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Portsmouth Overview

22,138
TOTAL POPULATION
10,744
MALE POPULATION
11,394
FEMALE POPULATION
94.30
MALES / 100 FEMALES
106.05
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.1
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$67,924
PER CAPITA INCOME
$135,696
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$100,169
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
23.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
76.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
13,191
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
68.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Portsmouth Zip Codes

Portsmouth Area Codes

Race in Portsmouth

The most populous races in Portsmouth are White / Caucasian (19,540 | 88.3%), Asian (939 | 4.2%), and Two or more Races (906 | 4.1%).
Race in Portsmouth
Race# Population% Population
Asian9394.2%
Black / African American3311.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific80.0%
Hispanic or Latino5412.4%
Native / Alaskan100.1%
White / Caucasian19,54088.3%
Two or more Races9064.1%
Some other Race4041.8%
Total22,138100.0%

Ancestry in Portsmouth

The most populous ancestries reported in Portsmouth are Irish (4,688 | 21.2%), English (4,629 | 20.9%), Italian (2,153 | 9.7%), German (1,982 | 8.9%), and French (1,417 | 6.4%), together accounting for 67.2% of all Portsmouth residents.
Ancestry in Portsmouth
Ancestry# Population% Population
Albanian600.3%
American1,0594.8%
Arab1660.7%
Argentinean140.1%
Armenian250.1%
Australian410.2%
Austrian650.3%
Belgian580.3%
Bhutanese70.0%
Brazilian170.1%
British2381.1%
Bulgarian150.1%
Burmese2351.1%
Cajun110.1%
Canadian1310.6%
Cape Verdean100.1%
Central American230.1%
Cherokee110.1%
Chilean140.1%
Colombian340.2%
Croatian300.1%
Czech170.1%
Danish1000.4%
Dominican1110.5%
Dutch2100.9%
Eastern European1130.5%
English4,62920.9%
Estonian200.1%
European4301.9%
Finnish970.4%
French1,4176.4%
French Canadian9414.3%
German1,9828.9%
German Russian170.1%
Ghanaian120.1%
Greek1700.8%
Guamanian / Chamorro40.0%
Guatemalan230.1%
Haitian30.0%
Hungarian330.2%
Indian (Asian)2581.2%
Iraqi290.1%
Irish4,68821.2%
Israeli170.1%
Italian2,1539.7%
Jamaican20.0%
Korean1490.7%
Latvian170.1%
Lebanese210.1%
Lithuanian2030.9%
Malaysian620.3%
Mexican700.3%
Native Hawaiian370.2%
Nigerian80.0%
Northern European940.4%
Norwegian2110.9%
Palestinian80.0%
Peruvian50.0%
Polish7513.4%
Portuguese730.3%
Puerto Rican1620.7%
Romanian480.2%
Russian3901.8%
Scandinavian490.2%
Scotch-Irish3511.6%
Scottish1,2435.6%
Serbian620.3%
Slavic120.1%
Slovak270.1%
Slovene90.0%
South African30.0%
South American670.3%
Spaniard570.3%
Spanish330.2%
Sri Lankan270.1%
Subsaharan African330.2%
Swedish3231.5%
Swiss800.4%
Syrian1080.5%
Thai3591.6%
Turkish290.1%
Ukrainian1830.8%
Welsh1870.8%
West Indian60.0%
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Immigrants in Portsmouth

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Portsmouth came from Asia (906 | 4.1%), Europe (713 | 3.2%), Eastern Asia (375 | 1.7%), South Central Asia (350 | 1.6%), and Eastern Europe (328 | 1.5%), together accounting for 12.1% of all Portsmouth residents.
Immigrants in Portsmouth
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa240.1%
Albania540.2%
Argentina140.1%
Asia9064.1%
Bangladesh100.1%
Brazil680.3%
Bulgaria150.1%
Canada1070.5%
Caribbean700.3%
Central America230.1%
China2060.9%
Colombia240.1%
Denmark90.0%
Dominican Republic650.3%
Eastern Asia3751.7%
Eastern Europe3281.5%
England1160.5%
Europe7133.2%
France270.1%
Germany140.1%
Greece50.0%
Guatemala230.1%
Haiti30.0%
India2901.3%
Iraq250.1%
Ireland150.1%
Italy360.2%
Jamaica20.0%
Japan50.0%
Korea1640.7%
Laos350.2%
Latin America2040.9%
Moldova290.1%
Nepal410.2%
Northern Africa110.1%
Northern Europe3031.4%
Peru50.0%
Philippines820.4%
Russia960.4%
Scotland1190.5%
South Africa130.1%
South America1110.5%
South Central Asia3501.6%
South Eastern Asia1270.6%
Southern Europe410.2%
Sri Lanka90.0%
Turkey290.1%
Ukraine650.3%
Vietnam100.1%
Western Asia540.2%
Western Europe410.2%
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Sex and Age in Portsmouth

Sex and Age in Portsmouth

The most populous age groups in Portsmouth are 25 to 29 Years (888 | 8.3%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (1,091 | 9.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Portsmouth
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years449 (4.2%)454 (4.0%)
5 to 9 Years571 (5.3%)581 (5.1%)
10 to 14 Years251 (2.3%)442 (3.9%)
15 to 19 Years574 (5.3%)325 (2.9%)
20 to 24 Years780 (7.3%)620 (5.4%)
25 to 29 Years888 (8.3%)1,091 (9.6%)
30 to 34 Years792 (7.4%)918 (8.1%)
35 to 39 Years839 (7.8%)790 (6.9%)
40 to 44 Years675 (6.3%)644 (5.7%)
45 to 49 Years700 (6.5%)636 (5.6%)
50 to 54 Years744 (6.9%)670 (5.9%)
55 to 59 Years807 (7.5%)732 (6.4%)
60 to 64 Years796 (7.4%)890 (7.8%)
65 to 69 Years561 (5.2%)558 (4.9%)
70 to 74 Years541 (5.0%)785 (6.9%)
75 to 79 Years405 (3.8%)535 (4.7%)
80 to 84 Years217 (2.0%)317 (2.8%)
85 Years and over154 (1.4%)406 (3.6%)
Total10,744 (100.0%)11,394 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Portsmouth

Median Family Size in Portsmouth

The median family size in Portsmouth is 2.76 persons per family, with married-couple families (4,158 | 79.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.85 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (832 | 15.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.36 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Portsmouth
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple4,158 (79.0%)2.85
Single Male/Father276 (5.2%)2.58
Single Female/Mother832 (15.8%)2.36
Total Families5,266 (100.0%)2.76

Median Household Size in Portsmouth

The median household size in Portsmouth is 2.07 persons per household, with married-couple households (4,158 | 39.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.89 persons per household. non-family households (5,169 | 49.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.31 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Portsmouth
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple4,158 (39.9%)2.89
Single Male/Father276 (2.6%)2.74
Single Female/Mother832 (8.0%)2.54
Non-family5,169 (49.5%)1.31
Total Households10,435 (100.0%)2.07

Household Size by Marriage Status in Portsmouth

Out of a total of 10,435 households in Portsmouth, 5,266 (50.5%) are family households, while 5,169 (49.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,059, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,919.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Portsmouth
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-3,919 (37.6%)
2-Person Households3,059 (29.3%)1,084 (10.4%)
3-Person Households1,191 (11.4%)107 (1.0%)
4-Person Households691 (6.6%)9 (0.1%)
5-Person Households253 (2.4%)50 (0.5%)
6-Person Households68 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households4 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,266 (50.5%)5,169 (49.5%)

Female Fertility in Portsmouth

Fertility by Age in Portsmouth

Average fertility rate in Portsmouth is 55.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 66.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 60.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Portsmouth
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years173 (60.5%)66.0
35 to 50 years113 (39.5%)50.0
Total286 (100.0%)55.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Portsmouth

64.3% of women with births (286) in Portsmouth are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 53.2% 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 8.9% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Portsmouth
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years81 (46.8%)92 (53.2%)
35 to 50 years103 (91.1%)10 (8.8%)
Total184 (64.3%)102 (35.7%)

Fertility by Education in Portsmouth

Average fertility rate in Portsmouth is 55.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the highest fertility rate of 86.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the lowest fertility at 23.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree represent 45.1% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Portsmouth
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School26 (9.1%)58.0
High School Diploma10 (3.5%)23.0
College or Associate's Degree89 (31.1%)86.0
Bachelor's Degree129 (45.1%)63.0
Graduate Degree32 (11.2%)26.0
Total286 (100.0%)55.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Portsmouth

35.7% of women with births in Portsmouth are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Portsmouth
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School23 (88.5%)3 (11.5%)
High School Diploma10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)89 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree119 (92.2%)10 (7.7%)
Graduate Degree32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total184 (64.3%)102 (35.7%)

Income in Portsmouth

Income Overview in Portsmouth

Per Capita Income in Portsmouth is $67,924, while median incomes of families and households are $135,696 and $100,169 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income22,138$67,924
Median Family Income5,266$135,696
Mean Family Income5,266$178,490
Median Household Income10,435$100,169
Mean Household Income10,435$139,653
Income Deficit5,266$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)22,13823.54%
Wage / Income Gap ($)22,13876.46¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index22,1380.47

Earnings by Sex in Portsmouth

Average Earnings in Portsmouth are $63,016, $70,404 for men and $53,831 for women, a difference of 23.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Portsmouth
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male7,437 (53.2%)$70,404
Female6,543 (46.8%)$53,831
Total13,980 (100.0%)$63,016

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Portsmouth

The most common earnings brackets in Portsmouth are $100,000+ for men (2,403 | 32.3%) and $100,000+ for women (1,306 | 20.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Portsmouth
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less422 (5.7%)445 (6.8%)
$2,500 to $4,999187 (2.5%)158 (2.4%)
$5,000 to $7,49945 (0.6%)165 (2.5%)
$7,500 to $9,99998 (1.3%)111 (1.7%)
$10,000 to $12,499128 (1.7%)259 (4.0%)
$12,500 to $14,999143 (1.9%)95 (1.5%)
$15,000 to $17,49930 (0.4%)119 (1.8%)
$17,500 to $19,99966 (0.9%)137 (2.1%)
$20,000 to $22,49991 (1.2%)116 (1.8%)
$22,500 to $24,999126 (1.7%)79 (1.2%)
$25,000 to $29,999111 (1.5%)264 (4.0%)
$30,000 to $34,999352 (4.7%)291 (4.4%)
$35,000 to $39,999265 (3.6%)245 (3.7%)
$40,000 to $44,999245 (3.3%)163 (2.5%)
$45,000 to $49,999252 (3.4%)515 (7.9%)
$50,000 to $54,999227 (3.0%)153 (2.3%)
$55,000 to $64,999630 (8.5%)453 (6.9%)
$65,000 to $74,999498 (6.7%)705 (10.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,118 (15.0%)764 (11.7%)
$100,000+2,403 (32.3%)1,306 (20.0%)
Total7,437 (100.0%)6,543 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Portsmouth

Average earnings in Portsmouth are $83,977 for men and $58,281 for women, a difference of 30.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $102,875, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $43,158. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $90,361, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $34,412.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Portsmouth
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$43,158$42,298
College or Associate's Degree$64,884$37,219
Bachelor's Degree$87,016$55,717
Graduate Degree$102,875$90,361
Total$83,977$58,281

Family Income in Portsmouth

Family Income Brackets in Portsmouth

According to the Portsmouth family income data, there are 1,496 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 28.4% of all families. Conversely, the $25,000 to $34,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 37 families (0.7%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Portsmouth
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001372.6%
$10,000 to $14,999470.9%
$15,000 to $24,999951.8%
$25,000 to $34,999370.7%
$35,000 to $49,9993166.0%
$50,000 to $74,99960011.4%
$75,000 to $99,9994959.4%
$100,000 to $149,9991,26924.1%
$150,000 to $199,99977414.7%
$200,000+1,49628.4%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Portsmouth

6-person families (54 | 1.0%) account for the highest median family income in Portsmouth with $226,786 per family, while 2-person families (3,255 | 61.8%) have the highest median income of $63,312 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Portsmouth
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families3,255 (61.8%)$126,625
3-Person Families1,026 (19.5%)$129,423
4-Person Families672 (12.8%)$190,000
5-Person Families255 (4.8%)$195,550
6-Person Families54 (1.0%)$226,786
7+ Person Families4 (0.1%)$0
Total5,266 (100.0%)$135,696

Family Income by Number of Earners in Portsmouth

The median family income in Portsmouth is $135,696, with families comprising 2 earners (2,488) having the highest median family income of $159,695, while families with no earners (694) have the lowest median family income of $68,696, accounting for 47.2% and 13.2% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Portsmouth
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners694 (13.2%)$68,696
1 Earner1,605 (30.5%)$110,423
2 Earners2,488 (47.2%)$159,695
3+ Earners479 (9.1%)$151,691
Total5,266 (100.0%)$135,696

Household Income in Portsmouth

Household Income Brackets in Portsmouth

With 2,170 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Portsmouth, accounting for 20.8% of all households. In contrast, only 271 households (2.6%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Portsmouth
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0003343.2%
$10,000 to $14,9992712.6%
$15,000 to $24,9996476.2%
$25,000 to $34,9993553.4%
$35,000 to $49,9997307.0%
$50,000 to $74,9991,44013.8%
$75,000 to $99,9991,43013.7%
$100,000 to $149,9992,17020.8%
$150,000 to $199,9991,05410.1%
$200,000+2,00419.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Portsmouth

The median household income in Portsmouth is $100,169, with the highest median household income of $122,315 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,550 households (34.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $68,145, with 2,657 households (25.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Portsmouth
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years461 (4.4%)$68,438
25 to 44 Years3,767 (36.1%)$107,697
45 to 64 Years3,550 (34.0%)$122,315
65+ Years2,657 (25.5%)$68,145
Total10,435 (100.0%)$100,169

Poverty in Portsmouth

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Portsmouth

With 4.4% poverty level for males and 7.5% for females among the residents of Portsmouth, under 5 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 83 males (18.5%) and 35 females (20.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Portsmouth
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years83 (18.5%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years57 (9.9%)17 (2.9%)
12 to 14 Years29 (16.2%)33 (10.7%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years6 (2.5%)35 (20.8%)
18 to 24 Years160 (16.1%)89 (12.2%)
25 to 34 Years25 (1.5%)118 (5.9%)
35 to 44 Years43 (2.9%)139 (9.7%)
45 to 54 Years7 (0.5%)85 (6.5%)
55 to 64 Years28 (1.8%)110 (6.8%)
65 to 74 Years17 (1.5%)107 (8.2%)
75 Years and over17 (2.3%)90 (8.7%)
Total472 (4.4%)823 (7.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Portsmouth

According to the poverty statistics in Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years366 (81.5%)454 (100.0%)
5 Years64 (100.0%)28 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years520 (90.1%)559 (97.1%)
12 to 14 Years150 (83.8%)276 (89.3%)
15 Years117 (100.0%)41 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years234 (97.5%)133 (79.2%)
18 to 24 Years832 (83.9%)640 (87.8%)
25 to 34 Years1,652 (98.5%)1,891 (94.1%)
35 to 44 Years1,468 (97.2%)1,295 (90.3%)
45 to 54 Years1,429 (99.5%)1,221 (93.5%)
55 to 64 Years1,575 (98.3%)1,501 (93.2%)
65 to 74 Years1,085 (98.5%)1,197 (91.8%)
75 Years and over722 (97.7%)944 (91.3%)
Total10,214 (95.6%)10,180 (92.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Portsmouth

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Portsmouth show that 0.1% or 5 of the total 4,158 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 0.5%, comprising of 5 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Portsmouth
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children2,943 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children930 (99.5%)5 (0.5%)
3 or 4 Children280 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,153 (99.9%)5 (0.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Portsmouth

According to the poverty data in Portsmouth, 9.1% or 25 single-father households and 19.8% or 165 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 25 households (25.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 156 households (35.9%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Portsmouth
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)9 (2.4%)
1 or 2 Children25 (25.3%)156 (35.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total25 (9.1%)165 (19.8%)

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

The poverty data for Portsmouth shows that 5 of the married-couple family households (0.1%) and 190 of the single-parent households (17.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (0.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 181 household (34.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Portsmouth
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)9 (1.7%)
1 or 2 Children5 (0.5%)181 (34.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5 (0.1%)190 (17.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Portsmouth

Employment by Class of Employer in Portsmouth

Among the 12,811 employed individuals in Portsmouth, private company employees (8,344 | 65.1%), not-for-profit organizations (1,159 | 9.0%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (1,107 | 8.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Portsmouth
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees8,34465.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)4833.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1,1078.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations1,1599.0%
Local Government Employees8796.9%
State Government Employees4693.7%
Federal Government Employees3592.8%
Unpaid Family Workers110.1%
Total12,811100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Portsmouth

According to the labor force statistics for Portsmouth, out of the total population over 16 years of age (19,229), 68.6% or 13,191 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.5% or 330 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 92.5% or 1,831 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 4.8% or 58 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Portsmouth
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years258 (35.0%)7 (2.7%)
20 to 24 Years1,204 (86.0%)58 (4.8%)
25 to 29 Years1,831 (92.5%)40 (2.2%)
30 to 34 Years1,460 (85.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years2,703 (91.7%)100 (3.7%)
45 to 54 Years2,516 (91.5%)101 (4.0%)
55 to 59 Years1,199 (77.9%)10 (0.8%)
60 to 64 Years1,093 (64.8%)17 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years817 (33.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over110 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total13,191 (68.6%)330 (2.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Portsmouth

According to labor force statistics for Portsmouth, 85.7% of individuals (10,808) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (12,612) are in the labor force, with 2.5% or 270 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 88.6% or 7,627 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.9% or 29 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Portsmouth
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School243 (73.2%)40 (11.9%)
High School Diploma1,270 (77.7%)33 (2.0%)
College / Associate Degree1,667 (81.8%)59 (2.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher7,627 (88.6%)181 (2.1%)
Total10,808 (85.7%)315 (2.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Portsmouth

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Portsmouth are Management (1,903 | 14.9%), Community & Social Service (1,707 | 13.4%), Computers, Engineering & Science (1,479 | 11.6%), Business & Financial (1,058 | 8.3%), and Education Instruction & Library (907 | 7.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Portsmouth

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Portsmouth, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (83.5%), Architecture & Engineering (83.5%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (78.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (76.9%), Health Technologists (70.8%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (65.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Portsmouth
OccupationMaleFemale
Management1,023 (53.8%)880 (46.2%)
Business & Financial454 (42.9%)604 (57.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science1,165 (78.8%)314 (21.2%)
Computers & Mathematics670 (83.5%)132 (16.5%)
Architecture & Engineering435 (83.5%)86 (16.5%)
Life, Physical & Social Science60 (38.5%)96 (61.5%)
Community & Social Service 667 (39.1%)1,040 (60.9%)
Education, Arts & Media40 (23.1%)133 (76.9%)
Legal Services & Support38 (44.2%)48 (55.8%)
Education Instruction & Library330 (36.4%)577 (63.6%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment259 (47.9%)282 (52.1%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating289 (34.3%)553 (65.7%)
Health Technologists217 (29.2%)526 (70.8%)
Total (Category)3,598 (51.5%)3,391 (48.5%)
Total (Overall)6,738 (52.7%)6,047 (47.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Portsmouth are Food Preparation & Serving (598 | 4.7%), Personal Care & Service (272 | 2.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (212 | 1.7%), Healthcare Support (181 | 1.4%), and Security & Protection (138 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations in Portsmouth

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Portsmouth, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (64.4%), Security & Protection (63.8%), and Law Enforcement (61.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (76.8%), and Food Preparation & Serving (51.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Portsmouth
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)181 (100.0%)
Security & Protection88 (63.8%)50 (36.2%)
Firefighting & Prevention67 (64.4%)37 (35.6%)
Law Enforcement21 (61.8%)13 (38.2%)
Food Preparation & Serving288 (48.2%)310 (51.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance129 (60.9%)83 (39.2%)
Personal Care & Service63 (23.2%)209 (76.8%)
Total (Category)568 (40.5%)833 (59.5%)
Total (Overall)6,738 (52.7%)6,047 (47.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Portsmouth are Sales & Related (1,837 | 14.4%), and Office & Administration (1,169 | 9.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Portsmouth

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Portsmouth
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related985 (53.6%)852 (46.4%)
Office & Administration416 (35.6%)753 (64.4%)
Total (Category)1,401 (46.6%)1,605 (53.4%)
Total (Overall)6,738 (52.7%)6,047 (47.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Portsmouth are Construction & Extraction (243 | 1.9%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (235 | 1.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (30 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Portsmouth

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Portsmouth
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction220 (90.5%)23 (9.5%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair216 (91.9%)19 (8.1%)
Total (Category)466 (91.7%)42 (8.3%)
Total (Overall)6,738 (52.7%)6,047 (47.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Portsmouth are Production (493 | 3.9%), Material Moving (229 | 1.8%), and Transportation (159 | 1.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Portsmouth

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Portsmouth
OccupationMaleFemale
Production404 (82.0%)89 (18.0%)
Transportation142 (89.3%)17 (10.7%)
Material Moving159 (69.4%)70 (30.6%)
Total (Category)705 (80.0%)176 (20.0%)
Total (Overall)6,738 (52.7%)6,047 (47.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Portsmouth

Employment Industries in Portsmouth

The major employment industries in Portsmouth include Professional & Scientific (1,687 | 13.2%), Retail Trade (1,565 | 12.2%), Manufacturing (1,456 | 11.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,434 | 11.2%), and Educational Services (1,228 | 9.6%).
Employment Industries in Portsmouth

Employment Industries by Sex in Portsmouth

The Portsmouth industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Utilities (84.6%), and Manufacturing (78.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (75.9%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (70.9%), and Educational Services (62.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Portsmouth
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction301 (75.1%)100 (24.9%)
Manufacturing1,139 (78.2%)317 (21.8%)
Wholesale Trade291 (77.8%)83 (22.2%)
Retail Trade662 (42.3%)903 (57.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing246 (78.1%)69 (21.9%)
Utilities55 (84.6%)10 (15.4%)
Information302 (68.8%)137 (31.2%)
Finance & Insurance682 (57.4%)507 (42.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing95 (29.1%)231 (70.9%)
Professional & Scientific876 (51.9%)811 (48.1%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support303 (67.0%)149 (33.0%)
Educational Services457 (37.2%)771 (62.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance345 (24.1%)1,089 (75.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation151 (51.4%)143 (48.6%)
Accommodation & Food Services443 (55.8%)351 (44.2%)
Public Administration125 (51.2%)119 (48.8%)
Total6,738 (52.7%)6,047 (47.3%)

Education in Portsmouth

School Enrollment in Portsmouth

The most common levels of schooling among the 3,810 students in Portsmouth are elementary school (902 | 23.7%), high school (801 | 21.0%), and college / undergraduate (719 | 18.9%).
School Enrollment in Portsmouth
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool3529.2%
Kindergarten1574.1%
Elementary School90223.7%
Middle School61816.2%
High School80121.0%
College / Undergraduate71918.9%
Graduate / Professional2616.9%
Total3,810100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Portsmouth

Out of a total of 3,810 students who are enrolled in schools in Portsmouth, 1,010 (26.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,800 (73.5%) 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 221 (73.7% 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 517 (90.9% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Portsmouth
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds79 (26.3%)221 (73.7%)
5 to 9 Year Old932 (87.6%)132 (12.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds620 (89.5%)73 (10.5%)
15 to 17 Year Olds517 (90.9%)52 (9.1%)
18 to 19 Year Olds136 (54.0%)116 (46.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds316 (61.2%)200 (38.8%)
25 to 34 Year Olds118 (41.4%)167 (58.6%)
35 Years and over84 (64.1%)47 (35.9%)
Total2,800 (73.5%)1,010 (26.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Portsmouth

Business (2,228 | 18.9%), social sciences (1,112 | 9.4%), engineering (932 | 7.9%), literature & languages (837 | 7.1%), and education (833 | 7.1%) are the most common fields of study among 11,785 individuals in Portsmouth who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Portsmouth
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics5374.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural7356.2%
Physical & Health Sciences4253.6%
Psychology5865.0%
Social Sciences1,1129.4%
Engineering9327.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies1521.3%
Science & Technology8156.9%
Business2,22818.9%
Education8337.1%
Literature & Languages8377.1%
Liberal Arts & History7576.4%
Visual & Performing Arts7376.2%
Communications7446.3%
Arts & Humanities3553.0%
Total11,785100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Portsmouth

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Portsmouth

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Portsmouth are males with 2 vehicles (3,694, accounting for 54.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,686, making up 61.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Portsmouth
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle214 (3.2%)193 (3.2%)
1 Vehicle1,324 (19.6%)1,635 (27.2%)
2 Vehicles3,694 (54.7%)2,686 (44.6%)
3 Vehicles1,239 (18.3%)1,089 (18.1%)
4 Vehicles217 (3.2%)281 (4.7%)
5 or more Vehicles70 (1.0%)139 (2.3%)
Total6,758 (100.0%)6,023 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Portsmouth

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Portsmouth are 10 to 14 minutes (2,236 commuters, 21.2%), 5 to 9 minutes (2,121 commuters, 20.1%), and 20 to 24 minutes (1,357 commuters, 12.9%).
Commute Time in Portsmouth
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes4374.2%
5 to 9 Minutes2,12120.1%
10 to 14 Minutes2,23621.2%
15 to 19 Minutes1,34412.8%
20 to 24 Minutes1,35712.9%
25 to 29 Minutes6516.2%
30 to 34 Minutes5595.3%
35 to 39 Minutes1881.8%
40 to 44 Minutes2122.0%
45 to 59 Minutes5134.9%
60 to 89 Minutes5094.8%
90 or more Minutes4073.9%

Commute Time by Sex in Portsmouth

The most common commute times in Portsmouth are 10 to 14 minutes (1,303 commuters, 24.2%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (1,119 commuters, 21.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Portsmouth
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes240 (4.4%)197 (3.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes1,002 (18.6%)1,119 (21.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes1,303 (24.2%)933 (18.1%)
15 to 19 Minutes535 (9.9%)809 (15.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes763 (14.2%)594 (11.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes376 (7.0%)275 (5.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes217 (4.0%)342 (6.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes38 (0.7%)150 (2.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes68 (1.3%)144 (2.8%)
45 to 59 Minutes336 (6.2%)177 (3.4%)
60 to 89 Minutes287 (5.3%)222 (4.3%)
90 or more Minutes225 (4.2%)182 (3.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Portsmouth

The most frequent times of departure to work in Portsmouth are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (866, 16.1%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (956, 18.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Portsmouth
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM110 (2.0%)162 (3.2%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM129 (2.4%)71 (1.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM406 (7.5%)154 (3.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM343 (6.4%)159 (3.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM530 (9.8%)537 (10.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM571 (10.6%)672 (13.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM866 (16.1%)583 (11.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM813 (15.1%)956 (18.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM631 (11.7%)396 (7.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM299 (5.6%)561 (10.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM113 (2.1%)165 (3.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM4 (0.1%)195 (3.8%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM306 (5.7%)313 (6.1%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM269 (5.0%)220 (4.3%)
Total5,390 (100.0%)5,144 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Portsmouth

Occupancy by Ownership in Portsmouth

Of the total 10,435 dwellings in Portsmouth, owner-occupied units account for 5,446 (52.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 4,989 (47.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Portsmouth
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units5,44652.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units4,98947.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units10,435100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Portsmouth

Occupancy by Household Size in Portsmouth
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household3,91937.6%
2-Person Household4,14339.7%
3-Person Household1,29812.4%
4+ Person Household1,07510.3%
Total Housing Units10,435100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Portsmouth

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Portsmouth
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,481 (37.8%)2,438 (62.2%)
2-Person Household2,431 (58.7%)1,712 (41.3%)
3-Person Household709 (54.6%)589 (45.4%)
4+ Person Household825 (76.7%)250 (23.3%)
Total Housing Units5,446 (52.2%)4,989 (47.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Portsmouth

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Portsmouth
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School81 (26.1%)230 (74.0%)
High School Diploma606 (42.1%)833 (57.9%)
College/Associate Degree886 (47.5%)979 (52.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher3,873 (56.8%)2,947 (43.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Portsmouth

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Portsmouth
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2,52824.2%
35 to 44 Years1,70016.3%
45 to 54 Years1,57715.1%
55 to 64 Years1,97318.9%
65 to 74 Years1,52414.6%
75 to 84 Years7997.7%
85 Years and Over3343.2%
Total10,435100.0%

Housing Finances in Portsmouth

Median Income by Occupancy in Portsmouth

Median Income by Occupancy in Portsmouth
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied5,446 (52.2%)$139,934
Renter-Occupied4,989 (47.8%)$72,727
Average10,435 (100.0%)$100,169

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Portsmouth

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Portsmouth
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000119 (2.2%)138 (2.8%)
$5,000 to $9,9997 (0.1%)67 (1.3%)
$10,000 to $14,99954 (1.0%)216 (4.3%)
$15,000 to $19,99943 (0.8%)239 (4.8%)
$20,000 to $24,999132 (2.4%)235 (4.7%)
$25,000 to $34,999114 (2.1%)244 (4.9%)
$35,000 to $49,999153 (2.8%)582 (11.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999506 (9.3%)929 (18.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999744 (13.7%)685 (13.7%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,146 (21.0%)1,022 (20.5%)
$150,000 or more2,428 (44.6%)632 (12.7%)
Total5,446 (100.0%)4,989 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Portsmouth

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Portsmouth
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3005 (0.1%)62 (1.2%)
$300 to $49959 (1.1%)185 (3.7%)
$500 to $799312 (5.7%)372 (7.5%)
$800 to $999387 (7.1%)48 (1.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499966 (17.7%)1,238 (24.8%)
$1,500 to $1,999725 (13.3%)1,724 (34.6%)
$2,000 to $2,499788 (14.5%)546 (10.9%)
$2,500 to $2,999572 (10.5%)348 (7.0%)
$3,000 or more1,632 (30.0%)388 (7.8%)
Total5,446 (100.0%)4,989 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Portsmouth

Housing Structures in Portsmouth

Housing Structures in Portsmouth
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached4,49043.0%
Single Unit, Attached7437.1%
2 Unit Apartments5645.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1,14511.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1,30112.5%
10 or more Apartments1,94018.6%
Mobile Home / Other2522.4%
Total10,435100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Portsmouth

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Portsmouth
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached3,971 (88.4%)519 (11.6%)
Single Unit, Attached484 (65.1%)259 (34.9%)
2 Unit Apartments96 (17.0%)468 (83.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments300 (26.2%)845 (73.8%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments156 (12.0%)1,145 (88.0%)
10 or more Apartments239 (12.3%)1,701 (87.7%)
Mobile Home / Other200 (79.4%)52 (20.6%)
Total5,446 (52.2%)4,989 (47.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Portsmouth

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Portsmouth
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)254 (5.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms267 (4.9%)1,791 (35.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,394 (25.6%)2,062 (41.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms2,046 (37.6%)720 (14.4%)
8 or more Rooms1,739 (31.9%)162 (3.3%)
Total5,446 (100.0%)4,989 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Portsmouth

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Portsmouth
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas3,122 (57.3%)2,343 (47.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas395 (7.2%)160 (3.2%)
Electricity196 (3.6%)1,505 (30.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene1,661 (30.5%)624 (12.5%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)21 (0.4%)
All other Fuels54 (1.0%)28 (0.6%)
No Fuel Used18 (0.3%)308 (6.2%)
Total5,446 (100.0%)4,989 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Portsmouth

Household Vehicle Usage in Portsmouth
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle43 (0.8%)585 (11.7%)
1 Vehicle1,448 (26.6%)2,676 (53.6%)
2 Vehicles3,011 (55.3%)1,350 (27.1%)
3 or more Vehicles944 (17.3%)378 (7.6%)
Total5,446 (100.0%)4,989 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Portsmouth

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Portsmouth

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,8603,586
Median Property Value$549,900$612,300
Median Household Income$101,569$1,907
Monthly Housing Costs$1,136$1,583
Real Estate Taxes$7,251$25

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Portsmouth

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Portsmouth
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00044 (2.4%)29 (0.8%)
$50,000 to $99,99922 (1.2%)58 (1.6%)
$100,000 to $299,999248 (13.3%)120 (3.4%)
$300,000 to $499,999516 (27.7%)1,045 (29.1%)
$500,000 to $749,999501 (26.9%)1,204 (33.6%)
$750,000 to $999,999355 (19.1%)742 (20.7%)
$1,000,000 or more174 (9.3%)388 (10.8%)
Total1,860 (100.0%)3,586 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Portsmouth

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Portsmouth
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00096 (5.2%)141 (3.9%)
$10,000 to $24,999137 (7.4%)30 (0.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99958 (3.1%)92 (2.6%)
$35,000 to $49,999105 (5.7%)56 (1.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999260 (14.0%)48 (1.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999242 (13.0%)246 (6.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999441 (23.7%)502 (14.0%)
$150,000 or more521 (28.0%)705 (19.7%)
Total1,860 (100.0%)3,586 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Portsmouth

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Portsmouth
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x183 (9.8%)159,000 (4,433.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x278 (14.9%)662 (18.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x236 (12.7%)733 (20.4%)
4.0x or more1,141 (61.3%)601 (16.8%)
Total1,860 (100.0%)3,586 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Portsmouth

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Portsmouth
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80013 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49953 (2.9%)19 (0.5%)
$800 to $1,4991,726 (92.8%)58 (1.6%)
Total1,860 (100.0%)3,586 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Portsmouth

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Portsmouth

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Portsmouth
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years1,026 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years2,352 (97.4%)64 (2.6%)
19 to 25 Years1,984 (97.4%)53 (2.6%)
26 to 34 Years2,867 (90.7%)293 (9.3%)
35 to 44 Years2,786 (94.6%)159 (5.4%)
45 to 54 Years2,553 (93.1%)189 (6.9%)
55 to 64 Years3,098 (96.4%)116 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years2,374 (98.7%)32 (1.3%)
75 Years and older1,773 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total20,813 (95.8%)906 (4.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Portsmouth

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Portsmouth
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born1,026 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen2,352 (97.4%)64 (2.6%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen1,984 (97.4%)53 (2.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Portsmouth

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Portsmouth
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,806 (99.1%)17 (0.9%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,581 (90.5%)165 (9.5%)
$50,000 to $74,9992,074 (93.9%)136 (6.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,456 (93.0%)186 (7.0%)
$100,000 and over12,780 (97.3%)357 (2.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Portsmouth

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Portsmouth
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6256 (24.9%)770 (75.0%)
6 to 18 Years355 (14.7%)2,077 (86.0%)
19 to 25 Years149 (7.3%)1,908 (93.7%)
25 to 34 Years230 (7.3%)2,673 (84.6%)
35 to 44 Years292 (9.9%)2,528 (85.8%)
45 to 54 Years211 (7.7%)2,393 (87.3%)
55 to 64 Years404 (12.6%)2,810 (87.4%)
65 to 74 Years2,293 (95.3%)1,626 (67.6%)
75 Years and over1,773 (100.0%)1,222 (68.9%)
Total5,963 (27.5%)18,007 (82.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Portsmouth

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Portsmouth
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years18 (1.5%)34 (2.8%)
18 to 34 Years266 (10.2%)190 (7.0%)
35 to 64 Years432 (9.5%)283 (6.5%)
65 to 74 Years247 (22.4%)320 (24.5%)
75 Years and over336 (45.5%)308 (29.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Portsmouth

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Portsmouth: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years18 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years96 (3.7%)10 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years181 (4.0%)21 (0.5%)
65 to 74 Years76 (6.9%)40 (3.1%)
75 Years and over185 (25.0%)96 (9.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Portsmouth: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)34 (2.8%)
18 to 34 Years53 (2.0%)38 (1.4%)
35 to 64 Years52 (1.1%)41 (0.9%)
65 to 74 Years14 (1.3%)27 (2.1%)
75 Years and over18 (2.4%)79 (7.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Portsmouth: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years18 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years97 (3.7%)92 (3.4%)
35 to 64 Years168 (3.7%)86 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years156 (14.2%)76 (5.8%)
75 Years and over78 (10.5%)58 (5.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Portsmouth: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years1 (0.0%)52 (1.9%)
35 to 64 Years82 (1.8%)142 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years188 (17.1%)189 (14.5%)
75 Years and over187 (25.3%)207 (20.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Portsmouth: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years1 (0.0%)12 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years28 (0.6%)6 (0.1%)
65 to 74 Years107 (9.7%)20 (1.5%)
75 Years and over95 (12.9%)88 (8.5%)

Technology Access in Portsmouth

Computing Device Access in Portsmouth

Computing Device Access in Portsmouth
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop9,25788.7%
Smartphone9,61392.1%
Tablet7,40170.9%
No Computing Device3763.6%
Total10,435100.0%

Internet Access in Portsmouth

Internet Access in Portsmouth
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home9,17587.9%
Cellular Data Only4694.5%
Satellite Internet460.4%
No Internet7347.0%
Total10,435100.0%

Portsmouth Summary

Portsmouth, New Hampshire is a city located in Rockingham County, in the southeastern corner of the state. It is the only city in the county and the fourth-largest city in the state. Portsmouth is situated along the Piscataqua River, which separates New Hampshire from Maine. The city is known for its rich history, vibrant economy, and diverse population.

Geography

Portsmouth is located in the southeastern corner of New Hampshire, on the Piscataqua River, which separates the state from Maine. The city is situated on a peninsula, with the Atlantic Ocean to the east and the Piscataqua River to the west. The city is bordered by the towns of Newington, Greenland, and Rye. The city covers an area of 16.3 square miles, with a population of 21,233 as of the 2010 census.

Climate

Portsmouth has a humid continental climate, with warm summers and cold winters. The average temperature in the summer is around 70°F, while the average temperature in the winter is around 25°F. The city receives an average of 43 inches of precipitation per year, with the most occurring in the summer months.

History

Portsmouth was first settled in 1630 by English colonists, who named it after the English port city of Portsmouth. The city was incorporated in 1653 and quickly became an important port city. During the American Revolution, Portsmouth was a major center of privateering and shipbuilding. In the 19th century, the city became a major center of industry, with the construction of the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in 1800. The city was also a major center of the Underground Railroad, with many escaped slaves finding refuge in the city.

Economy

Portsmouth is a major economic center in the region, with a diverse economy that includes manufacturing, healthcare, education, and tourism. The city is home to the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, which is the largest employer in the city. Other major employers include the University of New Hampshire, Portsmouth Regional Hospital, and the Pease International Tradeport. The city also has a thriving tourism industry, with many visitors coming to the city to explore its historic sites and attractions.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Portsmouth was 21,233. The city has a diverse population, with the largest ethnic groups being White (83.3%), African American (7.2%), Asian (4.3%), and Hispanic or Latino (2.7%). The median household income in the city is $63,945, and the median home value is $346,400.
Portsmouth is a vibrant city with a rich history, diverse economy, and diverse population. The city is home to many historic sites and attractions, as well as a thriving economy and a diverse population. The city is a great place to live, work, and visit, and is sure to continue to be a major economic and cultural center in the region for years to come.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Portsmouth?
Total Population of Portsmouth is 22,138.
What is the Total Male Population of Portsmouth?
Total Male Population of Portsmouth is 10,744.
What is the Total Female Population of Portsmouth?
Total Female Population of Portsmouth is 11,394.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Portsmouth?
There are 94.30 Males per 100 Females in Portsmouth.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Portsmouth?
There are 106.05 Females per 100 Males in Portsmouth.
What is the Median Population Age in Portsmouth?
Median Population Age in Portsmouth is 42.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Portsmouth
Average Family Size in Portsmouth is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Portsmouth
Average Household Size in Portsmouth is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Portsmouth?
Per Capita income in Portsmouth is $67,924.
What is the Median Family Income in Portsmouth?
Median Family Income in Portsmouth is $135,696.
What is the Median Household income in Portsmouth?
Median Household Income in Portsmouth is $100,169.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Portsmouth?
Income or Wage Gap in Portsmouth is 23.5%.
Women in Portsmouth earn 76.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Portsmouth?
Inequality or Gini Index in Portsmouth is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Portsmouth?
There are 13,191 People in the Labor Forcein in Portsmouth.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Portsmouth?
68.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Portsmouth.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Portsmouth?
Unemployment Rate in Portsmouth is 2.5%.