Mineral County, CO Map & Demographics

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Mineral County Overview

$37,647
PER CAPITA INCOME
$67,344
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$58,929
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
54.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
45.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.39
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
794
TOTAL POPULATION
395
MALE POPULATION
399
FEMALE POPULATION
99.00
MALES / 100 FEMALES
101.01
FEMALES / 100 MALES
54.7
MEDIAN AGE
2.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
436
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Mineral County Area Codes

Income in Mineral County

Income Overview in Mineral County

Per Capita Income in Mineral County is $37,647, while median incomes of families and households are $67,344 and $58,929 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income794$37,647
Median Family Income255$67,344
Mean Family Income255$88,542
Median Household Income418$58,929
Mean Household Income418$72,350
Income Deficit255$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)79454.64%
Wage / Income Gap ($)79445.36¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index7940.39

Earnings by Sex in Mineral County

Average Earnings in Mineral County are $24,519, $40,000 for men and $18,142 for women, a difference of 54.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Mineral County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male266 (52.7%)$40,000
Female239 (47.3%)$18,142
Total505 (100.0%)$24,519

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mineral County

The most common earnings brackets in Mineral County are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (38 | 14.3%) and $17,500 to $19,999 for women (37 | 15.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mineral County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less27 (10.2%)8 (3.4%)
$2,500 to $4,9992 (0.7%)15 (6.3%)
$5,000 to $7,4992 (0.7%)13 (5.4%)
$7,500 to $9,9994 (1.5%)35 (14.6%)
$10,000 to $12,49918 (6.8%)17 (7.1%)
$12,500 to $14,9996 (2.3%)22 (9.2%)
$15,000 to $17,4993 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9992 (0.7%)37 (15.5%)
$20,000 to $22,4998 (3.0%)2 (0.8%)
$22,500 to $24,9996 (2.3%)33 (13.8%)
$25,000 to $29,99929 (10.9%)3 (1.3%)
$30,000 to $34,99914 (5.3%)9 (3.8%)
$35,000 to $39,99912 (4.5%)9 (3.8%)
$40,000 to $44,9995 (1.9%)10 (4.2%)
$45,000 to $49,99916 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9995 (1.9%)3 (1.3%)
$55,000 to $64,99930 (11.3%)13 (5.4%)
$65,000 to $74,99938 (14.3%)4 (1.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99915 (5.6%)2 (0.8%)
$100,000+24 (9.0%)4 (1.7%)
Total266 (100.0%)239 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mineral County

Average earnings in Mineral County are $43,750 for men and $18,378 for women, a difference of 58.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $65,000, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $26,667. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $24,120, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $9,150.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mineral County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$48,571$24,120
Bachelor's Degree$26,667$14,028
Graduate Degree$65,000$19,250
Total$43,750$18,378

Family Income in Mineral County

Family Income Brackets in Mineral County

According to the Mineral County family income data, there are 93 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 36.5% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Mineral County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00031.2%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99983.1%
$25,000 to $34,999145.5%
$35,000 to $49,999197.5%
$50,000 to $74,9999336.5%
$75,000 to $99,9994316.9%
$100,000 to $149,9995120.0%
$150,000 to $199,999124.7%
$200,000+124.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mineral County

4-person families (39 | 15.3%) account for the highest median family income in Mineral County with $82,875 per family, while 2-person families (196 | 76.9%) have the highest median income of $33,282 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mineral County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families196 (76.9%)$66,563
3-Person Families13 (5.1%)$0
4-Person Families39 (15.3%)$82,875
5-Person Families7 (2.8%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total255 (100.0%)$67,344

Family Income by Number of Earners in Mineral County

Family Income by Number of Earners in Mineral County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners58 (22.8%)$87,500
1 Earner35 (13.7%)$57,083
2 Earners155 (60.8%)$65,417
3+ Earners7 (2.8%)$0
Total255 (100.0%)$67,344

Household Income in Mineral County

Household Income Brackets in Mineral County

With 130 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Mineral County, accounting for 31.1% of all households. In contrast, only 12 households (2.9%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Mineral County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000399.3%
$10,000 to $14,999194.5%
$15,000 to $24,999204.8%
$25,000 to $34,999174.1%
$35,000 to $49,9995513.2%
$50,000 to $74,99913031.1%
$75,000 to $99,9994811.5%
$100,000 to $149,9996214.8%
$150,000 to $199,999122.9%
$200,000+163.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Mineral County

The median household income in Mineral County is $58,929, with the highest median household income of $61,538 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 146 households (34.9%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Mineral County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years128 (30.6%)$52,500
45 to 64 Years146 (34.9%)$61,538
65+ Years144 (34.4%)$61,389
Total418 (100.0%)$58,929

Poverty in Mineral County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mineral County

With 5.8% poverty level for males and 16.5% for females among the residents of Mineral County, 5 year old males and 25 to 34 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 3 males (100.0%) and 19 females (42.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mineral County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)5 (27.8%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years4 (57.1%)1 (14.3%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)19 (42.2%)
35 to 44 Years4 (8.2%)18 (26.5%)
45 to 54 Years6 (11.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years3 (3.7%)15 (15.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over3 (6.0%)8 (24.2%)
Total23 (5.8%)66 (16.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mineral County

According to the poverty statistics in Mineral County, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 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 Mineral County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years5 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years8 (100.0%)13 (72.2%)
12 to 14 Years4 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)
15 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years3 (42.9%)6 (85.7%)
25 to 34 Years48 (100.0%)26 (57.8%)
35 to 44 Years45 (91.8%)50 (73.5%)
45 to 54 Years46 (88.5%)31 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years79 (96.3%)80 (84.2%)
65 to 74 Years76 (100.0%)56 (100.0%)
75 Years and over47 (94.0%)25 (75.8%)
Total372 (94.2%)333 (83.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mineral County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Mineral County show that 2.5% or 6 of the total 245 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 6.1%, comprising of 3 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.5%, which includes 3 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mineral County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children193 (98.5%)3 (1.5%)
1 or 2 Children46 (93.9%)3 (6.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total239 (97.6%)6 (2.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mineral County

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mineral County
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 Mineral County

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Mineral County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children3 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children3 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)

Race in Mineral County

The most populous races in Mineral County are White / Caucasian (747 | 94.1%), Two or more Races (34 | 4.3%), and Hispanic or Latino (21 | 2.6%).
Race in Mineral County
Race# Population% Population
Asian60.8%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino212.6%
Native / Alaskan10.1%
White / Caucasian74794.1%
Two or more Races344.3%
Some other Race60.8%
Total794100.0%

Ancestry in Mineral County

The most populous ancestries reported in Mineral County are German (230 | 29.0%), Irish (147 | 18.5%), English (92 | 11.6%), Italian (49 | 6.2%), and Polish (43 | 5.4%), together accounting for 70.7% of all Mineral County residents.
Ancestry in Mineral County
Ancestry# Population% Population
American121.5%
Austrian30.4%
Basque70.9%
British182.3%
Cambodian283.5%
Cherokee50.6%
Chickasaw40.5%
Czech20.3%
Dutch141.8%
Eastern European81.0%
English9211.6%
European101.3%
French131.6%
French Canadian253.2%
German23029.0%
Hungarian40.5%
Irish14718.5%
Italian496.2%
Mexican81.0%
Northern European30.4%
Norwegian151.9%
Polish435.4%
Portuguese81.0%
Russian50.6%
Scotch-Irish293.6%
Scottish384.8%
Spaniard50.6%
Swedish131.6%
Welsh212.6%
Yugoslavian50.6%
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Immigrants in Mineral County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Mineral County came from Eastern Europe (5 | 0.6%), Europe (5 | 0.6%), and Russia (5 | 0.6%), together accounting for 1.9% of all Mineral County residents.
Immigrants in Mineral County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Eastern Europe50.6%
Europe50.6%
Russia50.6%
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Sex and Age in Mineral County

Sex and Age in Mineral County

The most populous age groups in Mineral County are 65 to 69 Years (46 | 11.7%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (55 | 13.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Mineral County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years5 (1.3%)26 (6.5%)
5 to 9 Years3 (0.8%)18 (4.5%)
10 to 14 Years12 (3.0%)20 (5.0%)
15 to 19 Years13 (3.3%)1 (0.3%)
20 to 24 Years5 (1.3%)6 (1.5%)
25 to 29 Years3 (0.8%)42 (10.5%)
30 to 34 Years45 (11.4%)3 (0.7%)
35 to 39 Years16 (4.1%)22 (5.5%)
40 to 44 Years33 (8.4%)46 (11.5%)
45 to 49 Years16 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
50 to 54 Years36 (9.1%)31 (7.8%)
55 to 59 Years41 (10.4%)40 (10.0%)
60 to 64 Years41 (10.4%)55 (13.8%)
65 to 69 Years46 (11.7%)39 (9.8%)
70 to 74 Years30 (7.6%)17 (4.3%)
75 to 79 Years42 (10.6%)13 (3.3%)
80 to 84 Years6 (1.5%)17 (4.3%)
85 Years and over2 (0.5%)3 (0.7%)
Total395 (100.0%)399 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Mineral County

Median Family Size in Mineral County

The median family size in Mineral County is 2.38 persons per family, with single male/father families (4 | 1.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.5 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (6 | 2.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.00 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Mineral County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple245 (96.1%)2.39
Single Male/Father4 (1.6%)2.50
Single Female/Mother6 (2.4%)2.00
Total Families255 (100.0%)2.38

Median Household Size in Mineral County

The median household size in Mineral County is 1.88 persons per household, with single male/father households (4 | 1.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.5 persons per household. non-family households (163 | 39.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.09 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Mineral County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple245 (58.6%)2.39
Single Male/Father4 (1.0%)2.50
Single Female/Mother6 (1.4%)2.00
Non-family163 (39.0%)1.09
Total Households418 (100.0%)1.88

Household Size by Marriage Status in Mineral County

Out of a total of 418 households in Mineral County, 255 (61.0%) are family households, while 163 (39.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 196, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 145.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Mineral County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-145 (34.7%)
2-Person Households196 (46.9%)18 (4.3%)
3-Person Households13 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households39 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households7 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total255 (61.0%)163 (39.0%)

Female Fertility in Mineral County

Fertility by Age in Mineral County

Average fertility rate in Mineral County is 78.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 132.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Mineral County
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 years10 (100.0%)132.0
Total10 (100.0%)78.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mineral County

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mineral County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Mineral County

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Mineral County
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 Degree10 (100.0%)222.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total10 (100.0%)78.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mineral County

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mineral County
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 Degree10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Mineral County

Employment by Class of Employer in Mineral County

Among the 413 employed individuals in Mineral County, private company employees (138 | 33.4%), local government employees (61 | 14.8%), and not-for-profit organizations (54 | 13.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Mineral County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees13833.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)409.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)5212.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations5413.1%
Local Government Employees6114.8%
State Government Employees286.8%
Federal Government Employees317.5%
Unpaid Family Workers92.2%
Total413100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Mineral County

According to the labor force statistics for Mineral County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (707), 61.7% or 436 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.8% or 21 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 16 to 19 years, with 100.0% or 11 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 72.7% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Mineral County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years11 (100.0%)8 (72.7%)
20 to 24 Years9 (81.8%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years26 (57.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years48 (100.0%)2 (4.2%)
35 to 44 Years95 (81.2%)6 (6.3%)
45 to 54 Years78 (94.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years66 (81.5%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years45 (46.9%)5 (11.1%)
65 to 74 Years56 (42.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over2 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total436 (61.7%)21 (4.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mineral County

According to labor force statistics for Mineral County, 76.2% of individuals (358) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (470) are in the labor force, with 3.7% or 13 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 83.5% or 222 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.8% or 6 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mineral County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School2 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma51 (58.0%)10 (11.8%)
College / Associate Degree83 (75.5%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher222 (83.5%)9 (3.2%)
Total358 (76.2%)17 (3.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Mineral County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mineral County are Management (84 | 20.4%), Community & Social Service (68 | 16.5%), Education Instruction & Library (53 | 12.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (22 | 5.3%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (20 | 4.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Mineral County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mineral County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Management (69.1%), and Health Technologists (63.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (79.2%), and Community & Social Service (73.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Mineral County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management58 (69.1%)26 (30.9%)
Business & Financial4 (57.1%)3 (42.9%)
Computers, Engineering & Science6 (30.0%)14 (70.0%)
Computers & Mathematics4 (50.0%)4 (50.0%)
Architecture & Engineering2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 18 (26.5%)50 (73.5%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library11 (20.7%)42 (79.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment7 (46.7%)8 (53.3%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating7 (31.8%)15 (68.2%)
Health Technologists7 (63.6%)4 (36.4%)
Total (Category)93 (46.3%)108 (53.7%)
Total (Overall)214 (51.9%)198 (48.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Mineral County are Food Preparation & Serving (26 | 6.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (14 | 3.4%), Healthcare Support (12 | 2.9%), Security & Protection (4 | 1.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (4 | 1.0%).
Services Occupations in Mineral County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Mineral County, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (73.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (42.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Mineral County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Security & Protection4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving19 (73.1%)7 (26.9%)
Cleaning & Maintenance8 (57.1%)6 (42.9%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Total (Category)31 (52.5%)28 (47.5%)
Total (Overall)214 (51.9%)198 (48.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Mineral County are Sales & Related (52 | 12.6%), and Office & Administration (40 | 9.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Mineral County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Mineral County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related32 (61.5%)20 (38.5%)
Office & Administration23 (57.5%)17 (42.5%)
Total (Category)55 (59.8%)37 (40.2%)
Total (Overall)214 (51.9%)198 (48.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Mineral County are Construction & Extraction (25 | 6.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (25 | 6.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (4 | 1.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Mineral County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Mineral County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair2 (8.0%)23 (92.0%)
Total (Category)31 (57.4%)23 (42.6%)
Total (Overall)214 (51.9%)198 (48.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Mineral County are Production (4 | 1.0%), and Material Moving (2 | 0.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Mineral County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Mineral County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total (Category)4 (66.7%)2 (33.3%)
Total (Overall)214 (51.9%)198 (48.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Mineral County

Employment Industries in Mineral County

The major employment industries in Mineral County include Construction (75 | 18.2%), Educational Services (70 | 17.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (42 | 10.2%), Retail Trade (41 | 10.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (40 | 9.7%).
Employment Industries in Mineral County

Employment Industries by Sex in Mineral County

The Mineral County industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Construction (92.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (85.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (83.3%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (77.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Mineral County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction69 (92.0%)6 (8.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade25 (61.0%)16 (39.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing2 (28.6%)5 (71.4%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information3 (42.9%)4 (57.1%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing9 (45.0%)11 (55.0%)
Professional & Scientific12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support11 (73.3%)4 (26.7%)
Educational Services10 (14.3%)60 (85.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance5 (16.7%)25 (83.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation9 (22.5%)31 (77.5%)
Accommodation & Food Services26 (61.9%)16 (38.1%)
Public Administration29 (74.4%)10 (25.6%)
Total214 (51.9%)198 (48.1%)

Education in Mineral County

School Enrollment in Mineral County

The most common levels of schooling among the 49 students in Mineral County are middle school (22 | 44.9%), elementary school (13 | 26.5%), and high school (9 | 18.4%).
School Enrollment in Mineral County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool36.1%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School1326.5%
Middle School2244.9%
High School918.4%
College / Undergraduate24.1%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total49100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mineral County

Out of a total of 49 students who are enrolled in schools in Mineral County, 2 (4.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 47 (95.9%) 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 2 (25.0% 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 16 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mineral County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds6 (75.0%)2 (25.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total47 (95.9%)2 (4.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mineral County

Bio, nature & agricultural (69 | 15.2%), social sciences (59 | 13.0%), visual & performing arts (55 | 12.1%), business (52 | 11.5%), and education (39 | 8.6%) are the most common fields of study among 453 individuals in Mineral County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mineral County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics204.4%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural6915.2%
Physical & Health Sciences214.6%
Psychology265.7%
Social Sciences5913.0%
Engineering30.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies10.2%
Science & Technology265.7%
Business5211.5%
Education398.6%
Literature & Languages112.4%
Liberal Arts & History398.6%
Visual & Performing Arts5512.1%
Communications30.7%
Arts & Humanities296.4%
Total453100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Mineral County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mineral County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Mineral County are males with 2 vehicles (108, accounting for 51.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (85, making up 55.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mineral County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle5 (2.4%)5 (2.6%)
1 Vehicle39 (18.5%)15 (7.7%)
2 Vehicles108 (51.2%)85 (43.6%)
3 Vehicles43 (20.4%)68 (34.9%)
4 Vehicles4 (1.9%)7 (3.6%)
5 or more Vehicles12 (5.7%)15 (7.7%)
Total211 (100.0%)195 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Mineral County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Mineral County are 10 to 14 minutes (108 commuters, 28.6%), 5 to 9 minutes (76 commuters, 20.1%), and 15 to 19 minutes (70 commuters, 18.5%).
Commute Time in Mineral County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes6717.7%
5 to 9 Minutes7620.1%
10 to 14 Minutes10828.6%
15 to 19 Minutes7018.5%
20 to 24 Minutes41.1%
25 to 29 Minutes10.3%
30 to 34 Minutes164.2%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes195.0%
60 to 89 Minutes174.5%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Mineral County

The most common commute times in Mineral County are 15 to 19 minutes (53 commuters, 26.5%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (65 commuters, 36.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Mineral County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes30 (15.0%)37 (20.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes31 (15.5%)45 (25.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes43 (21.5%)65 (36.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes53 (26.5%)17 (9.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes4 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)1 (0.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes13 (6.5%)3 (1.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes9 (4.5%)10 (5.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes17 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mineral County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Mineral County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (58, 29.0%) for males and 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM (49, 27.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mineral County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM5 (2.5%)20 (11.2%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM2 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM4 (2.0%)5 (2.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM9 (4.5%)12 (6.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM32 (16.0%)25 (14.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM58 (29.0%)27 (15.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM33 (16.5%)13 (7.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM27 (13.5%)7 (3.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM15 (7.5%)49 (27.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM12 (6.0%)10 (5.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM3 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)8 (4.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)2 (1.1%)
Total200 (100.0%)178 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Mineral County

Occupancy by Ownership in Mineral County

Of the total 418 dwellings in Mineral County, owner-occupied units account for 308 (73.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 110 (26.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Mineral County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units30873.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units11026.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units418100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Mineral County

Occupancy by Household Size in Mineral County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household14534.7%
2-Person Household21451.2%
3-Person Household133.1%
4+ Person Household4611.0%
Total Housing Units418100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mineral County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mineral County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household84 (57.9%)61 (42.1%)
2-Person Household172 (80.4%)42 (19.6%)
3-Person Household13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household39 (84.8%)7 (15.2%)
Total Housing Units308 (73.7%)110 (26.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mineral County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mineral County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School3 (60.0%)2 (40.0%)
High School Diploma34 (43.0%)45 (57.0%)
College/Associate Degree104 (80.0%)26 (20.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher167 (81.9%)37 (18.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mineral County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mineral County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years6916.5%
35 to 44 Years5914.1%
45 to 54 Years5412.9%
55 to 64 Years9222.0%
65 to 74 Years8520.3%
75 to 84 Years5613.4%
85 Years and Over30.7%
Total418100.0%

Housing Finances in Mineral County

Median Income by Occupancy in Mineral County

Median Income by Occupancy in Mineral County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied308 (73.7%)$61,477
Renter-Occupied110 (26.3%)$50,652
Average418 (100.0%)$58,929

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mineral County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mineral County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0003 (1.0%)3 (2.7%)
$5,000 to $9,9998 (2.6%)25 (22.7%)
$10,000 to $14,99911 (3.6%)8 (7.3%)
$15,000 to $19,9995 (1.6%)3 (2.7%)
$20,000 to $24,9996 (1.9%)6 (5.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99917 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99951 (16.6%)4 (3.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99975 (24.3%)55 (50.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99946 (14.9%)2 (1.8%)
$100,000 to $149,99958 (18.8%)4 (3.6%)
$150,000 or more28 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total308 (100.0%)110 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mineral County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mineral County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30017 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49941 (13.3%)13 (11.8%)
$500 to $79984 (27.3%)29 (26.4%)
$800 to $99913 (4.2%)25 (22.7%)
$1,000 to $1,49939 (12.7%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99964 (20.8%)25 (22.7%)
$2,000 to $2,49917 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99921 (6.8%)4 (3.6%)
$3,000 or more12 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total308 (100.0%)110 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Mineral County

Housing Structures in Mineral County

Housing Structures in Mineral County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached34783.0%
Single Unit, Attached20.5%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments215.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other4811.5%
Total418100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mineral County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mineral County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached293 (84.4%)54 (15.6%)
Single Unit, Attached2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other13 (27.1%)35 (72.9%)
Total308 (73.7%)110 (26.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mineral County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mineral County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)5 (4.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms39 (12.7%)79 (71.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms76 (24.7%)10 (9.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms153 (49.7%)12 (10.9%)
8 or more Rooms40 (13.0%)4 (3.6%)
Total308 (100.0%)110 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mineral County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mineral County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas23 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas96 (31.2%)30 (27.3%)
Electricity49 (15.9%)41 (37.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels140 (45.5%)39 (35.4%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total308 (100.0%)110 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Mineral County

Household Vehicle Usage in Mineral County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle12 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle53 (17.2%)49 (44.6%)
2 Vehicles117 (38.0%)57 (51.8%)
3 or more Vehicles126 (40.9%)4 (3.6%)
Total308 (100.0%)110 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Mineral County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Mineral County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units157151
Median Property Value$372,600$385,900
Median Household Income$61,250$5
Monthly Housing Costs$541$12
Real Estate Taxes$1,431$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mineral County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mineral County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00010 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9995 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99933 (21.0%)42 (27.8%)
$300,000 to $499,99961 (38.9%)70 (46.4%)
$500,000 to $749,99931 (19.8%)19 (12.6%)
$750,000 to $999,9996 (3.8%)17 (11.3%)
$1,000,000 or more11 (7.0%)3 (2.0%)
Total157 (100.0%)151 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mineral County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mineral County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0003 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99919 (12.1%)8 (5.3%)
$25,000 to $34,99917 (10.8%)3 (2.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99915 (9.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99934 (21.7%)36 (23.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99918 (11.5%)41 (27.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99928 (17.8%)28 (18.5%)
$150,000 or more23 (14.6%)30 (19.9%)
Total157 (100.0%)151 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mineral County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mineral County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x29 (18.5%)62,813 (41,598.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x9 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x13 (8.3%)28 (18.5%)
4.0x or more106 (67.5%)14 (9.3%)
Total157 (100.0%)151 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mineral County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mineral County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80019 (12.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49961 (38.9%)15 (9.9%)
$800 to $1,49967 (42.7%)66 (43.7%)
Total157 (100.0%)151 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Mineral County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mineral County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mineral County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years21 (61.8%)13 (38.2%)
6 to 18 Years61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years14 (37.8%)23 (62.2%)
26 to 34 Years30 (44.8%)37 (55.2%)
35 to 44 Years109 (93.2%)8 (6.8%)
45 to 54 Years57 (68.7%)26 (31.3%)
55 to 64 Years169 (95.5%)8 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years132 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older83 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total676 (85.5%)115 (14.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mineral County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mineral County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born21 (61.8%)13 (38.2%)
Foreign Born, Citizen61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen14 (37.8%)23 (62.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mineral County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mineral County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00091 (93.8%)6 (6.2%)
$25,000 to $49,99991 (82.0%)20 (18.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999173 (70.9%)71 (29.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999104 (88.9%)13 (11.1%)
$100,000 and over208 (97.7%)5 (2.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mineral County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mineral County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 64 (11.8%)17 (50.0%)
6 to 18 Years18 (29.5%)43 (70.5%)
19 to 25 Years2 (5.4%)12 (32.4%)
25 to 34 Years21 (31.3%)9 (13.4%)
35 to 44 Years26 (22.2%)88 (75.2%)
45 to 54 Years4 (4.8%)53 (63.9%)
55 to 64 Years28 (15.8%)150 (84.8%)
65 to 74 Years127 (96.2%)73 (55.3%)
75 Years and over83 (100.0%)68 (81.9%)
Total313 (39.6%)513 (64.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mineral County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mineral County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years2 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years13 (7.1%)38 (19.6%)
65 to 74 Years5 (6.6%)2 (3.6%)
75 Years and over18 (36.0%)11 (33.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Mineral County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Mineral County: <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 Years5 (2.7%)7 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years1 (1.3%)2 (3.6%)
75 Years and over11 (22.0%)5 (15.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Mineral County: <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 Years2 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)14 (7.2%)
65 to 74 Years1 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Mineral County: <span>Cognitive 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 Years8 (4.4%)10 (5.1%)
65 to 74 Years4 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (6.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Mineral County: <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 Years2 (1.1%)27 (13.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (14.0%)4 (12.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Mineral County: <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 Years2 (1.1%)3 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Mineral County

Computing Device Access in Mineral County

Computing Device Access in Mineral County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop31374.9%
Smartphone39093.3%
Tablet33379.7%
No Computing Device71.7%
Total418100.0%

Internet Access in Mineral County

Internet Access in Mineral County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home34582.5%
Cellular Data Only102.4%
Satellite Internet368.6%
No Internet409.6%
Total418100.0%

Mineral County Summary

Mineral County is a county located in the southwestern corner of the state of Colorado in the United States. As of the 2010 census, the population was 712, making it the least populous county in Colorado. The county seat and only incorporated municipality in the county is Creede.

Geography

Mineral County is located in the San Juan Mountains of southwestern Colorado. It is bordered by Rio Grande County to the north, Hinsdale County to the east, Saguache County to the south, and San Juan County, New Mexico to the west. The county covers an area of 1,289 square miles, making it the fifth-smallest county in Colorado by area.
The county is home to several mountain peaks, including Mount Emmons (13,491 feet), Mount Baldy (13,386 feet), and Mount Adams (13,074 feet). The headwaters of the Rio Grande are located in Mineral County, and the river flows through the county for approximately 25 miles. The county also contains several reservoirs, including the Rio Grande Reservoir, the South Fork Reservoir, and the Creede Reservoir.

History

The area that is now Mineral County was originally inhabited by the Ute and Jicarilla Apache tribes. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 19th century, and the county was officially established in 1877. The county was named for the numerous mineral deposits found in the area, including gold, silver, copper, and lead.
The county experienced a population boom in the late 19th century due to the discovery of silver in the area. The town of Creede was established in 1889, and quickly became the county seat and the largest town in the county. The town was home to several silver mines, and at its peak had a population of over 10,000 people.
The silver boom ended in 1893, and the population of the county declined rapidly. By the 1930s, the population had dropped to less than 1,000 people. The population has remained relatively stable since then, and as of the 2010 census, the population was 712.

Economy

The economy of Mineral County is largely based on tourism and recreation. The county is home to several ski resorts, including Wolf Creek Ski Area and Creede Ski Area. The county is also home to several national forests and wilderness areas, including the Rio Grande National Forest and the Weminuche Wilderness.
The county is also home to several mining operations, including the Creede Underground Mining Museum. The museum is located in the former Creede Mine, and offers tours of the mine and exhibits on the history of mining in the area.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 712 people, 327 households, and 191 families residing in the county. The population density was 0.6 people per square mile. There were 517 housing units at an average density of 0.4 per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 95.2% White, 0.3% Black or African American, 0.6% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 1.8% from two or more races. 4.2% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
There were 327 households, out of which 22.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.3% were married couples living together, 6.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 41.2% were non-families. 36.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.17 and the average family size was 2.81.
The median income for a household in the county was $31,250, and the median income for a family was $37,500. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the county was $17,845. About 10.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.7% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is Per Capita Income in Mineral County?
Per Capita income in Mineral County is $37,647.
What is the Median Family Income in Mineral County?
Median Family Income in Mineral County is $67,344.
What is the Median Household income in Mineral County?
Median Household Income in Mineral County is $58,929.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Mineral County?
Income or Wage Gap in Mineral County is 54.6%.
Women in Mineral County earn 45.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Mineral County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Mineral County is 0.39.
What is the Total Population of Mineral County?
Total Population of Mineral County is 794.
What is the Total Male Population of Mineral County?
Total Male Population of Mineral County is 395.
What is the Total Female Population of Mineral County?
Total Female Population of Mineral County is 399.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Mineral County?
There are 99.00 Males per 100 Females in Mineral County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Mineral County?
There are 101.01 Females per 100 Males in Mineral County.
What is the Median Population Age in Mineral County?
Median Population Age in Mineral County is 54.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Mineral County
Average Family Size in Mineral County is 2.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Mineral County
Average Household Size in Mineral County is 1.9 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Mineral County?
There are 436 People in the Labor Forcein in Mineral County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Mineral County?
61.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Mineral County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Mineral County?
Unemployment Rate in Mineral County is 4.8%.