Pelham, AL
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Pelham Overview
24,221
TOTAL POPULATION
11,613
MALE POPULATION
12,608
FEMALE POPULATION
92.11
MALES / 100 FEMALES
108.57
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$44,531
PER CAPITA INCOME
$123,537
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$94,108
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
33.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
66.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
13,175
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
68.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Pelham Zip Codes
Pelham Area Codes
Race in Pelham
The most populous races in Pelham are White / Caucasian (18,355 | 75.8%), Black / African American (2,818 | 11.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (2,716 | 11.2%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 868 | 3.6% |
| Black / African American | 2,818 | 11.6% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 16 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2,716 | 11.2% |
| Native / Alaskan | 18 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 18,355 | 75.8% |
| Two or more Races | 1,538 | 6.4% |
| Some other Race | 608 | 2.5% |
| Total | 24,221 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Pelham
The most populous ancestries reported in Pelham are English (2,782 | 11.5%), Irish (2,696 | 11.1%), American (1,926 | 8.0%), German (1,607 | 6.6%), and Mexican (1,149 | 4.7%), together accounting for 41.9% of all Pelham residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 280 | 1.2% |
| Albanian | 8 | 0.0% |
| American | 1,926 | 8.0% |
| Arab | 140 | 0.6% |
| Austrian | 52 | 0.2% |
| Belgian | 14 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 26 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 5 | 0.0% |
| British | 89 | 0.4% |
| Burmese | 54 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 22 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 58 | 0.2% |
| Cherokee | 43 | 0.2% |
| Choctaw | 2 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 27 | 0.1% |
| Croatian | 44 | 0.2% |
| Cuban | 471 | 1.9% |
| Czech | 79 | 0.3% |
| Danish | 304 | 1.3% |
| Dutch | 257 | 1.1% |
| Eastern European | 15 | 0.1% |
| Ecuadorian | 45 | 0.2% |
| Egyptian | 39 | 0.2% |
| English | 2,782 | 11.5% |
| European | 637 | 2.6% |
| French | 422 | 1.7% |
| French Canadian | 65 | 0.3% |
| German | 1,607 | 6.6% |
| Greek | 130 | 0.5% |
| Honduran | 41 | 0.2% |
| Hungarian | 47 | 0.2% |
| Indian (Asian) | 114 | 0.5% |
| Iranian | 34 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 2,696 | 11.1% |
| Italian | 653 | 2.7% |
| Jamaican | 8 | 0.0% |
| Jordanian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 4 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 51 | 0.2% |
| Lithuanian | 19 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 1,149 | 4.7% |
| Moroccan | 41 | 0.2% |
| Native Hawaiian | 40 | 0.2% |
| Nigerian | 44 | 0.2% |
| Northern European | 24 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 135 | 0.6% |
| Pakistani | 13 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 47 | 0.2% |
| Portuguese | 51 | 0.2% |
| Puerto Rican | 352 | 1.5% |
| Romanian | 25 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 10 | 0.0% |
| Salvadoran | 17 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 53 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 599 | 2.5% |
| Scottish | 625 | 2.6% |
| Sierra Leonean | 22 | 0.1% |
| Slovak | 7 | 0.0% |
| South American | 188 | 0.8% |
| Spaniard | 33 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 122 | 0.5% |
| Sri Lankan | 495 | 2.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 346 | 1.4% |
| Swedish | 76 | 0.3% |
| Swiss | 26 | 0.1% |
| Syrian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Thai | 136 | 0.6% |
| Tongan | 16 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Venezuelan | 116 | 0.5% |
| Welsh | 245 | 1.0% |
| Yugoslavian | 12 | 0.1% | View All 72 Rows |
Immigrants in Pelham
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Pelham came from Latin America (1,039 | 4.3%), Central America (667 | 2.8%), Mexico (609 | 2.5%), Asia (567 | 2.3%), and South Eastern Asia (327 | 1.3%), together accounting for 13.2% of all Pelham residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 22 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 567 | 2.3% |
| Bahamas | 13 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 30 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 222 | 0.9% |
| Central America | 667 | 2.8% |
| China | 74 | 0.3% |
| Colombia | 34 | 0.1% |
| Cuba | 201 | 0.8% |
| Denmark | 10 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 128 | 0.5% |
| Eastern Europe | 18 | 0.1% |
| El Salvador | 17 | 0.1% |
| England | 23 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 72 | 0.3% |
| Germany | 18 | 0.1% |
| Honduras | 41 | 0.2% |
| India | 82 | 0.3% |
| Jamaica | 8 | 0.0% |
| Jordan | 3 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 54 | 0.2% |
| Laos | 9 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 1,039 | 4.3% |
| Mexico | 609 | 2.5% |
| Northern Europe | 36 | 0.2% |
| Pakistan | 27 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 4 | 0.0% |
| Romania | 18 | 0.1% |
| Scotland | 3 | 0.0% |
| Sierra Leone | 22 | 0.1% |
| South America | 150 | 0.6% |
| South Central Asia | 109 | 0.4% |
| South Eastern Asia | 327 | 1.3% |
| Taiwan | 32 | 0.1% |
| Thailand | 6 | 0.0% |
| Venezuela | 116 | 0.5% |
| Vietnam | 308 | 1.3% |
| Western Africa | 22 | 0.1% |
| Western Asia | 3 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 18 | 0.1% | View All 40 Rows |
Sex and Age in Pelham
Sex and Age in Pelham
The most populous age groups in Pelham are 15 to 19 Years (1,076 | 9.3%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (1,129 | 8.9%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 576 (5.0%) | 637 (5.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 887 (7.6%) | 881 (7.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 840 (7.2%) | 771 (6.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,076 (9.3%) | 677 (5.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 273 (2.4%) | 855 (6.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 529 (4.6%) | 740 (5.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 838 (7.2%) | 678 (5.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 853 (7.3%) | 1,021 (8.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 668 (5.8%) | 898 (7.1%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 704 (6.1%) | 662 (5.2%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 544 (4.7%) | 823 (6.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 906 (7.8%) | 1,129 (8.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 888 (7.6%) | 605 (4.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 684 (5.9%) | 685 (5.4%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 579 (5.0%) | 557 (4.4%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 379 (3.3%) | 557 (4.4%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 254 (2.2%) | 202 (1.6%) |
| 85 Years and over | 135 (1.2%) | 230 (1.8%) |
| Total | 11,613 (100.0%) | 12,608 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Pelham
Median Family Size in Pelham
The median family size in Pelham is 3.34 persons per family, with married-couple families (5,072 | 82.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.42 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (457 | 7.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.55 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,072 (82.4%) | 3.42 |
| Single Male/Father | 457 (7.4%) | 2.55 |
| Single Female/Mother | 627 (10.2%) | 3.24 |
| Total Families | 6,156 (100.0%) | 3.34 |
Median Household Size in Pelham
The median household size in Pelham is 2.74 persons per household, with married-couple households (5,072 | 57.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.45 persons per household. non-family households (2,688 | 30.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.24 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,072 (57.4%) | 3.45 |
| Single Male/Father | 457 (5.2%) | 2.84 |
| Single Female/Mother | 627 (7.1%) | 3.32 |
| Non-family | 2,688 (30.4%) | 1.24 |
| Total Households | 8,844 (100.0%) | 2.74 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Pelham
Out of a total of 8,844 households in Pelham, 6,156 (69.6%) are family households, while 2,688 (30.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,951, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,171.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,171 (24.5%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,951 (33.4%) | 488 (5.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,112 (12.6%) | 11 (0.1%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,108 (12.5%) | 18 (0.2%) |
| 5-Person Households | 542 (6.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 317 (3.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 126 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,156 (69.6%) | 2,688 (30.4%) |
Female Fertility in Pelham
Fertility by Age in Pelham
Average fertility rate in Pelham is 36.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 76.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 83.9% 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 | 172 (83.9%) | 76.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 33 (16.1%) | 12.0 |
| Total | 205 (100.0%) | 36.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Pelham
90.7% of women with births (205) in Pelham are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 11.1% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 153 (88.9%) | 19 (11.1%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 33 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 186 (90.7%) | 19 (9.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Pelham
Average fertility rate in Pelham is 36.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of less than high school have the highest fertility rate of 92.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the lowest fertility at 10.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 35.1% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 64 (31.2%) | 92.0 |
| High School Diploma | 21 (10.2%) | 29.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 72 (35.1%) | 40.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 38 (18.5%) | 26.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 10 (4.9%) | 10.0 |
| Total | 205 (100.0%) | 36.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Pelham
9.3% of women with births in Pelham are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are least likely to be married with 50.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 64 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 72 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 19 (50.0%) | 19 (50.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 186 (90.7%) | 19 (9.3%) |
Income in Pelham
Income Overview in Pelham
Per Capita Income in Pelham is $44,531, while median incomes of families and households are $123,537 and $94,108 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 24,221 | $44,531 |
| Median Family Income | 6,156 | $123,537 |
| Mean Family Income | 6,156 | $140,559 |
| Median Household Income | 8,844 | $94,108 |
| Mean Household Income | 8,844 | $118,211 |
| Income Deficit | 6,156 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 24,221 | 33.31% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 24,221 | 66.69¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 24,221 | 0.41 |
Earnings by Sex in Pelham
Average Earnings in Pelham are $50,076, $62,500 for men and $41,683 for women, a difference of 33.3%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 6,716 (50.2%) | $62,500 |
| Female | 6,664 (49.8%) | $41,683 |
| Total | 13,380 (100.0%) | $50,076 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Pelham
The most common earnings brackets in Pelham are $100,000+ for men (1,765 | 26.3%) and $100,000+ for women (726 | 10.9%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 198 (2.9%) | 462 (6.9%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 117 (1.7%) | 229 (3.4%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 143 (2.1%) | 287 (4.3%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 90 (1.3%) | 250 (3.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 35 (0.5%) | 173 (2.6%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 162 (2.4%) | 124 (1.9%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 62 (0.9%) | 89 (1.3%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 45 (0.7%) | 169 (2.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 116 (1.7%) | 135 (2.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 198 (2.9%) | 144 (2.2%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 340 (5.1%) | 480 (7.2%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 220 (3.3%) | 360 (5.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 359 (5.3%) | 290 (4.3%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 409 (6.1%) | 408 (6.1%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 288 (4.3%) | 294 (4.4%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 329 (4.9%) | 317 (4.8%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 354 (5.3%) | 633 (9.5%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 450 (6.7%) | 649 (9.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,036 (15.4%) | 445 (6.7%) |
| $100,000+ | 1,765 (26.3%) | 726 (10.9%) |
| Total | 6,716 (100.0%) | 6,664 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Pelham
Average earnings in Pelham are $68,156 for men and $47,273 for women, a difference of 30.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $93,625, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $40,886. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $63,700, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $29,306.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $43,964 | $29,306 |
| High School Diploma | $40,886 | $31,250 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $59,038 | $42,785 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $80,346 | $56,362 |
| Graduate Degree | $93,625 | $63,700 |
| Total | $68,156 | $47,273 |
Family Income in Pelham
Family Income Brackets in Pelham
According to the Pelham family income data, there are 1,576 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.6% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 37 families (0.6%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 37 | 0.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 98 | 1.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 37 | 0.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 215 | 3.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 388 | 6.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 991 | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 720 | 11.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,576 | 25.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,010 | 16.4% |
| $200,000+ | 1,083 | 17.6% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Pelham
7+ person families (126 | 2.1%) account for the highest median family income in Pelham with $175,938 per family, while 2-person families (3,049 | 49.5%) have the highest median income of $49,720 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,049 (49.5%) | $99,440 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,104 (17.9%) | $144,239 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,054 (17.1%) | $132,708 |
| 5-Person Families | 520 (8.5%) | $135,640 |
| 6-Person Families | 303 (4.9%) | $158,466 |
| 7+ Person Families | 126 (2.1%) | $175,938 |
| Total | 6,156 (100.0%) | $123,537 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Pelham
The median family income in Pelham is $123,537, with families comprising 3+ earners (662) having the highest median family income of $179,324, while families with no earners (746) have the lowest median family income of $69,504, accounting for 10.7% and 12.1% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 746 (12.1%) | $69,504 |
| 1 Earner | 1,737 (28.2%) | $88,994 |
| 2 Earners | 3,011 (48.9%) | $133,453 |
| 3+ Earners | 662 (10.7%) | $179,324 |
| Total | 6,156 (100.0%) | $123,537 |
Household Income in Pelham
Household Income Brackets in Pelham
With 1,910 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Pelham, accounting for 21.6% of all households. In contrast, only 177 households (2.0%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 212 | 2.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 177 | 2.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 363 | 4.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 486 | 5.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 601 | 6.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,698 | 19.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,097 | 12.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,910 | 21.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,150 | 13.0% |
| $200,000+ | 1,141 | 12.9% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Pelham
The median household income in Pelham is $94,108, with the highest median household income of $122,905 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,515 households (39.7%) 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 177 households (2.0%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 177 (2.0%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,890 (32.7%) | $89,386 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 3,515 (39.7%) | $122,905 |
| 65+ Years | 2,262 (25.6%) | $71,364 |
| Total | 8,844 (100.0%) | $94,108 |
Poverty in Pelham
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Pelham
With 5.0% poverty level for males and 5.7% for females among the residents of Pelham, 6 to 11 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 151 males (12.5%) and 81 females (50.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 151 (12.5%) | 70 (7.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (1.2%) |
| 15 Years | 16 (7.8%) | 81 (50.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 58 (9.9%) | 16 (6.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 43 (3.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 63 (4.6%) | 99 (7.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 143 (9.4%) | 101 (5.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 46 (3.7%) | 72 (4.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 58 (3.2%) | 91 (5.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 32 (2.5%) | 118 (9.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 5 (0.6%) | 20 (2.0%) |
| Total | 572 (5.0%) | 718 (5.7%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Pelham
According to the poverty statistics in Pelham, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 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 | 549 (100.0%) | 637 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 220 (100.0%) | 155 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,054 (87.5%) | 840 (92.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 262 (100.0%) | 567 (98.8%) |
| 15 Years | 190 (92.2%) | 81 (50.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 529 (90.1%) | 224 (93.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 555 (100.0%) | 1,087 (96.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,302 (95.4%) | 1,319 (93.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,377 (90.6%) | 1,818 (94.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,202 (96.3%) | 1,413 (95.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,736 (96.8%) | 1,643 (94.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,228 (97.5%) | 1,124 (90.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 763 (99.4%) | 969 (98.0%) |
| Total | 10,967 (95.0%) | 11,877 (94.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Pelham
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Pelham show that 2.3% or 117 of the total 5,072 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 14.2%, comprising of 48 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,868 (97.7%) | 69 (2.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,731 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 290 (85.8%) | 48 (14.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 66 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,955 (97.7%) | 117 (2.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Pelham
According to the poverty data in Pelham, 1.5% or 7 single-father households and 12.0% or 75 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 7 households (3.1%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 27 households (17.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (17.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 7 (3.1%) | 48 (12.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7 (1.5%) | 75 (12.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Pelham
The poverty data for Pelham shows that 117 of the married-couple family households (2.3%) and 82 of the single-parent households (7.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 48 households (14.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 55 household (9.2%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 69 (2.4%) | 27 (6.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 55 (9.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 48 (14.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 117 (2.3%) | 82 (7.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Pelham
Employment by Class of Employer in Pelham
Among the 12,822 employed individuals in Pelham, private company employees (8,945 | 69.8%), not-for-profit organizations (1,085 | 8.5%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (848 | 6.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 8,945 | 69.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 677 | 5.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 848 | 6.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,085 | 8.5% |
| Local Government Employees | 666 | 5.2% |
| State Government Employees | 402 | 3.1% |
| Federal Government Employees | 182 | 1.4% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 17 | 0.1% |
| Total | 12,822 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Pelham
According to the labor force statistics for Pelham, out of the total population over 16 years of age (19,261), 68.4% or 13,175 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.8% or 237 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 91.0% or 3,130 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 11.1% or 54 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 485 (35.0%) | 54 (11.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,024 (90.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,099 (86.6%) | 24 (2.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,367 (90.2%) | 19 (1.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,130 (91.0%) | 19 (0.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,271 (83.1%) | 25 (1.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,701 (83.6%) | 43 (2.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,053 (70.5%) | 23 (2.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 952 (38.0%) | 28 (2.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 97 (5.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 13,175 (68.4%) | 237 (1.8%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Pelham
According to labor force statistics for Pelham, 85.1% of individuals (10,626) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (12,486) are in the labor force, with 1.4% or 149 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 88.6% or 5,443 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 2.7% or 52 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 419 (70.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,943 (80.6%) | 65 (2.7%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,813 (84.2%) | 74 (2.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 5,443 (88.6%) | 43 (0.7%) |
| Total | 10,626 (85.1%) | 175 (1.4%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Pelham
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Pelham are Management (1,767 | 13.7%), Community & Social Service (1,381 | 10.7%), Business & Financial (1,019 | 7.9%), Computers, Engineering & Science (1,008 | 7.8%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (879 | 6.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Pelham, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (66.9%), Computers & Mathematics (66.3%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (63.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (83.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (78.7%), and Health Technologists (76.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 1,182 (66.9%) | 585 (33.1%) |
| Business & Financial | 554 (54.4%) | 465 (45.6%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 638 (63.3%) | 370 (36.7%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 333 (66.3%) | 169 (33.7%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 265 (61.5%) | 166 (38.5%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 40 (53.3%) | 35 (46.7%) |
| Community & Social Service | 431 (31.2%) | 950 (68.8%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 111 (36.3%) | 195 (63.7%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 123 (55.7%) | 98 (44.3%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 115 (16.8%) | 568 (83.2%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 82 (47.9%) | 89 (52.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 187 (21.3%) | 692 (78.7%) |
| Health Technologists | 140 (23.3%) | 461 (76.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,992 (49.4%) | 3,062 (50.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,555 (50.7%) | 6,377 (49.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Pelham are Personal Care & Service (787 | 6.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (496 | 3.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (243 | 1.9%), Security & Protection (240 | 1.9%), and Law Enforcement (129 | 1.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Pelham, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (84.5%), Security & Protection (63.7%), and Firefighting & Prevention (39.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (81.3%), Healthcare Support (79.1%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (64.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 14 (20.9%) | 53 (79.1%) |
| Security & Protection | 153 (63.7%) | 87 (36.2%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 44 (39.6%) | 67 (60.4%) |
| Law Enforcement | 109 (84.5%) | 20 (15.5%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 183 (36.9%) | 313 (63.1%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 87 (35.8%) | 156 (64.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 147 (18.7%) | 640 (81.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 584 (31.9%) | 1,249 (68.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,555 (50.7%) | 6,377 (49.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Pelham are Sales & Related (1,646 | 12.7%), and Office & Administration (1,213 | 9.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 920 (55.9%) | 726 (44.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 237 (19.5%) | 976 (80.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,157 (40.5%) | 1,702 (59.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,555 (50.7%) | 6,377 (49.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Pelham are Construction & Extraction (505 | 3.9%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (267 | 2.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (20 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 8 (40.0%) | 12 (60.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 414 (82.0%) | 91 (18.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 267 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 689 (87.0%) | 103 (13.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,555 (50.7%) | 6,377 (49.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Pelham are Transportation (589 | 4.5%), Material Moving (433 | 3.4%), and Production (372 | 2.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 283 (76.1%) | 89 (23.9%) |
| Transportation | 493 (83.7%) | 96 (16.3%) |
| Material Moving | 357 (82.5%) | 76 (17.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,133 (81.3%) | 261 (18.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,555 (50.7%) | 6,377 (49.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Pelham
Employment Industries in Pelham
The major employment industries in Pelham include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,736 | 13.4%), Retail Trade (1,387 | 10.7%), Finance & Insurance (1,290 | 10.0%), Educational Services (1,132 | 8.7%), and Construction (995 | 7.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Pelham
The Pelham industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (94.8%), and Manufacturing (81.6%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (90.2%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (86.4%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (80.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 3 (13.6%) | 19 (86.4%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 741 (74.5%) | 254 (25.5%) |
| Manufacturing | 668 (81.6%) | 151 (18.4%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 476 (94.8%) | 26 (5.2%) |
| Retail Trade | 778 (56.1%) | 609 (43.9%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 394 (68.4%) | 182 (31.6%) |
| Utilities | 239 (58.2%) | 172 (41.8%) |
| Information | 129 (52.9%) | 115 (47.1%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 549 (42.6%) | 741 (57.4%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 241 (52.4%) | 219 (47.6%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 529 (58.5%) | 376 (41.5%) |
| Enterprise Management | 19 (47.5%) | 21 (52.5%) |
| Administrative & Support | 237 (64.6%) | 130 (35.4%) |
| Educational Services | 111 (9.8%) | 1,021 (90.2%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 351 (20.2%) | 1,385 (79.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 36 (20.0%) | 144 (80.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 397 (53.1%) | 351 (46.9%) |
| Public Administration | 287 (70.3%) | 121 (29.7%) |
| Total | 6,555 (50.7%) | 6,377 (49.3%) |
Education in Pelham
School Enrollment in Pelham
The most common levels of schooling among the 6,172 students in Pelham are high school (1,509 | 24.4%), elementary school (1,370 | 22.2%), and middle school (1,348 | 21.8%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 294 | 4.8% |
| Kindergarten | 392 | 6.4% |
| Elementary School | 1,370 | 22.2% |
| Middle School | 1,348 | 21.8% |
| High School | 1,509 | 24.4% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,004 | 16.3% |
| Graduate / Professional | 255 | 4.1% |
| Total | 6,172 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Pelham
Out of a total of 6,172 students who are enrolled in schools in Pelham, 636 (10.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 5,536 (89.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 132 (56.9% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 389 (96.5% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 100 (43.1%) | 132 (56.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,538 (92.2%) | 130 (7.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,414 (89.1%) | 173 (10.9%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,105 (93.7%) | 74 (6.3%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 389 (96.5%) | 14 (3.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 501 (94.4%) | 30 (5.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 395 (92.3%) | 33 (7.7%) |
| 35 Years and over | 94 (65.3%) | 50 (34.7%) |
| Total | 5,536 (89.7%) | 636 (10.3%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Pelham
Business (1,883 | 21.1%), science & technology (887 | 9.9%), education (875 | 9.8%), engineering (730 | 8.2%), and bio, nature & agricultural (628 | 7.0%) are the most common fields of study among 8,939 individuals in Pelham who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 465 | 5.2% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 628 | 7.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 287 | 3.2% |
| Psychology | 460 | 5.1% |
| Social Sciences | 366 | 4.1% |
| Engineering | 730 | 8.2% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 57 | 0.6% |
| Science & Technology | 887 | 9.9% |
| Business | 1,883 | 21.1% |
| Education | 875 | 9.8% |
| Literature & Languages | 315 | 3.5% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 413 | 4.6% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 556 | 6.2% |
| Communications | 471 | 5.3% |
| Arts & Humanities | 546 | 6.1% |
| Total | 8,939 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Pelham
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Pelham
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Pelham are males with 2 vehicles (2,884, accounting for 44.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,386, making up 45.6%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 2 (0.0%) | 116 (1.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 725 (11.2%) | 883 (14.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,884 (44.4%) | 2,386 (37.7%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,686 (25.9%) | 1,971 (31.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 771 (11.9%) | 568 (9.0%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 432 (6.7%) | 398 (6.3%) |
| Total | 6,500 (100.0%) | 6,322 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Pelham
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Pelham are 30 to 34 minutes (2,700 commuters, 25.3%), 20 to 24 minutes (1,652 commuters, 15.5%), and 10 to 14 minutes (1,290 commuters, 12.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 111 | 1.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 691 | 6.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,290 | 12.1% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 929 | 8.7% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,652 | 15.5% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 598 | 5.6% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 2,700 | 25.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 540 | 5.1% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 446 | 4.2% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,222 | 11.5% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 306 | 2.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 181 | 1.7% |
Commute Time by Sex in Pelham
The most common commute times in Pelham are 30 to 34 minutes (1,489 commuters, 26.9%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (1,211 commuters, 23.6%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 95 (1.7%) | 16 (0.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 376 (6.8%) | 315 (6.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 717 (12.9%) | 573 (11.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 418 (7.5%) | 511 (10.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 768 (13.9%) | 884 (17.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 324 (5.8%) | 274 (5.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,489 (26.9%) | 1,211 (23.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 351 (6.3%) | 189 (3.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 219 (4.0%) | 227 (4.4%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 576 (10.4%) | 646 (12.6%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 112 (2.0%) | 194 (3.8%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 101 (1.8%) | 80 (1.6%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Pelham
The most frequent times of departure to work in Pelham are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (815, 14.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (870, 17.0%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 423 (7.6%) | 31 (0.6%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 260 (4.7%) | 54 (1.1%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 263 (4.7%) | 259 (5.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 679 (12.2%) | 430 (8.4%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 684 (12.3%) | 640 (12.5%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 815 (14.7%) | 870 (17.0%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 582 (10.5%) | 568 (11.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 725 (13.1%) | 338 (6.6%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 161 (2.9%) | 513 (10.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 542 (9.8%) | 574 (11.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 199 (3.6%) | 144 (2.8%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 68 (1.3%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 57 (1.0%) | 447 (8.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 156 (2.8%) | 184 (3.6%) |
| Total | 5,546 (100.0%) | 5,120 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Pelham
Occupancy by Ownership in Pelham
Of the total 8,844 dwellings in Pelham, owner-occupied units account for 7,436 (84.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,408 (15.9%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 7,436 | 84.1% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,408 | 15.9% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 8,844 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Pelham
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,171 | 24.5% |
| 2-Person Household | 3,439 | 38.9% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,123 | 12.7% |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,111 | 23.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 8,844 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Pelham
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,796 (82.7%) | 375 (17.3%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,779 (80.8%) | 660 (19.2%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,059 (94.3%) | 64 (5.7%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,802 (85.4%) | 309 (14.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 7,436 (84.1%) | 1,408 (15.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Pelham
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 293 (65.8%) | 152 (34.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,070 (75.3%) | 351 (24.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,755 (80.9%) | 415 (19.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 4,318 (89.8%) | 490 (10.2%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Pelham
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,340 | 15.1% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,727 | 19.5% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,614 | 18.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,901 | 21.5% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,306 | 14.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 800 | 9.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 156 | 1.8% |
| Total | 8,844 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Pelham
Median Income by Occupancy in Pelham
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 7,436 (84.1%) | $104,696 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,408 (15.9%) | $56,481 |
| Average | 8,844 (100.0%) | $94,108 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Pelham
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 72 (1.0%) | 94 (6.7%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 46 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 139 (1.9%) | 40 (2.8%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 68 (0.9%) | 98 (7.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 122 (1.6%) | 74 (5.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 320 (4.3%) | 169 (12.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 442 (5.9%) | 160 (11.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,402 (18.9%) | 299 (21.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 996 (13.4%) | 104 (7.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,648 (22.2%) | 260 (18.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 2,181 (29.3%) | 110 (7.8%) |
| Total | 7,436 (100.0%) | 1,408 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Pelham
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 236 (3.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 831 (11.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,182 (15.9%) | 143 (10.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 496 (6.7%) | 248 (17.6%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,975 (26.6%) | 379 (26.9%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,097 (14.7%) | 379 (26.9%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 822 (11.1%) | 191 (13.6%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 447 (6.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 350 (4.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,436 (100.0%) | 1,408 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Pelham
Housing Structures in Pelham
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,802 | 76.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 1,252 | 14.2% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 115 | 1.3% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 22 | 0.3% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 263 | 3.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 390 | 4.4% |
| Total | 8,844 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Pelham
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,147 (90.4%) | 655 (9.6%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 1,010 (80.7%) | 242 (19.3%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 45 (39.1%) | 70 (60.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 263 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 234 (60.0%) | 156 (40.0%) |
| Total | 7,436 (84.1%) | 1,408 (15.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Pelham
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 151 (2.0%) | 80 (5.7%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,660 (22.3%) | 842 (59.8%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,740 (36.8%) | 341 (24.2%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,885 (38.8%) | 145 (10.3%) |
| Total | 7,436 (100.0%) | 1,408 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Pelham
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 4,357 (58.6%) | 488 (34.7%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 76 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 2,893 (38.9%) | 888 (63.1%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 6 (0.1%) | 13 (0.9%) |
| No Fuel Used | 104 (1.4%) | 19 (1.3%) |
| Total | 7,436 (100.0%) | 1,408 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Pelham
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 31 (0.4%) | 82 (5.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,865 (25.1%) | 482 (34.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,044 (40.9%) | 588 (41.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,496 (33.6%) | 256 (18.2%) |
| Total | 7,436 (100.0%) | 1,408 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Pelham
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Pelham
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,097 | 5,339 |
| Median Property Value | $243,000 | $269,100 |
| Median Household Income | $66,394 | $1,802 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $524 | $350 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,195 | $641 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Pelham
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 85 (4.1%) | 171 (3.2%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 46 (2.2%) | 63 (1.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,255 (59.9%) | 2,935 (55.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 565 (26.9%) | 1,452 (27.2%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 121 (5.8%) | 670 (12.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 22 (1.1%) | 48 (0.9%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 3 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,097 (100.0%) | 5,339 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Pelham
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 61 (2.9%) | 155 (2.9%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 154 (7.3%) | 57 (1.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 276 (13.2%) | 175 (3.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 185 (8.8%) | 44 (0.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 461 (22.0%) | 257 (4.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 230 (11.0%) | 941 (17.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 351 (16.7%) | 766 (14.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 379 (18.1%) | 1,297 (24.3%) |
| Total | 2,097 (100.0%) | 5,339 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Pelham
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 676 (32.2%) | 118,922 (2,227.4%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 327 (15.6%) | 1,904 (35.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 205 (9.8%) | 1,386 (26.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 873 (41.6%) | 1,095 (20.5%) |
| Total | 2,097 (100.0%) | 5,339 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Pelham
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 359 (17.1%) | 50 (0.9%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 967 (46.1%) | 646 (12.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 483 (23.0%) | 2,150 (40.3%) |
| Total | 2,097 (100.0%) | 5,339 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Pelham
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pelham
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,608 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 4,405 (97.6%) | 107 (2.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,390 (88.0%) | 190 (12.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 2,165 (84.7%) | 390 (15.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,024 (88.2%) | 405 (11.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,613 (95.6%) | 120 (4.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,384 (95.9%) | 144 (4.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,486 (99.4%) | 16 (0.6%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,757 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 22,832 (94.3%) | 1,372 (5.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Pelham
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,608 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 4,405 (97.6%) | 107 (2.4%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,390 (88.0%) | 190 (12.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Pelham
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 802 (78.6%) | 218 (21.4%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,063 (92.5%) | 166 (7.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,427 (87.8%) | 475 (12.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,831 (96.9%) | 90 (3.1%) |
| $100,000 and over | 13,706 (97.0%) | 419 (3.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pelham
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 392 (24.4%) | 1,239 (77.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,035 (22.9%) | 3,474 (77.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 17 (1.1%) | 1,390 (88.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 80 (3.1%) | 2,120 (83.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 75 (2.2%) | 3,024 (88.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 302 (11.1%) | 2,567 (93.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 295 (8.4%) | 3,253 (92.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,213 (88.4%) | 1,625 (64.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,757 (100.0%) | 1,258 (71.6%) |
| Total | 6,166 (25.5%) | 19,950 (82.4%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Pelham
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 314 (12.5%) | 57 (2.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 45 (2.3%) | 117 (4.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 293 (6.4%) | 519 (10.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 336 (26.7%) | 145 (11.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 395 (51.4%) | 480 (48.5%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Pelham
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 116 (2.5%) | 57 (1.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 235 (18.6%) | 57 (4.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 289 (37.6%) | 177 (17.9%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 24 (1.3%) | 37 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 59 (1.3%) | 140 (2.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 50 (4.0%) | 8 (0.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 54 (7.0%) | 44 (4.4%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 264 (10.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 21 (1.1%) | 80 (3.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 42 (0.9%) | 48 (0.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4 (0.3%) | 65 (5.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 83 (10.8%) | 67 (6.8%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 22 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 100 (2.2%) | 311 (6.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 137 (10.9%) | 115 (9.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 243 (31.6%) | 310 (31.3%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 28 (1.1%) | 47 (2.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 58 (1.3%) | 177 (3.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (0.9%) | 38 (3.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 80 (10.4%) | 208 (21.0%) |
Technology Access in Pelham
Computing Device Access in Pelham
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 7,634 | 86.3% |
| Smartphone | 8,211 | 92.8% |
| Tablet | 6,909 | 78.1% |
| No Computing Device | 192 | 2.2% |
| Total | 8,844 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Pelham
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 3 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 7,539 | 85.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 675 | 7.6% |
| Satellite Internet | 624 | 7.1% |
| No Internet | 380 | 4.3% |
| Total | 8,844 | 100.0% |
Pelham Summary
Pelham, Alabama is a city located in Shelby County, Alabama, United States. It is a suburb of Birmingham and is part of the Birmingham-Hoover Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 21,352 at the 2010 census.
Geography
Pelham is located at 33°20'25" North, 86°47'17" West (33.340278, -86.788194). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 24.2 square miles (62.6 km2), of which 24.1 square miles (62.4 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km2) is water.
History
Pelham was founded in 1887 by the Louisville and Nashville Railroad. The town was named after Pelham, Georgia, the hometown of the railroad's president. The town was incorporated in 1947.
Economy
Pelham is home to several large employers, including the Honda Manufacturing of Alabama plant, which produces the Honda Odyssey minivan and the Honda Pilot SUV. Other major employers include the Shelby County Board of Education, the City of Pelham, and the Shelby County Sheriff's Office.
Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 21,352 people, 8,072 households, and 5,845 families residing in the city. The population density was 886.2 people per square mile (342.2/km2). There were 8,717 housing units at an average density of 361.7 per square mile (139.8/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 79.2% White, 14.3% Black or African American, 0.3% Native American, 2.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.7% of the population.
There were 8,072 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.2% were married couples living together, 11.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.7% were non-families. 24.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.10.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.7% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 32.2% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 9.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $60,945, and the median income for a family was $71,845. Males had a median income of $50,945 versus $35,945 for females. The per capita income for the city was $27,945. About 4.2% of families and 5.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.7% of those under age 18 and 5.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Pelham?
Total Population of Pelham is 24,221.
What is the Total Male Population of Pelham?
Total Male Population of Pelham is 11,613.
What is the Total Female Population of Pelham?
Total Female Population of Pelham is 12,608.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Pelham?
There are 92.11 Males per 100 Females in Pelham.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Pelham?
There are 108.57 Females per 100 Males in Pelham.
What is the Median Population Age in Pelham?
Median Population Age in Pelham is 40.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Pelham
Average Family Size in Pelham is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Pelham
Average Household Size in Pelham is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Pelham?
Per Capita income in Pelham is $44,531.
What is the Median Family Income in Pelham?
Median Family Income in Pelham is $123,537.
What is the Median Household income in Pelham?
Median Household Income in Pelham is $94,108.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Pelham?
Income or Wage Gap in Pelham is 33.3%.
Women in Pelham earn 66.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Pelham?
Inequality or Gini Index in Pelham is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Pelham?
There are 13,175 People in the Labor Forcein in Pelham.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Pelham?
68.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Pelham.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Pelham?
Unemployment Rate in Pelham is 1.8%.