Polk County, AR Map & Demographics
Polk County Map
Polk County Overview
$30,395
PER CAPITA INCOME
$60,528
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$48,449
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
39.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
60.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$8,998
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.50
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
19,384
TOTAL POPULATION
9,508
MALE POPULATION
9,876
FEMALE POPULATION
96.27
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.87
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
8,444
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
54.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
9.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Income in Polk County
Income Overview in Polk County
Per Capita Income in Polk County is $30,395, while median incomes of families and households are $60,528 and $48,449 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 19,384 | $30,395 |
| Median Family Income | 5,029 | $60,528 |
| Mean Family Income | 5,029 | $84,810 |
| Median Household Income | 7,717 | $48,449 |
| Mean Household Income | 7,717 | $72,330 |
| Income Deficit | 5,029 | $8,998 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 19,384 | 39.38% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 19,384 | 60.62¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 19,384 | 0.50 |
Earnings by Sex in Polk County
Average Earnings in Polk County are $29,983, $37,950 for men and $23,006 for women, a difference of 39.4%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 4,728 (54.7%) | $37,950 |
| Female | 3,921 (45.3%) | $23,006 |
| Total | 8,649 (100.0%) | $29,983 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Polk County
The most common earnings brackets in Polk County are $100,000+ for men (486 | 10.3%) and $2,499 or less for women (323 | 8.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 293 (6.2%) | 323 (8.2%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 96 (2.0%) | 188 (4.8%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 88 (1.9%) | 202 (5.1%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 81 (1.7%) | 211 (5.4%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 190 (4.0%) | 256 (6.5%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 128 (2.7%) | 232 (5.9%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 113 (2.4%) | 166 (4.2%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 75 (1.6%) | 126 (3.2%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 189 (4.0%) | 199 (5.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 134 (2.8%) | 284 (7.2%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 483 (10.2%) | 270 (6.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 384 (8.1%) | 223 (5.7%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 283 (6.0%) | 279 (7.1%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 252 (5.3%) | 177 (4.5%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 395 (8.4%) | 48 (1.2%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 155 (3.3%) | 138 (3.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 409 (8.6%) | 269 (6.9%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 250 (5.3%) | 74 (1.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 244 (5.2%) | 150 (3.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 486 (10.3%) | 106 (2.7%) |
| Total | 4,728 (100.0%) | 3,921 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Polk County
Average earnings in Polk County are $41,641 for men and $25,514 for women, a difference of 38.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $61,500, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $28,408. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $56,782, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $15,903.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $28,408 | $15,903 |
| High School Diploma | $39,764 | $20,896 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $48,014 | $27,015 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $29,815 | $36,429 |
| Graduate Degree | $61,500 | $56,782 |
| Total | $41,641 | $25,514 |
Family Income in Polk County
Family Income Brackets in Polk County
According to the Polk County family income data, there are 966 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.2% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 141 families (2.8%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 141 | 2.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 246 | 4.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 407 | 8.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 548 | 10.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 659 | 13.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 966 | 19.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 875 | 17.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 634 | 12.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 196 | 3.9% |
| $200,000+ | 362 | 7.2% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Polk County
5-person families (563 | 11.2%) account for the highest median family income in Polk County with $96,375 per family, while 2-person families (2,938 | 58.4%) have the highest median income of $28,735 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,938 (58.4%) | $57,470 |
| 3-Person Families | 762 (15.1%) | $60,882 |
| 4-Person Families | 625 (12.4%) | $56,438 |
| 5-Person Families | 563 (11.2%) | $96,375 |
| 6-Person Families | 97 (1.9%) | $62,837 |
| 7+ Person Families | 44 (0.9%) | $78,750 |
| Total | 5,029 (100.0%) | $60,528 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Polk County
The median family income in Polk County is $60,528, with families comprising 3+ earners (170) having the highest median family income of $89,583, while families with no earners (1,230) have the lowest median family income of $37,500, accounting for 3.4% and 24.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,230 (24.5%) | $37,500 |
| 1 Earner | 1,533 (30.5%) | $48,281 |
| 2 Earners | 2,096 (41.7%) | $81,250 |
| 3+ Earners | 170 (3.4%) | $89,583 |
| Total | 5,029 (100.0%) | $60,528 |
Household Income in Polk County
Household Income Brackets in Polk County
With 1,397 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Polk County, accounting for 18.1% of all households. In contrast, only 224 households (2.9%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 386 | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 509 | 6.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,011 | 13.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 795 | 10.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,266 | 16.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,397 | 18.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,073 | 13.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 656 | 8.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 224 | 2.9% |
| $200,000+ | 409 | 5.3% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Polk County
The median household income in Polk County is $48,449, with the highest median household income of $58,047 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,670 households (21.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $36,194, with 378 households (4.9%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 378 (4.9%) | $36,194 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,670 (21.6%) | $58,047 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,944 (38.2%) | $57,917 |
| 65+ Years | 2,725 (35.3%) | $41,094 |
| Total | 7,717 (100.0%) | $48,449 |
Poverty in Polk County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Polk County
With 16.0% poverty level for males and 19.5% for females among the residents of Polk County, 16 and 17 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 99 males (38.5%) and 141 females (43.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 190 (34.6%) | 113 (21.7%) |
| 5 Years | 4 (3.9%) | 16 (12.1%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 266 (34.5%) | 141 (19.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 50 (17.8%) | 141 (43.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (6.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 99 (38.5%) | 30 (13.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 139 (18.0%) | 245 (35.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 95 (10.2%) | 235 (24.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 134 (13.1%) | 201 (19.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 190 (16.9%) | 199 (17.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 204 (14.5%) | 251 (17.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 75 (6.1%) | 122 (9.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 53 (6.6%) | 187 (18.6%) |
| Total | 1,499 (16.0%) | 1,894 (19.5%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Polk County
According to the poverty statistics in Polk County, males aged 15 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 93.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 359 (65.4%) | 407 (78.3%) |
| 5 Years | 99 (96.1%) | 116 (87.9%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 506 (65.5%) | 584 (80.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 231 (82.2%) | 187 (57.0%) |
| 15 Years | 125 (100.0%) | 200 (93.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 158 (61.5%) | 188 (86.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 632 (82.0%) | 455 (65.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 836 (89.8%) | 712 (75.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 892 (86.9%) | 817 (80.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 935 (83.1%) | 973 (83.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,199 (85.5%) | 1,210 (82.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,148 (93.9%) | 1,152 (90.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 747 (93.4%) | 819 (81.4%) |
| Total | 7,867 (84.0%) | 7,820 (80.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Polk County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Polk County show that 8.9% or 370 of the total 4,138 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 40.0%, comprising of 8 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 6.5%, which includes 181 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,627 (93.5%) | 181 (6.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 625 (82.8%) | 130 (17.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 504 (90.8%) | 51 (9.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 12 (60.0%) | 8 (40.0%) |
| Total | 3,768 (91.1%) | 370 (8.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Polk County
According to the poverty data in Polk County, 29.1% or 66 single-father households and 41.6% or 276 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 31 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 64 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 16 (14.9%) | 56 (23.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 19 (21.3%) | 148 (42.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 31 (100.0%) | 64 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (66.7%) |
| Total | 66 (29.1%) | 276 (41.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Polk County
The poverty data for Polk County shows that 370 of the married-couple family households (8.9%) and 342 of the single-parent households (38.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (40.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 95 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 181 (6.5%) | 72 (20.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 130 (17.2%) | 167 (38.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 51 (9.2%) | 95 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 8 (40.0%) | 8 (66.7%) |
| Total | 370 (8.9%) | 342 (38.4%) |
Race in Polk County
The most populous races in Polk County are White / Caucasian (17,457 | 90.1%), Hispanic or Latino (1,288 | 6.6%), and Two or more Races (972 | 5.0%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 34 | 0.2% |
| Black / African American | 25 | 0.1% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 39 | 0.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,288 | 6.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 302 | 1.6% |
| White / Caucasian | 17,457 | 90.1% |
| Two or more Races | 972 | 5.0% |
| Some other Race | 555 | 2.9% |
| Total | 19,384 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Polk County
The most populous ancestries reported in Polk County are Irish (2,675 | 13.8%), English (2,389 | 12.3%), German (2,036 | 10.5%), American (1,519 | 7.8%), and Mexican (1,211 | 6.2%), together accounting for 50.7% of all Polk County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 1,519 | 7.8% |
| Apache | 28 | 0.1% |
| Australian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 21 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 1 | 0.0% |
| British | 58 | 0.3% |
| Cajun | 8 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 27 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 391 | 2.0% |
| Choctaw | 340 | 1.8% |
| Colombian | 40 | 0.2% |
| Creek | 35 | 0.2% |
| Croatian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 22 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 31 | 0.2% |
| Delaware | 40 | 0.2% |
| Dutch | 209 | 1.1% |
| Dutch West Indian | 49 | 0.3% |
| Eastern European | 10 | 0.1% |
| English | 2,389 | 12.3% |
| European | 225 | 1.2% |
| Fijian | 39 | 0.2% |
| Finnish | 16 | 0.1% |
| French | 476 | 2.5% |
| French Canadian | 31 | 0.2% |
| German | 2,036 | 10.5% |
| Honduran | 14 | 0.1% |
| Icelander | 27 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 11 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 2,675 | 13.8% |
| Italian | 318 | 1.6% |
| Luxembourger | 6 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 1,211 | 6.2% |
| Mexican American Indian | 17 | 0.1% |
| Navajo | 8 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 2 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 168 | 0.9% |
| Pakistani | 9 | 0.1% |
| Panamanian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Pennsylvania German | 15 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 103 | 0.5% |
| Portuguese | 9 | 0.1% |
| Potawatomi | 21 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 1 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 80 | 0.4% |
| Scandinavian | 19 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 185 | 0.9% |
| Scottish | 176 | 0.9% |
| South African | 16 | 0.1% |
| South American | 40 | 0.2% |
| Spanish | 5 | 0.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 16 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 74 | 0.4% |
| Thai | 34 | 0.2% |
| Tongan | 17 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 28 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 239 | 1.2% |
| Yugoslavian | 3 | 0.0% | View All 59 Rows |
Immigrants in Polk County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Polk County came from Latin America (494 | 2.5%), Central America (461 | 2.4%), Mexico (434 | 2.2%), Canada (72 | 0.4%), and Europe (65 | 0.3%), together accounting for 7.9% of all Polk County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 22 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 18 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 72 | 0.4% |
| Central America | 461 | 2.4% |
| Colombia | 33 | 0.2% |
| El Salvador | 13 | 0.1% |
| England | 8 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 65 | 0.3% |
| France | 14 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 37 | 0.2% |
| Honduras | 14 | 0.1% |
| India | 18 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 494 | 2.5% |
| Mexico | 434 | 2.2% |
| Netherlands | 6 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 8 | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 29 | 0.2% |
| South Africa | 22 | 0.1% |
| South America | 33 | 0.2% |
| South Central Asia | 18 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 57 | 0.3% | View All 21 Rows |
Sex and Age in Polk County
Sex and Age in Polk County
The most populous age groups in Polk County are 60 to 64 Years (728 | 7.7%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (779 | 7.9%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 567 (6.0%) | 533 (5.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 712 (7.5%) | 648 (6.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 523 (5.5%) | 598 (6.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 614 (6.5%) | 665 (6.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 542 (5.7%) | 466 (4.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 500 (5.3%) | 490 (5.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 434 (4.6%) | 457 (4.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 546 (5.7%) | 356 (3.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 494 (5.2%) | 662 (6.7%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 541 (5.7%) | 550 (5.6%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 584 (6.1%) | 631 (6.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 686 (7.2%) | 682 (6.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 728 (7.7%) | 779 (7.9%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 668 (7.0%) | 568 (5.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 555 (5.8%) | 725 (7.3%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 484 (5.1%) | 564 (5.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 177 (1.9%) | 205 (2.1%) |
| 85 Years and over | 153 (1.6%) | 297 (3.0%) |
| Total | 9,508 (100.0%) | 9,876 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Polk County
Median Family Size in Polk County
The median family size in Polk County is 3.10 persons per family, with single male/father families (227 | 4.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.7 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (4,138 | 82.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.02 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,138 (82.3%) | 3.02 |
| Single Male/Father | 227 (4.5%) | 3.70 |
| Single Female/Mother | 664 (13.2%) | 3.38 |
| Total Families | 5,029 (100.0%) | 3.10 |
Median Household Size in Polk County
The median household size in Polk County is 2.49 persons per household, with single male/father households (227 | 2.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.03 persons per household. non-family households (2,688 | 34.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,138 (53.6%) | 3.05 |
| Single Male/Father | 227 (2.9%) | 4.03 |
| Single Female/Mother | 664 (8.6%) | 3.70 |
| Non-family | 2,688 (34.8%) | 1.21 |
| Total Households | 7,717 (100.0%) | 2.49 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Polk County
Out of a total of 7,717 households in Polk County, 5,029 (65.2%) are family households, while 2,688 (34.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,823, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,343.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,343 (30.4%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,823 (36.6%) | 294 (3.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 763 (9.9%) | 7 (0.1%) |
| 4-Person Households | 708 (9.2%) | 41 (0.5%) |
| 5-Person Households | 542 (7.0%) | 3 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 140 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 53 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,029 (65.2%) | 2,688 (34.8%) |
Female Fertility in Polk County
Fertility by Age in Polk County
Average fertility rate in Polk County is 93.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 138.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 55.7% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 78 (22.3%) | 117.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 195 (55.7%) | 138.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 77 (22.0%) | 46.0 |
| Total | 350 (100.0%) | 93.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Polk County
91.4% of women with births (350) in Polk County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 38.5% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 48 (61.5%) | 30 (38.5%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 195 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 77 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 320 (91.4%) | 30 (8.6%) |
Fertility by Education in Polk County
Average fertility rate in Polk County is 93.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 208.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 37.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 46.0% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 82 (23.4%) | 107.0 |
| High School Diploma | 65 (18.6%) | 63.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 161 (46.0%) | 117.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 16 (4.6%) | 37.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 26 (7.4%) | 208.0 |
| Total | 350 (100.0%) | 93.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Polk County
8.6% of women with births in Polk County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 36.6% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 52 (63.4%) | 30 (36.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 65 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 161 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 320 (91.4%) | 30 (8.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Polk County
Employment by Class of Employer in Polk County
Among the 7,479 employed individuals in Polk County, private company employees (4,265 | 57.0%), self-employed (not incorporated) (795 | 10.6%), and state government employees (778 | 10.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 4,265 | 57.0% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 400 | 5.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 795 | 10.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 577 | 7.7% |
| Local Government Employees | 524 | 7.0% |
| State Government Employees | 778 | 10.4% |
| Federal Government Employees | 108 | 1.4% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 32 | 0.4% |
| Total | 7,479 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Polk County
According to the labor force statistics for Polk County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (15,465), 54.6% or 8,444 individuals are in the labor force, with 9.0% or 760 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 87.2% or 777 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 27.0% or 109 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 403 (42.8%) | 109 (27.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 790 (78.4%) | 161 (20.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 797 (80.5%) | 167 (21.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 777 (87.2%) | 39 (5.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,704 (82.8%) | 97 (5.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,845 (80.0%) | 129 (7.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 832 (60.8%) | 46 (5.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 729 (48.4%) | 12 (1.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 458 (18.2%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 103 (5.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8,444 (54.6%) | 760 (9.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Polk County
According to labor force statistics for Polk County, 73.3% of individuals (6,685) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (9,120) are in the labor force, with 7.3% or 488 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 85.3% or 1,248 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.6% or 247 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 656 (60.2%) | 99 (9.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,327 (69.1%) | 357 (10.6%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,455 (76.7%) | 202 (6.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,248 (85.3%) | 32 (2.2%) |
| Total | 6,685 (73.3%) | 666 (7.3%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Polk County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Polk County are Management (808 | 10.5%), Community & Social Service (796 | 10.4%), Education Instruction & Library (572 | 7.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (538 | 7.0%), and Health Technologists (290 | 3.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Polk County, the most male-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (88.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (98.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (83.8%), and Education Instruction & Library (81.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 538 (66.6%) | 270 (33.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 3 (1.7%) | 174 (98.3%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 113 (64.2%) | 63 (35.8%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 87 (88.8%) | 11 (11.2%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 14 (25.5%) | 41 (74.6%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 12 (52.2%) | 11 (47.8%) |
| Community & Social Service | 235 (29.5%) | 561 (70.5%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 108 (53.2%) | 95 (46.8%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 106 (18.5%) | 466 (81.5%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 87 (16.2%) | 451 (83.8%) |
| Health Technologists | 70 (24.1%) | 220 (75.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 976 (39.1%) | 1,519 (60.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,218 (55.0%) | 3,446 (45.0%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Polk County are Food Preparation & Serving (538 | 7.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (470 | 6.1%), Healthcare Support (320 | 4.2%), Security & Protection (111 | 1.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (72 | 0.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Polk County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (88.9%), Security & Protection (69.4%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (63.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (92.2%), and Law Enforcement (66.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 320 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 77 (69.4%) | 34 (30.6%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 64 (88.9%) | 8 (11.1%) |
| Law Enforcement | 13 (33.3%) | 26 (66.7%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 284 (52.8%) | 254 (47.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 300 (63.8%) | 170 (36.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 4 (7.8%) | 47 (92.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 665 (44.6%) | 825 (55.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,218 (55.0%) | 3,446 (45.0%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Polk County are Sales & Related (648 | 8.5%), and Office & Administration (546 | 7.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 314 (48.5%) | 334 (51.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 68 (12.4%) | 478 (87.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 382 (32.0%) | 812 (68.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,218 (55.0%) | 3,446 (45.0%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Polk County are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (459 | 6.0%), Construction & Extraction (424 | 5.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (242 | 3.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 215 (88.8%) | 27 (11.2%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 424 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 459 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,098 (97.6%) | 27 (2.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,218 (55.0%) | 3,446 (45.0%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Polk County are Production (742 | 9.7%), Transportation (373 | 4.9%), and Material Moving (245 | 3.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 586 (79.0%) | 156 (21.0%) |
| Transportation | 330 (88.5%) | 43 (11.5%) |
| Material Moving | 181 (73.9%) | 64 (26.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,097 (80.7%) | 263 (19.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,218 (55.0%) | 3,446 (45.0%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Polk County
Employment Industries in Polk County
The major employment industries in Polk County include Manufacturing (1,187 | 15.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,088 | 14.2%), Retail Trade (1,037 | 13.5%), Educational Services (848 | 11.1%), and Accommodation & Food Services (639 | 8.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Polk County
The Polk County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (96.7%), and Utilities (94.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (92.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (84.7%), and Finance & Insurance (78.5%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 447 (94.1%) | 28 (5.9%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 60 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 533 (96.7%) | 18 (3.3%) |
| Manufacturing | 853 (71.9%) | 334 (28.1%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 49 (40.8%) | 71 (59.2%) |
| Retail Trade | 509 (49.1%) | 528 (50.9%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 320 (85.3%) | 55 (14.7%) |
| Utilities | 82 (94.3%) | 5 (5.8%) |
| Information | 76 (80.8%) | 18 (19.2%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 34 (21.5%) | 124 (78.5%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 7 (8.0%) | 81 (92.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 84 (75.0%) | 28 (25.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 182 (85.9%) | 30 (14.1%) |
| Educational Services | 251 (29.6%) | 597 (70.4%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 166 (15.3%) | 922 (84.7%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 15 (33.3%) | 30 (66.7%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 286 (44.8%) | 353 (55.2%) |
| Public Administration | 67 (37.6%) | 111 (62.4%) |
| Total | 4,218 (55.0%) | 3,446 (45.0%) |
Education in Polk County
School Enrollment in Polk County
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,766 students in Polk County are elementary school (1,012 | 26.9%), high school (895 | 23.8%), and middle school (833 | 22.1%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 199 | 5.3% |
| Kindergarten | 312 | 8.3% |
| Elementary School | 1,012 | 26.9% |
| Middle School | 833 | 22.1% |
| High School | 895 | 23.8% |
| College / Undergraduate | 415 | 11.0% |
| Graduate / Professional | 100 | 2.7% |
| Total | 3,766 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Polk County
Out of a total of 3,766 students who are enrolled in schools in Polk County, 324 (8.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,442 (91.4%) 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 61 (36.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 74 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 108 (63.9%) | 61 (36.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,164 (94.4%) | 69 (5.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 952 (91.4%) | 90 (8.6%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 650 (93.4%) | 46 (6.6%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 198 (96.1%) | 8 (3.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 74 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 86 (82.7%) | 18 (17.3%) |
| 35 Years and over | 211 (87.2%) | 31 (12.8%) |
| Total | 3,442 (91.4%) | 324 (8.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Polk County
Education (684 | 28.7%), business (373 | 15.7%), science & technology (219 | 9.2%), bio, nature & agricultural (208 | 8.7%), and arts & humanities (184 | 7.7%) are the most common fields of study among 2,382 individuals in Polk County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 94 | 4.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 208 | 8.7% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 54 | 2.3% |
| Psychology | 116 | 4.9% |
| Social Sciences | 45 | 1.9% |
| Engineering | 60 | 2.5% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 9 | 0.4% |
| Science & Technology | 219 | 9.2% |
| Business | 373 | 15.7% |
| Education | 684 | 28.7% |
| Literature & Languages | 13 | 0.5% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 75 | 3.2% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 69 | 2.9% |
| Communications | 179 | 7.5% |
| Arts & Humanities | 184 | 7.7% |
| Total | 2,382 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Polk County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Polk County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Polk County are males with 2 vehicles (1,771, accounting for 42.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,766, making up 52.8%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 96 (2.3%) | 70 (2.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 667 (16.2%) | 510 (15.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,771 (42.9%) | 1,766 (52.6%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 934 (22.6%) | 666 (19.9%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 398 (9.7%) | 200 (6.0%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 259 (6.3%) | 142 (4.2%) |
| Total | 4,125 (100.0%) | 3,354 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Polk County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Polk County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,426 commuters, 20.0%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,232 commuters, 17.3%), and 15 to 19 minutes (1,232 commuters, 17.3%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 378 | 5.3% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,426 | 20.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,232 | 17.3% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,232 | 17.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 787 | 11.0% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 447 | 6.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 521 | 7.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 135 | 1.9% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 86 | 1.2% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 482 | 6.8% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 179 | 2.5% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 221 | 3.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Polk County
The most common commute times in Polk County are 15 to 19 minutes (688 commuters, 17.5%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (768 commuters, 24.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 215 (5.5%) | 163 (5.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 658 (16.7%) | 768 (24.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 612 (15.5%) | 620 (19.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 688 (17.5%) | 544 (17.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 474 (12.0%) | 313 (9.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 193 (4.9%) | 254 (8.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 375 (9.5%) | 146 (4.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 59 (1.5%) | 76 (2.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 40 (1.0%) | 46 (1.4%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 288 (7.3%) | 194 (6.1%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 143 (3.6%) | 36 (1.1%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 195 (5.0%) | 26 (0.8%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Polk County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Polk County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (724, 18.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (653, 20.5%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 428 (10.9%) | 136 (4.3%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 199 (5.1%) | 103 (3.2%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 270 (6.9%) | 142 (4.5%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 395 (10.0%) | 377 (11.8%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 456 (11.6%) | 402 (12.6%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 724 (18.4%) | 653 (20.5%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 404 (10.2%) | 620 (19.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 190 (4.8%) | 208 (6.5%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 48 (1.2%) | 51 (1.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 122 (3.1%) | 68 (2.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 103 (2.6%) | 20 (0.6%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 6 (0.2%) | 74 (2.3%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 223 (5.7%) | 122 (3.8%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 372 (9.4%) | 210 (6.6%) |
| Total | 3,940 (100.0%) | 3,186 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Polk County
Occupancy by Ownership in Polk County
Of the total 7,717 dwellings in Polk County, owner-occupied units account for 6,165 (79.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,552 (20.1%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 6,165 | 79.9% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,552 | 20.1% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 7,717 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Polk County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,343 | 30.4% |
| 2-Person Household | 3,117 | 40.4% |
| 3-Person Household | 770 | 10.0% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,487 | 19.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 7,717 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Polk County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,847 (78.8%) | 496 (21.2%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,620 (84.1%) | 497 (15.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 726 (94.3%) | 44 (5.7%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 972 (65.4%) | 515 (34.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 6,165 (79.9%) | 1,552 (20.1%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Polk County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 610 (65.4%) | 322 (34.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,886 (81.4%) | 431 (18.6%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,605 (82.8%) | 540 (17.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,064 (80.4%) | 259 (19.6%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Polk County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,280 | 16.6% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 768 | 10.0% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,182 | 15.3% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,762 | 22.8% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,505 | 19.5% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,002 | 13.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 218 | 2.8% |
| Total | 7,717 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Polk County
Median Income by Occupancy in Polk County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 6,165 (79.9%) | $52,210 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,552 (20.1%) | $37,474 |
| Average | 7,717 (100.0%) | $48,449 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Polk County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 160 (2.6%) | 54 (3.5%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 99 (1.6%) | 69 (4.4%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 293 (4.8%) | 213 (13.7%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 368 (6.0%) | 73 (4.7%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 460 (7.5%) | 111 (7.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 637 (10.3%) | 160 (10.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 993 (16.1%) | 269 (17.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,074 (17.4%) | 325 (20.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 899 (14.6%) | 177 (11.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 577 (9.4%) | 77 (5.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 605 (9.8%) | 24 (1.5%) |
| Total | 6,165 (100.0%) | 1,552 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Polk County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,383 (22.4%) | 111 (7.1%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,491 (24.2%) | 63 (4.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,156 (18.8%) | 624 (40.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 698 (11.3%) | 324 (20.9%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 857 (13.9%) | 151 (9.7%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 385 (6.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 130 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 50 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 15 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,165 (100.0%) | 1,552 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Polk County
Housing Structures in Polk County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,831 | 75.6% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 133 | 1.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 42 | 0.5% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 86 | 1.1% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 28 | 0.4% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 134 | 1.7% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,463 | 19.0% |
| Total | 7,717 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Polk County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,928 (84.5%) | 903 (15.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 57 (42.9%) | 76 (57.1%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 42 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 7 (8.1%) | 79 (91.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 6 (4.5%) | 128 (95.5%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,167 (79.8%) | 296 (20.2%) |
| Total | 6,165 (79.9%) | 1,552 (20.1%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Polk County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 47 (0.8%) | 38 (2.5%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 271 (4.4%) | 207 (13.3%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,296 (37.2%) | 789 (50.8%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,436 (39.5%) | 452 (29.1%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,115 (18.1%) | 66 (4.3%) |
| Total | 6,165 (100.0%) | 1,552 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Polk County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,113 (18.0%) | 381 (24.5%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 832 (13.5%) | 59 (3.8%) |
| Electricity | 3,045 (49.4%) | 977 (62.9%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 27 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 1,100 (17.8%) | 129 (8.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 48 (0.8%) | 6 (0.4%) |
| Total | 6,165 (100.0%) | 1,552 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Polk County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 242 (3.9%) | 169 (10.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,476 (23.9%) | 528 (34.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,793 (45.3%) | 628 (40.5%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,654 (26.8%) | 227 (14.6%) |
| Total | 6,165 (100.0%) | 1,552 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Polk County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Polk County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 3,698 | 2,467 |
| Median Property Value | $106,100 | $135,400 |
| Median Household Income | $45,038 | $293 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $346 | $9 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $511 | $128 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Polk County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 877 (23.7%) | 252 (10.2%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 898 (24.3%) | 652 (26.4%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,609 (43.5%) | 1,265 (51.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 170 (4.6%) | 258 (10.5%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 111 (3.0%) | 39 (1.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 16 (0.4%) | 1 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 17 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,698 (100.0%) | 2,467 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Polk County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 212 (5.7%) | 16 (0.6%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 886 (24.0%) | 47 (1.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 364 (9.8%) | 235 (9.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 528 (14.3%) | 273 (11.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 727 (19.7%) | 465 (18.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 404 (10.9%) | 347 (14.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 265 (7.2%) | 495 (20.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 312 (8.4%) | 312 (12.7%) |
| Total | 3,698 (100.0%) | 2,467 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Polk County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,683 (45.5%) | 65,462 (2,653.5%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 634 (17.1%) | 1,315 (53.3%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 334 (9.0%) | 404 (16.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 995 (26.9%) | 248 (10.1%) |
| Total | 3,698 (100.0%) | 2,467 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Polk County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 2,279 (61.6%) | 9 (0.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 665 (18.0%) | 1,471 (59.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 320 (8.6%) | 622 (25.2%) |
| Total | 3,698 (100.0%) | 2,467 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Polk County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Polk County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,314 (98.4%) | 21 (1.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,176 (96.9%) | 101 (3.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,021 (74.1%) | 357 (25.9%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,284 (73.3%) | 469 (26.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,755 (86.2%) | 280 (13.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,945 (85.0%) | 344 (15.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,628 (91.8%) | 236 (8.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,475 (99.1%) | 22 (0.9%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,806 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 17,404 (90.5%) | 1,830 (9.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Polk County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,314 (98.4%) | 21 (1.6%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,176 (96.9%) | 101 (3.1%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,021 (74.1%) | 357 (25.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Polk County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,947 (91.3%) | 280 (8.7%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 4,021 (87.1%) | 595 (12.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,286 (85.3%) | 565 (14.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,974 (90.6%) | 309 (9.4%) |
| $100,000 and over | 4,163 (98.1%) | 81 (1.9%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Polk County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,096 (82.1%) | 291 (21.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,717 (52.4%) | 1,607 (49.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 568 (41.2%) | 592 (43.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 516 (29.4%) | 849 (48.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 395 (19.4%) | 1,389 (68.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 640 (28.0%) | 1,371 (59.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,046 (36.5%) | 1,848 (64.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,442 (97.8%) | 1,407 (56.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,797 (99.5%) | 1,019 (56.4%) |
| Total | 10,217 (53.1%) | 10,373 (53.9%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Polk County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 81 (5.0%) | 28 (1.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 274 (16.1%) | 275 (16.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 732 (20.7%) | 992 (27.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 492 (40.2%) | 368 (28.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 511 (63.9%) | 455 (45.2%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Polk County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 27 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 13 (0.8%) | 13 (0.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 212 (6.0%) | 140 (3.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 256 (20.9%) | 91 (7.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 348 (43.5%) | 137 (13.6%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 42 (2.6%) | 28 (1.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 9 (0.5%) | 127 (7.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 133 (3.8%) | 368 (10.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 107 (8.7%) | 29 (2.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 136 (17.0%) | 130 (12.9%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 39 (2.4%) | 28 (1.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 235 (13.8%) | 78 (4.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 257 (7.3%) | 211 (5.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 61 (5.0%) | 17 (1.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 116 (14.5%) | 174 (17.3%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 8 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 107 (6.3%) | 19 (1.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 456 (12.9%) | 569 (15.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 177 (14.5%) | 311 (24.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 336 (42.0%) | 322 (32.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 26 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 82 (4.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 233 (6.6%) | 201 (5.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 98 (8.0%) | 147 (11.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 63 (7.9%) | 160 (15.9%) |
Technology Access in Polk County
Computing Device Access in Polk County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 4,782 | 62.0% |
| Smartphone | 6,036 | 78.2% |
| Tablet | 3,482 | 45.1% |
| No Computing Device | 840 | 10.9% |
| Total | 7,717 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Polk County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 104 | 1.3% |
| Broadband Home | 2,838 | 36.8% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,727 | 22.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,422 | 18.4% |
| No Internet | 1,701 | 22.0% |
| Total | 7,717 | 100.0% |
Polk County Summary
Polk County, Arkansas is located in the Ouachita Mountains region of the state and is bordered by Scott County to the north, Montgomery County to the east, Sevier County to the south, and Howard County to the west. The county seat is Mena, and the county has a total area of 602 square miles. As of the 2010 census, the population was 20,662.
History
Polk County was established in 1844 and named after James K. Polk, the 11th President of the United States. The county was originally part of Sevier County, but was split off in 1844. The first settlers in the area were mostly farmers and ranchers, and the county was largely rural until the early 20th century.
In the early 1900s, the timber industry began to boom in the area, and the population began to grow. The timber industry was the main source of employment in the county until the 1950s, when the oil and gas industry began to take off. The county has since become a major producer of oil and gas, and the industry is still a major employer in the area.
Geography
Polk County is located in the Ouachita Mountains region of Arkansas. The county is mostly mountainous, with the highest point being Rich Mountain at 2,681 feet. The county is drained by the Ouachita River and its tributaries, including the Cossatot River, the Fourche La Fave River, and the Petit Jean River. The county is mostly forested, with the majority of the land being used for timber production.
Economy
The economy of Polk County is largely based on the oil and gas industry, which is the largest employer in the county. Other major industries in the county include timber production, manufacturing, and tourism. The county is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Polk County was 20,662. The population is mostly white (90.3%), with small percentages of African American (4.2%), Native American (1.2%), Asian (0.5%), and other races (3.8%). The median household income in the county is $37,845, and the median age is 41.7 years.
Conclusion
Polk County, Arkansas is a rural county located in the Ouachita Mountains region of the state. The county is largely forested and is home to a booming oil and gas industry. The population of the county is mostly white, and the median household income is $37,845. The county is a major producer of oil and gas, and the industry is still a major employer in the area.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Polk County?
Per Capita income in Polk County is $30,395.
What is the Median Family Income in Polk County?
Median Family Income in Polk County is $60,528.
What is the Median Household income in Polk County?
Median Household Income in Polk County is $48,449.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Polk County?
Income or Wage Gap in Polk County is 39.4%.
Women in Polk County earn 60.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Polk County?
Family Income Deficit in Polk County is $8,998.
Families that are below poverty line in Polk County earn $8,998 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Polk County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Polk County is 0.50.
What is the Total Population of Polk County?
Total Population of Polk County is 19,384.
What is the Total Male Population of Polk County?
Total Male Population of Polk County is 9,508.
What is the Total Female Population of Polk County?
Total Female Population of Polk County is 9,876.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Polk County?
There are 96.27 Males per 100 Females in Polk County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Polk County?
There are 103.87 Females per 100 Males in Polk County.
What is the Median Population Age in Polk County?
Median Population Age in Polk County is 44.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Polk County
Average Family Size in Polk County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Polk County
Average Household Size in Polk County is 2.5 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Polk County?
There are 8,444 People in the Labor Forcein in Polk County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Polk County?
54.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Polk County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Polk County?
Unemployment Rate in Polk County is 9.0%.