Van Buren, AR

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Van Buren Overview

23,398
TOTAL POPULATION
11,075
MALE POPULATION
12,323
FEMALE POPULATION
89.87
MALES / 100 FEMALES
111.27
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,609
PER CAPITA INCOME
$64,716
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$56,493
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
36.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
63.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$13,279
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
10,800
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Van Buren Zip Codes

Van Buren Area Codes

Race in Van Buren

The most populous races in Van Buren are White / Caucasian (18,693 | 79.9%), Hispanic or Latino (3,637 | 15.5%), and Two or more Races (2,441 | 10.4%).
Race in Van Buren
Race# Population% Population
Asian5842.5%
Black / African American4131.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino3,63715.5%
Native / Alaskan1850.8%
White / Caucasian18,69379.9%
Two or more Races2,44110.4%
Some other Race1,0824.6%
Total23,398100.0%

Ancestry in Van Buren

The most populous ancestries reported in Van Buren are American (3,735 | 16.0%), Irish (2,979 | 12.7%), English (2,593 | 11.1%), German (2,320 | 9.9%), and Central American (2,022 | 8.6%), together accounting for 58.3% of all Van Buren residents.
Ancestry in Van Buren
Ancestry# Population% Population
Albanian80.0%
American3,73516.0%
Arab1640.7%
Armenian1820.8%
Austrian210.1%
Belgian250.1%
Blackfeet190.1%
British1780.8%
Burmese150.1%
Central American2,0228.6%
Cherokee4942.1%
Chickasaw100.0%
Choctaw900.4%
Creek100.0%
Cuban590.3%
Czech590.3%
Dutch2391.0%
Eastern European200.1%
Egyptian1320.6%
English2,59311.1%
European1730.7%
French2361.0%
French Canadian1200.5%
German2,3209.9%
Greek870.4%
Guatemalan2781.2%
Honduran660.3%
Indian (Asian)100.0%
Inupiat170.1%
Irish2,97912.7%
Italian3651.6%
Jordanian90.0%
Korean600.3%
Lebanese120.1%
Lithuanian80.0%
Malaysian3681.6%
Mexican1,3075.6%
Navajo200.1%
Nicaraguan200.1%
Northern European80.0%
Norwegian990.4%
Pakistani950.4%
Polish2841.2%
Portuguese200.1%
Potawatomi70.0%
Pueblo10.0%
Puerto Rican890.4%
Russian250.1%
Salvadoran1,6587.1%
Scandinavian240.1%
Scotch-Irish1690.7%
Scottish2751.2%
Senegalese1320.6%
Sioux210.1%
Spaniard630.3%
Spanish460.2%
Sri Lankan580.3%
Subsaharan African1320.6%
Swedish970.4%
Swiss580.3%
Ukrainian30.0%
Welsh1110.5%
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Immigrants in Van Buren

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Van Buren came from Latin America (1,380 | 5.9%), Central America (1,325 | 5.7%), El Salvador (823 | 3.5%), Asia (407 | 1.7%), and Mexico (323 | 1.4%), together accounting for 18.2% of all Van Buren residents.
Immigrants in Van Buren
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia4071.7%
Central America1,3255.7%
China90.0%
Eastern Asia170.1%
Eastern Europe80.0%
El Salvador8233.5%
Europe1220.5%
Germany710.3%
Guatemala1430.6%
Honduras360.2%
Jordan90.0%
Korea80.0%
Kuwait490.2%
Laos1970.8%
Latin America1,3805.9%
Mexico3231.4%
Northern Europe430.2%
Pakistan310.1%
Peru550.2%
Philippines370.2%
South America550.2%
South Central Asia310.1%
South Eastern Asia3011.3%
Taiwan50.0%
Vietnam670.3%
Western Asia580.3%
Western Europe710.3%
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Sex and Age in Van Buren

Sex and Age in Van Buren

The most populous age groups in Van Buren are 25 to 29 Years (1,092 | 9.9%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (1,164 | 9.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Van Buren
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years618 (5.6%)845 (6.9%)
5 to 9 Years554 (5.0%)759 (6.2%)
10 to 14 Years1,010 (9.1%)792 (6.4%)
15 to 19 Years635 (5.7%)514 (4.2%)
20 to 24 Years505 (4.6%)997 (8.1%)
25 to 29 Years1,092 (9.9%)727 (5.9%)
30 to 34 Years1,036 (9.3%)1,164 (9.5%)
35 to 39 Years579 (5.2%)774 (6.3%)
40 to 44 Years834 (7.5%)526 (4.3%)
45 to 49 Years488 (4.4%)778 (6.3%)
50 to 54 Years832 (7.5%)791 (6.4%)
55 to 59 Years672 (6.1%)687 (5.6%)
60 to 64 Years608 (5.5%)542 (4.4%)
65 to 69 Years428 (3.9%)732 (5.9%)
70 to 74 Years575 (5.2%)561 (4.5%)
75 to 79 Years283 (2.6%)599 (4.9%)
80 to 84 Years239 (2.2%)257 (2.1%)
85 Years and over87 (0.8%)278 (2.3%)
Total11,075 (100.0%)12,323 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Van Buren

Median Family Size in Van Buren

The median family size in Van Buren is 2.99 persons per family, with married-couple families (4,298 | 68.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.05 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (1,362 | 21.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.87 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Van Buren
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple4,298 (68.3%)3.05
Single Male/Father633 (10.1%)2.89
Single Female/Mother1,362 (21.6%)2.87
Total Families6,293 (100.0%)2.99

Median Household Size in Van Buren

The median household size in Van Buren is 2.58 persons per household, with single male/father households (633 | 7.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.39 persons per household. non-family households (2,630 | 29.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Van Buren
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple4,298 (48.2%)3.07
Single Male/Father633 (7.1%)3.39
Single Female/Mother1,362 (15.3%)3.30
Non-family2,630 (29.5%)1.20
Total Households8,923 (100.0%)2.58

Household Size by Marriage Status in Van Buren

Out of a total of 8,923 households in Van Buren, 6,293 (70.5%) are family households, while 2,630 (29.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,791, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,207.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Van Buren
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-2,207 (24.7%)
2-Person Households2,791 (31.3%)392 (4.4%)
3-Person Households1,518 (17.0%)31 (0.4%)
4-Person Households1,061 (11.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households569 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households241 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households113 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,293 (70.5%)2,630 (29.5%)

Female Fertility in Van Buren

Fertility by Age in Van Buren

Average fertility rate in Van Buren is 91.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 163.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 93.1% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Van Buren
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years471 (93.1%)163.0
35 to 50 years35 (6.9%)16.0
Total506 (100.0%)91.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Van Buren

43.1% of women with births (506) in Van Buren are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 61.2% 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.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Van Buren
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years183 (38.9%)288 (61.2%)
35 to 50 years35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total218 (43.1%)288 (56.9%)

Fertility by Education in Van Buren

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Van Buren
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School17 (3.4%)20.0
High School Diploma239 (47.2%)139.0
College or Associate's Degree198 (39.1%)98.0
Bachelor's Degree52 (10.3%)77.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total506 (100.0%)91.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Van Buren

56.9% of women with births in Van Buren are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree 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 70.6% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Van Buren
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School5 (29.4%)12 (70.6%)
High School Diploma86 (36.0%)153 (64.0%)
College or Associate's Degree75 (37.9%)123 (62.1%)
Bachelor's Degree52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total218 (43.1%)288 (56.9%)

Income in Van Buren

Income Overview in Van Buren

Per Capita Income in Van Buren is $29,609, while median incomes of families and households are $64,716 and $56,493 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income23,398$29,609
Median Family Income6,293$64,716
Mean Family Income6,293$76,677
Median Household Income8,923$56,493
Mean Household Income8,923$73,814
Income Deficit6,293$13,279
Wage / Income Gap (%)23,39836.16%
Wage / Income Gap ($)23,39863.84¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index23,3980.46

Earnings by Sex in Van Buren

Average Earnings in Van Buren are $32,952, $40,331 for men and $25,747 for women, a difference of 36.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Van Buren
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male6,096 (53.6%)$40,331
Female5,271 (46.4%)$25,747
Total11,367 (100.0%)$32,952

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Van Buren

The most common earnings brackets in Van Buren are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (792 | 13.0%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (597 | 11.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Van Buren
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less298 (4.9%)320 (6.1%)
$2,500 to $4,999175 (2.9%)487 (9.2%)
$5,000 to $7,499116 (1.9%)379 (7.2%)
$7,500 to $9,99986 (1.4%)282 (5.3%)
$10,000 to $12,499226 (3.7%)126 (2.4%)
$12,500 to $14,999211 (3.5%)119 (2.3%)
$15,000 to $17,499143 (2.4%)80 (1.5%)
$17,500 to $19,99983 (1.4%)172 (3.3%)
$20,000 to $22,499161 (2.6%)241 (4.6%)
$22,500 to $24,999227 (3.7%)347 (6.6%)
$25,000 to $29,999437 (7.2%)597 (11.3%)
$30,000 to $34,999453 (7.4%)323 (6.1%)
$35,000 to $39,999397 (6.5%)250 (4.7%)
$40,000 to $44,999453 (7.4%)317 (6.0%)
$45,000 to $49,999255 (4.2%)260 (4.9%)
$50,000 to $54,999235 (3.8%)77 (1.5%)
$55,000 to $64,999792 (13.0%)439 (8.3%)
$65,000 to $74,999150 (2.5%)209 (4.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999682 (11.2%)145 (2.8%)
$100,000+516 (8.5%)101 (1.9%)
Total6,096 (100.0%)5,271 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Van Buren

Average earnings in Van Buren are $42,938 for men and $28,372 for women, a difference of 33.9%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $75,366, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $28,558. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $58,300, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $22,500.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Van Buren
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$28,558$22,500
High School Diploma$43,315$25,311
College or Associate's Degree$40,420$28,406
Bachelor's Degree$75,366$44,447
Graduate Degree$64,453$58,300
Total$42,938$28,372

Family Income in Van Buren

Family Income Brackets in Van Buren

According to the Van Buren family income data, there are 1,202 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.1% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 195 families (3.1%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Van Buren
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0003465.5%
$10,000 to $14,9991953.1%
$15,000 to $24,9993595.7%
$25,000 to $34,9995859.3%
$35,000 to $49,99989414.2%
$50,000 to $74,9991,20219.1%
$75,000 to $99,9991,15218.3%
$100,000 to $149,9991,00115.9%
$150,000 to $199,9993715.9%
$200,000+2013.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Van Buren

4-person families (963 | 15.3%) account for the highest median family income in Van Buren with $102,660 per family, while 2-person families (3,186 | 50.6%) have the highest median income of $30,644 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Van Buren
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families3,186 (50.6%)$61,288
3-Person Families1,321 (21.0%)$55,769
4-Person Families963 (15.3%)$102,660
5-Person Families520 (8.3%)$81,667
6-Person Families198 (3.2%)$0
7+ Person Families105 (1.7%)$53,491
Total6,293 (100.0%)$64,716

Family Income by Number of Earners in Van Buren

The median family income in Van Buren is $64,716, with families comprising 3+ earners (482) having the highest median family income of $94,063, while families with no earners (1,143) have the lowest median family income of $41,985, accounting for 7.7% and 18.2% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Van Buren
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,143 (18.2%)$41,985
1 Earner2,348 (37.3%)$51,081
2 Earners2,320 (36.9%)$81,301
3+ Earners482 (7.7%)$94,063
Total6,293 (100.0%)$64,716

Household Income in Van Buren

Household Income Brackets in Van Buren

With 1,847 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Van Buren, accounting for 20.7% of all households. In contrast, only 259 households (2.9%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Van Buren
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0006607.4%
$10,000 to $14,9994915.5%
$15,000 to $24,9995896.6%
$25,000 to $34,99990110.1%
$35,000 to $49,9991,36515.3%
$50,000 to $74,9991,84720.7%
$75,000 to $99,9991,32114.8%
$100,000 to $149,9991,09812.3%
$150,000 to $199,9994024.5%
$200,000+2592.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Van Buren

The median household income in Van Buren is $56,493, with the highest median household income of $60,127 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,156 households (35.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $55,138, with 2,294 households (25.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Van Buren
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years445 (5.0%)$57,863
25 to 44 Years3,028 (33.9%)$55,988
45 to 64 Years3,156 (35.4%)$60,127
65+ Years2,294 (25.7%)$55,138
Total8,923 (100.0%)$56,493

Poverty in Van Buren

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Van Buren

With 15.8% poverty level for males and 21.8% for females among the residents of Van Buren, 16 and 17 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 91 males (36.7%) and 60 females (50.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Van Buren
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years203 (32.9%)258 (30.5%)
5 Years26 (20.3%)60 (50.4%)
6 to 11 Years181 (28.5%)198 (20.2%)
12 to 14 Years249 (35.4%)142 (33.1%)
15 Years36 (21.3%)9 (5.7%)
16 and 17 Years91 (36.7%)19 (10.5%)
18 to 24 Years181 (25.0%)369 (31.5%)
25 to 34 Years236 (11.1%)492 (26.0%)
35 to 44 Years171 (12.1%)242 (18.8%)
45 to 54 Years103 (7.8%)269 (17.1%)
55 to 64 Years143 (11.3%)378 (30.9%)
65 to 74 Years81 (8.3%)113 (8.9%)
75 Years and over7 (1.3%)84 (9.0%)
Total1,708 (15.8%)2,633 (21.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Van Buren

According to the poverty statistics in Van Buren, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 98.7% of males and 94.3% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Van Buren
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years415 (67.1%)587 (69.5%)
5 Years102 (79.7%)59 (49.6%)
6 to 11 Years454 (71.5%)781 (79.8%)
12 to 14 Years454 (64.6%)287 (66.9%)
15 Years133 (78.7%)148 (94.3%)
16 and 17 Years157 (63.3%)162 (89.5%)
18 to 24 Years542 (75.0%)804 (68.5%)
25 to 34 Years1,892 (88.9%)1,399 (74.0%)
35 to 44 Years1,242 (87.9%)1,043 (81.2%)
45 to 54 Years1,211 (92.2%)1,300 (82.9%)
55 to 64 Years1,119 (88.7%)847 (69.1%)
65 to 74 Years893 (91.7%)1,161 (91.1%)
75 Years and over520 (98.7%)846 (91.0%)
Total9,134 (84.3%)9,424 (78.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Van Buren

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Van Buren show that 5.0% or 214 of the total 4,298 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 60.0%, comprising of 30 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.5%, which includes 65 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Van Buren
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children2,557 (97.5%)65 (2.5%)
1 or 2 Children1,111 (95.9%)48 (4.1%)
3 or 4 Children396 (84.8%)71 (15.2%)
5 or more Children20 (40.0%)30 (60.0%)
Total4,084 (95.0%)214 (5.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Van Buren

According to the poverty data in Van Buren, 13.0% or 82 single-father households and 34.0% or 463 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 26 households (68.4%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 75 households (83.3%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Van Buren
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children23 (10.6%)8 (1.8%)
1 or 2 Children33 (8.7%)358 (46.1%)
3 or 4 Children26 (68.4%)75 (83.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)22 (43.1%)
Total82 (13.0%)463 (34.0%)

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

The poverty data for Van Buren shows that 214 of the married-couple family households (5.0%) and 545 of the single-parent households (27.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 30 households (60.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 101 household (78.9%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Van Buren
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children65 (2.5%)31 (4.7%)
1 or 2 Children48 (4.1%)391 (33.9%)
3 or 4 Children71 (15.2%)101 (78.9%)
5 or more Children30 (60.0%)22 (43.1%)
Total214 (5.0%)545 (27.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Van Buren

Employment by Class of Employer in Van Buren

Among the 9,578 employed individuals in Van Buren, private company employees (7,002 | 73.1%), not-for-profit organizations (698 | 7.3%), and local government employees (488 | 5.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Van Buren
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees7,00273.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)4444.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)4294.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations6987.3%
Local Government Employees4885.1%
State Government Employees2742.9%
Federal Government Employees1771.8%
Unpaid Family Workers660.7%
Total9,578100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Van Buren

According to the labor force statistics for Van Buren, out of the total population over 16 years of age (18,494), 58.4% or 10,800 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.9% or 853 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 83.5% or 2,265 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.0% or 61 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Van Buren
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years359 (43.6%)61 (17.0%)
20 to 24 Years1,005 (66.9%)150 (14.9%)
25 to 29 Years1,372 (75.4%)180 (13.1%)
30 to 34 Years1,571 (71.4%)184 (11.7%)
35 to 44 Years2,265 (83.5%)104 (4.6%)
45 to 54 Years2,271 (78.6%)89 (3.9%)
55 to 59 Years733 (53.9%)33 (4.5%)
60 to 64 Years499 (43.4%)17 (3.4%)
65 to 74 Years540 (23.5%)26 (4.8%)
75 Years and over180 (10.3%)8 (4.5%)
Total10,800 (58.4%)853 (7.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Van Buren

According to labor force statistics for Van Buren, 71.8% of individuals (8,709) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (12,130) are in the labor force, with 6.9% or 601 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 87.2% or 1,987 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 13.8% or 159 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Van Buren
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School1,149 (59.8%)265 (13.8%)
High School Diploma2,764 (67.5%)225 (5.5%)
College / Associate Degree2,811 (73.3%)203 (5.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,987 (87.2%)162 (7.1%)
Total8,709 (71.8%)837 (6.9%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Van Buren

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Van Buren are Community & Social Service (943 | 9.5%), Management (739 | 7.4%), Education Instruction & Library (662 | 6.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (662 | 6.7%), and Health Technologists (448 | 4.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Van Buren

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Van Buren, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (93.5%), and Architecture & Engineering (87.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Business & Financial (77.2%), and Health Technologists (73.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Van Buren
OccupationMaleFemale
Management468 (63.3%)271 (36.7%)
Business & Financial43 (22.8%)146 (77.2%)
Computers, Engineering & Science312 (77.0%)93 (23.0%)
Computers & Mathematics137 (64.0%)77 (36.0%)
Architecture & Engineering116 (87.9%)16 (12.1%)
Life, Physical & Social Science59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 442 (46.9%)501 (53.1%)
Education, Arts & Media157 (65.1%)84 (34.8%)
Legal Services & Support29 (93.5%)2 (6.5%)
Education Instruction & Library256 (38.7%)406 (61.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating178 (26.9%)484 (73.1%)
Health Technologists119 (26.6%)329 (73.4%)
Total (Category)1,443 (49.1%)1,495 (50.9%)
Total (Overall)5,436 (54.8%)4,490 (45.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Van Buren are Healthcare Support (572 | 5.8%), Food Preparation & Serving (560 | 5.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (438 | 4.4%), Personal Care & Service (327 | 3.3%), and Security & Protection (127 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations in Van Buren

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Van Buren, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (79.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (96.3%), Personal Care & Service (82.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (54.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Van Buren
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support21 (3.7%)551 (96.3%)
Security & Protection101 (79.5%)26 (20.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention22 (45.8%)26 (54.2%)
Law Enforcement79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving280 (50.0%)280 (50.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance216 (49.3%)222 (50.7%)
Personal Care & Service59 (18.0%)268 (82.0%)
Total (Category)677 (33.5%)1,347 (66.5%)
Total (Overall)5,436 (54.8%)4,490 (45.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Van Buren are Sales & Related (933 | 9.4%), and Office & Administration (721 | 7.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Van Buren

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Van Buren
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related336 (36.0%)597 (64.0%)
Office & Administration109 (15.1%)612 (84.9%)
Total (Category)445 (26.9%)1,209 (73.1%)
Total (Overall)5,436 (54.8%)4,490 (45.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Van Buren are Construction & Extraction (739 | 7.4%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (301 | 3.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (9 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Van Buren

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Van Buren
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction739 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair301 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)1,049 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)5,436 (54.8%)4,490 (45.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Van Buren are Production (1,256 | 12.7%), Material Moving (706 | 7.1%), and Transportation (299 | 3.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Van Buren

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Van Buren
OccupationMaleFemale
Production924 (73.6%)332 (26.4%)
Transportation291 (97.3%)8 (2.7%)
Material Moving607 (86.0%)99 (14.0%)
Total (Category)1,822 (80.6%)439 (19.4%)
Total (Overall)5,436 (54.8%)4,490 (45.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Van Buren

Employment Industries in Van Buren

The major employment industries in Van Buren include Manufacturing (2,026 | 20.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,569 | 15.8%), Retail Trade (943 | 9.5%), Accommodation & Food Services (825 | 8.3%), and Educational Services (802 | 8.1%).
Employment Industries in Van Buren

Employment Industries by Sex in Van Buren

The Van Buren industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (94.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (78.4%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (67.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Van Buren
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting14 (63.6%)8 (36.4%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction716 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing1,555 (76.7%)471 (23.3%)
Wholesale Trade196 (86.0%)32 (14.0%)
Retail Trade390 (41.4%)553 (58.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing322 (88.0%)44 (12.0%)
Utilities96 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information15 (46.9%)17 (53.1%)
Finance & Insurance6 (5.3%)108 (94.7%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing63 (38.2%)102 (61.8%)
Professional & Scientific121 (33.1%)245 (66.9%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support348 (58.8%)244 (41.2%)
Educational Services276 (34.4%)526 (65.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance339 (21.6%)1,230 (78.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation30 (32.6%)62 (67.4%)
Accommodation & Food Services392 (47.5%)433 (52.5%)
Public Administration174 (72.2%)67 (27.8%)
Total5,436 (54.8%)4,490 (45.2%)

Education in Van Buren

School Enrollment in Van Buren

The most common levels of schooling among the 4,594 students in Van Buren are middle school (1,343 | 29.2%), elementary school (1,039 | 22.6%), and high school (875 | 19.1%).
School Enrollment in Van Buren
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool2545.5%
Kindergarten2034.4%
Elementary School1,03922.6%
Middle School1,34329.2%
High School87519.1%
College / Undergraduate76216.6%
Graduate / Professional1182.6%
Total4,594100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Van Buren

Out of a total of 4,594 students who are enrolled in schools in Van Buren, 225 (4.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,369 (95.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 33 (13.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 35 years and over has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 109 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Van Buren
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds171 (87.2%)25 (12.8%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,158 (97.9%)25 (2.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,458 (94.3%)88 (5.7%)
15 to 17 Year Olds651 (98.5%)10 (1.5%)
18 to 19 Year Olds209 (86.4%)33 (13.6%)
20 to 24 Year Olds298 (95.8%)13 (4.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds315 (91.0%)31 (9.0%)
35 Years and over109 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,369 (95.1%)225 (4.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Van Buren

Education (958 | 25.4%), business (721 | 19.1%), science & technology (402 | 10.6%), engineering (252 | 6.7%), and arts & humanities (225 | 5.9%) are the most common fields of study among 3,779 individuals in Van Buren who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Van Buren
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1042.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1955.2%
Physical & Health Sciences1504.0%
Psychology2125.6%
Social Sciences1283.4%
Engineering2526.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology40210.6%
Business72119.1%
Education95825.4%
Literature & Languages270.7%
Liberal Arts & History1403.7%
Visual & Performing Arts1644.3%
Communications1012.7%
Arts & Humanities2255.9%
Total3,779100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Van Buren

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Van Buren

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Van Buren are males with 2 vehicles (2,381, accounting for 45.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,634, making up 54.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Van Buren
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle86 (1.7%)56 (1.3%)
1 Vehicle1,122 (21.5%)1,263 (29.0%)
2 Vehicles2,381 (45.7%)1,634 (37.5%)
3 Vehicles1,011 (19.4%)972 (22.3%)
4 Vehicles506 (9.7%)326 (7.5%)
5 or more Vehicles110 (2.1%)108 (2.5%)
Total5,216 (100.0%)4,359 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Van Buren

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Van Buren are 20 to 24 minutes (1,942 commuters, 21.0%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,708 commuters, 18.4%), and 15 to 19 minutes (1,648 commuters, 17.8%).
Commute Time in Van Buren
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes3543.8%
5 to 9 Minutes1,21513.1%
10 to 14 Minutes1,70818.4%
15 to 19 Minutes1,64817.8%
20 to 24 Minutes1,94221.0%
25 to 29 Minutes8889.6%
30 to 34 Minutes8939.6%
35 to 39 Minutes1071.1%
40 to 44 Minutes740.8%
45 to 59 Minutes991.1%
60 to 89 Minutes2592.8%
90 or more Minutes780.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Van Buren

The most common commute times in Van Buren are 20 to 24 minutes (968 commuters, 18.9%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (974 commuters, 23.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Van Buren
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes86 (1.7%)268 (6.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes697 (13.6%)518 (12.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes949 (18.6%)759 (18.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes909 (17.8%)739 (17.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes968 (18.9%)974 (23.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes513 (10.0%)375 (9.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes520 (10.2%)373 (9.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes95 (1.9%)12 (0.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes25 (0.5%)49 (1.2%)
45 to 59 Minutes69 (1.3%)30 (0.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes221 (4.3%)38 (0.9%)
90 or more Minutes62 (1.2%)16 (0.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Van Buren

The most frequent times of departure to work in Van Buren are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (936, 18.3%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (758, 18.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Van Buren
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM208 (4.1%)182 (4.4%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM468 (9.1%)173 (4.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM362 (7.1%)182 (4.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM309 (6.0%)162 (3.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM665 (13.0%)448 (10.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM936 (18.3%)636 (15.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM416 (8.1%)758 (18.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM413 (8.1%)376 (9.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM142 (2.8%)36 (0.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM257 (5.0%)175 (4.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM55 (1.1%)217 (5.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM53 (1.0%)84 (2.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM172 (3.4%)351 (8.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM658 (12.9%)371 (8.9%)
Total5,114 (100.0%)4,151 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Van Buren

Occupancy by Ownership in Van Buren

Of the total 8,923 dwellings in Van Buren, owner-occupied units account for 5,741 (64.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 3,182 (35.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Van Buren
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units5,74164.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units3,18235.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units8,923100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Van Buren

Occupancy by Household Size in Van Buren
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household2,20724.7%
2-Person Household3,18335.7%
3-Person Household1,54917.4%
4+ Person Household1,98422.2%
Total Housing Units8,923100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Van Buren

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Van Buren
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,099 (49.8%)1,108 (50.2%)
2-Person Household2,323 (73.0%)860 (27.0%)
3-Person Household921 (59.5%)628 (40.5%)
4+ Person Household1,398 (70.5%)586 (29.5%)
Total Housing Units5,741 (64.3%)3,182 (35.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Van Buren

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Van Buren
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School472 (39.8%)713 (60.2%)
High School Diploma1,767 (59.7%)1,191 (40.3%)
College/Associate Degree1,650 (63.9%)932 (36.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,852 (84.3%)346 (15.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Van Buren

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Van Buren
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2,13123.9%
35 to 44 Years1,34215.0%
45 to 54 Years1,78620.0%
55 to 64 Years1,37015.3%
65 to 74 Years1,33515.0%
75 to 84 Years7908.8%
85 Years and Over1691.9%
Total8,923100.0%

Housing Finances in Van Buren

Median Income by Occupancy in Van Buren

Median Income by Occupancy in Van Buren
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied5,741 (64.3%)$69,861
Renter-Occupied3,182 (35.7%)$32,185
Average8,923 (100.0%)$56,493

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Van Buren

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Van Buren
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000148 (2.6%)236 (7.4%)
$5,000 to $9,99970 (1.2%)202 (6.4%)
$10,000 to $14,999129 (2.2%)358 (11.3%)
$15,000 to $19,99992 (1.6%)91 (2.9%)
$20,000 to $24,999117 (2.0%)290 (9.1%)
$25,000 to $34,999322 (5.6%)577 (18.1%)
$35,000 to $49,999876 (15.3%)491 (15.4%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,299 (22.6%)550 (17.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,114 (19.4%)207 (6.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999990 (17.2%)104 (3.3%)
$150,000 or more584 (10.2%)76 (2.4%)
Total5,741 (100.0%)3,182 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Van Buren

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Van Buren
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300446 (7.8%)132 (4.2%)
$300 to $4991,033 (18.0%)359 (11.3%)
$500 to $7991,360 (23.7%)1,073 (33.7%)
$800 to $999812 (14.1%)774 (24.3%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,465 (25.5%)585 (18.4%)
$1,500 to $1,999394 (6.9%)90 (2.8%)
$2,000 to $2,499164 (2.9%)16 (0.5%)
$2,500 to $2,9997 (0.1%)7 (0.2%)
$3,000 or more60 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,741 (100.0%)3,182 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Van Buren

Housing Structures in Van Buren

Housing Structures in Van Buren
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached6,81076.3%
Single Unit, Attached1792.0%
2 Unit Apartments7007.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments3103.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments2793.1%
10 or more Apartments6227.0%
Mobile Home / Other230.3%
Total8,923100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Van Buren

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Van Buren
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached5,616 (82.5%)1,194 (17.5%)
Single Unit, Attached71 (39.7%)108 (60.3%)
2 Unit Apartments25 (3.6%)675 (96.4%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments6 (1.9%)304 (98.1%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)279 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)622 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,741 (64.3%)3,182 (35.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Van Buren

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Van Buren
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room10 (0.2%)110 (3.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms87 (1.5%)590 (18.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,864 (32.5%)1,935 (60.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms2,668 (46.5%)439 (13.8%)
8 or more Rooms1,112 (19.4%)108 (3.4%)
Total5,741 (100.0%)3,182 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Van Buren

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Van Buren
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas3,518 (61.3%)760 (23.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas51 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity2,144 (37.3%)2,349 (73.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels9 (0.2%)41 (1.3%)
No Fuel Used19 (0.3%)32 (1.0%)
Total5,741 (100.0%)3,182 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Van Buren

Household Vehicle Usage in Van Buren
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle47 (0.8%)528 (16.6%)
1 Vehicle1,570 (27.4%)1,731 (54.4%)
2 Vehicles2,365 (41.2%)756 (23.8%)
3 or more Vehicles1,759 (30.6%)167 (5.2%)
Total5,741 (100.0%)3,182 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Van Buren

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Van Buren

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2,4203,321
Median Property Value$157,100$155,000
Median Household Income$60,902$411
Monthly Housing Costs$454$44
Real Estate Taxes$1,136$122

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Van Buren

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Van Buren
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000100 (4.1%)73 (2.2%)
$50,000 to $99,999461 (19.1%)558 (16.8%)
$100,000 to $299,9991,494 (61.7%)2,453 (73.9%)
$300,000 to $499,999325 (13.4%)212 (6.4%)
$500,000 to $749,99940 (1.7%)25 (0.7%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,420 (100.0%)3,321 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Van Buren

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Van Buren
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000156 (6.5%)26 (0.8%)
$10,000 to $24,999215 (8.9%)62 (1.9%)
$25,000 to $34,999161 (6.7%)123 (3.7%)
$35,000 to $49,999340 (14.1%)161 (4.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999577 (23.8%)536 (16.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999487 (20.1%)722 (21.7%)
$100,000 to $149,999311 (12.9%)627 (18.9%)
$150,000 or more173 (7.1%)679 (20.4%)
Total2,420 (100.0%)3,321 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Van Buren

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Van Buren
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x600 (24.8%)77,140 (2,322.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x866 (35.8%)1,675 (50.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x240 (9.9%)820 (24.7%)
4.0x or more660 (27.3%)297 (8.9%)
Total2,420 (100.0%)3,321 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Van Buren

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Van Buren
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800935 (38.6%)7 (0.2%)
$800 to $1,499513 (21.2%)1,290 (38.8%)
$800 to $1,499920 (38.0%)1,246 (37.5%)
Total2,420 (100.0%)3,321 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Van Buren

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Van Buren

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Van Buren
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years1,614 (94.4%)96 (5.6%)
6 to 18 Years3,586 (93.0%)271 (7.0%)
19 to 25 Years1,559 (71.9%)610 (28.1%)
26 to 34 Years2,937 (83.8%)566 (16.2%)
35 to 44 Years2,370 (88.2%)317 (11.8%)
45 to 54 Years2,511 (87.1%)372 (12.9%)
55 to 64 Years2,268 (91.2%)219 (8.8%)
65 to 74 Years2,248 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older1,446 (99.3%)11 (0.7%)
Total20,539 (89.3%)2,462 (10.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Van Buren

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Van Buren
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born1,614 (94.4%)96 (5.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen3,586 (93.0%)271 (7.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen1,559 (71.9%)610 (28.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Van Buren

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Van Buren
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0003,183 (92.1%)274 (7.9%)
$25,000 to $49,9994,539 (81.4%)1,035 (18.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9994,404 (92.6%)350 (7.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,520 (89.3%)423 (10.7%)
$100,000 and over4,872 (92.8%)380 (7.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Van Buren

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Van Buren
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6947 (55.4%)691 (40.4%)
6 to 18 Years2,084 (54.0%)1,581 (41.0%)
19 to 25 Years554 (25.5%)1,045 (48.2%)
25 to 34 Years1,452 (41.4%)1,616 (46.1%)
35 to 44 Years625 (23.3%)1,787 (66.5%)
45 to 54 Years854 (29.6%)1,798 (62.4%)
55 to 64 Years1,195 (48.0%)1,339 (53.8%)
65 to 74 Years2,151 (95.7%)1,488 (66.2%)
75 Years and over1,407 (96.6%)941 (64.6%)
Total11,269 (49.0%)12,286 (53.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Van Buren

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Van Buren
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)34 (4.0%)
5 to 17 Years203 (10.2%)95 (5.0%)
18 to 34 Years602 (21.2%)306 (10.0%)
35 to 64 Years630 (15.8%)991 (24.4%)
65 to 74 Years424 (43.5%)287 (22.5%)
75 Years and over298 (56.6%)523 (56.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Van Buren

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Van Buren: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)34 (4.0%)
5 to 17 Years35 (1.8%)34 (1.8%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)60 (2.0%)
35 to 64 Years126 (3.2%)156 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years126 (12.9%)106 (8.3%)
75 Years and over96 (18.2%)176 (18.9%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Van Buren: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years44 (2.2%)34 (1.8%)
18 to 34 Years39 (1.4%)52 (1.7%)
35 to 64 Years82 (2.1%)243 (6.0%)
65 to 74 Years29 (3.0%)54 (4.2%)
75 Years and over40 (7.6%)154 (16.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Van Buren: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years203 (10.2%)95 (5.0%)
18 to 34 Years487 (17.1%)114 (3.7%)
35 to 64 Years289 (7.2%)404 (9.9%)
65 to 74 Years39 (4.0%)18 (1.4%)
75 Years and over81 (15.4%)113 (12.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Van Buren: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years35 (1.8%)34 (1.8%)
18 to 34 Years127 (4.5%)59 (1.9%)
35 to 64 Years399 (10.0%)683 (16.8%)
65 to 74 Years289 (29.7%)212 (16.6%)
75 Years and over212 (40.2%)317 (34.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Van Buren: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years35 (1.8%)61 (3.2%)
18 to 34 Years54 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years177 (4.4%)177 (4.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)24 (1.9%)
75 Years and over60 (11.4%)99 (10.6%)

Technology Access in Van Buren

Computing Device Access in Van Buren

Computing Device Access in Van Buren
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop5,87065.8%
Smartphone7,81387.6%
Tablet4,65252.1%
No Computing Device7087.9%
Total8,923100.0%

Internet Access in Van Buren

Internet Access in Van Buren
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet320.4%
Broadband Home5,96366.8%
Cellular Data Only1,13012.7%
Satellite Internet7047.9%
No Internet1,44916.2%
Total8,923100.0%

Van Buren Summary

Van Buren, Arkansas is a city located in Crawford County in the northwest corner of the state. It is the county seat and the largest city in the county. The city is situated on the Arkansas River and is part of the Fort Smith metropolitan area. The city was founded in 1818 and was named after President Martin Van Buren.

History

Van Buren was founded in 1818 by William Henry Harrison Clayton, a prominent lawyer and politician. The city was named after President Martin Van Buren, who was in office at the time. The city was originally a trading post and ferry crossing on the Arkansas River. In 1829, the city was incorporated and became the county seat of Crawford County.
In the late 19th century, Van Buren was a major stop on the Butterfield Overland Mail route. The city was also a major stop on the St. Louis-San Francisco Railway, which ran through the city until the 1950s.
During the Civil War, Van Buren was a major supply center for the Confederate Army. The city was also the site of a major battle in 1863, when Union forces attempted to capture the city. The Union forces were unsuccessful and the city remained in Confederate hands until the end of the war.
In the late 19th century, Van Buren was a major center for the timber industry. The city was also home to several cotton mills and other manufacturing businesses.

Geography

Van Buren is located in the northwest corner of Arkansas, in Crawford County. The city is situated on the Arkansas River and is part of the Fort Smith metropolitan area. The city is located about 30 miles south of the Oklahoma border and about 60 miles north of Little Rock.
The city has a total area of 16.2 square miles, of which 16.1 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water. The city is located in a hilly region of the Ozark Mountains.

Economy

Van Buren’s economy is largely based on manufacturing and services. The city is home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a steel mill, and a plastics plant. The city is also home to several retail stores and restaurants.
The city is also home to several educational institutions, including the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith and the Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Van Buren had a population of 22,791. The racial makeup of the city was 79.2% White, 15.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
The median household income in Van Buren was $35,945, and the median family income was $43,945. The per capita income for the city was $19,945. About 16.2% of families and 19.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.
Van Buren is served by the Van Buren School District, which includes five elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. The city is also home to several private schools, including a Catholic school and a Christian school.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Van Buren?
Total Population of Van Buren is 23,398.
What is the Total Male Population of Van Buren?
Total Male Population of Van Buren is 11,075.
What is the Total Female Population of Van Buren?
Total Female Population of Van Buren is 12,323.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Van Buren?
There are 89.87 Males per 100 Females in Van Buren.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Van Buren?
There are 111.27 Females per 100 Males in Van Buren.
What is the Median Population Age in Van Buren?
Median Population Age in Van Buren is 36.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Van Buren
Average Family Size in Van Buren is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Van Buren
Average Household Size in Van Buren is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Van Buren?
Per Capita income in Van Buren is $29,609.
What is the Median Family Income in Van Buren?
Median Family Income in Van Buren is $64,716.
What is the Median Household income in Van Buren?
Median Household Income in Van Buren is $56,493.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Van Buren?
Income or Wage Gap in Van Buren is 36.2%.
Women in Van Buren earn 63.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Van Buren?
Family Income Deficit in Van Buren is $13,279.
Families that are below poverty line in Van Buren earn $13,279 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Van Buren?
Inequality or Gini Index in Van Buren is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Van Buren?
There are 10,800 People in the Labor Forcein in Van Buren.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Van Buren?
58.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Van Buren.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Van Buren?
Unemployment Rate in Van Buren is 7.9%.