Homer, NY

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Homer Overview

3,170
TOTAL POPULATION
1,441
MALE POPULATION
1,729
FEMALE POPULATION
83.34
MALES / 100 FEMALES
119.99
FEMALES / 100 MALES
50.2
MEDIAN AGE
2.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$39,627
PER CAPITA INCOME
$80,192
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$65,905
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
6.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
93.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.39
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,828
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
69.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Homer Zip Codes

Homer Area Codes

Race in Homer

The most populous races in Homer are White / Caucasian (2,952 | 93.1%), Asian (177 | 5.6%), and Two or more Races (32 | 1.0%).
Race in Homer
Race# Population% Population
Asian1775.6%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino180.6%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian2,95293.1%
Two or more Races321.0%
Some other Race90.3%
Total3,170100.0%

Ancestry in Homer

The most populous ancestries reported in Homer are English (881 | 27.8%), German (748 | 23.6%), Irish (478 | 15.1%), Italian (311 | 9.8%), and American (178 | 5.6%), together accounting for 81.9% of all Homer residents.
Ancestry in Homer
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1785.6%
Blackfeet70.2%
British682.1%
Canadian100.3%
Czech130.4%
Dominican110.4%
Dutch712.2%
English88127.8%
French461.5%
French Canadian270.9%
German74823.6%
Hungarian270.9%
Indian (Asian)1484.7%
Irish47815.1%
Italian3119.8%
Lithuanian190.6%
Norwegian331.0%
Polish632.0%
Puerto Rican30.1%
Scandinavian90.3%
Scotch-Irish932.9%
Scottish872.7%
Slavic70.2%
Slovak50.2%
Swedish722.3%
Swiss210.7%
Thai290.9%
Ukrainian210.7%
Welsh421.3%
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Immigrants in Homer

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Homer came from Asia (74 | 2.3%), China (45 | 1.4%), Eastern Asia (45 | 1.4%), South Central Asia (29 | 0.9%), and Bangladesh (16 | 0.5%), together accounting for 6.6% of all Homer residents.
Immigrants in Homer
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia742.3%
Bangladesh160.5%
Canada100.3%
China451.4%
Eastern Asia451.4%
Europe80.3%
India130.4%
Northern Europe80.3%
South Central Asia290.9%
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Sex and Age in Homer

Sex and Age in Homer

The most populous age groups in Homer are 55 to 59 Years (151 | 10.5%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (194 | 11.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Homer
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years70 (4.9%)76 (4.4%)
5 to 9 Years100 (6.9%)78 (4.5%)
10 to 14 Years50 (3.5%)118 (6.8%)
15 to 19 Years41 (2.9%)97 (5.6%)
20 to 24 Years17 (1.2%)86 (5.0%)
25 to 29 Years54 (3.7%)69 (4.0%)
30 to 34 Years122 (8.5%)65 (3.8%)
35 to 39 Years70 (4.9%)50 (2.9%)
40 to 44 Years89 (6.2%)102 (5.9%)
45 to 49 Years122 (8.5%)100 (5.8%)
50 to 54 Years81 (5.6%)121 (7.0%)
55 to 59 Years151 (10.5%)194 (11.2%)
60 to 64 Years129 (8.9%)55 (3.2%)
65 to 69 Years50 (3.5%)114 (6.6%)
70 to 74 Years104 (7.2%)151 (8.7%)
75 to 79 Years143 (9.9%)108 (6.2%)
80 to 84 Years32 (2.2%)29 (1.7%)
85 Years and over16 (1.1%)116 (6.7%)
Total1,441 (100.0%)1,729 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Homer

Median Family Size in Homer

The median family size in Homer is 2.62 persons per family, with married-couple families (722 | 76.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.85 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (197 | 20.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.82 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Homer
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple722 (76.3%)2.85
Single Male/Father27 (2.9%)2.26
Single Female/Mother197 (20.8%)1.82
Total Families946 (100.0%)2.62

Median Household Size in Homer

The median household size in Homer is 2.05 persons per household, with single male/father households (27 | 1.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.15 persons per household. non-family households (590 | 38.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.05 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Homer
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple722 (47.0%)2.85
Single Male/Father27 (1.8%)3.15
Single Female/Mother197 (12.8%)1.97
Non-family590 (38.4%)1.05
Total Households1,536 (100.0%)2.05

Household Size by Marriage Status in Homer

Out of a total of 1,536 households in Homer, 946 (61.6%) are family households, while 590 (38.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 548, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 561.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Homer
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-561 (36.5%)
2-Person Households548 (35.7%)26 (1.7%)
3-Person Households180 (11.7%)3 (0.2%)
4-Person Households184 (12.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households16 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households18 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total946 (61.6%)590 (38.4%)

Female Fertility in Homer

Fertility by Age in Homer

Average fertility rate in Homer is 89.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 186.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Homer
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years54 (100.0%)186.0
Total54 (100.0%)89.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Homer

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Homer
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Homer

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Homer
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 Degree41 (75.9%)291.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree13 (24.1%)224.0
Total54 (100.0%)89.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Homer

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Homer
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Homer

Income Overview in Homer

Per Capita Income in Homer is $39,627, while median incomes of families and households are $80,192 and $65,905 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,170$39,627
Median Family Income946$80,192
Mean Family Income946$101,766
Median Household Income1,536$65,905
Mean Household Income1,536$83,540
Income Deficit946$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,1706.63%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,17093.37¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,1700.39

Earnings by Sex in Homer

Average Earnings in Homer are $42,197, $43,512 for men and $40,625 for women, a difference of 6.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Homer
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male905 (48.7%)$43,512
Female953 (51.3%)$40,625
Total1,858 (100.0%)$42,197

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Homer

The most common earnings brackets in Homer are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (127 | 14.0%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (102 | 10.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Homer
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)79 (8.3%)
$2,500 to $4,99920 (2.2%)45 (4.7%)
$5,000 to $7,49931 (3.4%)49 (5.1%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)6 (0.6%)
$10,000 to $12,49937 (4.1%)44 (4.6%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)8 (0.8%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)6 (0.6%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)43 (4.5%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)25 (2.6%)
$22,500 to $24,999108 (11.9%)23 (2.4%)
$25,000 to $29,99984 (9.3%)48 (5.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99918 (2.0%)56 (5.9%)
$35,000 to $39,99980 (8.8%)32 (3.4%)
$40,000 to $44,999112 (12.4%)102 (10.7%)
$45,000 to $49,99988 (9.7%)44 (4.6%)
$50,000 to $54,9999 (1.0%)43 (4.5%)
$55,000 to $64,999127 (14.0%)56 (5.9%)
$65,000 to $74,99938 (4.2%)73 (7.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999107 (11.8%)79 (8.3%)
$100,000+46 (5.1%)92 (9.7%)
Total905 (100.0%)953 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Homer

Average earnings in Homer are $44,266 for men and $43,606 for women, a difference of 1.5%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $66,141, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $42,985. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $66,827, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $25,893.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Homer
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$44,286$25,893
College or Associate's Degree$42,985$37,845
Bachelor's Degree$66,141$62,054
Graduate Degree--
Total$44,266$43,606

Family Income in Homer

Family Income Brackets in Homer

According to the Homer family income data, there are 241 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.5% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Homer
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999111.2%
$25,000 to $34,999202.1%
$35,000 to $49,99915316.2%
$50,000 to $74,99924125.5%
$75,000 to $99,99915616.5%
$100,000 to $149,99919020.1%
$150,000 to $199,99911211.8%
$200,000+636.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Homer

4-person families (169 | 17.9%) account for the highest median family income in Homer with $100,855 per family, while 2-person families (573 | 60.6%) have the highest median income of $41,264 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Homer
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families573 (60.6%)$82,527
3-Person Families170 (18.0%)$68,750
4-Person Families169 (17.9%)$100,855
5-Person Families16 (1.7%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families18 (1.9%)$0
Total946 (100.0%)$80,192

Family Income by Number of Earners in Homer

The median family income in Homer is $80,192, with families comprising 3+ earners (55) having the highest median family income of $168,618, while families with no earners (136) have the lowest median family income of $54,028, accounting for 5.8% and 14.4% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Homer
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners136 (14.4%)$54,028
1 Earner204 (21.6%)$60,714
2 Earners551 (58.3%)$84,313
3+ Earners55 (5.8%)$168,618
Total946 (100.0%)$80,192

Household Income in Homer

Household Income Brackets in Homer

With 366 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Homer, accounting for 23.8% of all households. In contrast, only 22 households (1.4%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Homer
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000221.4%
$10,000 to $14,999372.4%
$15,000 to $24,99918612.1%
$25,000 to $34,999885.7%
$35,000 to $49,99919712.8%
$50,000 to $74,99936623.8%
$75,000 to $99,99918612.1%
$100,000 to $149,99923715.4%
$150,000 to $199,9991409.1%
$200,000+785.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Homer

The median household income in Homer is $65,905, with the highest median household income of $83,205 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 556 households (36.2%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Homer
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years332 (21.6%)$67,500
45 to 64 Years556 (36.2%)$83,205
65+ Years648 (42.2%)$50,119
Total1,536 (100.0%)$65,905

Poverty in Homer

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Homer

With 3.7% poverty level for males and 1.3% for females among the residents of Homer, 25 to 34 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 37 males (21.0%) and 14 females (5.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Homer
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years37 (21.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years6 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years6 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years4 (2.6%)8 (3.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)14 (5.5%)
Total53 (3.7%)22 (1.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Homer

According to the poverty statistics in Homer, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Homer
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years70 (100.0%)76 (100.0%)
5 Years19 (100.0%)22 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years102 (100.0%)123 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years29 (100.0%)51 (100.0%)
15 Years13 (100.0%)19 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years11 (100.0%)78 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years34 (100.0%)86 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years139 (79.0%)134 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years153 (96.2%)152 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years197 (97.0%)221 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years280 (100.0%)249 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years150 (97.4%)257 (97.0%)
75 Years and over191 (100.0%)239 (94.5%)
Total1,388 (96.3%)1,707 (98.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Homer

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Homer
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children417 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children282 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total722 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Homer

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Homer
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

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

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

Employment Characteristics in Homer

Employment by Class of Employer in Homer

Among the 1,751 employed individuals in Homer, private company employees (754 | 43.1%), state government employees (251 | 14.3%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (225 | 12.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Homer
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees75443.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1196.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)22512.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations20311.6%
Local Government Employees18810.7%
State Government Employees25114.3%
Federal Government Employees110.6%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,751100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Homer

According to the labor force statistics for Homer, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,646), 69.1% or 1,828 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.0% or 37 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 123 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 24.7% or 20 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Homer
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years56 (52.8%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years81 (78.6%)20 (24.7%)
25 to 29 Years123 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years184 (98.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years300 (96.5%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years400 (94.3%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years325 (94.2%)4 (1.2%)
60 to 64 Years149 (81.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years211 (50.4%)13 (6.2%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,828 (69.1%)37 (2.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Homer

According to labor force statistics for Homer, 94.1% of individuals (1,481) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,574) are in the labor force, with 0.3% or 4 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 95.4% or 309 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 0.8% or 4 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Homer
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School35 (77.8%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma309 (95.4%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree504 (93.5%)4 (0.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher633 (95.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,481 (94.1%)5 (0.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Homer

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Homer are Community & Social Service (326 | 18.2%), Education Instruction & Library (224 | 12.5%), Management (197 | 11.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (168 | 9.4%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (154 | 8.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Homer

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Homer, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (93.4%), and Business & Financial (81.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (84.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Homer
OccupationMaleFemale
Management111 (56.4%)86 (43.6%)
Business & Financial78 (81.2%)18 (18.8%)
Computers, Engineering & Science93 (60.4%)61 (39.6%)
Computers & Mathematics36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering57 (93.4%)4 (6.6%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)57 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 116 (35.6%)210 (64.4%)
Education, Arts & Media32 (65.3%)17 (34.7%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library75 (33.5%)149 (66.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment9 (22.5%)31 (77.5%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating26 (15.5%)142 (84.5%)
Health Technologists20 (16.4%)102 (83.6%)
Total (Category)424 (45.1%)517 (54.9%)
Total (Overall)897 (50.1%)895 (49.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Homer are Food Preparation & Serving (124 | 6.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (76 | 4.2%), Healthcare Support (28 | 1.6%), Security & Protection (27 | 1.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (14 | 0.8%).
Services Occupations in Homer

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Homer, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Security & Protection (48.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Homer
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Security & Protection13 (48.1%)14 (51.8%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Law Enforcement13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving2 (1.6%)122 (98.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Total (Category)91 (34.9%)170 (65.1%)
Total (Overall)897 (50.1%)895 (49.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Homer are Sales & Related (188 | 10.5%), and Office & Administration (135 | 7.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Homer

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Homer
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related109 (58.0%)79 (42.0%)
Office & Administration42 (31.1%)93 (68.9%)
Total (Category)151 (46.8%)172 (53.2%)
Total (Overall)897 (50.1%)895 (49.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Homer are Construction & Extraction (144 | 8.0%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (26 | 1.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Homer

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Homer
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction144 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)170 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)897 (50.1%)895 (49.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Homer are Production (70 | 3.9%), Material Moving (21 | 1.2%), and Transportation (6 | 0.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Homer

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Homer
OccupationMaleFemale
Production34 (48.6%)36 (51.4%)
Transportation6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)61 (62.9%)36 (37.1%)
Total (Overall)897 (50.1%)895 (49.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Homer

Employment Industries in Homer

The major employment industries in Homer include Educational Services (432 | 24.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (284 | 15.9%), Retail Trade (193 | 10.8%), Manufacturing (158 | 8.8%), and Construction (155 | 8.6%).
Employment Industries in Homer

Employment Industries by Sex in Homer

The Homer industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Information (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (87.3%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (83.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Homer
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction155 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing89 (56.3%)69 (43.7%)
Wholesale Trade44 (84.6%)8 (15.4%)
Retail Trade142 (73.6%)51 (26.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance45 (66.2%)23 (33.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific83 (64.8%)45 (35.2%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support18 (54.5%)15 (45.5%)
Educational Services175 (40.5%)257 (59.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance48 (16.9%)236 (83.1%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation30 (66.7%)15 (33.3%)
Accommodation & Food Services18 (12.7%)124 (87.3%)
Public Administration31 (63.3%)18 (36.7%)
Total897 (50.1%)895 (49.9%)

Education in Homer

School Enrollment in Homer

The most common levels of schooling among the 644 students in Homer are high school (145 | 22.5%), elementary school (135 | 21.0%), and middle school (123 | 19.1%).
School Enrollment in Homer
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool314.8%
Kindergarten609.3%
Elementary School13521.0%
Middle School12319.1%
High School14522.5%
College / Undergraduate11317.5%
Graduate / Professional375.8%
Total644100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Homer

Out of a total of 644 students who are enrolled in schools in Homer, 49 (7.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 595 (92.4%) 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 12 (44.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 168 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Homer
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds15 (55.6%)12 (44.4%)
5 to 9 Year Old154 (86.5%)24 (13.5%)
10 to 14 Year Olds168 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds121 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds37 (74.0%)13 (26.0%)
35 Years and over46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total595 (92.4%)49 (7.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Homer

Education (265 | 25.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (127 | 12.4%), literature & languages (107 | 10.4%), psychology (85 | 8.3%), and visual & performing arts (66 | 6.4%) are the most common fields of study among 1,026 individuals in Homer who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Homer
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics40.4%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural12712.4%
Physical & Health Sciences101.0%
Psychology858.3%
Social Sciences545.3%
Engineering615.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies232.2%
Science & Technology575.6%
Business454.4%
Education26525.8%
Literature & Languages10710.4%
Liberal Arts & History282.7%
Visual & Performing Arts666.4%
Communications383.7%
Arts & Humanities565.5%
Total1,026100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Homer

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Homer

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Homer are males with 2 vehicles (498, accounting for 56.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (491, making up 56.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Homer
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle62 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle97 (11.1%)192 (21.9%)
2 Vehicles498 (56.9%)491 (56.1%)
3 Vehicles156 (17.8%)103 (11.8%)
4 Vehicles63 (7.2%)89 (10.2%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total876 (100.0%)875 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Homer

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Homer are 15 to 19 minutes (324 commuters, 20.0%), 20 to 24 minutes (232 commuters, 14.3%), and 10 to 14 minutes (214 commuters, 13.2%).
Commute Time in Homer
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1459.0%
5 to 9 Minutes20912.9%
10 to 14 Minutes21413.2%
15 to 19 Minutes32420.0%
20 to 24 Minutes23214.3%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes17911.1%
35 to 39 Minutes211.3%
40 to 44 Minutes513.2%
45 to 59 Minutes17811.0%
60 to 89 Minutes633.9%
90 or more Minutes20.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Homer

The most common commute times in Homer are 20 to 24 minutes (171 commuters, 21.8%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (180 commuters, 21.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Homer
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes55 (7.0%)90 (10.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes63 (8.0%)146 (17.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes120 (15.3%)94 (11.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes144 (18.4%)180 (21.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes171 (21.8%)61 (7.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes108 (13.8%)71 (8.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes6 (0.8%)15 (1.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes20 (2.5%)31 (3.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes52 (6.6%)126 (15.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes43 (5.5%)20 (2.4%)
90 or more Minutes2 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Homer

The most frequent times of departure to work in Homer are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (270, 34.4%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (174, 20.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Homer
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM6 (0.8%)32 (3.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM20 (2.5%)12 (1.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM119 (15.2%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM32 (4.1%)20 (2.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM18 (2.3%)124 (14.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM124 (15.8%)71 (8.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM270 (34.4%)174 (20.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM79 (10.1%)152 (18.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)36 (4.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM24 (3.1%)53 (6.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM13 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM59 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM7 (0.9%)53 (6.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM13 (1.7%)107 (12.8%)
Total784 (100.0%)834 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Homer

Occupancy by Ownership in Homer

Of the total 1,536 dwellings in Homer, owner-occupied units account for 1,147 (74.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 389 (25.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Homer
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,14774.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units38925.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,536100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Homer

Occupancy by Household Size in Homer
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household56136.5%
2-Person Household57437.4%
3-Person Household18311.9%
4+ Person Household21814.2%
Total Housing Units1,536100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Homer

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Homer
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household320 (57.0%)241 (43.0%)
2-Person Household473 (82.4%)101 (17.6%)
3-Person Household170 (92.9%)13 (7.1%)
4+ Person Household184 (84.4%)34 (15.6%)
Total Housing Units1,147 (74.7%)389 (25.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Homer

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Homer
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School40 (57.1%)30 (42.9%)
High School Diploma276 (64.5%)152 (35.5%)
College/Associate Degree360 (83.9%)69 (16.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher471 (77.3%)138 (22.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Homer

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Homer
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years17011.1%
35 to 44 Years16210.5%
45 to 54 Years23315.2%
55 to 64 Years32321.0%
65 to 74 Years32020.8%
75 to 84 Years20713.5%
85 Years and Over1217.9%
Total1,536100.0%

Housing Finances in Homer

Median Income by Occupancy in Homer

Median Income by Occupancy in Homer
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,147 (74.7%)$76,433
Renter-Occupied389 (25.3%)$47,340
Average1,536 (100.0%)$65,905

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Homer

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Homer
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)22 (5.7%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)37 (9.5%)
$15,000 to $19,99946 (4.0%)11 (2.8%)
$20,000 to $24,99984 (7.3%)45 (11.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99959 (5.1%)28 (7.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999111 (9.7%)86 (22.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999250 (21.8%)116 (29.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999186 (16.2%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999199 (17.3%)37 (9.5%)
$150,000 or more212 (18.5%)7 (1.8%)
Total1,147 (100.0%)389 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Homer

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Homer
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300108 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49957 (5.0%)29 (7.5%)
$500 to $799252 (22.0%)103 (26.5%)
$800 to $999196 (17.1%)88 (22.6%)
$1,000 to $1,499287 (25.0%)137 (35.2%)
$1,500 to $1,999146 (12.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49946 (4.0%)11 (2.8%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more55 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,147 (100.0%)389 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Homer

Housing Structures in Homer

Housing Structures in Homer
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,17476.4%
Single Unit, Attached271.8%
2 Unit Apartments1157.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments976.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments422.7%
10 or more Apartments815.3%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total1,536100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Homer

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Homer
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,099 (93.6%)75 (6.4%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments48 (41.7%)67 (58.3%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)97 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)81 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,147 (74.7%)389 (25.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Homer

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Homer
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)21 (5.4%)
2 or 3 Rooms9 (0.8%)106 (27.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms216 (18.8%)189 (48.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms348 (30.3%)35 (9.0%)
8 or more Rooms574 (50.0%)38 (9.8%)
Total1,147 (100.0%)389 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Homer

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Homer
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,024 (89.3%)324 (83.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity58 (5.1%)65 (16.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene7 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels58 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,147 (100.0%)389 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Homer

Household Vehicle Usage in Homer
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle14 (1.2%)90 (23.1%)
1 Vehicle238 (20.7%)253 (65.0%)
2 Vehicles661 (57.6%)31 (8.0%)
3 or more Vehicles234 (20.4%)15 (3.9%)
Total1,147 (100.0%)389 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Homer

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Homer

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units675472
Median Property Value$148,700$154,700
Median Household Income$67,276$88
Monthly Housing Costs$703$5
Real Estate Taxes$4,829$20

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Homer

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Homer
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0008 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999125 (18.5%)50 (10.6%)
$100,000 to $299,999500 (74.1%)411 (87.1%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)5 (1.1%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)6 (1.3%)
$1,000,000 or more42 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total675 (100.0%)472 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Homer

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Homer
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)9 (1.9%)
$10,000 to $24,999130 (19.3%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99948 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99971 (10.5%)11 (2.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999137 (20.3%)40 (8.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99977 (11.4%)113 (23.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99988 (13.0%)109 (23.1%)
$150,000 or more124 (18.4%)111 (23.5%)
Total675 (100.0%)472 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Homer

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Homer
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x311 (46.1%)82,500 (17,478.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x102 (15.1%)300 (63.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x30 (4.4%)107 (22.7%)
4.0x or more232 (34.4%)50 (10.6%)
Total675 (100.0%)472 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Homer

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Homer
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49933 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499629 (93.2%)9 (1.9%)
Total675 (100.0%)472 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Homer

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Homer

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Homer
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years187 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years426 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years190 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years240 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years290 (93.2%)21 (6.8%)
45 to 54 Years398 (93.9%)26 (6.1%)
55 to 64 Years529 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years419 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older444 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,123 (98.5%)47 (1.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Homer

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Homer
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born187 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen426 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen190 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Homer

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Homer
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000233 (91.7%)21 (8.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999418 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999886 (97.2%)26 (2.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999448 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over1,115 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Homer

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Homer
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 638 (20.3%)176 (94.1%)
6 to 18 Years173 (40.6%)280 (65.7%)
19 to 25 Years20 (10.5%)190 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years97 (40.4%)200 (83.3%)
35 to 44 Years60 (19.3%)243 (78.1%)
45 to 54 Years51 (12.0%)354 (83.5%)
55 to 64 Years144 (27.2%)420 (79.4%)
65 to 74 Years419 (100.0%)282 (67.3%)
75 Years and over444 (100.0%)364 (82.0%)
Total1,446 (45.6%)2,509 (79.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Homer

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Homer
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years40 (19.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years49 (7.6%)20 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years13 (8.4%)12 (4.5%)
75 Years and over110 (57.6%)171 (67.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Homer

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Homer: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)2 (0.3%)
65 to 74 Years9 (5.8%)4 (1.5%)
75 Years and over76 (39.8%)22 (8.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Homer: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)11 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)8 (3.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Homer: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years40 (19.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years31 (4.8%)3 (0.5%)
65 to 74 Years4 (2.6%)4 (1.5%)
75 Years and over11 (5.8%)9 (3.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Homer: <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 Years24 (3.7%)14 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years9 (5.8%)4 (1.5%)
75 Years and over88 (46.1%)171 (67.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Homer: <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 Years6 (0.9%)4 (0.6%)
65 to 74 Years4 (2.6%)4 (1.5%)
75 Years and over36 (18.9%)9 (3.6%)

Technology Access in Homer

Computing Device Access in Homer

Computing Device Access in Homer
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,36989.1%
Smartphone1,14474.5%
Tablet1,04267.8%
No Computing Device926.0%
Total1,536100.0%

Internet Access in Homer

Internet Access in Homer
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet120.8%
Broadband Home1,26582.4%
Cellular Data Only946.1%
Satellite Internet412.7%
No Internet1429.2%
Total1,536100.0%

Homer Summary

Homer, New York is a small town located in Cortland County, in the central part of the state. It is situated on the eastern shore of Cayuga Lake, the largest of the Finger Lakes. The town was founded in 1794 and has a population of approximately 5,000 people.

Geography

Homer is located in the Finger Lakes region of New York, which is known for its rolling hills, deep valleys, and numerous lakes. The town is situated on the eastern shore of Cayuga Lake, the largest of the Finger Lakes. The lake is approximately 40 miles long and is a popular destination for fishing, boating, and swimming. The town is also home to several parks, including the Homer Town Park, which offers a variety of recreational activities, including a playground, picnic areas, and a swimming beach.
The town is bordered by the towns of Cortland, Preble, and Virgil. It is located approximately 30 miles south of Syracuse and is accessible by Interstate 81 and State Route 281.

Economy

Homer is a small town with a diverse economy. The town is home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services. The town is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a plastics factory, and a metal fabrication plant.
The town is also home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and hay. The town is also home to several wineries, which produce a variety of wines.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Homer was 5,094. The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.
The median household income in Homer was $45,938, and the median family income was $51,938. The per capita income for the town was $20,945. About 8.2% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 5.2% of those age 65 or over.

History

Homer was founded in 1794 by settlers from Connecticut. The town was named after Homer, the ancient Greek poet. The town was originally a farming community, but it soon developed into a manufacturing center. The town was home to several mills, including a paper mill, a plastics factory, and a metal fabrication plant.
In the late 19th century, the town became a popular tourist destination. The town was home to several resorts, including the Homer House, which was built in 1876. The town was also home to several amusement parks, including the Homer Park, which opened in 1891.
The town continued to grow throughout the 20th century. In the 1950s, the town was home to several factories, including a paper mill, a plastics factory, and a metal fabrication plant. The town also became home to several wineries, which produce a variety of wines.
Today, Homer is a small town with a diverse economy. The town is home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services. The town is also home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and hay. The town is also home to several wineries, which produce a variety of wines.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Homer?
Total Population of Homer is 3,170.
What is the Total Male Population of Homer?
Total Male Population of Homer is 1,441.
What is the Total Female Population of Homer?
Total Female Population of Homer is 1,729.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Homer?
There are 83.34 Males per 100 Females in Homer.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Homer?
There are 119.99 Females per 100 Males in Homer.
What is the Median Population Age in Homer?
Median Population Age in Homer is 50.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Homer
Average Family Size in Homer is 2.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Homer
Average Household Size in Homer is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Homer?
Per Capita income in Homer is $39,627.
What is the Median Family Income in Homer?
Median Family Income in Homer is $80,192.
What is the Median Household income in Homer?
Median Household Income in Homer is $65,905.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Homer?
Income or Wage Gap in Homer is 6.6%.
Women in Homer earn 93.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Homer?
Inequality or Gini Index in Homer is 0.39.
How Large is the Labor Force in Homer?
There are 1,828 People in the Labor Forcein in Homer.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Homer?
69.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Homer.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Homer?
Unemployment Rate in Homer is 2.0%.