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Parachute Overview

1,555
TOTAL POPULATION
918
MALE POPULATION
637
FEMALE POPULATION
144.11
MALES / 100 FEMALES
69.39
FEMALES / 100 MALES
25.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$21,344
PER CAPITA INCOME
$56,205
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$55,089
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
36.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
63.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$14,502
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.35
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
843
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
72.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
19.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Parachute Zip Codes

Parachute Area Codes

Race in Parachute

The most populous races in Parachute are White / Caucasian (1,334 | 85.8%), Hispanic or Latino (193 | 12.4%), and Two or more Races (67 | 4.3%).
Race in Parachute
Race# Population% Population
Asian130.8%
Black / African American372.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino19312.4%
Native / Alaskan593.8%
White / Caucasian1,33485.8%
Two or more Races674.3%
Some other Race452.9%
Total1,555100.0%

Ancestry in Parachute

The most populous ancestries reported in Parachute are Irish (279 | 17.9%), German (239 | 15.4%), Mexican (150 | 9.7%), Italian (136 | 8.7%), and English (86 | 5.5%), together accounting for 57.2% of all Parachute residents.
Ancestry in Parachute
Ancestry# Population% Population
American442.8%
Czech20.1%
Czechoslovakian60.4%
Dutch151.0%
English865.5%
European312.0%
Finnish40.3%
French191.2%
German23915.4%
Indian (Asian)50.3%
Irish27917.9%
Iroquois110.7%
Italian1368.7%
Korean80.5%
Mexican1509.7%
Native Hawaiian60.4%
Navajo251.6%
Norwegian392.5%
Pennsylvania German20.1%
Polish80.5%
Puerto Rican191.2%
Russian80.5%
Scandinavian120.8%
Scotch-Irish20.1%
Scottish191.2%
Slovak231.5%
Swedish130.8%
Ute342.2%
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Immigrants in Parachute

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Parachute came from Central America (24 | 1.5%), Latin America (24 | 1.5%), Mexico (24 | 1.5%), Asia (9 | 0.6%), and China (5 | 0.3%), together accounting for 5.5% of all Parachute residents.
Immigrants in Parachute
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia90.6%
Central America241.5%
China50.3%
Eastern Asia50.3%
Latin America241.5%
Mexico241.5%
Philippines40.3%
South Eastern Asia40.3%
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Sex and Age in Parachute

Sex and Age in Parachute

The most populous age groups in Parachute are 15 to 19 Years (222 | 24.2%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (89 | 14.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Parachute
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years68 (7.4%)43 (6.8%)
5 to 9 Years101 (11.0%)13 (2.0%)
10 to 14 Years35 (3.8%)70 (11.0%)
15 to 19 Years222 (24.2%)89 (14.0%)
20 to 24 Years75 (8.2%)48 (7.5%)
25 to 29 Years69 (7.5%)50 (7.9%)
30 to 34 Years49 (5.3%)19 (3.0%)
35 to 39 Years38 (4.1%)83 (13.0%)
40 to 44 Years11 (1.2%)84 (13.2%)
45 to 49 Years23 (2.5%)20 (3.1%)
50 to 54 Years79 (8.6%)43 (6.8%)
55 to 59 Years39 (4.3%)26 (4.1%)
60 to 64 Years16 (1.7%)3 (0.5%)
65 to 69 Years37 (4.0%)16 (2.5%)
70 to 74 Years44 (4.8%)8 (1.3%)
75 to 79 Years5 (0.5%)22 (3.5%)
80 to 84 Years5 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over2 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total918 (100.0%)637 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Parachute

Median Family Size in Parachute

The median family size in Parachute is 3.23 persons per family, with single female/mother families (98 | 25.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.98 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (29 | 7.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.34 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Parachute
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple262 (67.3%)2.68
Single Male/Father29 (7.5%)2.34
Single Female/Mother98 (25.2%)4.98
Total Families389 (100.0%)3.23

Median Household Size in Parachute

The median household size in Parachute is 2.92 persons per household, with single female/mother households (98 | 18.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.26 persons per household. non-family households (135 | 25.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.55 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Parachute
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple262 (50.0%)2.70
Single Male/Father29 (5.5%)3.34
Single Female/Mother98 (18.7%)5.26
Non-family135 (25.8%)1.55
Total Households524 (100.0%)2.92

Household Size by Marriage Status in Parachute

Out of a total of 524 households in Parachute, 389 (74.2%) are family households, while 135 (25.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 146, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 88.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Parachute
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-88 (16.8%)
2-Person Households146 (27.9%)39 (7.4%)
3-Person Households97 (18.5%)8 (1.5%)
4-Person Households108 (20.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households35 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households3 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total389 (74.2%)135 (25.8%)

Female Fertility in Parachute

Fertility by Age in Parachute

Average fertility rate in Parachute is 25.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 85.0 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 Parachute
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years10 (100.0%)85.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total10 (100.0%)25.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Parachute

10.0% of women with births (10) in Parachute are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 90.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 90.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Parachute
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years1 (10.0%)9 (90.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1 (10.0%)9 (90.0%)

Fertility by Education in Parachute

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Parachute
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma10 (100.0%)69.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total10 (100.0%)25.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Parachute

90.0% of women with births in Parachute are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 10.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 90.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Parachute
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma1 (10.0%)9 (90.0%)
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%)
Total1 (10.0%)9 (90.0%)

Income in Parachute

Income Overview in Parachute

Per Capita Income in Parachute is $21,344, while median incomes of families and households are $56,205 and $55,089 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,555$21,344
Median Family Income389$56,205
Mean Family Income389$66,389
Median Household Income524$55,089
Mean Household Income524$62,451
Income Deficit389$14,502
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,55536.05%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,55563.95¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,5550.35

Earnings by Sex in Parachute

Average Earnings in Parachute are $28,986, $38,750 for men and $24,779 for women, a difference of 36.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Parachute
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male446 (56.5%)$38,750
Female343 (43.5%)$24,779
Total789 (100.0%)$28,986

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Parachute

The most common earnings brackets in Parachute are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (57 | 12.8%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (65 | 19.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Parachute
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less51 (11.4%)47 (13.7%)
$2,500 to $4,9998 (1.8%)15 (4.4%)
$5,000 to $7,49927 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9998 (1.8%)5 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $12,49910 (2.2%)29 (8.5%)
$12,500 to $14,99910 (2.2%)23 (6.7%)
$15,000 to $17,49910 (2.2%)11 (3.2%)
$17,500 to $19,9993 (0.7%)26 (7.6%)
$20,000 to $22,49913 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)17 (5.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99938 (8.5%)65 (19.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99929 (6.5%)52 (15.2%)
$35,000 to $39,99920 (4.5%)28 (8.2%)
$40,000 to $44,99943 (9.6%)3 (0.9%)
$45,000 to $49,99939 (8.7%)9 (2.6%)
$50,000 to $54,9996 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99957 (12.8%)5 (1.5%)
$65,000 to $74,99914 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99938 (8.5%)8 (2.3%)
$100,000+22 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total446 (100.0%)343 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Parachute

Average earnings in Parachute are $46,635 for men and $25,109 for women, a difference of 46.2%. Men with an educational attainment of less than high school enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $58,646, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $40,313. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $31,563, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $23,603.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Parachute
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$58,646$0
High School Diploma$40,313$31,563
College or Associate's Degree$55,313$23,603
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$46,635$25,109

Family Income in Parachute

Family Income Brackets in Parachute

According to the Parachute family income data, there are 80 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.6% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Parachute
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000184.6%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999164.1%
$25,000 to $34,9995714.7%
$35,000 to $49,9998020.6%
$50,000 to $74,9996717.2%
$75,000 to $99,9996115.7%
$100,000 to $149,9997218.5%
$150,000 to $199,999153.9%
$200,000+30.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Parachute

2-person families (173 | 44.5%) account for the highest median family income in Parachute with $94,063 per family, while 2-person families (173 | 44.5%) have the highest median income of $47,032 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Parachute
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families173 (44.5%)$94,063
3-Person Families87 (22.4%)$40,313
4-Person Families102 (26.2%)$55,357
5-Person Families24 (6.2%)$0
6-Person Families3 (0.8%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total389 (100.0%)$56,205

Family Income by Number of Earners in Parachute

Family Income by Number of Earners in Parachute
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners25 (6.4%)$0
1 Earner162 (41.6%)$0
2 Earners176 (45.2%)$56,964
3+ Earners26 (6.7%)$0
Total389 (100.0%)$56,205

Household Income in Parachute

Household Income Brackets in Parachute

With 116 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Parachute, accounting for 22.1% of all households. In contrast, only 3 households (0.6%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Parachute
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000275.2%
$10,000 to $14,999142.7%
$15,000 to $24,999417.8%
$25,000 to $34,9995310.1%
$35,000 to $49,99911622.1%
$50,000 to $74,9998716.6%
$75,000 to $99,9998416.0%
$100,000 to $149,9998416.0%
$150,000 to $199,999152.9%
$200,000+30.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Parachute

The median household income in Parachute is $55,089, with the highest median household income of $55,402 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 229 households (43.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 101 households (19.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Parachute
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years48 (9.2%)$53,750
25 to 44 Years229 (43.7%)$55,402
45 to 64 Years146 (27.9%)$50,000
65+ Years101 (19.3%)$0
Total524 (100.0%)$55,089

Poverty in Parachute

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Parachute

With 21.2% poverty level for males and 25.8% for females among the residents of Parachute, 5 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 3 males (100.0%) and 23 females (62.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Parachute
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years32 (47.1%)25 (58.1%)
5 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years34 (28.3%)13 (30.2%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)23 (62.2%)
15 Years18 (100.0%)18 (50.0%)
16 and 17 Years23 (35.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years27 (13.1%)24 (34.3%)
25 to 34 Years16 (13.6%)20 (29.0%)
35 to 44 Years8 (16.3%)35 (21.0%)
45 to 54 Years15 (14.7%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years4 (7.3%)3 (10.3%)
65 to 74 Years13 (16.1%)2 (8.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total193 (21.2%)163 (25.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Parachute

According to the poverty statistics in Parachute, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 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 Parachute
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years36 (52.9%)18 (41.9%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years86 (71.7%)30 (69.8%)
12 to 14 Years13 (100.0%)14 (37.8%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)18 (50.0%)
16 and 17 Years41 (64.1%)26 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years179 (86.9%)46 (65.7%)
25 to 34 Years102 (86.4%)49 (71.0%)
35 to 44 Years41 (83.7%)132 (79.0%)
45 to 54 Years87 (85.3%)63 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years51 (92.7%)26 (89.7%)
65 to 74 Years68 (84.0%)22 (91.7%)
75 Years and over12 (100.0%)22 (100.0%)
Total716 (78.8%)469 (74.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Parachute

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Parachute show that 4.6% or 12 of the total 262 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 1.4%, which includes 2 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Parachute
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children141 (98.6%)2 (1.4%)
1 or 2 Children109 (93.2%)8 (6.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total250 (95.4%)12 (4.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Parachute

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Parachute
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%)30 (73.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)30 (30.6%)

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

The poverty data for Parachute shows that 12 of the married-couple family households (4.6%) and 30 of the single-parent households (23.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 30 household (73.2%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Parachute
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children2 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children8 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children2 (100.0%)30 (73.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (4.6%)30 (23.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Parachute

Employment by Class of Employer in Parachute

Among the 638 employed individuals in Parachute, private company employees (424 | 66.5%), self-employed (not incorporated) (63 | 9.9%), and self-employed (incorporated) (62 | 9.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Parachute
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees42466.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)629.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)639.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations182.8%
Local Government Employees264.1%
State Government Employees233.6%
Federal Government Employees60.9%
Unpaid Family Workers162.5%
Total638100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Parachute

According to the labor force statistics for Parachute, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,171), 72.0% or 843 individuals are in the labor force, with 19.3% or 163 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 55 to 59 years, with 89.2% or 58 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 69.5% or 116 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Parachute
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years167 (65.0%)116 (69.5%)
20 to 24 Years87 (70.7%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years105 (88.2%)10 (9.5%)
30 to 34 Years58 (85.3%)4 (6.9%)
35 to 44 Years135 (62.5%)11 (8.1%)
45 to 54 Years145 (87.9%)3 (2.1%)
55 to 59 Years58 (89.2%)16 (27.6%)
60 to 64 Years16 (84.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years58 (55.2%)3 (5.2%)
75 Years and over14 (41.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total843 (72.0%)163 (19.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Parachute

According to labor force statistics for Parachute, 79.3% of individuals (517) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (652) are in the labor force, with 8.5% or 44 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 56 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 14.3% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Parachute
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School56 (100.0%)8 (14.3%)
High School Diploma212 (78.5%)31 (11.3%)
College / Associate Degree209 (75.2%)16 (5.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher40 (83.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total517 (79.3%)55 (8.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Parachute

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Parachute are Community & Social Service (35 | 5.1%), Education Instruction & Library (35 | 5.1%), Management (25 | 3.7%), Computers, Engineering & Science (14 | 2.1%), and Architecture & Engineering (10 | 1.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Parachute

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Parachute, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Business & Financial (100.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (74.3%), Education Instruction & Library (74.3%), and Architecture & Engineering (40.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Parachute
OccupationMaleFemale
Management25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science10 (71.4%)4 (28.6%)
Computers & Mathematics1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering6 (60.0%)4 (40.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 9 (25.7%)26 (74.3%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library9 (25.7%)26 (74.3%)
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)51 (63.0%)30 (37.0%)
Total (Overall)397 (58.4%)283 (41.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Parachute are Food Preparation & Serving (62 | 9.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (36 | 5.3%), Healthcare Support (20 | 2.9%), Security & Protection (11 | 1.6%), and Firefighting & Prevention (11 | 1.6%).
Services Occupations in Parachute

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Parachute, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (27.3%), Firefighting & Prevention (27.3%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (25.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (80.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Parachute
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Security & Protection3 (27.3%)8 (72.7%)
Firefighting & Prevention3 (27.3%)8 (72.7%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving12 (19.4%)50 (80.6%)
Cleaning & Maintenance9 (25.0%)27 (75.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Total (Category)24 (17.9%)110 (82.1%)
Total (Overall)397 (58.4%)283 (41.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Parachute are Sales & Related (88 | 12.9%), and Office & Administration (61 | 9.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Parachute

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Parachute
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related43 (48.9%)45 (51.1%)
Office & Administration5 (8.2%)56 (91.8%)
Total (Category)48 (32.2%)101 (67.8%)
Total (Overall)397 (58.4%)283 (41.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Parachute are Construction & Extraction (104 | 15.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (49 | 7.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (23 | 3.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Parachute

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Parachute
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry14 (60.9%)9 (39.1%)
Construction & Extraction104 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)167 (94.9%)9 (5.1%)
Total (Overall)397 (58.4%)283 (41.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Parachute are Transportation (66 | 9.7%), Material Moving (53 | 7.8%), and Production (21 | 3.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Parachute

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Parachute
OccupationMaleFemale
Production7 (33.3%)14 (66.7%)
Transportation55 (83.3%)11 (16.7%)
Material Moving45 (84.9%)8 (15.1%)
Total (Category)107 (76.4%)33 (23.6%)
Total (Overall)397 (58.4%)283 (41.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Parachute

Employment Industries in Parachute

The major employment industries in Parachute include Construction (109 | 16.0%), Retail Trade (83 | 12.2%), Accommodation & Food Services (80 | 11.8%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (73 | 10.7%), and Educational Services (50 | 7.3%).
Employment Industries in Parachute

Employment Industries by Sex in Parachute

The Parachute industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Manufacturing (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (85.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Parachute
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting14 (60.9%)9 (39.1%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction106 (97.3%)3 (2.8%)
Manufacturing24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade31 (37.3%)52 (62.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing38 (84.4%)7 (15.6%)
Utilities18 (85.7%)3 (14.3%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing48 (65.7%)25 (34.3%)
Professional & Scientific3 (42.9%)4 (57.1%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support29 (60.4%)19 (39.6%)
Educational Services13 (26.0%)37 (74.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services12 (15.0%)68 (85.0%)
Public Administration4 (57.1%)3 (42.9%)
Total397 (58.4%)283 (41.6%)

Education in Parachute

School Enrollment in Parachute

The most common levels of schooling among the 485 students in Parachute are high school (171 | 35.3%), elementary school (108 | 22.3%), and college / undergraduate (89 | 18.3%).
School Enrollment in Parachute
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool347.0%
Kindergarten61.2%
Elementary School10822.3%
Middle School7715.9%
High School17135.3%
College / Undergraduate8918.3%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total485100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Parachute

Out of a total of 485 students who are enrolled in schools in Parachute, 60 (12.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 425 (87.6%) 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 4 (44.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 2 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Parachute
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds28 (87.5%)4 (12.5%)
5 to 9 Year Old112 (98.3%)2 (1.8%)
10 to 14 Year Olds80 (78.4%)22 (21.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds136 (94.4%)8 (5.6%)
18 to 19 Year Olds17 (68.0%)8 (32.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds5 (55.6%)4 (44.4%)
25 to 34 Year Olds2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over45 (78.9%)12 (21.0%)
Total425 (87.6%)60 (12.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Parachute

Bio, nature & agricultural (15 | 25.0%), education (14 | 23.3%), engineering (12 | 20.0%), visual & performing arts (10 | 16.7%), and science & technology (5 | 8.3%) are the most common fields of study among 60 individuals in Parachute who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Parachute
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1525.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences23.3%
Engineering1220.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology58.3%
Business23.3%
Education1423.3%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts1016.7%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total60100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Parachute

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Parachute

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Parachute are males with 2 vehicles (160, accounting for 41.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (89, making up 67.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Parachute
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)7 (2.9%)
1 Vehicle56 (14.4%)56 (23.6%)
2 Vehicles160 (41.2%)89 (37.6%)
3 Vehicles86 (22.2%)62 (26.2%)
4 Vehicles67 (17.3%)21 (8.9%)
5 or more Vehicles19 (4.9%)2 (0.8%)
Total388 (100.0%)237 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Parachute

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Parachute are 20 to 24 minutes (102 commuters, 18.0%), 45 to 59 minutes (91 commuters, 16.1%), and 60 to 89 minutes (73 commuters, 12.9%).
Commute Time in Parachute
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes335.8%
5 to 9 Minutes478.3%
10 to 14 Minutes488.5%
15 to 19 Minutes427.4%
20 to 24 Minutes10218.0%
25 to 29 Minutes132.3%
30 to 34 Minutes244.2%
35 to 39 Minutes132.3%
40 to 44 Minutes162.8%
45 to 59 Minutes9116.1%
60 to 89 Minutes7312.9%
90 or more Minutes6411.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Parachute

The most common commute times in Parachute are 20 to 24 minutes (66 commuters, 18.8%) for males and 45 to 59 minutes (45 commuters, 21.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Parachute
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes16 (4.5%)17 (7.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes18 (5.1%)29 (13.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes31 (8.8%)17 (7.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes18 (5.1%)24 (11.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes66 (18.8%)36 (16.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes8 (2.3%)5 (2.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes24 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)13 (6.1%)
40 to 44 Minutes16 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes46 (13.1%)45 (21.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes45 (12.8%)28 (13.1%)
90 or more Minutes64 (18.2%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Parachute

The most frequent times of departure to work in Parachute are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (102, 29.0%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (63, 29.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Parachute
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM39 (11.1%)27 (12.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM28 (8.0%)5 (2.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM37 (10.5%)13 (6.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM102 (29.0%)37 (17.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM27 (7.7%)21 (9.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM21 (6.0%)8 (3.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM61 (17.3%)63 (29.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM7 (2.0%)12 (5.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)2 (0.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM5 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM18 (5.1%)8 (3.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM7 (2.0%)18 (8.4%)
Total352 (100.0%)214 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Parachute

Occupancy by Ownership in Parachute

Of the total 524 dwellings in Parachute, owner-occupied units account for 257 (49.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 267 (50.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Parachute
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units25749.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units26750.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units524100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Parachute

Occupancy by Household Size in Parachute
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household8816.8%
2-Person Household18535.3%
3-Person Household10520.0%
4+ Person Household14627.9%
Total Housing Units524100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Parachute

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Parachute
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household58 (65.9%)30 (34.1%)
2-Person Household112 (60.5%)73 (39.5%)
3-Person Household53 (50.5%)52 (49.5%)
4+ Person Household34 (23.3%)112 (76.7%)
Total Housing Units257 (49.0%)267 (50.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Parachute

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Parachute
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School14 (66.7%)7 (33.3%)
High School Diploma69 (38.6%)110 (61.5%)
College/Associate Degree148 (50.9%)143 (49.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher26 (78.8%)7 (21.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Parachute

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Parachute
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years13225.2%
35 to 44 Years14527.7%
45 to 54 Years10720.4%
55 to 64 Years397.4%
65 to 74 Years8315.8%
75 to 84 Years163.0%
85 Years and Over20.4%
Total524100.0%

Housing Finances in Parachute

Median Income by Occupancy in Parachute

Median Income by Occupancy in Parachute
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied257 (49.0%)$76,932
Renter-Occupied267 (50.9%)$44,583
Average524 (100.0%)$55,089

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Parachute

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Parachute
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)16 (6.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)11 (4.1%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)14 (5.2%)
$15,000 to $19,9997 (2.7%)5 (1.9%)
$20,000 to $24,99913 (5.1%)16 (6.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9994 (1.6%)49 (18.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99974 (28.8%)42 (15.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99922 (8.6%)65 (24.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99943 (16.7%)41 (15.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99976 (29.6%)8 (3.0%)
$150,000 or more18 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total257 (100.0%)267 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Parachute

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Parachute
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30013 (5.1%)14 (5.2%)
$300 to $49921 (8.2%)3 (1.1%)
$500 to $79931 (12.1%)8 (3.0%)
$800 to $99920 (7.8%)115 (43.1%)
$1,000 to $1,499127 (49.4%)109 (40.8%)
$1,500 to $1,99926 (10.1%)16 (6.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49917 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9992 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total257 (100.0%)267 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Parachute

Housing Structures in Parachute

Housing Structures in Parachute
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached23043.9%
Single Unit, Attached326.1%
2 Unit Apartments81.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments5811.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments336.3%
10 or more Apartments11722.3%
Mobile Home / Other468.8%
Total524100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Parachute

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Parachute
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached192 (83.5%)38 (16.5%)
Single Unit, Attached25 (78.1%)7 (21.9%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments4 (6.9%)54 (93.1%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)117 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other36 (78.3%)10 (21.7%)
Total257 (49.0%)267 (50.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Parachute

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Parachute
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms7 (2.7%)21 (7.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms180 (70.0%)210 (78.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms45 (17.5%)27 (10.1%)
8 or more Rooms25 (9.7%)9 (3.4%)
Total257 (100.0%)267 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Parachute

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Parachute
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas199 (77.4%)164 (61.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas7 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity51 (19.8%)96 (36.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)4 (1.5%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)3 (1.1%)
Total257 (100.0%)267 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Parachute

Household Vehicle Usage in Parachute
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle5 (1.9%)14 (5.2%)
1 Vehicle20 (7.8%)131 (49.1%)
2 Vehicles79 (30.7%)106 (39.7%)
3 or more Vehicles153 (59.5%)16 (6.0%)
Total257 (100.0%)267 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Parachute

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Parachute

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units63194
Median Property Value--
Median Household Income$64,464$18
Monthly Housing Costs$469$0
Real Estate Taxes$335$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Parachute

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Parachute
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00023 (36.5%)4 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99940 (63.5%)143 (73.7%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)44 (22.7%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)3 (1.5%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total63 (100.0%)194 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Parachute

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Parachute
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)3 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $24,99913 (20.6%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)7 (3.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99913 (20.6%)4 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $74,9997 (11.1%)61 (31.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99917 (27.0%)15 (7.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99913 (20.6%)26 (13.4%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)63 (32.5%)
Total63 (100.0%)194 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Parachute

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Parachute
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x36 (57.1%)90,714 (46,759.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x0 (0.0%)22 (11.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x8 (12.7%)66 (34.0%)
4.0x or more19 (30.2%)33 (17.0%)
Total63 (100.0%)194 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Parachute

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Parachute
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80048 (76.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4993 (4.8%)66 (34.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)116 (59.8%)
Total63 (100.0%)194 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Parachute

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Parachute

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Parachute
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years117 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years486 (96.1%)20 (4.0%)
19 to 25 Years148 (91.9%)13 (8.1%)
26 to 34 Years136 (81.4%)31 (18.6%)
35 to 44 Years170 (78.7%)46 (21.3%)
45 to 54 Years138 (83.6%)27 (16.4%)
55 to 64 Years71 (84.5%)13 (15.5%)
65 to 74 Years105 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,405 (90.3%)150 (9.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Parachute

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Parachute
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born117 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen486 (96.1%)20 (4.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen148 (91.9%)13 (8.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Parachute

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Parachute
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000278 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999517 (95.4%)25 (4.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999215 (84.7%)39 (15.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999183 (73.2%)67 (26.8%)
$100,000 and over186 (90.7%)19 (9.3%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Parachute

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Parachute
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 685 (72.7%)40 (34.2%)
6 to 18 Years439 (86.8%)52 (10.3%)
19 to 25 Years78 (48.4%)98 (60.9%)
25 to 34 Years71 (42.5%)81 (48.5%)
35 to 44 Years140 (64.8%)30 (13.9%)
45 to 54 Years34 (20.6%)104 (63.0%)
55 to 64 Years28 (33.3%)46 (54.8%)
65 to 74 Years105 (100.0%)72 (68.6%)
75 Years and over34 (100.0%)16 (47.1%)
Total1,014 (65.2%)539 (34.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Parachute

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Parachute
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years21 (6.3%)13 (9.0%)
35 to 64 Years22 (10.7%)11 (4.3%)
65 to 74 Years3 (3.7%)6 (25.0%)
75 Years and over9 (75.0%)2 (9.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Parachute

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Parachute: <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%)6 (4.2%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)3 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years3 (3.7%)2 (8.3%)
75 Years and over7 (58.3%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Parachute: <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%)2 (1.4%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Parachute: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years15 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years7 (3.4%)5 (1.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over2 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Parachute: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)8 (5.6%)
35 to 64 Years22 (10.7%)8 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)4 (16.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (9.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Parachute: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)5 (1.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Parachute

Computing Device Access in Parachute

Computing Device Access in Parachute
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop38773.9%
Smartphone45887.4%
Tablet36669.9%
No Computing Device71.3%
Total524100.0%

Internet Access in Parachute

Internet Access in Parachute
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home31560.1%
Cellular Data Only9217.6%
Satellite Internet5510.5%
No Internet8015.3%
Total524100.0%

Parachute Summary

Parachute, Colorado is a small town located in Garfield County in the western part of the state. It is situated along the Colorado River, just south of Grand Junction and about an hour and a half drive from Denver. The town was founded in 1881 and has a population of about 1,000 people.

Geography

Parachute is located in the Grand Valley, a large valley that stretches from Grand Junction to Palisade. The town is situated on the Colorado River, which provides a source of irrigation for the area. The town is surrounded by mountains, including the Grand Mesa to the east and the Book Cliffs to the west. The climate in Parachute is semi-arid, with hot summers and cold winters.

Economy

The economy of Parachute is largely based on agriculture and energy production. The town is home to several large farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, wheat, and hay. The town is also home to several oil and gas companies, which produce natural gas and oil from the nearby Piceance Basin. In addition, the town is home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and a few manufacturing companies.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Parachute was 1,004. The racial makeup of the town was 94.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.3% from other races, and 2.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in Parachute was $41,250, and the median income for a family was $45,625. The per capita income for the town was $19,945. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.2% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

Education

Parachute is served by the Garfield County School District, which includes two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The town is also home to a branch of Colorado Mountain College, which offers a variety of courses and programs.

Conclusion

Parachute, Colorado is a small town located in Garfield County in the western part of the state. It is situated along the Colorado River, just south of Grand Junction and about an hour and a half drive from Denver. The town was founded in 1881 and has a population of about 1,000 people. The economy of Parachute is largely based on agriculture and energy production, and the town is served by the Garfield County School District. Parachute is a small but vibrant community, with a diverse population and a variety of businesses and services.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Parachute?
Total Population of Parachute is 1,555.
What is the Total Male Population of Parachute?
Total Male Population of Parachute is 918.
What is the Total Female Population of Parachute?
Total Female Population of Parachute is 637.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Parachute?
There are 144.11 Males per 100 Females in Parachute.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Parachute?
There are 69.39 Females per 100 Males in Parachute.
What is the Median Population Age in Parachute?
Median Population Age in Parachute is 25.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Parachute
Average Family Size in Parachute is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Parachute
Average Household Size in Parachute is 2.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Parachute?
Per Capita income in Parachute is $21,344.
What is the Median Family Income in Parachute?
Median Family Income in Parachute is $56,205.
What is the Median Household income in Parachute?
Median Household Income in Parachute is $55,089.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Parachute?
Income or Wage Gap in Parachute is 36.1%.
Women in Parachute earn 63.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Parachute?
Family Income Deficit in Parachute is $14,502.
Families that are below poverty line in Parachute earn $14,502 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Parachute?
Inequality or Gini Index in Parachute is 0.35.
How Large is the Labor Force in Parachute?
There are 843 People in the Labor Forcein in Parachute.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Parachute?
72.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Parachute.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Parachute?
Unemployment Rate in Parachute is 19.3%.