Wanchese, NC

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Wanchese Overview

2,005
TOTAL POPULATION
989
MALE POPULATION
1,016
FEMALE POPULATION
97.34
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.73
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,049
PER CAPITA INCOME
$78,661
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$71,484
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
19.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
80.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$4,743
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,097
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
75.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
0.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Wanchese Zip Codes

Wanchese Area Codes

Race in Wanchese

The most populous races in Wanchese are White / Caucasian (1,932 | 96.4%), Hispanic or Latino (104 | 5.2%), and Some other Race (41 | 2.0%).
Race in Wanchese
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1045.2%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,93296.4%
Two or more Races321.6%
Some other Race412.0%
Total2,005100.0%

Ancestry in Wanchese

The most populous ancestries reported in Wanchese are English (546 | 27.2%), American (275 | 13.7%), Irish (210 | 10.5%), Scotch-Irish (162 | 8.1%), and German (63 | 3.1%), together accounting for 62.6% of all Wanchese residents.
Ancestry in Wanchese
Ancestry# Population% Population
American27513.7%
British50.3%
Canadian70.4%
Cherokee150.7%
Dutch190.9%
English54627.2%
European201.0%
French281.4%
French Canadian241.2%
German633.1%
Irish21010.5%
Italian432.1%
Korean120.6%
Mexican633.1%
Norwegian50.3%
Peruvian412.0%
Polish402.0%
Romanian50.3%
Scotch-Irish1628.1%
South American412.0%
Welsh50.3%
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Immigrants in Wanchese

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Wanchese came from Latin America (55 | 2.7%), Central America (38 | 1.9%), Mexico (38 | 1.9%), Peru (17 | 0.9%), and South America (17 | 0.9%), together accounting for 8.2% of all Wanchese residents.
Immigrants in Wanchese
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Canada140.7%
Central America381.9%
Latin America552.7%
Mexico381.9%
Peru170.9%
South America170.9%
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Sex and Age in Wanchese

Sex and Age in Wanchese

The most populous age groups in Wanchese are 5 to 9 Years (127 | 12.8%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (159 | 15.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Wanchese
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years113 (11.4%)21 (2.1%)
5 to 9 Years127 (12.8%)27 (2.7%)
10 to 14 Years70 (7.1%)159 (15.7%)
15 to 19 Years32 (3.2%)55 (5.4%)
20 to 24 Years7 (0.7%)39 (3.8%)
25 to 29 Years42 (4.3%)111 (10.9%)
30 to 34 Years78 (7.9%)18 (1.8%)
35 to 39 Years99 (10.0%)83 (8.2%)
40 to 44 Years84 (8.5%)46 (4.5%)
45 to 49 Years84 (8.5%)56 (5.5%)
50 to 54 Years23 (2.3%)27 (2.7%)
55 to 59 Years90 (9.1%)80 (7.9%)
60 to 64 Years37 (3.7%)56 (5.5%)
65 to 69 Years38 (3.8%)77 (7.6%)
70 to 74 Years24 (2.4%)111 (10.9%)
75 to 79 Years31 (3.1%)25 (2.5%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)5 (0.5%)
85 Years and over10 (1.0%)20 (2.0%)
Total989 (100.0%)1,016 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Wanchese

Median Family Size in Wanchese

The median family size in Wanchese is 3.10 persons per family, with single female/mother families (180 | 32.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.35 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (337 | 60.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.97 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Wanchese
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple337 (60.9%)2.97
Single Male/Father36 (6.5%)3.00
Single Female/Mother180 (32.6%)3.35
Total Families553 (100.0%)3.10

Median Household Size in Wanchese

The median household size in Wanchese is 2.77 persons per household, with single female/mother households (180 | 24.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.84 persons per household. non-family households (170 | 23.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Wanchese
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple337 (46.6%)2.99
Single Male/Father36 (5.0%)3.00
Single Female/Mother180 (24.9%)3.84
Non-family170 (23.5%)1.18
Total Households723 (100.0%)2.77

Household Size by Marriage Status in Wanchese

Out of a total of 723 households in Wanchese, 553 (76.5%) are family households, while 170 (23.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 248, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 150.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Wanchese
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-150 (20.7%)
2-Person Households248 (34.3%)20 (2.8%)
3-Person Households173 (23.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households64 (8.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households56 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households12 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total553 (76.5%)170 (23.5%)

Female Fertility in Wanchese

Fertility by Age in Wanchese

Average fertility rate in Wanchese is 83.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 179.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 88.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Wanchese
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years30 (88.2%)179.0
35 to 50 years4 (11.8%)22.0
Total34 (100.0%)83.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wanchese

23.5% of women with births (34) in Wanchese are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 86.7% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wanchese
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years4 (13.3%)26 (86.7%)
35 to 50 years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (23.5%)26 (76.5%)

Fertility by Education in Wanchese

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Wanchese
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School7 (20.6%)137.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree23 (67.6%)291.0
Bachelor's Degree4 (11.8%)23.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total34 (100.0%)83.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wanchese

76.5% of women with births in Wanchese are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wanchese
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree4 (17.4%)19 (82.6%)
Bachelor's Degree4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (23.5%)26 (76.5%)

Income in Wanchese

Income Overview in Wanchese

Per Capita Income in Wanchese is $34,049, while median incomes of families and households are $78,661 and $71,484 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,005$34,049
Median Family Income553$78,661
Mean Family Income553$94,466
Median Household Income723$71,484
Mean Household Income723$92,374
Income Deficit553$4,743
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,00519.84%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,00580.16¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,0050.41

Earnings by Sex in Wanchese

Average Earnings in Wanchese are $37,458, $40,481 for men and $32,448 for women, a difference of 19.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Wanchese
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male556 (49.5%)$40,481
Female568 (50.5%)$32,448
Total1,124 (100.0%)$37,458

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wanchese

The most common earnings brackets in Wanchese are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (58 | 10.4%) and $50,000 to $54,999 for women (79 | 13.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wanchese
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less10 (1.8%)36 (6.3%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)38 (6.7%)
$5,000 to $7,49935 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)18 (3.2%)
$10,000 to $12,49922 (4.0%)34 (6.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99912 (2.2%)19 (3.4%)
$15,000 to $17,4996 (1.1%)19 (3.4%)
$17,500 to $19,99920 (3.6%)18 (3.2%)
$20,000 to $22,4998 (1.4%)7 (1.2%)
$22,500 to $24,99919 (3.4%)14 (2.5%)
$25,000 to $29,99958 (10.4%)34 (6.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99924 (4.3%)53 (9.3%)
$35,000 to $39,99954 (9.7%)63 (11.1%)
$40,000 to $44,99955 (9.9%)31 (5.5%)
$45,000 to $49,99920 (3.6%)34 (6.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99941 (7.4%)79 (13.9%)
$55,000 to $64,99956 (10.1%)39 (6.9%)
$65,000 to $74,99924 (4.3%)12 (2.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99947 (8.5%)4 (0.7%)
$100,000+45 (8.1%)16 (2.8%)
Total556 (100.0%)568 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wanchese

Average earnings in Wanchese are $40,865 for men and $35,826 for women, a difference of 12.3%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $94,917, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $21,094. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $68,214, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $28,839.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wanchese
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$21,094$31,094
High School Diploma$38,880$28,839
College or Associate's Degree$49,107$0
Bachelor's Degree$94,917$41,591
Graduate Degree--
Total$40,865$35,826

Family Income in Wanchese

Family Income Brackets in Wanchese

According to the Wanchese family income data, there are 121 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.9% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Wanchese
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,999193.4%
$15,000 to $24,999183.3%
$25,000 to $34,999264.7%
$35,000 to $49,99910118.3%
$50,000 to $74,99910619.2%
$75,000 to $99,9999617.4%
$100,000 to $149,99912121.9%
$150,000 to $199,999162.9%
$200,000+509.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wanchese

3-person families (140 | 25.3%) account for the highest median family income in Wanchese with $96,458 per family, while 2-person families (287 | 51.9%) have the highest median income of $33,125 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wanchese
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families287 (51.9%)$66,250
3-Person Families140 (25.3%)$96,458
4-Person Families110 (19.9%)$0
5-Person Families4 (0.7%)$0
6-Person Families5 (0.9%)$0
7+ Person Families7 (1.3%)$0
Total553 (100.0%)$78,661

Family Income by Number of Earners in Wanchese

The median family income in Wanchese is $78,661, with families comprising 3+ earners (32) having the highest median family income of $125,455, while families with 1 earner (214) have the lowest median family income of $37,217, accounting for 5.8% and 38.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Wanchese
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners34 (6.1%)$46,667
1 Earner214 (38.7%)$37,217
2 Earners273 (49.4%)$95,911
3+ Earners32 (5.8%)$125,455
Total553 (100.0%)$78,661

Household Income in Wanchese

Household Income Brackets in Wanchese

With 149 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Wanchese, accounting for 20.6% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Wanchese
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999415.7%
$25,000 to $34,99910915.1%
$35,000 to $49,9998211.3%
$50,000 to $74,99913618.8%
$75,000 to $99,99914920.6%
$100,000 to $149,99912917.8%
$150,000 to $199,999162.2%
$200,000+618.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Wanchese

The median household income in Wanchese is $71,484, with the highest median household income of $79,754 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 236 households (32.6%) 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 3 households (0.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Wanchese
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years3 (0.4%)$0
25 to 44 Years236 (32.6%)$79,754
45 to 64 Years253 (35.0%)$58,036
65+ Years231 (32.0%)$63,125
Total723 (100.0%)$71,484

Poverty in Wanchese

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wanchese

With 4.5% poverty level for males and 5.1% for females among the residents of Wanchese, 25 to 34 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 20 males (16.7%) and 12 females (20.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wanchese
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years9 (8.3%)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%)12 (20.3%)
25 to 34 Years20 (16.7%)19 (14.7%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)15 (18.1%)
55 to 64 Years11 (8.7%)6 (4.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over4 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total44 (4.5%)52 (5.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wanchese

According to the poverty statistics in Wanchese, 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.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wanchese
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years100 (91.7%)21 (100.0%)
5 Years95 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years32 (100.0%)32 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years70 (100.0%)141 (100.0%)
15 Years17 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years9 (100.0%)23 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years13 (100.0%)47 (79.7%)
25 to 34 Years100 (83.3%)110 (85.3%)
35 to 44 Years183 (100.0%)129 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years107 (100.0%)68 (81.9%)
55 to 64 Years116 (91.3%)130 (95.6%)
65 to 74 Years62 (100.0%)188 (100.0%)
75 Years and over37 (90.2%)50 (100.0%)
Total941 (95.5%)958 (94.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wanchese

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wanchese
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children214 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children116 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total337 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wanchese

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wanchese
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)11 (14.5%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)19 (36.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)30 (16.7%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wanchese
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)11 (12.1%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)19 (26.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)30 (13.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Wanchese

Employment by Class of Employer in Wanchese

Among the 1,066 employed individuals in Wanchese, private company employees (577 | 54.1%), self-employed (not incorporated) (169 | 15.9%), and state government employees (129 | 12.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Wanchese
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees57754.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)746.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)16915.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations535.0%
Local Government Employees292.7%
State Government Employees12912.1%
Federal Government Employees353.3%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,066100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Wanchese

According to the labor force statistics for Wanchese, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,459), 75.2% or 1,097 individuals are in the labor force, with 0.8% or 9 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 46 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 5.4% or 5 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Wanchese
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years21 (36.2%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years146 (95.4%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years92 (95.8%)5 (5.4%)
35 to 44 Years278 (89.1%)4 (1.4%)
45 to 54 Years184 (96.8%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years165 (97.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years59 (63.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years89 (35.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over17 (18.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,097 (75.2%)9 (0.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wanchese

According to labor force statistics for Wanchese, 91.1% of individuals (924) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,014) are in the labor force, with 1.0% or 9 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 96.3% or 309 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.3% or 9 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wanchese
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School77 (87.5%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma327 (87.4%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree211 (91.3%)10 (4.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher309 (96.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total924 (91.1%)10 (1.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Wanchese

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wanchese are Community & Social Service (137 | 12.6%), Education Instruction & Library (114 | 10.5%), Management (75 | 6.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (69 | 6.3%), and Business & Financial (40 | 3.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Wanchese

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wanchese, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (85.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Wanchese
OccupationMaleFemale
Management50 (66.7%)25 (33.3%)
Business & Financial27 (67.5%)13 (32.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science29 (85.3%)5 (14.7%)
Computers & Mathematics5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science18 (78.3%)5 (21.7%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)137 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)114 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating55 (79.7%)14 (20.3%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Total (Category)161 (45.4%)194 (54.6%)
Total (Overall)550 (50.5%)538 (49.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Wanchese are Food Preparation & Serving (104 | 9.6%), Personal Care & Service (74 | 6.8%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (13 | 1.2%).
Services Occupations in Wanchese

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Wanchese, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (12.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (6.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (93.3%), and Personal Care & Service (87.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Wanchese
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving7 (6.7%)97 (93.3%)
Cleaning & Maintenance13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service9 (12.2%)65 (87.8%)
Total (Category)29 (15.2%)162 (84.8%)
Total (Overall)550 (50.5%)538 (49.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Wanchese are Sales & Related (143 | 13.1%), and Office & Administration (83 | 7.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Wanchese

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Wanchese
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related73 (51.0%)70 (48.9%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)83 (100.0%)
Total (Category)73 (32.3%)153 (67.7%)
Total (Overall)550 (50.5%)538 (49.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Wanchese are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (121 | 11.1%), Construction & Extraction (51 | 4.7%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (48 | 4.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Wanchese

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Wanchese
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry111 (91.7%)10 (8.3%)
Construction & Extraction40 (78.4%)11 (21.6%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)199 (90.4%)21 (9.6%)
Total (Overall)550 (50.5%)538 (49.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Wanchese are Transportation (45 | 4.1%), Production (40 | 3.7%), and Material Moving (11 | 1.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Wanchese

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Wanchese
OccupationMaleFemale
Production32 (80.0%)8 (20.0%)
Transportation45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)88 (91.7%)8 (8.3%)
Total (Overall)550 (50.5%)538 (49.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Wanchese

Employment Industries in Wanchese

The major employment industries in Wanchese include Retail Trade (130 | 11.9%), Educational Services (123 | 11.3%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (116 | 10.7%), Accommodation & Food Services (104 | 9.6%), and Manufacturing (81 | 7.4%).
Employment Industries in Wanchese

Employment Industries by Sex in Wanchese

The Wanchese industries that see more men than women are Information (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (91.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (83.3%), and Accommodation & Food Services (82.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Wanchese
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting106 (91.4%)10 (8.6%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction67 (83.8%)13 (16.3%)
Manufacturing50 (61.7%)31 (38.3%)
Wholesale Trade24 (66.7%)12 (33.3%)
Retail Trade88 (67.7%)42 (32.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing18 (81.8%)4 (18.2%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance13 (56.5%)10 (43.5%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing16 (45.7%)19 (54.3%)
Professional & Scientific20 (46.5%)23 (53.5%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)123 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance9 (16.7%)45 (83.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation22 (51.2%)21 (48.8%)
Accommodation & Food Services18 (17.3%)86 (82.7%)
Public Administration27 (79.4%)7 (20.6%)
Total550 (50.5%)538 (49.4%)

Education in Wanchese

School Enrollment in Wanchese

The most common levels of schooling among the 569 students in Wanchese are high school (193 | 33.9%), nursery / preschool (106 | 18.6%), and middle school (91 | 16.0%).
School Enrollment in Wanchese
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool10618.6%
Kindergarten61.1%
Elementary School529.1%
Middle School9116.0%
High School19333.9%
College / Undergraduate6110.7%
Graduate / Professional6010.5%
Total569100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wanchese

Out of a total of 569 students who are enrolled in schools in Wanchese, 193 (33.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 376 (66.1%) 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 4 (100.0% 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 229 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wanchese
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old52 (33.8%)102 (66.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds229 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds6 (23.1%)20 (76.9%)
20 to 24 Year Olds12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
35 Years and over16 (21.0%)60 (78.9%)
Total376 (66.1%)193 (33.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wanchese

Business (137 | 34.2%), education (117 | 29.2%), psychology (31 | 7.7%), literature & languages (20 | 5.0%), and science & technology (19 | 4.7%) are the most common fields of study among 401 individuals in Wanchese who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wanchese
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics123.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural61.5%
Physical & Health Sciences123.0%
Psychology317.7%
Social Sciences82.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology194.7%
Business13734.2%
Education11729.2%
Literature & Languages205.0%
Liberal Arts & History133.2%
Visual & Performing Arts133.2%
Communications133.2%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total401100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Wanchese

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wanchese

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Wanchese are males with 2 vehicles (245, accounting for 44.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (189, making up 47.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wanchese
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle46 (8.4%)52 (10.0%)
1 Vehicle111 (20.3%)146 (28.1%)
2 Vehicles245 (44.9%)189 (36.3%)
3 Vehicles106 (19.4%)82 (15.8%)
4 Vehicles26 (4.8%)30 (5.8%)
5 or more Vehicles12 (2.2%)21 (4.0%)
Total546 (100.0%)520 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Wanchese

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Wanchese are 15 to 19 minutes (276 commuters, 27.1%), 5 to 9 minutes (153 commuters, 15.0%), and less than 5 minutes (133 commuters, 13.1%).
Commute Time in Wanchese
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes13313.1%
5 to 9 Minutes15315.0%
10 to 14 Minutes888.6%
15 to 19 Minutes27627.1%
20 to 24 Minutes646.3%
25 to 29 Minutes898.7%
30 to 34 Minutes918.9%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes393.8%
45 to 59 Minutes70.7%
60 to 89 Minutes525.1%
90 or more Minutes262.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Wanchese

The most common commute times in Wanchese are 15 to 19 minutes (110 commuters, 20.8%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (166 commuters, 33.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Wanchese
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes90 (17.1%)43 (8.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes102 (19.3%)51 (10.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes51 (9.7%)37 (7.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes110 (20.8%)166 (33.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes19 (3.6%)45 (9.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes11 (2.1%)78 (15.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes64 (12.1%)27 (5.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes15 (2.8%)24 (4.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)7 (1.4%)
60 to 89 Minutes40 (7.6%)12 (2.5%)
90 or more Minutes26 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wanchese

The most frequent times of departure to work in Wanchese are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (157, 29.7%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (144, 29.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wanchese
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM51 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM22 (4.2%)15 (3.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM12 (2.3%)5 (1.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM52 (9.9%)34 (6.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM47 (8.9%)20 (4.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM157 (29.7%)91 (18.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM62 (11.7%)71 (14.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM40 (7.6%)144 (29.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM20 (3.8%)13 (2.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM23 (4.4%)25 (5.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)38 (7.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM16 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM12 (2.3%)21 (4.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM14 (2.6%)13 (2.6%)
Total528 (100.0%)490 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Wanchese

Occupancy by Ownership in Wanchese

Of the total 723 dwellings in Wanchese, owner-occupied units account for 556 (76.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 167 (23.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Wanchese
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units55676.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units16723.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units723100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Wanchese

Occupancy by Household Size in Wanchese
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household15020.7%
2-Person Household26837.1%
3-Person Household17323.9%
4+ Person Household13218.3%
Total Housing Units723100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wanchese

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wanchese
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household132 (88.0%)18 (12.0%)
2-Person Household221 (82.5%)47 (17.5%)
3-Person Household132 (76.3%)41 (23.7%)
4+ Person Household71 (53.8%)61 (46.2%)
Total Housing Units556 (76.9%)167 (23.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wanchese

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wanchese
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School54 (84.4%)10 (15.6%)
High School Diploma161 (73.9%)57 (26.2%)
College/Associate Degree164 (75.6%)53 (24.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher177 (79.0%)47 (21.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wanchese

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wanchese
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years9913.7%
35 to 44 Years14019.4%
45 to 54 Years10614.7%
55 to 64 Years14720.3%
65 to 74 Years16422.7%
75 to 84 Years415.7%
85 Years and Over263.6%
Total723100.0%

Housing Finances in Wanchese

Median Income by Occupancy in Wanchese

Median Income by Occupancy in Wanchese
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied556 (76.9%)$69,583
Renter-Occupied167 (23.1%)$77,520
Average723 (100.0%)$71,484

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wanchese

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wanchese
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 $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99922 (4.0%)5 (3.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9999 (1.6%)5 (3.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99972 (13.0%)37 (22.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99977 (13.9%)5 (3.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999105 (18.9%)31 (18.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99982 (14.7%)67 (40.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999112 (20.1%)17 (10.2%)
$150,000 or more77 (13.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total556 (100.0%)167 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wanchese

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wanchese
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30046 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499133 (23.9%)47 (28.1%)
$500 to $79973 (13.1%)32 (19.2%)
$800 to $99924 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499135 (24.3%)65 (38.9%)
$1,500 to $1,99997 (17.4%)18 (10.8%)
$2,000 to $2,49926 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99915 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more7 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total556 (100.0%)167 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Wanchese

Housing Structures in Wanchese

Housing Structures in Wanchese
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached49268.0%
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 / Other23132.0%
Total723100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wanchese

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wanchese
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached457 (92.9%)35 (7.1%)
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 / Other99 (42.9%)132 (57.1%)
Total556 (76.9%)167 (23.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wanchese

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wanchese
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms15 (2.7%)46 (27.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms257 (46.2%)76 (45.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms223 (40.1%)32 (19.2%)
8 or more Rooms61 (11.0%)13 (7.8%)
Total556 (100.0%)167 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wanchese

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wanchese
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)6 (3.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas57 (10.2%)14 (8.4%)
Electricity494 (88.8%)144 (86.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene5 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)3 (1.8%)
Total556 (100.0%)167 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Wanchese

Household Vehicle Usage in Wanchese
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)52 (31.1%)
1 Vehicle215 (38.7%)53 (31.7%)
2 Vehicles210 (37.8%)33 (19.8%)
3 or more Vehicles131 (23.6%)29 (17.4%)
Total556 (100.0%)167 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Wanchese

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Wanchese

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units260296
Median Property Value$234,500$305,400
Median Household Income$60,833$38
Monthly Housing Costs$453$7
Real Estate Taxes$1,214$3

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wanchese

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wanchese
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00023 (8.8%)11 (3.7%)
$50,000 to $99,9998 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999174 (66.9%)131 (44.3%)
$300,000 to $499,99946 (17.7%)134 (45.3%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)20 (6.8%)
$750,000 to $999,9999 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total260 (100.0%)296 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wanchese

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wanchese
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)5 (1.7%)
$10,000 to $24,99931 (11.9%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99933 (12.7%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99949 (18.9%)39 (13.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99964 (24.6%)28 (9.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99921 (8.1%)41 (13.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99923 (8.8%)61 (20.6%)
$150,000 or more39 (15.0%)89 (30.1%)
Total260 (100.0%)296 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wanchese

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wanchese
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x70 (26.9%)96,406 (32,569.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x50 (19.2%)68 (23.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x21 (8.1%)35 (11.8%)
4.0x or more119 (45.8%)109 (36.8%)
Total260 (100.0%)296 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wanchese

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wanchese
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80073 (28.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499102 (39.2%)25 (8.5%)
$800 to $1,49979 (30.4%)164 (55.4%)
Total260 (100.0%)296 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Wanchese

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wanchese

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wanchese
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years227 (96.2%)9 (3.8%)
6 to 18 Years330 (96.5%)12 (3.5%)
19 to 25 Years36 (50.0%)36 (50.0%)
26 to 34 Years199 (79.9%)50 (20.1%)
35 to 44 Years295 (94.6%)17 (5.4%)
45 to 54 Years102 (53.7%)88 (46.3%)
55 to 64 Years206 (78.3%)57 (21.7%)
65 to 74 Years250 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older91 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,736 (86.6%)269 (13.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wanchese

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wanchese
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born227 (96.2%)9 (3.8%)
Foreign Born, Citizen330 (96.5%)12 (3.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen36 (50.0%)36 (50.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wanchese

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wanchese
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00044 (63.8%)25 (36.2%)
$25,000 to $49,999259 (77.5%)75 (22.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999227 (74.9%)76 (25.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999599 (93.0%)45 (7.0%)
$100,000 and over607 (92.7%)48 (7.3%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wanchese

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wanchese
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 618 (7.6%)216 (91.5%)
6 to 18 Years104 (30.4%)226 (66.1%)
19 to 25 Years4 (5.6%)32 (44.4%)
25 to 34 Years21 (8.4%)182 (73.1%)
35 to 44 Years9 (2.9%)291 (93.3%)
45 to 54 Years16 (8.4%)92 (48.4%)
55 to 64 Years18 (6.8%)200 (76.0%)
65 to 74 Years250 (100.0%)167 (66.8%)
75 Years and over91 (100.0%)76 (83.5%)
Total531 (26.5%)1,482 (73.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wanchese

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wanchese
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years19 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years116 (27.8%)20 (5.8%)
65 to 74 Years7 (11.3%)32 (17.0%)
75 Years and over18 (43.9%)14 (28.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Wanchese

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Wanchese: <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 Years32 (7.7%)9 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years5 (8.1%)5 (2.7%)
75 Years and over10 (24.4%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Wanchese: <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 Years32 (7.7%)9 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)18 (9.6%)
75 Years and over8 (19.5%)3 (6.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Wanchese: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years19 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years15 (3.6%)15 (4.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)13 (6.9%)
75 Years and over6 (14.6%)11 (22.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Wanchese: <span>Ambulatory 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 Years55 (13.2%)11 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years2 (3.2%)22 (11.7%)
75 Years and over10 (24.4%)11 (22.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Wanchese: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years10 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years12 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)22 (11.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)11 (22.0%)

Technology Access in Wanchese

Computing Device Access in Wanchese

Computing Device Access in Wanchese
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop52472.5%
Smartphone59682.4%
Tablet46764.6%
No Computing Device719.8%
Total723100.0%

Internet Access in Wanchese

Internet Access in Wanchese
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home54275.0%
Cellular Data Only618.4%
Satellite Internet557.6%
No Internet11115.3%
Total723100.0%

Wanchese Summary

Wanchese is a small fishing village located on Roanoke Island in Dare County, North Carolina. It is situated on the eastern side of the island, just south of the town of Manteo. The village is home to a population of approximately 500 people, most of whom are of Native American descent.

Geography

Wanchese is located on the eastern side of Roanoke Island, which is part of the Outer Banks of North Carolina. The village is situated on the south side of the island, just south of the town of Manteo. The village is surrounded by the Croatan Sound to the east, the Roanoke Sound to the south, and the Pamlico Sound to the west. The village is located approximately 10 miles from the mainland of North Carolina.
The village is situated on a small peninsula, which is bordered by the Croatan Sound to the east and the Roanoke Sound to the south. The peninsula is approximately 1.5 miles long and 0.5 miles wide. The terrain of the peninsula is mostly flat, with some areas of marshland.

History

The area that is now Wanchese has been inhabited by Native Americans for thousands of years. The village was first settled by Europeans in the late 1600s, when English settlers arrived on Roanoke Island. The village was originally known as “Wanchese Town”, and was home to a small population of Native Americans.
In the late 1700s, the village was renamed “Wanchese”, and the population began to grow. The village was home to a number of fishing families, and the local economy was largely based on fishing and boatbuilding. In the late 1800s, the village was home to a number of fish houses, which processed and shipped fish to markets in the mainland.
In the early 1900s, the village began to decline as the fishing industry moved away from the area. The village was largely abandoned by the mid-1900s, and the population dwindled to just a few hundred people. In the late 1900s, the village began to experience a resurgence, as new businesses and residents moved to the area.

Economy

The economy of Wanchese is largely based on fishing and tourism. The village is home to a number of fishing boats, which are used to catch a variety of fish, including flounder, sea bass, and bluefish. The fish are then sold to local markets and restaurants.
The village is also home to a number of tourist attractions, including the Roanoke Island Festival Park, the Elizabethan Gardens, and the North Carolina Aquarium. These attractions draw visitors from all over the world, and help to support the local economy.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Wanchese was 498. The racial makeup of the village was 94.4% White, 2.2% African American, 0.6% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, and 2.4% from other races. The median household income was $37,500, and the median age was 44.

Conclusion

Wanchese is a small fishing village located on Roanoke Island in Dare County, North Carolina. The village is home to a population of approximately 500 people, most of whom are of Native American descent. The economy of the village is largely based on fishing and tourism, and the village is home to a number of tourist attractions. The population of the village is diverse, with a mix of races and ethnicities.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Wanchese?
Total Population of Wanchese is 2,005.
What is the Total Male Population of Wanchese?
Total Male Population of Wanchese is 989.
What is the Total Female Population of Wanchese?
Total Female Population of Wanchese is 1,016.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Wanchese?
There are 97.34 Males per 100 Females in Wanchese.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Wanchese?
There are 102.73 Females per 100 Males in Wanchese.
What is the Median Population Age in Wanchese?
Median Population Age in Wanchese is 37.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Wanchese
Average Family Size in Wanchese is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Wanchese
Average Household Size in Wanchese is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Wanchese?
Per Capita income in Wanchese is $34,049.
What is the Median Family Income in Wanchese?
Median Family Income in Wanchese is $78,661.
What is the Median Household income in Wanchese?
Median Household Income in Wanchese is $71,484.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Wanchese?
Income or Wage Gap in Wanchese is 19.8%.
Women in Wanchese earn 80.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Wanchese?
Family Income Deficit in Wanchese is $4,743.
Families that are below poverty line in Wanchese earn $4,743 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Wanchese?
Inequality or Gini Index in Wanchese is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Wanchese?
There are 1,097 People in the Labor Forcein in Wanchese.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Wanchese?
75.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Wanchese.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Wanchese?
Unemployment Rate in Wanchese is 0.8%.