Iron Station, NC

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Iron Station Overview

699
TOTAL POPULATION
374
MALE POPULATION
325
FEMALE POPULATION
115.08
MALES / 100 FEMALES
86.90
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$23,428
PER CAPITA INCOME
$71,810
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$58,346
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
62.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
37.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.30
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
220
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
53.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

Iron Station Zip Codes

Iron Station Area Codes

Race in Iron Station

The most populous races in Iron Station are White / Caucasian (588 | 84.1%), Two or more Races (91 | 13.0%), and Black / African American (20 | 2.9%).
Race in Iron Station
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American202.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino172.4%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian58884.1%
Two or more Races9113.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total699100.0%

Ancestry in Iron Station

The most populous ancestries reported in Iron Station are German (171 | 24.5%), American (169 | 24.2%), English (83 | 11.9%), Irish (75 | 10.7%), and West Indian (20 | 2.9%), together accounting for 74.1% of all Iron Station residents.
Ancestry in Iron Station
Ancestry# Population% Population
American16924.2%
English8311.9%
German17124.5%
Irish7510.7%
Italian111.6%
Puerto Rican172.4%
Scottish131.9%
West Indian202.9%
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Immigrants in Iron Station

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Iron Station came from Caribbean (20 | 2.9%), Latin America (20 | 2.9%), and Trinidad and Tobago (20 | 2.9%), together accounting for 8.6% of all Iron Station residents.
Immigrants in Iron Station
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Caribbean202.9%
Latin America202.9%
Trinidad and Tobago202.9%
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Sex and Age in Iron Station

Sex and Age in Iron Station

The most populous age groups in Iron Station are 5 to 9 Years (66 | 17.6%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (59 | 18.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Iron Station
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years32 (8.6%)12 (3.7%)
5 to 9 Years66 (17.6%)44 (13.5%)
10 to 14 Years29 (7.7%)16 (4.9%)
15 to 19 Years31 (8.3%)59 (18.1%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)42 (12.9%)
35 to 39 Years33 (8.8%)19 (5.9%)
40 to 44 Years29 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 49 Years22 (5.9%)18 (5.5%)
50 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years34 (9.1%)11 (3.4%)
60 to 64 Years18 (4.8%)28 (8.6%)
65 to 69 Years16 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
70 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)16 (4.9%)
75 to 79 Years64 (17.1%)17 (5.2%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)43 (13.2%)
Total374 (100.0%)325 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Iron Station

Median Family Size in Iron Station

The median family size in Iron Station is 3.48 persons per family, with single female/mother families (13 | 7.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5.92 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (29 | 16.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.24 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Iron Station
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple134 (76.1%)3.29
Single Male/Father29 (16.5%)3.24
Single Female/Mother13 (7.4%)5.92
Total Families176 (100.0%)3.48

Median Household Size in Iron Station

Median Household Size in Iron Station
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple134 (50.9%)3.29
Single Male/Father29 (11.0%)3.24
Single Female/Mother13 (4.9%)5.92
Non-family87 (33.1%)-
Total Households263 (100.0%)2.66

Household Size by Marriage Status in Iron Station

Out of a total of 263 households in Iron Station, 176 (66.9%) are family households, while 87 (33.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 67, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 87.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Iron Station
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-87 (33.1%)
2-Person Households67 (25.5%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households29 (11.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households30 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households37 (14.1%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households13 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total176 (66.9%)87 (33.1%)

Female Fertility in Iron Station

Fertility by Age in Iron Station

Average fertility rate in Iron Station is 217.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 714.0 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 Iron Station
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years30 (100.0%)714.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total30 (100.0%)217.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Iron Station

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Iron Station
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Iron Station

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Iron Station
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree30 (100.0%)714.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total30 (100.0%)217.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Iron Station

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Iron Station
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Iron Station

Income Overview in Iron Station

Per Capita Income in Iron Station is $23,428, while median incomes of families and households are $71,810 and $58,346 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income699$23,428
Median Family Income176$71,810
Mean Family Income176$76,906
Median Household Income263$58,346
Mean Household Income263$60,122
Income Deficit176$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)69962.83%
Wage / Income Gap ($)69937.17¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index6990.30

Earnings by Sex in Iron Station

Average Earnings in Iron Station are $59,038, $70,431 for men and $26,179 for women, a difference of 62.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Iron Station
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male134 (60.9%)$70,431
Female86 (39.1%)$26,179
Total220 (100.0%)$59,038

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Iron Station

The most common earnings brackets in Iron Station are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (46 | 34.3%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (53 | 61.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Iron Station
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less16 (11.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)18 (20.9%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)53 (61.6%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)15 (17.4%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99946 (34.3%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99929 (21.6%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99921 (15.7%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+22 (16.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total134 (100.0%)86 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Iron Station

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Iron Station
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$71,121$0
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$70,431$26,179

Family Income in Iron Station

Family Income Brackets in Iron Station

According to the Iron Station family income data, there are 63 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 35.8% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Iron Station
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,9993318.8%
$50,000 to $74,9996335.8%
$75,000 to $99,9994324.4%
$100,000 to $149,9993721.0%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Iron Station

2-person families (67 | 38.1%) account for the highest median family income in Iron Station with $58,493 per family, while 2-person families (67 | 38.1%) have the highest median income of $29,246 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Iron Station
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families67 (38.1%)$58,493
3-Person Families29 (16.5%)$0
4-Person Families30 (17.1%)$0
5-Person Families37 (21.0%)$0
6-Person Families13 (7.4%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total176 (100.0%)$71,810

Family Income by Number of Earners in Iron Station

Family Income by Number of Earners in Iron Station
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners36 (20.4%)$0
1 Earner79 (44.9%)$70,733
2 Earners61 (34.7%)$88,958
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total176 (100.0%)$71,810

Household Income in Iron Station

Household Income Brackets in Iron Station

With 71 households falling in the category, the $25,000 to $34,999 income range is the most frequent in Iron Station, accounting for 27.0% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Iron Station
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,999166.1%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,9997127.0%
$35,000 to $49,9993312.5%
$50,000 to $74,9996324.0%
$75,000 to $99,9994316.3%
$100,000 to $149,9993714.1%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Iron Station

The median household income in Iron Station is $58,346, with the highest median household income of $88,333 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 78 households (29.7%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Iron Station
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years78 (29.7%)$88,333
45 to 64 Years62 (23.6%)$72,500
65+ Years123 (46.8%)$30,223
Total263 (100.0%)$58,346

Poverty in Iron Station

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Iron Station

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Iron Station
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total16 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Iron Station

According to the poverty statistics in Iron Station, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Iron Station
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years32 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years66 (100.0%)44 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years29 (100.0%)16 (100.0%)
15 Years31 (100.0%)59 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years62 (100.0%)19 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years22 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years52 (100.0%)39 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
75 Years and over64 (100.0%)60 (100.0%)
Total358 (95.7%)325 (100.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Iron Station

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Iron Station
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children67 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total134 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Iron Station

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Iron Station
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%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Iron Station
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Iron Station

Employment by Class of Employer in Iron Station

Among the 220 employed individuals in Iron Station, private company employees (132 | 60.0%), not-for-profit organizations (30 | 13.6%), and local government employees (24 | 10.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Iron Station
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees13260.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)167.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations3013.6%
Local Government Employees2410.9%
State Government Employees188.2%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total220100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Iron Station

Employment Status by Age in Iron Station
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years62 (76.5%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years15 (32.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years16 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total220 (53.7%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Iron Station

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Iron Station
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School15 (45.5%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma129 (87.2%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree42 (76.4%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total204 (80.3%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Iron Station

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Iron Station are Community & Social Service (18 | 8.2%), Education Instruction & Library (18 | 8.2%), Computers, Engineering & Science (16 | 7.3%), and Architecture & Engineering (16 | 7.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Iron Station

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Iron Station, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Iron Station
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)16 (47.1%)18 (52.9%)
Total (Overall)134 (60.9%)86 (39.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Iron Station are Healthcare Support (30 | 13.6%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (11 | 5.0%).
Services Occupations in Iron Station

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Iron Station
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)41 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)134 (60.9%)86 (39.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Iron Station are Office & Administration (15 | 6.8%), and Sales & Related (12 | 5.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Iron Station

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Iron Station
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)134 (60.9%)86 (39.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Iron Station are Construction & Extraction (33 | 15.0%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (22 | 10.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Iron Station

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Iron Station
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)134 (60.9%)86 (39.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Iron Station are Production (42 | 19.1%), and Transportation (21 | 9.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Iron Station

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Iron Station
OccupationMaleFemale
Production42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)134 (60.9%)86 (39.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Iron Station

Employment Industries in Iron Station

The major employment industries in Iron Station include Manufacturing (51 | 23.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (45 | 20.4%), Construction (33 | 15.0%), Educational Services (29 | 13.2%), and Transportation & Warehousing (21 | 9.6%).
Employment Industries in Iron Station

Employment Industries by Sex in Iron Station

The Iron Station industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Manufacturing (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Retail Trade (100.0%), Educational Services (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Iron Station
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)45 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total134 (60.9%)86 (39.1%)

Education in Iron Station

School Enrollment in Iron Station

The most common levels of schooling among the 293 students in Iron Station are elementary school (77 | 26.3%), high school (75 | 25.6%), and middle school (60 | 20.5%).
School Enrollment in Iron Station
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten3311.3%
Elementary School7726.3%
Middle School6020.5%
High School7525.6%
College / Undergraduate3010.2%
Graduate / Professional186.1%
Total293100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Iron Station

Out of a total of 293 students who are enrolled in schools in Iron Station, 18 (6.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 275 (93.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 18 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 110 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Iron Station
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old110 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds90 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Total275 (93.9%)18 (6.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Iron Station

, and science & technology (34 | 100.0%) are the most common fields of study among 34 individuals in Iron Station who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Iron Station
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology34100.0%
Business00.0%
Education00.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total34100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Iron Station

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Iron Station

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Iron Station are males with 2 vehicles (71, accounting for 53.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (45, making up 82.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Iron Station
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles71 (53.0%)45 (52.3%)
3 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 Vehicles63 (47.0%)41 (47.7%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total134 (100.0%)86 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Iron Station

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Iron Station are 15 to 19 minutes (81 commuters, 39.7%), 30 to 34 minutes (45 commuters, 22.1%), and 5 to 9 minutes (29 commuters, 14.2%).
Commute Time in Iron Station
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2210.8%
5 to 9 Minutes2914.2%
10 to 14 Minutes00.0%
15 to 19 Minutes8139.7%
20 to 24 Minutes125.9%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes4522.1%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes157.3%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Iron Station

The most common commute times in Iron Station are 30 to 34 minutes (34 commuters, 28.8%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (48 commuters, 55.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Iron Station
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes22 (18.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes29 (24.6%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes33 (28.0%)48 (55.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)12 (14.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes34 (28.8%)11 (12.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)15 (17.4%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Iron Station

The most frequent times of departure to work in Iron Station are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (51, 43.2%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (45, 52.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Iron Station
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM13 (11.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)12 (14.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM51 (43.2%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM33 (28.0%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)45 (52.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)18 (20.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM21 (17.8%)11 (12.8%)
Total118 (100.0%)86 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Iron Station

Occupancy by Ownership in Iron Station

Of the total 263 dwellings in Iron Station, owner-occupied units account for 235 (89.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 28 (10.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Iron Station
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units23589.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2810.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units263100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Iron Station

Occupancy by Household Size in Iron Station
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household8733.1%
2-Person Household6725.5%
3-Person Household2911.0%
4+ Person Household8030.4%
Total Housing Units263100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Iron Station

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Iron Station
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household59 (67.8%)28 (32.2%)
2-Person Household67 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Household29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units235 (89.3%)28 (10.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Iron Station

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Iron Station
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School18 (39.1%)28 (60.9%)
High School Diploma77 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College/Associate Degree106 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Iron Station

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Iron Station
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years3011.4%
35 to 44 Years4818.2%
45 to 54 Years186.8%
55 to 64 Years4416.7%
65 to 74 Years3212.2%
75 to 84 Years4818.2%
85 Years and Over4316.4%
Total263100.0%

Housing Finances in Iron Station

Median Income by Occupancy in Iron Station

Median Income by Occupancy in Iron Station
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied235 (89.3%)$59,375
Renter-Occupied28 (10.6%)$0
Average263 (100.0%)$58,346

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Iron Station

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Iron Station
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99916 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99943 (18.3%)28 (100.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99933 (14.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99963 (26.8%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99943 (18.3%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99937 (15.7%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total235 (100.0%)28 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Iron Station

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Iron Station
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49929 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79986 (36.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99930 (12.8%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49990 (38.3%)28 (100.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total235 (100.0%)28 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Iron Station

Housing Structures in Iron Station

Housing Structures in Iron Station
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached12447.1%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other13952.8%
Total263100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Iron Station

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Iron Station
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached124 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other111 (79.9%)28 (20.1%)
Total235 (89.3%)28 (10.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Iron Station

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Iron Station
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms123 (52.3%)0 (0.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms29 (12.3%)28 (100.0%)
8 or more Rooms83 (35.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total235 (100.0%)28 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Iron Station

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Iron Station
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity201 (85.5%)28 (100.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels34 (14.5%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total235 (100.0%)28 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Iron Station

Household Vehicle Usage in Iron Station
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle43 (18.3%)28 (100.0%)
2 Vehicles83 (35.3%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles109 (46.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total235 (100.0%)28 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Iron Station

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Iron Station

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units67168
Median Property Value$303,100$152,200
Median Household Income$59,609$0
Monthly Housing Costs$538$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,828$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Iron Station

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Iron Station
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99933 (49.2%)168 (100.0%)
$300,000 to $499,99916 (23.9%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,99918 (26.9%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total67 (100.0%)168 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Iron Station

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Iron Station
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)16 (9.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99920 (29.8%)43 (25.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99916 (23.9%)13 (7.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99913 (19.4%)47 (28.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99918 (26.9%)30 (17.9%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)19 (11.3%)
Total67 (100.0%)168 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Iron Station

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Iron Station
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x0 (0.0%)59,167 (35,218.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x0 (0.0%)49 (29.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x13 (19.4%)60 (35.7%)
4.0x or more54 (80.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total67 (100.0%)168 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Iron Station

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Iron Station
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)43 (25.6%)
$800 to $1,49967 (100.0%)82 (48.8%)
Total67 (100.0%)168 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Iron Station

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Iron Station

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Iron Station
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years245 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years81 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years91 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older124 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total699 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Iron Station

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Iron Station
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen245 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Iron Station

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Iron Station
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00016 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999185 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999159 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999152 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over187 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Iron Station

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Iron Station
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 612 (27.3%)32 (72.7%)
6 to 18 Years73 (29.8%)172 (70.2%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years12 (28.6%)30 (71.4%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)81 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)40 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years13 (14.3%)78 (85.7%)
65 to 74 Years32 (100.0%)16 (50.0%)
75 Years and over124 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total266 (38.1%)449 (64.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Iron Station

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Iron Station
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years15 (11.9%)13 (10.9%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)12 (28.6%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)13 (17.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over28 (43.8%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Iron Station

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Iron Station: <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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Iron Station: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)13 (17.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Iron Station: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years15 (11.9%)13 (10.9%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Iron Station: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)12 (28.6%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over28 (43.8%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Iron Station: <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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Iron Station

Computing Device Access in Iron Station

Computing Device Access in Iron Station
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop20778.7%
Smartphone20477.6%
Tablet13450.9%
No Computing Device4316.4%
Total263100.0%

Internet Access in Iron Station

Internet Access in Iron Station
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home16964.3%
Cellular Data Only134.9%
Satellite Internet3412.9%
No Internet6323.9%
Total263100.0%

Iron Station Summary

Iron Station is an unincorporated community located in Lincoln County, North Carolina. It is situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, approximately 25 miles northwest of Charlotte. The population of Iron Station was estimated to be 1,845 in 2019.

History

Iron Station was first settled in the late 1700s by a group of German immigrants. The town was originally known as Iron Works, named after the iron ore found in the area. The ore was used to make tools and weapons for the Revolutionary War. In the early 1800s, the town was renamed Iron Station after the railroad station that was built in the area.
The town grew rapidly in the late 1800s and early 1900s due to the railroad and the iron ore industry. The town was home to several iron ore mines, a foundry, and a blacksmith shop. The railroad station was a major hub for the transportation of goods and people.
In the early 1900s, the town began to decline due to the decline of the iron ore industry. The railroad station closed in the 1950s and the town’s population began to decline. In the late 1990s, the town began to experience a resurgence due to the growth of nearby Charlotte.

Geography

Iron Station is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Lincoln County, North Carolina. The town is situated at an elevation of 890 feet above sea level. The town is located approximately 25 miles northwest of Charlotte and is bordered by the towns of Denver and Lincolnton.
The town is located in a rural area and is surrounded by rolling hills and forests. The Catawba River runs through the town and is a popular spot for fishing and boating. The town is also home to several parks and recreational areas, including Iron Station Park and Iron Station Nature Preserve.

Economy

Iron Station’s economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several farms that produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and wheat. The town is also home to several wineries and breweries, as well as a number of restaurants and shops.
The town is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory and a plastics factory. The town is also home to several small businesses, including a hardware store, a grocery store, and a gas station.

Demographics

As of 2019, the population of Iron Station was estimated to be 1,845. The town is predominantly white, with approximately 87% of the population identifying as white. The remaining population is made up of African Americans (7%), Hispanics (3%), and other races (3%).
The median household income in Iron Station is $45,000, which is slightly lower than the national average. The median home value in the town is $150,000, which is slightly higher than the national average. The town has a poverty rate of 15%, which is slightly higher than the national average.

Conclusion

Iron Station is a small unincorporated community located in Lincoln County, North Carolina. The town is situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and is approximately 25 miles northwest of Charlotte. The town has a population of 1,845 and is predominantly white. The town’s economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism, and the median household income is $45,000. Iron Station is a rural community with a rich history and a bright future.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Iron Station?
Total Population of Iron Station is 699.
What is the Total Male Population of Iron Station?
Total Male Population of Iron Station is 374.
What is the Total Female Population of Iron Station?
Total Female Population of Iron Station is 325.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Iron Station?
There are 115.08 Males per 100 Females in Iron Station.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Iron Station?
There are 86.90 Females per 100 Males in Iron Station.
What is the Median Population Age in Iron Station?
Median Population Age in Iron Station is 38.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Iron Station
Average Family Size in Iron Station is 3.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Iron Station
Average Household Size in Iron Station is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Iron Station?
Per Capita income in Iron Station is $23,428.
What is the Median Family Income in Iron Station?
Median Family Income in Iron Station is $71,810.
What is the Median Household income in Iron Station?
Median Household Income in Iron Station is $58,346.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Iron Station?
Income or Wage Gap in Iron Station is 62.8%.
Women in Iron Station earn 37.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Iron Station?
Inequality or Gini Index in Iron Station is 0.30.
How Large is the Labor Force in Iron Station?
There are 220 People in the Labor Forcein in Iron Station.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Iron Station?
53.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Iron Station.