Minden, NV

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Minden Overview

3,140
TOTAL POPULATION
1,530
MALE POPULATION
1,610
FEMALE POPULATION
95.03
MALES / 100 FEMALES
105.23
FEMALES / 100 MALES
51.0
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$43,921
PER CAPITA INCOME
$105,833
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$87,778
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
32.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
67.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,491
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
0.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Minden Zip Codes

Minden Area Codes

Race in Minden

The most populous races in Minden are White / Caucasian (2,892 | 92.1%), Hispanic or Latino (263 | 8.4%), and Two or more Races (179 | 5.7%).
Race in Minden
Race# Population% Population
Asian682.2%
Black / African American10.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino2638.4%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian2,89292.1%
Two or more Races1795.7%
Some other Race00.0%
Total3,140100.0%

Ancestry in Minden

The most populous ancestries reported in Minden are English (528 | 16.8%), German (399 | 12.7%), Irish (325 | 10.3%), Mexican (217 | 6.9%), and Italian (186 | 5.9%), together accounting for 52.7% of all Minden residents.
Ancestry in Minden
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1795.7%
Armenian120.4%
Australian100.3%
Austrian240.8%
Basque100.3%
Belgian280.9%
Bhutanese140.4%
Blackfeet110.4%
Brazilian170.5%
British70.2%
Canadian80.3%
Central American160.5%
Cherokee110.4%
Croatian692.2%
Czechoslovakian20.1%
Danish170.5%
Dutch461.5%
English52816.8%
European782.5%
French1494.8%
French Canadian812.6%
German39912.7%
Greek220.7%
Honduran160.5%
Hungarian110.4%
Irish32510.3%
Israeli170.5%
Italian1865.9%
Korean1063.4%
Mexican2176.9%
Northern European180.6%
Norwegian872.8%
Polish481.5%
Portuguese170.5%
Puerto Rican301.0%
Russian150.5%
Scandinavian361.1%
Scotch-Irish471.5%
Scottish1645.2%
Serbian220.7%
Slovak20.1%
Swedish802.5%
Welsh1163.7%
Yugoslavian90.3%
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Immigrants in Minden

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Minden came from Canada (54 | 1.7%), Latin America (24 | 0.8%), Australia (19 | 0.6%), Oceania (19 | 0.6%), and Asia (17 | 0.5%), together accounting for 4.2% of all Minden residents.
Immigrants in Minden
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia170.5%
Australia190.6%
Brazil170.5%
Canada541.7%
Central America70.2%
Europe70.2%
Honduras40.1%
Israel170.5%
Latin America240.8%
Mexico30.1%
Northern Europe70.2%
Oceania190.6%
South America170.5%
Western Asia170.5%
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Sex and Age in Minden

Sex and Age in Minden

The most populous age groups in Minden are 45 to 49 Years (145 | 9.5%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (216 | 13.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Minden
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years101 (6.6%)124 (7.7%)
5 to 9 Years82 (5.4%)55 (3.4%)
10 to 14 Years18 (1.2%)25 (1.5%)
15 to 19 Years32 (2.1%)128 (8.0%)
20 to 24 Years38 (2.5%)51 (3.2%)
25 to 29 Years116 (7.6%)56 (3.5%)
30 to 34 Years77 (5.0%)113 (7.0%)
35 to 39 Years68 (4.4%)76 (4.7%)
40 to 44 Years66 (4.3%)59 (3.7%)
45 to 49 Years145 (9.5%)80 (5.0%)
50 to 54 Years88 (5.8%)117 (7.3%)
55 to 59 Years109 (7.1%)51 (3.2%)
60 to 64 Years134 (8.8%)216 (13.4%)
65 to 69 Years144 (9.4%)100 (6.2%)
70 to 74 Years115 (7.5%)131 (8.1%)
75 to 79 Years115 (7.5%)133 (8.3%)
80 to 84 Years37 (2.4%)66 (4.1%)
85 Years and over45 (2.9%)29 (1.8%)
Total1,530 (100.0%)1,610 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Minden

Median Family Size in Minden

The median family size in Minden is 2.78 persons per family, with single female/mother families (80 | 8.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.16 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (25 | 2.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.16 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Minden
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple815 (88.6%)2.76
Single Male/Father25 (2.7%)2.16
Single Female/Mother80 (8.7%)3.16
Total Families920 (100.0%)2.78

Median Household Size in Minden

The median household size in Minden is 2.37 persons per household, with single male/father households (25 | 1.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.76 persons per household. non-family households (384 | 29.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Minden
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple815 (62.5%)2.76
Single Male/Father25 (1.9%)3.76
Single Female/Mother80 (6.1%)3.63
Non-family384 (29.4%)1.20
Total Households1,304 (100.0%)2.37

Household Size by Marriage Status in Minden

Out of a total of 1,304 households in Minden, 920 (70.6%) are family households, while 384 (29.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 623, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 325.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Minden
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-325 (24.9%)
2-Person Households623 (47.8%)51 (3.9%)
3-Person Households89 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households170 (13.0%)8 (0.6%)
5-Person Households38 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total920 (70.6%)384 (29.4%)

Female Fertility in Minden

Fertility by Age in Minden

Average fertility rate in Minden is 24.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 68.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Minden
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years15 (100.0%)68.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total15 (100.0%)24.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Minden

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Minden
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Minden

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Minden
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree15 (100.0%)128.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total15 (100.0%)24.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Minden

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Minden
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Minden

Income Overview in Minden

Per Capita Income in Minden is $43,921, while median incomes of families and households are $105,833 and $87,778 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,140$43,921
Median Family Income920$105,833
Mean Family Income920$116,254
Median Household Income1,304$87,778
Mean Household Income1,304$99,603
Income Deficit920$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,14032.55%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,14067.45¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,1400.40

Earnings by Sex in Minden

Average Earnings in Minden are $34,425, $45,750 for men and $30,858 for women, a difference of 32.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Minden
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male812 (52.0%)$45,750
Female748 (47.9%)$30,858
Total1,560 (100.0%)$34,425

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Minden

The most common earnings brackets in Minden are $100,000+ for men (219 | 27.0%) and $100,000+ for women (143 | 19.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Minden
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less15 (1.8%)71 (9.5%)
$2,500 to $4,99952 (6.4%)59 (7.9%)
$5,000 to $7,49941 (5.1%)20 (2.7%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)12 (1.6%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)33 (4.4%)
$12,500 to $14,99930 (3.7%)14 (1.9%)
$15,000 to $17,49925 (3.1%)57 (7.6%)
$17,500 to $19,99938 (4.7%)15 (2.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49924 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99921 (2.6%)29 (3.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99949 (6.0%)41 (5.5%)
$30,000 to $34,99955 (6.8%)99 (13.2%)
$35,000 to $39,99933 (4.1%)9 (1.2%)
$40,000 to $44,99917 (2.1%)44 (5.9%)
$45,000 to $49,99926 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99925 (3.1%)16 (2.1%)
$55,000 to $64,99988 (10.8%)55 (7.3%)
$65,000 to $74,99927 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99927 (3.3%)31 (4.1%)
$100,000+219 (27.0%)143 (19.1%)
Total812 (100.0%)748 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Minden

Average earnings in Minden are $51,818 for men and $34,297 for women, a difference of 33.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $160,365, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $40,809. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $43,750, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $31,029.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Minden
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$40,809$40,972
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree$66,838$43,750
Graduate Degree$160,365$0
Total$51,818$34,297

Family Income in Minden

Family Income Brackets in Minden

According to the Minden family income data, there are 246 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.7% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Minden
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000141.5%
$10,000 to $14,999444.8%
$15,000 to $24,999131.4%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,999384.1%
$50,000 to $74,99919020.7%
$75,000 to $99,99914015.2%
$100,000 to $149,99924626.7%
$150,000 to $199,99911212.2%
$200,000+12313.4%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Minden

5-person families (29 | 3.2%) account for the highest median family income in Minden with $196,705 per family, while 2-person families (638 | 69.4%) have the highest median income of $49,554 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Minden
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families638 (69.4%)$99,107
3-Person Families112 (12.2%)$74,318
4-Person Families141 (15.3%)$116,007
5-Person Families29 (3.2%)$196,705
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total920 (100.0%)$105,833

Family Income by Number of Earners in Minden

The median family income in Minden is $105,833, with families comprising 3+ earners (56) having the highest median family income of $136,786, while families with no earners (247) have the lowest median family income of $95,583, accounting for 6.1% and 26.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Minden
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners247 (26.9%)$95,583
1 Earner270 (29.3%)$115,903
2 Earners347 (37.7%)$106,477
3+ Earners56 (6.1%)$136,786
Total920 (100.0%)$105,833

Household Income in Minden

Household Income Brackets in Minden

With 304 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Minden, accounting for 23.3% of all households. In contrast, only 44 households (3.4%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Minden
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000655.0%
$10,000 to $14,999443.4%
$15,000 to $24,999725.5%
$25,000 to $34,999463.5%
$35,000 to $49,9991048.0%
$50,000 to $74,99923518.0%
$75,000 to $99,99918113.9%
$100,000 to $149,99930423.3%
$150,000 to $199,9991209.2%
$200,000+13310.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Minden

The median household income in Minden is $87,778, with the highest median household income of $118,906 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 417 households (32.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 13 households (1.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Minden
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years13 (1.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years281 (21.5%)$87,986
45 to 64 Years417 (32.0%)$118,906
65+ Years593 (45.5%)$78,250
Total1,304 (100.0%)$87,778

Poverty in Minden

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Minden

With 8.3% poverty level for males and 10.3% for females among the residents of Minden, 55 to 64 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 67 males (27.6%) and 22 females (75.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Minden
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years9 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)22 (75.9%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)41 (36.9%)
25 to 34 Years18 (9.3%)12 (7.1%)
35 to 44 Years13 (10.6%)32 (24.2%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years67 (27.6%)24 (9.0%)
65 to 74 Years18 (7.0%)17 (7.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)17 (7.5%)
Total125 (8.3%)165 (10.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Minden

According to the poverty statistics in Minden, 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 Minden
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years92 (91.1%)124 (100.0%)
5 Years30 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years62 (100.0%)41 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years8 (100.0%)25 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)7 (24.1%)
16 and 17 Years32 (100.0%)39 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years26 (100.0%)70 (63.1%)
25 to 34 Years175 (90.7%)157 (92.9%)
35 to 44 Years110 (89.4%)100 (75.8%)
45 to 54 Years224 (100.0%)186 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years176 (72.4%)243 (91.0%)
65 to 74 Years241 (93.0%)214 (92.6%)
75 Years and over197 (100.0%)211 (92.5%)
Total1,373 (91.7%)1,431 (89.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Minden

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Minden show that 5.4% or 44 of the total 815 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 7.0%, comprising of 44 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Minden
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children582 (93.0%)44 (7.0%)
1 or 2 Children189 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total771 (94.6%)44 (5.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Minden

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Minden
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)14 (34.2%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)13 (33.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)27 (33.8%)

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

The poverty data for Minden shows that 44 of the married-couple family households (5.4%) and 27 of the single-parent households (25.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 44 households (7.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 household (27.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Minden
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children44 (7.0%)14 (27.5%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)13 (24.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total44 (5.4%)27 (25.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Minden

Employment by Class of Employer in Minden

Among the 1,435 employed individuals in Minden, private company employees (891 | 62.1%), local government employees (316 | 22.0%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (78 | 5.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Minden
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees89162.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)694.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)785.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations725.0%
Local Government Employees31622.0%
State Government Employees90.6%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,435100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Minden

According to the labor force statistics for Minden, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,706), 55.1% or 1,491 individuals are in the labor force, with 0.5% or 7 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 16 to 19 years, with 87.8% or 115 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 60 to 64 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 3.4% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Minden
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years115 (87.8%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years51 (57.3%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years137 (79.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years145 (76.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years210 (78.1%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years365 (84.9%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years90 (56.3%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years232 (66.3%)8 (3.4%)
65 to 74 Years125 (25.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over21 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,491 (55.1%)7 (0.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Minden

According to labor force statistics for Minden, 75.0% of individuals (1,178) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,571) are in the labor force, with 0.7% or 8 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 80.9% or 456 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 1.8% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Minden
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma274 (62.7%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree449 (79.2%)10 (1.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher456 (80.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,178 (75.0%)11 (0.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Minden

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Minden are Community & Social Service (236 | 15.9%), Education Instruction & Library (152 | 10.2%), Management (130 | 8.8%), Computers, Engineering & Science (130 | 8.8%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (54 | 3.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Minden

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Minden, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Legal Services & Support (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (90.5%), and Health Technologists (90.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Minden
OccupationMaleFemale
Management68 (52.3%)62 (47.7%)
Business & Financial10 (22.7%)34 (77.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science68 (52.3%)62 (47.7%)
Computers & Mathematics31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering37 (82.2%)8 (17.8%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)54 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 95 (40.3%)141 (59.8%)
Education, Arts & Media24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library34 (22.4%)118 (77.6%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment26 (53.1%)23 (46.9%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating2 (9.5%)19 (90.5%)
Health Technologists2 (9.5%)19 (90.5%)
Total (Category)243 (43.3%)318 (56.7%)
Total (Overall)771 (52.0%)712 (48.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Minden are Food Preparation & Serving (143 | 9.6%), Security & Protection (57 | 3.8%), Firefighting & Prevention (50 | 3.4%), Personal Care & Service (15 | 1.0%), and Law Enforcement (7 | 0.5%).
Services Occupations in Minden

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Minden, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (86.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Minden
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving19 (13.3%)124 (86.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Total (Category)76 (35.3%)139 (64.6%)
Total (Overall)771 (52.0%)712 (48.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Minden are Office & Administration (182 | 12.3%), and Sales & Related (153 | 10.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Minden

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Minden
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related133 (86.9%)20 (13.1%)
Office & Administration31 (17.0%)151 (83.0%)
Total (Category)164 (49.0%)171 (51.0%)
Total (Overall)771 (52.0%)712 (48.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Minden are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (40 | 2.7%), and Construction & Extraction (14 | 0.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Minden

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Minden
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)771 (52.0%)712 (48.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Minden are Material Moving (144 | 9.7%), Production (110 | 7.4%), and Transportation (64 | 4.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Minden

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Minden
OccupationMaleFemale
Production56 (50.9%)54 (49.1%)
Transportation51 (79.7%)13 (20.3%)
Material Moving127 (88.2%)17 (11.8%)
Total (Category)234 (73.6%)84 (26.4%)
Total (Overall)771 (52.0%)712 (48.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Minden

Employment Industries in Minden

The major employment industries in Minden include Retail Trade (258 | 17.4%), Manufacturing (220 | 14.8%), Educational Services (191 | 12.9%), Accommodation & Food Services (169 | 11.4%), and Public Administration (110 | 7.4%).
Employment Industries in Minden

Employment Industries by Sex in Minden

The Minden industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (84.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Utilities (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Minden
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction37 (82.2%)8 (17.8%)
Manufacturing88 (40.0%)132 (60.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade215 (83.3%)43 (16.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)54 (100.0%)
Information42 (76.4%)13 (23.6%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing6 (42.9%)8 (57.1%)
Professional & Scientific41 (80.4%)10 (19.6%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support48 (84.2%)9 (15.8%)
Educational Services51 (26.7%)140 (73.3%)
Health Care & Social Assistance36 (37.5%)60 (62.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services27 (16.0%)142 (84.0%)
Public Administration87 (79.1%)23 (20.9%)
Total771 (52.0%)712 (48.0%)

Education in Minden

School Enrollment in Minden

The most common levels of schooling among the 380 students in Minden are high school (119 | 31.3%), elementary school (93 | 24.5%), and college / undergraduate (72 | 19.0%).
School Enrollment in Minden
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool92.4%
Kindergarten4411.6%
Elementary School9324.5%
Middle School4311.3%
High School11931.3%
College / Undergraduate7219.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total380100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Minden

Out of a total of 380 students who are enrolled in schools in Minden, 51 (13.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 329 (86.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 11 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 9 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Minden
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old130 (94.9%)7 (5.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds25 (58.1%)18 (41.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds100 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
35 Years and over14 (48.3%)15 (51.7%)
Total329 (86.6%)51 (13.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Minden

Business (211 | 22.6%), education (167 | 17.9%), engineering (124 | 13.3%), liberal arts & history (96 | 10.3%), and science & technology (70 | 7.5%) are the most common fields of study among 932 individuals in Minden who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Minden
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics242.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural202.1%
Physical & Health Sciences101.1%
Psychology272.9%
Social Sciences303.2%
Engineering12413.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies121.3%
Science & Technology707.5%
Business21122.6%
Education16717.9%
Literature & Languages283.0%
Liberal Arts & History9610.3%
Visual & Performing Arts252.7%
Communications464.9%
Arts & Humanities424.5%
Total932100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Minden

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Minden

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Minden are males with 2 vehicles (362, accounting for 49.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (287, making up 51.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Minden
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle86 (11.7%)138 (19.7%)
2 Vehicles362 (49.2%)287 (41.1%)
3 Vehicles186 (25.3%)180 (25.8%)
4 Vehicles7 (0.9%)19 (2.7%)
5 or more Vehicles95 (12.9%)75 (10.7%)
Total736 (100.0%)699 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Minden

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Minden are 5 to 9 minutes (351 commuters, 26.9%), less than 5 minutes (177 commuters, 13.6%), and 15 to 19 minutes (176 commuters, 13.5%).
Commute Time in Minden
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes17713.6%
5 to 9 Minutes35126.9%
10 to 14 Minutes16512.6%
15 to 19 Minutes17613.5%
20 to 24 Minutes14511.1%
25 to 29 Minutes826.3%
30 to 34 Minutes1017.7%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes131.0%
45 to 59 Minutes443.4%
60 to 89 Minutes524.0%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Minden

The most common commute times in Minden are 5 to 9 minutes (178 commuters, 25.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (173 commuters, 28.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Minden
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes83 (11.8%)94 (15.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes178 (25.4%)173 (28.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes59 (8.4%)106 (17.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes116 (16.5%)60 (9.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes107 (15.2%)38 (6.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes41 (5.8%)41 (6.8%)
30 to 34 Minutes22 (3.1%)79 (13.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)13 (2.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes44 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes52 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Minden

The most frequent times of departure to work in Minden are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (195, 27.8%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (118, 19.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Minden
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM29 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM40 (5.7%)44 (7.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM105 (15.0%)29 (4.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM54 (7.7%)97 (16.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM82 (11.7%)81 (13.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM47 (6.7%)64 (10.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM54 (7.7%)118 (19.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM30 (4.3%)27 (4.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM29 (4.1%)102 (16.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM16 (2.3%)14 (2.3%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM10 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM195 (27.8%)9 (1.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM11 (1.6%)19 (3.2%)
Total702 (100.0%)604 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Minden

Occupancy by Ownership in Minden

Of the total 1,304 dwellings in Minden, owner-occupied units account for 947 (72.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 357 (27.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Minden
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units94772.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units35727.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,304100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Minden

Occupancy by Household Size in Minden
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household32524.9%
2-Person Household67451.7%
3-Person Household896.8%
4+ Person Household21616.6%
Total Housing Units1,304100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Minden

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Minden
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household212 (65.2%)113 (34.8%)
2-Person Household508 (75.4%)166 (24.6%)
3-Person Household45 (50.6%)44 (49.4%)
4+ Person Household182 (84.3%)34 (15.7%)
Total Housing Units947 (72.6%)357 (27.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Minden

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Minden
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma144 (72.0%)56 (28.0%)
College/Associate Degree305 (60.3%)201 (39.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher482 (82.8%)100 (17.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Minden

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Minden
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years16512.7%
35 to 44 Years1299.9%
45 to 54 Years18013.8%
55 to 64 Years23718.2%
65 to 74 Years32324.8%
75 to 84 Years21516.5%
85 Years and Over554.2%
Total1,304100.0%

Housing Finances in Minden

Median Income by Occupancy in Minden

Median Income by Occupancy in Minden
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied947 (72.6%)$108,523
Renter-Occupied357 (27.4%)$53,264
Average1,304 (100.0%)$87,778

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Minden

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Minden
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00014 (1.5%)34 (9.5%)
$5,000 to $9,99917 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99930 (3.2%)14 (3.9%)
$15,000 to $19,99940 (4.2%)17 (4.8%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)15 (4.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99946 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99964 (6.8%)40 (11.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99953 (5.6%)182 (51.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999161 (17.0%)20 (5.6%)
$100,000 to $149,999277 (29.2%)27 (7.6%)
$150,000 or more245 (25.9%)8 (2.2%)
Total947 (100.0%)357 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Minden

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Minden
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30010 (1.1%)34 (9.5%)
$300 to $499194 (20.5%)26 (7.3%)
$500 to $799229 (24.2%)9 (2.5%)
$800 to $99934 (3.6%)30 (8.4%)
$1,000 to $1,49993 (9.8%)74 (20.7%)
$1,500 to $1,99971 (7.5%)57 (16.0%)
$2,000 to $2,499130 (13.7%)127 (35.6%)
$2,500 to $2,99982 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more104 (11.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total947 (100.0%)357 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Minden

Housing Structures in Minden

Housing Structures in Minden
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,12586.3%
Single Unit, Attached403.1%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1098.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments302.3%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total1,304100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Minden

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Minden
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached907 (80.6%)218 (19.4%)
Single Unit, Attached40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)109 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total947 (72.6%)357 (27.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Minden

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Minden
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)34 (9.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms8 (0.8%)29 (8.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms306 (32.3%)202 (56.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms456 (48.1%)88 (24.6%)
8 or more Rooms177 (18.7%)4 (1.1%)
Total947 (100.0%)357 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Minden

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Minden
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas802 (84.7%)275 (77.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas8 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity87 (9.2%)82 (23.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene17 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels33 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total947 (100.0%)357 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Minden

Household Vehicle Usage in Minden
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)48 (13.5%)
1 Vehicle191 (20.2%)150 (42.0%)
2 Vehicles553 (58.4%)126 (35.3%)
3 or more Vehicles203 (21.4%)33 (9.2%)
Total947 (100.0%)357 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Minden

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Minden

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units450497
Median Property Value$470,200$484,200
Median Household Income$93,864$196
Monthly Housing Costs$533$104
Real Estate Taxes$3,021$16

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Minden

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Minden
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)18 (3.6%)
$100,000 to $299,99927 (6.0%)12 (2.4%)
$300,000 to $499,999243 (54.0%)246 (49.5%)
$500,000 to $749,999137 (30.4%)173 (34.8%)
$750,000 to $999,99931 (6.9%)31 (6.2%)
$1,000,000 or more12 (2.7%)17 (3.4%)
Total450 (100.0%)497 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Minden

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Minden
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00031 (6.9%)5 (1.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99931 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99946 (10.2%)39 (7.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99940 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99921 (4.7%)24 (4.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999110 (24.4%)32 (6.4%)
$100,000 to $149,999122 (27.1%)51 (10.3%)
$150,000 or more49 (10.9%)155 (31.2%)
Total450 (100.0%)497 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Minden

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Minden
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x15 (3.3%)125,625 (25,276.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x50 (11.1%)44 (8.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x52 (11.6%)44 (8.8%)
4.0x or more319 (70.9%)128 (25.8%)
Total450 (100.0%)497 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Minden

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Minden
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49922 (4.9%)27 (5.4%)
$800 to $1,499418 (92.9%)52 (10.5%)
Total450 (100.0%)497 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Minden

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Minden

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Minden
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years255 (94.8%)14 (5.2%)
6 to 18 Years274 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years190 (93.6%)13 (6.4%)
26 to 34 Years258 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years223 (87.5%)32 (12.6%)
45 to 54 Years410 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years437 (85.7%)73 (14.3%)
65 to 74 Years490 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older425 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,962 (95.7%)132 (4.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Minden

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Minden
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born255 (94.8%)14 (5.2%)
Foreign Born, Citizen274 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen190 (93.6%)13 (6.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Minden

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Minden
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000278 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999289 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999440 (86.1%)71 (13.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999458 (97.0%)14 (3.0%)
$100,000 and over1,497 (97.0%)47 (3.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Minden

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Minden
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 632 (11.9%)232 (86.3%)
6 to 18 Years38 (13.9%)236 (86.1%)
19 to 25 Years49 (24.1%)166 (81.8%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)258 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years27 (10.6%)196 (76.9%)
45 to 54 Years129 (31.5%)398 (97.1%)
55 to 64 Years37 (7.2%)400 (78.4%)
65 to 74 Years490 (100.0%)255 (52.0%)
75 Years and over425 (100.0%)273 (64.2%)
Total1,227 (39.7%)2,414 (78.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Minden

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Minden
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years25 (18.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years26 (11.9%)36 (12.9%)
35 to 64 Years37 (6.3%)113 (19.3%)
65 to 74 Years16 (6.2%)92 (39.8%)
75 Years and over117 (59.4%)101 (44.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Minden

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Minden: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years30 (5.1%)62 (10.6%)
65 to 74 Years6 (2.3%)12 (5.2%)
75 Years and over52 (26.4%)51 (22.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Minden: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years13 (2.2%)51 (8.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)41 (17.7%)
75 Years and over23 (11.7%)43 (18.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Minden: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years25 (18.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years26 (11.9%)27 (9.6%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)34 (5.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Minden: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)34 (5.8%)
65 to 74 Years10 (3.9%)54 (23.4%)
75 Years and over70 (35.5%)76 (33.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Minden: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years7 (1.2%)34 (5.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over15 (7.6%)22 (9.7%)

Technology Access in Minden

Computing Device Access in Minden

Computing Device Access in Minden
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,14487.7%
Smartphone1,08883.4%
Tablet93972.0%
No Computing Device554.2%
Total1,304100.0%

Internet Access in Minden

Internet Access in Minden
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet80.6%
Broadband Home1,06281.4%
Cellular Data Only1128.6%
Satellite Internet1239.4%
No Internet796.1%
Total1,304100.0%

Minden Summary

History

The town of Minden, Nevada is located in Douglas County, in the western part of the state. It was founded in 1906 by German immigrants, who named it after the city of Minden in Germany. The town was originally a farming community, and the first settlers grew wheat, barley, and alfalfa. The town was incorporated in 1908, and the first mayor was John F. Stein.
The town grew slowly, but steadily, and by the 1920s, it had become a popular tourist destination. The town was known for its beautiful scenery, and it was a popular spot for fishing, hunting, and camping. The town also had a thriving business district, with several stores, restaurants, and hotels.
In the 1950s, the town began to experience a population boom, as people moved to the area to take advantage of the booming economy. The town was also home to several large businesses, including a lumber mill, a dairy, and a cannery.

Geography

Minden is located in the Carson Valley, in the western part of Nevada. It is situated at the base of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, and is surrounded by the Carson River. The town is located at an elevation of 4,890 feet, and has a total area of 4.2 square miles.
The climate in Minden is semi-arid, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is 54 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average annual precipitation is 8.5 inches.

Economy

The economy of Minden is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several large farms, which produce a variety of crops, including wheat, barley, alfalfa, and hay. The town is also home to several wineries, which produce a variety of wines.
The town is also a popular tourist destination, and is home to several hotels, restaurants, and shops. The town is also home to several museums, including the Carson Valley Museum and the Nevada State Railroad Museum.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Minden was 2,836. The racial makeup of the town was 91.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 4.2% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.3% of the population.
The median income for a household in Minden was $45,938, and the median income for a family was $50,938. The per capita income for the town was $21,938. About 8.3% of families and 10.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.3% of those under age 18 and 5.3% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Minden?
Total Population of Minden is 3,140.
What is the Total Male Population of Minden?
Total Male Population of Minden is 1,530.
What is the Total Female Population of Minden?
Total Female Population of Minden is 1,610.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Minden?
There are 95.03 Males per 100 Females in Minden.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Minden?
There are 105.23 Females per 100 Males in Minden.
What is the Median Population Age in Minden?
Median Population Age in Minden is 51.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Minden
Average Family Size in Minden is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Minden
Average Household Size in Minden is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Minden?
Per Capita income in Minden is $43,921.
What is the Median Family Income in Minden?
Median Family Income in Minden is $105,833.
What is the Median Household income in Minden?
Median Household Income in Minden is $87,778.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Minden?
Income or Wage Gap in Minden is 32.6%.
Women in Minden earn 67.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Minden?
Inequality or Gini Index in Minden is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Minden?
There are 1,491 People in the Labor Forcein in Minden.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Minden?
55.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Minden.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Minden?
Unemployment Rate in Minden is 0.5%.