Independence, WI
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1,267
TOTAL POPULATION
573
MALE POPULATION
694
FEMALE POPULATION
82.56
MALES / 100 FEMALES
121.12
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,348
PER CAPITA INCOME
$63,750
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$51,354
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
13.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
86.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
596
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Independence Zip Codes
Independence Area Codes
Race in Independence
The most populous races in Independence are White / Caucasian (1,013 | 79.9%), Hispanic or Latino (272 | 21.5%), and Two or more Races (102 | 8.1%).
Race | # Population | % Population |
Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
Black / African American | 66 | 5.2% |
Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
Hispanic or Latino | 272 | 21.5% |
Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
White / Caucasian | 1,013 | 79.9% |
Two or more Races | 102 | 8.1% |
Some other Race | 86 | 6.8% |
Total | 1,267 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Independence
The most populous ancestries reported in Independence are Polish (399 | 31.5%), German (302 | 23.8%), Mexican (213 | 16.8%), Norwegian (169 | 13.3%), and Puerto Rican (53 | 4.2%), together accounting for 89.7% of all Independence residents.
Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
American | 6 | 0.5% |
Austrian | 5 | 0.4% |
Belgian | 3 | 0.2% |
Blackfeet | 2 | 0.2% |
Central American | 4 | 0.3% |
Czech | 2 | 0.2% |
Danish | 6 | 0.5% |
English | 24 | 1.9% |
European | 5 | 0.4% |
Finnish | 4 | 0.3% |
French Canadian | 3 | 0.2% |
German | 302 | 23.8% |
Guatemalan | 4 | 0.3% |
Irish | 42 | 3.3% |
Italian | 16 | 1.3% |
Mexican | 213 | 16.8% |
Nigerian | 40 | 3.2% |
Norwegian | 169 | 13.3% |
Polish | 399 | 31.5% |
Puerto Rican | 53 | 4.2% |
Russian | 3 | 0.2% |
Scottish | 3 | 0.2% |
Spanish | 2 | 0.2% |
Subsaharan African | 40 | 3.2% |
Swedish | 8 | 0.6% |
Swiss | 20 | 1.6% | View All 26 Rows |
Immigrants in Independence
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Independence came from Central America (69 | 5.4%), Latin America (69 | 5.4%), Mexico (61 | 4.8%), Africa (34 | 2.7%), and Western Africa (34 | 2.7%), together accounting for 21.1% of all Independence residents.
Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
Africa | 34 | 2.7% |
Central America | 69 | 5.4% |
Eastern Europe | 33 | 2.6% |
El Salvador | 4 | 0.3% |
Europe | 33 | 2.6% |
Guatemala | 4 | 0.3% |
Latin America | 69 | 5.4% |
Mexico | 61 | 4.8% |
Nigeria | 24 | 1.9% |
Poland | 33 | 2.6% |
Western Africa | 34 | 2.7% | View All 11 Rows |
Sex and Age in Independence
Sex and Age in Independence
The most populous age groups in Independence are 65 to 69 Years (65 | 11.3%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (75 | 10.8%) for women.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 33 (5.8%) | 43 (6.2%) |
5 to 9 Years | 35 (6.1%) | 45 (6.5%) |
10 to 14 Years | 35 (6.1%) | 51 (7.3%) |
15 to 19 Years | 16 (2.8%) | 44 (6.3%) |
20 to 24 Years | 27 (4.7%) | 64 (9.2%) |
25 to 29 Years | 49 (8.6%) | 45 (6.5%) |
30 to 34 Years | 33 (5.8%) | 20 (2.9%) |
35 to 39 Years | 35 (6.1%) | 27 (3.9%) |
40 to 44 Years | 50 (8.7%) | 64 (9.2%) |
45 to 49 Years | 44 (7.7%) | 17 (2.5%) |
50 to 54 Years | 20 (3.5%) | 75 (10.8%) |
55 to 59 Years | 33 (5.8%) | 50 (7.2%) |
60 to 64 Years | 27 (4.7%) | 20 (2.9%) |
65 to 69 Years | 65 (11.3%) | 53 (7.6%) |
70 to 74 Years | 15 (2.6%) | 25 (3.6%) |
75 to 79 Years | 11 (1.9%) | 31 (4.5%) |
80 to 84 Years | 9 (1.6%) | 7 (1.0%) |
85 Years and over | 36 (6.3%) | 13 (1.9%) |
Total | 573 (100.0%) | 694 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Independence
Median Family Size in Independence
The median family size in Independence is 2.57 persons per family, with single male/father families (27 | 8.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.89 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (103 | 31.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.13 persons per family.
Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
Married-Couple | 195 (60.0%) | 2.76 |
Single Male/Father | 27 (8.3%) | 2.89 |
Single Female/Mother | 103 (31.7%) | 2.13 |
Total Families | 325 (100.0%) | 2.57 |
Median Household Size in Independence
The median household size in Independence is 2.20 persons per household, with single male/father households (27 | 4.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.33 persons per household. non-family households (247 | 43.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.34 persons per household.
Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
Married-Couple | 195 (34.1%) | 2.83 |
Single Male/Father | 27 (4.7%) | 3.33 |
Single Female/Mother | 103 (18.0%) | 2.79 |
Non-family | 247 (43.2%) | 1.34 |
Total Households | 572 (100.0%) | 2.20 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Independence
Out of a total of 572 households in Independence, 325 (56.8%) are family households, while 247 (43.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 149, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 206.
Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
1-Person Households | - | 206 (36.0%) |
2-Person Households | 149 (26.1%) | 22 (3.8%) |
3-Person Households | 100 (17.5%) | 7 (1.2%) |
4-Person Households | 21 (3.7%) | 8 (1.4%) |
5-Person Households | 40 (7.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6-Person Households | 15 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (0.7%) |
Total | 325 (56.8%) | 247 (43.2%) |
Female Fertility in Independence
Fertility by Age in Independence
Average fertility rate in Independence is 114.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 256.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% 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 | 33 (100.0%) | 256.0 |
35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Total | 33 (100.0%) | 114.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Independence
12.1% of women with births (33) in Independence are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 87.9% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 87.9% of them unmarried.
Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 34 years | 4 (12.1%) | 29 (87.9%) |
35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 4 (12.1%) | 29 (87.9%) |
Fertility by Education in Independence
Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
High School Diploma | 8 (24.2%) | 78.0 |
College or Associate's Degree | 25 (75.8%) | 321.0 |
Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Total | 33 (100.0%) | 114.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Independence
87.9% of women with births in Independence are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 50.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
High School Diploma | 4 (50.0%) | 4 (50.0%) |
College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (100.0%) |
Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 4 (12.1%) | 29 (87.9%) |
Income in Independence
Income Overview in Independence
Per Capita Income in Independence is $31,348, while median incomes of families and households are $63,750 and $51,354 respectively.
Characteristic | Number | Measure |
Per Capita Income | 1,267 | $31,348 |
Median Family Income | 325 | $63,750 |
Mean Family Income | 325 | $74,883 |
Median Household Income | 572 | $51,354 |
Mean Household Income | 572 | $71,004 |
Income Deficit | 325 | $0 |
Wage / Income Gap (%) | 1,267 | 13.56% |
Wage / Income Gap ($) | 1,267 | 86.44¢ per $1 |
Gini / Inequality Index | 1,267 | 0.46 |
Earnings by Sex in Independence
Average Earnings in Independence are $34,392, $36,875 for men and $31,875 for women, a difference of 13.6%.
Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
Male | 301 (48.2%) | $36,875 |
Female | 323 (51.8%) | $31,875 |
Total | 624 (100.0%) | $34,392 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Independence
The most common earnings brackets in Independence are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (50 | 16.6%) and $22,500 to $24,999 for women (55 | 17.0%).
Income | Male | Female |
$2,499 or less | 12 (4.0%) | 12 (3.7%) |
$2,500 to $4,999 | 4 (1.3%) | 20 (6.2%) |
$5,000 to $7,499 | 4 (1.3%) | 9 (2.8%) |
$7,500 to $9,999 | 4 (1.3%) | 3 (0.9%) |
$10,000 to $12,499 | 2 (0.7%) | 28 (8.7%) |
$12,500 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (0.9%) |
$15,000 to $17,499 | 5 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$17,500 to $19,999 | 3 (1.0%) | 8 (2.5%) |
$20,000 to $22,499 | 13 (4.3%) | 3 (0.9%) |
$22,500 to $24,999 | 4 (1.3%) | 55 (17.0%) |
$25,000 to $29,999 | 50 (16.6%) | 16 (5.0%) |
$30,000 to $34,999 | 45 (14.9%) | 18 (5.6%) |
$35,000 to $39,999 | 13 (4.3%) | 33 (10.2%) |
$40,000 to $44,999 | 17 (5.7%) | 22 (6.8%) |
$45,000 to $49,999 | 19 (6.3%) | 20 (6.2%) |
$50,000 to $54,999 | 19 (6.3%) | 8 (2.5%) |
$55,000 to $64,999 | 37 (12.3%) | 19 (5.9%) |
$65,000 to $74,999 | 18 (6.0%) | 15 (4.6%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 27 (9.0%) | 27 (8.4%) |
$100,000+ | 5 (1.7%) | 4 (1.2%) |
Total | 301 (100.0%) | 323 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Independence
Average earnings in Independence are $38,036 for men and $36,739 for women, a difference of 3.4%. Men with an educational attainment of less than high school enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $50,208, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $35,000. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $67,083, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $23,542.
Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
Less than High School | $50,208 | $23,542 |
High School Diploma | $35,000 | $35,109 |
College or Associate's Degree | $40,417 | $46,406 |
Bachelor's Degree | $47,083 | $67,083 |
Graduate Degree | - | - |
Total | $38,036 | $36,739 |
Family Income in Independence
Family Income Brackets in Independence
According to the Independence family income data, there are 80 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.6% of all families.
Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
Less than $10,000 | 13 | 4.0% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 51 | 15.7% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 18 | 5.5% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 49 | 15.1% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 80 | 24.6% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 50 | 15.4% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 33 | 10.2% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 5 | 1.5% |
$200,000+ | 26 | 8.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Independence
4-person families (29 | 8.9%) account for the highest median family income in Independence with $65,536 per family, while 2-person families (194 | 59.7%) have the highest median income of $32,500 per family member.
Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
2-Person Families | 194 (59.7%) | $65,000 |
3-Person Families | 64 (19.7%) | $50,000 |
4-Person Families | 29 (8.9%) | $65,536 |
5-Person Families | 30 (9.2%) | $0 |
6-Person Families | 8 (2.5%) | $0 |
7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
Total | 325 (100.0%) | $63,750 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Independence
The median family income in Independence is $63,750, with families comprising 3+ earners (24) having the highest median family income of $125,417, while families with 1 earner (160) have the lowest median family income of $39,423, accounting for 7.4% and 49.2% of families, respectively.
Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
No Earners | 66 (20.3%) | $70,625 |
1 Earner | 160 (49.2%) | $39,423 |
2 Earners | 75 (23.1%) | $82,188 |
3+ Earners | 24 (7.4%) | $125,417 |
Total | 325 (100.0%) | $63,750 |
Household Income in Independence
Household Income Brackets in Independence
With 130 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Independence, accounting for 22.7% of all households. In contrast, only 18 households (3.2%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Less than $10,000 | 35 | 6.1% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 29 | 5.1% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 61 | 10.7% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 61 | 10.7% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 87 | 15.2% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 130 | 22.7% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 56 | 9.8% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 60 | 10.5% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 18 | 3.1% |
$200,000+ | 35 | 6.1% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Independence
The median household income in Independence is $51,354, with the highest median household income of $68,125 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 151 households (26.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $24,911, with 62 households (10.8%) in this group.
Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
15 to 24 Years | 62 (10.8%) | $24,911 |
25 to 44 Years | 151 (26.4%) | $68,125 |
45 to 64 Years | 151 (26.4%) | $63,750 |
65+ Years | 208 (36.4%) | $37,727 |
Total | 572 (100.0%) | $51,354 |
Poverty in Independence
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Independence
With 13.2% poverty level for males and 14.9% for females among the residents of Independence, 6 to 11 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 17 males (54.8%) and 36 females (56.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 13 (39.4%) | 10 (29.4%) |
5 Years | 5 (35.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 17 (54.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 24 Years | 7 (17.9%) | 36 (56.2%) |
25 to 34 Years | 5 (6.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 14 (16.5%) | 10 (11.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 4 (6.2%) | 6 (6.5%) |
55 to 64 Years | 3 (5.0%) | 12 (17.1%) |
65 to 74 Years | 7 (8.7%) | 15 (19.2%) |
75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (21.6%) |
Total | 75 (13.2%) | 100 (14.9%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Independence
According to the poverty statistics in Independence, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 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.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 20 (60.6%) | 24 (70.6%) |
5 Years | 9 (64.3%) | 3 (100.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 14 (45.2%) | 51 (100.0%) |
12 to 14 Years | 19 (100.0%) | 26 (100.0%) |
15 Years | 1 (100.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
16 and 17 Years | 3 (100.0%) | 42 (100.0%) |
18 to 24 Years | 32 (82.1%) | 28 (43.8%) |
25 to 34 Years | 77 (93.9%) | 65 (100.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 71 (83.5%) | 81 (89.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 60 (93.8%) | 86 (93.5%) |
55 to 64 Years | 57 (95.0%) | 58 (82.9%) |
65 to 74 Years | 73 (91.2%) | 63 (80.8%) |
75 Years and over | 56 (100.0%) | 40 (78.4%) |
Total | 492 (86.8%) | 569 (85.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Independence
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Independence show that 5.1% or 10 of the total 195 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 29.4%, comprising of 10 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 | 136 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
1 or 2 Children | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
3 or 4 Children | 24 (70.6%) | 10 (29.4%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 185 (94.9%) | 10 (5.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Independence
Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (28.0%) |
3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (30.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (23.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Independence
The poverty data for Independence shows that 10 of the married-couple family households (5.1%) and 24 of the single-parent households (18.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (29.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 household (30.0%) living below poverty.
Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (22.3%) |
3 or 4 Children | 10 (29.4%) | 3 (30.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 10 (5.1%) | 24 (18.5%) |
Employment Characteristics in Independence
Employment by Class of Employer in Independence
Among the 535 employed individuals in Independence, private company employees (442 | 82.6%), not-for-profit organizations (43 | 8.0%), and local government employees (23 | 4.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
Private Company Employees | 442 | 82.6% |
Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 4 | 0.7% |
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 6 | 1.1% |
Not-for-profit Organizations | 43 | 8.0% |
Local Government Employees | 23 | 4.3% |
State Government Employees | 17 | 3.2% |
Federal Government Employees | 0 | 0.0% |
Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 535 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Independence
According to the labor force statistics for Independence, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,022), 58.3% or 596 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.0% or 24 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 95.7% or 90 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 20.0% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
16 to 19 Years | 12 (21.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 24 Years | 87 (95.6%) | 6 (6.9%) |
25 to 29 Years | 90 (95.7%) | 7 (7.8%) |
30 to 34 Years | 40 (75.5%) | 8 (20.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 121 (68.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 111 (71.2%) | 3 (2.7%) |
55 to 59 Years | 71 (85.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
60 to 64 Years | 26 (55.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 38 (24.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 596 (58.3%) | 24 (4.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Independence
According to labor force statistics for Independence, 75.4% of individuals (459) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (609) are in the labor force, with 3.9% or 18 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 82.6% or 128 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.5% or 3 of them being unemployed.
Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
Less than High School | 46 (59.7%) | 5 (6.5%) |
High School Diploma | 239 (77.9%) | 19 (6.3%) |
College / Associate Degree | 128 (82.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 46 (65.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 459 (75.4%) | 24 (3.9%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Independence
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Independence are Management (65 | 11.4%), Computers, Engineering & Science (35 | 6.1%), Community & Social Service (32 | 5.6%), Education Instruction & Library (29 | 5.1%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (19 | 3.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Independence, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Management (75.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (88.9%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Management | 49 (75.4%) | 16 (24.6%) |
Business & Financial | 3 (33.3%) | 6 (66.7%) |
Computers, Engineering & Science | 10 (28.6%) | 25 (71.4%) |
Computers & Mathematics | 4 (30.8%) | 9 (69.2%) |
Architecture & Engineering | 2 (11.1%) | 16 (88.9%) |
Life, Physical & Social Science | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Community & Social Service | 15 (46.9%) | 17 (53.1%) |
Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Education Instruction & Library | 12 (41.4%) | 17 (58.6%) |
Arts, Media & Entertainment | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
Total (Category) | 77 (48.1%) | 83 (51.9%) |
Total (Overall) | 287 (50.2%) | 285 (49.8%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Independence are Healthcare Support (34 | 5.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (21 | 3.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (18 | 3.2%), Security & Protection (5 | 0.9%), and Law Enforcement (5 | 0.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Independence, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (80.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (71.4%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (66.7%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (100.0%) |
Security & Protection | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Law Enforcement | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Food Preparation & Serving | 6 (28.6%) | 15 (71.4%) |
Cleaning & Maintenance | 6 (33.3%) | 12 (66.7%) |
Personal Care & Service | 4 (80.0%) | 1 (20.0%) |
Total (Category) | 21 (25.3%) | 62 (74.7%) |
Total (Overall) | 287 (50.2%) | 285 (49.8%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Independence are Office & Administration (58 | 10.1%), and Sales & Related (39 | 6.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Sales & Related | 7 (17.9%) | 32 (82.1%) |
Office & Administration | 23 (39.7%) | 35 (60.3%) |
Total (Category) | 30 (30.9%) | 67 (69.1%) |
Total (Overall) | 287 (50.2%) | 285 (49.8%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Independence are Construction & Extraction (37 | 6.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (10 | 1.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (8 | 1.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 6 (75.0%) | 2 (25.0%) |
Construction & Extraction | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Category) | 53 (96.4%) | 2 (3.6%) |
Total (Overall) | 287 (50.2%) | 285 (49.8%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Independence are Production (87 | 15.2%), Material Moving (63 | 11.0%), and Transportation (27 | 4.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Production | 50 (57.5%) | 37 (42.5%) |
Transportation | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Material Moving | 29 (46.0%) | 34 (54.0%) |
Total (Category) | 106 (59.9%) | 71 (40.1%) |
Total (Overall) | 287 (50.2%) | 285 (49.8%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Independence
Employment Industries in Independence
The major employment industries in Independence include Manufacturing (269 | 47.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (70 | 12.2%), Retail Trade (53 | 9.3%), Construction (37 | 6.5%), and Educational Services (33 | 5.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Independence
The Independence industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Finance & Insurance (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Utilities (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (90.0%), and Information (77.8%).
Industry | Male | Female |
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 13 (86.7%) | 2 (13.3%) |
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Manufacturing | 140 (52.0%) | 129 (48.0%) |
Wholesale Trade | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Retail Trade | 19 (35.8%) | 34 (64.1%) |
Transportation & Warehousing | 11 (78.6%) | 3 (21.4%) |
Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
Information | 2 (22.2%) | 7 (77.8%) |
Finance & Insurance | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Professional & Scientific | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Administrative & Support | 13 (81.2%) | 3 (18.8%) |
Educational Services | 16 (48.5%) | 17 (51.5%) |
Health Care & Social Assistance | 7 (10.0%) | 63 (90.0%) |
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Accommodation & Food Services | 4 (26.7%) | 11 (73.3%) |
Public Administration | 8 (66.7%) | 4 (33.3%) |
Total | 287 (50.2%) | 285 (49.8%) |
Education in Independence
School Enrollment in Independence
The most common levels of schooling among the 279 students in Independence are elementary school (71 | 25.5%), middle school (68 | 24.4%), and high school (56 | 20.1%).
School Level | # Students | % Students |
Nursery / Preschool | 22 | 7.9% |
Kindergarten | 19 | 6.8% |
Elementary School | 71 | 25.5% |
Middle School | 68 | 24.4% |
High School | 56 | 20.1% |
College / Undergraduate | 43 | 15.4% |
Graduate / Professional | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 279 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Independence
Out of a total of 279 students who are enrolled in schools in Independence, 5 (1.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 274 (98.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 5 (5.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 21 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
3 to 4 Year Olds | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 9 Year Old | 80 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
10 to 14 Year Olds | 81 (94.2%) | 5 (5.8%) |
15 to 17 Year Olds | 45 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 19 Year Olds | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 24 Year Olds | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 34 Year Olds | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 Years and over | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 274 (98.2%) | 5 (1.8%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Independence
Education (34 | 27.0%), business (25 | 19.8%), communications (20 | 15.9%), science & technology (13 | 10.3%), and arts & humanities (9 | 7.1%) are the most common fields of study among 126 individuals in Independence who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
Computers & Mathematics | 4 | 3.2% |
Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 0 | 0.0% |
Physical & Health Sciences | 5 | 4.0% |
Psychology | 3 | 2.4% |
Social Sciences | 2 | 1.6% |
Engineering | 3 | 2.4% |
Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
Science & Technology | 13 | 10.3% |
Business | 25 | 19.8% |
Education | 34 | 27.0% |
Literature & Languages | 2 | 1.6% |
Liberal Arts & History | 2 | 1.6% |
Visual & Performing Arts | 4 | 3.2% |
Communications | 20 | 15.9% |
Arts & Humanities | 9 | 7.1% |
Total | 126 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Independence
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Independence
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Independence are males with 2 vehicles (134, accounting for 48.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (91, making up 51.5%).
Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (1.9%) |
1 Vehicle | 63 (22.9%) | 82 (31.5%) |
2 Vehicles | 134 (48.7%) | 91 (35.0%) |
3 Vehicles | 67 (24.4%) | 60 (23.1%) |
4 Vehicles | 8 (2.9%) | 9 (3.5%) |
5 or more Vehicles | 3 (1.1%) | 13 (5.0%) |
Total | 275 (100.0%) | 260 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Independence
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Independence are 15 to 19 minutes (184 commuters, 34.9%), 10 to 14 minutes (128 commuters, 24.3%), and 20 to 24 minutes (82 commuters, 15.6%).
Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
Less than 5 Minutes | 35 | 6.6% |
5 to 9 Minutes | 38 | 7.2% |
10 to 14 Minutes | 128 | 24.3% |
15 to 19 Minutes | 184 | 34.9% |
20 to 24 Minutes | 82 | 15.6% |
25 to 29 Minutes | 5 | 0.9% |
30 to 34 Minutes | 7 | 1.3% |
35 to 39 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
40 to 44 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
45 to 59 Minutes | 11 | 2.1% |
60 to 89 Minutes | 22 | 4.2% |
90 or more Minutes | 15 | 2.9% |
Commute Time by Sex in Independence
The most common commute times in Independence are 15 to 19 minutes (110 commuters, 40.0%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (90 commuters, 35.7%) for females.
Commute Time | Male | Female |
Less than 5 Minutes | 18 (6.6%) | 17 (6.8%) |
5 to 9 Minutes | 21 (7.6%) | 17 (6.8%) |
10 to 14 Minutes | 38 (13.8%) | 90 (35.7%) |
15 to 19 Minutes | 110 (40.0%) | 74 (29.4%) |
20 to 24 Minutes | 52 (18.9%) | 30 (11.9%) |
25 to 29 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (2.0%) |
30 to 34 Minutes | 4 (1.5%) | 3 (1.2%) |
35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
45 to 59 Minutes | 7 (2.5%) | 4 (1.6%) |
60 to 89 Minutes | 14 (5.1%) | 8 (3.2%) |
90 or more Minutes | 11 (4.0%) | 4 (1.6%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Independence
The most frequent times of departure to work in Independence are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (62, 22.6%) for males and 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (34, 13.5%) for females.
Time of Departure | Male | Female |
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 62 (22.6%) | 7 (2.8%) |
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 31 (11.3%) | 14 (5.6%) |
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 16 (5.8%) | 33 (13.1%) |
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 5 (1.8%) | 9 (3.6%) |
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 39 (14.2%) | 6 (2.4%) |
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 29 (10.5%) | 18 (7.1%) |
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 14 (5.1%) | 31 (12.3%) |
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 8 (2.9%) | 30 (11.9%) |
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 4 (1.5%) | 11 (4.4%) |
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 4 (1.5%) | 16 (6.4%) |
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 4 (1.5%) | 5 (2.0%) |
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 3 (1.1%) | 14 (5.6%) |
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 24 (8.7%) | 24 (9.5%) |
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 32 (11.6%) | 34 (13.5%) |
Total | 275 (100.0%) | 252 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Independence
Occupancy by Ownership in Independence
Of the total 572 dwellings in Independence, owner-occupied units account for 296 (51.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 276 (48.2%).
Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Owner Occupied Housing Units | 296 | 51.7% |
Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 276 | 48.2% |
Total Occupied Housing Units | 572 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Independence
Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
1-Person Household | 206 | 36.0% |
2-Person Household | 171 | 29.9% |
3-Person Household | 107 | 18.7% |
4+ Person Household | 88 | 15.4% |
Total Housing Units | 572 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Independence
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1-Person Household | 88 (42.7%) | 118 (57.3%) |
2-Person Household | 111 (64.9%) | 60 (35.1%) |
3-Person Household | 46 (43.0%) | 61 (57.0%) |
4+ Person Household | 51 (58.0%) | 37 (42.0%) |
Total Housing Units | 296 (51.7%) | 276 (48.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Independence
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than High School | 14 (29.2%) | 34 (70.8%) |
High School Diploma | 157 (55.9%) | 124 (44.1%) |
College/Associate Degree | 80 (44.9%) | 98 (55.1%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 45 (69.2%) | 20 (30.8%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Independence
Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Under 35 Years | 119 | 20.8% |
35 to 44 Years | 94 | 16.4% |
45 to 54 Years | 78 | 13.6% |
55 to 64 Years | 73 | 12.8% |
65 to 74 Years | 122 | 21.3% |
75 to 84 Years | 37 | 6.5% |
85 Years and Over | 49 | 8.6% |
Total | 572 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Independence
Median Income by Occupancy in Independence
Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
Owner-Occupied | 296 (51.7%) | $72,500 |
Renter-Occupied | 276 (48.2%) | $34,250 |
Average | 572 (100.0%) | $51,354 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Independence
Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $5,000 | 5 (1.7%) | 24 (8.7%) |
$5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (2.2%) |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 11 (3.7%) | 18 (6.5%) |
$15,000 to $19,999 | 2 (0.7%) | 22 (8.0%) |
$20,000 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (13.4%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 24 (8.1%) | 37 (13.4%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 39 (13.2%) | 48 (17.4%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 84 (28.4%) | 46 (16.7%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 37 (12.5%) | 19 (6.9%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 47 (15.9%) | 13 (4.7%) |
$150,000 or more | 47 (15.9%) | 6 (2.2%) |
Total | 296 (100.0%) | 276 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Independence
Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $300 | 2 (0.7%) | 25 (9.1%) |
$300 to $499 | 37 (12.5%) | 21 (7.6%) |
$500 to $799 | 122 (41.2%) | 81 (29.3%) |
$800 to $999 | 18 (6.1%) | 58 (21.0%) |
$1,000 to $1,499 | 82 (27.7%) | 81 (29.3%) |
$1,500 to $1,999 | 11 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$2,000 to $2,499 | 17 (5.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$2,500 to $2,999 | 7 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 296 (100.0%) | 276 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Independence
Housing Structures in Independence
Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Single Unit, Detached | 363 | 63.5% |
Single Unit, Attached | 35 | 6.1% |
2 Unit Apartments | 24 | 4.2% |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 15 | 2.6% |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 64 | 11.2% |
10 or more Apartments | 65 | 11.4% |
Mobile Home / Other | 6 | 1.1% |
Total | 572 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Independence
Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Single Unit, Detached | 282 (77.7%) | 81 (22.3%) |
Single Unit, Attached | 9 (25.7%) | 26 (74.3%) |
2 Unit Apartments | 3 (12.5%) | 21 (87.5%) |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 64 (100.0%) |
10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 65 (100.0%) |
Mobile Home / Other | 2 (33.3%) | 4 (66.7%) |
Total | 296 (51.7%) | 276 (48.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Independence
Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
2 or 3 Rooms | 0 (0.0%) | 78 (28.3%) |
4 or 5 Rooms | 45 (15.2%) | 145 (52.5%) |
6 or 7 Rooms | 145 (49.0%) | 36 (13.0%) |
8 or more Rooms | 106 (35.8%) | 17 (6.2%) |
Total | 296 (100.0%) | 276 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Independence
Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Utility Gas | 273 (92.2%) | 163 (59.1%) |
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 10 (3.4%) | 8 (2.9%) |
Electricity | 7 (2.4%) | 96 (34.8%) |
Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 6 (2.0%) | 5 (1.8%) |
Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (1.5%) |
No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 296 (100.0%) | 276 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Independence
Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
No Vehicle | 3 (1.0%) | 10 (3.6%) |
1 Vehicle | 34 (11.5%) | 176 (63.8%) |
2 Vehicles | 177 (59.8%) | 83 (30.1%) |
3 or more Vehicles | 82 (27.7%) | 7 (2.5%) |
Total | 296 (100.0%) | 276 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Independence
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Independence
Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Housing Units | 172 | 124 |
Median Property Value | $139,800 | $168,800 |
Median Household Income | $62,500 | $19 |
Monthly Housing Costs | $629 | $0 |
Real Estate Taxes | $2,893 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Independence
Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $50,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$50,000 to $99,999 | 28 (16.3%) | 16 (12.9%) |
$100,000 to $299,999 | 133 (77.3%) | 101 (81.5%) |
$300,000 to $499,999 | 8 (4.6%) | 7 (5.7%) |
$500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$1,000,000 or more | 3 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 172 (100.0%) | 124 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Independence
Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $10,000 | 5 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$10,000 to $24,999 | 13 (7.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 15 (8.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 26 (15.1%) | 9 (7.3%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 49 (28.5%) | 13 (10.5%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 20 (11.6%) | 35 (28.2%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 16 (9.3%) | 17 (13.7%) |
$150,000 or more | 28 (16.3%) | 31 (25.0%) |
Total | 172 (100.0%) | 124 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Independence
Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than 2.0x | 54 (31.4%) | 85,833 (69,220.2%) |
2.0x to 2.9x | 54 (31.4%) | 53 (42.7%) |
3.0x to 3.9x | 24 (14.0%) | 58 (46.8%) |
4.0x or more | 40 (23.3%) | 4 (3.2%) |
Total | 172 (100.0%) | 124 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Independence
Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $800 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 3 (1.7%) | 9 (7.3%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 169 (98.3%) | 3 (2.4%) |
Total | 172 (100.0%) | 124 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Independence
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Independence
Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under 6 Years | 86 (92.5%) | 7 (7.5%) |
6 to 18 Years | 194 (96.5%) | 7 (3.5%) |
19 to 25 Years | 96 (84.2%) | 18 (15.8%) |
26 to 34 Years | 122 (92.4%) | 10 (7.6%) |
35 to 44 Years | 135 (76.7%) | 41 (23.3%) |
45 to 54 Years | 131 (84.0%) | 25 (16.0%) |
55 to 64 Years | 105 (80.8%) | 25 (19.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 158 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and older | 107 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 1,134 (89.5%) | 133 (10.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Independence
Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Native Born | 86 (92.5%) | 7 (7.5%) |
Foreign Born, Citizen | 194 (96.5%) | 7 (3.5%) |
Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 96 (84.2%) | 18 (15.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Independence
Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under $25,000 | 129 (77.7%) | 37 (22.3%) |
$25,000 to $49,999 | 204 (77.6%) | 59 (22.4%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 367 (98.1%) | 7 (1.9%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 120 (90.2%) | 13 (9.8%) |
$100,000 and over | 307 (94.8%) | 17 (5.2%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Independence
Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
Under 6 | 75 (80.6%) | 13 (14.0%) |
6 to 18 Years | 107 (53.2%) | 95 (47.3%) |
19 to 25 Years | 42 (36.8%) | 58 (50.9%) |
25 to 34 Years | 31 (23.5%) | 91 (68.9%) |
35 to 44 Years | 48 (27.3%) | 87 (49.4%) |
45 to 54 Years | 18 (11.5%) | 119 (76.3%) |
55 to 64 Years | 28 (21.5%) | 87 (66.9%) |
65 to 74 Years | 158 (100.0%) | 97 (61.4%) |
75 Years and over | 107 (100.0%) | 43 (40.2%) |
Total | 614 (48.5%) | 690 (54.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Independence
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 2 (2.7%) | 15 (10.7%) |
18 to 34 Years | 23 (19.0%) | 31 (24.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 11 (5.3%) | 39 (15.4%) |
65 to 74 Years | 6 (7.5%) | 4 (5.1%) |
75 Years and over | 42 (75.0%) | 31 (60.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Independence
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (10.7%) |
18 to 34 Years | 4 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 3 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 39 (69.6%) | 22 (43.1%) |
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%) | 2 (1.5%) |
35 to 64 Years | 6 (2.9%) | 7 (2.8%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 20 (35.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 2 (2.7%) | 15 (10.7%) |
18 to 34 Years | 12 (9.9%) | 10 (7.7%) |
35 to 64 Years | 3 (1.4%) | 18 (7.1%) |
65 to 74 Years | 3 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 3 (5.4%) | 20 (39.2%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (10.7%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 5 (2.4%) | 19 (7.5%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (5.1%) |
75 Years and over | 20 (35.7%) | 9 (17.6%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (10.7%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (19.4%) |
35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (1.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 3 (5.4%) | 3 (5.9%) |
Technology Access in Independence
Computing Device Access in Independence
Device Type | # Households | % Households |
Desktop or Laptop | 372 | 65.0% |
Smartphone | 427 | 74.7% |
Tablet | 324 | 56.6% |
No Computing Device | 78 | 13.6% |
Total | 572 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Independence
Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
Dial-Up Internet | 2 | 0.4% |
Broadband Home | 364 | 63.6% |
Cellular Data Only | 96 | 16.8% |
Satellite Internet | 30 | 5.2% |
No Internet | 87 | 15.2% |
Total | 572 | 100.0% |
Independence Summary
Independence is a small city located in Trempealeau County, Wisconsin, United States. The population was 1,845 at the 2010 census. It is part of the La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN Metropolitan Statistical Area.
History
Independence was founded in 1854 by settlers from New England. The city was named after the Declaration of Independence. The first settlers were mostly farmers and the city was known for its agricultural production. In the late 19th century, the city was a major producer of wheat and other grains.
In the early 20th century, the city began to diversify its economy. The city was home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory, a canning factory, and a creamery. The city also had a number of small businesses, including a bank, a hotel, and a newspaper.
Geography
Independence is located at 44°25′N 91°30′W (44.4133, -91.4989). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.2 square miles (3.1 km2), all of it land.
Economy
Independence is a small city with a diverse economy. The city is home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory, a canning factory, and a creamery. The city also has a number of small businesses, including a bank, a hotel, and a newspaper.
The city is also home to a number of agricultural businesses, including a dairy farm, a beef farm, and a vegetable farm. The city is also home to a number of retail businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a pharmacy.
Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,845 people, 745 households, and 486 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,527.5 people per square mile (589.3/km2). There were 809 housing units at an average density of 667.5 per square mile (257.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
There were 745 households, out of which 28.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.3% were married couples living together, 10.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.2% were non-families. 32.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.37 and the average family size was 2.97.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 19.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $45,000. Males had a median income of $31,250 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,845. About 6.2% of families and 8.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Independence?
Total Population of Independence is 1,267.
What is the Total Male Population of Independence?
Total Male Population of Independence is 573.
What is the Total Female Population of Independence?
Total Female Population of Independence is 694.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Independence?
There are 82.56 Males per 100 Females in Independence.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Independence?
There are 121.12 Females per 100 Males in Independence.
What is the Median Population Age in Independence?
Median Population Age in Independence is 41.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Independence
Average Family Size in Independence is 2.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Independence
Average Household Size in Independence is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Independence?
Per Capita income in Independence is $31,348.
What is the Median Family Income in Independence?
Median Family Income in Independence is $63,750.
What is the Median Household income in Independence?
Median Household Income in Independence is $51,354.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Independence?
Income or Wage Gap in Independence is 13.6%.
Women in Independence earn 86.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Independence?
Inequality or Gini Index in Independence is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Independence?
There are 596 People in the Labor Forcein in Independence.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Independence?
58.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Independence.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Independence?
Unemployment Rate in Independence is 4.0%.