Thurston County, NE Map & Demographics
Thurston County Map
Thurston County Overview
$23,785
PER CAPITA INCOME
$70,000
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$63,459
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
11.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
88.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,782
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
6,716
TOTAL POPULATION
3,306
MALE POPULATION
3,410
FEMALE POPULATION
96.95
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.15
FEMALES / 100 MALES
28.1
MEDIAN AGE
4.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
3,000
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
10.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Thurston County Area Codes
Income in Thurston County
Income Overview in Thurston County
Per Capita Income in Thurston County is $23,785, while median incomes of families and households are $70,000 and $63,459 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 6,716 | $23,785 |
| Median Family Income | 1,454 | $70,000 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,454 | $85,549 |
| Median Household Income | 1,993 | $63,459 |
| Mean Household Income | 1,993 | $77,536 |
| Income Deficit | 1,454 | $11,782 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 6,716 | 11.13% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 6,716 | 88.87¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 6,716 | 0.42 |
Earnings by Sex in Thurston County
Average Earnings in Thurston County are $34,496, $35,951 for men and $31,948 for women, a difference of 11.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,609 (51.3%) | $35,951 |
| Female | 1,527 (48.7%) | $31,948 |
| Total | 3,136 (100.0%) | $34,496 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Thurston County
The most common earnings brackets in Thurston County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (171 | 10.6%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (146 | 9.6%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 128 (8.0%) | 100 (6.6%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 90 (5.6%) | 56 (3.7%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 52 (3.2%) | 80 (5.2%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 24 (1.5%) | 18 (1.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 57 (3.5%) | 60 (3.9%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 34 (2.1%) | 54 (3.5%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 43 (2.7%) | 61 (4.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 63 (3.9%) | 60 (3.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 24 (1.5%) | 23 (1.5%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 75 (4.7%) | 72 (4.7%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 71 (4.4%) | 146 (9.6%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 126 (7.8%) | 78 (5.1%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 110 (6.8%) | 137 (9.0%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 114 (7.1%) | 112 (7.3%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 60 (3.7%) | 102 (6.7%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 86 (5.3%) | 73 (4.8%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 171 (10.6%) | 113 (7.4%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 64 (4.0%) | 79 (5.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 72 (4.5%) | 68 (4.4%) |
| $100,000+ | 145 (9.0%) | 35 (2.3%) |
| Total | 1,609 (100.0%) | 1,527 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Thurston County
Average earnings in Thurston County are $41,066 for men and $37,821 for women, a difference of 7.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $68,000, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $34,857. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $66,111, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $16,964.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $41,328 | $16,964 |
| High School Diploma | $34,857 | $25,927 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $39,487 | $38,443 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $57,813 | $45,202 |
| Graduate Degree | $68,000 | $66,111 |
| Total | $41,066 | $37,821 |
Family Income in Thurston County
Family Income Brackets in Thurston County
According to the Thurston County family income data, there are 329 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.6% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 33 families (2.3%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 60 | 4.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 33 | 2.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 96 | 6.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 74 | 5.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 193 | 13.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 297 | 20.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 233 | 16.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 329 | 22.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 76 | 5.2% |
| $200,000+ | 65 | 4.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Thurston County
4-person families (284 | 19.5%) account for the highest median family income in Thurston County with $88,750 per family, while 2-person families (547 | 37.6%) have the highest median income of $32,232 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 547 (37.6%) | $64,464 |
| 3-Person Families | 261 (17.9%) | $75,417 |
| 4-Person Families | 284 (19.5%) | $88,750 |
| 5-Person Families | 130 (8.9%) | $57,083 |
| 6-Person Families | 109 (7.5%) | $81,250 |
| 7+ Person Families | 123 (8.5%) | $83,047 |
| Total | 1,454 (100.0%) | $70,000 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Thurston County
The median family income in Thurston County is $70,000, with families comprising 3+ earners (175) having the highest median family income of $120,040, while families with no earners (114) have the lowest median family income of $35,000, accounting for 12.0% and 7.8% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 114 (7.8%) | $35,000 |
| 1 Earner | 501 (34.5%) | $50,052 |
| 2 Earners | 664 (45.7%) | $91,786 |
| 3+ Earners | 175 (12.0%) | $120,040 |
| Total | 1,454 (100.0%) | $70,000 |
Household Income in Thurston County
Household Income Brackets in Thurston County
With 387 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Thurston County, accounting for 19.4% of all households. In contrast, only 78 households (3.9%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 92 | 4.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 82 | 4.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 213 | 10.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 118 | 5.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 283 | 14.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 371 | 18.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 289 | 14.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 387 | 19.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 84 | 4.2% |
| $200,000+ | 78 | 3.9% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Thurston County
The median household income in Thurston County is $63,459, with the highest median household income of $69,524 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 756 households (37.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $39,063, with 73 households (3.7%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 73 (3.7%) | $39,063 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 639 (32.1%) | $68,988 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 756 (37.9%) | $69,524 |
| 65+ Years | 525 (26.3%) | $45,875 |
| Total | 1,993 (100.0%) | $63,459 |
Poverty in Thurston County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Thurston County
With 18.5% poverty level for males and 19.4% for females among the residents of Thurston County, 15 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 19 males (54.3%) and 103 females (31.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 82 (28.8%) | 85 (24.8%) |
| 5 Years | 7 (17.5%) | 8 (11.9%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 95 (23.3%) | 85 (21.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 50 (23.5%) | 33 (20.9%) |
| 15 Years | 19 (54.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 47 (25.1%) | 30 (23.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 69 (19.8%) | 103 (31.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 83 (19.9%) | 81 (18.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 61 (17.8%) | 64 (19.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 27 (9.9%) | 33 (9.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 41 (12.7%) | 73 (20.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (4.5%) | 32 (13.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 9 (6.2%) | 26 (13.9%) |
| Total | 600 (18.5%) | 653 (19.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Thurston County
According to the poverty statistics in Thurston County, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 95.5% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 203 (71.2%) | 257 (75.1%) |
| 5 Years | 33 (82.5%) | 59 (88.1%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 312 (76.7%) | 316 (78.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 163 (76.5%) | 125 (79.1%) |
| 15 Years | 16 (45.7%) | 56 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 140 (74.9%) | 99 (76.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 280 (80.2%) | 226 (68.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 335 (80.1%) | 353 (81.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 282 (82.2%) | 264 (80.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 245 (90.1%) | 302 (90.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 282 (87.3%) | 289 (79.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 211 (95.5%) | 205 (86.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 135 (93.8%) | 161 (86.1%) |
| Total | 2,637 (81.5%) | 2,712 (80.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Thurston County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Thurston County show that 6.7% or 60 of the total 897 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 20.6%, comprising of 26 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.1%, which includes 15 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 462 (96.9%) | 15 (3.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 251 (93.7%) | 17 (6.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 100 (79.4%) | 26 (20.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 24 (92.3%) | 2 (7.7%) |
| Total | 837 (93.3%) | 60 (6.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Thurston County
According to the poverty data in Thurston County, 14.9% or 25 single-father households and 34.4% or 134 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 18 households (19.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 23 households (50.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 3 (8.1%) | 16 (25.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 18 (19.0%) | 53 (29.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 4 (13.3%) | 42 (41.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (50.0%) |
| Total | 25 (14.9%) | 134 (34.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Thurston County
The poverty data for Thurston County shows that 60 of the married-couple family households (6.7%) and 159 of the single-parent households (28.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 26 households (20.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 23 household (44.2%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 15 (3.1%) | 19 (19.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 17 (6.3%) | 71 (25.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 26 (20.6%) | 46 (34.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 2 (7.7%) | 23 (44.2%) |
| Total | 60 (6.7%) | 159 (28.5%) |
Race in Thurston County
The most populous races in Thurston County are Native / Alaskan (3,793 | 56.5%), White / Caucasian (2,442 | 36.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (529 | 7.9%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 61 | 0.9% |
| Black / African American | 12 | 0.2% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 529 | 7.9% |
| Native / Alaskan | 3,793 | 56.5% |
| White / Caucasian | 2,442 | 36.4% |
| Two or more Races | 329 | 4.9% |
| Some other Race | 79 | 1.2% |
| Total | 6,716 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Thurston County
The most populous ancestries reported in Thurston County are German (1,231 | 18.3%), Mexican (386 | 5.8%), Irish (318 | 4.7%), Swedish (229 | 3.4%), and Sioux (225 | 3.4%), together accounting for 35.6% of all Thurston County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| Alaska Native | 19 | 0.3% |
| American | 86 | 1.3% |
| Arab | 6 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 4 | 0.1% |
| Brazilian | 8 | 0.1% |
| British | 9 | 0.1% |
| Cape Verdean | 2 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 27 | 0.4% |
| Cherokee | 3 | 0.0% |
| Cheyenne | 2 | 0.0% |
| Chippewa | 11 | 0.2% |
| Cree | 3 | 0.0% |
| Creek | 6 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 39 | 0.6% |
| Czech | 79 | 1.2% |
| Czechoslovakian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 58 | 0.9% |
| Dutch | 57 | 0.9% |
| Eastern European | 1 | 0.0% |
| English | 148 | 2.2% |
| European | 31 | 0.5% |
| French | 67 | 1.0% |
| French American Indian | 1 | 0.0% |
| French Canadian | 7 | 0.1% |
| German | 1,231 | 18.3% |
| Greek | 2 | 0.0% |
| Guatemalan | 27 | 0.4% |
| Hungarian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Icelander | 3 | 0.0% |
| Indonesian | 28 | 0.4% |
| Iranian | 7 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 318 | 4.7% |
| Italian | 27 | 0.4% |
| Korean | 38 | 0.6% |
| Lebanese | 3 | 0.0% |
| Lithuanian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Luxembourger | 2 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 386 | 5.8% |
| Navajo | 65 | 1.0% |
| Norwegian | 61 | 0.9% |
| Pima | 5 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 108 | 1.6% |
| Potawatomi | 3 | 0.0% |
| Pueblo | 3 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 41 | 0.6% |
| Russian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian | 25 | 0.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 8 | 0.1% |
| Scottish | 35 | 0.5% |
| Sioux | 225 | 3.4% |
| Slovak | 2 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 4 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 24 | 0.4% |
| Sri Lankan | 18 | 0.3% |
| Subsaharan African | 2 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 229 | 3.4% |
| Swiss | 9 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 5 | 0.1% | View All 58 Rows |
Immigrants in Thurston County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Thurston County came from Latin America (58 | 0.9%), Central America (51 | 0.8%), Asia (48 | 0.7%), South Central Asia (32 | 0.5%), and Mexico (27 | 0.4%), together accounting for 3.2% of all Thurston County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 48 | 0.7% |
| Brazil | 7 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 14 | 0.2% |
| Central America | 51 | 0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 12 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Europe | 2 | 0.0% |
| El Salvador | 2 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 10 | 0.2% |
| Germany | 4 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 22 | 0.3% |
| India | 19 | 0.3% |
| Ireland | 2 | 0.0% |
| Japan | 7 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 5 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 58 | 0.9% |
| Mexico | 27 | 0.4% |
| Northern Europe | 4 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 4 | 0.1% |
| Serbia | 2 | 0.0% |
| South America | 7 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 32 | 0.5% |
| South Eastern Asia | 4 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 4 | 0.1% | View All 23 Rows |
Sex and Age in Thurston County
Sex and Age in Thurston County
The most populous age groups in Thurston County are 10 to 14 Years (384 | 11.6%) for men and Under 5 Years (344 | 10.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 289 (8.7%) | 344 (10.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 306 (9.3%) | 336 (9.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 384 (11.6%) | 307 (9.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 330 (10.0%) | 279 (8.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 245 (7.4%) | 236 (6.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 227 (6.9%) | 241 (7.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 199 (6.0%) | 194 (5.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 144 (4.4%) | 138 (4.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 201 (6.1%) | 192 (5.6%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 143 (4.3%) | 163 (4.8%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 129 (3.9%) | 172 (5.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 214 (6.5%) | 182 (5.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 111 (3.4%) | 182 (5.3%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 132 (4.0%) | 119 (3.5%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 90 (2.7%) | 122 (3.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 96 (2.9%) | 86 (2.5%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 25 (0.8%) | 63 (1.8%) |
| 85 Years and over | 41 (1.2%) | 54 (1.6%) |
| Total | 3,306 (100.0%) | 3,410 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Thurston County
Median Family Size in Thurston County
The median family size in Thurston County is 3.97 persons per family, with single male/father families (168 | 11.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.8 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (897 | 61.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.54 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 897 (61.7%) | 3.54 |
| Single Male/Father | 168 (11.6%) | 4.80 |
| Single Female/Mother | 389 (26.8%) | 4.59 |
| Total Families | 1,454 (100.0%) | 3.97 |
Median Household Size in Thurston County
The median household size in Thurston County is 3.33 persons per household, with single male/father households (168 | 8.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.11 persons per household. non-family households (539 | 27.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.10 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 897 (45.0%) | 3.63 |
| Single Male/Father | 168 (8.4%) | 5.11 |
| Single Female/Mother | 389 (19.5%) | 4.98 |
| Non-family | 539 (27.0%) | 1.10 |
| Total Households | 1,993 (100.0%) | 3.33 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Thurston County
Out of a total of 1,993 households in Thurston County, 1,454 (73.0%) are family households, while 539 (27.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 502, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 484.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 484 (24.3%) |
| 2-Person Households | 502 (25.2%) | 55 (2.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 256 (12.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 284 (14.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 140 (7.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 119 (6.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 153 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,454 (73.0%) | 539 (27.0%) |
Female Fertility in Thurston County
Fertility by Age in Thurston County
Average fertility rate in Thurston County is 93.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 165.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 81.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 15 (11.0%) | 54.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 111 (81.0%) | 165.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 11 (8.0%) | 21.0 |
| Total | 137 (100.0%) | 93.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Thurston County
32.8% of women with births (137) in Thurston County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% 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 18.2% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 36 (32.4%) | 75 (67.6%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 9 (81.8%) | 2 (18.2%) |
| Total | 45 (32.9%) | 92 (67.1%) |
Fertility by Education in Thurston County
Average fertility rate in Thurston County is 93.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 161.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 19.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 40.9% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 10 (7.3%) | 31.0 |
| High School Diploma | 53 (38.7%) | 131.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 56 (40.9%) | 126.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 4 (2.9%) | 19.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 14 (10.2%) | 161.0 |
| Total | 137 (100.0%) | 93.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Thurston County
67.1% of women with births in Thurston County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate 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.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 10 (18.9%) | 43 (81.1%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 19 (33.9%) | 37 (66.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 2 (50.0%) | 2 (50.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 45 (32.9%) | 92 (67.1%) |
Employment Characteristics in Thurston County
Employment by Class of Employer in Thurston County
Among the 2,632 employed individuals in Thurston County, private company employees (1,165 | 44.3%), federal government employees (499 | 19.0%), and local government employees (439 | 16.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,165 | 44.3% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 83 | 3.2% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 192 | 7.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 145 | 5.5% |
| Local Government Employees | 439 | 16.7% |
| State Government Employees | 100 | 3.8% |
| Federal Government Employees | 499 | 19.0% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 9 | 0.3% |
| Total | 2,632 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Thurston County
According to the labor force statistics for Thurston County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,659), 64.4% or 3,000 individuals are in the labor force, with 10.0% or 300 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 86.8% or 527 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 34.3% or 37 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 108 (20.8%) | 37 (34.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 343 (71.3%) | 68 (19.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 372 (79.5%) | 44 (11.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 338 (86.0%) | 56 (16.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 547 (81.0%) | 61 (11.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 527 (86.8%) | 21 (4.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 297 (75.0%) | 9 (3.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 197 (67.2%) | 3 (1.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 213 (46.0%) | 2 (0.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 57 (15.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,000 (64.4%) | 300 (10.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Thurston County
According to labor force statistics for Thurston County, 80.4% of individuals (2,277) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,832) are in the labor force, with 8.5% or 194 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 89.9% or 533 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 28.3% or 47 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 166 (55.1%) | 85 (28.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 707 (75.5%) | 124 (13.3%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 872 (87.0%) | 61 (6.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 533 (89.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,277 (80.4%) | 241 (8.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Thurston County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Thurston County are Management (344 | 12.8%), Community & Social Service (313 | 11.6%), Education Instruction & Library (225 | 8.3%), Business & Financial (160 | 5.9%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (130 | 4.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Thurston County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (95.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (83.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (79.2%), and Community & Social Service (78.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 227 (66.0%) | 117 (34.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 37 (23.1%) | 123 (76.9%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 39 (95.1%) | 2 (4.9%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 2 (50.0%) | 2 (50.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 67 (21.4%) | 246 (78.6%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 21 (33.3%) | 42 (66.7%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 38 (16.9%) | 187 (83.1%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 8 (32.0%) | 17 (68.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 27 (20.8%) | 103 (79.2%) |
| Health Technologists | 21 (22.1%) | 74 (77.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 397 (40.2%) | 591 (59.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,347 (49.9%) | 1,351 (50.1%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Thurston County are Cleaning & Maintenance (163 | 6.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (137 | 5.1%), Security & Protection (106 | 3.9%), Healthcare Support (78 | 2.9%), and Firefighting & Prevention (65 | 2.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Thurston County, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (79.7%), Firefighting & Prevention (66.1%), and Security & Protection (65.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (93.6%), Food Preparation & Serving (79.6%), and Personal Care & Service (71.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 5 (6.4%) | 73 (93.6%) |
| Security & Protection | 69 (65.1%) | 37 (34.9%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 43 (66.1%) | 22 (33.9%) |
| Law Enforcement | 26 (63.4%) | 15 (36.6%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 28 (20.4%) | 109 (79.6%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 130 (79.7%) | 33 (20.3%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 14 (28.6%) | 35 (71.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 246 (46.2%) | 287 (53.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,347 (49.9%) | 1,351 (50.1%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Thurston County are Office & Administration (372 | 13.8%), and Sales & Related (159 | 5.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 81 (50.9%) | 78 (49.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 73 (19.6%) | 299 (80.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 154 (29.0%) | 377 (71.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,347 (49.9%) | 1,351 (50.1%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Thurston County are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (94 | 3.5%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (59 | 2.2%), and Construction & Extraction (55 | 2.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 46 (78.0%) | 13 (22.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 51 (92.7%) | 4 (7.3%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 94 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 191 (91.8%) | 17 (8.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,347 (49.9%) | 1,351 (50.1%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Thurston County are Production (200 | 7.4%), Transportation (134 | 5.0%), and Material Moving (104 | 3.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 150 (75.0%) | 50 (25.0%) |
| Transportation | 119 (88.8%) | 15 (11.2%) |
| Material Moving | 90 (86.5%) | 14 (13.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 359 (82.0%) | 79 (18.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,347 (49.9%) | 1,351 (50.1%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Thurston County
Employment Industries in Thurston County
The major employment industries in Thurston County include Public Administration (470 | 17.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (425 | 15.8%), Educational Services (333 | 12.3%), Manufacturing (289 | 10.7%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (213 | 7.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Thurston County
The Thurston County industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (87.3%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (81.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Accommodation & Food Services (86.9%), Professional & Scientific (80.0%), and Educational Services (76.6%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 186 (87.3%) | 27 (12.7%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 92 (81.4%) | 21 (18.6%) |
| Manufacturing | 217 (75.1%) | 72 (24.9%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 28 (62.2%) | 17 (37.8%) |
| Retail Trade | 130 (65.0%) | 70 (35.0%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 76 (78.3%) | 21 (21.6%) |
| Utilities | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 6 (75.0%) | 2 (25.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 22 (23.7%) | 71 (76.3%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 18 (81.8%) | 4 (18.2%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 4 (20.0%) | 16 (80.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 27 (58.7%) | 19 (41.3%) |
| Educational Services | 78 (23.4%) | 255 (76.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 128 (30.1%) | 297 (69.9%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 61 (50.4%) | 60 (49.6%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 16 (13.1%) | 106 (86.9%) |
| Public Administration | 204 (43.4%) | 266 (56.6%) |
| Total | 1,347 (49.9%) | 1,351 (50.1%) |
Education in Thurston County
School Enrollment in Thurston County
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,309 students in Thurston County are high school (579 | 25.1%), elementary school (563 | 24.4%), and middle school (494 | 21.4%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 250 | 10.8% |
| Kindergarten | 121 | 5.2% |
| Elementary School | 563 | 24.4% |
| Middle School | 494 | 21.4% |
| High School | 579 | 25.1% |
| College / Undergraduate | 266 | 11.5% |
| Graduate / Professional | 36 | 1.6% |
| Total | 2,309 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Thurston County
Out of a total of 2,309 students who are enrolled in schools in Thurston County, 199 (8.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,110 (91.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 19 (15.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 381 (97.9% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 165 (93.2%) | 12 (6.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 579 (90.5%) | 61 (9.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 611 (90.4%) | 65 (9.6%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 381 (97.9%) | 8 (2.1%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 123 (91.1%) | 12 (8.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 106 (84.8%) | 19 (15.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 82 (85.4%) | 14 (14.6%) |
| 35 Years and over | 63 (88.7%) | 8 (11.3%) |
| Total | 2,110 (91.4%) | 199 (8.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Thurston County
Education (188 | 24.2%), business (186 | 23.9%), arts & humanities (108 | 13.9%), science & technology (76 | 9.8%), and bio, nature & agricultural (49 | 6.3%) are the most common fields of study among 778 individuals in Thurston County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 10 | 1.3% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 49 | 6.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 28 | 3.6% |
| Psychology | 12 | 1.5% |
| Social Sciences | 46 | 5.9% |
| Engineering | 8 | 1.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 4 | 0.5% |
| Science & Technology | 76 | 9.8% |
| Business | 186 | 23.9% |
| Education | 188 | 24.2% |
| Literature & Languages | 12 | 1.5% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 24 | 3.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 20 | 2.6% |
| Communications | 7 | 0.9% |
| Arts & Humanities | 108 | 13.9% |
| Total | 778 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Thurston County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Thurston County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Thurston County are males with 2 vehicles (482, accounting for 37.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (515, making up 36.0%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 44 (3.4%) | 52 (3.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 196 (15.2%) | 263 (19.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 482 (37.3%) | 515 (38.5%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 317 (24.5%) | 266 (19.9%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 202 (15.6%) | 187 (14.0%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 52 (4.0%) | 55 (4.1%) |
| Total | 1,293 (100.0%) | 1,338 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Thurston County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Thurston County are 5 to 9 minutes (655 commuters, 26.3%), less than 5 minutes (408 commuters, 16.4%), and 30 to 34 minutes (283 commuters, 11.4%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 408 | 16.4% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 655 | 26.3% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 269 | 10.8% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 220 | 8.8% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 128 | 5.1% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 115 | 4.6% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 283 | 11.4% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 63 | 2.5% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 80 | 3.2% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 143 | 5.8% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 58 | 2.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 67 | 2.7% |
Commute Time by Sex in Thurston County
The most common commute times in Thurston County are 5 to 9 minutes (304 commuters, 25.0%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (351 commuters, 27.6%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 215 (17.7%) | 193 (15.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 304 (25.0%) | 351 (27.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 121 (9.9%) | 148 (11.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 107 (8.8%) | 113 (8.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 76 (6.2%) | 52 (4.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 44 (3.6%) | 71 (5.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 107 (8.8%) | 176 (13.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 30 (2.5%) | 33 (2.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 39 (3.2%) | 41 (3.2%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 78 (6.4%) | 65 (5.1%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 47 (3.9%) | 11 (0.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 49 (4.0%) | 18 (1.4%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Thurston County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Thurston County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (253, 20.8%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (415, 32.6%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 90 (7.4%) | 44 (3.5%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 59 (4.9%) | 17 (1.3%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 85 (7.0%) | 30 (2.4%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 61 (5.0%) | 38 (3.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 132 (10.8%) | 71 (5.6%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 138 (11.3%) | 188 (14.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 253 (20.8%) | 415 (32.6%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 133 (10.9%) | 154 (12.1%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 24 (2.0%) | 69 (5.4%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 27 (2.2%) | 40 (3.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 6 (0.5%) | 26 (2.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 17 (1.4%) | 6 (0.5%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 136 (11.2%) | 143 (11.2%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 56 (4.6%) | 31 (2.4%) |
| Total | 1,217 (100.0%) | 1,272 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Thurston County
Occupancy by Ownership in Thurston County
Of the total 1,993 dwellings in Thurston County, owner-occupied units account for 1,214 (60.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 779 (39.1%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,214 | 60.9% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 779 | 39.1% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 1,993 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Thurston County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 484 | 24.3% |
| 2-Person Household | 557 | 28.0% |
| 3-Person Household | 256 | 12.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 696 | 34.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 1,993 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Thurston County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 269 (55.6%) | 215 (44.4%) |
| 2-Person Household | 396 (71.1%) | 161 (28.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 160 (62.5%) | 96 (37.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 389 (55.9%) | 307 (44.1%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,214 (60.9%) | 779 (39.1%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Thurston County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 66 (43.7%) | 85 (56.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 360 (60.1%) | 239 (39.9%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 459 (58.6%) | 324 (41.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 329 (71.5%) | 131 (28.5%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Thurston County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 394 | 19.8% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 318 | 16.0% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 360 | 18.1% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 396 | 19.9% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 296 | 14.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 181 | 9.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 48 | 2.4% |
| Total | 1,993 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Thurston County
Median Income by Occupancy in Thurston County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,214 (60.9%) | $75,200 |
| Renter-Occupied | 779 (39.1%) | $42,098 |
| Average | 1,993 (100.0%) | $63,459 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Thurston County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 38 (3.1%) | 16 (2.1%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 11 (0.9%) | 26 (3.3%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 23 (1.9%) | 58 (7.4%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 51 (4.2%) | 62 (8.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 59 (4.9%) | 41 (5.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 48 (4.0%) | 70 (9.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 131 (10.8%) | 153 (19.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 244 (20.1%) | 127 (16.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 163 (13.4%) | 126 (16.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 298 (24.5%) | 88 (11.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 148 (12.2%) | 12 (1.5%) |
| Total | 1,214 (100.0%) | 779 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Thurston County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 173 (14.2%) | 36 (4.6%) |
| $300 to $499 | 281 (23.2%) | 100 (12.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 341 (28.1%) | 283 (36.3%) |
| $800 to $999 | 130 (10.7%) | 178 (22.9%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 141 (11.6%) | 90 (11.6%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 69 (5.7%) | 10 (1.3%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 50 (4.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 14 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 15 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,214 (100.0%) | 779 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Thurston County
Housing Structures in Thurston County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,679 | 84.2% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 37 | 1.9% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 39 | 2.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 55 | 2.8% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 34 | 1.7% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 78 | 3.9% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 71 | 3.6% |
| Total | 1,993 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Thurston County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,151 (68.5%) | 528 (31.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 5 (13.5%) | 32 (86.5%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 55 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 78 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 58 (81.7%) | 13 (18.3%) |
| Total | 1,214 (60.9%) | 779 (39.1%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Thurston County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (0.9%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 18 (1.5%) | 117 (15.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 374 (30.8%) | 321 (41.2%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 426 (35.1%) | 239 (30.7%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 396 (32.6%) | 95 (12.2%) |
| Total | 1,214 (100.0%) | 779 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Thurston County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 539 (44.4%) | 327 (42.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 285 (23.5%) | 138 (17.7%) |
| Electricity | 299 (24.6%) | 293 (37.6%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 26 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 65 (5.3%) | 21 (2.7%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,214 (100.0%) | 779 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Thurston County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 32 (2.6%) | 140 (18.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 290 (23.9%) | 260 (33.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 476 (39.2%) | 262 (33.6%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 416 (34.3%) | 117 (15.0%) |
| Total | 1,214 (100.0%) | 779 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Thurston County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Thurston County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 823 | 391 |
| Median Property Value | $76,500 | $144,400 |
| Median Household Income | $65,956 | $68 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $476 | $15 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,221 | $46 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Thurston County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 261 (31.7%) | 52 (13.3%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 244 (29.6%) | 106 (27.1%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 212 (25.8%) | 180 (46.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 72 (8.7%) | 45 (11.5%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 26 (3.2%) | 8 (2.1%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 7 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 1 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 823 (100.0%) | 391 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Thurston County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 43 (5.2%) | 5 (1.3%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 118 (14.3%) | 6 (1.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 37 (4.5%) | 15 (3.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 103 (12.5%) | 11 (2.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 175 (21.3%) | 28 (7.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 87 (10.6%) | 69 (17.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 180 (21.9%) | 76 (19.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 80 (9.7%) | 118 (30.2%) |
| Total | 823 (100.0%) | 391 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Thurston County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 523 (63.5%) | 96,406 (24,656.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 78 (9.5%) | 229 (58.6%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 52 (6.3%) | 98 (25.1%) |
| 4.0x or more | 148 (18.0%) | 38 (9.7%) |
| Total | 823 (100.0%) | 391 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Thurston County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 171 (20.8%) | 2 (0.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 177 (21.5%) | 45 (11.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 234 (28.4%) | 106 (27.1%) |
| Total | 823 (100.0%) | 391 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Thurston County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Thurston County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 696 (93.4%) | 49 (6.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,520 (86.7%) | 234 (13.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 453 (69.7%) | 197 (30.3%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 464 (61.5%) | 291 (38.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 489 (72.9%) | 182 (27.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 520 (85.7%) | 87 (14.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 557 (81.3%) | 128 (18.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 452 (98.7%) | 6 (1.3%) |
| 75 Years and older | 331 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,482 (82.4%) | 1,174 (17.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Thurston County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 696 (93.4%) | 49 (6.6%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,520 (86.7%) | 234 (13.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 453 (69.7%) | 197 (30.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Thurston County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 557 (71.2%) | 225 (28.8%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,065 (81.9%) | 235 (18.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 964 (83.3%) | 193 (16.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,001 (79.0%) | 266 (21.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,886 (88.2%) | 251 (11.7%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Thurston County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 479 (64.3%) | 258 (34.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 828 (47.2%) | 760 (43.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 136 (20.9%) | 326 (50.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 119 (15.8%) | 354 (46.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 93 (13.9%) | 415 (61.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 95 (15.7%) | 452 (74.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 96 (14.0%) | 467 (68.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 419 (91.5%) | 262 (57.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 331 (100.0%) | 181 (54.7%) |
| Total | 2,596 (39.0%) | 3,475 (52.2%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Thurston County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 4 (1.4%) | 7 (2.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 99 (10.9%) | 50 (6.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 36 (4.7%) | 27 (3.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 158 (16.8%) | 175 (17.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 62 (28.1%) | 57 (24.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 73 (50.7%) | 63 (33.7%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Thurston County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 4 (1.4%) | 7 (2.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 11 (1.2%) | 7 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 7 (0.9%) | 24 (3.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 52 (5.5%) | 49 (4.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 50 (22.6%) | 22 (9.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 57 (39.6%) | 28 (15.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 21 (2.3%) | 7 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 5 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 62 (6.6%) | 70 (6.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 18 (8.1%) | 11 (4.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 23 (16.0%) | 9 (4.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 48 (5.3%) | 38 (4.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 18 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 40 (4.3%) | 29 (2.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 24 (10.9%) | 8 (3.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 16 (11.1%) | 15 (8.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 25 (2.7%) | 10 (1.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 5 (0.6%) | 3 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 76 (8.1%) | 113 (11.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 24 (10.9%) | 41 (17.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 35 (24.3%) | 46 (24.6%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 20 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 5 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 8 (0.9%) | 40 (3.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 17 (7.7%) | 4 (1.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 11 (7.6%) | 12 (6.4%) |
Technology Access in Thurston County
Computing Device Access in Thurston County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,229 | 61.7% |
| Smartphone | 1,637 | 82.1% |
| Tablet | 1,124 | 56.4% |
| No Computing Device | 198 | 9.9% |
| Total | 1,993 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Thurston County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 1 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 1,217 | 61.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 195 | 9.8% |
| Satellite Internet | 167 | 8.4% |
| No Internet | 476 | 23.9% |
| Total | 1,993 | 100.0% |
Thurston County Summary
Thurston County is located in the northeastern corner of Nebraska, and is bordered by Dakota County to the north, Dixon County to the east, Burt County to the south, and Dakota County to the west. The county seat is Pender, and the county has a total area of 576 square miles. As of the 2010 census, the population was 6,940, making it the second least populous county in Nebraska.
Thurston County was established in 1854 and named after Samuel R. Thurston, a delegate to the United States Congress from the Oregon Territory. The county was originally part of Dakota County, but was split off in 1854. The county was originally populated by Native Americans, primarily the Omaha and Winnebago tribes.
Geography
Thurston County is located in the northeastern corner of Nebraska, and is bordered by Dakota County to the north, Dixon County to the east, Burt County to the south, and Dakota County to the west. The county has a total area of 576 square miles, of which 575 square miles is land and 1 square mile is water. The county is mostly flat, with rolling hills in the western part of the county. The county is drained by the Elkhorn River, which flows through the county from north to south.
The county is home to several state parks, including Ponca State Park, which is located on the banks of the Missouri River. The park offers camping, fishing, boating, and other outdoor activities.
Economy
Thurston County is primarily an agricultural county, with the majority of the population employed in farming and ranching. The county is home to several large farms, including the Thurston County Farm, which is the largest farm in the county. Other major industries in the county include manufacturing, retail, and tourism.
The county is home to several large employers, including the Thurston County Farm, which employs over 500 people. Other major employers in the county include the Pender Public Schools, the Pender Community Hospital, and the Pender County Sheriff's Office.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 6,940 people, 2,717 households, and 1,845 families residing in the county. The population density was 12 people per square mile. There were 3,072 housing units at an average density of 5 per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.2% White, 0.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
There were 2,717 households, out of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.2% were married couples living together, 8.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.7% were non-families. 27.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 3.01.
In the county, the population was spread out, with 25.7% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 18.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females there were 97.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.2 males.
The median income for a household in the county was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $45,938. Males had a median income of $30,917 versus $22,917 for females. The per capita income for the county was $17,917. About 8.2% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Thurston County?
Per Capita income in Thurston County is $23,785.
What is the Median Family Income in Thurston County?
Median Family Income in Thurston County is $70,000.
What is the Median Household income in Thurston County?
Median Household Income in Thurston County is $63,459.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Thurston County?
Income or Wage Gap in Thurston County is 11.1%.
Women in Thurston County earn 88.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Thurston County?
Family Income Deficit in Thurston County is $11,782.
Families that are below poverty line in Thurston County earn $11,782 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Thurston County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Thurston County is 0.42.
What is the Total Population of Thurston County?
Total Population of Thurston County is 6,716.
What is the Total Male Population of Thurston County?
Total Male Population of Thurston County is 3,306.
What is the Total Female Population of Thurston County?
Total Female Population of Thurston County is 3,410.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Thurston County?
There are 96.95 Males per 100 Females in Thurston County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Thurston County?
There are 103.15 Females per 100 Males in Thurston County.
What is the Median Population Age in Thurston County?
Median Population Age in Thurston County is 28.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Thurston County
Average Family Size in Thurston County is 4.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Thurston County
Average Household Size in Thurston County is 3.3 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Thurston County?
There are 3,000 People in the Labor Forcein in Thurston County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Thurston County?
64.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Thurston County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Thurston County?
Unemployment Rate in Thurston County is 10.0%.