Ironton, OH
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10,597
TOTAL POPULATION
4,882
MALE POPULATION
5,715
FEMALE POPULATION
85.42
MALES / 100 FEMALES
117.06
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$25,455
PER CAPITA INCOME
$57,518
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$43,702
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
26.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
73.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,155
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,233
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
48.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Ironton Zip Codes
Ironton Area Codes
Race in Ironton
The most populous races in Ironton are White / Caucasian (10,084 | 95.2%), Two or more Races (226 | 2.1%), and Black / African American (208 | 2.0%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 208 | 2.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 80 | 0.7% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 10,084 | 95.2% |
| Two or more Races | 226 | 2.1% |
| Some other Race | 79 | 0.7% |
| Total | 10,597 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Ironton
The most populous ancestries reported in Ironton are Irish (1,833 | 17.3%), German (1,553 | 14.7%), American (1,166 | 11.0%), English (1,011 | 9.5%), and Dutch (206 | 1.9%), together accounting for 54.4% of all Ironton residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 15 | 0.1% |
| American | 1,166 | 11.0% |
| Arab | 18 | 0.2% |
| British | 25 | 0.2% |
| Cherokee | 8 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 32 | 0.3% |
| Dutch | 206 | 1.9% |
| English | 1,011 | 9.5% |
| European | 69 | 0.6% |
| French | 152 | 1.4% |
| German | 1,553 | 14.7% |
| Greek | 8 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 25 | 0.2% |
| Irish | 1,833 | 17.3% |
| Italian | 201 | 1.9% |
| Lebanese | 18 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 28 | 0.3% |
| Norwegian | 28 | 0.3% |
| Polish | 62 | 0.6% |
| Puerto Rican | 52 | 0.5% |
| Russian | 24 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 49 | 0.5% |
| Scottish | 123 | 1.2% |
| Slavic | 1 | 0.0% |
| Slovene | 6 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 15 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 32 | 0.3% |
| Swiss | 36 | 0.3% |
| Syrian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 54 | 0.5% | View All 30 Rows |
Immigrants in Ironton
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Ironton came from , and Canada (7 | 0.1%), together accounting for 0.1% of all Ironton residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Canada | 7 | 0.1% | View All 1 Rows |
Sex and Age in Ironton
Sex and Age in Ironton
The most populous age groups in Ironton are 50 to 54 Years (390 | 8.0%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (555 | 9.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 358 (7.3%) | 294 (5.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 299 (6.1%) | 294 (5.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 200 (4.1%) | 292 (5.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 371 (7.6%) | 443 (7.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 274 (5.6%) | 362 (6.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 253 (5.2%) | 390 (6.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 224 (4.6%) | 217 (3.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 289 (5.9%) | 261 (4.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 318 (6.5%) | 310 (5.4%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 302 (6.2%) | 342 (6.0%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 390 (8.0%) | 362 (6.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 305 (6.2%) | 555 (9.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 356 (7.3%) | 221 (3.9%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 252 (5.2%) | 401 (7.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 288 (5.9%) | 311 (5.4%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 182 (3.7%) | 356 (6.2%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 102 (2.1%) | 106 (1.8%) |
| 85 Years and over | 119 (2.4%) | 198 (3.5%) |
| Total | 4,882 (100.0%) | 5,715 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Ironton
Median Family Size in Ironton
The median family size in Ironton is 3.17 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,535 | 64.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.37 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (96 | 4.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.60 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,535 (64.2%) | 3.37 |
| Single Male/Father | 96 (4.0%) | 2.60 |
| Single Female/Mother | 758 (31.7%) | 2.83 |
| Total Families | 2,389 (100.0%) | 3.17 |
Median Household Size in Ironton
The median household size in Ironton is 2.37 persons per household, with single male/father households (96 | 2.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.42 persons per household. non-family households (1,932 | 44.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.24 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,535 (35.5%) | 3.41 |
| Single Male/Father | 96 (2.2%) | 3.42 |
| Single Female/Mother | 758 (17.5%) | 3.03 |
| Non-family | 1,932 (44.7%) | 1.24 |
| Total Households | 4,321 (100.0%) | 2.37 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Ironton
Out of a total of 4,321 households in Ironton, 2,389 (55.3%) are family households, while 1,932 (44.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,007, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,557.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,557 (36.0%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,007 (23.3%) | 326 (7.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 739 (17.1%) | 49 (1.1%) |
| 4-Person Households | 311 (7.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 216 (5.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 65 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 51 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,389 (55.3%) | 1,932 (44.7%) |
Female Fertility in Ironton
Fertility by Age in Ironton
Average fertility rate in Ironton is 59.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 123.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 82.6% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 2 (1.4%) | 5.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 119 (82.6%) | 123.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 23 (16.0%) | 23.0 |
| Total | 144 (100.0%) | 59.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Ironton
26.4% of women with births (144) in Ironton are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 60.9% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 29 (24.4%) | 90 (75.6%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 9 (39.1%) | 14 (60.9%) |
| Total | 38 (26.4%) | 106 (73.6%) |
Fertility by Education in Ironton
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 2 (1.4%) | 4.0 |
| High School Diploma | 114 (79.2%) | 160.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 28 (19.4%) | 114.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 144 (100.0%) | 59.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Ironton
73.6% of women with births in Ironton are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 10 (8.8%) | 104 (91.2%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 38 (26.4%) | 106 (73.6%) |
Income in Ironton
Income Overview in Ironton
Per Capita Income in Ironton is $25,455, while median incomes of families and households are $57,518 and $43,702 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 10,597 | $25,455 |
| Median Family Income | 2,389 | $57,518 |
| Mean Family Income | 2,389 | $70,691 |
| Median Household Income | 4,321 | $43,702 |
| Mean Household Income | 4,321 | $58,906 |
| Income Deficit | 2,389 | $9,155 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 10,597 | 26.09% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 10,597 | 73.91¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 10,597 | 0.46 |
Earnings by Sex in Ironton
Average Earnings in Ironton are $32,358, $36,862 for men and $27,246 for women, a difference of 26.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,064 (47.8%) | $36,862 |
| Female | 2,257 (52.2%) | $27,246 |
| Total | 4,321 (100.0%) | $32,358 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Ironton
The most common earnings brackets in Ironton are $40,000 to $44,999 for men (194 | 9.4%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (240 | 10.6%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 120 (5.8%) | 111 (4.9%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 17 (0.8%) | 146 (6.5%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 46 (2.2%) | 131 (5.8%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 109 (5.3%) | 42 (1.9%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 91 (4.4%) | 61 (2.7%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 164 (8.0%) | 108 (4.8%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 58 (2.8%) | 63 (2.8%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 53 (2.6%) | 52 (2.3%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 12 (0.6%) | 136 (6.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 60 (2.9%) | 177 (7.8%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 75 (3.6%) | 204 (9.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 154 (7.5%) | 112 (5.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 183 (8.9%) | 137 (6.1%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 194 (9.4%) | 240 (10.6%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 191 (9.2%) | 50 (2.2%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 66 (3.2%) | 95 (4.2%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 168 (8.1%) | 51 (2.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 92 (4.5%) | 141 (6.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 85 (4.1%) | 150 (6.7%) |
| $100,000+ | 126 (6.1%) | 50 (2.2%) |
| Total | 2,064 (100.0%) | 2,257 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Ironton
Average earnings in Ironton are $40,374 for men and $31,957 for women, a difference of 20.8%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $57,344, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $35,500. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $57,961, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $22,115.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $35,500 | $24,048 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $40,025 | $37,473 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $57,344 | $57,961 |
| Graduate Degree | $46,771 | $56,917 |
| Total | $40,374 | $31,957 |
Family Income in Ironton
Family Income Brackets in Ironton
According to the Ironton family income data, there are 406 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 17.0% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 76 families (3.2%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 76 | 3.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 210 | 8.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 313 | 13.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 232 | 9.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 241 | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 377 | 15.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 406 | 17.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 363 | 15.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 84 | 3.5% |
| $200,000+ | 88 | 3.7% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Ironton
3-person families (654 | 27.4%) account for the highest median family income in Ironton with $76,806 per family, while 3-person families (654 | 27.4%) have the highest median income of $25,602 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,158 (48.5%) | $49,138 |
| 3-Person Families | 654 (27.4%) | $76,806 |
| 4-Person Families | 263 (11.0%) | $73,477 |
| 5-Person Families | 254 (10.6%) | $56,029 |
| 6-Person Families | 14 (0.6%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 46 (1.9%) | $63,906 |
| Total | 2,389 (100.0%) | $57,518 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Ironton
The median family income in Ironton is $57,518, with families comprising 3+ earners (196) having the highest median family income of $88,981, while families with 1 earner (927) have the lowest median family income of $34,250, accounting for 8.2% and 38.8% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 608 (25.5%) | $38,667 |
| 1 Earner | 927 (38.8%) | $34,250 |
| 2 Earners | 658 (27.5%) | $86,471 |
| 3+ Earners | 196 (8.2%) | $88,981 |
| Total | 2,389 (100.0%) | $57,518 |
Household Income in Ironton
Household Income Brackets in Ironton
With 709 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Ironton, accounting for 16.4% of all households. In contrast, only 95 households (2.2%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 277 | 6.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 493 | 11.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 488 | 11.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 553 | 12.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 631 | 14.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 709 | 16.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 575 | 13.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 376 | 8.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 134 | 3.1% |
| $200,000+ | 95 | 2.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Ironton
The median household income in Ironton is $43,702, with the highest median household income of $49,669 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,133 households (26.2%) 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 112 households (2.6%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 112 (2.6%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,133 (26.2%) | $49,669 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,599 (37.0%) | $48,456 |
| 65+ Years | 1,477 (34.2%) | $34,801 |
| Total | 4,321 (100.0%) | $43,702 |
Poverty in Ironton
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Ironton
With 23.3% poverty level for males and 25.7% for females among the residents of Ironton, 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 9 males (50.0%) and 82 females (70.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 128 (36.6%) | 122 (41.5%) |
| 5 Years | 9 (50.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 83 (21.6%) | 165 (47.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 12 (12.5%) | 17 (8.5%) |
| 15 Years | 9 (26.5%) | 82 (70.7%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 71 (32.6%) | 112 (59.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 148 (38.4%) | 117 (23.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 88 (19.1%) | 152 (25.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 219 (37.2%) | 154 (27.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 120 (17.5%) | 135 (19.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 175 (26.8%) | 119 (16.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 34 (6.5%) | 131 (19.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 16 (4.3%) | 115 (18.6%) |
| Total | 1,112 (23.3%) | 1,421 (25.7%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Ironton
According to the poverty statistics in Ironton, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 95.7% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 222 (63.4%) | 172 (58.5%) |
| 5 Years | 9 (50.0%) | 34 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 302 (78.4%) | 181 (52.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 84 (87.5%) | 183 (91.5%) |
| 15 Years | 25 (73.5%) | 34 (29.3%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 147 (67.4%) | 75 (40.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 237 (61.6%) | 380 (76.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 372 (80.9%) | 449 (74.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 370 (62.8%) | 404 (72.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 565 (82.5%) | 544 (80.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 478 (73.2%) | 610 (83.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 492 (93.5%) | 548 (80.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 357 (95.7%) | 502 (81.4%) |
| Total | 3,660 (76.7%) | 4,116 (74.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Ironton
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Ironton show that 8.9% or 136 of the total 1,535 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 49.6%, comprising of 67 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.0%, which includes 4 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 890 (93.7%) | 60 (6.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 409 (99.0%) | 4 (1.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 68 (50.4%) | 67 (49.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 32 (86.5%) | 5 (13.5%) |
| Total | 1,399 (91.1%) | 136 (8.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Ironton
According to the poverty data in Ironton, 58.3% or 56 single-father households and 43.1% or 327 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 33 households (82.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 46 households (63.9%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 23 (41.1%) | 29 (12.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 33 (82.5%) | 252 (55.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 46 (63.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 56 (58.3%) | 327 (43.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Ironton
The poverty data for Ironton shows that 136 of the married-couple family households (8.9%) and 383 of the single-parent households (44.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 67 households (49.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 46 household (63.9%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 60 (6.3%) | 52 (18.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 4 (1.0%) | 285 (57.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 67 (49.6%) | 46 (63.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 5 (13.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 136 (8.9%) | 383 (44.9%) |
Employment Characteristics in Ironton
Employment by Class of Employer in Ironton
Among the 3,836 employed individuals in Ironton, private company employees (2,380 | 62.0%), not-for-profit organizations (634 | 16.5%), and local government employees (396 | 10.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,380 | 62.0% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 30 | 0.8% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 123 | 3.2% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 634 | 16.5% |
| Local Government Employees | 396 | 10.3% |
| State Government Employees | 123 | 3.2% |
| Federal Government Employees | 150 | 3.9% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 3,836 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Ironton
According to the labor force statistics for Ironton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (8,710), 48.6% or 4,233 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.4% or 271 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 83.2% or 367 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 19.7% or 91 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 231 (34.8%) | 34 (14.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 452 (71.1%) | 35 (7.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 463 (72.0%) | 91 (19.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 367 (83.2%) | 42 (11.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 832 (70.6%) | 27 (3.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 900 (64.5%) | 23 (2.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 573 (66.6%) | 18 (3.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 190 (32.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 193 (15.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 33 (3.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,233 (48.6%) | 271 (6.4%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Ironton
According to labor force statistics for Ironton, 65.3% of individuals (3,327) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (5,095) are in the labor force, with 6.0% or 200 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 87.2% or 899 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 32.3% or 40 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 124 (27.0%) | 149 (32.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,207 (61.7%) | 174 (8.9%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,095 (66.5%) | 59 (3.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 899 (87.2%) | 16 (1.6%) |
| Total | 3,327 (65.3%) | 306 (6.0%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Ironton
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ironton are Community & Social Service (375 | 9.5%), Management (314 | 7.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (264 | 6.7%), Health Technologists (192 | 4.8%), and Education Instruction & Library (185 | 4.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ironton, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (64.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (90.9%), and Education Instruction & Library (88.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 145 (46.2%) | 169 (53.8%) |
| Business & Financial | 93 (63.3%) | 54 (36.7%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 28 (60.9%) | 18 (39.1%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 3 (20.0%) | 12 (80.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 142 (37.9%) | 233 (62.1%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 91 (64.5%) | 50 (35.5%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 21 (11.4%) | 164 (88.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 8 (29.6%) | 19 (70.4%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 24 (9.1%) | 240 (90.9%) |
| Health Technologists | 24 (12.5%) | 168 (87.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 432 (37.7%) | 714 (62.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,865 (47.0%) | 2,099 (52.9%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Ironton are Cleaning & Maintenance (331 | 8.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (271 | 6.8%), Healthcare Support (228 | 5.8%), Security & Protection (91 | 2.3%), and Law Enforcement (60 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Ironton, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (82.4%), and Law Enforcement (73.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (53.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (42.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 228 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 75 (82.4%) | 16 (17.6%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 44 (73.3%) | 16 (26.7%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 155 (57.2%) | 116 (42.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 230 (69.5%) | 101 (30.5%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 26 (46.4%) | 30 (53.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 486 (49.7%) | 491 (50.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,865 (47.0%) | 2,099 (52.9%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Ironton are Sales & Related (580 | 14.6%), and Office & Administration (551 | 13.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 193 (33.3%) | 387 (66.7%) |
| Office & Administration | 165 (29.9%) | 386 (70.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 358 (31.7%) | 773 (68.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,865 (47.0%) | 2,099 (52.9%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Ironton are Construction & Extraction (91 | 2.3%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (57 | 1.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 91 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 41 (71.9%) | 16 (28.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 132 (89.2%) | 16 (10.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,865 (47.0%) | 2,099 (52.9%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Ironton are Production (299 | 7.5%), Transportation (162 | 4.1%), and Material Moving (101 | 2.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 225 (75.2%) | 74 (24.7%) |
| Transportation | 154 (95.1%) | 8 (4.9%) |
| Material Moving | 78 (77.2%) | 23 (22.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 457 (81.3%) | 105 (18.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,865 (47.0%) | 2,099 (52.9%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Ironton
Employment Industries in Ironton
The major employment industries in Ironton include Health Care & Social Assistance (912 | 23.0%), Retail Trade (539 | 13.6%), Manufacturing (430 | 10.8%), Educational Services (356 | 9.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (330 | 8.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Ironton
The Ironton industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (94.1%), and Manufacturing (91.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Professional & Scientific (78.9%), Retail Trade (78.3%), and Utilities (75.5%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 134 (84.8%) | 24 (15.2%) |
| Manufacturing | 393 (91.4%) | 37 (8.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 111 (88.8%) | 14 (11.2%) |
| Retail Trade | 117 (21.7%) | 422 (78.3%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 109 (55.6%) | 87 (44.4%) |
| Utilities | 12 (24.5%) | 37 (75.5%) |
| Information | 17 (54.8%) | 14 (45.2%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 52 (74.3%) | 18 (25.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 96 (94.1%) | 6 (5.9%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 24 (21.0%) | 90 (78.9%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 101 (37.6%) | 168 (62.5%) |
| Educational Services | 109 (30.6%) | 247 (69.4%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 305 (33.4%) | 607 (66.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 141 (42.7%) | 189 (57.3%) |
| Public Administration | 100 (53.8%) | 86 (46.2%) |
| Total | 1,865 (47.0%) | 2,099 (52.9%) |
Education in Ironton
School Enrollment in Ironton
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,171 students in Ironton are high school (812 | 37.4%), elementary school (485 | 22.3%), and middle school (347 | 16.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 58 | 2.7% |
| Kindergarten | 178 | 8.2% |
| Elementary School | 485 | 22.3% |
| Middle School | 347 | 16.0% |
| High School | 812 | 37.4% |
| College / Undergraduate | 246 | 11.3% |
| Graduate / Professional | 45 | 2.1% |
| Total | 2,171 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Ironton
Out of a total of 2,171 students who are enrolled in schools in Ironton, 215 (9.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,956 (90.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 24 (49.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 35 years and over has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 176 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 25 (51.0%) | 24 (49.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 533 (93.3%) | 38 (6.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 416 (84.6%) | 76 (15.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 526 (93.9%) | 34 (6.1%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 152 (99.4%) | 1 (0.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 68 (63.5%) | 39 (36.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 60 (95.2%) | 3 (4.8%) |
| 35 Years and over | 176 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,956 (90.1%) | 215 (9.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Ironton
Education (371 | 24.1%), business (360 | 23.4%), arts & humanities (119 | 7.7%), science & technology (115 | 7.5%), and communications (105 | 6.8%) are the most common fields of study among 1,542 individuals in Ironton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 81 | 5.2% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 25 | 1.6% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 83 | 5.4% |
| Psychology | 47 | 3.0% |
| Social Sciences | 59 | 3.8% |
| Engineering | 59 | 3.8% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 115 | 7.5% |
| Business | 360 | 23.4% |
| Education | 371 | 24.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 29 | 1.9% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 33 | 2.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 56 | 3.6% |
| Communications | 105 | 6.8% |
| Arts & Humanities | 119 | 7.7% |
| Total | 1,542 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Ironton
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Ironton
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Ironton are males with 2 vehicles (930, accounting for 50.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (772, making up 46.9%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 80 (4.3%) | 82 (4.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 307 (16.6%) | 513 (25.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 930 (50.3%) | 772 (38.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 418 (22.6%) | 464 (23.4%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 90 (4.9%) | 142 (7.2%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 25 (1.3%) | 10 (0.5%) |
| Total | 1,850 (100.0%) | 1,983 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Ironton
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Ironton are 5 to 9 minutes (641 commuters, 17.2%), 15 to 19 minutes (607 commuters, 16.3%), and 20 to 24 minutes (512 commuters, 13.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 209 | 5.6% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 641 | 17.2% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 471 | 12.7% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 607 | 16.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 512 | 13.8% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 216 | 5.8% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 382 | 10.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 175 | 4.7% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 69 | 1.9% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 204 | 5.5% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 152 | 4.1% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 77 | 2.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Ironton
The most common commute times in Ironton are 5 to 9 minutes (336 commuters, 18.7%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (448 commuters, 23.4%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 149 (8.3%) | 60 (3.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 336 (18.7%) | 305 (15.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 144 (8.0%) | 327 (17.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 159 (8.8%) | 448 (23.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 259 (14.4%) | 253 (13.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 117 (6.5%) | 99 (5.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 249 (13.8%) | 133 (7.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 159 (8.8%) | 16 (0.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 19 (1.1%) | 50 (2.6%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 117 (6.5%) | 87 (4.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 81 (4.5%) | 71 (3.7%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 12 (0.7%) | 65 (3.4%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Ironton
The most frequent times of departure to work in Ironton are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (280, 15.5%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (390, 20.4%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 104 (5.8%) | 76 (4.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 110 (6.1%) | 30 (1.6%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 163 (9.0%) | 172 (9.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 280 (15.5%) | 31 (1.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 112 (6.2%) | 162 (8.5%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 209 (11.6%) | 172 (9.0%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 207 (11.5%) | 356 (18.6%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 194 (10.8%) | 390 (20.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 71 (3.9%) | 112 (5.9%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 89 (4.6%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 37 (2.1%) | 94 (4.9%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 35 (1.9%) | 86 (4.5%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 211 (11.7%) | 87 (4.5%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 68 (3.8%) | 57 (3.0%) |
| Total | 1,801 (100.0%) | 1,914 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Ironton
Occupancy by Ownership in Ironton
Of the total 4,321 dwellings in Ironton, owner-occupied units account for 2,483 (57.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,838 (42.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,483 | 57.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,838 | 42.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 4,321 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Ironton
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,557 | 36.0% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,333 | 30.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 788 | 18.2% |
| 4+ Person Household | 643 | 14.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 4,321 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Ironton
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 693 (44.5%) | 864 (55.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 876 (65.7%) | 457 (34.3%) |
| 3-Person Household | 498 (63.2%) | 290 (36.8%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 416 (64.7%) | 227 (35.3%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,483 (57.5%) | 1,838 (42.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Ironton
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 181 (38.0%) | 295 (62.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 918 (51.8%) | 855 (48.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 711 (60.8%) | 459 (39.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 673 (74.6%) | 229 (25.4%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Ironton
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 670 | 15.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 575 | 13.3% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 647 | 15.0% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 952 | 22.0% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 841 | 19.5% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 448 | 10.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 188 | 4.3% |
| Total | 4,321 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Ironton
Median Income by Occupancy in Ironton
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,483 (57.5%) | $51,726 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,838 (42.5%) | $31,638 |
| Average | 4,321 (100.0%) | $43,702 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Ironton
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 68 (2.7%) | 99 (5.4%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 18 (0.7%) | 90 (4.9%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 191 (7.7%) | 303 (16.5%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 147 (5.9%) | 125 (6.8%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 124 (5.0%) | 93 (5.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 309 (12.4%) | 243 (13.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 341 (13.7%) | 288 (15.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 421 (17.0%) | 286 (15.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 358 (14.4%) | 215 (11.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 284 (11.4%) | 91 (5.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 222 (8.9%) | 5 (0.3%) |
| Total | 2,483 (100.0%) | 1,838 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Ironton
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 112 (4.5%) | 219 (11.9%) |
| $300 to $499 | 730 (29.4%) | 155 (8.4%) |
| $500 to $799 | 622 (25.1%) | 693 (37.7%) |
| $800 to $999 | 341 (13.7%) | 357 (19.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 502 (20.2%) | 196 (10.7%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 138 (5.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 20 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 18 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (0.5%) |
| Total | 2,483 (100.0%) | 1,838 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Ironton
Housing Structures in Ironton
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,396 | 78.6% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 30 | 0.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 224 | 5.2% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 223 | 5.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 34 | 0.8% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 355 | 8.2% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 59 | 1.4% |
| Total | 4,321 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Ironton
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,400 (70.7%) | 996 (29.3%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 25 (11.2%) | 199 (88.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 6 (2.7%) | 217 (97.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 355 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 22 (37.3%) | 37 (62.7%) |
| Total | 2,483 (57.5%) | 1,838 (42.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Ironton
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 75 (4.1%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 32 (1.3%) | 419 (22.8%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 748 (30.1%) | 977 (53.2%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,190 (47.9%) | 257 (14.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 513 (20.7%) | 110 (6.0%) |
| Total | 2,483 (100.0%) | 1,838 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Ironton
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 2,053 (82.7%) | 1,075 (58.5%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 35 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 391 (15.8%) | 763 (41.5%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 4 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,483 (100.0%) | 1,838 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Ironton
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 81 (3.3%) | 306 (16.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 782 (31.5%) | 1,090 (59.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,002 (40.4%) | 393 (21.4%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 618 (24.9%) | 49 (2.7%) |
| Total | 2,483 (100.0%) | 1,838 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Ironton
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Ironton
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,218 | 1,265 |
| Median Property Value | $96,900 | $115,800 |
| Median Household Income | $43,676 | $211 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $436 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $952 | $7 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Ironton
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 249 (20.4%) | 99 (7.8%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 416 (34.2%) | 428 (33.8%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 527 (43.3%) | 690 (54.5%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 16 (1.3%) | 42 (3.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 10 (0.8%) | 6 (0.5%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,218 (100.0%) | 1,265 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Ironton
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 53 (4.3%) | 51 (4.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 266 (21.8%) | 33 (2.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 202 (16.6%) | 196 (15.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 175 (14.4%) | 107 (8.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 246 (20.2%) | 166 (13.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 112 (9.2%) | 175 (13.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 153 (12.6%) | 246 (19.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 11 (0.9%) | 131 (10.4%) |
| Total | 1,218 (100.0%) | 1,265 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Ironton
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 503 (41.3%) | 71,632 (5,662.6%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 249 (20.4%) | 723 (57.2%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 174 (14.3%) | 156 (12.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 286 (23.5%) | 217 (17.2%) |
| Total | 1,218 (100.0%) | 1,265 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Ironton
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 352 (28.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 659 (54.1%) | 248 (19.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 189 (15.5%) | 658 (52.0%) |
| Total | 1,218 (100.0%) | 1,265 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Ironton
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ironton
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 704 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,678 (97.4%) | 45 (2.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 755 (92.2%) | 64 (7.8%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 804 (81.3%) | 185 (18.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,111 (96.9%) | 36 (3.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,244 (91.2%) | 120 (8.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,176 (85.1%) | 206 (14.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,204 (99.9%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 75 Years and older | 990 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,666 (93.6%) | 657 (6.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Ironton
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 704 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,678 (97.4%) | 45 (2.6%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 755 (92.2%) | 64 (7.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Ironton
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,270 (97.4%) | 60 (2.6%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,262 (89.3%) | 270 (10.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,828 (95.7%) | 82 (4.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,559 (96.1%) | 64 (3.9%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,685 (90.6%) | 174 (9.4%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ironton
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 510 (72.4%) | 245 (34.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,267 (73.5%) | 543 (31.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 452 (55.2%) | 335 (40.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 464 (46.9%) | 444 (44.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 625 (54.5%) | 668 (58.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 691 (50.7%) | 571 (41.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 585 (42.3%) | 712 (51.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,185 (98.3%) | 663 (55.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 990 (100.0%) | 514 (51.9%) |
| Total | 6,769 (65.6%) | 4,695 (45.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Ironton
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 51 (6.8%) | 142 (16.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 90 (10.6%) | 249 (22.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 765 (39.7%) | 447 (22.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 198 (37.6%) | 211 (31.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 217 (58.2%) | 292 (47.3%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Ironton
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 21 (2.8%) | 27 (3.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (1.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 151 (7.8%) | 90 (4.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 88 (16.7%) | 25 (3.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 172 (46.1%) | 143 (23.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 35 (3.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 12 (1.4%) | 11 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 137 (7.1%) | 96 (4.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 7 (1.3%) | 47 (6.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 115 (30.8%) | 32 (5.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 36 (4.8%) | 134 (15.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 50 (5.9%) | 211 (19.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 520 (27.0%) | 280 (14.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 59 (11.2%) | 46 (6.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 52 (13.9%) | 64 (10.4%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (3.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (0.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 533 (27.7%) | 310 (15.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 114 (21.7%) | 171 (25.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 124 (33.2%) | 267 (43.3%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 15 (2.0%) | 32 (3.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (0.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 139 (7.2%) | 111 (5.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 30 (5.7%) | 55 (8.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 72 (19.3%) | 54 (8.7%) |
Technology Access in Ironton
Computing Device Access in Ironton
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,786 | 64.5% |
| Smartphone | 3,270 | 75.7% |
| Tablet | 2,018 | 46.7% |
| No Computing Device | 690 | 16.0% |
| Total | 4,321 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Ironton
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 10 | 0.2% |
| Broadband Home | 2,899 | 67.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 476 | 11.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 164 | 3.8% |
| No Internet | 785 | 18.2% |
| Total | 4,321 | 100.0% |
Ironton Summary
Ironton is a city located in Lawrence County, Ohio, United States. It is located along the Ohio River at the mouth of the Big Sandy River. The population was 11,129 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Lawrence County.
History
Ironton was founded in 1849 by John Campbell, a civil engineer and surveyor. Campbell named the city after the iron ore deposits in the area. The city was incorporated in 1851.
Ironton was an important center of the iron and steel industry in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The city was home to several large iron and steel mills, including the Ironton Iron Works, which was the largest in the world at the time. The city was also home to several large coal mines, which provided fuel for the steel mills.
The city was also an important center of the railroad industry. The Chesapeake and Ohio Railway (C&O) had its headquarters in Ironton, and the city was home to several large railroad yards and repair shops.
Geography
Ironton is located at 38°37′N 82°37′W (38.619, -82.619). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 8.2 square miles (21.2 km2), of which 8.1 square miles (21.0 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km2) is water.
Economy
Ironton's economy is largely based on manufacturing and services. The city is home to several large manufacturing companies, including AK Steel, which produces steel products, and Ironton Industries, which produces industrial equipment. The city is also home to several large service companies, including Ironton Health Care, which provides medical services, and Ironton Financial Services, which provides financial services.
Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 11,129 people, 4,717 households, and 2,945 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,372.3 people per square mile (530.2/km2). There were 5,093 housing units at an average density of 627.3 per square mile (242.3/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 93.2% White, 4.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.5% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.
There were 4,717 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.2% were married couples living together, 17.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.2% were non-families. 33.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.30 and the average family size was 2.90.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 26.2% from 25 to 44, 23.2% from 45 to 64, and 17.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.3 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $25,945, and the median income for a family was $32,917. Males had a median income of $30,917 versus $21,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,945. About 17.2% of families and 20.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 13.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Ironton?
Total Population of Ironton is 10,597.
What is the Total Male Population of Ironton?
Total Male Population of Ironton is 4,882.
What is the Total Female Population of Ironton?
Total Female Population of Ironton is 5,715.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Ironton?
There are 85.42 Males per 100 Females in Ironton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Ironton?
There are 117.06 Females per 100 Males in Ironton.
What is the Median Population Age in Ironton?
Median Population Age in Ironton is 42.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Ironton
Average Family Size in Ironton is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Ironton
Average Household Size in Ironton is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Ironton?
Per Capita income in Ironton is $25,455.
What is the Median Family Income in Ironton?
Median Family Income in Ironton is $57,518.
What is the Median Household income in Ironton?
Median Household Income in Ironton is $43,702.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Ironton?
Income or Wage Gap in Ironton is 26.1%.
Women in Ironton earn 73.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Ironton?
Family Income Deficit in Ironton is $9,155.
Families that are below poverty line in Ironton earn $9,155 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Ironton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Ironton is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Ironton?
There are 4,233 People in the Labor Forcein in Ironton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Ironton?
48.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Ironton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Ironton?
Unemployment Rate in Ironton is 6.4%.