Waldo, AR

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Waldo Overview

1,375
TOTAL POPULATION
669
MALE POPULATION
706
FEMALE POPULATION
94.76
MALES / 100 FEMALES
105.53
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,134
PER CAPITA INCOME
$34,648
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$34,844
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
20.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
79.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$7,672
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
569
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
47.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

Waldo Zip Codes

Waldo Area Codes

Race in Waldo

The most populous races in Waldo are Black / African American (993 | 72.2%), White / Caucasian (372 | 27.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (10 | 0.7%).
Race in Waldo
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American99372.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino100.7%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian37227.1%
Two or more Races00.0%
Some other Race100.7%
Total1,375100.0%

Ancestry in Waldo

The most populous ancestries reported in Waldo are American (533 | 38.8%), Irish (25 | 1.8%), English (14 | 1.0%), Dutch (9 | 0.6%), and Scotch-Irish (6 | 0.4%), together accounting for 42.7% of all Waldo residents.
Ancestry in Waldo
Ancestry# Population% Population
American53338.8%
Dutch90.6%
English141.0%
French30.2%
Irish251.8%
Mexican50.4%
Norwegian40.3%
Puerto Rican50.4%
Scotch-Irish60.4%
Welsh30.2%
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Immigrants in Waldo

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

Sex and Age in Waldo

The most populous age groups in Waldo are 35 to 39 Years (145 | 21.7%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (91 | 12.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Waldo
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years13 (1.9%)44 (6.2%)
5 to 9 Years46 (6.9%)48 (6.8%)
10 to 14 Years13 (1.9%)20 (2.8%)
15 to 19 Years30 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years53 (7.9%)38 (5.4%)
25 to 29 Years13 (1.9%)77 (10.9%)
30 to 34 Years82 (12.3%)29 (4.1%)
35 to 39 Years145 (21.7%)32 (4.5%)
40 to 44 Years23 (3.4%)23 (3.3%)
45 to 49 Years63 (9.4%)9 (1.3%)
50 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)22 (3.1%)
55 to 59 Years32 (4.8%)78 (11.1%)
60 to 64 Years57 (8.5%)45 (6.4%)
65 to 69 Years8 (1.2%)91 (12.9%)
70 to 74 Years38 (5.7%)34 (4.8%)
75 to 79 Years47 (7.0%)41 (5.8%)
80 to 84 Years6 (0.9%)19 (2.7%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)56 (7.9%)
Total669 (100.0%)706 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Waldo

Median Family Size in Waldo

Median Family Size in Waldo
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple184 (61.5%)3.27
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother115 (38.5%)3.70
Total Families299 (100.0%)3.43

Median Household Size in Waldo

Median Household Size in Waldo
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple184 (31.7%)3.27
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother115 (19.8%)3.82
Non-family281 (48.4%)1.19
Total Households580 (100.0%)2.37

Household Size by Marriage Status in Waldo

Out of a total of 580 households in Waldo, 299 (51.5%) are family households, while 281 (48.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 137, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 224.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Waldo
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-224 (38.6%)
2-Person Households137 (23.6%)57 (9.8%)
3-Person Households91 (15.7%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households55 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households16 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total299 (51.5%)281 (48.4%)

Female Fertility in Waldo

Fertility by Age in Waldo

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

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Waldo

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

Fertility by Education in Waldo

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

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Waldo

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

Income in Waldo

Income Overview in Waldo

Per Capita Income in Waldo is $22,134, while median incomes of families and households are $34,648 and $34,844 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,375$22,134
Median Family Income299$34,648
Mean Family Income299$47,510
Median Household Income580$34,844
Mean Household Income580$42,414
Income Deficit299$7,672
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,37520.57%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,37579.43¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,3750.42

Earnings by Sex in Waldo

Average Earnings in Waldo are $36,106, $37,699 for men and $29,943 for women, a difference of 20.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Waldo
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male364 (64.0%)$37,699
Female205 (36.0%)$29,943
Total569 (100.0%)$36,106

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Waldo

The most common earnings brackets in Waldo are $35,000 to $39,999 for men (151 | 41.5%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (60 | 29.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Waldo
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less30 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,99912 (3.3%)15 (7.3%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)28 (13.7%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49926 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4993 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9998 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49923 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99923 (6.3%)60 (29.3%)
$30,000 to $34,99945 (12.4%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,999151 (41.5%)32 (15.6%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)7 (3.4%)
$50,000 to $54,99932 (8.8%)58 (28.3%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)5 (2.4%)
$65,000 to $74,99911 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total364 (100.0%)205 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Waldo

Average earnings in Waldo are $38,137 for men and $35,577 for women, a difference of 6.7%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $38,723, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $38,723. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $49,821, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $36,683.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Waldo
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$38,723$36,683
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$38,137$35,577

Family Income in Waldo

Family Income Brackets in Waldo

According to the Waldo family income data, there are 70 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.4% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Waldo
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,9994715.7%
$15,000 to $24,9995418.1%
$25,000 to $34,9995317.7%
$35,000 to $49,999299.7%
$50,000 to $74,9993913.0%
$75,000 to $99,9997023.4%
$100,000 to $149,99910.3%
$150,000 to $199,99962.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Waldo

2-person families (137 | 45.8%) account for the highest median family income in Waldo with $32,930 per family, while 2-person families (137 | 45.8%) have the highest median income of $16,465 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Waldo
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families137 (45.8%)$32,930
3-Person Families110 (36.8%)$0
4-Person Families36 (12.0%)$0
5-Person Families16 (5.3%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total299 (100.0%)$34,648

Family Income by Number of Earners in Waldo

Family Income by Number of Earners in Waldo
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners124 (41.5%)$25,000
1 Earner150 (50.2%)$46,447
2 Earners16 (5.3%)$0
3+ Earners9 (3.0%)$0
Total299 (100.0%)$34,648

Household Income in Waldo

Household Income Brackets in Waldo

With 133 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Waldo, accounting for 22.9% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Waldo
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0005910.2%
$10,000 to $14,99911119.1%
$15,000 to $24,999549.3%
$25,000 to $34,9996811.7%
$35,000 to $49,999478.1%
$50,000 to $74,99913322.9%
$75,000 to $99,9998715.0%
$100,000 to $149,999152.6%
$150,000 to $199,99961.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Waldo

The median household income in Waldo is $34,844, with the highest median household income of $52,608 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 189 households (32.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 14 households (2.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Waldo
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years14 (2.4%)$0
25 to 44 Years189 (32.6%)$52,608
45 to 64 Years179 (30.9%)$0
65+ Years198 (34.1%)$27,143
Total580 (100.0%)$34,844

Poverty in Waldo

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Waldo

With 29.4% poverty level for males and 29.9% for females among the residents of Waldo, 5 year old males and 35 to 44 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 4 males (100.0%) and 46 females (83.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Waldo
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3 (23.1%)24 (54.5%)
5 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years52 (100.0%)14 (29.2%)
12 to 14 Years3 (100.0%)14 (70.0%)
15 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years8 (15.1%)13 (34.2%)
25 to 34 Years26 (27.4%)16 (15.1%)
35 to 44 Years6 (3.6%)46 (83.6%)
45 to 54 Years11 (17.5%)1 (3.2%)
55 to 64 Years23 (25.8%)50 (40.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)9 (7.2%)
75 Years and over31 (58.5%)24 (20.7%)
Total197 (29.4%)211 (29.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Waldo

According to the poverty statistics in Waldo, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 96.8% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Waldo
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years10 (76.9%)20 (45.5%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)34 (70.8%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)6 (30.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years45 (84.9%)25 (65.8%)
25 to 34 Years69 (72.6%)90 (84.9%)
35 to 44 Years162 (96.4%)9 (16.4%)
45 to 54 Years52 (82.5%)30 (96.8%)
55 to 64 Years66 (74.2%)73 (59.4%)
65 to 74 Years46 (100.0%)116 (92.8%)
75 Years and over22 (41.5%)92 (79.3%)
Total472 (70.6%)495 (70.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Waldo

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Waldo show that 20.6% or 38 of the total 184 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 34.8%, comprising of 8 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 17.9%, which includes 26 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Waldo
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children119 (82.1%)26 (17.9%)
1 or 2 Children15 (65.2%)8 (34.8%)
3 or 4 Children12 (75.0%)4 (25.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total146 (79.3%)38 (20.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Waldo

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Waldo
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)39 (61.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)58 (50.4%)

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

The poverty data for Waldo shows that 38 of the married-couple family households (20.6%) and 58 of the single-parent households (50.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (34.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Waldo
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children26 (17.9%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children8 (34.8%)39 (61.9%)
3 or 4 Children4 (25.0%)19 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total38 (20.6%)58 (50.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Waldo

Employment by Class of Employer in Waldo

Among the 530 employed individuals in Waldo, private company employees (415 | 78.3%), state government employees (75 | 14.1%), and local government employees (36 | 6.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Waldo
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees41578.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)40.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees366.8%
State Government Employees7514.1%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total530100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Waldo

Employment Status by Age in Waldo
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years78 (85.7%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years74 (82.2%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years111 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years204 (91.5%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years38 (40.4%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years32 (29.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years23 (13.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over9 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total569 (47.9%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Waldo

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Waldo
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School36 (48.6%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma130 (45.6%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree252 (79.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher41 (78.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total459 (62.9%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Waldo

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Waldo are Community & Social Service (69 | 12.1%), Education, Arts & Media (49 | 8.6%), Education Instruction & Library (20 | 3.5%), and Management (7 | 1.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Waldo

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Waldo
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)69 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)49 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)76 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)364 (64.0%)205 (36.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Waldo are Healthcare Support (44 | 7.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (34 | 6.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (13 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations in Waldo

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Waldo, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (23.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (76.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Waldo
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving8 (23.5%)26 (76.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)21 (23.1%)70 (76.9%)
Total (Overall)364 (64.0%)205 (36.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Waldo are , and Office & Administration (55 | 9.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Waldo

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Waldo
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration45 (81.8%)10 (18.2%)
Total (Category)45 (81.8%)10 (18.2%)
Total (Overall)364 (64.0%)205 (36.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Waldo are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (165 | 29.0%), Construction & Extraction (6 | 1.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (4 | 0.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Waldo

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Waldo
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair165 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)175 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)364 (64.0%)205 (36.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Waldo are Production (99 | 17.4%), Transportation (41 | 7.2%), and Material Moving (32 | 5.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Waldo

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Waldo
OccupationMaleFemale
Production70 (70.7%)29 (29.3%)
Transportation41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving12 (37.5%)20 (62.5%)
Total (Category)123 (71.5%)49 (28.5%)
Total (Overall)364 (64.0%)205 (36.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Waldo

Employment Industries in Waldo

The major employment industries in Waldo include Health Care & Social Assistance (215 | 37.8%), Manufacturing (61 | 10.7%), Public Administration (56 | 9.8%), Wholesale Trade (54 | 9.5%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (34 | 6.0%).
Employment Industries in Waldo

Employment Industries by Sex in Waldo

The Waldo industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Manufacturing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Retail Trade (100.0%), Educational Services (100.0%), and Public Administration (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Waldo
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade45 (83.3%)9 (16.7%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance139 (64.6%)76 (35.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services8 (29.6%)19 (70.4%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)56 (100.0%)
Total364 (64.0%)205 (36.0%)

Education in Waldo

School Enrollment in Waldo

The most common levels of schooling among the 241 students in Waldo are elementary school (100 | 41.5%), graduate / professional (54 | 22.4%), and high school (30 | 12.4%).
School Enrollment in Waldo
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool187.5%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School10041.5%
Middle School239.5%
High School3012.4%
College / Undergraduate166.6%
Graduate / Professional5422.4%
Total241100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Waldo

Out of a total of 241 students who are enrolled in schools in Waldo, 5 (2.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 236 (97.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 5 (55.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 18 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Waldo
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old90 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over4 (44.4%)5 (55.6%)
Total236 (97.9%)5 (2.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Waldo

Business (38 | 48.1%), education (15 | 19.0%), social sciences (11 | 13.9%), computers & mathematics (7 | 8.9%), and literature & languages (5 | 6.3%) are the most common fields of study among 79 individuals in Waldo who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Waldo
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics78.9%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences33.8%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences1113.9%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business3848.1%
Education1519.0%
Literature & Languages56.3%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total79100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Waldo

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Waldo

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Waldo are males with 4 vehicles (143, accounting for 39.3%) and females with 4 vehicles (0, making up 86.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Waldo
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle42 (11.5%)75 (45.2%)
2 Vehicles125 (34.3%)27 (16.3%)
3 Vehicles37 (10.2%)36 (21.7%)
4 Vehicles143 (39.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles17 (4.7%)28 (16.9%)
Total364 (100.0%)166 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Waldo

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Waldo are 90 or more minutes (156 commuters, 30.2%), 20 to 24 minutes (111 commuters, 21.5%), and 15 to 19 minutes (75 commuters, 14.5%).
Commute Time in Waldo
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes193.7%
10 to 14 Minutes5911.4%
15 to 19 Minutes7514.5%
20 to 24 Minutes11121.5%
25 to 29 Minutes336.4%
30 to 34 Minutes305.8%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes346.6%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes15630.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Waldo

The most common commute times in Waldo are 90 or more minutes (156 commuters, 43.3%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (49 commuters, 31.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Waldo
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes19 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes26 (7.2%)33 (21.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes41 (11.4%)34 (21.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes62 (17.2%)49 (31.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes26 (7.2%)7 (4.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes30 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)34 (21.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes156 (43.3%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Waldo

The most frequent times of departure to work in Waldo are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (139, 38.6%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (81, 51.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Waldo
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM30 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM53 (14.7%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM7 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM139 (38.6%)13 (8.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM25 (6.9%)81 (51.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM25 (6.9%)15 (9.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM26 (7.2%)29 (18.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM10 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)7 (4.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM34 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM11 (3.1%)12 (7.6%)
Total360 (100.0%)157 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Waldo

Occupancy by Ownership in Waldo

Of the total 580 dwellings in Waldo, owner-occupied units account for 456 (78.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 124 (21.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Waldo
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units45678.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units12421.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units580100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Waldo

Occupancy by Household Size in Waldo
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household22438.6%
2-Person Household19433.5%
3-Person Household9115.7%
4+ Person Household7112.2%
Total Housing Units580100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Waldo

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Waldo
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household157 (70.1%)67 (29.9%)
2-Person Household177 (91.2%)17 (8.8%)
3-Person Household91 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household31 (43.7%)40 (56.3%)
Total Housing Units456 (78.6%)124 (21.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Waldo

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Waldo
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School60 (60.0%)40 (40.0%)
High School Diploma217 (85.8%)36 (14.2%)
College/Associate Degree146 (79.8%)37 (20.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher33 (75.0%)11 (25.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Waldo

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Waldo
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years14625.2%
35 to 44 Years579.8%
45 to 54 Years356.0%
55 to 64 Years14424.8%
65 to 74 Years9316.0%
75 to 84 Years9616.6%
85 Years and Over91.5%
Total580100.0%

Housing Finances in Waldo

Median Income by Occupancy in Waldo

Median Income by Occupancy in Waldo
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied456 (78.6%)$39,138
Renter-Occupied124 (21.4%)$18,854
Average580 (100.0%)$34,844

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Waldo

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Waldo
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00030 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99929 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99962 (13.6%)49 (39.5%)
$15,000 to $19,99918 (4.0%)24 (19.4%)
$20,000 to $24,99912 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99958 (12.7%)10 (8.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99944 (9.7%)3 (2.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99995 (20.8%)38 (30.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99987 (19.1%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99915 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more6 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total456 (100.0%)124 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Waldo

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Waldo
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300114 (25.0%)41 (33.1%)
$300 to $499101 (22.2%)8 (6.5%)
$500 to $799170 (37.3%)37 (29.8%)
$800 to $99966 (14.5%)12 (9.7%)
$1,000 to $1,4990 (0.0%)20 (16.1%)
$1,500 to $1,9995 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total456 (100.0%)124 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Waldo

Housing Structures in Waldo

Housing Structures in Waldo
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached38065.5%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments81.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments366.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments111.9%
Mobile Home / Other14525.0%
Total580100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Waldo

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Waldo
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached319 (84.0%)61 (16.1%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other137 (94.5%)8 (5.5%)
Total456 (78.6%)124 (21.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Waldo

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Waldo
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)12 (9.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms203 (44.5%)93 (75.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms201 (44.1%)3 (2.4%)
8 or more Rooms52 (11.4%)16 (12.9%)
Total456 (100.0%)124 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Waldo

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Waldo
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas163 (35.7%)43 (34.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity293 (64.2%)81 (65.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total456 (100.0%)124 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Waldo

Household Vehicle Usage in Waldo
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle20 (4.4%)55 (44.4%)
1 Vehicle186 (40.8%)61 (49.2%)
2 Vehicles111 (24.3%)8 (6.5%)
3 or more Vehicles139 (30.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total456 (100.0%)124 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Waldo

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Waldo

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units322134
Median Property Value$47,200$0
Median Household Income$52,702$0
Monthly Housing Costs$379$0
Real Estate Taxes$374$3

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Waldo

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Waldo
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000174 (54.0%)47 (35.1%)
$50,000 to $99,99992 (28.6%)36 (26.9%)
$100,000 to $299,99943 (13.4%)42 (31.3%)
$300,000 to $499,99913 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)9 (6.7%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total322 (100.0%)134 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Waldo

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Waldo
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00059 (18.3%)9 (6.7%)
$10,000 to $24,99953 (16.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99934 (10.6%)39 (29.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99910 (3.1%)24 (17.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99990 (28.0%)34 (25.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99961 (18.9%)5 (3.7%)
$100,000 to $149,9999 (2.8%)26 (19.4%)
$150,000 or more6 (1.9%)6 (4.5%)
Total322 (100.0%)134 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Waldo

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Waldo
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x201 (62.4%)37,845 (28,242.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x48 (14.9%)64 (47.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x38 (11.8%)8 (6.0%)
4.0x or more21 (6.5%)11 (8.2%)
Total322 (100.0%)134 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Waldo

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Waldo
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800132 (41.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49917 (5.3%)117 (87.3%)
$800 to $1,4997 (2.2%)14 (10.4%)
Total322 (100.0%)134 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Waldo

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Waldo

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Waldo
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years153 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years106 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years130 (69.9%)56 (30.1%)
35 to 44 Years223 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years49 (52.1%)45 (47.9%)
55 to 64 Years187 (88.2%)25 (11.8%)
65 to 74 Years171 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older163 (96.5%)6 (3.5%)
Total1,243 (90.4%)132 (9.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Waldo

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Waldo
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen153 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen106 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Waldo

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Waldo
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000362 (91.9%)32 (8.1%)
$25,000 to $49,999176 (63.8%)100 (36.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999281 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999389 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Waldo

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Waldo
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 650 (82.0%)11 (18.0%)
6 to 18 Years147 (96.1%)32 (20.9%)
19 to 25 Years78 (73.6%)28 (26.4%)
25 to 34 Years52 (28.0%)78 (41.9%)
35 to 44 Years52 (23.3%)171 (76.7%)
45 to 54 Years11 (11.7%)38 (40.4%)
55 to 64 Years134 (63.2%)98 (46.2%)
65 to 74 Years171 (100.0%)72 (42.1%)
75 Years and over163 (96.5%)43 (25.4%)
Total858 (62.4%)571 (41.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Waldo

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Waldo
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years37 (41.6%)14 (20.6%)
18 to 34 Years30 (20.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years25 (7.8%)69 (33.0%)
65 to 74 Years7 (15.2%)69 (55.2%)
75 Years and over45 (84.9%)81 (69.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Waldo

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Waldo: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years13 (4.1%)9 (4.3%)
65 to 74 Years3 (6.5%)4 (3.2%)
75 Years and over21 (39.6%)39 (33.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Waldo: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)14 (20.6%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)28 (13.4%)
65 to 74 Years7 (15.2%)31 (24.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (2.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Waldo: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years37 (41.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years13 (4.1%)27 (12.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)4 (3.2%)
75 Years and over15 (28.3%)45 (38.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Waldo: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years30 (20.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years25 (7.8%)69 (33.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)65 (52.0%)
75 Years and over22 (41.5%)74 (63.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Waldo: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)31 (14.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)30 (24.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)56 (48.3%)

Technology Access in Waldo

Computing Device Access in Waldo

Computing Device Access in Waldo
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop27547.4%
Smartphone37965.3%
Tablet16929.1%
No Computing Device12120.9%
Total580100.0%

Internet Access in Waldo

Internet Access in Waldo
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home14424.8%
Cellular Data Only18331.6%
Satellite Internet518.8%
No Internet23240.0%
Total580100.0%

Waldo Summary

Waldo, Arkansas is a small town located in the southwestern corner of the state, in the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains. It is situated in the heart of the Ouachita National Forest, and is surrounded by lush forests and rolling hills. The town is home to just over 1,000 people, and is the county seat of Columbia County.

History

The area that is now Waldo was first settled in the early 1800s by settlers from the nearby town of Magnolia. The town was originally known as “Mountain Home”, and was later renamed “Waldo” in honor of a local settler, William Waldo. The town was officially incorporated in 1883.
In the early 1900s, Waldo was a thriving logging town, with several sawmills and lumber companies operating in the area. The town was also home to a number of other businesses, including a hotel, a general store, and a blacksmith shop.

Geography

Waldo is located in the southwestern corner of Arkansas, in the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains. The town is situated in the heart of the Ouachita National Forest, and is surrounded by lush forests and rolling hills. The town is located at the intersection of U.S. Highway 82 and Arkansas Highway 4.
The climate in Waldo is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 65°F, and the average annual precipitation is around 48 inches.

Economy

The economy of Waldo is largely based on agriculture and forestry. The town is home to several farms, and the surrounding area is home to a number of timber companies. The town is also home to a number of small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Waldo was 1,072. The racial makeup of the town was 95.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 3.4% from other races. The median household income was $30,938, and the median family income was $37,813.
Waldo is a small, rural town with a close-knit community. The town is home to a number of churches, and is known for its friendly atmosphere and welcoming attitude. The town is also home to a number of parks and recreational areas, including the Ouachita National Forest and the nearby Lake Columbia.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Waldo?
Total Population of Waldo is 1,375.
What is the Total Male Population of Waldo?
Total Male Population of Waldo is 669.
What is the Total Female Population of Waldo?
Total Female Population of Waldo is 706.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Waldo?
There are 94.76 Males per 100 Females in Waldo.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Waldo?
There are 105.53 Females per 100 Males in Waldo.
What is the Median Population Age in Waldo?
Median Population Age in Waldo is 41.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Waldo
Average Family Size in Waldo is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Waldo
Average Household Size in Waldo is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Waldo?
Per Capita income in Waldo is $22,134.
What is the Median Family Income in Waldo?
Median Family Income in Waldo is $34,648.
What is the Median Household income in Waldo?
Median Household Income in Waldo is $34,844.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Waldo?
Income or Wage Gap in Waldo is 20.6%.
Women in Waldo earn 79.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Waldo?
Family Income Deficit in Waldo is $7,672.
Families that are below poverty line in Waldo earn $7,672 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Waldo?
Inequality or Gini Index in Waldo is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Waldo?
There are 569 People in the Labor Forcein in Waldo.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Waldo?
47.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Waldo.