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Murray Overview

$30,969
PER CAPITA INCOME
$65,156
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$60,469
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
1.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
98.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
681
TOTAL POPULATION
366
MALE POPULATION
315
FEMALE POPULATION
116.19
MALES / 100 FEMALES
86.07
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
350
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
68.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Income in Murray

Income Overview in Murray

Per Capita Income in Murray is $30,969, while median incomes of families and households are $65,156 and $60,469 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income681$30,969
Median Family Income190$65,156
Mean Family Income190$98,698
Median Household Income261$60,469
Mean Household Income261$83,587
Income Deficit190$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)6811.48%
Wage / Income Gap ($)68198.52¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index6810.47

Earnings by Sex in Murray

Average Earnings in Murray are $38,462, $38,571 for men and $38,000 for women, a difference of 1.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Murray
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male202 (54.3%)$38,571
Female170 (45.7%)$38,000
Total372 (100.0%)$38,462

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Murray

The most common earnings brackets in Murray are $35,000 to $39,999 for men (35 | 17.3%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (26 | 15.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Murray
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less9 (4.5%)6 (3.5%)
$2,500 to $4,9998 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)5 (2.9%)
$7,500 to $9,9995 (2.5%)5 (2.9%)
$10,000 to $12,4991 (0.5%)1 (0.6%)
$12,500 to $14,9992 (1.0%)4 (2.4%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)6 (3.5%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)2 (1.2%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)7 (4.1%)
$22,500 to $24,9998 (4.0%)5 (2.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99911 (5.4%)23 (13.5%)
$30,000 to $34,99934 (16.8%)13 (7.6%)
$35,000 to $39,99935 (17.3%)12 (7.1%)
$40,000 to $44,99912 (5.9%)16 (9.4%)
$45,000 to $49,99919 (9.4%)19 (11.2%)
$50,000 to $54,99915 (7.4%)9 (5.3%)
$55,000 to $64,99920 (9.9%)26 (15.3%)
$65,000 to $74,9995 (2.5%)5 (2.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9997 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+11 (5.4%)6 (3.5%)
Total202 (100.0%)170 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Murray

Average earnings in Murray are $42,321 for men and $38,750 for women, a difference of 8.4%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $52,188, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $34,875. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $50,278, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $31,500.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Murray
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$34,875$0
High School Diploma$52,188$31,500
College or Associate's Degree$35,729$37,500
Bachelor's Degree$44,500$50,278
Graduate Degree--
Total$42,321$38,750

Family Income in Murray

Family Income Brackets in Murray

According to the Murray family income data, there are 51 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.8% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Murray
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99963.2%
$15,000 to $24,99963.2%
$25,000 to $34,999126.3%
$35,000 to $49,9993518.4%
$50,000 to $74,9995126.8%
$75,000 to $99,9992412.6%
$100,000 to $149,9994423.2%
$150,000 to $199,99921.1%
$200,000+105.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Murray

3-person families (31 | 16.3%) account for the highest median family income in Murray with $109,028 per family, while 3-person families (31 | 16.3%) have the highest median income of $36,343 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Murray
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families95 (50.0%)$62,813
3-Person Families31 (16.3%)$109,028
4-Person Families38 (20.0%)$76,667
5-Person Families20 (10.5%)$72,500
6-Person Families6 (3.2%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total190 (100.0%)$65,156

Family Income by Number of Earners in Murray

The median family income in Murray is $65,156, with families comprising 3+ earners (17) having the highest median family income of $106,250, while families with no earners (28) have the lowest median family income of $33,571, accounting for 8.9% and 14.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Murray
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners28 (14.7%)$33,571
1 Earner44 (23.2%)$51,250
2 Earners101 (53.2%)$83,906
3+ Earners17 (8.9%)$106,250
Total190 (100.0%)$65,156

Household Income in Murray

Household Income Brackets in Murray

With 66 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Murray, accounting for 25.3% of all households. In contrast, only 2 households (0.8%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Murray
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000114.2%
$10,000 to $14,999145.4%
$15,000 to $24,999186.9%
$25,000 to $34,999186.9%
$35,000 to $49,9993714.2%
$50,000 to $74,9996625.3%
$75,000 to $99,9994115.7%
$100,000 to $149,9994416.9%
$150,000 to $199,99920.8%
$200,000+103.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Murray

The median household income in Murray is $60,469, with the highest median household income of $89,500 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 86 households (33.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $30,000, with 82 households (31.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Murray
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years13 (5.0%)$44,531
25 to 44 Years86 (33.0%)$89,500
45 to 64 Years80 (30.6%)$65,625
65+ Years82 (31.4%)$30,000
Total261 (100.0%)$60,469

Poverty in Murray

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Murray

With 7.5% poverty level for males and 10.2% for females among the residents of Murray, 5 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 3 males (100.0%) and 4 females (44.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Murray
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4 (19.1%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years8 (16.0%)3 (7.9%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)4 (44.4%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years2 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)6 (17.6%)
35 to 44 Years3 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years2 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years3 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (7.1%)8 (22.2%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)11 (44.0%)
Total27 (7.5%)32 (10.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Murray

According to the poverty statistics in Murray, males aged 12 to 14 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 Murray
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years17 (80.9%)11 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years42 (84.0%)35 (92.1%)
12 to 14 Years25 (100.0%)5 (55.6%)
15 Years2 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years1 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years47 (95.9%)22 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years40 (100.0%)28 (82.4%)
35 to 44 Years39 (92.9%)35 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years28 (93.3%)63 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years36 (92.3%)25 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years26 (92.9%)28 (77.8%)
75 Years and over32 (100.0%)14 (56.0%)
Total335 (92.5%)283 (89.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Murray

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Murray show that 1.5% or 2 of the total 138 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 4.8%, comprising of 2 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Murray
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children40 (95.2%)2 (4.8%)
3 or 4 Children16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total136 (98.6%)2 (1.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Murray

According to the poverty data in Murray, 14.3% or 1 single-father households and 20.0% or 9 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 1 households (16.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (28.6%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Murray
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children1 (16.7%)2 (28.6%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)5 (20.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)2 (15.4%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1 (14.3%)9 (20.0%)

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

The poverty data for Murray shows that 2 of the married-couple family households (1.5%) and 10 of the single-parent households (19.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (4.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 household (23.1%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Murray
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)3 (23.1%)
1 or 2 Children2 (4.8%)5 (19.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)2 (15.4%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2 (1.5%)10 (19.2%)

Race in Murray

The most populous races in Murray are White / Caucasian (606 | 89.0%), Hispanic or Latino (64 | 9.4%), and Some other Race (37 | 5.4%).
Race in Murray
Race# Population% Population
Asian60.9%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino649.4%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian60689.0%
Two or more Races324.7%
Some other Race375.4%
Total681100.0%

Ancestry in Murray

The most populous ancestries reported in Murray are German (217 | 31.9%), English (103 | 15.1%), Irish (87 | 12.8%), American (56 | 8.2%), and Mexican (43 | 6.3%), together accounting for 74.3% of all Murray residents.
Ancestry in Murray
Ancestry# Population% Population
American568.2%
Cuban30.4%
Czech121.8%
Danish10.2%
English10315.1%
French20.3%
French Canadian30.4%
German21731.9%
Irish8712.8%
Italian375.4%
Mexican436.3%
Polish40.6%
Puerto Rican121.8%
Russian30.4%
Swedish30.4%
Ukrainian60.9%
Welsh10.2%
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Immigrants in Murray

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Murray came from Micronesia (19 | 2.8%), Oceania (19 | 2.8%), Central America (15 | 2.2%), Latin America (15 | 2.2%), and Mexico (15 | 2.2%), together accounting for 12.2% of all Murray residents.
Immigrants in Murray
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia60.9%
Central America152.2%
Eastern Europe30.4%
Europe30.4%
Latin America152.2%
Mexico152.2%
Micronesia192.8%
Oceania192.8%
Turkey60.9%
Ukraine30.4%
Western Asia60.9%
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Sex and Age in Murray

Sex and Age in Murray

The most populous age groups in Murray are 10 to 14 Years (42 | 11.5%) for men and 45 to 49 Years (47 | 14.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Murray
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years21 (5.7%)11 (3.5%)
5 to 9 Years40 (10.9%)43 (13.7%)
10 to 14 Years42 (11.5%)9 (2.9%)
15 to 19 Years14 (3.8%)12 (3.8%)
20 to 24 Years38 (10.4%)22 (7.0%)
25 to 29 Years25 (6.8%)20 (6.4%)
30 to 34 Years15 (4.1%)14 (4.4%)
35 to 39 Years26 (7.1%)18 (5.7%)
40 to 44 Years16 (4.4%)17 (5.4%)
45 to 49 Years20 (5.5%)47 (14.9%)
50 to 54 Years10 (2.7%)16 (5.1%)
55 to 59 Years14 (3.8%)19 (6.0%)
60 to 64 Years25 (6.8%)6 (1.9%)
65 to 69 Years21 (5.7%)24 (7.6%)
70 to 74 Years7 (1.9%)12 (3.8%)
75 to 79 Years10 (2.7%)17 (5.4%)
80 to 84 Years22 (6.0%)8 (2.5%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total366 (100.0%)315 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Murray

Median Family Size in Murray

The median family size in Murray is 3.02 persons per family, with married-couple families (138 | 72.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.1 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (7 | 3.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.14 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Murray
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple138 (72.6%)3.10
Single Male/Father7 (3.7%)2.14
Single Female/Mother45 (23.7%)2.91
Total Families190 (100.0%)3.02

Median Household Size in Murray

The median household size in Murray is 2.61 persons per household, with single female/mother households (45 | 17.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.33 persons per household. non-family households (71 | 27.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Murray
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple138 (52.9%)3.13
Single Male/Father7 (2.7%)2.14
Single Female/Mother45 (17.2%)3.33
Non-family71 (27.2%)1.18
Total Households261 (100.0%)2.61

Household Size by Marriage Status in Murray

Out of a total of 261 households in Murray, 190 (72.8%) are family households, while 71 (27.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 91, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 62.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Murray
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-62 (23.7%)
2-Person Households91 (34.9%)9 (3.5%)
3-Person Households33 (12.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households40 (15.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households11 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households11 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households4 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total190 (72.8%)71 (27.2%)

Female Fertility in Murray

Fertility by Age in Murray

Average fertility rate in Murray is 68.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 96.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 81.8% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Murray
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years2 (18.2%)36.0
35 to 50 years9 (81.8%)96.0
Total11 (100.0%)68.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Murray

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Murray
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Murray

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Murray
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 Degree2 (18.2%)29.0
Bachelor's Degree9 (81.8%)310.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total11 (100.0%)68.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Murray

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Murray
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%)2 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Murray

Employment by Class of Employer in Murray

Among the 334 employed individuals in Murray, private company employees (232 | 69.5%), local government employees (42 | 12.6%), and not-for-profit organizations (30 | 9.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Murray
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees23269.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)82.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)103.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations309.0%
Local Government Employees4212.6%
State Government Employees123.6%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total334100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Murray

According to the labor force statistics for Murray, out of the total population over 16 years of age (511), 68.5% or 350 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.1% or 11 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 100.0% or 77 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 7.9% or 3 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Murray
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years18 (81.8%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years37 (61.7%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years38 (84.4%)3 (7.9%)
30 to 34 Years25 (86.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years77 (100.0%)6 (7.8%)
45 to 54 Years90 (96.8%)2 (2.2%)
55 to 59 Years31 (93.9%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years14 (45.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years10 (15.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over10 (17.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total350 (68.5%)11 (3.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Murray

According to labor force statistics for Murray, 89.3% of individuals (275) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (308) are in the labor force, with 4.0% or 11 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 96.4% or 53 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 12.0% or 3 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Murray
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School25 (78.1%)4 (12.0%)
High School Diploma66 (94.3%)6 (9.1%)
College / Associate Degree131 (86.8%)2 (1.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher53 (96.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total275 (89.3%)12 (4.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Murray

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Murray are Health Diagnosing & Treating (36 | 10.6%), Community & Social Service (32 | 9.4%), Health Technologists (26 | 7.7%), Management (20 | 5.9%), and Education Instruction & Library (16 | 4.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Murray

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Murray, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Management (75.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Murray
OccupationMaleFemale
Management15 (75.0%)5 (25.0%)
Business & Financial2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 7 (21.9%)25 (78.1%)
Education, Arts & Media5 (71.4%)2 (28.6%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library2 (12.5%)14 (87.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Total (Category)29 (29.9%)68 (70.1%)
Total (Overall)171 (50.4%)168 (49.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Murray are Cleaning & Maintenance (26 | 7.7%), Healthcare Support (17 | 5.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (11 | 3.2%), Security & Protection (4 | 1.2%), and Law Enforcement (4 | 1.2%).
Services Occupations in Murray

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Murray, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (81.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (82.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (23.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (18.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Murray
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support3 (17.6%)14 (82.4%)
Security & Protection4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving9 (81.8%)2 (18.2%)
Cleaning & Maintenance20 (76.9%)6 (23.1%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)36 (62.1%)22 (37.9%)
Total (Overall)171 (50.4%)168 (49.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Murray are Office & Administration (38 | 11.2%), and Sales & Related (26 | 7.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Murray

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Murray
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related8 (30.8%)18 (69.2%)
Office & Administration2 (5.3%)36 (94.7%)
Total (Category)10 (15.6%)54 (84.4%)
Total (Overall)171 (50.4%)168 (49.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Murray are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (26 | 7.7%), Construction & Extraction (24 | 7.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (3 | 0.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Murray

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Murray
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry1 (33.3%)2 (66.7%)
Construction & Extraction23 (95.8%)1 (4.2%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)50 (94.3%)3 (5.7%)
Total (Overall)171 (50.4%)168 (49.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Murray are Production (46 | 13.6%), Material Moving (13 | 3.8%), and Transportation (8 | 2.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Murray

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Murray
OccupationMaleFemale
Production27 (58.7%)19 (41.3%)
Transportation7 (87.5%)1 (12.5%)
Material Moving12 (92.3%)1 (7.7%)
Total (Category)46 (68.7%)21 (31.3%)
Total (Overall)171 (50.4%)168 (49.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Murray

Employment Industries in Murray

The major employment industries in Murray include Manufacturing (90 | 26.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (55 | 16.2%), Retail Trade (34 | 10.0%), Construction (28 | 8.3%), and Educational Services (25 | 7.4%).
Employment Industries in Murray

Employment Industries by Sex in Murray

The Murray industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Construction (92.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Professional & Scientific (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (94.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Murray
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting8 (66.7%)4 (33.3%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction26 (92.9%)2 (7.1%)
Manufacturing54 (60.0%)36 (40.0%)
Wholesale Trade2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade8 (23.5%)26 (76.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing12 (75.0%)4 (25.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance2 (40.0%)3 (60.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Educational Services8 (32.0%)17 (68.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance3 (5.4%)52 (94.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services9 (81.8%)2 (18.2%)
Public Administration4 (50.0%)4 (50.0%)
Total171 (50.4%)168 (49.6%)

Education in Murray

School Enrollment in Murray

The most common levels of schooling among the 161 students in Murray are elementary school (69 | 42.9%), high school (30 | 18.6%), and middle school (26 | 16.2%).
School Enrollment in Murray
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool2213.7%
Kindergarten127.4%
Elementary School6942.9%
Middle School2616.2%
High School3018.6%
College / Undergraduate21.2%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total161100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Murray

Out of a total of 161 students who are enrolled in schools in Murray, 20 (12.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 141 (87.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 5 to 9 year old has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 20 (24.1% 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 14 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Murray
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old63 (75.9%)20 (24.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total141 (87.6%)20 (12.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Murray

Education (21 | 25.9%), business (15 | 18.5%), engineering (10 | 12.3%), psychology (8 | 9.9%), and liberal arts & history (8 | 9.9%) are the most common fields of study among 81 individuals in Murray who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Murray
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics44.9%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural44.9%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology89.9%
Social Sciences22.5%
Engineering1012.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology33.7%
Business1518.5%
Education2125.9%
Literature & Languages33.7%
Liberal Arts & History89.9%
Visual & Performing Arts11.2%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities22.5%
Total81100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Murray

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Murray

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Murray are males with 2 vehicles (54, accounting for 31.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (58, making up 32.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Murray
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle10 (5.9%)16 (9.8%)
2 Vehicles54 (31.8%)58 (35.4%)
3 Vehicles46 (27.1%)37 (22.6%)
4 Vehicles31 (18.2%)17 (10.4%)
5 or more Vehicles29 (17.1%)36 (22.0%)
Total170 (100.0%)164 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Murray

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Murray are 10 to 14 minutes (73 commuters, 22.2%), 60 to 89 minutes (65 commuters, 19.8%), and 15 to 19 minutes (39 commuters, 11.8%).
Commute Time in Murray
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes278.2%
5 to 9 Minutes113.3%
10 to 14 Minutes7322.2%
15 to 19 Minutes3911.8%
20 to 24 Minutes298.8%
25 to 29 Minutes30.9%
30 to 34 Minutes278.2%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes195.8%
45 to 59 Minutes3610.9%
60 to 89 Minutes6519.8%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Murray

The most common commute times in Murray are 10 to 14 minutes (45 commuters, 26.8%) for males and 60 to 89 minutes (31 commuters, 19.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Murray
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes13 (7.7%)14 (8.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes11 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes45 (26.8%)28 (17.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes26 (15.5%)13 (8.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes2 (1.2%)27 (16.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes3 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes5 (3.0%)22 (13.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes18 (10.7%)1 (0.6%)
45 to 59 Minutes11 (6.6%)25 (15.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes34 (20.2%)31 (19.3%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Murray

The most frequent times of departure to work in Murray are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (38, 22.6%) for males and 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (29, 18.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Murray
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM38 (22.6%)29 (18.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM24 (14.3%)23 (14.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM17 (10.1%)14 (8.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM34 (20.2%)17 (10.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM4 (2.4%)26 (16.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM16 (9.5%)13 (8.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM12 (7.1%)13 (8.1%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM6 (3.6%)12 (7.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM5 (3.0%)1 (0.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM5 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM5 (3.0%)7 (4.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM2 (1.2%)6 (3.7%)
Total168 (100.0%)161 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Murray

Occupancy by Ownership in Murray

Of the total 261 dwellings in Murray, owner-occupied units account for 216 (82.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 45 (17.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Murray
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units21682.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units4517.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units261100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Murray

Occupancy by Household Size in Murray
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household6223.7%
2-Person Household10038.3%
3-Person Household3312.6%
4+ Person Household6625.3%
Total Housing Units261100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Murray

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Murray
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household50 (80.6%)12 (19.4%)
2-Person Household77 (77.0%)23 (23.0%)
3-Person Household31 (93.9%)2 (6.1%)
4+ Person Household58 (87.9%)8 (12.1%)
Total Housing Units216 (82.8%)45 (17.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Murray

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Murray
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma82 (85.4%)14 (14.6%)
College/Associate Degree63 (72.4%)24 (27.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher41 (85.4%)7 (14.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Murray

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Murray
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years3914.9%
35 to 44 Years6023.0%
45 to 54 Years4416.9%
55 to 64 Years3613.8%
65 to 74 Years3914.9%
75 to 84 Years4316.5%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total261100.0%

Housing Finances in Murray

Median Income by Occupancy in Murray

Median Income by Occupancy in Murray
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied216 (82.8%)$58,750
Renter-Occupied45 (17.2%)$65,391
Average261 (100.0%)$60,469

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Murray

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Murray
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0008 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9993 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9998 (3.7%)6 (13.3%)
$15,000 to $19,9995 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99910 (4.6%)3 (6.7%)
$25,000 to $34,99918 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99931 (14.3%)6 (13.3%)
$50,000 to $74,99945 (20.8%)21 (46.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99932 (14.8%)9 (20.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99944 (20.4%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more12 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total216 (100.0%)45 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Murray

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Murray
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30017 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49949 (22.7%)5 (11.1%)
$500 to $79943 (19.9%)7 (15.6%)
$800 to $99933 (15.3%)18 (40.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49958 (26.9%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99916 (7.4%)2 (4.4%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)1 (2.2%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total216 (100.0%)45 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Murray

Housing Structures in Murray

Housing Structures in Murray
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached22485.8%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments72.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other3011.5%
Total261100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Murray

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Murray
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached192 (85.7%)32 (14.3%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other24 (80.0%)6 (20.0%)
Total216 (82.8%)45 (17.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Murray

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Murray
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room3 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms8 (3.7%)11 (24.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms91 (42.1%)22 (48.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms49 (22.7%)8 (17.8%)
8 or more Rooms65 (30.1%)4 (8.9%)
Total216 (100.0%)45 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Murray

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Murray
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas4 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas128 (59.3%)37 (82.2%)
Electricity67 (31.0%)8 (17.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene8 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels9 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total216 (100.0%)45 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Murray

Household Vehicle Usage in Murray
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle61 (28.2%)13 (28.9%)
2 Vehicles52 (24.1%)32 (71.1%)
3 or more Vehicles103 (47.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total216 (100.0%)45 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Murray

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Murray

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units13482
Median Property Value$54,600$78,200
Median Household Income$47,857$2
Monthly Housing Costs$510$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,111$2

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Murray

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Murray
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00051 (38.1%)3 (3.7%)
$50,000 to $99,99961 (45.5%)51 (62.2%)
$100,000 to $299,99922 (16.4%)25 (30.5%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)3 (3.7%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total134 (100.0%)82 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Murray

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Murray
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00011 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99921 (15.7%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99918 (13.4%)2 (2.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99929 (21.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99917 (12.7%)2 (2.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)28 (34.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99928 (20.9%)32 (39.0%)
$150,000 or more10 (7.5%)16 (19.5%)
Total134 (100.0%)82 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Murray

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Murray
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x100 (74.6%)84,000 (102,439.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x15 (11.2%)75 (91.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x10 (7.5%)4 (4.9%)
4.0x or more7 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total134 (100.0%)82 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Murray

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Murray
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80053 (39.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49942 (31.3%)10 (12.2%)
$800 to $1,49939 (29.1%)37 (45.1%)
Total134 (100.0%)82 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Murray

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Murray

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Murray
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years142 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years73 (85.9%)12 (14.1%)
26 to 34 Years57 (96.6%)2 (3.4%)
35 to 44 Years77 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years89 (95.7%)4 (4.3%)
55 to 64 Years52 (81.2%)12 (18.8%)
65 to 74 Years64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total651 (95.6%)30 (4.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Murray

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Murray
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen142 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen73 (85.9%)12 (14.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Murray

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Murray
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00068 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999135 (98.5%)2 (1.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999128 (91.4%)12 (8.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999144 (90.0%)16 (10.0%)
$100,000 and over176 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Murray

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Murray
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 629 (72.5%)15 (37.5%)
6 to 18 Years88 (62.0%)65 (45.8%)
19 to 25 Years33 (38.8%)48 (56.5%)
25 to 34 Years12 (20.3%)45 (76.3%)
35 to 44 Years17 (22.1%)60 (77.9%)
45 to 54 Years10 (10.7%)79 (85.0%)
55 to 64 Years23 (35.9%)45 (70.3%)
65 to 74 Years58 (90.6%)41 (64.1%)
75 Years and over57 (100.0%)38 (66.7%)
Total327 (48.0%)436 (64.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Murray

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Murray
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)4 (6.2%)
18 to 34 Years11 (12.4%)1 (1.8%)
35 to 64 Years4 (3.6%)10 (8.1%)
65 to 74 Years4 (14.3%)13 (36.1%)
75 Years and over15 (46.9%)7 (28.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Murray

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Murray: <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 Years2 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years2 (1.8%)7 (5.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)9 (25.0%)
75 Years and over15 (46.9%)7 (28.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Murray: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (7.1%)5 (13.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Murray: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)4 (6.2%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)1 (1.8%)
35 to 64 Years1 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over6 (18.8%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Murray: <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 Years1 (0.9%)3 (2.4%)
65 to 74 Years4 (14.3%)6 (16.7%)
75 Years and over6 (18.8%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Murray: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)2 (3.1%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)2 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years4 (14.3%)3 (8.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Murray

Computing Device Access in Murray

Computing Device Access in Murray
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop14856.7%
Smartphone20578.5%
Tablet11845.2%
No Computing Device2911.1%
Total261100.0%

Internet Access in Murray

Internet Access in Murray
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet20.8%
Broadband Home14655.9%
Cellular Data Only5420.7%
Satellite Internet155.8%
No Internet4818.4%
Total261100.0%

Murray Summary

Murray, Iowa is a small city located in Clarke County in the south-central part of the state. It is situated along the Des Moines River, approximately 30 miles east of Des Moines. The city has a population of approximately 1,000 people and is part of the Osceola Micropolitan Statistical Area.

History

The area that is now Murray was first settled in 1845 by a group of settlers from Ohio. The town was originally known as “Murrayville” and was named after the first settler, William Murray. The town was officially incorporated in 1876.
In the late 19th century, Murray was a thriving agricultural community. The town was home to several grain elevators, a flour mill, and a creamery. The town also had a railroad station, which connected it to the rest of the state.
In the early 20th century, the town began to decline as the railroad station closed and the agricultural industry shifted away from the area. The town’s population decreased and many of the businesses closed.
In the late 20th century, the town began to experience a resurgence. The town was revitalized with the construction of a new school, a new library, and a new city hall. The town also began to attract new businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant.

Geography

Murray is located in south-central Iowa, approximately 30 miles east of Des Moines. The city is situated along the Des Moines River and is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The city has a total area of 0.7 square miles, all of which is land.

Economy

The economy of Murray is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several grain elevators, a flour mill, and a creamery. The town also has a few small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Murray was 1,000 people. The racial makeup of the town was 97.7% White, 0.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in Murray was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $45,000. The per capita income for the town was $17,000. 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.

Common Questions

What is Per Capita Income in Murray?
Per Capita income in Murray is $30,969.
What is the Median Family Income in Murray?
Median Family Income in Murray is $65,156.
What is the Median Household income in Murray?
Median Household Income in Murray is $60,469.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Murray?
Income or Wage Gap in Murray is 1.5%.
Women in Murray earn 98.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Murray?
Inequality or Gini Index in Murray is 0.47.
What is the Total Population of Murray?
Total Population of Murray is 681.
What is the Total Male Population of Murray?
Total Male Population of Murray is 366.
What is the Total Female Population of Murray?
Total Female Population of Murray is 315.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Murray?
There are 116.19 Males per 100 Females in Murray.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Murray?
There are 86.07 Females per 100 Males in Murray.
What is the Median Population Age in Murray?
Median Population Age in Murray is 36.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Murray
Average Family Size in Murray is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Murray
Average Household Size in Murray is 2.6 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Murray?
There are 350 People in the Labor Forcein in Murray.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Murray?
68.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Murray.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Murray?
Unemployment Rate in Murray is 3.1%.