Nanticoke, PA
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Nanticoke Overview
10,606
TOTAL POPULATION
5,351
MALE POPULATION
5,255
FEMALE POPULATION
101.83
MALES / 100 FEMALES
98.21
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$30,101
PER CAPITA INCOME
$66,207
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$56,238
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
16.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
83.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,748
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
5,184
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Nanticoke Zip Codes
Nanticoke Area Codes
Race in Nanticoke
The most populous races in Nanticoke are White / Caucasian (8,707 | 82.1%), Hispanic or Latino (1,115 | 10.5%), and Two or more Races (697 | 6.6%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 685 | 6.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 8 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,115 | 10.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 9 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 8,707 | 82.1% |
| Two or more Races | 697 | 6.6% |
| Some other Race | 500 | 4.7% |
| Total | 10,606 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Nanticoke
The most populous ancestries reported in Nanticoke are Polish (3,218 | 30.3%), German (1,827 | 17.2%), Irish (1,662 | 15.7%), Italian (997 | 9.4%), and English (664 | 6.3%), together accounting for 78.9% of all Nanticoke residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 183 | 1.7% |
| American | 182 | 1.7% |
| Arab | 36 | 0.3% |
| Argentinean | 1 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 27 | 0.3% |
| Bhutanese | 4 | 0.0% |
| British | 5 | 0.1% |
| British West Indian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Carpatho Rusyn | 8 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 84 | 0.8% |
| Central American Indian | 16 | 0.2% |
| Cherokee | 17 | 0.2% |
| Colombian | 77 | 0.7% |
| Czech | 9 | 0.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 22 | 0.2% |
| Danish | 24 | 0.2% |
| Dominican | 262 | 2.5% |
| Dutch | 195 | 1.8% |
| Eastern European | 45 | 0.4% |
| Ecuadorian | 18 | 0.2% |
| English | 664 | 6.3% |
| European | 41 | 0.4% |
| French | 69 | 0.6% |
| German | 1,827 | 17.2% |
| Greek | 58 | 0.5% |
| Haitian | 22 | 0.2% |
| Honduran | 47 | 0.4% |
| Hungarian | 60 | 0.6% |
| Irish | 1,662 | 15.7% |
| Italian | 997 | 9.4% |
| Korean | 16 | 0.2% |
| Lebanese | 36 | 0.3% |
| Lithuanian | 167 | 1.6% |
| Mexican | 169 | 1.6% |
| Northern European | 16 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Pennsylvania German | 149 | 1.4% |
| Polish | 3,218 | 30.3% |
| Portuguese | 8 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 491 | 4.6% |
| Romanian | 21 | 0.2% |
| Russian | 100 | 0.9% |
| Salvadoran | 37 | 0.4% |
| Scandinavian | 19 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 11 | 0.1% |
| Scottish | 74 | 0.7% |
| Sioux | 2 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 347 | 3.3% |
| Slovene | 14 | 0.1% |
| South American | 96 | 0.9% |
| Spanish | 3 | 0.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 183 | 1.7% |
| Swedish | 19 | 0.2% |
| Swiss | 16 | 0.2% |
| Ukrainian | 73 | 0.7% |
| Welsh | 379 | 3.6% |
| West Indian | 18 | 0.2% |
| Yugoslavian | 18 | 0.2% | View All 58 Rows |
Immigrants in Nanticoke
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Nanticoke came from Latin America (307 | 2.9%), Caribbean (125 | 1.2%), South America (99 | 0.9%), Dominican Republic (95 | 0.9%), and Central America (83 | 0.8%), together accounting for 6.7% of all Nanticoke residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 21 | 0.2% |
| Argentina | 1 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 22 | 0.2% |
| Caribbean | 125 | 1.2% |
| Central America | 83 | 0.8% |
| Colombia | 77 | 0.7% |
| Dominican Republic | 95 | 0.9% |
| Eastern Europe | 21 | 0.2% |
| Ecuador | 21 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 21 | 0.2% |
| Haiti | 30 | 0.3% |
| Honduras | 34 | 0.3% |
| Latin America | 307 | 2.9% |
| Mexico | 49 | 0.5% |
| Nigeria | 21 | 0.2% |
| Poland | 10 | 0.1% |
| Romania | 11 | 0.1% |
| South America | 99 | 0.9% |
| Western Africa | 21 | 0.2% | View All 19 Rows |
Sex and Age in Nanticoke
Sex and Age in Nanticoke
The most populous age groups in Nanticoke are 50 to 54 Years (505 | 9.4%) for men and 45 to 49 Years (431 | 8.2%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 264 (4.9%) | 296 (5.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 353 (6.6%) | 271 (5.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 357 (6.7%) | 327 (6.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 287 (5.4%) | 304 (5.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 439 (8.2%) | 237 (4.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 365 (6.8%) | 267 (5.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 294 (5.5%) | 429 (8.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 299 (5.6%) | 311 (5.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 342 (6.4%) | 202 (3.8%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 343 (6.4%) | 431 (8.2%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 505 (9.4%) | 320 (6.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 266 (5.0%) | 420 (8.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 397 (7.4%) | 381 (7.2%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 311 (5.8%) | 333 (6.3%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 213 (4.0%) | 251 (4.8%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 177 (3.3%) | 127 (2.4%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 88 (1.6%) | 162 (3.1%) |
| 85 Years and over | 51 (0.9%) | 186 (3.5%) |
| Total | 5,351 (100.0%) | 5,255 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Nanticoke
Median Family Size in Nanticoke
The median family size in Nanticoke is 2.98 persons per family, with single male/father families (326 | 12.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.41 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (662 | 24.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.82 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,682 (63.0%) | 2.96 |
| Single Male/Father | 326 (12.2%) | 3.41 |
| Single Female/Mother | 662 (24.8%) | 2.82 |
| Total Families | 2,670 (100.0%) | 2.98 |
Median Household Size in Nanticoke
The median household size in Nanticoke is 2.38 persons per household, with single male/father households (326 | 7.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.79 persons per household. non-family households (1,727 | 39.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.26 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,682 (38.3%) | 3.02 |
| Single Male/Father | 326 (7.4%) | 3.79 |
| Single Female/Mother | 662 (15.1%) | 2.98 |
| Non-family | 1,727 (39.3%) | 1.26 |
| Total Households | 4,397 (100.0%) | 2.38 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Nanticoke
Out of a total of 4,397 households in Nanticoke, 2,670 (60.7%) are family households, while 1,727 (39.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,149, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,336.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,336 (30.4%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,149 (26.1%) | 310 (7.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 802 (18.2%) | 57 (1.3%) |
| 4-Person Households | 375 (8.5%) | 6 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 276 (6.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 39 (0.9%) | 18 (0.4%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 29 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,670 (60.7%) | 1,727 (39.3%) |
Female Fertility in Nanticoke
Fertility by Age in Nanticoke
Average fertility rate in Nanticoke is 43.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 58.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 56.8% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 7 (7.4%) | 23.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 54 (56.8%) | 58.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 34 (35.8%) | 35.0 |
| Total | 95 (100.0%) | 43.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Nanticoke
66.3% of women with births (95) in Nanticoke 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 20 to 34 years age bracket with 9.3% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 49 (90.7%) | 5 (9.3%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 14 (41.2%) | 20 (58.8%) |
| Total | 63 (66.3%) | 32 (33.7%) |
Fertility by Education in Nanticoke
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 10 (10.5%) | 14.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 57 (60.0%) | 100.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 9 (9.5%) | 26.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 19 (20.0%) | 128.0 |
| Total | 95 (100.0%) | 43.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Nanticoke
33.7% of women with births in Nanticoke 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 high school diploma are least likely to be married with 80.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 2 (20.0%) | 8 (80.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 33 (57.9%) | 24 (42.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 63 (66.3%) | 32 (33.7%) |
Income in Nanticoke
Income Overview in Nanticoke
Per Capita Income in Nanticoke is $30,101, while median incomes of families and households are $66,207 and $56,238 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 10,606 | $30,101 |
| Median Family Income | 2,670 | $66,207 |
| Mean Family Income | 2,670 | $78,273 |
| Median Household Income | 4,397 | $56,238 |
| Mean Household Income | 4,397 | $72,140 |
| Income Deficit | 2,670 | $11,748 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 10,606 | 16.10% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 10,606 | 83.90¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 10,606 | 0.46 |
Earnings by Sex in Nanticoke
Average Earnings in Nanticoke are $36,385, $39,469 for men and $33,113 for women, a difference of 16.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,935 (54.3%) | $39,469 |
| Female | 2,466 (45.7%) | $33,113 |
| Total | 5,401 (100.0%) | $36,385 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Nanticoke
The most common earnings brackets in Nanticoke are $35,000 to $39,999 for men (343 | 11.7%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (248 | 10.1%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 109 (3.7%) | 137 (5.6%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 59 (2.0%) | 109 (4.4%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 144 (4.9%) | 142 (5.8%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 65 (2.2%) | 140 (5.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 35 (1.2%) | 124 (5.0%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 56 (1.9%) | 53 (2.1%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 35 (1.2%) | 111 (4.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 86 (2.9%) | 78 (3.2%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 63 (2.1%) | 64 (2.6%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 51 (1.7%) | 70 (2.8%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 233 (7.9%) | 92 (3.7%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 214 (7.3%) | 190 (7.7%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 343 (11.7%) | 248 (10.1%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 152 (5.2%) | 224 (9.1%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 108 (3.7%) | 75 (3.0%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 204 (7.0%) | 100 (4.1%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 309 (10.5%) | 243 (9.9%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 218 (7.4%) | 100 (4.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 282 (9.6%) | 153 (6.2%) |
| $100,000+ | 169 (5.8%) | 13 (0.5%) |
| Total | 2,935 (100.0%) | 2,466 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Nanticoke
Average earnings in Nanticoke are $44,808 for men and $36,013 for women, a difference of 19.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $122,784, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $32,083. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $73,750, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $9,708.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $32,083 | $9,708 |
| High School Diploma | $40,147 | $32,182 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $44,199 | $40,647 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $60,540 | $37,375 |
| Graduate Degree | $122,784 | $73,750 |
| Total | $44,808 | $36,013 |
Family Income in Nanticoke
Family Income Brackets in Nanticoke
According to the Nanticoke family income data, there are 574 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.5% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 99 families (3.7%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 99 | 3.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 99 | 3.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 243 | 9.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 206 | 7.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 350 | 13.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 574 | 21.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 363 | 13.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 515 | 19.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 107 | 4.0% |
| $200,000+ | 115 | 4.3% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Nanticoke
4-person families (332 | 12.4%) account for the highest median family income in Nanticoke with $88,857 per family, while 2-person families (1,287 | 48.2%) have the highest median income of $29,122 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,287 (48.2%) | $58,244 |
| 3-Person Families | 745 (27.9%) | $71,823 |
| 4-Person Families | 332 (12.4%) | $88,857 |
| 5-Person Families | 269 (10.1%) | $46,658 |
| 6-Person Families | 20 (0.7%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 17 (0.6%) | $0 |
| Total | 2,670 (100.0%) | $66,207 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Nanticoke
The median family income in Nanticoke is $66,207, with families comprising 3+ earners (269) having the highest median family income of $134,784, while families with no earners (460) have the lowest median family income of $33,203, accounting for 10.1% and 17.2% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 460 (17.2%) | $33,203 |
| 1 Earner | 980 (36.7%) | $43,786 |
| 2 Earners | 961 (36.0%) | $87,991 |
| 3+ Earners | 269 (10.1%) | $134,784 |
| Total | 2,670 (100.0%) | $66,207 |
Household Income in Nanticoke
Household Income Brackets in Nanticoke
With 884 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Nanticoke, accounting for 20.1% of all households. In contrast, only 128 households (2.9%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 259 | 5.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 356 | 8.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 431 | 9.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 286 | 6.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 620 | 14.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 884 | 20.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 607 | 13.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 690 | 15.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 128 | 2.9% |
| $200,000+ | 136 | 3.1% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Nanticoke
The median household income in Nanticoke is $56,238, with the highest median household income of $77,572 found in the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 157 households (3.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $43,966, with 1,241 households (28.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 157 (3.6%) | $77,572 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,196 (27.2%) | $61,196 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,803 (41.0%) | $59,114 |
| 65+ Years | 1,241 (28.2%) | $43,966 |
| Total | 4,397 (100.0%) | $56,238 |
Poverty in Nanticoke
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Nanticoke
With 16.0% poverty level for males and 20.9% for females among the residents of Nanticoke, 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 4 males (100.0%) and 14 females (50.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 36 (15.4%) | 56 (19.8%) |
| 5 Years | 4 (100.0%) | 14 (50.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 272 (57.0%) | 168 (42.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 141 (61.8%) | 33 (20.0%) |
| 15 Years | 5 (5.3%) | 14 (18.7%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 15 (15.6%) | 3 (3.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 12 (2.3%) | 61 (16.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 44 (6.7%) | 125 (18.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 103 (16.1%) | 133 (25.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 55 (6.5%) | 44 (5.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 101 (15.4%) | 219 (27.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 16 (3.2%) | 82 (14.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 38 (13.0%) | 129 (31.5%) |
| Total | 842 (16.0%) | 1,081 (20.9%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Nanticoke
According to the poverty statistics in Nanticoke, males aged 18 to 24 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 97.7% of males and 96.5% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 197 (84.6%) | 227 (80.2%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (50.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 205 (43.0%) | 229 (57.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 87 (38.2%) | 132 (80.0%) |
| 15 Years | 89 (94.7%) | 61 (81.3%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 81 (84.4%) | 82 (96.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 520 (97.7%) | 319 (84.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 615 (93.3%) | 570 (82.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 538 (83.9%) | 380 (74.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 793 (93.5%) | 707 (94.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 556 (84.6%) | 577 (72.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 484 (96.8%) | 502 (86.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 254 (87.0%) | 281 (68.5%) |
| Total | 4,419 (84.0%) | 4,081 (79.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Nanticoke
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Nanticoke show that 2.9% or 49 of the total 1,682 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 5.5%, comprising of 31 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,024 (98.3%) | 18 (1.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 532 (94.5%) | 31 (5.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 63 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,633 (97.1%) | 49 (2.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Nanticoke
According to the poverty data in Nanticoke, 30.1% or 98 single-father households and 33.2% or 220 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 28 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 48 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 43 (30.3%) | 17 (6.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 27 (17.3%) | 155 (42.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 28 (100.0%) | 48 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 98 (30.1%) | 220 (33.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Nanticoke
The poverty data for Nanticoke shows that 49 of the married-couple family households (2.9%) and 318 of the single-parent households (32.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 31 households (5.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 76 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 18 (1.7%) | 60 (15.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 31 (5.5%) | 182 (34.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 76 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 49 (2.9%) | 318 (32.2%) |
Employment Characteristics in Nanticoke
Employment by Class of Employer in Nanticoke
Among the 4,820 employed individuals in Nanticoke, private company employees (3,540 | 73.4%), local government employees (354 | 7.3%), and not-for-profit organizations (321 | 6.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 3,540 | 73.4% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 48 | 1.0% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 172 | 3.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 321 | 6.7% |
| Local Government Employees | 354 | 7.3% |
| State Government Employees | 173 | 3.6% |
| Federal Government Employees | 212 | 4.4% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 4,820 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Nanticoke
According to the labor force statistics for Nanticoke, out of the total population over 16 years of age (8,568), 60.5% or 5,184 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.1% or 316 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 93.4% or 590 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 65 to 74 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 20.1% or 56 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 197 (46.8%) | 9 (4.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 482 (71.3%) | 77 (16.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 590 (93.4%) | 60 (10.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 539 (74.6%) | 11 (2.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 994 (86.1%) | 36 (3.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,210 (75.7%) | 23 (1.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 436 (63.6%) | 16 (3.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 382 (49.1%) | 18 (4.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 278 (25.1%) | 56 (20.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 75 (9.5%) | 10 (13.3%) |
| Total | 5,184 (60.5%) | 316 (6.1%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Nanticoke
According to labor force statistics for Nanticoke, 74.5% of individuals (4,151) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (5,572) are in the labor force, with 4.0% or 166 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 86.2% or 1,027 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.4% or 35 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 338 (44.5%) | 79 (10.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,544 (72.1%) | 124 (5.8%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,242 (84.0%) | 38 (2.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,027 (86.2%) | 7 (0.6%) |
| Total | 4,151 (74.5%) | 223 (4.0%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Nanticoke
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Nanticoke are Management (469 | 9.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (269 | 5.6%), Business & Financial (229 | 4.8%), Community & Social Service (229 | 4.8%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (186 | 3.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Nanticoke, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (66.7%), and Management (64.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (82.4%), and Community & Social Service (74.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 300 (64.0%) | 169 (36.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 119 (52.0%) | 110 (48.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 94 (50.5%) | 92 (49.5%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 21 (36.8%) | 36 (63.2%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 65 (53.7%) | 56 (46.3%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 58 (25.3%) | 171 (74.7%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 4 (66.7%) | 2 (33.3%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 48 (27.4%) | 127 (72.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 6 (17.6%) | 28 (82.4%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 133 (49.4%) | 136 (50.6%) |
| Health Technologists | 38 (32.5%) | 79 (67.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 704 (50.9%) | 678 (49.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,629 (54.7%) | 2,181 (45.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Nanticoke are Healthcare Support (234 | 4.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (182 | 3.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (166 | 3.5%), Security & Protection (139 | 2.9%), and Law Enforcement (106 | 2.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Nanticoke, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (77.4%), Security & Protection (72.7%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (61.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (81.6%), Personal Care & Service (67.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (58.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 43 (18.4%) | 191 (81.6%) |
| Security & Protection | 101 (72.7%) | 38 (27.3%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 19 (57.6%) | 14 (42.4%) |
| Law Enforcement | 82 (77.4%) | 24 (22.6%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 75 (41.2%) | 107 (58.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 102 (61.5%) | 64 (38.6%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 14 (32.6%) | 29 (67.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 335 (43.9%) | 429 (56.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,629 (54.7%) | 2,181 (45.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Nanticoke are Office & Administration (727 | 15.1%), and Sales & Related (436 | 9.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 155 (35.5%) | 281 (64.4%) |
| Office & Administration | 186 (25.6%) | 541 (74.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 341 (29.3%) | 822 (70.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,629 (54.7%) | 2,181 (45.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Nanticoke are Construction & Extraction (248 | 5.2%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (133 | 2.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (24 | 0.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 248 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 118 (88.7%) | 15 (11.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 390 (96.3%) | 15 (3.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,629 (54.7%) | 2,181 (45.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Nanticoke are Material Moving (546 | 11.4%), Production (391 | 8.1%), and Transportation (159 | 3.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 285 (72.9%) | 106 (27.1%) |
| Transportation | 116 (73.0%) | 43 (27.0%) |
| Material Moving | 458 (83.9%) | 88 (16.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 859 (78.4%) | 237 (21.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,629 (54.7%) | 2,181 (45.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Nanticoke
Employment Industries in Nanticoke
The major employment industries in Nanticoke include Retail Trade (877 | 18.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (659 | 13.7%), Manufacturing (550 | 11.4%), Transportation & Warehousing (444 | 9.2%), and Public Administration (342 | 7.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Nanticoke
The Nanticoke industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (96.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (81.9%), and Finance & Insurance (72.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 216 (92.3%) | 18 (7.7%) |
| Manufacturing | 398 (72.4%) | 152 (27.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 176 (96.2%) | 7 (3.8%) |
| Retail Trade | 533 (60.8%) | 344 (39.2%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 253 (57.0%) | 191 (43.0%) |
| Utilities | 40 (57.1%) | 30 (42.9%) |
| Information | 58 (66.7%) | 29 (33.3%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 58 (28.0%) | 149 (72.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 72 (60.5%) | 47 (39.5%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 128 (58.7%) | 90 (41.3%) |
| Educational Services | 85 (31.4%) | 186 (68.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 119 (18.1%) | 540 (81.9%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 48 (40.3%) | 71 (59.7%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 146 (68.2%) | 68 (31.8%) |
| Public Administration | 192 (56.1%) | 150 (43.9%) |
| Total | 2,629 (54.7%) | 2,181 (45.3%) |
Education in Nanticoke
School Enrollment in Nanticoke
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,395 students in Nanticoke are middle school (550 | 23.0%), elementary school (510 | 21.3%), and high school (455 | 19.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 146 | 6.1% |
| Kindergarten | 129 | 5.4% |
| Elementary School | 510 | 21.3% |
| Middle School | 550 | 23.0% |
| High School | 455 | 19.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 424 | 17.7% |
| Graduate / Professional | 181 | 7.6% |
| Total | 2,395 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Nanticoke
Out of a total of 2,395 students who are enrolled in schools in Nanticoke, 445 (18.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,950 (81.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 80 (76.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 615 (98.6% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 64 (56.1%) | 50 (43.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 615 (98.6%) | 9 (1.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 500 (84.8%) | 90 (15.2%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 332 (94.1%) | 21 (5.9%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 92 (63.0%) | 54 (37.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 181 (65.8%) | 94 (34.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 140 (74.5%) | 48 (25.5%) |
| 35 Years and over | 25 (23.8%) | 80 (76.2%) |
| Total | 1,950 (81.4%) | 445 (18.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Nanticoke
Business (359 | 21.6%), arts & humanities (279 | 16.8%), education (277 | 16.7%), science & technology (101 | 6.1%), and communications (93 | 5.6%) are the most common fields of study among 1,660 individuals in Nanticoke who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 90 | 5.4% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 53 | 3.2% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 28 | 1.7% |
| Psychology | 78 | 4.7% |
| Social Sciences | 69 | 4.2% |
| Engineering | 58 | 3.5% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 101 | 6.1% |
| Business | 359 | 21.6% |
| Education | 277 | 16.7% |
| Literature & Languages | 56 | 3.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 63 | 3.8% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 56 | 3.4% |
| Communications | 93 | 5.6% |
| Arts & Humanities | 279 | 16.8% |
| Total | 1,660 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Nanticoke
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Nanticoke
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Nanticoke are males with 2 vehicles (1,050, accounting for 39.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (908, making up 49.3%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 205 (7.6%) | 77 (3.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 622 (23.1%) | 480 (22.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,050 (39.0%) | 908 (42.6%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 563 (20.9%) | 468 (22.0%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 250 (9.3%) | 197 (9.2%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,690 (100.0%) | 2,130 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Nanticoke
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Nanticoke are 20 to 24 minutes (903 commuters, 20.0%), 15 to 19 minutes (631 commuters, 13.9%), and 5 to 9 minutes (623 commuters, 13.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 211 | 4.7% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 623 | 13.8% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 579 | 12.8% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 631 | 13.9% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 903 | 20.0% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 394 | 8.7% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 420 | 9.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 133 | 2.9% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 130 | 2.9% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 250 | 5.5% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 178 | 3.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 73 | 1.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Nanticoke
The most common commute times in Nanticoke are 20 to 24 minutes (401 commuters, 15.6%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (502 commuters, 25.6%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 146 (5.7%) | 65 (3.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 196 (7.6%) | 427 (21.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 381 (14.8%) | 198 (10.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 358 (14.0%) | 273 (13.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 401 (15.6%) | 502 (25.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 258 (10.1%) | 136 (7.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 267 (10.4%) | 153 (7.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 55 (2.1%) | 78 (4.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 97 (3.8%) | 33 (1.7%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 208 (8.1%) | 42 (2.1%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 134 (5.2%) | 44 (2.2%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 66 (2.6%) | 7 (0.4%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Nanticoke
The most frequent times of departure to work in Nanticoke are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (387, 15.1%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (458, 23.4%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 158 (6.2%) | 27 (1.4%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 101 (3.9%) | 59 (3.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 223 (8.7%) | 39 (2.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 338 (13.2%) | 182 (9.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 213 (8.3%) | 133 (6.8%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 387 (15.1%) | 252 (12.9%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 364 (14.2%) | 458 (23.4%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 118 (4.6%) | 250 (12.8%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 74 (2.9%) | 79 (4.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 79 (3.1%) | 123 (6.3%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 39 (1.5%) | 63 (3.2%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 5 (0.2%) | 15 (0.8%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 246 (9.6%) | 141 (7.2%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 222 (8.6%) | 137 (7.0%) |
| Total | 2,567 (100.0%) | 1,958 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Nanticoke
Occupancy by Ownership in Nanticoke
Of the total 4,397 dwellings in Nanticoke, owner-occupied units account for 2,630 (59.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,767 (40.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,630 | 59.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,767 | 40.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 4,397 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Nanticoke
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,336 | 30.4% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,459 | 33.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 859 | 19.5% |
| 4+ Person Household | 743 | 16.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 4,397 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Nanticoke
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 645 (48.3%) | 691 (51.7%) |
| 2-Person Household | 932 (63.9%) | 527 (36.1%) |
| 3-Person Household | 581 (67.6%) | 278 (32.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 472 (63.5%) | 271 (36.5%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,630 (59.8%) | 1,767 (40.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Nanticoke
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 275 (41.9%) | 382 (58.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,005 (59.8%) | 676 (40.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 730 (60.9%) | 469 (39.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 620 (72.1%) | 240 (27.9%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Nanticoke
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 757 | 17.2% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 596 | 13.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 951 | 21.6% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 852 | 19.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 738 | 16.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 381 | 8.7% |
| 85 Years and Over | 122 | 2.8% |
| Total | 4,397 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Nanticoke
Median Income by Occupancy in Nanticoke
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,630 (59.8%) | $69,088 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,767 (40.2%) | $37,031 |
| Average | 4,397 (100.0%) | $56,238 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Nanticoke
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 57 (2.2%) | 159 (9.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 8 (0.3%) | 35 (2.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 78 (3.0%) | 277 (15.7%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 137 (5.2%) | 125 (7.1%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 80 (3.0%) | 88 (5.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 119 (4.5%) | 167 (9.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 351 (13.4%) | 267 (15.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 603 (22.9%) | 281 (15.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 420 (16.0%) | 188 (10.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 517 (19.7%) | 174 (9.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 260 (9.9%) | 6 (0.3%) |
| Total | 2,630 (100.0%) | 1,767 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Nanticoke
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 134 (5.1%) | 197 (11.2%) |
| $300 to $499 | 614 (23.4%) | 227 (12.9%) |
| $500 to $799 | 764 (29.0%) | 490 (27.7%) |
| $800 to $999 | 343 (13.0%) | 223 (12.6%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 545 (20.7%) | 338 (19.1%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 125 (4.8%) | 211 (11.9%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 55 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 26 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 24 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,630 (100.0%) | 1,767 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Nanticoke
Housing Structures in Nanticoke
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,564 | 58.3% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 750 | 17.1% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 293 | 6.7% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 359 | 8.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 96 | 2.2% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 328 | 7.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 7 | 0.2% |
| Total | 4,397 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Nanticoke
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,139 (83.4%) | 425 (16.6%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 394 (52.5%) | 356 (47.5%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 76 (25.9%) | 217 (74.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 21 (5.9%) | 338 (94.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 96 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 328 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Total | 2,630 (59.8%) | 1,767 (40.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Nanticoke
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 55 (3.1%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 11 (0.4%) | 328 (18.6%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 352 (13.4%) | 669 (37.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,488 (56.6%) | 596 (33.7%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 779 (29.6%) | 119 (6.7%) |
| Total | 2,630 (100.0%) | 1,767 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Nanticoke
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,951 (74.2%) | 1,061 (60.1%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 27 (1.0%) | 23 (1.3%) |
| Electricity | 454 (17.3%) | 494 (28.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 156 (5.9%) | 121 (6.9%) |
| Coal or Coke | 36 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 6 (0.2%) | 29 (1.6%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (2.2%) |
| Total | 2,630 (100.0%) | 1,767 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Nanticoke
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 143 (5.4%) | 381 (21.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 791 (30.1%) | 942 (53.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,055 (40.1%) | 427 (24.2%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 641 (24.4%) | 17 (1.0%) |
| Total | 2,630 (100.0%) | 1,767 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Nanticoke
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Nanticoke
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,389 | 1,241 |
| Median Property Value | $95,800 | $95,900 |
| Median Household Income | $56,274 | $169 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $497 | $11 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,677 | $44 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Nanticoke
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 141 (10.2%) | 91 (7.3%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 645 (46.4%) | 595 (47.9%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 582 (41.9%) | 533 (42.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 21 (1.5%) | 22 (1.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,389 (100.0%) | 1,241 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Nanticoke
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 55 (4.0%) | 60 (4.8%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 220 (15.8%) | 10 (0.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 90 (6.5%) | 75 (6.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 220 (15.8%) | 29 (2.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 383 (27.6%) | 131 (10.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 148 (10.7%) | 220 (17.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 182 (13.1%) | 272 (21.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 91 (6.6%) | 335 (27.0%) |
| Total | 1,389 (100.0%) | 1,241 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Nanticoke
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 735 (52.9%) | 90,281 (7,274.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 197 (14.2%) | 996 (80.3%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 177 (12.7%) | 143 (11.5%) |
| 4.0x or more | 248 (17.8%) | 23 (1.8%) |
| Total | 1,389 (100.0%) | 1,241 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Nanticoke
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 115 (8.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 440 (31.7%) | 83 (6.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 760 (54.7%) | 351 (28.3%) |
| Total | 1,389 (100.0%) | 1,241 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Nanticoke
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Nanticoke
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 592 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,688 (99.7%) | 6 (0.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 811 (84.3%) | 151 (15.7%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,153 (95.5%) | 55 (4.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,039 (92.8%) | 80 (7.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,573 (98.4%) | 26 (1.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,416 (97.5%) | 37 (2.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,080 (99.6%) | 4 (0.4%) |
| 75 Years and older | 702 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10,054 (96.6%) | 359 (3.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Nanticoke
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 592 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,688 (99.7%) | 6 (0.4%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 811 (84.3%) | 151 (15.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Nanticoke
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,932 (96.6%) | 69 (3.5%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,960 (97.4%) | 53 (2.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,979 (96.4%) | 74 (3.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,381 (94.7%) | 77 (5.3%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,799 (97.0%) | 86 (3.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Nanticoke
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 370 (62.5%) | 260 (43.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,055 (62.3%) | 764 (45.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 275 (28.6%) | 569 (59.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 328 (27.2%) | 887 (73.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 305 (27.3%) | 821 (73.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 395 (24.7%) | 1,183 (74.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 653 (44.9%) | 863 (59.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,048 (96.7%) | 651 (60.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 667 (95.0%) | 524 (74.6%) |
| Total | 5,096 (48.9%) | 6,522 (62.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Nanticoke
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 31 (11.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 289 (32.2%) | 128 (16.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 118 (10.1%) | 75 (7.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 421 (19.9%) | 467 (22.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 140 (28.0%) | 193 (33.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 123 (42.1%) | 205 (50.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Nanticoke
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 21 (8.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 65 (3.1%) | 22 (1.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 76 (15.2%) | 50 (8.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 59 (20.2%) | 108 (26.3%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 10 (3.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 59 (6.6%) | 44 (5.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 5 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 181 (8.6%) | 70 (3.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 14 (2.8%) | 36 (6.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 27 (9.2%) | 32 (7.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 289 (32.2%) | 78 (10.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 71 (6.1%) | 60 (5.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 124 (5.9%) | 227 (11.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 38 (7.6%) | 22 (3.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 50 (12.2%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (0.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 13 (1.1%) | 9 (0.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 88 (4.2%) | 292 (14.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 84 (16.8%) | 78 (13.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 86 (29.4%) | 102 (24.9%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 104 (11.6%) | 31 (4.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 13 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 13 (0.6%) | 77 (3.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 52 (10.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 22 (7.5%) | 24 (5.9%) |
Technology Access in Nanticoke
Computing Device Access in Nanticoke
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 3,014 | 68.5% |
| Smartphone | 3,433 | 78.1% |
| Tablet | 2,373 | 54.0% |
| No Computing Device | 639 | 14.5% |
| Total | 4,397 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Nanticoke
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 14 | 0.3% |
| Broadband Home | 2,821 | 64.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 643 | 14.6% |
| Satellite Internet | 199 | 4.5% |
| No Internet | 816 | 18.6% |
| Total | 4,397 | 100.0% |
Nanticoke Summary
Nanticoke is a city located in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is located along the Susquehanna River, approximately 10 miles south of Wilkes-Barre. The population was 10,465 at the 2010 census.
History
Nanticoke was first settled in 1776 by a group of Welsh immigrants. The city was originally known as "New Cardiff" and was later renamed Nanticoke after the Nanticoke Indians, a tribe of the Algonquian-speaking people who lived in the area. The city was incorporated in 1874.
Nanticoke was an important industrial center in the early 20th century, with several coal mines and factories. The city was home to the Nanticoke Iron Works, which produced steel for the U.S. Navy during World War II. The city also had a large silk mill, which closed in the 1950s.
Geography
Nanticoke is located at 41°10'45"N 76°1'45"W (41.179167, -76.029167). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.2 square miles (5.7 km2), all of it land.
Economy
Nanticoke's economy is largely based on manufacturing and services. The city is home to several factories, including a paper mill, a plastics plant, and a steel mill. The city also has a number of retail stores and restaurants.
Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 10,465 people, 4,541 households, and 2,717 families residing in the city. The population density was 4,717.2 people per square mile (1,822.2/km2). There were 4,945 housing units at an average density of 2,232.2 per square mile (862.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.9% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 0.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.
There were 4,541 households, out of which 24.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.2% were married couples living together, 14.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 41.2% were non-families. 35.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 2.94.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 26.2% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 20.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 83.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $27,813, and the median income for a family was $35,938. Males had a median income of $30,917 versus $21,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,945. About 13.2% of families and 16.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Nanticoke?
Total Population of Nanticoke is 10,606.
What is the Total Male Population of Nanticoke?
Total Male Population of Nanticoke is 5,351.
What is the Total Female Population of Nanticoke?
Total Female Population of Nanticoke is 5,255.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Nanticoke?
There are 101.83 Males per 100 Females in Nanticoke.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Nanticoke?
There are 98.21 Females per 100 Males in Nanticoke.
What is the Median Population Age in Nanticoke?
Median Population Age in Nanticoke is 42.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Nanticoke
Average Family Size in Nanticoke is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Nanticoke
Average Household Size in Nanticoke is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Nanticoke?
Per Capita income in Nanticoke is $30,101.
What is the Median Family Income in Nanticoke?
Median Family Income in Nanticoke is $66,207.
What is the Median Household income in Nanticoke?
Median Household Income in Nanticoke is $56,238.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Nanticoke?
Income or Wage Gap in Nanticoke is 16.1%.
Women in Nanticoke earn 83.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Nanticoke?
Family Income Deficit in Nanticoke is $11,748.
Families that are below poverty line in Nanticoke earn $11,748 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Nanticoke?
Inequality or Gini Index in Nanticoke is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Nanticoke?
There are 5,184 People in the Labor Forcein in Nanticoke.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Nanticoke?
60.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Nanticoke.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Nanticoke?
Unemployment Rate in Nanticoke is 6.1%.