Sylvester, WV

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Sylvester Overview

169
TOTAL POPULATION
73
MALE POPULATION
96
FEMALE POPULATION
76.04
MALES / 100 FEMALES
131.51
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$25,605
PER CAPITA INCOME
$83,750
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$61,000
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
0.39
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
50
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
36.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
20.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Sylvester Zip Codes

Sylvester Area Codes

Race in Sylvester

The most populous races in Sylvester are , and White / Caucasian (169 | 100.0%).
Race in Sylvester
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian169100.0%
Two or more Races00.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total169100.0%

Ancestry in Sylvester

The most populous ancestries reported in Sylvester are American (50 | 29.6%), Irish (11 | 6.5%), English (7 | 4.1%), and Welsh (6 | 3.5%), together accounting for 43.8% of all Sylvester residents.
Ancestry in Sylvester
Ancestry# Population% Population
American5029.6%
English74.1%
Irish116.5%
Welsh63.5%
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Immigrants in Sylvester

Immigrants in Sylvester
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Sylvester

Sex and Age in Sylvester

The most populous age groups in Sylvester are 5 to 9 Years (19 | 26.0%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (22 | 22.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Sylvester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)4 (4.2%)
5 to 9 Years19 (26.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Years7 (9.6%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)22 (22.9%)
20 to 24 Years7 (9.6%)9 (9.4%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Years6 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)16 (16.7%)
45 to 49 Years8 (11.0%)6 (6.2%)
50 to 54 Years4 (5.5%)8 (8.3%)
55 to 59 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years2 (2.7%)6 (6.2%)
65 to 69 Years2 (2.7%)4 (4.2%)
70 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)11 (11.5%)
75 to 79 Years18 (24.7%)2 (2.1%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)7 (7.3%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)1 (1.0%)
Total73 (100.0%)96 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Sylvester

Median Family Size in Sylvester

Median Family Size in Sylvester
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple32 (84.2%)3.66
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother6 (15.8%)3.50
Total Families38 (100.0%)3.63

Median Household Size in Sylvester

Median Household Size in Sylvester
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple32 (53.3%)3.66
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother6 (10.0%)3.50
Non-family22 (36.7%)1.41
Total Households60 (100.0%)2.82

Household Size by Marriage Status in Sylvester

Out of a total of 60 households in Sylvester, 38 (63.3%) are family households, while 22 (36.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 18, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 18.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Sylvester
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-18 (30.0%)
2-Person Households14 (23.3%)2 (3.3%)
3-Person Households18 (30.0%)2 (3.3%)
4-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households6 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total38 (63.3%)22 (36.7%)

Female Fertility in Sylvester

Fertility by Age in Sylvester

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

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sylvester

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

Fertility by Education in Sylvester

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Sylvester
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sylvester

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

Income in Sylvester

Income Overview in Sylvester

Per Capita Income in Sylvester is $25,605, while median incomes of families and households are $83,750 and $61,000 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income169$25,605
Median Family Income38$83,750
Mean Family Income38$88,313
Median Household Income60$61,000
Mean Household Income60$68,037
Income Deficit38$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1690.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)169100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1690.39

Earnings by Sex in Sylvester

Earnings by Sex in Sylvester
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male25 (42.4%)$0
Female34 (57.6%)$0
Total59 (100.0%)$40,156

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sylvester

The most common earnings brackets in Sylvester are $100,000+ for men (8 | 32.0%) and $2,499 or less for women (15 | 44.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sylvester
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)15 (44.1%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)1 (2.9%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)2 (5.9%)
$17,500 to $19,9994 (16.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9997 (28.0%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)13 (38.2%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)1 (2.9%)
$65,000 to $74,9996 (24.0%)2 (5.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+8 (32.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total25 (100.0%)34 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sylvester

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sylvester
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total--

Family Income in Sylvester

Family Income Brackets in Sylvester

According to the Sylvester family income data, there are 13 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 34.2% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Sylvester
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,9991026.3%
$35,000 to $49,99912.6%
$50,000 to $74,99912.6%
$75,000 to $99,9991231.6%
$100,000 to $149,9991334.2%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+12.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sylvester

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sylvester
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families14 (36.8%)$0
3-Person Families18 (47.4%)$0
4-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families6 (15.8%)$0
Total38 (100.0%)$83,750

Family Income by Number of Earners in Sylvester

Family Income by Number of Earners in Sylvester
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners14 (36.8%)$0
1 Earner5 (13.2%)$0
2 Earners13 (34.2%)$0
3+ Earners6 (15.8%)$0
Total38 (100.0%)$83,750

Household Income in Sylvester

Household Income Brackets in Sylvester

With 14 households falling in the category, the $25,000 to $34,999 income range is the most frequent in Sylvester, accounting for 23.3% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Sylvester
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99958.3%
$15,000 to $24,999610.0%
$25,000 to $34,9991423.3%
$35,000 to $49,99911.7%
$50,000 to $74,999813.3%
$75,000 to $99,9991220.0%
$100,000 to $149,9991321.7%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+11.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Sylvester

The median household income in Sylvester is $61,000, with the highest median household income of $29,375 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 33 households (55.0%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Sylvester
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years6 (10.0%)$0
45 to 64 Years21 (35.0%)$0
65+ Years33 (55.0%)$29,375
Total60 (100.0%)$61,000

Poverty in Sylvester

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sylvester

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sylvester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)3 (20.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)5 (50.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)8 (8.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sylvester

According to the poverty statistics in Sylvester, males aged 5 years and females aged 16 and 17 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 Sylvester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years7 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years6 (100.0%)16 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years12 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years2 (100.0%)6 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (100.0%)12 (80.0%)
75 Years and over18 (100.0%)5 (50.0%)
Total71 (100.0%)84 (91.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sylvester

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sylvester
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sylvester

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

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

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

Employment Characteristics in Sylvester

Employment by Class of Employer in Sylvester

Among the 31 employed individuals in Sylvester, private company employees (23 | 74.2%), federal government employees (7 | 22.6%), and state government employees (1 | 3.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Sylvester
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2374.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)00.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees00.0%
State Government Employees13.2%
Federal Government Employees722.6%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total31100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Sylvester

According to the labor force statistics for Sylvester, out of the total population over 16 years of age (139), 36.0% or 50 individuals are in the labor force, with 20.0% or 10 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 63.6% or 14 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 100.0% or 10 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Sylvester
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years10 (45.5%)10 (100.0%)
20 to 24 Years8 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years14 (63.6%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years16 (61.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total50 (36.0%)10 (20.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sylvester

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sylvester
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School6 (75.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma10 (62.5%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher14 (43.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total30 (53.6%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Sylvester

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sylvester are Business & Financial (12 | 30.0%), Management (2 | 5.0%), Community & Social Service (2 | 5.0%), Education Instruction & Library (2 | 5.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (1 | 2.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Sylvester

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sylvester, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (58.3%), and Management (50.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Sylvester
OccupationMaleFemale
Management1 (50.0%)1 (50.0%)
Business & Financial7 (58.3%)5 (41.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Total (Category)8 (47.1%)9 (52.9%)
Total (Overall)21 (52.5%)19 (47.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Sylvester are , and Healthcare Support (8 | 20.0%).
Services Occupations in Sylvester

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Sylvester
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)8 (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%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)21 (52.5%)19 (47.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Sylvester are , and Office & Administration (2 | 5.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Sylvester

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Sylvester
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)21 (52.5%)19 (47.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Sylvester are , and Construction & Extraction (13 | 32.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Sylvester

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Sylvester
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)21 (52.5%)19 (47.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Sylvester

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Sylvester
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)21 (52.5%)19 (47.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Sylvester

Employment Industries in Sylvester

The major employment industries in Sylvester include Manufacturing (14 | 35.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (9 | 22.5%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (6 | 15.0%), Administrative & Support (5 | 12.5%), and Transportation & Warehousing (2 | 5.0%).
Employment Industries in Sylvester

Employment Industries by Sex in Sylvester

The Sylvester industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Manufacturing (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Sylvester
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Utilities1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total21 (52.5%)19 (47.5%)

Education in Sylvester

School Enrollment in Sylvester

The most common levels of schooling among the 48 students in Sylvester are high school (22 | 45.8%), elementary school (17 | 35.4%), and kindergarten (9 | 18.8%).
School Enrollment in Sylvester
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten918.8%
Elementary School1735.4%
Middle School00.0%
High School2245.8%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total48100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sylvester

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sylvester
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sylvester

Business (15 | 38.5%), education (15 | 38.5%), science & technology (5 | 12.8%), and liberal arts & history (4 | 10.3%) are the most common fields of study among 39 individuals in Sylvester who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sylvester
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology512.8%
Business1538.5%
Education1538.5%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History410.3%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total39100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Sylvester

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sylvester

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Sylvester are males with 3 vehicles (7, accounting for 50.0%) and females with 3 vehicles (0, making up 41.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sylvester
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles0 (0.0%)5 (29.4%)
3 Vehicles7 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 Vehicles1 (7.1%)4 (23.5%)
5 or more Vehicles6 (42.9%)8 (47.1%)
Total14 (100.0%)17 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Sylvester

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Sylvester are 45 to 59 minutes (15 commuters, 65.2%), 30 to 34 minutes (6 commuters, 26.1%), and 60 to 89 minutes (2 commuters, 8.7%).
Commute Time in Sylvester
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes00.0%
10 to 14 Minutes00.0%
15 to 19 Minutes00.0%
20 to 24 Minutes00.0%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes626.1%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes1565.2%
60 to 89 Minutes28.7%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Sylvester

The most common commute times in Sylvester are 45 to 59 minutes (8 commuters, 57.1%) for males and 45 to 59 minutes (7 commuters, 77.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Sylvester
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes6 (42.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes8 (57.1%)7 (77.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)2 (22.2%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sylvester

The most frequent times of departure to work in Sylvester are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (7, 50.0%) for males and 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (5, 55.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sylvester
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM6 (42.9%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM7 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)5 (55.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)2 (22.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM1 (7.1%)1 (11.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)1 (11.1%)
Total14 (100.0%)9 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Sylvester

Occupancy by Ownership in Sylvester

Of the total 60 dwellings in Sylvester, owner-occupied units account for 44 (73.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 16 (26.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Sylvester
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units4473.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1626.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units60100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Sylvester

Occupancy by Household Size in Sylvester
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1830.0%
2-Person Household1626.7%
3-Person Household2033.3%
4+ Person Household610.0%
Total Housing Units60100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sylvester

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sylvester
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household13 (72.2%)5 (27.8%)
2-Person Household16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Household15 (75.0%)5 (25.0%)
4+ Person Household0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Total Housing Units44 (73.3%)16 (26.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sylvester

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sylvester
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School7 (38.9%)11 (61.1%)
High School Diploma16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College/Associate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher21 (80.8%)5 (19.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sylvester

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sylvester
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years00.0%
35 to 44 Years610.0%
45 to 54 Years1525.0%
55 to 64 Years610.0%
65 to 74 Years1016.7%
75 to 84 Years2236.7%
85 Years and Over11.7%
Total60100.0%

Housing Finances in Sylvester

Median Income by Occupancy in Sylvester

Median Income by Occupancy in Sylvester
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied44 (73.3%)$56,250
Renter-Occupied16 (26.7%)$0
Average60 (100.0%)$61,000

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sylvester

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sylvester
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)5 (31.2%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9996 (13.6%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99914 (31.8%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9991 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9998 (18.2%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9997 (15.9%)5 (31.2%)
$100,000 to $149,9997 (15.9%)6 (37.5%)
$150,000 or more1 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total44 (100.0%)16 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sylvester

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sylvester
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3004 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49919 (43.2%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $7998 (18.2%)6 (37.5%)
$800 to $9990 (0.0%)5 (31.2%)
$1,000 to $1,49913 (29.5%)5 (31.2%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)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%)
Total44 (100.0%)16 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Sylvester

Housing Structures in Sylvester

Housing Structures in Sylvester
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached60100.0%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total60100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sylvester

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sylvester
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached44 (73.3%)16 (26.7%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total44 (73.3%)16 (26.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sylvester

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sylvester
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms9 (20.4%)0 (0.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms19 (43.2%)11 (68.8%)
8 or more Rooms16 (36.4%)5 (31.2%)
Total44 (100.0%)16 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sylvester

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sylvester
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas36 (81.8%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity8 (18.2%)16 (100.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total44 (100.0%)16 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Sylvester

Household Vehicle Usage in Sylvester
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle3 (6.8%)5 (31.2%)
1 Vehicle24 (54.5%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles7 (15.9%)5 (31.2%)
3 or more Vehicles10 (22.7%)6 (37.5%)
Total44 (100.0%)16 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Sylvester

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Sylvester

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2519
Median Property Value$78,300$129,700
Median Household Income$55,625$1
Monthly Housing Costs$328$0
Real Estate Taxes--

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sylvester

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sylvester
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0005 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99915 (60.0%)6 (31.6%)
$100,000 to $299,9995 (20.0%)13 (68.4%)
$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%)
Total25 (100.0%)19 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sylvester

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sylvester
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99911 (44.0%)6 (31.6%)
$35,000 to $49,9991 (4.0%)3 (15.8%)
$50,000 to $74,9998 (32.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9995 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)2 (10.5%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)7 (36.8%)
Total25 (100.0%)19 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sylvester

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sylvester
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x11 (44.0%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x14 (56.0%)10 (52.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4.0x or more0 (0.0%)6 (31.6%)
Total25 (100.0%)19 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sylvester

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sylvester
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80010 (40.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4998 (32.0%)13 (68.4%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)6 (31.6%)
Total25 (100.0%)19 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Sylvester

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sylvester

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sylvester
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years21 (80.8%)5 (19.2%)
55 to 64 Years8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total164 (97.0%)5 (3.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sylvester

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sylvester
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sylvester

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sylvester
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00011 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99927 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99917 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99932 (86.5%)5 (13.5%)
$100,000 and over77 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sylvester

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sylvester
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 64 (36.4%)7 (63.6%)
6 to 18 Years14 (34.2%)32 (78.0%)
19 to 25 Years15 (93.8%)9 (56.2%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years6 (23.1%)15 (57.7%)
55 to 64 Years2 (25.0%)8 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years17 (100.0%)11 (64.7%)
75 Years and over28 (100.0%)15 (53.6%)
Total86 (50.9%)119 (70.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sylvester

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sylvester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years2 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)6 (40.0%)
75 Years and over13 (72.2%)8 (80.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Sylvester

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Sylvester: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over10 (55.6%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Sylvester: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over6 (33.3%)5 (50.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Sylvester: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years2 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)6 (60.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Sylvester: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)5 (33.3%)
75 Years and over13 (72.2%)8 (80.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Sylvester: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)1 (10.0%)

Technology Access in Sylvester

Computing Device Access in Sylvester

Computing Device Access in Sylvester
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop4575.0%
Smartphone4066.7%
Tablet4371.7%
No Computing Device813.3%
Total60100.0%

Internet Access in Sylvester

Internet Access in Sylvester
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home5388.3%
Cellular Data Only00.0%
Satellite Internet00.0%
No Internet711.7%
Total60100.0%

Sylvester Summary

Sylvester is a small unincorporated community located in the northern part of Wetzel County, West Virginia. It is situated along the Ohio River, approximately 10 miles south of New Martinsville. The community was named after Sylvester H. Smith, a local landowner.

Geography

Sylvester is located at 39°25'45"N 80°51'45"W (39.4292, -80.8625). It is situated along the Ohio River, approximately 10 miles south of New Martinsville. The community is located in the northern part of Wetzel County, West Virginia. The terrain is mostly flat with some rolling hills. The area is heavily forested with a mix of hardwood and coniferous trees.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Sylvester was 545. The racial makeup of the community was 97.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.7% of the population.

Economy

The economy of Sylvester is largely based on agriculture and timber. The area is home to several small farms and timber companies. The community also has a few small businesses, including a gas station, a convenience store, and a restaurant.

History

Sylvester was first settled in the early 1800s by settlers from Pennsylvania and Virginia. The community was named after Sylvester H. Smith, a local landowner. The first post office was established in 1883.
In the early 1900s, Sylvester was a thriving community with several stores, a school, and a church. The community was also home to a number of coal mines. The mines provided employment for many of the residents.
In the late 1950s, the coal mines began to close and the population of Sylvester began to decline. The decline continued into the 1970s and 1980s. By the 1990s, the population had dropped to less than 500.
Today, Sylvester is a small, rural community. The population has remained relatively stable since the 1990s. The community is home to a few small businesses and is a popular destination for outdoor recreation.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Sylvester?
Total Population of Sylvester is 169.
What is the Total Male Population of Sylvester?
Total Male Population of Sylvester is 73.
What is the Total Female Population of Sylvester?
Total Female Population of Sylvester is 96.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Sylvester?
There are 76.04 Males per 100 Females in Sylvester.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Sylvester?
There are 131.51 Females per 100 Males in Sylvester.
What is the Median Population Age in Sylvester?
Median Population Age in Sylvester is 42.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Sylvester
Average Family Size in Sylvester is 3.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Sylvester
Average Household Size in Sylvester is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Sylvester?
Per Capita income in Sylvester is $25,605.
What is the Median Family Income in Sylvester?
Median Family Income in Sylvester is $83,750.
What is the Median Household income in Sylvester?
Median Household Income in Sylvester is $61,000.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Sylvester?
Inequality or Gini Index in Sylvester is 0.39.
How Large is the Labor Force in Sylvester?
There are 50 People in the Labor Forcein in Sylvester.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Sylvester?
36.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Sylvester.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Sylvester?
Unemployment Rate in Sylvester is 20.0%.