Hecla, SD

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Hecla Overview

257
TOTAL POPULATION
85
MALE POPULATION
172
FEMALE POPULATION
49.42
MALES / 100 FEMALES
202.35
FEMALES / 100 MALES
63.7
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$23,844
PER CAPITA INCOME
$62,917
AVG FAMILY INCOME
65.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
34.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$16,256
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
138
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

Hecla Zip Codes

Hecla Area Codes

Race in Hecla

The most populous races in Hecla are White / Caucasian (228 | 88.7%), Asian (22 | 8.6%), and Some other Race (7 | 2.7%).
Race in Hecla
Race# Population% Population
Asian228.6%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino51.9%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian22888.7%
Two or more Races00.0%
Some other Race72.7%
Total257100.0%

Ancestry in Hecla

The most populous ancestries reported in Hecla are German (122 | 47.5%), Korean (22 | 8.6%), English (21 | 8.2%), American (13 | 5.1%), and Irish (12 | 4.7%), together accounting for 73.9% of all Hecla residents.
Ancestry in Hecla
Ancestry# Population% Population
American135.1%
English218.2%
Finnish62.3%
German12247.5%
Irish124.7%
Korean228.6%
Mexican51.9%
Norwegian41.6%
Russian103.9%
Swedish51.9%
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Immigrants in Hecla

Immigrants in Hecla
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Hecla

Sex and Age in Hecla

The most populous age groups in Hecla are 65 to 69 Years (20 | 23.5%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (44 | 25.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Hecla
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)19 (11.1%)
5 to 9 Years0 (0.0%)3 (1.7%)
10 to 14 Years2 (2.4%)7 (4.1%)
15 to 19 Years2 (2.4%)6 (3.5%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years6 (7.1%)6 (3.5%)
30 to 34 Years2 (2.4%)1 (0.6%)
35 to 39 Years3 (3.5%)28 (16.3%)
40 to 44 Years3 (3.5%)2 (1.2%)
45 to 49 Years2 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
50 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)9 (5.2%)
55 to 59 Years4 (4.7%)11 (6.4%)
60 to 64 Years11 (12.9%)22 (12.8%)
65 to 69 Years20 (23.5%)44 (25.6%)
70 to 74 Years16 (18.8%)7 (4.1%)
75 to 79 Years4 (4.7%)5 (2.9%)
80 to 84 Years4 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over6 (7.1%)2 (1.2%)
Total85 (100.0%)172 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Hecla

Median Family Size in Hecla

Median Family Size in Hecla
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple67 (100.0%)2.81
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother0 (0.0%)-
Total Families67 (100.0%)2.81

Median Household Size in Hecla

Median Household Size in Hecla
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple67 (49.6%)2.81
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother0 (0.0%)-
Non-family68 (50.4%)1.01
Total Households135 (100.0%)1.90

Household Size by Marriage Status in Hecla

Out of a total of 135 households in Hecla, 67 (49.6%) are family households, while 68 (50.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 55, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 67.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Hecla
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-67 (49.6%)
2-Person Households55 (40.7%)1 (0.7%)
3-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households2 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households10 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total67 (49.6%)68 (50.4%)

Female Fertility in Hecla

Fertility by Age in Hecla

Average fertility rate in Hecla is 186.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 857.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 75.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Hecla
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years6 (75.0%)857.0
35 to 50 years2 (25.0%)67.0
Total8 (100.0%)186.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Hecla

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Hecla
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Hecla

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Hecla
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree8 (100.0%)216.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total8 (100.0%)186.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Hecla

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Hecla
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Hecla

Income Overview in Hecla

CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income257$23,844
Median Family Income67$62,917
Mean Family Income67$61,922
Median Household Income135$0
Mean Household Income135$41,425
Income Deficit67$16,256
Wage / Income Gap (%)25765.64%
Wage / Income Gap ($)25734.36¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2570.43

Earnings by Sex in Hecla

Average Earnings in Hecla are $21,875, $49,063 for men and $16,857 for women, a difference of 65.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Hecla
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male53 (33.3%)$49,063
Female106 (66.7%)$16,857
Total159 (100.0%)$21,875

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Hecla

The most common earnings brackets in Hecla are $2,500 to $4,999 for men (9 | 17.0%) and $15,000 to $17,499 for women (35 | 33.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Hecla
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)5 (4.7%)
$2,500 to $4,9999 (17.0%)2 (1.9%)
$5,000 to $7,4995 (9.4%)9 (8.5%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)2 (1.9%)
$10,000 to $12,4992 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)9 (8.5%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)35 (33.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)2 (1.9%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9992 (3.8%)27 (25.5%)
$30,000 to $34,9992 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)4 (3.8%)
$40,000 to $44,9991 (1.9%)11 (10.4%)
$45,000 to $49,9997 (13.2%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9995 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9998 (15.1%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9998 (15.1%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9993 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+1 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total53 (100.0%)106 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Hecla

Average earnings in Hecla are $49,063 for men and $16,643 for women, a difference of 66.1%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $51,000, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $46,250. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $16,750, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $14,286.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Hecla
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$51,000$14,286
College or Associate's Degree$46,250$16,750
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$49,063$16,643

Family Income in Hecla

Family Income Brackets in Hecla

According to the Hecla family income data, there are 21 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 31.3% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Hecla
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00011.5%
$10,000 to $14,99969.0%
$15,000 to $24,99946.0%
$25,000 to $34,99957.5%
$35,000 to $49,99946.0%
$50,000 to $74,9992131.3%
$75,000 to $99,9991725.4%
$100,000 to $149,999811.9%
$150,000 to $199,99911.5%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Hecla

2-person families (55 | 82.1%) account for the highest median family income in Hecla with $62,917 per family, while 2-person families (55 | 82.1%) have the highest median income of $31,458 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Hecla
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families55 (82.1%)$62,917
3-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
4-Person Families2 (3.0%)$0
5-Person Families10 (14.9%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total67 (100.0%)$62,917

Family Income by Number of Earners in Hecla

Family Income by Number of Earners in Hecla
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners11 (16.4%)$0
1 Earner24 (35.8%)$57,000
2 Earners32 (47.8%)$71,250
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total67 (100.0%)$62,917

Household Income in Hecla

Household Income Brackets in Hecla

With 40 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Hecla, accounting for 29.6% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Hecla
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00096.7%
$10,000 to $14,9991410.4%
$15,000 to $24,9994029.6%
$25,000 to $34,99975.2%
$35,000 to $49,9991511.1%
$50,000 to $74,9992317.0%
$75,000 to $99,9991813.3%
$100,000 to $149,99985.9%
$150,000 to $199,99910.7%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Hecla

The median household income in Hecla is $0, with the highest median household income of $77,500 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 16 households (11.8%) 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 6 households (4.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Hecla
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years6 (4.4%)$0
25 to 44 Years16 (11.8%)$77,500
45 to 64 Years33 (24.4%)$49,375
65+ Years80 (59.3%)$0
Total135 (100.0%)$0

Poverty in Hecla

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Hecla

With 16.5% poverty level for males and 20.9% for females among the residents of Hecla, 25 to 34 year old males and 25 to 34 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 6 males (75.0%) and 6 females (85.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Hecla
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)16 (84.2%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years6 (75.0%)6 (85.7%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)7 (77.8%)
55 to 64 Years4 (26.7%)4 (12.1%)
65 to 74 Years1 (2.8%)1 (2.0%)
75 Years and over3 (21.4%)2 (28.6%)
Total14 (16.5%)36 (20.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Hecla

According to the poverty statistics in Hecla, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 6 to 11 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Hecla
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)3 (15.8%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years2 (100.0%)3 (100.0%)
15 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years2 (25.0%)1 (14.3%)
35 to 44 Years6 (100.0%)30 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years2 (100.0%)2 (22.2%)
55 to 64 Years11 (73.3%)29 (87.9%)
65 to 74 Years35 (97.2%)50 (98.0%)
75 Years and over11 (78.6%)5 (71.4%)
Total71 (83.5%)136 (79.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Hecla

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Hecla show that 13.4% or 9 of the total 67 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 60.0%, comprising of 6 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Hecla
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children52 (94.6%)3 (5.4%)
1 or 2 Children2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children4 (40.0%)6 (60.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total58 (86.6%)9 (13.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Hecla

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

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Hecla
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children3 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children6 (60.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (13.4%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Hecla

Employment by Class of Employer in Hecla

Among the 130 employed individuals in Hecla, private company employees (68 | 52.3%), self-employed (not incorporated) (25 | 19.2%), and local government employees (17 | 13.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Hecla
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees6852.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)64.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2519.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations1410.8%
Local Government Employees1713.1%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total130100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Hecla

Employment Status by Age in Hecla
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years6 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years4 (36.4%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years14 (93.3%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years18 (54.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years50 (57.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over1 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total138 (61.6%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Hecla

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Hecla
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma23 (69.7%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree56 (75.7%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total81 (73.6%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Hecla

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Hecla are Management (16 | 11.6%), Community & Social Service (2 | 1.5%), Education Instruction & Library (2 | 1.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (2 | 1.5%), and Health Technologists (2 | 1.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Hecla

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Hecla, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Hecla
OccupationMaleFemale
Management10 (62.5%)6 (37.5%)
Business & Financial1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total (Category)12 (54.5%)10 (45.5%)
Total (Overall)37 (26.8%)101 (73.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Hecla are Cleaning & Maintenance (23 | 16.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (10 | 7.2%), Personal Care & Service (4 | 2.9%), and Healthcare Support (1 | 0.7%).
Services Occupations in Hecla

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Hecla
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance1 (4.3%)22 (95.7%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total (Category)1 (2.6%)37 (97.4%)
Total (Overall)37 (26.8%)101 (73.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Hecla are Sales & Related (47 | 34.1%), and Office & Administration (10 | 7.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Hecla

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Hecla
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)47 (100.0%)
Office & Administration5 (50.0%)5 (50.0%)
Total (Category)5 (8.8%)52 (91.2%)
Total (Overall)37 (26.8%)101 (73.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Hecla are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (6 | 4.3%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (1 | 0.7%), and Construction & Extraction (1 | 0.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Hecla

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Hecla
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)37 (26.8%)101 (73.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Hecla are Production (8 | 5.8%), Transportation (3 | 2.2%), and Material Moving (2 | 1.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Hecla

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Hecla
OccupationMaleFemale
Production8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total (Category)11 (84.6%)2 (15.4%)
Total (Overall)37 (26.8%)101 (73.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Hecla

Employment Industries in Hecla

The major employment industries in Hecla include Wholesale Trade (35 | 25.4%), Retail Trade (16 | 11.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (13 | 9.4%), Accommodation & Food Services (12 | 8.7%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (10 | 7.2%).
Employment Industries in Hecla

Employment Industries by Sex in Hecla

The Hecla industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Manufacturing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Educational Services (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Hecla
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
Retail Trade2 (12.5%)14 (87.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance3 (23.1%)10 (76.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services2 (16.7%)10 (83.3%)
Public Administration1 (20.0%)4 (80.0%)
Total37 (26.8%)101 (73.2%)

Education in Hecla

School Enrollment in Hecla

The most common levels of schooling among the 14 students in Hecla are middle school (9 | 64.3%), elementary school (3 | 21.4%), and high school (2 | 14.3%).
School Enrollment in Hecla
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School321.4%
Middle School964.3%
High School214.3%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total14100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Hecla

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Hecla
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Hecla

Education (6 | 54.5%), business (2 | 18.2%), psychology (1 | 9.1%), social sciences (1 | 9.1%), and science & technology (1 | 9.1%) are the most common fields of study among 11 individuals in Hecla who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Hecla
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology19.1%
Social Sciences19.1%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology19.1%
Business218.2%
Education654.5%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total11100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Hecla

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Hecla

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Hecla are males with 2 vehicles (22, accounting for 71.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (61, making up 22.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Hecla
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle5 (16.1%)30 (30.3%)
2 Vehicles22 (71.0%)61 (61.6%)
3 Vehicles4 (12.9%)8 (8.1%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total31 (100.0%)99 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Hecla

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Hecla are less than 5 minutes (59 commuters, 55.7%), 5 to 9 minutes (16 commuters, 15.1%), and 20 to 24 minutes (7 commuters, 6.6%).
Commute Time in Hecla
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes5955.7%
5 to 9 Minutes1615.1%
10 to 14 Minutes65.7%
15 to 19 Minutes00.0%
20 to 24 Minutes76.6%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes65.7%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes21.9%
45 to 59 Minutes32.8%
60 to 89 Minutes76.6%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Hecla

The most common commute times in Hecla are less than 5 minutes (10 commuters, 32.3%) for males and less than 5 minutes (49 commuters, 65.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Hecla
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes10 (32.3%)49 (65.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes6 (19.4%)10 (13.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)6 (8.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes1 (3.2%)6 (8.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes4 (12.9%)2 (2.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes2 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes3 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes5 (16.1%)2 (2.7%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Hecla

The most frequent times of departure to work in Hecla are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (8, 25.8%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (41, 54.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Hecla
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM3 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM4 (12.9%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM6 (19.4%)41 (54.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM8 (25.8%)13 (17.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM8 (25.8%)6 (8.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)7 (9.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)2 (2.7%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM2 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)6 (8.0%)
Total31 (100.0%)75 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Hecla

Occupancy by Ownership in Hecla

Of the total 135 dwellings in Hecla, owner-occupied units account for 131 (97.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 4 (3.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Hecla
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units13197.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units43.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units135100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Hecla

Occupancy by Household Size in Hecla
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household6749.6%
2-Person Household5641.5%
3-Person Household00.0%
4+ Person Household128.9%
Total Housing Units135100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Hecla

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Hecla
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household65 (97.0%)2 (3.0%)
2-Person Household55 (98.2%)1 (1.8%)
3-Person Household0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household11 (91.7%)1 (8.3%)
Total Housing Units131 (97.0%)4 (3.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Hecla

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Hecla
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma37 (92.5%)3 (7.5%)
College/Associate Degree84 (98.8%)1 (1.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Hecla

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Hecla
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years139.6%
35 to 44 Years96.7%
45 to 54 Years85.9%
55 to 64 Years2518.5%
65 to 74 Years6245.9%
75 to 84 Years107.4%
85 Years and Over85.9%
Total135100.0%

Housing Finances in Hecla

Median Income by Occupancy in Hecla

Median Income by Occupancy in Hecla
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied131 (97.0%)$0
Renter-Occupied4 (3.0%)$0
Average135 (100.0%)$0

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Hecla

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Hecla
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0009 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99914 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99937 (28.2%)2 (50.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9991 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9997 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99914 (10.7%)1 (25.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99923 (17.6%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99917 (13.0%)1 (25.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9998 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more1 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total131 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Hecla

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Hecla
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3007 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49969 (52.7%)1 (25.0%)
$500 to $79927 (20.6%)1 (25.0%)
$800 to $99916 (12.2%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,4998 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9994 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total131 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Hecla

Housing Structures in Hecla

Housing Structures in Hecla
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached12894.8%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments10.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other64.4%
Total135100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Hecla

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Hecla
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached126 (98.4%)2 (1.6%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other5 (83.3%)1 (16.7%)
Total131 (97.0%)4 (3.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Hecla

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Hecla
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms1 (0.8%)1 (25.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms19 (14.5%)0 (0.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms87 (66.4%)2 (50.0%)
8 or more Rooms24 (18.3%)1 (25.0%)
Total131 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Hecla

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Hecla
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas90 (68.7%)3 (75.0%)
Electricity27 (20.6%)1 (25.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene13 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels1 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total131 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Hecla

Household Vehicle Usage in Hecla
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle31 (23.7%)1 (25.0%)
2 Vehicles79 (60.3%)2 (50.0%)
3 or more Vehicles21 (16.0%)1 (25.0%)
Total131 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Hecla

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Hecla

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units11318
Median Property Value$47,600$0
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$365$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,110$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Hecla

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Hecla
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00065 (57.5%)8 (44.4%)
$50,000 to $99,99939 (34.5%)2 (11.1%)
$100,000 to $299,9999 (8.0%)8 (44.4%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total113 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Hecla

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Hecla
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0009 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99940 (35.4%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9997 (6.2%)12 (66.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99914 (12.4%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99923 (20.3%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99912 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9998 (7.1%)5 (27.8%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total113 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Hecla

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Hecla
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x54 (47.8%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x44 (38.9%)1 (5.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x4 (3.5%)12 (66.7%)
4.0x or more11 (9.7%)1 (5.6%)
Total113 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Hecla

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Hecla
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80031 (27.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49958 (51.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49922 (19.5%)10 (55.6%)
Total113 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Hecla

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hecla

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hecla
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years18 (94.7%)1 (5.3%)
6 to 18 Years14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years14 (38.9%)22 (61.1%)
45 to 54 Years11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years87 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total219 (85.2%)38 (14.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Hecla

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Hecla
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born18 (94.7%)1 (5.3%)
Foreign Born, Citizen14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Hecla

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Hecla
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00079 (86.8%)12 (13.2%)
$25,000 to $49,99932 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99939 (63.9%)22 (36.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99948 (92.3%)4 (7.7%)
$100,000 and over21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hecla

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hecla
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 618 (94.7%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years4 (28.6%)10 (71.4%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years6 (16.7%)11 (30.6%)
45 to 54 Years1 (9.1%)11 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years2 (4.2%)48 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years86 (98.9%)58 (66.7%)
75 Years and over21 (100.0%)13 (61.9%)
Total138 (53.7%)157 (61.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Hecla

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Hecla
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years4 (17.4%)8 (11.1%)
65 to 74 Years15 (41.7%)5 (9.8%)
75 Years and over9 (64.3%)4 (57.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Hecla

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Hecla: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years4 (17.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years13 (36.1%)3 (5.9%)
75 Years and over6 (42.9%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Hecla: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years3 (8.3%)1 (2.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)4 (57.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Hecla: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)1 (2.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Hecla: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)7 (9.7%)
65 to 74 Years4 (11.1%)1 (2.0%)
75 Years and over4 (28.6%)4 (57.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Hecla: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over2 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Hecla

Computing Device Access in Hecla

Computing Device Access in Hecla
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop11484.4%
Smartphone10477.0%
Tablet9268.1%
No Computing Device64.4%
Total135100.0%

Internet Access in Hecla

Internet Access in Hecla
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet21.5%
Broadband Home11585.2%
Cellular Data Only85.9%
Satellite Internet53.7%
No Internet107.4%
Total135100.0%

Hecla Summary

Hecla, South Dakota is a small town located in Brown County, in the northeastern part of the state. It is situated on the banks of the James River, about 20 miles south of Aberdeen. The town was founded in 1883 by a group of Norwegian immigrants, and was named after the Hecla Mining Company, which was based in Norway.
Hecla has a population of about 500 people, and is a rural community. The town is home to a variety of businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, a bank, a post office, and a few restaurants. The town also has a small airport, and is served by a few bus lines.
Geographically, Hecla is located in the James River Valley, which is a flat, open area with rolling hills and prairies. The town is surrounded by farmland, and is located near the James River, which is a popular spot for fishing and boating. The town is also close to the Missouri River, which is a major source of water for the area.
The economy of Hecla is largely based on agriculture, with the majority of the population employed in farming and ranching. The town also has a few small businesses, such as a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants. The town is also home to a few manufacturing companies, such as a furniture factory and a metal fabrication plant.
The demographics of Hecla are largely white, with a small percentage of African Americans and Native Americans. The median household income is around $35,000, and the median home value is around $90,000. The town has a low unemployment rate, and the majority of the population is employed in the agricultural sector.
Hecla is a small, rural town with a rich history and a strong sense of community. The town is home to a variety of businesses, and is surrounded by farmland and the James River. The town has a low unemployment rate, and the majority of the population is employed in the agricultural sector. The town is also home to a few manufacturing companies, and the median household income is around $35,000. Hecla is a great place to live, work, and raise a family.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Hecla?
Total Population of Hecla is 257.
What is the Total Male Population of Hecla?
Total Male Population of Hecla is 85.
What is the Total Female Population of Hecla?
Total Female Population of Hecla is 172.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Hecla?
There are 49.42 Males per 100 Females in Hecla.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Hecla?
There are 202.35 Females per 100 Males in Hecla.
What is the Median Population Age in Hecla?
Median Population Age in Hecla is 63.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Hecla
Average Family Size in Hecla is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Hecla
Average Household Size in Hecla is 1.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Hecla?
Per Capita income in Hecla is $23,844.
What is the Median Family Income in Hecla?
Median Family Income in Hecla is $62,917.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Hecla?
Income or Wage Gap in Hecla is 65.6%.
Women in Hecla earn 34.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Hecla?
Family Income Deficit in Hecla is $16,256.
Families that are below poverty line in Hecla earn $16,256 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Hecla?
Inequality or Gini Index in Hecla is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Hecla?
There are 138 People in the Labor Forcein in Hecla.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Hecla?
61.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Hecla.