Wachapreague, VA

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Wachapreague Overview

270
TOTAL POPULATION
127
MALE POPULATION
143
FEMALE POPULATION
88.81
MALES / 100 FEMALES
112.60
FEMALES / 100 MALES
65.5
MEDIAN AGE
2.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$33,759
PER CAPITA INCOME
$91,250
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$54,844
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
40.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
59.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.34
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
100
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
38.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Wachapreague

The most populous races in Wachapreague are White / Caucasian (256 | 94.8%), Hispanic or Latino (13 | 4.8%), and Asian (6 | 2.2%).
Race in Wachapreague
Race# Population% Population
Asian62.2%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino134.8%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian25694.8%
Two or more Races31.1%
Some other Race51.8%
Total270100.0%

Ancestry in Wachapreague

The most populous ancestries reported in Wachapreague are American (142 | 52.6%), Irish (62 | 23.0%), German (53 | 19.6%), English (22 | 8.2%), and Mexican (8 | 3.0%), together accounting for 106.3% of all Wachapreague residents.
Ancestry in Wachapreague
Ancestry# Population% Population
American14252.6%
British10.4%
English228.2%
French10.4%
German5319.6%
Hungarian10.4%
Indian (Asian)62.2%
Irish6223.0%
Italian10.4%
Mexican83.0%
Polish41.5%
Scandinavian20.7%
Scotch-Irish62.2%
Scottish41.5%
Slovak10.4%
Swiss20.7%
Welsh20.7%
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Immigrants in Wachapreague

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Wachapreague came from Asia (6 | 2.2%), China (6 | 2.2%), and Eastern Asia (6 | 2.2%), together accounting for 6.7% of all Wachapreague residents.
Immigrants in Wachapreague
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia62.2%
China62.2%
Eastern Asia62.2%
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Sex and Age in Wachapreague

Sex and Age in Wachapreague

The most populous age groups in Wachapreague are 15 to 19 Years (33 | 26.0%) for men and 70 to 74 Years (29 | 20.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Wachapreague
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years0 (0.0%)1 (0.7%)
10 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years33 (26.0%)21 (14.7%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)14 (9.8%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)11 (7.7%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)12 (8.4%)
45 to 49 Years4 (3.2%)5 (3.5%)
50 to 54 Years9 (7.1%)6 (4.2%)
55 to 59 Years12 (9.5%)2 (1.4%)
60 to 64 Years2 (1.6%)3 (2.1%)
65 to 69 Years10 (7.9%)14 (9.8%)
70 to 74 Years19 (15.0%)29 (20.3%)
75 to 79 Years17 (13.4%)17 (11.9%)
80 to 84 Years14 (11.0%)4 (2.8%)
85 Years and over7 (5.5%)4 (2.8%)
Total127 (100.0%)143 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Wachapreague

Median Family Size in Wachapreague

The median family size in Wachapreague is 2.58 persons per family, with single male/father families (4 | 5.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (53 | 72.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.47 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Wachapreague
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple53 (72.6%)2.47
Single Male/Father4 (5.5%)3.00
Single Female/Mother16 (21.9%)2.81
Total Families73 (100.0%)2.58

Median Household Size in Wachapreague

The median household size in Wachapreague is 1.85 persons per household, with single male/father households (4 | 2.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3 persons per household. non-family households (64 | 46.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.02 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Wachapreague
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple53 (38.7%)2.47
Single Male/Father4 (2.9%)3.00
Single Female/Mother16 (11.7%)2.81
Non-family64 (46.7%)1.02
Total Households137 (100.0%)1.85

Household Size by Marriage Status in Wachapreague

Out of a total of 137 households in Wachapreague, 73 (53.3%) are family households, while 64 (46.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 50, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 62.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Wachapreague
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-62 (45.3%)
2-Person Households50 (36.5%)2 (1.5%)
3-Person Households7 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households16 (11.7%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total73 (53.3%)64 (46.7%)

Female Fertility in Wachapreague

Fertility by Age in Wachapreague

Female Fertility by Age in Wachapreague
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wachapreague

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wachapreague
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Wachapreague

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Wachapreague
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 Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wachapreague

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wachapreague
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Wachapreague

Income Overview in Wachapreague

Per Capita Income in Wachapreague is $33,759, while median incomes of families and households are $91,250 and $54,844 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income270$33,759
Median Family Income73$91,250
Mean Family Income73$85,442
Median Household Income137$54,844
Mean Household Income137$65,604
Income Deficit73$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)27040.68%
Wage / Income Gap ($)27059.32¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2700.34

Earnings by Sex in Wachapreague

Average Earnings in Wachapreague are $24,688, $37,273 for men and $22,109 for women, a difference of 40.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Wachapreague
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male50 (44.3%)$37,273
Female63 (55.7%)$22,109
Total113 (100.0%)$24,688

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wachapreague

The most common earnings brackets in Wachapreague are $40,000 to $44,999 for men (12 | 24.0%) and $20,000 to $22,499 for women (16 | 25.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wachapreague
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less1 (2.0%)12 (19.1%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)2 (3.2%)
$10,000 to $12,4992 (4.0%)2 (3.2%)
$12,500 to $14,9997 (14.0%)1 (1.6%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9992 (4.0%)1 (1.6%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)16 (25.4%)
$22,500 to $24,9993 (6.0%)9 (14.3%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)7 (11.1%)
$35,000 to $39,99911 (22.0%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99912 (24.0%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9995 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9992 (4.0%)11 (17.5%)
$55,000 to $64,9992 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9991 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9992 (4.0%)2 (3.2%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total50 (100.0%)63 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wachapreague

Average earnings in Wachapreague are $36,875 for men and $22,266 for women, a difference of 39.6%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $50,000, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $18,750. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $53,750, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $21,458.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wachapreague
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$18,750$21,458
College or Associate's Degree$50,000$21,563
Bachelor's Degree$41,875$50,833
Graduate Degree--
Total$36,875$22,266

Family Income in Wachapreague

Family Income Brackets in Wachapreague

According to the Wachapreague family income data, there are 25 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 34.3% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Wachapreague
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,99934.1%
$35,000 to $49,9991520.5%
$50,000 to $74,9991216.4%
$75,000 to $99,9992534.2%
$100,000 to $149,9991723.3%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+11.4%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wachapreague

4-person families (16 | 21.9%) account for the highest median family income in Wachapreague with $98,542 per family, while 2-person families (50 | 68.5%) have the highest median income of $33,125 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wachapreague
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families50 (68.5%)$66,250
3-Person Families7 (9.6%)$0
4-Person Families16 (21.9%)$98,542
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total73 (100.0%)$91,250

Family Income by Number of Earners in Wachapreague

Family Income by Number of Earners in Wachapreague
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners32 (43.8%)$68,500
1 Earner19 (26.0%)$0
2 Earners10 (13.7%)$88,750
3+ Earners12 (16.4%)$0
Total73 (100.0%)$91,250

Household Income in Wachapreague

Household Income Brackets in Wachapreague

With 31 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Wachapreague, accounting for 22.6% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Wachapreague
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00075.1%
$10,000 to $14,99921.5%
$15,000 to $24,999118.0%
$25,000 to $34,99985.8%
$35,000 to $49,9992719.7%
$50,000 to $74,9993122.6%
$75,000 to $99,9993122.6%
$100,000 to $149,9991913.9%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+10.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Wachapreague

The median household income in Wachapreague is $54,844, with the highest median household income of $61,250 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 88 households (64.2%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Wachapreague
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years20 (14.6%)$0
45 to 64 Years29 (21.2%)$47,750
65+ Years88 (64.2%)$61,250
Total137 (100.0%)$54,844

Poverty in Wachapreague

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wachapreague

With 1.7% poverty level for males and 5.3% for females among the residents of Wachapreague, 45 to 54 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 2 males (15.4%) and 7 females (28.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wachapreague
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years2 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)7 (28.0%)
Total2 (1.7%)7 (5.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wachapreague

According to the poverty statistics in Wachapreague, males aged 16 and 17 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 Wachapreague
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years10 (100.0%)16 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years11 (84.6%)11 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years14 (100.0%)5 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years29 (100.0%)43 (100.0%)
75 Years and over38 (100.0%)18 (72.0%)
Total119 (98.4%)125 (94.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wachapreague

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wachapreague
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wachapreague

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wachapreague
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 Wachapreague

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

Employment Characteristics in Wachapreague

Employment by Class of Employer in Wachapreague

Among the 88 employed individuals in Wachapreague, private company employees (41 | 46.6%), local government employees (18 | 20.4%), and not-for-profit organizations (17 | 19.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Wachapreague
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees4146.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)22.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)55.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations1719.3%
Local Government Employees1820.4%
State Government Employees44.5%
Federal Government Employees11.1%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total88100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Wachapreague

According to the labor force statistics for Wachapreague, out of the total population over 16 years of age (261), 38.3% or 100 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.0% or 2 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 14 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 45 to 54 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 8.3% or 2 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Wachapreague
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years17 (37.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years9 (81.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years24 (100.0%)2 (8.3%)
55 to 59 Years11 (78.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years3 (60.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years10 (13.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total100 (38.3%)2 (2.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wachapreague

According to labor force statistics for Wachapreague, 89.4% of individuals (59) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (66) are in the labor force, with 3.4% or 2 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 100.0% or 13 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.5% or 2 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wachapreague
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma19 (79.2%)3 (10.5%)
College / Associate Degree13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher27 (93.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total59 (89.4%)2 (3.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Wachapreague

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wachapreague are Community & Social Service (11 | 11.2%), Education Instruction & Library (6 | 6.1%), Management (5 | 5.1%), Education, Arts & Media (5 | 5.1%), and Business & Financial (2 | 2.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Wachapreague

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wachapreague, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Wachapreague
OccupationMaleFemale
Management2 (40.0%)3 (60.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 10 (90.9%)1 (9.1%)
Education, Arts & Media5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library5 (83.3%)1 (16.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Total (Category)13 (61.9%)8 (38.1%)
Total (Overall)45 (45.9%)53 (54.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Wachapreague are Food Preparation & Serving (12 | 12.2%), Healthcare Support (11 | 11.2%), Security & Protection (9 | 9.2%), Law Enforcement (8 | 8.2%), and Firefighting & Prevention (1 | 1.0%).
Services Occupations in Wachapreague

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Wachapreague, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Wachapreague
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Security & Protection9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)9 (28.1%)23 (71.9%)
Total (Overall)45 (45.9%)53 (54.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Wachapreague are Sales & Related (12 | 12.2%), and Office & Administration (12 | 12.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Wachapreague

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Wachapreague
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related2 (16.7%)10 (83.3%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Total (Category)2 (8.3%)22 (91.7%)
Total (Overall)45 (45.9%)53 (54.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Wachapreague are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (14 | 14.3%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (2 | 2.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Wachapreague

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Wachapreague
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)45 (45.9%)53 (54.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Wachapreague are , and Transportation (5 | 5.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Wachapreague

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Wachapreague
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)45 (45.9%)53 (54.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Wachapreague

Employment Industries in Wachapreague

The major employment industries in Wachapreague include Retail Trade (18 | 18.4%), Public Administration (15 | 15.3%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (14 | 14.3%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (14 | 14.3%), and Educational Services (13 | 13.3%).
Employment Industries in Wachapreague

Employment Industries by Sex in Wachapreague

The Wachapreague industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Manufacturing (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Wachapreague
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction1 (50.0%)1 (50.0%)
Manufacturing2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Retail Trade6 (33.3%)12 (66.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services5 (38.5%)8 (61.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Public Administration8 (53.3%)7 (46.7%)
Total45 (45.9%)53 (54.1%)

Education in Wachapreague

School Enrollment in Wachapreague

The most common levels of schooling among the 41 students in Wachapreague are college / undergraduate (23 | 56.1%), high school (17 | 41.5%), and elementary school (1 | 2.4%).
School Enrollment in Wachapreague
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School12.4%
Middle School00.0%
High School1741.5%
College / Undergraduate2356.1%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total41100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wachapreague

Out of a total of 41 students who are enrolled in schools in Wachapreague, 11 (26.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 30 (73.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 5 (100.0% 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 1 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wachapreague
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds12 (66.7%)6 (33.3%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total30 (73.2%)11 (26.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wachapreague

Liberal arts & history (14 | 21.5%), science & technology (10 | 15.4%), business (7 | 10.8%), education (7 | 10.8%), and social sciences (6 | 9.2%) are the most common fields of study among 65 individuals in Wachapreague who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wachapreague
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics46.1%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural23.1%
Physical & Health Sciences57.7%
Psychology34.6%
Social Sciences69.2%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology1015.4%
Business710.8%
Education710.8%
Literature & Languages11.5%
Liberal Arts & History1421.5%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities69.2%
Total65100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Wachapreague

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wachapreague

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Wachapreague are males with 1 vehicle (27, accounting for 60.0%) and females with 1 vehicle (29, making up 71.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wachapreague
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle3 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle27 (60.0%)29 (76.3%)
2 Vehicles10 (22.2%)5 (13.2%)
3 Vehicles5 (11.1%)4 (10.5%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total45 (100.0%)38 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Wachapreague

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Wachapreague are 10 to 14 minutes (32 commuters, 38.6%), 5 to 9 minutes (12 commuters, 14.5%), and 40 to 44 minutes (11 commuters, 13.3%).
Commute Time in Wachapreague
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes1214.5%
10 to 14 Minutes3238.6%
15 to 19 Minutes1012.0%
20 to 24 Minutes33.6%
25 to 29 Minutes33.6%
30 to 34 Minutes78.4%
35 to 39 Minutes56.0%
40 to 44 Minutes1113.3%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Wachapreague

The most common commute times in Wachapreague are 10 to 14 minutes (13 commuters, 28.9%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (19 commuters, 50.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Wachapreague
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes12 (26.7%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes13 (28.9%)19 (50.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes6 (13.3%)4 (10.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes1 (2.2%)2 (5.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes3 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes3 (6.7%)4 (10.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes4 (8.9%)1 (2.6%)
40 to 44 Minutes3 (6.7%)8 (21.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wachapreague

The most frequent times of departure to work in Wachapreague are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (13, 28.9%) for males and 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM (12, 31.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wachapreague
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM8 (17.8%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM1 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM13 (28.9%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM8 (17.8%)2 (5.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)3 (7.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM6 (13.3%)2 (5.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM2 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM7 (15.6%)12 (31.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)12 (31.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)7 (18.4%)
Total45 (100.0%)38 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Wachapreague

Occupancy by Ownership in Wachapreague

Of the total 137 dwellings in Wachapreague, owner-occupied units account for 111 (81.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 26 (19.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Wachapreague
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units11181.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2619.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units137100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Wachapreague

Occupancy by Household Size in Wachapreague
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household6245.3%
2-Person Household5238.0%
3-Person Household75.1%
4+ Person Household1611.7%
Total Housing Units137100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wachapreague

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wachapreague
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household55 (88.7%)7 (11.3%)
2-Person Household46 (88.5%)6 (11.5%)
3-Person Household7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household3 (18.8%)13 (81.2%)
Total Housing Units111 (81.0%)26 (19.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wachapreague

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wachapreague
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School4 (80.0%)1 (20.0%)
High School Diploma41 (71.9%)16 (28.1%)
College/Associate Degree25 (86.2%)4 (13.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher41 (89.1%)5 (10.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wachapreague

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wachapreague
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years85.8%
35 to 44 Years128.8%
45 to 54 Years1511.0%
55 to 64 Years1410.2%
65 to 74 Years4331.4%
75 to 84 Years3928.5%
85 Years and Over64.4%
Total137100.0%

Housing Finances in Wachapreague

Median Income by Occupancy in Wachapreague

Median Income by Occupancy in Wachapreague
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied111 (81.0%)$54,219
Renter-Occupied26 (19.0%)$0
Average137 (100.0%)$54,844

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wachapreague

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wachapreague
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0007 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)2 (7.7%)
$15,000 to $19,9997 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9993 (2.7%)1 (3.8%)
$25,000 to $34,9994 (3.6%)4 (15.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99923 (20.7%)4 (15.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99929 (26.1%)2 (7.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99919 (17.1%)12 (46.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99918 (16.2%)1 (3.8%)
$150,000 or more1 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total111 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wachapreague

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wachapreague
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30031 (27.9%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49936 (32.4%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $7997 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $9990 (0.0%)4 (15.4%)
$1,000 to $1,49922 (19.8%)8 (30.8%)
$1,500 to $1,9997 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4997 (6.3%)12 (46.2%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more1 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total111 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Wachapreague

Housing Structures in Wachapreague

Housing Structures in Wachapreague
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached13598.5%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other21.5%
Total137100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wachapreague

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wachapreague
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached109 (80.7%)26 (19.3%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total111 (81.0%)26 (19.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wachapreague

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wachapreague
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms7 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms41 (36.9%)23 (88.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms47 (42.3%)3 (11.5%)
8 or more Rooms16 (14.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total111 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wachapreague

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wachapreague
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)2 (7.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas21 (18.9%)2 (7.7%)
Electricity54 (48.6%)21 (80.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene28 (25.2%)1 (3.8%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used8 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total111 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Wachapreague

Household Vehicle Usage in Wachapreague
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle6 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle40 (36.0%)17 (65.4%)
2 Vehicles55 (49.5%)9 (34.6%)
3 or more Vehicles10 (9.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total111 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Wachapreague

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Wachapreague

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units7437
Median Property Value$187,500$222,600
Median Household Income$52,083$1
Monthly Housing Costs$338$1
Real Estate Taxes$703$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wachapreague

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wachapreague
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0002 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99920 (27.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99949 (66.2%)36 (97.3%)
$300,000 to $499,9993 (4.1%)1 (2.7%)
$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%)
Total74 (100.0%)37 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wachapreague

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wachapreague
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0007 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99910 (13.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9994 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99911 (14.9%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99912 (16.2%)12 (32.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99914 (18.9%)17 (46.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99916 (21.6%)5 (13.5%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)2 (5.4%)
Total74 (100.0%)37 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wachapreague

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wachapreague
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x20 (27.0%)54,531 (147,381.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x21 (28.4%)5 (13.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x6 (8.1%)5 (13.5%)
4.0x or more20 (27.0%)12 (32.4%)
Total74 (100.0%)37 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wachapreague

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wachapreague
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80051 (68.9%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49922 (29.7%)1 (2.7%)
$800 to $1,4991 (1.3%)31 (83.8%)
Total74 (100.0%)37 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Wachapreague

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wachapreague

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wachapreague
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years26 (81.2%)6 (18.8%)
19 to 25 Years37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years22 (91.7%)2 (8.3%)
55 to 64 Years18 (94.7%)1 (5.3%)
65 to 74 Years72 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total261 (96.7%)9 (3.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wachapreague

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wachapreague
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen26 (81.2%)6 (18.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wachapreague

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wachapreague
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00018 (90.0%)2 (10.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99958 (98.3%)1 (1.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99946 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99974 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wachapreague

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wachapreague
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years25 (78.1%)1 (3.1%)
19 to 25 Years9 (24.3%)28 (75.7%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)22 (91.7%)
55 to 64 Years2 (10.5%)16 (84.2%)
65 to 74 Years72 (100.0%)47 (65.3%)
75 Years and over55 (87.3%)55 (87.3%)
Total163 (60.4%)192 (71.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wachapreague

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wachapreague
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%)3 (7.9%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)1 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years9 (31.0%)6 (14.0%)
75 Years and over28 (73.7%)5 (20.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Wachapreague

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Wachapreague: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over10 (26.3%)1 (4.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Wachapreague: <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%)3 (7.9%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (18.4%)3 (12.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Wachapreague: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)3 (7.9%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)1 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years1 (3.5%)1 (2.3%)
75 Years and over10 (26.3%)1 (4.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Wachapreague: <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%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years8 (27.6%)5 (11.6%)
75 Years and over16 (42.1%)5 (20.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Wachapreague: <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 Years1 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over3 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Wachapreague

Computing Device Access in Wachapreague

Computing Device Access in Wachapreague
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop10274.5%
Smartphone9065.7%
Tablet8965.0%
No Computing Device2115.3%
Total137100.0%

Internet Access in Wachapreague

Internet Access in Wachapreague
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet10.7%
Broadband Home7957.7%
Cellular Data Only10.7%
Satellite Internet1410.2%
No Internet4230.7%
Total137100.0%

Wachapreague Summary

Wachapreague is a small town located on the Eastern Shore of Virginia in Accomack County. It is situated on the Atlantic Coast, approximately 30 miles south of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel. The town has a population of approximately 500 people and is known for its fishing and seafood industry.

History

The town of Wachapreague was founded in 1663 by English settlers. The town was named after the Wachapreague Indians, who were the original inhabitants of the area. The town was originally a fishing and trading post, and it was also a major port for the shipping of tobacco and other goods. In the late 1700s, the town was a major center for the slave trade.
In the early 1800s, Wachapreague became a popular destination for tourists. The town was known for its beautiful beaches and its seafood industry. In the late 1800s, the town was a major center for the oyster industry. The town was also home to several shipbuilding companies, which produced wooden sailing vessels.
In the early 1900s, Wachapreague was a popular destination for sport fishing. The town was also home to several seafood processing plants. In the late 1900s, the town was a popular destination for recreational boaters.

Geography

Wachapreague is located on the Eastern Shore of Virginia, approximately 30 miles south of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel. The town is situated on the Atlantic Coast, and it is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the east and the Chesapeake Bay to the west. The town is located on a peninsula, and it is surrounded by several small islands.
The town is located in a temperate climate, and it experiences mild winters and hot, humid summers. The average annual temperature is around 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The town receives an average of 45 inches of precipitation per year.

Economy

The economy of Wachapreague is largely based on the fishing and seafood industry. The town is home to several seafood processing plants, and it is also a popular destination for recreational boaters. The town is also home to several boatbuilding companies, which produce wooden sailing vessels.
The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and other services. The town is also home to several bed and breakfast establishments.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Wachapreague was 498 people. The town has a population density of approximately 5.3 people per square mile. The median age of the population is 44.7 years, and the median household income is $37,500.
The town is predominantly white, with approximately 95% of the population identifying as white. The town is also home to a small African American population, with approximately 4% of the population identifying as African American. The town is also home to a small Hispanic population, with approximately 1% of the population identifying as Hispanic.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Wachapreague?
Total Population of Wachapreague is 270.
What is the Total Male Population of Wachapreague?
Total Male Population of Wachapreague is 127.
What is the Total Female Population of Wachapreague?
Total Female Population of Wachapreague is 143.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Wachapreague?
There are 88.81 Males per 100 Females in Wachapreague.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Wachapreague?
There are 112.60 Females per 100 Males in Wachapreague.
What is the Median Population Age in Wachapreague?
Median Population Age in Wachapreague is 65.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Wachapreague
Average Family Size in Wachapreague is 2.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Wachapreague
Average Household Size in Wachapreague is 1.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Wachapreague?
Per Capita income in Wachapreague is $33,759.
What is the Median Family Income in Wachapreague?
Median Family Income in Wachapreague is $91,250.
What is the Median Household income in Wachapreague?
Median Household Income in Wachapreague is $54,844.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Wachapreague?
Income or Wage Gap in Wachapreague is 40.7%.
Women in Wachapreague earn 59.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Wachapreague?
Inequality or Gini Index in Wachapreague is 0.34.
How Large is the Labor Force in Wachapreague?
There are 100 People in the Labor Forcein in Wachapreague.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Wachapreague?
38.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Wachapreague.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Wachapreague?
Unemployment Rate in Wachapreague is 2.0%.