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Chester Overview

2,271
TOTAL POPULATION
1,194
MALE POPULATION
1,077
FEMALE POPULATION
110.86
MALES / 100 FEMALES
90.20
FEMALES / 100 MALES
54.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$46,194
PER CAPITA INCOME
$97,917
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$78,657
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
44.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
55.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,133
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Chester Zip Codes

Chester Area Codes

Race in Chester

The most populous races in Chester are White / Caucasian (2,191 | 96.5%), Hispanic or Latino (371 | 16.3%), and Two or more Races (35 | 1.5%).
Race in Chester
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American150.7%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino37116.3%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian2,19196.5%
Two or more Races351.5%
Some other Race301.3%
Total2,271100.0%

Ancestry in Chester

The most populous ancestries reported in Chester are Mexican (240 | 10.6%), English (239 | 10.5%), German (239 | 10.5%), Irish (202 | 8.9%), and Italian (198 | 8.7%), together accounting for 49.2% of all Chester residents.
Ancestry in Chester
Ancestry# Population% Population
American90.4%
Czech261.1%
Danish150.7%
Dutch301.3%
Eastern European431.9%
English23910.5%
Estonian200.9%
European612.7%
Finnish321.4%
German23910.5%
Greek291.3%
Hungarian311.4%
Irish2028.9%
Italian1988.7%
Mexican24010.6%
Northern European642.8%
Norwegian160.7%
Portuguese110.5%
Puerto Rican793.5%
Scottish672.9%
Spanish522.3%
Swedish160.7%
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Immigrants in Chester

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Chester came from Central America (2 | 0.1%), Latin America (2 | 0.1%), and Mexico (2 | 0.1%), together accounting for 0.3% of all Chester residents.
Immigrants in Chester
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America20.1%
Latin America20.1%
Mexico20.1%
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Sex and Age in Chester

Sex and Age in Chester

The most populous age groups in Chester are 70 to 74 Years (181 | 15.2%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (192 | 17.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Chester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years76 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years48 (4.0%)94 (8.7%)
10 to 14 Years104 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years40 (3.4%)28 (2.6%)
20 to 24 Years30 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years71 (5.9%)63 (5.9%)
30 to 34 Years173 (14.5%)22 (2.0%)
35 to 39 Years74 (6.2%)117 (10.9%)
40 to 44 Years21 (1.8%)12 (1.1%)
45 to 49 Years25 (2.1%)48 (4.5%)
50 to 54 Years77 (6.5%)23 (2.1%)
55 to 59 Years72 (6.0%)33 (3.1%)
60 to 64 Years41 (3.4%)166 (15.4%)
65 to 69 Years103 (8.6%)192 (17.8%)
70 to 74 Years181 (15.2%)73 (6.8%)
75 to 79 Years22 (1.8%)110 (10.2%)
80 to 84 Years26 (2.2%)11 (1.0%)
85 Years and over10 (0.8%)85 (7.9%)
Total1,194 (100.0%)1,077 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Chester

Median Family Size in Chester

The median family size in Chester is 2.96 persons per family, with single male/father families (31 | 5.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.26 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (100 | 16.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.38 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Chester
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple466 (78.1%)3.00
Single Male/Father31 (5.2%)4.26
Single Female/Mother100 (16.8%)2.38
Total Families597 (100.0%)2.96

Median Household Size in Chester

The median household size in Chester is 2.36 persons per household, with single male/father households (31 | 3.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.26 persons per household. non-family households (350 | 37.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.27 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Chester
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple466 (49.2%)3.00
Single Male/Father31 (3.3%)4.26
Single Female/Mother100 (10.6%)2.60
Non-family350 (37.0%)1.27
Total Households947 (100.0%)2.36

Household Size by Marriage Status in Chester

Out of a total of 947 households in Chester, 597 (63.0%) are family households, while 350 (37.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 277, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 287.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Chester
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-287 (30.3%)
2-Person Households277 (29.2%)63 (6.7%)
3-Person Households154 (16.3%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households145 (15.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households21 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total597 (63.0%)350 (37.0%)

Female Fertility in Chester

Fertility by Age in Chester

Average fertility rate in Chester is 172.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 588.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Chester
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years50 (100.0%)588.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total50 (100.0%)172.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Chester

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Chester
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Chester

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Chester
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School15 (30.0%)349.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree35 (70.0%)574.0
Total50 (100.0%)172.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Chester

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Chester
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School15 (100.0%)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 Degree35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Chester

Income Overview in Chester

Per Capita Income in Chester is $46,194, while median incomes of families and households are $97,917 and $78,657 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,271$46,194
Median Family Income597$97,917
Mean Family Income597$131,646
Median Household Income947$78,657
Mean Household Income947$103,130
Income Deficit597$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,27144.87%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,27155.13¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,2710.42

Earnings by Sex in Chester

Average Earnings in Chester are $36,827, $53,155 for men and $29,304 for women, a difference of 44.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Chester
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male599 (52.3%)$53,155
Female546 (47.7%)$29,304
Total1,145 (100.0%)$36,827

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Chester

The most common earnings brackets in Chester are $2,499 or less for men (108 | 18.0%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (97 | 17.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Chester
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less108 (18.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,99915 (2.5%)13 (2.4%)
$5,000 to $7,49916 (2.7%)33 (6.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)15 (2.8%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)34 (6.2%)
$15,000 to $17,49923 (3.8%)86 (15.8%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)15 (2.8%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)7 (1.3%)
$22,500 to $24,99914 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99947 (7.9%)97 (17.8%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)21 (3.8%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)39 (7.1%)
$40,000 to $44,99950 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99942 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99989 (14.9%)67 (12.3%)
$65,000 to $74,99970 (11.7%)35 (6.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99941 (6.8%)17 (3.1%)
$100,000+84 (14.0%)67 (12.3%)
Total599 (100.0%)546 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Chester

Average earnings in Chester are $57,786 for men and $29,497 for women, a difference of 48.9%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $150,125, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $2,499. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $16,400, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $16,400.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Chester
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$2,499$0
High School Diploma$70,594$16,400
College or Associate's Degree$41,350$0
Bachelor's Degree$150,125$0
Graduate Degree--
Total$57,786$29,497

Family Income in Chester

Family Income Brackets in Chester

According to the Chester family income data, there are 163 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 27.3% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Chester
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999366.0%
$25,000 to $34,999213.5%
$35,000 to $49,99991.5%
$50,000 to $74,99912220.4%
$75,000 to $99,99912320.6%
$100,000 to $149,9997512.6%
$150,000 to $199,999488.0%
$200,000+16327.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Chester

3-person families (175 | 29.3%) account for the highest median family income in Chester with $117,768 per family, while 2-person families (277 | 46.4%) have the highest median income of $48,656 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Chester
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families277 (46.4%)$97,313
3-Person Families175 (29.3%)$117,768
4-Person Families124 (20.8%)$0
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families21 (3.5%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total597 (100.0%)$97,917

Family Income by Number of Earners in Chester

Family Income by Number of Earners in Chester
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners116 (19.4%)$59,857
1 Earner126 (21.1%)$90,735
2 Earners294 (49.2%)$195,294
3+ Earners61 (10.2%)$0
Total597 (100.0%)$97,917

Household Income in Chester

Household Income Brackets in Chester

With 190 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Chester, accounting for 20.1% of all households. In contrast, only 17 households (1.8%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Chester
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000333.5%
$10,000 to $14,999171.8%
$15,000 to $24,999555.8%
$25,000 to $34,999586.1%
$35,000 to $49,99914315.1%
$50,000 to $74,99913814.6%
$75,000 to $99,99919020.1%
$100,000 to $149,999929.7%
$150,000 to $199,999535.6%
$200,000+16817.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Chester

The median household income in Chester is $78,657, with the highest median household income of $163,750 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 283 households (29.9%) 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 (1.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Chester
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years14 (1.5%)$0
25 to 44 Years233 (24.6%)$85,893
45 to 64 Years283 (29.9%)$163,750
65+ Years417 (44.0%)$52,266
Total947 (100.0%)$78,657

Poverty in Chester

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Chester

With 5.4% poverty level for males and 13.0% for females among the residents of Chester, 16 and 17 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 1 males (100.0%) and 24 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Chester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years26 (19.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years1 (1.9%)15 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years14 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years22 (23.2%)36 (27.9%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)63 (32.3%)
Total64 (5.4%)138 (13.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Chester

According to the poverty statistics in Chester, males aged under 5 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 Chester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years111 (81.0%)70 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years52 (98.1%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years230 (94.3%)85 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years73 (76.8%)93 (72.1%)
45 to 54 Years102 (100.0%)71 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years102 (100.0%)199 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years284 (100.0%)259 (100.0%)
75 Years and over58 (100.0%)132 (67.7%)
Total1,119 (94.6%)922 (87.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Chester

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Chester show that 7.7% or 36 of the total 466 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 36.0%, comprising of 36 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 Chester
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children345 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children64 (64.0%)36 (36.0%)
3 or 4 Children21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total430 (92.3%)36 (7.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Chester

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Chester
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 Chester

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Chester
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children36 (36.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total36 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Chester

Employment by Class of Employer in Chester

Among the 1,085 employed individuals in Chester, private company employees (387 | 35.7%), not-for-profit organizations (210 | 19.4%), and state government employees (183 | 16.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Chester
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees38735.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)746.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)343.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations21019.4%
Local Government Employees656.0%
State Government Employees18316.9%
Federal Government Employees13212.2%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,085100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Chester

According to the labor force statistics for Chester, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,933), 58.6% or 1,133 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.0% or 23 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 30 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 11.7% or 22 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Chester
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years39 (75.0%)1 (2.6%)
20 to 24 Years30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years134 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years195 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years188 (83.9%)22 (11.7%)
45 to 54 Years173 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years73 (69.5%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years144 (69.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years156 (28.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,133 (58.6%)23 (2.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Chester

According to labor force statistics for Chester, 87.4% of individuals (907) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,038) are in the labor force, with 2.4% or 22 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 100.0% or 162 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.3% or 22 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Chester
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School162 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma197 (86.4%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree301 (82.5%)27 (7.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher247 (87.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total907 (87.4%)25 (2.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Chester

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Chester are Community & Social Service (89 | 8.0%), Management (61 | 5.5%), Education Instruction & Library (56 | 5.1%), Business & Financial (38 | 3.4%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (38 | 3.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Chester

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Chester, the most male-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Business & Financial (60.5%), and Community & Social Service (41.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Chester
OccupationMaleFemale
Management18 (29.5%)43 (70.5%)
Business & Financial23 (60.5%)15 (39.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)38 (100.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 37 (41.6%)52 (58.4%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library21 (37.5%)35 (62.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)78 (31.1%)173 (68.9%)
Total (Overall)598 (54.0%)510 (46.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Chester are Healthcare Support (115 | 10.4%), Security & Protection (92 | 8.3%), Firefighting & Prevention (92 | 8.3%), Personal Care & Service (40 | 3.6%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (15 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations in Chester

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Chester, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Healthcare Support (13.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Healthcare Support (86.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Chester
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support16 (13.9%)99 (86.1%)
Security & Protection92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)40 (100.0%)
Total (Category)108 (41.2%)154 (58.8%)
Total (Overall)598 (54.0%)510 (46.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Chester are Office & Administration (131 | 11.8%), and Sales & Related (130 | 11.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Chester

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Chester
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related52 (40.0%)78 (60.0%)
Office & Administration69 (52.7%)62 (47.3%)
Total (Category)121 (46.4%)140 (53.6%)
Total (Overall)598 (54.0%)510 (46.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Chester are Construction & Extraction (72 | 6.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (37 | 3.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (27 | 2.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Chester

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Chester
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Construction & Extraction72 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)109 (80.1%)27 (19.9%)
Total (Overall)598 (54.0%)510 (46.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Chester are Material Moving (160 | 14.4%), Production (37 | 3.3%), and Transportation (1 | 0.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Chester

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Chester
OccupationMaleFemale
Production21 (56.8%)16 (43.2%)
Transportation1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving160 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)182 (91.9%)16 (8.1%)
Total (Overall)598 (54.0%)510 (46.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Chester

Employment Industries in Chester

The major employment industries in Chester include Health Care & Social Assistance (237 | 21.4%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (176 | 15.9%), Manufacturing (100 | 9.0%), Educational Services (98 | 8.8%), and Retail Trade (73 | 6.6%).
Employment Industries in Chester

Employment Industries by Sex in Chester

The Chester industries that see more men than women are Information (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Construction (78.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (75.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Chester
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting121 (68.8%)55 (31.2%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction54 (78.3%)15 (21.7%)
Manufacturing44 (44.0%)56 (56.0%)
Wholesale Trade7 (25.0%)21 (75.0%)
Retail Trade51 (69.9%)22 (30.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific41 (73.2%)15 (26.8%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Educational Services46 (46.9%)52 (53.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance110 (46.4%)127 (53.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services14 (38.9%)22 (61.1%)
Public Administration31 (44.3%)39 (55.7%)
Total598 (54.0%)510 (46.0%)

Education in Chester

School Enrollment in Chester

The most common levels of schooling among the 276 students in Chester are middle school (104 | 37.7%), elementary school (102 | 37.0%), and high school (30 | 10.9%).
School Enrollment in Chester
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool82.9%
Kindergarten165.8%
Elementary School10237.0%
Middle School10437.7%
High School3010.9%
College / Undergraduate165.8%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total276100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Chester

Out of a total of 276 students who are enrolled in schools in Chester, 35 (12.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 241 (87.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 35 (33.7% 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 8 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Chester
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old118 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds69 (66.3%)35 (33.7%)
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 Olds16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total241 (87.3%)35 (12.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Chester

Bio, nature & agricultural (125 | 31.3%), arts & humanities (90 | 22.6%), business (68 | 17.0%), communications (41 | 10.3%), and education (28 | 7.0%) are the most common fields of study among 399 individuals in Chester who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Chester
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural12531.3%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences174.3%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology51.3%
Business6817.0%
Education287.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts256.3%
Communications4110.3%
Arts & Humanities9022.6%
Total399100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Chester

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Chester

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Chester are males with 2 vehicles (262, accounting for 45.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (215, making up 51.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Chester
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle51 (8.9%)42 (8.2%)
2 Vehicles262 (45.8%)215 (42.2%)
3 Vehicles82 (14.3%)134 (26.3%)
4 Vehicles59 (10.3%)25 (4.9%)
5 or more Vehicles118 (20.6%)94 (18.4%)
Total572 (100.0%)510 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Chester

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Chester are less than 5 minutes (378 commuters, 38.2%), 5 to 9 minutes (258 commuters, 26.1%), and 60 to 89 minutes (94 commuters, 9.5%).
Commute Time in Chester
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes37838.2%
5 to 9 Minutes25826.1%
10 to 14 Minutes787.9%
15 to 19 Minutes363.6%
20 to 24 Minutes474.8%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes676.8%
35 to 39 Minutes161.6%
40 to 44 Minutes151.5%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes949.5%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Chester

The most common commute times in Chester are less than 5 minutes (182 commuters, 33.2%) for males and less than 5 minutes (196 commuters, 44.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Chester
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes182 (33.2%)196 (44.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes130 (23.7%)128 (29.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes78 (14.2%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes14 (2.5%)22 (5.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes29 (5.3%)18 (4.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes21 (3.8%)46 (10.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)16 (3.6%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)15 (3.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes94 (17.2%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Chester

The most frequent times of departure to work in Chester are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (160, 29.2%) for males and 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (124, 28.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Chester
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM27 (4.9%)124 (28.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)22 (5.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM160 (29.2%)21 (4.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM23 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM64 (11.7%)16 (3.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM59 (10.8%)81 (18.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM45 (8.2%)73 (16.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM28 (5.1%)25 (5.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)13 (2.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM74 (13.5%)17 (3.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)27 (6.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM14 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM14 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM40 (7.3%)22 (5.0%)
Total548 (100.0%)441 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Chester

Occupancy by Ownership in Chester

Of the total 947 dwellings in Chester, owner-occupied units account for 748 (79.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 199 (21.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Chester
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units74879.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units19921.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units947100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Chester

Occupancy by Household Size in Chester
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household28730.3%
2-Person Household34035.9%
3-Person Household15416.3%
4+ Person Household16617.5%
Total Housing Units947100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Chester

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Chester
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household207 (72.1%)80 (27.9%)
2-Person Household305 (89.7%)35 (10.3%)
3-Person Household154 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household82 (49.4%)84 (50.6%)
Total Housing Units748 (79.0%)199 (21.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Chester

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Chester
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School35 (60.3%)23 (39.7%)
High School Diploma154 (78.6%)42 (21.4%)
College/Associate Degree367 (82.7%)77 (17.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher192 (77.1%)57 (22.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Chester

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Chester
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years788.2%
35 to 44 Years16917.8%
45 to 54 Years707.4%
55 to 64 Years21322.5%
65 to 74 Years27328.8%
75 to 84 Years798.3%
85 Years and Over656.9%
Total947100.0%

Housing Finances in Chester

Median Income by Occupancy in Chester

Median Income by Occupancy in Chester
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied748 (79.0%)$92,679
Renter-Occupied199 (21.0%)$42,560
Average947 (100.0%)$78,657

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Chester

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Chester
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)33 (16.6%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99911 (1.5%)6 (3.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)9 (4.5%)
$20,000 to $24,99910 (1.3%)36 (18.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99958 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999107 (14.3%)36 (18.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999120 (16.0%)18 (9.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999129 (17.2%)61 (30.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99992 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more221 (29.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total748 (100.0%)199 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Chester

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Chester
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30084 (11.2%)6 (3.0%)
$300 to $49972 (9.6%)33 (16.6%)
$500 to $799151 (20.2%)44 (22.1%)
$800 to $99917 (2.3%)15 (7.5%)
$1,000 to $1,499205 (27.4%)101 (50.7%)
$1,500 to $1,999161 (21.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49923 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99930 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more5 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total748 (100.0%)199 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Chester

Housing Structures in Chester

Housing Structures in Chester
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached78683.0%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments272.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments333.5%
Mobile Home / Other10110.7%
Total947100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Chester

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Chester
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached664 (84.5%)122 (15.5%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
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%)33 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other84 (83.2%)17 (16.8%)
Total748 (79.0%)199 (21.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Chester

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Chester
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms46 (6.1%)33 (16.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms376 (50.3%)132 (66.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms290 (38.8%)17 (8.5%)
8 or more Rooms36 (4.8%)17 (8.5%)
Total748 (100.0%)199 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Chester

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Chester
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas135 (18.0%)9 (4.5%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas83 (11.1%)27 (13.6%)
Electricity6 (0.8%)33 (16.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene28 (3.7%)42 (21.1%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels496 (66.3%)88 (44.2%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total748 (100.0%)199 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Chester

Household Vehicle Usage in Chester
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle6 (0.8%)48 (24.1%)
1 Vehicle199 (26.6%)32 (16.1%)
2 Vehicles259 (34.6%)63 (31.7%)
3 or more Vehicles284 (38.0%)56 (28.1%)
Total748 (100.0%)199 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Chester

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Chester

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units270478
Median Property Value--
Median Household Income$44,608$155
Monthly Housing Costs$383$5
Real Estate Taxes$1,939$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Chester

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Chester
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00084 (31.1%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99998 (36.3%)335 (70.1%)
$300,000 to $499,99988 (32.6%)80 (16.7%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)58 (12.1%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)5 (1.1%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total270 (100.0%)478 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Chester

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Chester
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99921 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99944 (16.3%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99983 (30.7%)14 (2.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99941 (15.2%)24 (5.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99915 (5.6%)79 (16.5%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)114 (23.8%)
$150,000 or more66 (24.4%)92 (19.3%)
Total270 (100.0%)478 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Chester

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Chester
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x115 (42.6%)118,145 (24,716.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x65 (24.1%)206 (43.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x10 (3.7%)174 (36.4%)
4.0x or more80 (29.6%)31 (6.5%)
Total270 (100.0%)478 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Chester

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Chester
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80011 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49946 (17.0%)16 (3.4%)
$800 to $1,499129 (47.8%)185 (38.7%)
Total270 (100.0%)478 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Chester

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chester

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chester
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years100 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years252 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years67 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years329 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years224 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years133 (76.9%)40 (23.1%)
55 to 64 Years284 (94.4%)17 (5.7%)
65 to 74 Years543 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older253 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,185 (97.5%)57 (2.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Chester

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Chester
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born100 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen252 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen67 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Chester

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Chester
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000169 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999296 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999274 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999400 (87.5%)57 (12.5%)
$100,000 and over1,042 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chester

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chester
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 648 (48.0%)52 (52.0%)
6 to 18 Years176 (69.8%)108 (42.9%)
19 to 25 Years14 (20.9%)53 (79.1%)
25 to 34 Years135 (41.0%)194 (59.0%)
35 to 44 Years100 (44.6%)181 (80.8%)
45 to 54 Years7 (4.1%)126 (72.8%)
55 to 64 Years36 (12.0%)283 (94.0%)
65 to 74 Years518 (95.4%)379 (69.8%)
75 Years and over253 (100.0%)155 (61.3%)
Total1,287 (57.4%)1,531 (68.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Chester

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Chester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years1 (0.6%)13 (12.1%)
18 to 34 Years14 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years66 (22.1%)45 (11.3%)
65 to 74 Years107 (37.7%)98 (37.8%)
75 Years and over10 (17.2%)83 (42.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Chester

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Chester: <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 Years22 (7.4%)9 (2.3%)
65 to 74 Years28 (9.9%)14 (5.4%)
75 Years and over10 (17.2%)41 (21.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Chester: <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 Years32 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)46 (23.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Chester: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years1 (0.6%)13 (12.1%)
18 to 34 Years14 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years23 (7.7%)36 (9.0%)
65 to 74 Years34 (12.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)12 (6.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Chester: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)13 (12.1%)
18 to 34 Years14 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years44 (14.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years107 (37.7%)84 (32.4%)
75 Years and over10 (17.2%)78 (40.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Chester: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)13 (12.1%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years12 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years25 (8.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)55 (28.2%)

Technology Access in Chester

Computing Device Access in Chester

Computing Device Access in Chester
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop69973.8%
Smartphone73377.4%
Tablet49151.8%
No Computing Device10411.0%
Total947100.0%

Internet Access in Chester

Internet Access in Chester
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home36138.1%
Cellular Data Only48250.9%
Satellite Internet929.7%
No Internet848.9%
Total947100.0%

Chester Summary

Chester, California is a small town located in Plumas County in the Sierra Nevada mountain range. It is situated at an elevation of 4,000 feet and is surrounded by the Feather River and the Sierra Valley. The town was founded in 1852 and is the oldest settlement in Plumas County. It is home to a population of approximately 1,000 people.

Geography

Chester is located in the Sierra Nevada mountain range, approximately 40 miles northeast of Chico, California. It is situated at an elevation of 4,000 feet and is surrounded by the Feather River and the Sierra Valley. The town is located in a valley surrounded by mountains, including the Sierra Buttes, which are the highest peaks in the area. The climate in Chester is generally mild, with temperatures ranging from the mid-30s in the winter to the mid-90s in the summer.

Economy

Chester’s economy is largely based on tourism and agriculture. The town is home to several small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and lodging. The town is also home to a number of outdoor recreation activities, including fishing, hunting, camping, and hiking. The nearby Sierra Buttes are a popular destination for rock climbing and mountain biking.
Agriculture is also an important part of the local economy. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including hay, alfalfa, and grains. The nearby Sierra Valley is also home to a number of cattle ranches.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Chester had a population of 1,000 people. The racial makeup of the town was 94.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.3% Pacific Islander, and 2.7% from other races. The median household income was $37,500, and the median age was 44.
Chester is a small, rural town with a close-knit community. The town is home to a number of churches, including the Chester United Methodist Church, the Chester Presbyterian Church, and the Chester Baptist Church. The town also has a number of civic organizations, including the Chester Lions Club and the Chester Historical Society.

Conclusion

Chester, California is a small town located in Plumas County in the Sierra Nevada mountain range. It is situated at an elevation of 4,000 feet and is surrounded by the Feather River and the Sierra Valley. The town was founded in 1852 and is the oldest settlement in Plumas County. It is home to a population of approximately 1,000 people. The economy of Chester is largely based on tourism and agriculture, and the town is home to several small businesses, farms, and outdoor recreation activities. The racial makeup of the town is 94.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.3% Pacific Islander, and 2.7% from other races. The median household income was $37,500, and the median age was 44. Chester is a small, rural town with a close-knit community and a number of churches and civic organizations.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Chester?
Total Population of Chester is 2,271.
What is the Total Male Population of Chester?
Total Male Population of Chester is 1,194.
What is the Total Female Population of Chester?
Total Female Population of Chester is 1,077.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Chester?
There are 110.86 Males per 100 Females in Chester.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Chester?
There are 90.20 Females per 100 Males in Chester.
What is the Median Population Age in Chester?
Median Population Age in Chester is 54.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Chester
Average Family Size in Chester is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Chester
Average Household Size in Chester is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Chester?
Per Capita income in Chester is $46,194.
What is the Median Family Income in Chester?
Median Family Income in Chester is $97,917.
What is the Median Household income in Chester?
Median Household Income in Chester is $78,657.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Chester?
Income or Wage Gap in Chester is 44.9%.
Women in Chester earn 55.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Chester?
Inequality or Gini Index in Chester is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Chester?
There are 1,133 People in the Labor Forcein in Chester.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Chester?
58.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Chester.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Chester?
Unemployment Rate in Chester is 2.0%.