Amherst, WI
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Amherst Overview
988
TOTAL POPULATION
501
MALE POPULATION
487
FEMALE POPULATION
102.87
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.21
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.5
MEDIAN AGE
2.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,311
PER CAPITA INCOME
$75,250
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$53,625
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
23.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
76.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
511
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
63.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Amherst Zip Codes
Amherst Area Codes
Race in Amherst
The most populous races in Amherst are White / Caucasian (971 | 98.3%), Hispanic or Latino (42 | 4.3%), and Native / Alaskan (8 | 0.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 1 | 0.1% |
| Black / African American | 3 | 0.3% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 4.3% |
| Native / Alaskan | 8 | 0.8% |
| White / Caucasian | 971 | 98.3% |
| Two or more Races | 2 | 0.2% |
| Some other Race | 3 | 0.3% |
| Total | 988 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Amherst
The most populous ancestries reported in Amherst are German (443 | 44.8%), Polish (280 | 28.3%), Norwegian (118 | 11.9%), English (86 | 8.7%), and Irish (73 | 7.4%), together accounting for 101.2% of all Amherst residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 10 | 1.0% |
| Austrian | 6 | 0.6% |
| Central American | 3 | 0.3% |
| Cuban | 1 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 10 | 1.0% |
| Czechoslovakian | 6 | 0.6% |
| Danish | 15 | 1.5% |
| Dutch | 28 | 2.8% |
| Eastern European | 4 | 0.4% |
| English | 86 | 8.7% |
| European | 29 | 2.9% |
| Finnish | 6 | 0.6% |
| French | 17 | 1.7% |
| French Canadian | 12 | 1.2% |
| German | 443 | 44.8% |
| Greek | 3 | 0.3% |
| Guatemalan | 3 | 0.3% |
| Hungarian | 6 | 0.6% |
| Irish | 73 | 7.4% |
| Iroquois | 8 | 0.8% |
| Italian | 41 | 4.2% |
| Jamaican | 1 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 1 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 14 | 1.4% |
| Norwegian | 118 | 11.9% |
| Polish | 280 | 28.3% |
| Puerto Rican | 24 | 2.4% |
| Russian | 2 | 0.2% |
| Scandinavian | 3 | 0.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 3 | 0.3% |
| Scottish | 6 | 0.6% |
| Swedish | 18 | 1.8% |
| Swiss | 3 | 0.3% |
| Ukrainian | 3 | 0.3% |
| Welsh | 7 | 0.7% | View All 35 Rows |
Immigrants in Amherst
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Amherst came from Austria (6 | 0.6%), Europe (6 | 0.6%), Western Europe (6 | 0.6%), Canada (3 | 0.3%), and Central America (3 | 0.3%), together accounting for 2.4% of all Amherst residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 2 | 0.2% |
| Austria | 6 | 0.6% |
| Canada | 3 | 0.3% |
| Central America | 3 | 0.3% |
| Europe | 6 | 0.6% |
| Guatemala | 3 | 0.3% |
| Latin America | 3 | 0.3% |
| South Central Asia | 2 | 0.2% |
| Western Europe | 6 | 0.6% | View All 9 Rows |
Sex and Age in Amherst
Sex and Age in Amherst
The most populous age groups in Amherst are 70 to 74 Years (75 | 15.0%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (59 | 12.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 17 (3.4%) | 44 (9.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 21 (4.2%) | 23 (4.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 39 (7.8%) | 22 (4.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 46 (9.2%) | 36 (7.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 36 (7.2%) | 32 (6.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 21 (4.2%) | 18 (3.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 41 (8.2%) | 30 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 21 (4.2%) | 16 (3.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 18 (3.6%) | 18 (3.7%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 22 (4.4%) | 44 (9.0%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 42 (8.4%) | 59 (12.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 32 (6.4%) | 28 (5.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 31 (6.2%) | 21 (4.3%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 24 (4.8%) | 23 (4.7%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 75 (15.0%) | 40 (8.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 7 (1.4%) | 28 (5.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 8 (1.6%) | 3 (0.6%) |
| 85 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| Total | 501 (100.0%) | 487 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Amherst
Median Family Size in Amherst
The median family size in Amherst is 2.58 persons per family, with single female/mother families (38 | 13.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.79 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (21 | 7.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.19 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 220 (78.8%) | 2.58 |
| Single Male/Father | 21 (7.5%) | 2.19 |
| Single Female/Mother | 38 (13.6%) | 2.79 |
| Total Families | 279 (100.0%) | 2.58 |
Median Household Size in Amherst
The median household size in Amherst is 2.07 persons per household, with single male/father households (21 | 4.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.19 persons per household. non-family households (199 | 41.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 220 (46.0%) | 2.59 |
| Single Male/Father | 21 (4.4%) | 3.19 |
| Single Female/Mother | 38 (8.0%) | 3.08 |
| Non-family | 199 (41.6%) | 1.18 |
| Total Households | 478 (100.0%) | 2.07 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Amherst
Out of a total of 478 households in Amherst, 279 (58.4%) are family households, while 199 (41.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 157, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 166.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 166 (34.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 157 (32.9%) | 33 (6.9%) |
| 3-Person Households | 51 (10.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 40 (8.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 17 (3.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 10 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 4 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 279 (58.4%) | 199 (41.6%) |
Female Fertility in Amherst
Fertility by Age in Amherst
Average fertility rate in Amherst is 46.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 75.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 66.7% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 6 (66.7%) | 75.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 3 (33.3%) | 38.0 |
| Total | 9 (100.0%) | 46.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Amherst
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Amherst
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 3 (33.3%) | 42.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 6 (66.7%) | 158.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 9 (100.0%) | 46.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Amherst
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in Amherst
Income Overview in Amherst
Per Capita Income in Amherst is $34,311, while median incomes of families and households are $75,250 and $53,625 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 988 | $34,311 |
| Median Family Income | 279 | $75,250 |
| Mean Family Income | 279 | $92,764 |
| Median Household Income | 478 | $53,625 |
| Mean Household Income | 478 | $71,019 |
| Income Deficit | 279 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 988 | 23.14% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 988 | 76.86¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 988 | 0.44 |
Earnings by Sex in Amherst
Average Earnings in Amherst are $31,154, $34,821 for men and $26,765 for women, a difference of 23.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 274 (51.1%) | $34,821 |
| Female | 262 (48.9%) | $26,765 |
| Total | 536 (100.0%) | $31,154 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Amherst
The most common earnings brackets in Amherst are $2,500 to $4,999 for men (29 | 10.6%) and $2,499 or less for women (41 | 15.7%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 6 (2.2%) | 41 (15.7%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 29 (10.6%) | 11 (4.2%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 19 (6.9%) | 3 (1.1%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 7 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (1.9%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 11 (4.0%) | 21 (8.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 3 (1.1%) | 3 (1.1%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (3.0%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (1.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 16 (5.8%) | 24 (9.2%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 28 (10.2%) | 24 (9.2%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 19 (6.9%) | 22 (8.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 4 (1.5%) | 15 (5.7%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 16 (5.8%) | 15 (5.7%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 16 (5.8%) | 14 (5.3%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 18 (6.6%) | 12 (4.6%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 26 (9.5%) | 8 (3.0%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 9 (3.3%) | 9 (3.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 21 (7.7%) | 18 (6.9%) |
| $100,000+ | 26 (9.5%) | 6 (2.3%) |
| Total | 274 (100.0%) | 262 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Amherst
Average earnings in Amherst are $47,292 for men and $34,018 for women, a difference of 28.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $125,938, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $33,036. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $94,038, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $26,705.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $33,036 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $33,036 | $26,705 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $53,750 | $38,125 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $48,438 | $32,500 |
| Graduate Degree | $125,938 | $94,038 |
| Total | $47,292 | $34,018 |
Family Income in Amherst
Family Income Brackets in Amherst
According to the Amherst family income data, there are 87 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 31.2% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 3 families (1.1%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 4 | 1.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3 | 1.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 3 | 1.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 11 | 3.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 87 | 31.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 31 | 11.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 54 | 19.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 59 | 21.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 15 | 5.4% |
| $200,000+ | 12 | 4.3% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Amherst
5-person families (17 | 6.1%) account for the highest median family income in Amherst with $118,438 per family, while 2-person families (174 | 62.4%) have the highest median income of $30,938 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 174 (62.4%) | $61,875 |
| 3-Person Families | 50 (17.9%) | $81,500 |
| 4-Person Families | 24 (8.6%) | $72,500 |
| 5-Person Families | 17 (6.1%) | $118,438 |
| 6-Person Families | 10 (3.6%) | $59,286 |
| 7+ Person Families | 4 (1.4%) | $0 |
| Total | 279 (100.0%) | $75,250 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Amherst
The median family income in Amherst is $75,250, with families comprising 3+ earners (25) having the highest median family income of $123,750, while families with no earners (86) have the lowest median family income of $41,667, accounting for 9.0% and 30.8% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 86 (30.8%) | $41,667 |
| 1 Earner | 69 (24.7%) | $49,583 |
| 2 Earners | 99 (35.5%) | $101,458 |
| 3+ Earners | 25 (9.0%) | $123,750 |
| Total | 279 (100.0%) | $75,250 |
Household Income in Amherst
Household Income Brackets in Amherst
With 103 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Amherst, accounting for 21.5% of all households. In contrast, only 6 households (1.3%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 6 | 1.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 50 | 10.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 55 | 11.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 16 | 3.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 103 | 21.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 79 | 16.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 81 | 16.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 61 | 12.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 15 | 3.1% |
| $200,000+ | 12 | 2.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Amherst
The median household income in Amherst is $53,625, with the highest median household income of $76,875 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 181 households (37.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $23,462, with 50 households (10.5%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 50 (10.5%) | $23,462 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 88 (18.4%) | $62,500 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 181 (37.9%) | $76,875 |
| 65+ Years | 159 (33.3%) | $41,845 |
| Total | 478 (100.0%) | $53,625 |
Poverty in Amherst
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Amherst
With 5.6% poverty level for males and 14.0% for females among the residents of Amherst, 16 and 17 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 3 males (37.5%) and 19 females (42.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (6.8%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (16.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 3 (37.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 12 (19.1%) | 19 (42.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 4 (6.5%) | 3 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1 (2.6%) | 6 (17.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3 (4.7%) | 11 (10.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1 (1.6%) | 11 (22.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4 (4.0%) | 9 (14.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 28 (5.6%) | 68 (14.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Amherst
According to the poverty statistics in Amherst, males aged under 5 years and females aged 12 to 14 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 17 (100.0%) | 41 (93.2%) |
| 5 Years | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 16 (100.0%) | 30 (83.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 36 (100.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 5 (62.5%) | 23 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 51 (80.9%) | 26 (57.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 58 (93.5%) | 45 (93.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 38 (97.4%) | 28 (82.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 61 (95.3%) | 92 (89.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 62 (98.4%) | 38 (77.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 95 (96.0%) | 54 (85.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 15 (100.0%) | 33 (100.0%) |
| Total | 473 (94.4%) | 419 (86.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Amherst
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Amherst show that 1.4% or 3 of the total 220 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 6.5%, comprising of 3 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 153 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 43 (93.5%) | 3 (6.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 217 (98.6%) | 3 (1.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Amherst
According to the poverty data in Amherst, 19.1% or 4 single-father households and 7.9% or 3 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (44.4%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (11.1%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 4 (44.4%) | 3 (11.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4 (19.1%) | 3 (7.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Amherst
The poverty data for Amherst shows that 3 of the married-couple family households (1.4%) and 7 of the single-parent households (11.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (6.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 household (19.4%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 3 (6.5%) | 7 (19.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3 (1.4%) | 7 (11.9%) |
Employment Characteristics in Amherst
Employment by Class of Employer in Amherst
Among the 479 employed individuals in Amherst, private company employees (358 | 74.7%), local government employees (35 | 7.3%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (33 | 6.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 358 | 74.7% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 17 | 3.5% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 33 | 6.9% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 27 | 5.6% |
| Local Government Employees | 35 | 7.3% |
| State Government Employees | 9 | 1.9% |
| Federal Government Employees | 0 | 0.0% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 479 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Amherst
According to the labor force statistics for Amherst, out of the total population over 16 years of age (811), 63.0% or 511 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.3% or 17 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 71 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 15.5% or 11 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 47 (66.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 63 (92.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 28 (71.8%) | 3 (10.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 71 (100.0%) | 11 (15.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 53 (72.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 150 (89.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 52 (86.7%) | 3 (5.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 22 (42.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 22 (13.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3 (6.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 511 (63.0%) | 17 (3.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Amherst
According to labor force statistics for Amherst, 81.4% of individuals (376) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (462) are in the labor force, with 4.5% or 17 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 88.4% or 122 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 12.3% or 14 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 26 (78.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 114 (75.5%) | 19 (12.3%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 122 (88.4%) | 3 (2.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 114 (81.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 376 (81.4%) | 21 (4.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Amherst
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Amherst are Management (54 | 10.9%), Community & Social Service (50 | 10.1%), Education, Arts & Media (25 | 5.1%), Computers, Engineering & Science (23 | 4.7%), and Education Instruction & Library (19 | 3.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Amherst, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 42 (77.8%) | 12 (22.2%) |
| Business & Financial | 7 (46.7%) | 8 (53.3%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 13 (26.0%) | 37 (74.0%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 4 (16.0%) | 21 (84.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 9 (47.4%) | 10 (52.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 85 (54.8%) | 70 (45.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 250 (50.6%) | 244 (49.4%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Amherst are Food Preparation & Serving (25 | 5.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (12 | 2.4%), Healthcare Support (11 | 2.2%), and Personal Care & Service (11 | 2.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (100.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 5 (41.7%) | 7 (58.3%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 5 (8.5%) | 54 (91.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 250 (50.6%) | 244 (49.4%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Amherst are Sales & Related (61 | 12.3%), and Office & Administration (59 | 11.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 36 (59.0%) | 25 (41.0%) |
| Office & Administration | 11 (18.6%) | 48 (81.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 47 (39.2%) | 73 (60.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 250 (50.6%) | 244 (49.4%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Amherst are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (41 | 8.3%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (15 | 3.0%), and Construction & Extraction (9 | 1.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 3 (20.0%) | 12 (80.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 39 (95.1%) | 2 (4.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 51 (78.5%) | 14 (21.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 250 (50.6%) | 244 (49.4%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Amherst are Production (35 | 7.1%), Transportation (30 | 6.1%), and Material Moving (30 | 6.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 17 (48.6%) | 18 (51.4%) |
| Transportation | 18 (60.0%) | 12 (40.0%) |
| Material Moving | 27 (90.0%) | 3 (10.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 62 (65.3%) | 33 (34.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 250 (50.6%) | 244 (49.4%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Amherst
Employment Industries in Amherst
The major employment industries in Amherst include Manufacturing (77 | 15.6%), Retail Trade (69 | 14.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (66 | 13.4%), Transportation & Warehousing (56 | 11.3%), and Finance & Insurance (40 | 8.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Amherst
The Amherst industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (97.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 7 (31.8%) | 15 (68.2%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 53 (68.8%) | 24 (31.2%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 44 (63.8%) | 25 (36.2%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 43 (76.8%) | 13 (23.2%) |
| Utilities | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 2 (22.2%) | 7 (77.8%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 5 (12.5%) | 35 (87.5%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 4 (44.4%) | 5 (55.6%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 12 (75.0%) | 4 (25.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Educational Services | 20 (58.8%) | 14 (41.2%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 2 (3.0%) | 64 (97.0%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 6 (19.4%) | 25 (80.6%) |
| Public Administration | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 250 (50.6%) | 244 (49.4%) |
Education in Amherst
School Enrollment in Amherst
The most common levels of schooling among the 226 students in Amherst are high school (62 | 27.4%), middle school (53 | 23.4%), and college / undergraduate (49 | 21.7%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 8 | 3.5% |
| Kindergarten | 8 | 3.5% |
| Elementary School | 38 | 16.8% |
| Middle School | 53 | 23.4% |
| High School | 62 | 27.4% |
| College / Undergraduate | 49 | 21.7% |
| Graduate / Professional | 8 | 3.5% |
| Total | 226 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Amherst
Out of a total of 226 students who are enrolled in schools in Amherst, 23 (10.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 203 (89.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 4 (100.0% 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 32 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 40 (90.9%) | 4 (9.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 52 (85.3%) | 9 (14.7%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 36 (85.7%) | 6 (14.3%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 203 (89.8%) | 23 (10.2%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Amherst
Education (42 | 21.8%), business (35 | 18.1%), science & technology (21 | 10.9%), bio, nature & agricultural (15 | 7.8%), and visual & performing arts (15 | 7.8%) are the most common fields of study among 193 individuals in Amherst who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 5 | 2.6% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 15 | 7.8% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 3 | 1.5% |
| Psychology | 5 | 2.6% |
| Social Sciences | 9 | 4.7% |
| Engineering | 5 | 2.6% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 21 | 10.9% |
| Business | 35 | 18.1% |
| Education | 42 | 21.8% |
| Literature & Languages | 0 | 0.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 11 | 5.7% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 15 | 7.8% |
| Communications | 14 | 7.2% |
| Arts & Humanities | 13 | 6.7% |
| Total | 193 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Amherst
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Amherst
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Amherst are males with 2 vehicles (101, accounting for 43.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (103, making up 41.4%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 56 (23.8%) | 77 (31.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 101 (43.0%) | 103 (42.2%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 63 (26.8%) | 52 (21.3%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 15 (6.4%) | 12 (4.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 235 (100.0%) | 244 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Amherst
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Amherst are less than 5 minutes (84 commuters, 21.0%), 20 to 24 minutes (79 commuters, 19.8%), and 15 to 19 minutes (57 commuters, 14.2%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 84 | 21.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 43 | 10.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 20 | 5.0% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 57 | 14.2% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 79 | 19.8% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 42 | 10.5% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 19 | 4.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 4 | 1.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 20 | 5.0% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 27 | 6.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 5 | 1.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Amherst
The most common commute times in Amherst are less than 5 minutes (54 commuters, 26.9%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (43 commuters, 21.6%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 54 (26.9%) | 30 (15.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 26 (12.9%) | 17 (8.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 11 (5.5%) | 9 (4.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 28 (13.9%) | 29 (14.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 36 (17.9%) | 43 (21.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 11 (5.5%) | 31 (15.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 10 (5.0%) | 9 (4.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (2.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 15 (7.5%) | 5 (2.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 7 (3.5%) | 20 (10.1%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 3 (1.5%) | 2 (1.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Amherst
The most frequent times of departure to work in Amherst are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (38, 18.9%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (36, 18.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 9 (4.5%) | 30 (15.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 8 (4.0%) | 11 (5.5%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 29 (14.4%) | 1 (0.5%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 16 (8.0%) | 14 (7.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 21 (10.4%) | 7 (3.5%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 38 (18.9%) | 12 (6.0%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 22 (11.0%) | 36 (18.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 7 (3.5%) | 25 (12.6%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (2.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 7 (3.5%) | 8 (4.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 3 (1.5%) | 7 (3.5%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (2.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 15 (7.5%) | 14 (7.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 26 (12.9%) | 26 (13.1%) |
| Total | 201 (100.0%) | 199 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Amherst
Occupancy by Ownership in Amherst
Of the total 478 dwellings in Amherst, owner-occupied units account for 306 (64.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 172 (36.0%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 306 | 64.0% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 172 | 36.0% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 478 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Amherst
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 166 | 34.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 190 | 39.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 51 | 10.7% |
| 4+ Person Household | 71 | 14.8% |
| Total Housing Units | 478 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Amherst
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 45 (27.1%) | 121 (72.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 153 (80.5%) | 37 (19.5%) |
| 3-Person Household | 40 (78.4%) | 11 (21.6%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 68 (95.8%) | 3 (4.2%) |
| Total Housing Units | 306 (64.0%) | 172 (36.0%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Amherst
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 6 (18.8%) | 26 (81.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 60 (45.8%) | 71 (54.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 142 (71.0%) | 58 (29.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 98 (85.2%) | 17 (14.8%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Amherst
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 93 | 19.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 45 | 9.4% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 104 | 21.8% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 77 | 16.1% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 124 | 25.9% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 33 | 6.9% |
| 85 Years and Over | 2 | 0.4% |
| Total | 478 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Amherst
Median Income by Occupancy in Amherst
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 306 (64.0%) | $75,625 |
| Renter-Occupied | 172 (36.0%) | $24,038 |
| Average | 478 (100.0%) | $53,625 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Amherst
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 1 (0.3%) | 5 (2.9%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2 (0.6%) | 48 (27.9%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 10 (3.3%) | 8 (4.6%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 7 (2.3%) | 30 (17.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 2 (0.6%) | 14 (8.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 86 (28.1%) | 17 (9.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 43 (14.1%) | 36 (20.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 73 (23.9%) | 8 (4.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 55 (18.0%) | 6 (3.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 27 (8.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 306 (100.0%) | 172 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Amherst
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 5 (1.6%) | 11 (6.4%) |
| $300 to $499 | 29 (9.5%) | 18 (10.5%) |
| $500 to $799 | 47 (15.4%) | 52 (30.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 104 (34.0%) | 75 (43.6%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 89 (29.1%) | 10 (5.8%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 29 (9.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 3 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 306 (100.0%) | 172 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Amherst
Housing Structures in Amherst
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 326 | 68.2% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 14 | 2.9% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 18 | 3.8% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 26 | 5.4% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 61 | 12.8% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 33 | 6.9% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 478 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Amherst
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 292 (89.6%) | 34 (10.4%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 61 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 306 (64.0%) | 172 (36.0%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Amherst
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 5 (1.6%) | 68 (39.5%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 51 (16.7%) | 85 (49.4%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 173 (56.5%) | 17 (9.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 77 (25.2%) | 2 (1.2%) |
| Total | 306 (100.0%) | 172 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Amherst
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 270 (88.2%) | 73 (42.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 8 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 24 (7.8%) | 88 (51.2%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 2 (0.6%) | 3 (1.7%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 2 (0.6%) | 6 (3.5%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (1.2%) |
| Total | 306 (100.0%) | 172 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Amherst
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (13.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 79 (25.8%) | 95 (55.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 161 (52.6%) | 51 (29.6%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 66 (21.6%) | 3 (1.7%) |
| Total | 306 (100.0%) | 172 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Amherst
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Amherst
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 74 | 232 |
| Median Property Value | $217,700 | $200,600 |
| Median Household Income | $84,063 | $16 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $592 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,808 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Amherst
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 5 (6.8%) | 3 (1.3%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 1 (1.3%) | 30 (12.9%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 60 (81.1%) | 184 (79.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 8 (10.8%) | 12 (5.2%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (1.3%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 74 (100.0%) | 232 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Amherst
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 1 (1.3%) | 3 (1.3%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 13 (17.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 2 (2.7%) | 6 (2.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 3 (4.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 10 (13.5%) | 83 (35.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 22 (29.7%) | 33 (14.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 12 (16.2%) | 51 (22.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 11 (14.9%) | 43 (18.5%) |
| Total | 74 (100.0%) | 232 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Amherst
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 30 (40.5%) | 69,583 (29,992.7%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 15 (20.3%) | 80 (34.5%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 11 (14.9%) | 58 (25.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 18 (24.3%) | 17 (7.3%) |
| Total | 74 (100.0%) | 232 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Amherst
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 3 (4.1%) | 3 (1.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 69 (93.2%) | 26 (11.2%) |
| Total | 74 (100.0%) | 232 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Amherst
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Amherst
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 69 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 168 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 84 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 99 (94.3%) | 6 (5.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 69 (94.5%) | 4 (5.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 160 (95.8%) | 7 (4.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 108 (96.4%) | 4 (3.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 162 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 48 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 967 (97.9%) | 21 (2.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Amherst
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 69 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 168 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 84 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Amherst
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 128 (97.0%) | 4 (3.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 196 (98.5%) | 3 (1.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 179 (94.7%) | 10 (5.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 204 (98.6%) | 3 (1.5%) |
| $100,000 and over | 260 (99.6%) | 1 (0.4%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Amherst
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 19 (27.5%) | 50 (72.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 73 (43.4%) | 98 (58.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 8 (9.5%) | 76 (90.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 43 (40.9%) | 58 (55.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 18 (24.7%) | 51 (69.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 30 (18.0%) | 135 (80.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 25 (22.3%) | 85 (75.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 161 (99.4%) | 114 (70.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 48 (100.0%) | 37 (77.1%) |
| Total | 425 (43.0%) | 704 (71.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Amherst
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 3 (3.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 4 (3.2%) | 5 (5.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 16 (9.6%) | 27 (14.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 63 (63.6%) | 9 (14.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 15 (100.0%) | 3 (9.1%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Amherst
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 4 (3.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 13 (7.8%) | 6 (3.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 11 (73.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (14.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (9.1%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 3 (3.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 4 (3.2%) | 5 (5.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (3.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 6 (3.6%) | 22 (11.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 63 (63.6%) | 9 (14.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 4 (26.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (3.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3 (3.0%) | 9 (14.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Amherst
Computing Device Access in Amherst
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 364 | 76.1% |
| Smartphone | 429 | 89.7% |
| Tablet | 293 | 61.3% |
| No Computing Device | 27 | 5.7% |
| Total | 478 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Amherst
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 3 | 0.6% |
| Broadband Home | 357 | 74.7% |
| Cellular Data Only | 61 | 12.8% |
| Satellite Internet | 12 | 2.5% |
| No Internet | 52 | 10.9% |
| Total | 478 | 100.0% |
Amherst Summary
Amherst, Wisconsin is a small town located in Portage County, Wisconsin. It is situated on the Wisconsin River, about 25 miles east of Stevens Point. The population of Amherst was 1,845 in the 2010 census.
History
The area that is now Amherst was first settled in 1848 by a group of German immigrants. The town was originally called “New Berlin”, but was later changed to Amherst in 1854 in honor of Lord Jeffrey Amherst, a British general who fought in the French and Indian War.
The town was officially incorporated in 1856 and the first post office was established in 1857. The first school was built in 1858 and the first church was built in 1859.
In the late 19th century, Amherst was a thriving lumber town. The town was home to several sawmills, a grist mill, a shingle mill, and a planing mill. The lumber industry was the main source of employment for the town’s residents.
In the early 20th century, the lumber industry began to decline and the town’s economy shifted to agriculture. The town was home to several dairy farms and a cheese factory.
Geography
Amherst is located in central Wisconsin, about 25 miles east of Stevens Point. The town is situated on the Wisconsin River and is surrounded by rolling hills and forests. The town covers an area of 2.3 square miles and has a population density of 803 people per square mile.
The town has a humid continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers. The average temperature in January is 19°F and the average temperature in July is 73°F. The average annual precipitation is 33 inches.
Economy
The economy of Amherst is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several dairy farms and a cheese factory. The town also has several small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and a hardware store.
Tourism is an important part of the town’s economy. The town is home to several parks and recreational areas, including the Amherst State Wildlife Area and the Amherst County Park. The town also hosts several annual events, such as the Amherst County Fair and the Amherst Music Festival.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Amherst was 1,845. The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
The median household income in Amherst was $45,938 and the median family income was $54,375. The per capita income was $20,945. About 8.2% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Amherst?
Total Population of Amherst is 988.
What is the Total Male Population of Amherst?
Total Male Population of Amherst is 501.
What is the Total Female Population of Amherst?
Total Female Population of Amherst is 487.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Amherst?
There are 102.87 Males per 100 Females in Amherst.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Amherst?
There are 97.21 Females per 100 Males in Amherst.
What is the Median Population Age in Amherst?
Median Population Age in Amherst is 44.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Amherst
Average Family Size in Amherst is 2.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Amherst
Average Household Size in Amherst is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Amherst?
Per Capita income in Amherst is $34,311.
What is the Median Family Income in Amherst?
Median Family Income in Amherst is $75,250.
What is the Median Household income in Amherst?
Median Household Income in Amherst is $53,625.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Amherst?
Income or Wage Gap in Amherst is 23.1%.
Women in Amherst earn 76.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Amherst?
Inequality or Gini Index in Amherst is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Amherst?
There are 511 People in the Labor Forcein in Amherst.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Amherst?
63.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Amherst.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Amherst?
Unemployment Rate in Amherst is 3.3%.