684
College or Associate's Degree$56,765$31,450
Bachelor's Degree$45,729$48,393
Graduate Degree--
Total$44,563$31,857

Family Income in Drexel

Family Income Brackets in Drexel

According to the Drexel family income data, there are 123 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.9% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Drexel
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00040.8%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999245.1%
$25,000 to $34,9995010.5%
$35,000 to $49,9996513.7%
$50,000 to $74,99912325.9%
$75,000 to $99,9996814.3%
$100,000 to $149,9999620.2%
$150,000 to $199,999326.7%
$200,000+132.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Drexel

5-person families (25 | 5.3%) account for the highest median family income in Drexel with $104,250 per family, while 2-person families (311 | 65.5%) have the highest median income of $33,764 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Drexel
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families311 (65.5%)$67,527
3-Person Families83 (17.5%)$87,417
4-Person Families56 (11.8%)$58,500
5-Person Families25 (5.3%)$104,250
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total475 (100.0%)$68,451

Family Income by Number of Earners in Drexel

The median family income in Drexel is $68,451, with families comprising 3+ earners (29) having the highest median family income of $123,092, while families with 1 earner (183) have the lowest median family income of $46,146, accounting for 6.1% and 38.5% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Drexel
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners89 (18.7%)$60,156
1 Earner183 (38.5%)$46,146
2 Earners174 (36.6%)$69,489
3+ Earners29 (6.1%)$123,092
Total475 (100.0%)$68,451

Household Income in Drexel

Household Income Brackets in Drexel

With 191 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Drexel, accounting for 26.2% of all households. In contrast, only 13 households (1.8%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Drexel
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000212.9%
$10,000 to $14,999283.8%
$15,000 to $24,999648.8%
$25,000 to $34,9997510.3%
$35,000 to $49,99910214.0%
$50,000 to $74,99919126.2%
$75,000 to $99,9998511.6%
$100,000 to $149,99911916.3%
$150,000 to $199,999324.4%
$200,000+131.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Drexel

The median household income in Drexel is $59,052, with the highest median household income of $67,500 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 226 households (31.0%) 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 20 households (2.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Drexel
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years20 (2.7%)$0
25 to 44 Years226 (31.0%)$67,500
45 to 64 Years232 (31.8%)$50,000
65+ Years252 (34.5%)$62,188
Total730 (100.0%)$59,052

Poverty in Drexel

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Drexel

With 9.2% poverty level for males and 8.8% for females among the residents of Drexel, 55 to 64 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 19 males (21.3%) and 8 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Drexel
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years7 (11.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years10 (15.9%)6 (10.2%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)5 (33.3%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years6 (9.8%)10 (24.4%)
25 to 34 Years9 (6.9%)8 (6.5%)
35 to 44 Years4 (6.5%)4 (3.7%)
45 to 54 Years12 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years19 (21.3%)22 (13.8%)
65 to 74 Years13 (9.1%)7 (5.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total80 (9.2%)70 (8.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Drexel

According to the poverty statistics in Drexel, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Drexel
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years52 (88.1%)19 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years53 (84.1%)53 (89.8%)
12 to 14 Years14 (100.0%)10 (66.7%)
15 Years3 (100.0%)3 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years55 (90.2%)31 (75.6%)
25 to 34 Years121 (93.1%)115 (93.5%)
35 to 44 Years58 (93.5%)105 (96.3%)
45 to 54 Years182 (93.8%)54 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years70 (78.6%)137 (86.2%)
65 to 74 Years130 (90.9%)111 (94.1%)
75 Years and over40 (100.0%)87 (100.0%)
Total785 (90.7%)725 (91.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Drexel

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Drexel show that 4.4% or 15 of the total 343 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 7.5%, comprising of 8 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Drexel
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children220 (96.9%)7 (3.1%)
1 or 2 Children98 (92.4%)8 (7.5%)
3 or 4 Children10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total328 (95.6%)15 (4.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Drexel

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Drexel
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)4 (3.7%)

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

The poverty data for Drexel shows that 15 of the married-couple family households (4.4%) and 4 of the single-parent households (3.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (7.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Drexel
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children7 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children8 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total15 (4.4%)4 (3.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Drexel

Employment by Class of Employer in Drexel

Among the 804 employed individuals in Drexel, private company employees (591 | 73.5%), state government employees (72 | 9.0%), and not-for-profit organizations (47 | 5.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Drexel
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees59173.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)111.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)415.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations475.9%
Local Government Employees263.2%
State Government Employees729.0%
Federal Government Employees162.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total804100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Drexel

According to the labor force statistics for Drexel, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,533), 55.7% or 854 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 39 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 79 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.7% or 10 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Drexel
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years14 (36.8%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years79 (100.0%)10 (12.7%)
25 to 29 Years97 (85.1%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years110 (79.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years142 (83.0%)15 (10.6%)
45 to 54 Years192 (74.4%)14 (7.3%)
55 to 59 Years49 (60.5%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years86 (48.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years85 (28.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total854 (55.7%)39 (4.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Drexel

According to labor force statistics for Drexel, 71.8% of individuals (676) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (942) are in the labor force, with 4.3% or 29 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 79.6% or 312 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 23.1% or 12 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Drexel
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School52 (53.1%)23 (23.1%)
High School Diploma212 (69.7%)6 (1.9%)
College / Associate Degree312 (79.6%)14 (3.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher100 (67.6%)3 (2.0%)
Total676 (71.8%)41 (4.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Drexel

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Drexel are Health Diagnosing & Treating (77 | 9.5%), Community & Social Service (71 | 8.7%), Management (57 | 7.0%), Business & Financial (48 | 5.9%), and Health Technologists (45 | 5.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Drexel

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Drexel, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (86.5%), Health Technologists (84.4%), and Management (73.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Drexel
OccupationMaleFemale
Management15 (26.3%)42 (73.7%)
Business & Financial14 (29.2%)34 (70.8%)
Computers, Engineering & Science24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 25 (35.2%)46 (64.8%)
Education, Arts & Media20 (58.8%)14 (41.2%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library5 (13.5%)32 (86.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating25 (32.5%)52 (67.5%)
Health Technologists7 (15.6%)38 (84.4%)
Total (Category)103 (37.2%)174 (62.8%)
Total (Overall)460 (56.4%)355 (43.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Drexel are Healthcare Support (51 | 6.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (26 | 3.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (24 | 2.9%), Security & Protection (16 | 2.0%), and Law Enforcement (16 | 2.0%).
Services Occupations in Drexel

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Drexel, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (65.4%), Security & Protection (56.2%), and Law Enforcement (56.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (78.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Drexel
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support11 (21.6%)40 (78.4%)
Security & Protection9 (56.2%)7 (43.8%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement9 (56.2%)7 (43.8%)
Food Preparation & Serving12 (50.0%)12 (50.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance17 (65.4%)9 (34.6%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Total (Category)49 (38.0%)80 (62.0%)
Total (Overall)460 (56.4%)355 (43.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Drexel are Office & Administration (47 | 5.8%), and Sales & Related (30 | 3.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Drexel

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Drexel
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related14 (46.7%)16 (53.3%)
Office & Administration27 (57.5%)20 (42.5%)
Total (Category)41 (53.2%)36 (46.8%)
Total (Overall)460 (56.4%)355 (43.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Drexel are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (107 | 13.1%), and Construction & Extraction (45 | 5.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Drexel

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Drexel
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair107 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)152 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)460 (56.4%)355 (43.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Drexel are Production (75 | 9.2%), Material Moving (72 | 8.8%), and Transportation (33 | 4.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Drexel

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Drexel
OccupationMaleFemale
Production39 (52.0%)36 (48.0%)
Transportation33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving43 (59.7%)29 (40.3%)
Total (Category)115 (63.9%)65 (36.1%)
Total (Overall)460 (56.4%)355 (43.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Drexel

Employment Industries in Drexel

The major employment industries in Drexel include Manufacturing (228 | 28.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (151 | 18.5%), Retail Trade (99 | 12.1%), Construction (45 | 5.5%), and Accommodation & Food Services (44 | 5.4%).
Employment Industries in Drexel

Employment Industries by Sex in Drexel

The Drexel industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Information (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (77.5%), and Accommodation & Food Services (72.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Drexel
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing189 (82.9%)39 (17.1%)
Wholesale Trade9 (56.2%)7 (43.8%)
Retail Trade44 (44.4%)55 (55.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific12 (31.6%)26 (68.4%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support11 (45.8%)13 (54.2%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance34 (22.5%)117 (77.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services12 (27.3%)32 (72.7%)
Public Administration16 (59.3%)11 (40.7%)
Total460 (56.4%)355 (43.6%)

Education in Drexel

School Enrollment in Drexel

The most common levels of schooling among the 221 students in Drexel are elementary school (92 | 41.6%), high school (39 | 17.6%), and middle school (32 | 14.5%).
School Enrollment in Drexel
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten115.0%
Elementary School9241.6%
Middle School3214.5%
High School3917.6%
College / Undergraduate3114.0%
Graduate / Professional167.2%
Total221100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Drexel

Out of a total of 221 students who are enrolled in schools in Drexel, 8 (3.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 213 (96.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 5 to 9 year old has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 8 (8.0% 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 41 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Drexel
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old92 (92.0%)8 (8.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total213 (96.4%)8 (3.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Drexel

Education (79 | 25.4%), science & technology (55 | 17.7%), business (36 | 11.6%), psychology (32 | 10.3%), and arts & humanities (31 | 10.0%) are the most common fields of study among 311 individuals in Drexel who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Drexel
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics123.9%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural123.9%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology3210.3%
Social Sciences247.7%
Engineering31.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology5517.7%
Business3611.6%
Education7925.4%
Literature & Languages113.5%
Liberal Arts & History92.9%
Visual & Performing Arts72.2%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities3110.0%
Total311100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Drexel

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Drexel

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Drexel are males with 2 vehicles (169, accounting for 37.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (165, making up 48.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Drexel
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle75 (16.5%)94 (27.0%)
2 Vehicles169 (37.1%)165 (47.4%)
3 Vehicles139 (30.5%)75 (21.5%)
4 Vehicles60 (13.2%)3 (0.9%)
5 or more Vehicles13 (2.9%)11 (3.2%)
Total456 (100.0%)348 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Drexel

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Drexel are 15 to 19 minutes (230 commuters, 29.9%), 10 to 14 minutes (177 commuters, 23.0%), and 30 to 34 minutes (110 commuters, 14.3%).
Commute Time in Drexel
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes192.5%
5 to 9 Minutes212.7%
10 to 14 Minutes17723.0%
15 to 19 Minutes23029.9%
20 to 24 Minutes587.5%
25 to 29 Minutes729.3%
30 to 34 Minutes11014.3%
35 to 39 Minutes131.7%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes395.1%
60 to 89 Minutes111.4%
90 or more Minutes202.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Drexel

The most common commute times in Drexel are 15 to 19 minutes (121 commuters, 27.6%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (109 commuters, 32.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Drexel
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes19 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes16 (3.6%)5 (1.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes88 (20.1%)89 (26.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes121 (27.6%)109 (32.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes35 (8.0%)23 (6.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes38 (8.7%)34 (10.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes80 (18.3%)30 (9.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)13 (3.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes10 (2.3%)29 (8.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes11 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes20 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Drexel

The most frequent times of departure to work in Drexel are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (83, 19.0%) for males and 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (57, 17.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Drexel
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM11 (2.5%)6 (1.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM56 (12.8%)13 (3.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM83 (19.0%)33 (9.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM39 (8.9%)37 (11.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM13 (3.0%)30 (9.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM75 (17.1%)52 (15.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM22 (5.0%)29 (8.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM36 (8.2%)11 (3.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM20 (4.6%)8 (2.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)6 (1.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)21 (6.3%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM19 (4.3%)57 (17.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM64 (14.6%)29 (8.7%)
Total438 (100.0%)332 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Drexel

Occupancy by Ownership in Drexel

Of the total 730 dwellings in Drexel, owner-occupied units account for 532 (72.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 198 (27.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Drexel
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units53272.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units19827.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units730100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Drexel

Occupancy by Household Size in Drexel
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household19226.3%
2-Person Household31743.4%
3-Person Household13418.4%
4+ Person Household8711.9%
Total Housing Units730100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Drexel

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Drexel
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household122 (63.5%)70 (36.5%)
2-Person Household260 (82.0%)57 (18.0%)
3-Person Household91 (67.9%)43 (32.1%)
4+ Person Household59 (67.8%)28 (32.2%)
Total Housing Units532 (72.9%)198 (27.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Drexel

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Drexel
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School23 (31.9%)49 (68.1%)
High School Diploma172 (81.9%)38 (18.1%)
College/Associate Degree167 (63.7%)95 (36.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher170 (91.4%)16 (8.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Drexel

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Drexel
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years13117.9%
35 to 44 Years11515.8%
45 to 54 Years10113.8%
55 to 64 Years13117.9%
65 to 74 Years16122.1%
75 to 84 Years7410.1%
85 Years and Over172.3%
Total730100.0%

Housing Finances in Drexel

Median Income by Occupancy in Drexel

Median Income by Occupancy in Drexel
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied532 (72.9%)$67,560
Renter-Occupied198 (27.1%)$50,179
Average730 (100.0%)$59,052

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Drexel

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Drexel
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)17 (8.6%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)4 (2.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99924 (4.5%)4 (2.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9993 (0.6%)24 (12.1%)
$20,000 to $24,99918 (3.4%)19 (9.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99958 (10.9%)17 (8.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99989 (16.7%)13 (6.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999115 (21.6%)76 (38.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99971 (13.4%)14 (7.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999109 (20.5%)10 (5.1%)
$150,000 or more45 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total532 (100.0%)198 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Drexel

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Drexel
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30037 (7.0%)10 (5.1%)
$300 to $499106 (19.9%)25 (12.6%)
$500 to $799129 (24.2%)73 (36.9%)
$800 to $99943 (8.1%)33 (16.7%)
$1,000 to $1,499115 (21.6%)19 (9.6%)
$1,500 to $1,99973 (13.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49922 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more7 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total532 (100.0%)198 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Drexel

Housing Structures in Drexel

Housing Structures in Drexel
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached55776.3%
Single Unit, Attached91.2%
2 Unit Apartments40.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments577.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments8711.9%
10 or more Apartments71.0%
Mobile Home / Other91.2%
Total730100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Drexel

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Drexel
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached507 (91.0%)50 (9.0%)
Single Unit, Attached9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)57 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments7 (8.1%)80 (91.9%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total532 (72.9%)198 (27.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Drexel

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Drexel
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)8 (4.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)24 (12.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms169 (31.8%)139 (70.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms218 (41.0%)27 (13.6%)
8 or more Rooms145 (27.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total532 (100.0%)198 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Drexel

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Drexel
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas129 (24.2%)9 (4.5%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas40 (7.5%)9 (4.5%)
Electricity325 (61.1%)180 (90.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene34 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels4 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total532 (100.0%)198 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Drexel

Household Vehicle Usage in Drexel
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle10 (1.9%)9 (4.5%)
1 Vehicle111 (20.9%)138 (69.7%)
2 Vehicles261 (49.1%)47 (23.7%)
3 or more Vehicles150 (28.2%)4 (2.0%)
Total532 (100.0%)198 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Drexel

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Drexel

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units215317
Median Property Value$182,100$171,200
Median Household Income$45,729$37
Monthly Housing Costs$448$7
Real Estate Taxes$1,355$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Drexel

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Drexel
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00011 (5.1%)5 (1.6%)
$50,000 to $99,99929 (13.5%)54 (17.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999166 (77.2%)220 (69.4%)
$300,000 to $499,9999 (4.2%)38 (12.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total215 (100.0%)317 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Drexel

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Drexel
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)12 (3.8%)
$10,000 to $24,99942 (19.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99943 (20.0%)3 (0.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99938 (17.7%)15 (4.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99935 (16.3%)51 (16.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99912 (5.6%)80 (25.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99937 (17.2%)59 (18.6%)
$150,000 or more8 (3.7%)72 (22.7%)
Total215 (100.0%)317 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Drexel

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Drexel
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x56 (26.1%)86,583 (27,313.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x22 (10.2%)114 (36.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x20 (9.3%)131 (41.3%)
4.0x or more117 (54.4%)38 (12.0%)
Total215 (100.0%)317 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Drexel

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Drexel
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80033 (15.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49993 (43.3%)83 (26.2%)
$800 to $1,49989 (41.4%)117 (36.9%)
Total215 (100.0%)317 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Drexel

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Drexel

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Drexel
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years189 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years88 (77.9%)25 (22.1%)
26 to 34 Years186 (82.7%)39 (17.3%)
35 to 44 Years146 (85.4%)25 (14.6%)
45 to 54 Years229 (92.3%)19 (7.7%)
55 to 64 Years221 (89.1%)27 (10.9%)
65 to 74 Years261 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older127 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,525 (91.9%)135 (8.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Drexel

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Drexel
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen189 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen88 (77.9%)25 (22.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Drexel

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Drexel
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000161 (92.0%)14 (8.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999255 (84.7%)46 (15.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999403 (85.0%)71 (15.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999231 (98.3%)4 (1.7%)
$100,000 and over475 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Drexel

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Drexel
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 661 (78.2%)24 (30.8%)
6 to 18 Years98 (51.8%)109 (57.7%)
19 to 25 Years10 (8.8%)78 (69.0%)
25 to 34 Years46 (20.4%)140 (62.2%)
35 to 44 Years15 (8.8%)131 (76.6%)
45 to 54 Years66 (26.6%)163 (65.7%)
55 to 64 Years68 (27.4%)164 (66.1%)
65 to 74 Years250 (95.8%)158 (60.5%)
75 Years and over127 (100.0%)114 (89.8%)
Total741 (44.6%)1,081 (65.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Drexel

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Drexel
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years3 (3.5%)12 (14.1%)
18 to 34 Years19 (10.0%)10 (6.1%)
35 to 64 Years82 (23.8%)82 (25.5%)
65 to 74 Years28 (19.6%)31 (26.3%)
75 Years and over8 (20.0%)52 (59.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Drexel

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Drexel: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years29 (8.4%)46 (14.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over8 (20.0%)27 (31.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Drexel: <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 Years9 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years13 (3.8%)9 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)10 (11.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Drexel: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years3 (3.5%)12 (14.1%)
18 to 34 Years19 (10.0%)10 (6.1%)
35 to 64 Years32 (9.3%)34 (10.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)3 (2.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)9 (10.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Drexel: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)12 (14.1%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years40 (11.6%)27 (8.4%)
65 to 74 Years28 (19.6%)31 (26.3%)
75 Years and over8 (20.0%)34 (39.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Drexel: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years16 (4.6%)4 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)3 (2.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)9 (10.3%)

Technology Access in Drexel

Computing Device Access in Drexel

Computing Device Access in Drexel
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop56076.7%
Smartphone62685.8%
Tablet36750.3%
No Computing Device7410.1%
Total730100.0%

Internet Access in Drexel

Internet Access in Drexel
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home55876.4%
Cellular Data Only415.6%
Satellite Internet243.3%
No Internet11916.3%
Total730100.0%

Drexel Summary

Drexel is a small town located in Burke County, North Carolina. It is situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, about 25 miles east of Asheville. The town was founded in 1891 and named after the Drexel Furniture Company, which was located in nearby Morganton. The town has a population of approximately 1,500 people and is home to a variety of businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, a pharmacy, and a few restaurants.

Geography

Drexel is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, about 25 miles east of Asheville. The town is situated at an elevation of 1,400 feet and is surrounded by the Catawba River to the north and the South Mountains to the south. The town is located in a valley, with the surrounding mountains providing a picturesque backdrop. The town is also located near several popular tourist attractions, including Lake James, Linville Falls, and Grandfather Mountain.

Economy

Drexel’s economy is largely based on tourism and small businesses. The town is home to a variety of businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, a pharmacy, and a few restaurants. The town also has a few small manufacturing companies, such as a furniture factory and a textile mill. The town is also home to a few small farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and tobacco.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Drexel was 1,500 people. The town is predominantly white, with approximately 90% of the population being Caucasian. The remaining 10% of the population is made up of African Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans. The median household income in Drexel is $35,000, and the median age is 40 years old.

History

Drexel was founded in 1891 and named after the Drexel Furniture Company, which was located in nearby Morganton. The town was originally a small farming community, but it began to grow in the early 20th century when the railroad was built through the area. The town was also home to a few small manufacturing companies, such as a furniture factory and a textile mill. The town experienced a period of decline in the mid-20th century, but it has since seen a resurgence in recent years due to its proximity to Asheville and other popular tourist attractions.

Conclusion

Drexel is a small town located in Burke County, North Carolina. It is situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, about 25 miles east of Asheville. The town was founded in 1891 and named after the Drexel Furniture Company, which was located in nearby Morganton. The town has a population of approximately 1,500 people and is home to a variety of businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, a pharmacy, and a few restaurants. The town’s economy is largely based on tourism and small businesses, and the town is also home to a few small manufacturing companies and farms. The town is predominantly white, with approximately 90% of the population being Caucasian. The median household income in Drexel is $35,000, and the median age is 40 years old.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Drexel?
Total Population of Drexel is 1,768.
What is the Total Male Population of Drexel?
Total Male Population of Drexel is 924.
What is the Total Female Population of Drexel?
Total Female Population of Drexel is 844.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Drexel?
There are 109.48 Males per 100 Females in Drexel.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Drexel?
There are 91.34 Females per 100 Males in Drexel.
What is the Median Population Age in Drexel?
Median Population Age in Drexel is 47.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Drexel
Average Family Size in Drexel is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Drexel
Average Household Size in Drexel is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Drexel?
Per Capita income in Drexel is $31,555.
What is the Median Family Income in Drexel?
Median Family Income in Drexel is $68,451.
What is the Median Household income in Drexel?
Median Household Income in Drexel is $59,052.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Drexel?
Income or Wage Gap in Drexel is 26.0%.
Women in Drexel earn 74.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Drexel?
Inequality or Gini Index in Drexel is 0.37.
How Large is the Labor Force in Drexel?
There are 854 People in the Labor Forcein in Drexel.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Drexel?
55.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Drexel.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Drexel?
Unemployment Rate in Drexel is 4.6%.