Poquoson, VA

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Poquoson Overview

12,479
TOTAL POPULATION
6,277
MALE POPULATION
6,202
FEMALE POPULATION
101.21
MALES / 100 FEMALES
98.81
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$47,329
PER CAPITA INCOME
$121,086
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$114,503
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
23.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
76.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.35
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
6,532
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Poquoson Zip Codes

Poquoson Area Codes

Race in Poquoson

The most populous races in Poquoson are White / Caucasian (11,544 | 92.5%), Hispanic or Latino (424 | 3.4%), and Two or more Races (361 | 2.9%).
Race in Poquoson
Race# Population% Population
Asian2612.1%
Black / African American2251.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino4243.4%
Native / Alaskan140.1%
White / Caucasian11,54492.5%
Two or more Races3612.9%
Some other Race740.6%
Total12,479100.0%

Ancestry in Poquoson

The most populous ancestries reported in Poquoson are English (2,414 | 19.3%), German (1,319 | 10.6%), Irish (1,235 | 9.9%), American (1,202 | 9.6%), and Italian (1,025 | 8.2%), together accounting for 57.7% of all Poquoson residents.
Ancestry in Poquoson
Ancestry# Population% Population
Albanian80.1%
American1,2029.6%
Arab110.1%
Austrian100.1%
Bhutanese330.3%
Brazilian150.1%
British1371.1%
Burmese1271.0%
Canadian250.2%
Central American340.3%
Cherokee570.5%
Chippewa100.1%
Colombian120.1%
Croatian90.1%
Danish70.1%
Dutch910.7%
Eastern European650.5%
English2,41419.3%
Estonian160.1%
European7476.0%
French2752.2%
French Canadian260.2%
German1,31910.6%
Greek760.6%
Hungarian480.4%
Indian (Asian)440.4%
Irish1,2359.9%
Italian1,0258.2%
Japanese270.2%
Korean580.5%
Lithuanian90.1%
Mexican1751.4%
Northern European140.1%
Norwegian850.7%
Palestinian110.1%
Panamanian340.3%
Pennsylvania German150.1%
Polish4633.7%
Portuguese780.6%
Puerto Rican820.7%
Romanian70.1%
Russian300.2%
Scandinavian190.2%
Scotch-Irish1491.2%
Scottish2321.9%
Slovene100.1%
South African150.1%
South American120.1%
Spaniard1010.8%
Spanish200.2%
Sri Lankan360.3%
Subsaharan African150.1%
Swedish980.8%
Swiss330.3%
Thai750.6%
Ukrainian60.1%
Welsh960.8%
West Indian40.0%
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Immigrants in Poquoson

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Poquoson came from Asia (231 | 1.8%), Europe (200 | 1.6%), Eastern Europe (105 | 0.8%), Latin America (92 | 0.7%), and South Central Asia (88 | 0.7%), together accounting for 5.7% of all Poquoson residents.
Immigrants in Poquoson
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa150.1%
Asia2311.8%
Brazil270.2%
Canada380.3%
Central America440.4%
Chile90.1%
China140.1%
Colombia120.1%
Czechoslovakia130.1%
Eastern Africa150.1%
Eastern Asia510.4%
Eastern Europe1050.8%
England110.1%
Europe2001.6%
Germany450.4%
Greece320.3%
India710.6%
Italy70.1%
Japan50.0%
Jordan110.1%
Korea320.3%
Latin America920.7%
Mexico100.1%
Northern Europe110.1%
Pakistan170.1%
Panama340.3%
Philippines270.2%
Poland530.4%
Russia230.2%
South America480.4%
South Central Asia880.7%
South Eastern Asia740.6%
Southern Europe390.3%
Taiwan140.1%
Thailand180.1%
Vietnam290.2%
Western Asia110.1%
Western Europe450.4%
Zimbabwe150.1%
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Sex and Age in Poquoson

Sex and Age in Poquoson

The most populous age groups in Poquoson are 35 to 39 Years (486 | 7.7%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (477 | 7.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Poquoson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years311 (5.0%)268 (4.3%)
5 to 9 Years399 (6.4%)373 (6.0%)
10 to 14 Years445 (7.1%)415 (6.7%)
15 to 19 Years421 (6.7%)454 (7.3%)
20 to 24 Years356 (5.7%)290 (4.7%)
25 to 29 Years299 (4.8%)273 (4.4%)
30 to 34 Years327 (5.2%)333 (5.4%)
35 to 39 Years486 (7.7%)384 (6.2%)
40 to 44 Years384 (6.1%)392 (6.3%)
45 to 49 Years417 (6.6%)393 (6.3%)
50 to 54 Years395 (6.3%)477 (7.7%)
55 to 59 Years449 (7.1%)462 (7.4%)
60 to 64 Years437 (7.0%)385 (6.2%)
65 to 69 Years326 (5.2%)268 (4.3%)
70 to 74 Years325 (5.2%)413 (6.7%)
75 to 79 Years287 (4.6%)241 (3.9%)
80 to 84 Years96 (1.5%)179 (2.9%)
85 Years and over117 (1.9%)202 (3.3%)
Total6,277 (100.0%)6,202 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Poquoson

Median Family Size in Poquoson

The median family size in Poquoson is 2.95 persons per family, with married-couple families (3,331 | 86.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.03 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (157 | 4.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.32 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Poquoson
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple3,331 (86.8%)3.03
Single Male/Father157 (4.1%)2.32
Single Female/Mother350 (9.1%)2.47
Total Families3,838 (100.0%)2.95

Median Household Size in Poquoson

The median household size in Poquoson is 2.67 persons per household, with married-couple households (3,331 | 71.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.04 persons per household. non-family households (819 | 17.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.09 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Poquoson
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple3,331 (71.5%)3.04
Single Male/Father157 (3.4%)2.82
Single Female/Mother350 (7.5%)2.71
Non-family819 (17.6%)1.09
Total Households4,657 (100.0%)2.67

Household Size by Marriage Status in Poquoson

Out of a total of 4,657 households in Poquoson, 3,838 (82.4%) are family households, while 819 (17.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,671, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 733.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Poquoson
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-733 (15.7%)
2-Person Households1,671 (35.9%)86 (1.8%)
3-Person Households858 (18.4%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households784 (16.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households403 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households91 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households31 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,838 (82.4%)819 (17.6%)

Female Fertility in Poquoson

Fertility by Age in Poquoson

Average fertility rate in Poquoson is 71.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 144.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 69.4% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Poquoson
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years129 (69.4%)144.0
35 to 50 years57 (30.6%)44.0
Total186 (100.0%)71.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Poquoson

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Poquoson
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years129 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total186 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Poquoson

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Poquoson
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School7 (3.8%)19.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree34 (18.3%)52.0
Bachelor's Degree130 (69.9%)187.0
Graduate Degree15 (8.1%)41.0
Total186 (100.0%)71.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Poquoson

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Poquoson
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree130 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total186 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Poquoson

Income Overview in Poquoson

Per Capita Income in Poquoson is $47,329, while median incomes of families and households are $121,086 and $114,503 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income12,479$47,329
Median Family Income3,838$121,086
Mean Family Income3,838$138,750
Median Household Income4,657$114,503
Mean Household Income4,657$129,071
Income Deficit3,838$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)12,47923.60%
Wage / Income Gap ($)12,47976.40¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index12,4790.35

Earnings by Sex in Poquoson

Average Earnings in Poquoson are $53,267, $65,528 for men and $50,065 for women, a difference of 23.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Poquoson
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male3,684 (54.1%)$65,528
Female3,123 (45.9%)$50,065
Total6,807 (100.0%)$53,267

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Poquoson

The most common earnings brackets in Poquoson are $100,000+ for men (1,079 | 29.3%) and $100,000+ for women (509 | 16.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Poquoson
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less286 (7.8%)122 (3.9%)
$2,500 to $4,99948 (1.3%)162 (5.2%)
$5,000 to $7,49993 (2.5%)70 (2.2%)
$7,500 to $9,9997 (0.2%)56 (1.8%)
$10,000 to $12,49927 (0.7%)55 (1.8%)
$12,500 to $14,99994 (2.5%)23 (0.7%)
$15,000 to $17,49969 (1.9%)63 (2.0%)
$17,500 to $19,999118 (3.2%)100 (3.2%)
$20,000 to $22,49946 (1.3%)78 (2.5%)
$22,500 to $24,99929 (0.8%)25 (0.8%)
$25,000 to $29,999107 (2.9%)101 (3.2%)
$30,000 to $34,999115 (3.1%)174 (5.6%)
$35,000 to $39,99963 (1.7%)45 (1.4%)
$40,000 to $44,99960 (1.6%)230 (7.4%)
$45,000 to $49,999215 (5.8%)251 (8.0%)
$50,000 to $54,999228 (6.2%)335 (10.7%)
$55,000 to $64,999218 (5.9%)198 (6.3%)
$65,000 to $74,999356 (9.7%)280 (9.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999426 (11.6%)246 (7.9%)
$100,000+1,079 (29.3%)509 (16.3%)
Total3,684 (100.0%)3,123 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Poquoson

Average earnings in Poquoson are $71,609 for men and $52,062 for women, a difference of 27.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $113,482, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $51,607. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $89,018, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $42,245.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Poquoson
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$59,300$0
High School Diploma$51,607$47,284
College or Associate's Degree$68,935$42,245
Bachelor's Degree$105,625$58,786
Graduate Degree$113,482$89,018
Total$71,609$52,062

Family Income in Poquoson

Family Income Brackets in Poquoson

According to the Poquoson family income data, there are 979 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.5% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 15 families (0.4%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Poquoson
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000150.4%
$10,000 to $14,999501.3%
$15,000 to $24,999962.5%
$25,000 to $34,999421.1%
$35,000 to $49,9991965.1%
$50,000 to $74,99948012.5%
$75,000 to $99,99951813.5%
$100,000 to $149,99997925.5%
$150,000 to $199,99978320.4%
$200,000+67517.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Poquoson

6-person families (91 | 2.4%) account for the highest median family income in Poquoson with $178,194 per family, while 2-person families (1,702 | 44.4%) have the highest median income of $55,944 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Poquoson
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,702 (44.4%)$111,888
3-Person Families925 (24.1%)$120,906
4-Person Families712 (18.5%)$151,944
5-Person Families377 (9.8%)$153,966
6-Person Families91 (2.4%)$178,194
7+ Person Families31 (0.8%)$0
Total3,838 (100.0%)$121,086

Family Income by Number of Earners in Poquoson

The median family income in Poquoson is $121,086, with families comprising 3+ earners (510) having the highest median family income of $157,610, while families with no earners (531) have the lowest median family income of $71,597, accounting for 13.3% and 13.8% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Poquoson
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners531 (13.8%)$71,597
1 Earner1,041 (27.1%)$85,653
2 Earners1,756 (45.8%)$154,426
3+ Earners510 (13.3%)$157,610
Total3,838 (100.0%)$121,086

Household Income in Poquoson

Household Income Brackets in Poquoson

With 1,169 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Poquoson, accounting for 25.1% of all households. In contrast, only 79 households (1.7%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Poquoson
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000791.7%
$10,000 to $14,9991072.3%
$15,000 to $24,9991403.0%
$25,000 to $34,9991352.9%
$35,000 to $49,9992896.2%
$50,000 to $74,99960112.9%
$75,000 to $99,99954011.6%
$100,000 to $149,9991,16925.1%
$150,000 to $199,99987118.7%
$200,000+72615.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Poquoson

The median household income in Poquoson is $114,503, with the highest median household income of $140,756 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,830 households (39.3%) 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 4 households (0.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Poquoson
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years4 (0.1%)$0
25 to 44 Years1,464 (31.4%)$112,423
45 to 64 Years1,830 (39.3%)$140,756
65+ Years1,359 (29.2%)$82,951
Total4,657 (100.0%)$114,503

Poverty in Poquoson

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Poquoson

With 4.8% poverty level for males and 4.2% for females among the residents of Poquoson, 5 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 26 males (35.6%) and 57 females (13.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Poquoson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years23 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years26 (35.6%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years7 (1.4%)57 (13.7%)
12 to 14 Years26 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years20 (18.7%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years20 (11.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years8 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years21 (3.4%)45 (7.4%)
35 to 44 Years29 (3.3%)42 (5.4%)
45 to 54 Years23 (2.8%)12 (1.4%)
55 to 64 Years76 (8.6%)27 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)10 (1.5%)
75 Years and over21 (4.2%)67 (10.8%)
Total300 (4.8%)260 (4.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Poquoson

According to the poverty statistics in Poquoson, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Poquoson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years288 (92.6%)268 (100.0%)
5 Years47 (64.4%)67 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years501 (98.6%)359 (86.3%)
12 to 14 Years237 (90.1%)297 (100.0%)
15 Years87 (81.3%)34 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years162 (89.0%)286 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years480 (98.4%)424 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years605 (96.7%)561 (92.6%)
35 to 44 Years841 (96.7%)734 (94.6%)
45 to 54 Years789 (97.2%)858 (98.6%)
55 to 64 Years810 (91.4%)804 (96.8%)
65 to 74 Years651 (100.0%)671 (98.5%)
75 Years and over479 (95.8%)552 (89.2%)
Total5,977 (95.2%)5,915 (95.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Poquoson

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Poquoson show that 3.0% or 101 of the total 3,331 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 8.7%, comprising of 28 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Poquoson
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,802 (97.8%)41 (2.2%)
1 or 2 Children1,120 (97.2%)32 (2.8%)
3 or 4 Children294 (91.3%)28 (8.7%)
5 or more Children14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,230 (97.0%)101 (3.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Poquoson

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Poquoson
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)14 (7.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)14 (4.0%)

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

The poverty data for Poquoson shows that 101 of the married-couple family households (3.0%) and 14 of the single-parent households (2.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 28 households (8.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 household (4.6%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Poquoson
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children41 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children32 (2.8%)14 (4.6%)
3 or 4 Children28 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total101 (3.0%)14 (2.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Poquoson

Employment by Class of Employer in Poquoson

Among the 6,350 employed individuals in Poquoson, private company employees (3,781 | 59.5%), federal government employees (863 | 13.6%), and not-for-profit organizations (613 | 9.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Poquoson
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees3,78159.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)2463.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1392.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations6139.7%
Local Government Employees4937.8%
State Government Employees2153.4%
Federal Government Employees86313.6%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total6,350100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Poquoson

According to the labor force statistics for Poquoson, out of the total population over 16 years of age (10,127), 64.5% or 6,532 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.4% or 91 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 93.6% or 618 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.1% or 36 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Poquoson
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years356 (48.5%)36 (10.1%)
20 to 24 Years484 (74.9%)8 (1.7%)
25 to 29 Years434 (75.9%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years618 (93.6%)15 (2.5%)
35 to 44 Years1,462 (88.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years1,485 (88.3%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years701 (76.9%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years601 (73.1%)31 (5.2%)
65 to 74 Years357 (26.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over30 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,532 (64.5%)91 (1.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Poquoson

According to labor force statistics for Poquoson, 84.3% of individuals (5,305) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (6,293) are in the labor force, with 0.9% or 48 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 87.9% or 2,328 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 1.7% or 20 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Poquoson
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School114 (84.4%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma1,162 (76.3%)26 (1.7%)
College / Associate Degree1,696 (85.4%)32 (1.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2,328 (87.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,305 (84.3%)57 (0.9%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Poquoson

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Poquoson are Management (878 | 14.1%), Computers, Engineering & Science (710 | 11.4%), Community & Social Service (566 | 9.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (532 | 8.5%), and Health Technologists (457 | 7.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Poquoson

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Poquoson, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (87.8%), Computers, Engineering & Science (86.9%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (86.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (98.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (84.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Poquoson
OccupationMaleFemale
Management518 (59.0%)360 (41.0%)
Business & Financial136 (30.0%)317 (70.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science617 (86.9%)93 (13.1%)
Computers & Mathematics306 (86.2%)49 (13.8%)
Architecture & Engineering273 (87.8%)38 (12.2%)
Life, Physical & Social Science38 (86.4%)6 (13.6%)
Community & Social Service 95 (16.8%)471 (83.2%)
Education, Arts & Media71 (82.6%)15 (17.4%)
Legal Services & Support16 (38.1%)26 (61.9%)
Education Instruction & Library8 (2.0%)400 (98.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating85 (16.0%)447 (84.0%)
Health Technologists85 (18.6%)372 (81.4%)
Total (Category)1,451 (46.2%)1,688 (53.8%)
Total (Overall)3,360 (53.8%)2,881 (46.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Poquoson are Food Preparation & Serving (226 | 3.6%), Security & Protection (219 | 3.5%), Law Enforcement (176 | 2.8%), Personal Care & Service (135 | 2.2%), and Healthcare Support (105 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations in Poquoson

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Poquoson, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (85.8%), and Food Preparation & Serving (70.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (97.8%), and Firefighting & Prevention (72.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Poquoson
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)105 (100.0%)
Security & Protection188 (85.8%)31 (14.2%)
Firefighting & Prevention12 (27.9%)31 (72.1%)
Law Enforcement176 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving159 (70.4%)67 (29.6%)
Cleaning & Maintenance49 (66.2%)25 (33.8%)
Personal Care & Service3 (2.2%)132 (97.8%)
Total (Category)399 (52.6%)360 (47.4%)
Total (Overall)3,360 (53.8%)2,881 (46.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Poquoson are Office & Administration (903 | 14.5%), and Sales & Related (365 | 5.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Poquoson

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Poquoson
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related167 (45.8%)198 (54.2%)
Office & Administration387 (42.9%)516 (57.1%)
Total (Category)554 (43.7%)714 (56.3%)
Total (Overall)3,360 (53.8%)2,881 (46.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Poquoson are Construction & Extraction (212 | 3.4%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (132 | 2.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (83 | 1.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Poquoson

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Poquoson
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry29 (34.9%)54 (65.1%)
Construction & Extraction212 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair132 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)373 (87.4%)54 (12.7%)
Total (Overall)3,360 (53.8%)2,881 (46.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Poquoson are Production (296 | 4.7%), Transportation (213 | 3.4%), and Material Moving (139 | 2.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Poquoson

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Poquoson
OccupationMaleFemale
Production269 (90.9%)27 (9.1%)
Transportation194 (91.1%)19 (8.9%)
Material Moving120 (86.3%)19 (13.7%)
Total (Category)583 (90.0%)65 (10.0%)
Total (Overall)3,360 (53.8%)2,881 (46.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Poquoson

Employment Industries in Poquoson

The major employment industries in Poquoson include Health Care & Social Assistance (900 | 14.4%), Manufacturing (794 | 12.7%), Retail Trade (664 | 10.6%), Public Administration (639 | 10.2%), and Professional & Scientific (634 | 10.2%).
Employment Industries in Poquoson

Employment Industries by Sex in Poquoson

The Poquoson industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Construction (89.9%), and Manufacturing (86.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (83.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Poquoson
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting29 (34.9%)54 (65.1%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction434 (89.9%)49 (10.1%)
Manufacturing685 (86.3%)109 (13.7%)
Wholesale Trade124 (75.1%)41 (24.8%)
Retail Trade484 (72.9%)180 (27.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing140 (85.9%)23 (14.1%)
Utilities50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance38 (24.7%)116 (75.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)48 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific295 (46.5%)339 (53.5%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support109 (38.0%)178 (62.0%)
Educational Services147 (26.9%)400 (73.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance152 (16.9%)748 (83.1%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation13 (19.1%)55 (80.9%)
Accommodation & Food Services119 (53.6%)103 (46.4%)
Public Administration451 (70.6%)188 (29.4%)
Total3,360 (53.8%)2,881 (46.2%)

Education in Poquoson

School Enrollment in Poquoson

The most common levels of schooling among the 3,193 students in Poquoson are high school (871 | 27.3%), elementary school (718 | 22.5%), and middle school (555 | 17.4%).
School Enrollment in Poquoson
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1073.4%
Kindergarten1414.4%
Elementary School71822.5%
Middle School55517.4%
High School87127.3%
College / Undergraduate53016.6%
Graduate / Professional2718.5%
Total3,193100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Poquoson

Out of a total of 3,193 students who are enrolled in schools in Poquoson, 307 (9.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,886 (90.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 88 (14.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 231 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Poquoson
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds73 (90.1%)8 (9.9%)
5 to 9 Year Old662 (86.3%)105 (13.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds722 (87.9%)99 (12.1%)
15 to 17 Year Olds521 (85.6%)88 (14.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds231 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds132 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds294 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over250 (96.9%)8 (3.1%)
Total2,886 (90.4%)307 (9.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Poquoson

Business (753 | 21.4%), education (558 | 15.8%), arts & humanities (334 | 9.5%), science & technology (320 | 9.1%), and engineering (239 | 6.8%) are the most common fields of study among 3,526 individuals in Poquoson who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Poquoson
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1925.4%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2126.0%
Physical & Health Sciences1604.5%
Psychology1253.5%
Social Sciences1885.3%
Engineering2396.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies712.0%
Science & Technology3209.1%
Business75321.4%
Education55815.8%
Literature & Languages692.0%
Liberal Arts & History1143.2%
Visual & Performing Arts1263.6%
Communications651.8%
Arts & Humanities3349.5%
Total3,526100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Poquoson

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Poquoson

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Poquoson are males with 2 vehicles (1,450, accounting for 41.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,250, making up 50.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Poquoson
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle298 (8.5%)291 (10.2%)
2 Vehicles1,450 (41.6%)1,250 (43.7%)
3 Vehicles1,053 (30.2%)721 (25.2%)
4 Vehicles551 (15.8%)527 (18.4%)
5 or more Vehicles137 (3.9%)72 (2.5%)
Total3,489 (100.0%)2,861 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Poquoson

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Poquoson are 20 to 24 minutes (1,429 commuters, 25.1%), 30 to 34 minutes (782 commuters, 13.7%), and 15 to 19 minutes (599 commuters, 10.5%).
Commute Time in Poquoson
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1472.6%
5 to 9 Minutes4237.4%
10 to 14 Minutes57010.0%
15 to 19 Minutes59910.5%
20 to 24 Minutes1,42925.1%
25 to 29 Minutes5599.8%
30 to 34 Minutes78213.7%
35 to 39 Minutes1332.3%
40 to 44 Minutes3225.7%
45 to 59 Minutes3506.1%
60 to 89 Minutes2434.3%
90 or more Minutes1362.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Poquoson

The most common commute times in Poquoson are 20 to 24 minutes (703 commuters, 22.0%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (726 commuters, 29.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Poquoson
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes44 (1.4%)103 (4.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes327 (10.2%)96 (3.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes234 (7.3%)336 (13.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes249 (7.8%)350 (14.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes703 (22.0%)726 (29.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes445 (14.0%)114 (4.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes495 (15.5%)287 (11.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes68 (2.1%)65 (2.6%)
40 to 44 Minutes283 (8.9%)39 (1.6%)
45 to 59 Minutes176 (5.5%)174 (7.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes142 (4.4%)101 (4.0%)
90 or more Minutes25 (0.8%)111 (4.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Poquoson

The most frequent times of departure to work in Poquoson are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (570, 17.9%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (559, 22.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Poquoson
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM223 (7.0%)7 (0.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM211 (6.6%)14 (0.6%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM180 (5.6%)30 (1.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM570 (17.9%)120 (4.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM129 (4.0%)172 (6.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM409 (12.8%)559 (22.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM377 (11.8%)486 (19.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM164 (5.1%)248 (9.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM205 (6.4%)140 (5.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM205 (6.4%)413 (16.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM76 (2.4%)123 (4.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM116 (3.6%)16 (0.6%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM198 (6.2%)81 (3.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM128 (4.0%)93 (3.7%)
Total3,191 (100.0%)2,502 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Poquoson

Occupancy by Ownership in Poquoson

Of the total 4,657 dwellings in Poquoson, owner-occupied units account for 3,822 (82.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 835 (17.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Poquoson
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units3,82282.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units83517.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units4,657100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Poquoson

Occupancy by Household Size in Poquoson
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household73315.7%
2-Person Household1,75737.7%
3-Person Household85818.4%
4+ Person Household1,30928.1%
Total Housing Units4,657100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Poquoson

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Poquoson
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household554 (75.6%)179 (24.4%)
2-Person Household1,421 (80.9%)336 (19.1%)
3-Person Household716 (83.5%)142 (16.6%)
4+ Person Household1,131 (86.4%)178 (13.6%)
Total Housing Units3,822 (82.1%)835 (17.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Poquoson

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Poquoson
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School124 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma767 (75.3%)252 (24.7%)
College/Associate Degree1,066 (74.8%)360 (25.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,865 (89.3%)223 (10.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Poquoson

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Poquoson
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years64113.8%
35 to 44 Years82717.8%
45 to 54 Years87318.8%
55 to 64 Years95720.5%
65 to 74 Years72415.5%
75 to 84 Years4429.5%
85 Years and Over1934.1%
Total4,657100.0%

Housing Finances in Poquoson

Median Income by Occupancy in Poquoson

Median Income by Occupancy in Poquoson
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied3,822 (82.1%)$127,569
Renter-Occupied835 (17.9%)$88,681
Average4,657 (100.0%)$114,503

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Poquoson

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Poquoson
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00050 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99927 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99955 (1.4%)54 (6.5%)
$15,000 to $19,99976 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99962 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999124 (3.2%)12 (1.4%)
$35,000 to $49,999205 (5.4%)82 (9.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999376 (9.8%)224 (26.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999407 (10.6%)134 (16.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999962 (25.2%)209 (25.0%)
$150,000 or more1,478 (38.7%)120 (14.4%)
Total3,822 (100.0%)835 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Poquoson

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Poquoson
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30038 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499210 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799419 (11.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $999295 (7.7%)54 (6.5%)
$1,000 to $1,499400 (10.5%)287 (34.4%)
$1,500 to $1,999574 (15.0%)327 (39.2%)
$2,000 to $2,499709 (18.5%)56 (6.7%)
$2,500 to $2,999488 (12.8%)56 (6.7%)
$3,000 or more689 (18.0%)12 (1.4%)
Total3,822 (100.0%)835 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Poquoson

Housing Structures in Poquoson

Housing Structures in Poquoson
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached4,10588.1%
Single Unit, Attached1823.9%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1342.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments250.5%
10 or more Apartments1573.4%
Mobile Home / Other541.2%
Total4,657100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Poquoson

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Poquoson
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached3,734 (91.0%)371 (9.0%)
Single Unit, Attached88 (48.3%)94 (51.6%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)134 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)157 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)54 (100.0%)
Total3,822 (82.1%)835 (17.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Poquoson

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Poquoson
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)76 (9.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)82 (9.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms314 (8.2%)318 (38.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,354 (35.4%)208 (24.9%)
8 or more Rooms2,154 (56.4%)151 (18.1%)
Total3,822 (100.0%)835 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Poquoson

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Poquoson
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,782 (46.6%)316 (37.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas26 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity1,801 (47.1%)426 (51.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene213 (5.6%)86 (10.3%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)7 (0.8%)
Total3,822 (100.0%)835 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Poquoson

Household Vehicle Usage in Poquoson
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle43 (1.1%)34 (4.1%)
1 Vehicle506 (13.2%)340 (40.7%)
2 Vehicles1,740 (45.5%)341 (40.8%)
3 or more Vehicles1,533 (40.1%)120 (14.4%)
Total3,822 (100.0%)835 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Poquoson

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Poquoson

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,1422,680
Median Property Value$404,800$407,500
Median Household Income$87,083$1,223
Monthly Housing Costs$772$681
Real Estate Taxes$3,753$10

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Poquoson

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Poquoson
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0005 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9998 (0.7%)9 (0.3%)
$100,000 to $299,999281 (24.6%)637 (23.8%)
$300,000 to $499,999555 (48.6%)1,309 (48.8%)
$500,000 to $749,999214 (18.7%)539 (20.1%)
$750,000 to $999,99924 (2.1%)141 (5.3%)
$1,000,000 or more55 (4.8%)45 (1.7%)
Total1,142 (100.0%)2,680 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Poquoson

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Poquoson
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00071 (6.2%)87 (3.3%)
$10,000 to $24,99973 (6.4%)6 (0.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99965 (5.7%)120 (4.5%)
$35,000 to $49,999137 (12.0%)59 (2.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999189 (16.6%)68 (2.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999136 (11.9%)187 (7.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999216 (18.9%)271 (10.1%)
$150,000 or more255 (22.3%)746 (27.8%)
Total1,142 (100.0%)2,680 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Poquoson

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Poquoson
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x110 (9.6%)141,273 (5,271.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x204 (17.9%)690 (25.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x195 (17.1%)769 (28.7%)
4.0x or more601 (52.6%)416 (15.5%)
Total1,142 (100.0%)2,680 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Poquoson

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Poquoson
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80080 (7.0%)6 (0.2%)
$800 to $1,49982 (7.2%)108 (4.0%)
$800 to $1,499871 (76.3%)233 (8.7%)
Total1,142 (100.0%)2,680 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Poquoson

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Poquoson

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Poquoson
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years719 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years2,233 (99.4%)13 (0.6%)
19 to 25 Years778 (94.2%)48 (5.8%)
26 to 34 Years1,021 (95.8%)45 (4.2%)
35 to 44 Years1,552 (97.6%)39 (2.5%)
45 to 54 Years1,625 (98.7%)21 (1.3%)
55 to 64 Years1,619 (94.3%)98 (5.7%)
65 to 74 Years1,332 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older1,107 (98.9%)12 (1.1%)
Total11,986 (97.8%)276 (2.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Poquoson

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Poquoson
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born719 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen2,233 (99.4%)13 (0.6%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen778 (94.2%)48 (5.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Poquoson

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Poquoson
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000582 (96.7%)20 (3.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999797 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,390 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,343 (97.3%)37 (2.7%)
$100,000 and over7,826 (97.3%)219 (2.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Poquoson

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Poquoson
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6132 (18.4%)669 (93.0%)
6 to 18 Years289 (12.9%)2,048 (91.2%)
19 to 25 Years32 (3.9%)746 (90.3%)
25 to 34 Years99 (9.3%)952 (89.3%)
35 to 44 Years159 (10.0%)1,475 (92.7%)
45 to 54 Years128 (7.8%)1,567 (95.2%)
55 to 64 Years133 (7.7%)1,532 (89.2%)
65 to 74 Years1,312 (98.5%)1,038 (77.9%)
75 Years and over1,080 (96.5%)926 (82.8%)
Total3,364 (27.4%)10,953 (89.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Poquoson

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Poquoson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years70 (6.2%)85 (7.7%)
18 to 34 Years95 (9.4%)132 (12.8%)
35 to 64 Years411 (16.4%)125 (5.1%)
65 to 74 Years109 (16.7%)87 (12.8%)
75 Years and over184 (36.8%)279 (45.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Poquoson

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Poquoson: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)75 (6.8%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years134 (5.3%)54 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years49 (7.5%)23 (3.4%)
75 Years and over103 (20.6%)69 (11.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Poquoson: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years16 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years14 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years145 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years26 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over41 (8.2%)34 (5.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Poquoson: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years54 (4.8%)85 (7.7%)
18 to 34 Years42 (4.2%)96 (9.3%)
35 to 64 Years174 (6.9%)31 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years8 (1.2%)22 (3.2%)
75 Years and over15 (3.0%)103 (16.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Poquoson: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years23 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years19 (1.9%)30 (2.9%)
35 to 64 Years196 (7.8%)80 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years34 (5.2%)67 (9.8%)
75 Years and over90 (18.0%)174 (28.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Poquoson: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years23 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)2 (0.2%)
35 to 64 Years81 (3.2%)30 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years8 (1.2%)10 (1.5%)
75 Years and over35 (7.0%)91 (14.7%)

Technology Access in Poquoson

Computing Device Access in Poquoson

Computing Device Access in Poquoson
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop4,14989.1%
Smartphone4,19490.1%
Tablet3,32171.3%
No Computing Device2365.1%
Total4,657100.0%

Internet Access in Poquoson

Internet Access in Poquoson
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet180.4%
Broadband Home3,88283.4%
Cellular Data Only3657.8%
Satellite Internet1743.7%
No Internet3377.2%
Total4,657100.0%

Poquoson Summary

Poquoson, Virginia is a small city located in the Hampton Roads region of the state. It is situated on the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay, just south of the James River. The city is bordered by York County to the north, Hampton to the east, and Newport News to the south. Poquoson is part of the Hampton Roads metropolitan area, which is the second largest metropolitan area in Virginia.

History

The area that is now Poquoson was originally inhabited by the Kecoughtan Indians, who were part of the Powhatan Confederacy. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the early 1600s, and the area was known as “New Poquoson” by 1634. The name “Poquoson” is derived from the Algonquian word “pokqut”, which means “a place of thicket”.
In 1637, the Virginia General Assembly established the Poquoson Parish, which included the area that is now Poquoson. The parish was part of York County until 1952, when it was incorporated as an independent city.

Geography

Poquoson is located on the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay, just south of the James River. The city covers an area of 8.3 square miles, and is bordered by York County to the north, Hampton to the east, and Newport News to the south. The city is part of the Hampton Roads metropolitan area, which is the second largest metropolitan area in Virginia.
The city is divided into two distinct sections: the mainland and the island. The mainland is located on the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay, and is home to most of the city’s residential and commercial areas. The island is located on the eastern side of the bay, and is home to the city’s marina and waterfront park.

Economy

The economy of Poquoson is largely based on the military, tourism, and retail. The city is home to several military installations, including the Naval Weapons Station Yorktown, the Langley Air Force Base, and the Fort Eustis Army Base. These installations provide a significant number of jobs to the local economy.
Tourism is also an important part of the local economy. The city is home to several popular attractions, including the Poquoson Museum, the Poquoson Public Library, and the Poquoson Marina. The city also hosts several annual events, such as the Poquoson Seafood Festival and the Poquoson Arts and Crafts Festival.
Retail is also an important part of the local economy. The city is home to several shopping centers, including the Poquoson Shopping Center and the Poquoson Town Center. These shopping centers provide a variety of retail options, including clothing stores, restaurants, and specialty shops.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Poquoson was 12,150. The racial makeup of the city was 87.3% White, 8.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
The median household income in Poquoson was $68,945, and the median family income was $77,945. The per capita income for the city was $30,945. About 4.3% of families and 5.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.3% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Poquoson?
Total Population of Poquoson is 12,479.
What is the Total Male Population of Poquoson?
Total Male Population of Poquoson is 6,277.
What is the Total Female Population of Poquoson?
Total Female Population of Poquoson is 6,202.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Poquoson?
There are 101.21 Males per 100 Females in Poquoson.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Poquoson?
There are 98.81 Females per 100 Males in Poquoson.
What is the Median Population Age in Poquoson?
Median Population Age in Poquoson is 42.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Poquoson
Average Family Size in Poquoson is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Poquoson
Average Household Size in Poquoson is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Poquoson?
Per Capita income in Poquoson is $47,329.
What is the Median Family Income in Poquoson?
Median Family Income in Poquoson is $121,086.
What is the Median Household income in Poquoson?
Median Household Income in Poquoson is $114,503.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Poquoson?
Income or Wage Gap in Poquoson is 23.6%.
Women in Poquoson earn 76.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Poquoson?
Inequality or Gini Index in Poquoson is 0.35.
How Large is the Labor Force in Poquoson?
There are 6,532 People in the Labor Forcein in Poquoson.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Poquoson?
64.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Poquoson.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Poquoson?
Unemployment Rate in Poquoson is 1.4%.