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176
TOTAL POPULATION
89
MALE POPULATION
87
FEMALE POPULATION
102.30
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.75
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$16,702
PER CAPITA INCOME
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
47
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
40.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
53.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Big Bend Zip Codes

Big Bend Area Codes

Race in Big Bend

The most populous races in Big Bend are White / Caucasian (158 | 89.8%), Hispanic or Latino (10 | 5.7%), and Two or more Races (8 | 4.5%).
Race in Big Bend
Race# Population% Population
Asian21.1%
Black / African American52.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino105.7%
Native / Alaskan31.7%
White / Caucasian15889.8%
Two or more Races84.5%
Some other Race00.0%
Total176100.0%

Ancestry in Big Bend

The most populous ancestries reported in Big Bend are German (46 | 26.1%), American (36 | 20.4%), Danish (36 | 20.4%), Scotch-Irish (9 | 5.1%), and English (7 | 4.0%), together accounting for 76.1% of all Big Bend residents.
Ancestry in Big Bend
Ancestry# Population% Population
American3620.4%
Danish3620.4%
English74.0%
French31.7%
German4626.1%
Hungarian31.7%
Korean21.1%
Mexican74.0%
Navajo52.8%
Norwegian31.7%
Scotch-Irish95.1%
Welsh31.7%
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Immigrants in Big Bend

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Big Bend came from Asia (2 | 1.1%), Philippines (2 | 1.1%), and South Eastern Asia (2 | 1.1%), together accounting for 3.4% of all Big Bend residents.
Immigrants in Big Bend
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia21.1%
Philippines21.1%
South Eastern Asia21.1%
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Sex and Age in Big Bend

Sex and Age in Big Bend

The most populous age groups in Big Bend are 5 to 9 Years (19 | 21.3%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (18 | 20.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Big Bend
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)1 (1.1%)
5 to 9 Years19 (21.3%)18 (20.7%)
10 to 14 Years18 (20.2%)5 (5.8%)
15 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)5 (5.8%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)10 (11.5%)
30 to 34 Years8 (9.0%)3 (3.5%)
35 to 39 Years9 (10.1%)10 (11.5%)
40 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)2 (2.3%)
45 to 49 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
50 to 54 Years2 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years9 (10.1%)14 (16.1%)
60 to 64 Years7 (7.9%)8 (9.2%)
65 to 69 Years9 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
70 to 74 Years3 (3.4%)3 (3.5%)
75 to 79 Years4 (4.5%)5 (5.8%)
80 to 84 Years1 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (3.5%)
Total89 (100.0%)87 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Big Bend

Median Family Size in Big Bend

Median Family Size in Big Bend
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple7 (30.4%)2.43
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother16 (69.6%)3.88
Total Families23 (100.0%)3.43

Median Household Size in Big Bend

Median Household Size in Big Bend
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple7 (14.3%)2.43
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother16 (32.7%)7.44
Non-family26 (53.1%)1.27
Total Households49 (100.0%)3.45

Household Size by Marriage Status in Big Bend

Out of a total of 49 households in Big Bend, 23 (46.9%) are family households, while 26 (53.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 12, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 19.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Big Bend
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-19 (38.8%)
2-Person Households12 (24.5%)7 (14.3%)
3-Person Households2 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households2 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households7 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total23 (46.9%)26 (53.1%)

Female Fertility in Big Bend

Fertility by Age in Big Bend

Female Fertility by Age in Big Bend
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 Big Bend

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Big Bend
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 Big Bend

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Big Bend
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 Big Bend

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Big Bend
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 Big Bend

Income Overview in Big Bend

CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income176$16,702
Median Family Income23$0
Mean Family Income23$47,487
Median Household Income49$0
Mean Household Income49$53,751
Income Deficit23$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1760.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)176100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1760.49

Earnings by Sex in Big Bend

Earnings by Sex in Big Bend
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male26 (52.0%)$0
Female24 (48.0%)$10,000
Total50 (100.0%)$0

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Big Bend

The most common earnings brackets in Big Bend are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (9 | 34.6%) and $7,500 to $9,999 for women (7 | 29.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Big Bend
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less3 (11.5%)2 (8.3%)
$2,500 to $4,9994 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)3 (12.5%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)7 (29.2%)
$10,000 to $12,4992 (7.7%)7 (29.2%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)3 (12.5%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9998 (30.8%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)2 (8.3%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9999 (34.6%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total26 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Big Bend

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

Family Income in Big Bend

Family Income Brackets in Big Bend

According to the Big Bend family income data, there are 9 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 39.1% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Big Bend
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99928.7%
$15,000 to $24,999626.1%
$25,000 to $34,999626.1%
$35,000 to $49,99900.0%
$50,000 to $74,99900.0%
$75,000 to $99,999939.1%
$100,000 to $149,99900.0%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Big Bend

2-person families (14 | 60.9%) account for the highest median family income in Big Bend with $28,125 per family, while 2-person families (14 | 60.9%) have the highest median income of $14,062 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Big Bend
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families14 (60.9%)$28,125
3-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
4-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
5-Person Families9 (39.1%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total23 (100.0%)$0

Family Income by Number of Earners in Big Bend

Family Income by Number of Earners in Big Bend
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners7 (30.4%)$0
1 Earner9 (39.1%)$24,583
2 Earners7 (30.4%)$0
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total23 (100.0%)$0

Household Income in Big Bend

Household Income Brackets in Big Bend

With 15 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Big Bend, accounting for 30.6% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Big Bend
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00048.2%
$10,000 to $14,99924.1%
$15,000 to $24,9991530.6%
$25,000 to $34,999816.3%
$35,000 to $49,999510.2%
$50,000 to $74,99936.1%
$75,000 to $99,99924.1%
$100,000 to $149,999714.3%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+36.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Big Bend

The median household income in Big Bend is $0, with the highest median household income of $21,071 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 16 households (32.7%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Big Bend
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years12 (24.5%)$0
45 to 64 Years16 (32.7%)$21,071
65+ Years21 (42.9%)$0
Total49 (100.0%)$0

Poverty in Big Bend

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Big Bend

With 25.4% poverty level for males and 43.6% for females among the residents of Big Bend, 35 to 44 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 9 males (100.0%) and 1 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Big Bend
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years1 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)2 (40.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)10 (76.9%)
35 to 44 Years9 (100.0%)1 (8.3%)
45 to 54 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years3 (18.8%)14 (63.6%)
65 to 74 Years3 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)1 (12.5%)
Total18 (25.4%)34 (43.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Big Bend

According to the poverty statistics in Big Bend, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 6 to 11 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Big Bend
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years9 (90.0%)9 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years9 (100.0%)3 (60.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years8 (100.0%)3 (23.1%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)11 (91.7%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years13 (81.2%)8 (36.4%)
65 to 74 Years9 (75.0%)3 (100.0%)
75 Years and over5 (100.0%)7 (87.5%)
Total53 (74.7%)44 (56.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Big Bend

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Big Bend show that 28.6% or 2 of the total 7 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 2 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Big Bend
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5 (71.4%)2 (28.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Big Bend

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

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Big Bend
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2 (28.6%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Big Bend

Employment by Class of Employer in Big Bend

Among the 22 employed individuals in Big Bend, federal government employees (7 | 31.8%), private company employees (5 | 22.7%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (5 | 22.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Big Bend
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees522.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)522.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations29.1%
Local Government Employees313.6%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees731.8%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total22100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Big Bend

According to the labor force statistics for Big Bend, out of the total population over 16 years of age (115), 40.9% or 47 individuals are in the labor force, with 53.2% or 25 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 10 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 100.0% or 10 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Big Bend
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years10 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
30 to 34 Years11 (100.0%)8 (72.7%)
35 to 44 Years11 (52.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years7 (30.4%)7 (100.0%)
60 to 64 Years3 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years3 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total47 (40.9%)25 (53.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Big Bend

According to labor force statistics for Big Bend, 53.7% of individuals (44) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (82) are in the labor force, with 56.8% or 25 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 100.0% or 10 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 80.0% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Big Bend
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School2 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma13 (59.1%)17 (76.9%)
College / Associate Degree19 (50.0%)14 (36.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher10 (100.0%)8 (80.0%)
Total44 (53.7%)47 (56.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Big Bend

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Big Bend are Management (7 | 31.8%), and Business & Financial (2 | 9.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Big Bend

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Big Bend
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
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%)0 (0.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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%)9 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)5 (22.7%)17 (77.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Big Bend are , and Personal Care & Service (3 | 13.6%).
Services Occupations in Big Bend

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Big Bend
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)5 (22.7%)17 (77.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Big Bend are , and Sales & Related (6 | 27.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Big Bend

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Big Bend
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
Total (Overall)5 (22.7%)17 (77.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Big Bend are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (2 | 9.1%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (2 | 9.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Big Bend

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Big Bend
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total (Category)2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)
Total (Overall)5 (22.7%)17 (77.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Big Bend

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Big Bend
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)5 (22.7%)17 (77.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Big Bend

Employment Industries in Big Bend

The major employment industries in Big Bend include Retail Trade (8 | 36.4%), Transportation & Warehousing (7 | 31.8%), Educational Services (3 | 13.6%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (2 | 9.1%), and Manufacturing (2 | 9.1%).
Employment Industries in Big Bend

Employment Industries by Sex in Big Bend

The Big Bend industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), and Retail Trade (37.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Manufacturing (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Educational Services (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Big Bend
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade3 (37.5%)5 (62.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)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 & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5 (22.7%)17 (77.3%)

Education in Big Bend

School Enrollment in Big Bend

The most common levels of schooling among the 65 students in Big Bend are elementary school (28 | 43.1%), middle school (23 | 35.4%), and kindergarten (9 | 13.9%).
School Enrollment in Big Bend
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten913.9%
Elementary School2843.1%
Middle School2335.4%
High School57.7%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total65100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Big Bend

Out of a total of 65 students who are enrolled in schools in Big Bend, 5 (7.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 60 (92.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 5 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 37 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Big Bend
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total60 (92.3%)5 (7.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Big Bend

Business (10 | 62.5%), science & technology (3 | 18.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (2 | 12.5%), and engineering (1 | 6.2%) are the most common fields of study among 16 individuals in Big Bend who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Big Bend
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural212.5%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering16.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology318.8%
Business1062.5%
Education00.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total16100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Big Bend

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Big Bend

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Big Bend are males with 3 vehicles (3, accounting for 60.0%) and females with 3 vehicles (2, making up 20.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Big Bend
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle0 (0.0%)3 (20.0%)
2 Vehicles2 (40.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 Vehicles3 (60.0%)2 (13.3%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)10 (66.7%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5 (100.0%)15 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Big Bend

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Big Bend are 5 to 9 minutes (10 commuters, 45.5%), 10 to 14 minutes (10 commuters, 45.5%), and 90 or more minutes (2 commuters, 9.1%).
Commute Time in Big Bend
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes1045.5%
10 to 14 Minutes1045.5%
15 to 19 Minutes00.0%
20 to 24 Minutes00.0%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes00.0%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes29.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Big Bend

The most common commute times in Big Bend are 10 to 14 minutes (3 commuters, 60.0%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (10 commuters, 58.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Big Bend
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)10 (58.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes3 (60.0%)7 (41.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)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%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes2 (40.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Big Bend

The most frequent times of departure to work in Big Bend are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (3, 60.0%) for males and 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM (7, 41.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Big Bend
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM2 (40.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)2 (11.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)6 (35.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)7 (41.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM3 (60.0%)2 (11.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5 (100.0%)17 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Big Bend

Occupancy by Ownership in Big Bend

Of the total 49 dwellings in Big Bend, owner-occupied units account for 37 (75.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 12 (24.5%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Big Bend
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units3775.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1224.5%
Total Occupied Housing Units49100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Big Bend

Occupancy by Household Size in Big Bend
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1938.8%
2-Person Household1938.8%
3-Person Household24.1%
4+ Person Household918.4%
Total Housing Units49100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Big Bend

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Big Bend
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household16 (84.2%)3 (15.8%)
2-Person Household12 (63.2%)7 (36.8%)
3-Person Household2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household7 (77.8%)2 (22.2%)
Total Housing Units37 (75.5%)12 (24.5%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Big Bend

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Big Bend
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College/Associate Degree21 (63.6%)12 (36.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Big Bend

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Big Bend
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years36.1%
35 to 44 Years918.4%
45 to 54 Years24.1%
55 to 64 Years1428.6%
65 to 74 Years918.4%
75 to 84 Years918.4%
85 Years and Over36.1%
Total49100.0%

Housing Finances in Big Bend

Median Income by Occupancy in Big Bend

Median Income by Occupancy in Big Bend
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied37 (75.5%)$0
Renter-Occupied12 (24.5%)$28,125
Average49 (100.0%)$0

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Big Bend

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Big Bend
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0004 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)2 (16.7%)
$15,000 to $19,9995 (13.5%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9997 (18.9%)3 (25.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9994 (10.8%)4 (33.3%)
$35,000 to $49,9995 (13.5%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)3 (25.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9992 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9997 (18.9%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more3 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total37 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Big Bend

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Big Bend
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3006 (16.2%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $4991 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79924 (64.9%)7 (58.3%)
$800 to $9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,4990 (0.0%)5 (41.7%)
$1,500 to $1,9996 (16.2%)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%)
Total37 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Big Bend

Housing Structures in Big Bend

Housing Structures in Big Bend
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2653.1%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other2346.9%
Total49100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Big Bend

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Big Bend
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached20 (76.9%)6 (23.1%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other17 (73.9%)6 (26.1%)
Total37 (75.5%)12 (24.5%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Big Bend

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Big Bend
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms13 (35.1%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms9 (24.3%)9 (75.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms15 (40.5%)3 (25.0%)
8 or more Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total37 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Big Bend

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Big Bend
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas13 (35.1%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity0 (0.0%)2 (16.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene3 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels21 (56.8%)10 (83.3%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total37 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Big Bend

Household Vehicle Usage in Big Bend
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle10 (27.0%)6 (50.0%)
2 Vehicles3 (8.1%)6 (50.0%)
3 or more Vehicles24 (64.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total37 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Big Bend

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Big Bend

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2413
Median Property Value--
Median Household Income$22,143$3
Monthly Housing Costs$533$0
Real Estate Taxes$650$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Big Bend

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Big Bend
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00010 (41.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99914 (58.3%)0 (0.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)3 (23.1%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)7 (53.8%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)3 (23.1%)
Total24 (100.0%)13 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Big Bend

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Big Bend
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0001 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99912 (50.0%)3 (23.1%)
$25,000 to $34,9994 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9995 (20.8%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9992 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)7 (53.8%)
Total24 (100.0%)13 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Big Bend

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Big Bend
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x12 (50.0%)118,750 (913,461.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4.0x or more11 (45.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total24 (100.0%)13 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Big Bend

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Big Bend
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8007 (29.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4994 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)7 (53.8%)
Total24 (100.0%)13 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Big Bend

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Big Bend

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Big Bend
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
26 to 34 Years13 (61.9%)8 (38.1%)
35 to 44 Years18 (85.7%)3 (14.3%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total158 (89.8%)18 (10.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Big Bend

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Big Bend
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Big Bend

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Big Bend
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00035 (92.1%)3 (7.9%)
$25,000 to $49,99921 (91.3%)2 (8.7%)
$50,000 to $74,9993 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9995 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over92 (92.0%)8 (8.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Big Bend

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Big Bend
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 610 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years13 (61.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years16 (76.2%)2 (9.5%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years22 (57.9%)16 (42.1%)
65 to 74 Years15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total140 (79.5%)18 (10.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Big Bend

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Big Bend
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%)3 (16.7%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)9 (26.5%)
65 to 74 Years6 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over1 (20.0%)7 (87.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Big Bend

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Big Bend: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years3 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over1 (20.0%)3 (37.5%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Big Bend: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years3 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (37.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Big Bend: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)3 (16.7%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)7 (20.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)7 (87.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Big Bend: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)9 (26.5%)
65 to 74 Years3 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)7 (87.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Big Bend: <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%)7 (20.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)4 (50.0%)

Technology Access in Big Bend

Computing Device Access in Big Bend

Computing Device Access in Big Bend
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop3367.3%
Smartphone2653.1%
Tablet1224.5%
No Computing Device1530.6%
Total49100.0%

Internet Access in Big Bend

Internet Access in Big Bend
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home2959.2%
Cellular Data Only00.0%
Satellite Internet1224.5%
No Internet1734.7%
Total49100.0%

Big Bend Summary

Big Bend is a small unincorporated community located in the Sierra Nevada foothills of California, in the United States. It is situated in the northern part of the state, in Modoc County, and is approximately 25 miles east of the city of Alturas. The population of Big Bend was estimated to be around 200 people in 2020.

History

Big Bend was first settled in the late 1800s by ranchers and farmers. The area was originally known as “Big Bend Ranch” and was used for cattle grazing and farming. In the early 1900s, the area was also used for logging and mining. The town of Big Bend was officially established in 1912.
The town was named after the nearby Big Bend of the Pit River, which is a large bend in the river that is visible from the town. The town was originally a stop on the stagecoach route between Alturas and Cedarville.

Geography

Big Bend is located in the northern part of California, in Modoc County. It is situated in the Sierra Nevada foothills, at an elevation of 4,400 feet. The town is surrounded by mountains and is located near the Pit River. The climate in Big Bend is semi-arid, with hot summers and cold winters.

Economy

The economy of Big Bend is largely based on agriculture and ranching. The town is home to several farms and ranches, which produce a variety of crops and livestock. The town also has a few small businesses, including a general store, a gas station, and a restaurant.

Demographics

The population of Big Bend was estimated to be around 200 people in 2020. The town is predominantly white, with a small Hispanic population. The median household income in Big Bend is $37,500, and the median home value is $125,000.

Conclusion

Big Bend is a small unincorporated community located in the Sierra Nevada foothills of California. It was first settled in the late 1800s by ranchers and farmers, and was officially established in 1912. The town is surrounded by mountains and is located near the Pit River. The economy of Big Bend is largely based on agriculture and ranching, and the population of the town was estimated to be around 200 people in 2020.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Big Bend?
Total Population of Big Bend is 176.
What is the Total Male Population of Big Bend?
Total Male Population of Big Bend is 89.
What is the Total Female Population of Big Bend?
Total Female Population of Big Bend is 87.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Big Bend?
There are 102.30 Males per 100 Females in Big Bend.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Big Bend?
There are 97.75 Females per 100 Males in Big Bend.
What is the Median Population Age in Big Bend?
Median Population Age in Big Bend is 36.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Big Bend
Average Family Size in Big Bend is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Big Bend
Average Household Size in Big Bend is 3.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Big Bend?
Per Capita income in Big Bend is $16,702.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Big Bend?
Inequality or Gini Index in Big Bend is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Big Bend?
There are 47 People in the Labor Forcein in Big Bend.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Big Bend?
40.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Big Bend.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Big Bend?
Unemployment Rate in Big Bend is 53.2%.