Mcmechen, WV

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Mcmechen Overview

1,812
TOTAL POPULATION
1,088
MALE POPULATION
724
FEMALE POPULATION
150.28
MALES / 100 FEMALES
66.54
FEMALES / 100 MALES
34.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,164
PER CAPITA INCOME
$61,818
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$51,389
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
36.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
63.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
856
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Mcmechen Area Codes

Race in Mcmechen

The most populous races in Mcmechen are White / Caucasian (1,560 | 86.1%), Two or more Races (224 | 12.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (25 | 1.4%).
Race in Mcmechen
Race# Population% Population
Asian100.5%
Black / African American30.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino251.4%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,56086.1%
Two or more Races22412.4%
Some other Race150.8%
Total1,812100.0%

Ancestry in Mcmechen

The most populous ancestries reported in Mcmechen are German (445 | 24.6%), Irish (328 | 18.1%), English (309 | 17.1%), Italian (183 | 10.1%), and Scottish (137 | 7.6%), together accounting for 77.4% of all Mcmechen residents.
Ancestry in Mcmechen
Ancestry# Population% Population
American754.1%
Arab120.7%
Austrian30.2%
Blackfeet593.3%
British140.8%
Cherokee593.3%
Croatian412.3%
Dutch80.4%
English30917.1%
European40.2%
German44524.6%
Greek60.3%
Indian (Asian)502.8%
Irish32818.1%
Italian18310.1%
Korean502.8%
Lebanese120.7%
Mexican10.1%
Peruvian40.2%
Polish794.4%
Russian140.8%
Scotch-Irish211.2%
Scottish1377.6%
Slavic10.1%
Slovak271.5%
South American40.2%
Spanish201.1%
Thai20.1%
Welsh633.5%
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Immigrants in Mcmechen

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Mcmechen came from Europe (17 | 0.9%), Southern Europe (14 | 0.8%), Spain (14 | 0.8%), Latin America (4 | 0.2%), and Peru (4 | 0.2%), together accounting for 2.9% of all Mcmechen residents.
Immigrants in Mcmechen
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa10.1%
Asia20.1%
China10.1%
Eastern Africa10.1%
Eastern Asia10.1%
Eastern Europe30.2%
Europe170.9%
India10.1%
Latin America40.2%
Peru40.2%
South America40.2%
South Central Asia10.1%
Southern Europe140.8%
Spain140.8%
Taiwan10.1%
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Sex and Age in Mcmechen

Sex and Age in Mcmechen

The most populous age groups in Mcmechen are 30 to 34 Years (137 | 12.6%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (116 | 16.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Mcmechen
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years80 (7.3%)3 (0.4%)
5 to 9 Years114 (10.5%)90 (12.4%)
10 to 14 Years74 (6.8%)29 (4.0%)
15 to 19 Years110 (10.1%)47 (6.5%)
20 to 24 Years44 (4.0%)15 (2.1%)
25 to 29 Years62 (5.7%)116 (16.0%)
30 to 34 Years137 (12.6%)13 (1.8%)
35 to 39 Years62 (5.7%)22 (3.0%)
40 to 44 Years57 (5.2%)42 (5.8%)
45 to 49 Years69 (6.3%)48 (6.6%)
50 to 54 Years83 (7.6%)44 (6.1%)
55 to 59 Years12 (1.1%)45 (6.2%)
60 to 64 Years85 (7.8%)45 (6.2%)
65 to 69 Years26 (2.4%)50 (6.9%)
70 to 74 Years39 (3.6%)36 (5.0%)
75 to 79 Years21 (1.9%)34 (4.7%)
80 to 84 Years3 (0.3%)27 (3.7%)
85 Years and over10 (0.9%)18 (2.5%)
Total1,088 (100.0%)724 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Mcmechen

Median Family Size in Mcmechen

The median family size in Mcmechen is 3.43 persons per family, with single female/mother families (94 | 24.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.26 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (65 | 17.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.31 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Mcmechen
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple221 (58.2%)3.41
Single Male/Father65 (17.1%)2.31
Single Female/Mother94 (24.7%)4.26
Total Families380 (100.0%)3.43

Median Household Size in Mcmechen

The median household size in Mcmechen is 2.82 persons per household, with single female/mother households (94 | 14.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.69 persons per household. non-family households (260 | 40.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.56 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Mcmechen
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple221 (34.5%)3.44
Single Male/Father65 (10.2%)3.05
Single Female/Mother94 (14.7%)4.69
Non-family260 (40.6%)1.56
Total Households640 (100.0%)2.82

Household Size by Marriage Status in Mcmechen

Out of a total of 640 households in Mcmechen, 380 (59.4%) are family households, while 260 (40.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 179, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 181.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Mcmechen
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-181 (28.3%)
2-Person Households179 (28.0%)48 (7.5%)
3-Person Households72 (11.3%)1 (0.2%)
4-Person Households124 (19.4%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households2 (0.3%)30 (4.7%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households3 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total380 (59.4%)260 (40.6%)

Female Fertility in Mcmechen

Fertility by Age in Mcmechen

Average fertility rate in Mcmechen is 44.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 69.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 71.4% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Mcmechen
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years10 (71.4%)69.0
35 to 50 years4 (28.6%)32.0
Total14 (100.0%)44.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mcmechen

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mcmechen
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Mcmechen

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Mcmechen
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School10 (71.4%)233.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree4 (28.6%)34.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total14 (100.0%)44.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mcmechen

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mcmechen
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Mcmechen

Income Overview in Mcmechen

Per Capita Income in Mcmechen is $27,164, while median incomes of families and households are $61,818 and $51,389 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,812$27,164
Median Family Income380$61,818
Mean Family Income380$73,321
Median Household Income640$51,389
Mean Household Income640$68,354
Income Deficit380$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,81236.78%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,81263.22¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,8120.46

Earnings by Sex in Mcmechen

Average Earnings in Mcmechen are $35,156, $37,850 for men and $23,929 for women, a difference of 36.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Mcmechen
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male521 (58.9%)$37,850
Female364 (41.1%)$23,929
Total885 (100.0%)$35,156

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mcmechen

The most common earnings brackets in Mcmechen are $100,000+ for men (85 | 16.3%) and $45,000 to $49,999 for women (41 | 11.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mcmechen
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less32 (6.1%)37 (10.2%)
$2,500 to $4,9996 (1.1%)13 (3.6%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)10 (2.8%)
$7,500 to $9,99926 (5.0%)8 (2.2%)
$10,000 to $12,49914 (2.7%)16 (4.4%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)22 (6.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49957 (10.9%)17 (4.7%)
$17,500 to $19,9994 (0.8%)31 (8.5%)
$20,000 to $22,4994 (0.8%)20 (5.5%)
$22,500 to $24,99922 (4.2%)14 (3.8%)
$25,000 to $29,99950 (9.6%)7 (1.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99918 (3.5%)12 (3.3%)
$35,000 to $39,99949 (9.4%)21 (5.8%)
$40,000 to $44,9995 (1.0%)27 (7.4%)
$45,000 to $49,9996 (1.1%)41 (11.3%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)7 (1.9%)
$55,000 to $64,99931 (5.9%)9 (2.5%)
$65,000 to $74,99953 (10.2%)37 (10.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99959 (11.3%)11 (3.0%)
$100,000+85 (16.3%)4 (1.1%)
Total521 (100.0%)364 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mcmechen

Average earnings in Mcmechen are $39,550 for men and $29,000 for women, a difference of 26.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $137,857, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $30,125. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $42,639, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $22,917.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mcmechen
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$41,250$22,917
College or Associate's Degree$30,125$28,750
Bachelor's Degree$69,737$42,639
Graduate Degree$137,857$0
Total$39,550$29,000

Family Income in Mcmechen

Family Income Brackets in Mcmechen

According to the Mcmechen family income data, there are 83 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.8% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 3 families (0.8%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Mcmechen
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000297.6%
$10,000 to $14,9993810.0%
$15,000 to $24,9994110.8%
$25,000 to $34,999277.1%
$35,000 to $49,999277.1%
$50,000 to $74,9998321.8%
$75,000 to $99,999369.5%
$100,000 to $149,9997519.7%
$150,000 to $199,99930.8%
$200,000+215.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mcmechen

2-person families (205 | 53.9%) account for the highest median family income in Mcmechen with $60,568 per family, while 2-person families (205 | 53.9%) have the highest median income of $30,284 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mcmechen
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families205 (53.9%)$60,568
3-Person Families92 (24.2%)$0
4-Person Families80 (21.0%)$0
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families3 (0.8%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total380 (100.0%)$61,818

Family Income by Number of Earners in Mcmechen

Family Income by Number of Earners in Mcmechen
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners102 (26.8%)$0
1 Earner136 (35.8%)$55,313
2 Earners80 (21.0%)$103,750
3+ Earners62 (16.3%)$140,909
Total380 (100.0%)$61,818

Household Income in Mcmechen

Household Income Brackets in Mcmechen

With 112 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Mcmechen, accounting for 17.5% of all households. In contrast, only 21 households (3.3%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Mcmechen
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000314.8%
$10,000 to $14,999528.1%
$15,000 to $24,99910616.6%
$25,000 to $34,9997111.1%
$35,000 to $49,999558.6%
$50,000 to $74,99911217.5%
$75,000 to $99,999609.4%
$100,000 to $149,99910316.1%
$150,000 to $199,999294.5%
$200,000+213.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Mcmechen

The median household income in Mcmechen is $51,389, with the highest median household income of $73,603 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 231 households (36.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 3 households (0.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Mcmechen
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years3 (0.5%)$0
25 to 44 Years229 (35.8%)$0
45 to 64 Years231 (36.1%)$73,603
65+ Years177 (27.7%)$34,519
Total640 (100.0%)$51,389

Poverty in Mcmechen

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mcmechen

With 29.4% poverty level for males and 31.1% for females among the residents of Mcmechen, 5 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 39 males (100.0%) and 29 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mcmechen
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years74 (93.7%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years65 (57.0%)38 (76.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
15 Years9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years10 (12.7%)10 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years56 (28.1%)68 (52.7%)
35 to 44 Years8 (6.7%)11 (17.2%)
45 to 54 Years23 (15.1%)5 (5.4%)
55 to 64 Years3 (3.1%)11 (12.2%)
65 to 74 Years17 (26.2%)37 (43.0%)
75 Years and over5 (14.7%)3 (3.8%)
Total309 (29.4%)212 (31.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mcmechen

According to the poverty statistics in Mcmechen, males aged 18 to 24 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mcmechen
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years5 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years49 (43.0%)12 (24.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years69 (87.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years66 (100.0%)36 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years143 (71.9%)61 (47.3%)
35 to 44 Years111 (93.3%)53 (82.8%)
45 to 54 Years129 (84.9%)87 (94.6%)
55 to 64 Years94 (96.9%)79 (87.8%)
65 to 74 Years48 (73.9%)49 (57.0%)
75 Years and over29 (85.3%)76 (96.2%)
Total743 (70.6%)469 (68.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mcmechen

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Mcmechen show that 14.0% or 31 of the total 221 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 23.3%, comprising of 14 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 10.6%, which includes 17 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mcmechen
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children144 (89.4%)17 (10.6%)
1 or 2 Children46 (76.7%)14 (23.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total190 (86.0%)31 (14.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mcmechen

According to the poverty data in Mcmechen, 55.4% or 36 single-father households and 34.0% or 32 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 36 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 20 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mcmechen
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children36 (100.0%)12 (19.7%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total36 (55.4%)32 (34.0%)

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

The poverty data for Mcmechen shows that 31 of the married-couple family households (14.0%) and 68 of the single-parent households (42.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 households (23.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 20 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Mcmechen
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children17 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children14 (23.3%)48 (49.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total31 (14.0%)68 (42.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Mcmechen

Employment by Class of Employer in Mcmechen

Among the 798 employed individuals in Mcmechen, private company employees (574 | 71.9%), not-for-profit organizations (127 | 15.9%), and state government employees (56 | 7.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Mcmechen
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees57471.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)81.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)30.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations12715.9%
Local Government Employees131.6%
State Government Employees567.0%
Federal Government Employees172.1%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total798100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Mcmechen

According to the labor force statistics for Mcmechen, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,397), 61.3% or 856 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.3% or 45 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 93.4% or 171 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 22.9% or 33 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Mcmechen
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years21 (15.9%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years45 (76.3%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years144 (80.9%)33 (22.9%)
30 to 34 Years104 (69.3%)12 (11.5%)
35 to 44 Years171 (93.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years199 (81.6%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years34 (59.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years107 (82.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years23 (15.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over9 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total856 (61.3%)45 (5.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mcmechen

According to labor force statistics for Mcmechen, 80.6% of individuals (759) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (942) are in the labor force, with 5.9% or 45 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 96.4% or 188 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 16.5% or 31 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mcmechen
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School20 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma278 (85.5%)16 (5.0%)
College / Associate Degree273 (79.8%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher188 (96.4%)32 (16.5%)
Total759 (80.6%)56 (5.9%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Mcmechen

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mcmechen are Community & Social Service (101 | 12.4%), Education, Arts & Media (65 | 8.0%), Management (51 | 6.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (47 | 5.8%), and Health Technologists (47 | 5.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Mcmechen

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mcmechen, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Business & Financial (97.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (85.0%), and Management (82.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Mcmechen
OccupationMaleFemale
Management9 (17.6%)42 (82.4%)
Business & Financial39 (97.5%)1 (2.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science3 (37.5%)5 (62.5%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 64 (63.4%)37 (36.6%)
Education, Arts & Media47 (72.3%)18 (27.7%)
Legal Services & Support4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library10 (83.3%)2 (16.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment3 (15.0%)17 (85.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating28 (59.6%)19 (40.4%)
Health Technologists28 (59.6%)19 (40.4%)
Total (Category)143 (57.9%)104 (42.1%)
Total (Overall)508 (62.6%)304 (37.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Mcmechen are Healthcare Support (21 | 2.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (20 | 2.5%), Food Preparation & Serving (3 | 0.4%), and Personal Care & Service (2 | 0.3%).
Services Occupations in Mcmechen

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Mcmechen
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance11 (55.0%)9 (45.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total (Category)11 (23.9%)35 (76.1%)
Total (Overall)508 (62.6%)304 (37.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Mcmechen are Sales & Related (132 | 16.3%), and Office & Administration (117 | 14.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Mcmechen

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Mcmechen
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related64 (48.5%)68 (51.5%)
Office & Administration71 (60.7%)46 (39.3%)
Total (Category)135 (54.2%)114 (45.8%)
Total (Overall)508 (62.6%)304 (37.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Mcmechen are Construction & Extraction (139 | 17.1%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (3 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Mcmechen

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Mcmechen
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction116 (83.5%)23 (16.6%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)119 (83.8%)23 (16.2%)
Total (Overall)508 (62.6%)304 (37.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Mcmechen are Transportation (61 | 7.5%), Production (55 | 6.8%), and Material Moving (12 | 1.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Mcmechen

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Mcmechen
OccupationMaleFemale
Production38 (69.1%)17 (30.9%)
Transportation53 (86.9%)8 (13.1%)
Material Moving9 (75.0%)3 (25.0%)
Total (Category)100 (78.1%)28 (21.9%)
Total (Overall)508 (62.6%)304 (37.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Mcmechen

Employment Industries in Mcmechen

The major employment industries in Mcmechen include Health Care & Social Assistance (143 | 17.6%), Retail Trade (119 | 14.7%), Construction (85 | 10.5%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (55 | 6.8%), and Accommodation & Food Services (51 | 6.3%).
Employment Industries in Mcmechen

Employment Industries by Sex in Mcmechen

The Mcmechen industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (72.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Mcmechen
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction62 (72.9%)23 (27.1%)
Manufacturing9 (52.9%)8 (47.1%)
Wholesale Trade38 (86.4%)6 (13.6%)
Retail Trade69 (58.0%)50 (42.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing20 (83.3%)4 (16.7%)
Utilities4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information19 (86.4%)3 (13.6%)
Finance & Insurance22 (78.6%)6 (21.4%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support44 (91.7%)4 (8.3%)
Educational Services24 (64.9%)13 (35.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance40 (28.0%)103 (72.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services19 (37.2%)32 (62.7%)
Public Administration22 (53.7%)19 (46.3%)
Total508 (62.6%)304 (37.4%)

Education in Mcmechen

School Enrollment in Mcmechen

The most common levels of schooling among the 513 students in Mcmechen are elementary school (167 | 32.6%), high school (136 | 26.5%), and middle school (64 | 12.5%).
School Enrollment in Mcmechen
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool5510.7%
Kindergarten377.2%
Elementary School16732.6%
Middle School6412.5%
High School13626.5%
College / Undergraduate509.8%
Graduate / Professional40.8%
Total513100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mcmechen

Out of a total of 513 students who are enrolled in schools in Mcmechen, 64 (12.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 449 (87.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 21 (100.0% 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 16 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mcmechen
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old193 (94.6%)11 (5.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds103 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds82 (71.9%)32 (28.1%)
18 to 19 Year Olds43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total449 (87.5%)64 (12.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mcmechen

Science & technology (58 | 25.7%), business (39 | 17.3%), visual & performing arts (31 | 13.7%), bio, nature & agricultural (28 | 12.4%), and education (25 | 11.1%) are the most common fields of study among 226 individuals in Mcmechen who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mcmechen
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics31.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2812.4%
Physical & Health Sciences62.6%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences41.8%
Engineering52.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies62.6%
Science & Technology5825.7%
Business3917.3%
Education2511.1%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History31.3%
Visual & Performing Arts3113.7%
Communications188.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total226100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Mcmechen

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mcmechen

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Mcmechen are males with 2 vehicles (232, accounting for 45.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (78, making up 80.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mcmechen
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle17 (3.4%)12 (4.1%)
1 Vehicle52 (10.2%)97 (33.5%)
2 Vehicles232 (45.7%)78 (26.9%)
3 Vehicles181 (35.6%)89 (30.7%)
4 Vehicles23 (4.5%)5 (1.7%)
5 or more Vehicles3 (0.6%)9 (3.1%)
Total508 (100.0%)290 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Mcmechen

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Mcmechen are 10 to 14 minutes (162 commuters, 20.7%), 15 to 19 minutes (145 commuters, 18.6%), and 20 to 24 minutes (130 commuters, 16.7%).
Commute Time in Mcmechen
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes567.2%
5 to 9 Minutes769.7%
10 to 14 Minutes16220.7%
15 to 19 Minutes14518.6%
20 to 24 Minutes13016.7%
25 to 29 Minutes303.8%
30 to 34 Minutes567.2%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes293.7%
45 to 59 Minutes162.1%
60 to 89 Minutes465.9%
90 or more Minutes354.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Mcmechen

The most common commute times in Mcmechen are 10 to 14 minutes (139 commuters, 28.1%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (83 commuters, 28.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Mcmechen
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes29 (5.9%)27 (9.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes32 (6.5%)44 (15.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes139 (28.1%)23 (8.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes62 (12.6%)83 (28.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes88 (17.8%)42 (14.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes23 (4.7%)7 (2.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes46 (9.3%)10 (3.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes3 (0.6%)26 (9.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes16 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes33 (6.7%)13 (4.5%)
90 or more Minutes23 (4.7%)12 (4.2%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mcmechen

The most frequent times of departure to work in Mcmechen are 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (95, 19.2%) for males and 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (58, 20.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mcmechen
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM33 (6.7%)20 (7.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM8 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM32 (6.5%)18 (6.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM78 (15.8%)11 (3.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM62 (12.6%)32 (11.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM65 (13.2%)18 (6.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM39 (7.9%)49 (17.1%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM13 (2.6%)31 (10.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM7 (1.4%)12 (4.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)7 (2.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM3 (0.6%)20 (7.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM28 (5.7%)4 (1.4%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM31 (6.3%)58 (20.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM95 (19.2%)7 (2.4%)
Total494 (100.0%)287 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Mcmechen

Occupancy by Ownership in Mcmechen

Of the total 640 dwellings in Mcmechen, owner-occupied units account for 456 (71.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 184 (28.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Mcmechen
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units45671.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units18428.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units640100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Mcmechen

Occupancy by Household Size in Mcmechen
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household18128.3%
2-Person Household22735.5%
3-Person Household7311.4%
4+ Person Household15924.8%
Total Housing Units640100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mcmechen

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mcmechen
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household106 (58.6%)75 (41.4%)
2-Person Household173 (76.2%)54 (23.8%)
3-Person Household71 (97.3%)2 (2.7%)
4+ Person Household106 (66.7%)53 (33.3%)
Total Housing Units456 (71.3%)184 (28.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mcmechen

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mcmechen
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School12 (19.1%)51 (80.9%)
High School Diploma224 (93.7%)15 (6.3%)
College/Associate Degree157 (68.9%)71 (31.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher63 (57.3%)47 (42.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mcmechen

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mcmechen
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years18128.3%
35 to 44 Years518.0%
45 to 54 Years12319.2%
55 to 64 Years10816.9%
65 to 74 Years9114.2%
75 to 84 Years6610.3%
85 Years and Over203.1%
Total640100.0%

Housing Finances in Mcmechen

Median Income by Occupancy in Mcmechen

Median Income by Occupancy in Mcmechen
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied456 (71.3%)$64,000
Renter-Occupied184 (28.7%)$22,424
Average640 (100.0%)$51,389

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mcmechen

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mcmechen
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00021 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9995 (1.1%)5 (2.7%)
$10,000 to $14,9995 (1.1%)47 (25.5%)
$15,000 to $19,99944 (9.7%)8 (4.3%)
$20,000 to $24,99916 (3.5%)38 (20.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99945 (9.9%)26 (14.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99953 (11.6%)2 (1.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99987 (19.1%)25 (13.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99927 (5.9%)33 (17.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999103 (22.6%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more50 (11.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total456 (100.0%)184 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mcmechen

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mcmechen
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30064 (14.0%)8 (4.3%)
$300 to $499124 (27.2%)35 (19.0%)
$500 to $799109 (23.9%)84 (45.7%)
$800 to $99963 (13.8%)18 (9.8%)
$1,000 to $1,49988 (19.3%)28 (15.2%)
$1,500 to $1,9998 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total456 (100.0%)184 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Mcmechen

Housing Structures in Mcmechen

Housing Structures in Mcmechen
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached51480.3%
Single Unit, Attached385.9%
2 Unit Apartments203.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments385.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments50.8%
10 or more Apartments40.6%
Mobile Home / Other213.3%
Total640100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mcmechen

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mcmechen
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached425 (82.7%)89 (17.3%)
Single Unit, Attached8 (21.0%)30 (78.9%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments9 (23.7%)29 (76.3%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments1 (25.0%)3 (75.0%)
Mobile Home / Other13 (61.9%)8 (38.1%)
Total456 (71.3%)184 (28.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mcmechen

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mcmechen
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room3 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms6 (1.3%)27 (14.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms133 (29.2%)76 (41.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms209 (45.8%)73 (39.7%)
8 or more Rooms105 (23.0%)8 (4.3%)
Total456 (100.0%)184 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mcmechen

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mcmechen
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas345 (75.7%)148 (80.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity89 (19.5%)34 (18.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene22 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)2 (1.1%)
Total456 (100.0%)184 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Mcmechen

Household Vehicle Usage in Mcmechen
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle54 (11.8%)33 (17.9%)
1 Vehicle151 (33.1%)98 (53.3%)
2 Vehicles108 (23.7%)53 (28.8%)
3 or more Vehicles143 (31.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total456 (100.0%)184 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Mcmechen

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Mcmechen

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units224232
Median Property Value$80,000$95,700
Median Household Income$41,875$47
Monthly Housing Costs$361$0
Real Estate Taxes$422$14

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mcmechen

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mcmechen
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00064 (28.6%)34 (14.7%)
$50,000 to $99,999101 (45.1%)92 (39.7%)
$100,000 to $299,99959 (26.3%)106 (45.7%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total224 (100.0%)232 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mcmechen

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mcmechen
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0009 (4.0%)6 (2.6%)
$10,000 to $24,99952 (23.2%)17 (7.3%)
$25,000 to $34,99923 (10.3%)13 (5.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99941 (18.3%)22 (9.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99963 (28.1%)12 (5.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99915 (6.7%)24 (10.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99918 (8.0%)12 (5.2%)
$150,000 or more3 (1.3%)85 (36.6%)
Total224 (100.0%)232 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mcmechen

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mcmechen
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x125 (55.8%)121,333 (52,298.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x66 (29.5%)183 (78.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x8 (3.6%)13 (5.6%)
4.0x or more25 (11.2%)17 (7.3%)
Total224 (100.0%)232 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mcmechen

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mcmechen
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800162 (72.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49943 (19.2%)117 (50.4%)
$800 to $1,4996 (2.7%)68 (29.3%)
Total224 (100.0%)232 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Mcmechen

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mcmechen

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mcmechen
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years122 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years425 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years72 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years253 (80.3%)62 (19.7%)
35 to 44 Years167 (91.3%)16 (8.7%)
45 to 54 Years225 (92.2%)19 (7.8%)
55 to 64 Years175 (93.6%)12 (6.4%)
65 to 74 Years151 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older113 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,703 (94.0%)109 (6.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mcmechen

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mcmechen
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born122 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen425 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen72 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mcmechen

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mcmechen
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000418 (90.9%)42 (9.1%)
$25,000 to $49,999247 (87.9%)34 (12.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999337 (96.0%)14 (4.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999139 (90.3%)15 (9.7%)
$100,000 and over554 (99.3%)4 (0.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mcmechen

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mcmechen
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6122 (100.0%)5 (4.1%)
6 to 18 Years272 (64.0%)192 (45.2%)
19 to 25 Years19 (26.4%)53 (73.6%)
25 to 34 Years115 (36.5%)140 (44.4%)
35 to 44 Years31 (16.9%)140 (76.5%)
45 to 54 Years63 (25.8%)176 (72.1%)
55 to 64 Years25 (13.4%)150 (80.2%)
65 to 74 Years145 (96.0%)99 (65.6%)
75 Years and over113 (100.0%)97 (85.8%)
Total905 (49.9%)1,052 (58.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mcmechen

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mcmechen
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years26 (9.4%)49 (33.8%)
18 to 34 Years13 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years120 (32.6%)39 (15.9%)
65 to 74 Years36 (55.4%)41 (47.7%)
75 Years and over34 (100.0%)53 (67.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Mcmechen

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Mcmechen: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years59 (16.0%)13 (5.3%)
65 to 74 Years34 (52.3%)3 (3.5%)
75 Years and over14 (41.2%)6 (7.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Mcmechen: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years10 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years2 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years43 (11.7%)10 (4.1%)
65 to 74 Years2 (3.1%)7 (8.1%)
75 Years and over5 (14.7%)8 (10.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Mcmechen: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years26 (9.4%)49 (33.8%)
18 to 34 Years13 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)4 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years4 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over11 (32.4%)20 (25.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Mcmechen: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years18 (4.9%)16 (6.5%)
65 to 74 Years2 (3.1%)31 (36.0%)
75 Years and over28 (82.4%)48 (60.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Mcmechen: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)4 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)21 (24.4%)
75 Years and over20 (58.8%)22 (27.9%)

Technology Access in Mcmechen

Computing Device Access in Mcmechen

Computing Device Access in Mcmechen
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop42866.9%
Smartphone51179.8%
Tablet39161.1%
No Computing Device7311.4%
Total640100.0%

Internet Access in Mcmechen

Internet Access in Mcmechen
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home47373.9%
Cellular Data Only599.2%
Satellite Internet284.4%
No Internet9314.5%
Total640100.0%

Mcmechen Summary

Mcmechen is a small city located in the northern panhandle of West Virginia, United States. It is situated in Marshall County, along the Ohio River. The city has a population of 1,717 as of the 2010 census.

History

Mcmechen was founded in 1853 by John McMechen, a Scottish immigrant. He purchased the land from the heirs of the original owner, John McMechen, and named the town after himself. The town was incorporated in 1871.
Mcmechen was a major hub for the coal and steel industries in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The city was home to several steel mills, including the Wheeling Steel Corporation, which was the largest steel mill in the world at the time. The city was also home to several coal mines, which provided employment for many of the city’s residents.
The city was also home to several notable figures, including the first African-American mayor of a West Virginia city, William E. “Bill” Davis, who served from 1966 to 1970.

Geography

Mcmechen is located at 39°27′N 80°45′W (39.45, -80.75). The city is situated along the Ohio River, and is bordered by the cities of Benwood and Moundsville to the north, and Wheeling to the south.
The city has a total area of 1.2 square miles (3.2 km2), all of which is land. The city is located in the Appalachian Plateau region of West Virginia.

Economy

Mcmechen’s economy is largely based on the steel and coal industries. The city is home to several steel mills, including the Wheeling Steel Corporation, which is the largest steel mill in the world. The city is also home to several coal mines, which provide employment for many of the city’s residents.
The city is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and other services.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Mcmechen had a population of 1,717. The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.9% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $37,500. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,945. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Mcmechen?
Total Population of Mcmechen is 1,812.
What is the Total Male Population of Mcmechen?
Total Male Population of Mcmechen is 1,088.
What is the Total Female Population of Mcmechen?
Total Female Population of Mcmechen is 724.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Mcmechen?
There are 150.28 Males per 100 Females in Mcmechen.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Mcmechen?
There are 66.54 Females per 100 Males in Mcmechen.
What is the Median Population Age in Mcmechen?
Median Population Age in Mcmechen is 34.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Mcmechen
Average Family Size in Mcmechen is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Mcmechen
Average Household Size in Mcmechen is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Mcmechen?
Per Capita income in Mcmechen is $27,164.
What is the Median Family Income in Mcmechen?
Median Family Income in Mcmechen is $61,818.
What is the Median Household income in Mcmechen?
Median Household Income in Mcmechen is $51,389.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Mcmechen?
Income or Wage Gap in Mcmechen is 36.8%.
Women in Mcmechen earn 63.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Mcmechen?
Inequality or Gini Index in Mcmechen is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Mcmechen?
There are 856 People in the Labor Forcein in Mcmechen.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Mcmechen?
61.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Mcmechen.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Mcmechen?
Unemployment Rate in Mcmechen is 5.3%.