Mackay, ID

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Mackay Overview

587
TOTAL POPULATION
261
MALE POPULATION
326
FEMALE POPULATION
80.06
MALES / 100 FEMALES
124.90
FEMALES / 100 MALES
52.2
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$28,060
PER CAPITA INCOME
$46,250
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$39,848
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
113
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
24.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

Mackay Zip Codes

Mackay Area Codes

Race in Mackay

The most populous races in Mackay are White / Caucasian (471 | 80.2%), Two or more Races (115 | 19.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (65 | 11.1%).
Race in Mackay
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino6511.1%
Native / Alaskan10.2%
White / Caucasian47180.2%
Two or more Races11519.6%
Some other Race00.0%
Total587100.0%

Ancestry in Mackay

The most populous ancestries reported in Mackay are English (238 | 40.6%), German (138 | 23.5%), Central American (65 | 11.1%), Central American Indian (65 | 11.1%), and Salvadoran (65 | 11.1%), together accounting for 97.3% of all Mackay residents.
Ancestry in Mackay
Ancestry# Population% Population
American172.9%
Central American6511.1%
Central American Indian6511.1%
Cherokee223.7%
Croatian203.4%
Delaware294.9%
Dutch559.4%
English23840.6%
European40.7%
German13823.5%
Hungarian10.2%
Irish193.2%
Italian172.9%
Norwegian213.6%
Romanian233.9%
Russian101.7%
Salvadoran6511.1%
Scandinavian345.8%
Scottish203.4%
Swedish325.4%
Swiss81.4%
Thai294.9%
Welsh10.2%
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Immigrants in Mackay

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Mackay came from Central America (1 | 0.2%), El Salvador (1 | 0.2%), and Latin America (1 | 0.2%), together accounting for 0.5% of all Mackay residents.
Immigrants in Mackay
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America10.2%
El Salvador10.2%
Latin America10.2%
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Sex and Age in Mackay

Sex and Age in Mackay

The most populous age groups in Mackay are 60 to 64 Years (62 | 23.7%) for men and Under 5 Years (57 | 17.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Mackay
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)57 (17.5%)
5 to 9 Years37 (14.2%)22 (6.8%)
10 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)23 (7.1%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)23 (7.1%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Years7 (2.7%)9 (2.8%)
40 to 44 Years49 (18.8%)25 (7.7%)
45 to 49 Years11 (4.2%)13 (4.0%)
50 to 54 Years5 (1.9%)31 (9.5%)
55 to 59 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years62 (23.7%)27 (8.3%)
65 to 69 Years10 (3.8%)39 (12.0%)
70 to 74 Years39 (14.9%)30 (9.2%)
75 to 79 Years14 (5.4%)10 (3.1%)
80 to 84 Years14 (5.4%)17 (5.2%)
85 Years and over13 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total261 (100.0%)326 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Mackay

Median Family Size in Mackay

The median family size in Mackay is 2.92 persons per family, with single male/father families (11 | 7.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.09 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (13 | 8.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.77 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Mackay
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple131 (84.5%)2.92
Single Male/Father11 (7.1%)3.09
Single Female/Mother13 (8.4%)2.77
Total Families155 (100.0%)2.92

Median Household Size in Mackay

Median Household Size in Mackay
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple131 (51.2%)2.92
Single Male/Father11 (4.3%)3.09
Single Female/Mother13 (5.1%)5.38
Non-family101 (39.5%)-
Total Households256 (100.0%)2.29

Household Size by Marriage Status in Mackay

Out of a total of 256 households in Mackay, 155 (60.6%) are family households, while 101 (39.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 119, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 101.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Mackay
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-101 (39.5%)
2-Person Households119 (46.5%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households13 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households8 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households8 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households7 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total155 (60.6%)101 (39.5%)

Female Fertility in Mackay

Fertility by Age in Mackay

Average fertility rate in Mackay is 87.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 158.0 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 Mackay
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 years9 (100.0%)158.0
Total9 (100.0%)87.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mackay

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mackay
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Mackay

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Mackay
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 Degree9 (100.0%)333.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total9 (100.0%)87.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mackay

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mackay
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 Degree9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Mackay

Income Overview in Mackay

Per Capita Income in Mackay is $28,060, while median incomes of families and households are $46,250 and $39,848 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income587$28,060
Median Family Income155$46,250
Mean Family Income155$58,796
Median Household Income256$39,848
Mean Household Income256$66,131
Income Deficit155$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)5870.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)587100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5870.44

Earnings by Sex in Mackay

Earnings by Sex in Mackay
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male82 (55.0%)$0
Female67 (45.0%)$0
Total149 (100.0%)$46,188

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mackay

The most common earnings brackets in Mackay are $100,000+ for men (39 | 47.6%) and $45,000 to $49,999 for women (13 | 19.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mackay
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)8 (11.9%)
$2,500 to $4,9997 (8.5%)8 (11.9%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)9 (13.4%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)10 (14.9%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)9 (13.4%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99913 (15.9%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9991 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9997 (8.5%)13 (19.4%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9991 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9997 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9997 (8.5%)10 (14.9%)
$100,000+39 (47.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total82 (100.0%)67 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mackay

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

Family Income in Mackay

Family Income Brackets in Mackay

According to the Mackay family income data, there are 42 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 27.1% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Mackay
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000117.1%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999117.1%
$25,000 to $34,999149.0%
$35,000 to $49,9994227.1%
$50,000 to $74,9994227.1%
$75,000 to $99,9991610.3%
$100,000 to $149,99910.6%
$150,000 to $199,9991811.6%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mackay

2-person families (132 | 85.2%) account for the highest median family income in Mackay with $44,063 per family, while 2-person families (132 | 85.2%) have the highest median income of $22,032 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mackay
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families132 (85.2%)$44,063
3-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
4-Person Families8 (5.2%)$0
5-Person Families8 (5.2%)$0
6-Person Families7 (4.5%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total155 (100.0%)$46,250

Family Income by Number of Earners in Mackay

Family Income by Number of Earners in Mackay
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners97 (62.6%)$38,750
1 Earner15 (9.7%)$51,250
2 Earners43 (27.7%)$0
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total155 (100.0%)$46,250

Household Income in Mackay

Household Income Brackets in Mackay

With 50 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Mackay, accounting for 19.5% of all households. In contrast, only 4 households (1.6%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Mackay
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000114.3%
$10,000 to $14,99993.5%
$15,000 to $24,9992810.9%
$25,000 to $34,9994919.1%
$35,000 to $49,9994216.4%
$50,000 to $74,9995019.5%
$75,000 to $99,999166.3%
$100,000 to $149,99993.5%
$150,000 to $199,9993814.8%
$200,000+41.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Mackay

The median household income in Mackay is $39,848, with the highest median household income of $38,800 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 116 households (45.3%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Mackay
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years40 (15.6%)$0
45 to 64 Years100 (39.1%)$0
65+ Years116 (45.3%)$38,800
Total256 (100.0%)$39,848

Poverty in Mackay

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mackay

With 20.3% poverty level for males and 10.4% for females among the residents of Mackay, 45 to 54 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 11 males (68.8%) and 23 females (50.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mackay
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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 Years0 (0.0%)23 (50.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years34 (60.7%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years11 (68.8%)11 (25.0%)
55 to 64 Years8 (12.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total53 (20.3%)34 (10.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mackay

According to the poverty statistics in Mackay, males aged 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 Mackay
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)57 (100.0%)
5 Years18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years19 (100.0%)22 (100.0%)
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 Years0 (0.0%)23 (50.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years22 (39.3%)34 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years5 (31.2%)33 (75.0%)
55 to 64 Years54 (87.1%)27 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years49 (100.0%)69 (100.0%)
75 Years and over41 (100.0%)27 (100.0%)
Total208 (79.7%)292 (89.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mackay

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Mackay show that 8.4% or 11 of the total 131 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 10.2%, comprising of 11 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mackay
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children97 (89.8%)11 (10.2%)
1 or 2 Children8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total120 (91.6%)11 (8.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mackay

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mackay
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children11 (100.0%)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%)
Total11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

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

The poverty data for Mackay shows that 11 of the married-couple family households (8.4%) and 11 of the single-parent households (45.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (10.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 household (45.8%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Mackay
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children11 (10.2%)11 (45.8%)
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%)
Total11 (8.4%)11 (45.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Mackay

Employment by Class of Employer in Mackay

Among the 106 employed individuals in Mackay, local government employees (34 | 32.1%), private company employees (31 | 29.2%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (23 | 21.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Mackay
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees3129.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)109.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2321.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations87.5%
Local Government Employees3432.1%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total106100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Mackay

Employment Status by Age in Mackay
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years40 (44.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years38 (63.3%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years34 (38.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years1 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total113 (24.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mackay

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mackay
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma23 (18.3%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree21 (56.8%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher55 (87.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total112 (46.9%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Mackay

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mackay are Management (34 | 30.1%), Computers, Engineering & Science (9 | 8.0%), Architecture & Engineering (9 | 8.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (9 | 8.0%), and Community & Social Service (7 | 6.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Mackay

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mackay, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Community & Social Service (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Management (67.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Mackay
OccupationMaleFemale
Management11 (32.4%)23 (67.6%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)27 (45.8%)32 (54.2%)
Total (Overall)62 (54.9%)51 (45.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Mackay are , and Healthcare Support (10 | 8.8%).
Services Occupations in Mackay

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Mackay
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)62 (54.9%)51 (45.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Mackay are , and Sales & Related (9 | 8.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Mackay

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Mackay
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)62 (54.9%)51 (45.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Mackay are Construction & Extraction (14 | 12.4%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (13 | 11.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Mackay

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Mackay
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)62 (54.9%)51 (45.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Mackay are Production (7 | 6.2%), and Material Moving (1 | 0.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Mackay

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Mackay
OccupationMaleFemale
Production7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)62 (54.9%)51 (45.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Mackay

Employment Industries in Mackay

The major employment industries in Mackay include Health Care & Social Assistance (29 | 25.7%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (17 | 15.0%), Construction (15 | 13.3%), Professional & Scientific (15 | 13.3%), and Utilities (13 | 11.5%).
Employment Industries in Mackay

Employment Industries by Sex in Mackay

The Mackay industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Manufacturing (100.0%), and Retail 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 Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (76.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Mackay
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing4 (23.5%)13 (76.5%)
Professional & Scientific15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total62 (54.9%)51 (45.1%)

Education in Mackay

School Enrollment in Mackay

The most common levels of schooling among the 107 students in Mackay are nursery / preschool (58 | 54.2%), elementary school (41 | 38.3%), and college / undergraduate (8 | 7.5%).
School Enrollment in Mackay
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool5854.2%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School4138.3%
Middle School00.0%
High School00.0%
College / Undergraduate87.5%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total107100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mackay

Out of a total of 107 students who are enrolled in schools in Mackay, 8 (7.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 99 (92.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 8 (20.0% 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 59 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mackay
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds32 (80.0%)8 (20.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total99 (92.5%)8 (7.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mackay

Science & technology (48 | 36.6%), business (24 | 18.3%), physical & health sciences (22 | 16.8%), computers & mathematics (20 | 15.3%), and education (17 | 13.0%) are the most common fields of study among 131 individuals in Mackay who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mackay
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics2015.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences2216.8%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology4836.6%
Business2418.3%
Education1713.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total131100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Mackay

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mackay

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Mackay are males with 3 vehicles (19, accounting for 34.5%) and females with 3 vehicles (19, making up 37.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mackay
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle13 (23.6%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles16 (29.1%)9 (17.6%)
3 Vehicles19 (34.5%)19 (37.2%)
4 Vehicles7 (12.7%)23 (45.1%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total55 (100.0%)51 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Mackay

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Mackay are less than 5 minutes (51 commuters, 53.7%), 5 to 9 minutes (14 commuters, 14.7%), and 10 to 14 minutes (10 commuters, 10.5%).
Commute Time in Mackay
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes5153.7%
5 to 9 Minutes1414.7%
10 to 14 Minutes1010.5%
15 to 19 Minutes00.0%
20 to 24 Minutes1010.5%
25 to 29 Minutes11.1%
30 to 34 Minutes00.0%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes11.1%
60 to 89 Minutes88.4%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Mackay

The most common commute times in Mackay are less than 5 minutes (20 commuters, 45.5%) for males and less than 5 minutes (31 commuters, 60.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Mackay
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes20 (45.5%)31 (60.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes14 (31.8%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)10 (19.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)10 (19.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes1 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes1 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes8 (18.2%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mackay

The most frequent times of departure to work in Mackay are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (15, 34.1%) for males and 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM (23, 45.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mackay
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM1 (2.3%)9 (17.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM15 (34.1%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM7 (15.9%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM7 (15.9%)9 (17.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM13 (29.5%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM1 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)10 (19.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)23 (45.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total44 (100.0%)51 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Mackay

Occupancy by Ownership in Mackay

Of the total 256 dwellings in Mackay, owner-occupied units account for 218 (85.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 38 (14.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Mackay
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units21885.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units3814.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units256100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Mackay

Occupancy by Household Size in Mackay
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household10139.5%
2-Person Household11946.5%
3-Person Household135.1%
4+ Person Household239.0%
Total Housing Units256100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mackay

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mackay
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household79 (78.2%)22 (21.8%)
2-Person Household119 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Household13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household7 (30.4%)16 (69.6%)
Total Housing Units218 (85.2%)38 (14.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mackay

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mackay
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
High School Diploma80 (89.9%)9 (10.1%)
College/Associate Degree45 (84.9%)8 (15.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher93 (92.1%)8 (7.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mackay

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mackay
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years00.0%
35 to 44 Years4015.6%
45 to 54 Years5923.1%
55 to 64 Years4116.0%
65 to 74 Years7027.3%
75 to 84 Years3312.9%
85 Years and Over135.1%
Total256100.0%

Housing Finances in Mackay

Median Income by Occupancy in Mackay

Median Income by Occupancy in Mackay
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied218 (85.2%)$48,750
Renter-Occupied38 (14.8%)$0
Average256 (100.0%)$39,848

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mackay

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mackay
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00011 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9999 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99911 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9998 (3.7%)9 (23.7%)
$25,000 to $34,99936 (16.5%)13 (34.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99934 (15.6%)8 (21.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99950 (22.9%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99916 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9999 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more34 (15.6%)8 (21.0%)
Total218 (100.0%)38 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mackay

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mackay
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30032 (14.7%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499106 (48.6%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79939 (17.9%)13 (34.2%)
$800 to $9998 (3.7%)9 (23.7%)
$1,000 to $1,49922 (10.1%)16 (42.1%)
$1,500 to $1,99911 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total218 (100.0%)38 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Mackay

Housing Structures in Mackay

Housing Structures in Mackay
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached22587.9%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments135.1%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other187.0%
Total256100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mackay

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mackay
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached200 (88.9%)25 (11.1%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total218 (85.2%)38 (14.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mackay

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mackay
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)13 (34.2%)
2 or 3 Rooms16 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms80 (36.7%)8 (21.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms72 (33.0%)17 (44.7%)
8 or more Rooms50 (22.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total218 (100.0%)38 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mackay

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mackay
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1 (0.5%)8 (21.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas18 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity129 (59.2%)30 (78.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels62 (28.4%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used8 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total218 (100.0%)38 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Mackay

Household Vehicle Usage in Mackay
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle53 (24.3%)13 (34.2%)
2 Vehicles80 (36.7%)25 (65.8%)
3 or more Vehicles85 (39.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total218 (100.0%)38 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Mackay

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Mackay

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units15761
Median Property Value$164,200$234,400
Median Household Income$50,096$4
Monthly Housing Costs$386$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,013$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mackay

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mackay
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00019 (12.1%)12 (19.7%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)8 (13.1%)
$100,000 to $299,99986 (54.8%)30 (49.2%)
$300,000 to $499,99952 (33.1%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)11 (18.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total157 (100.0%)61 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mackay

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mackay
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99920 (12.7%)11 (18.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99936 (22.9%)8 (13.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99922 (14.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99942 (26.8%)12 (19.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9997 (4.5%)8 (13.1%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)9 (14.7%)
$150,000 or more30 (19.1%)9 (14.7%)
Total157 (100.0%)61 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mackay

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mackay
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x28 (17.8%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x44 (28.0%)17 (27.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x21 (13.4%)16 (26.2%)
4.0x or more64 (40.8%)17 (27.9%)
Total157 (100.0%)61 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mackay

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mackay
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80054 (34.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49946 (29.3%)49 (80.3%)
$800 to $1,49924 (15.3%)12 (19.7%)
Total157 (100.0%)61 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Mackay

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mackay

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mackay
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years81 (90.0%)9 (10.0%)
45 to 54 Years60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years89 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years118 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total578 (98.5%)9 (1.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mackay

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mackay
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mackay

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mackay
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00070 (88.6%)9 (11.4%)
$25,000 to $49,999200 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999136 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99988 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over84 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mackay

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mackay
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 650 (66.7%)67 (89.3%)
6 to 18 Years22 (53.7%)41 (100.0%)
19 to 25 Years23 (50.0%)23 (50.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years8 (8.9%)81 (90.0%)
45 to 54 Years12 (20.0%)49 (81.7%)
55 to 64 Years11 (12.4%)78 (87.6%)
65 to 74 Years118 (100.0%)41 (34.7%)
75 Years and over68 (100.0%)33 (48.5%)
Total312 (53.1%)413 (70.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mackay

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mackay
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%)23 (50.0%)
35 to 64 Years46 (34.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years1 (2.0%)22 (31.9%)
75 Years and over41 (100.0%)27 (100.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Mackay

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Mackay: <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 Years20 (14.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)22 (31.9%)
75 Years and over41 (100.0%)8 (29.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Mackay: <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%)23 (50.0%)
35 to 64 Years24 (17.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)22 (31.9%)
75 Years and over14 (34.2%)17 (63.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Mackay: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)23 (50.0%)
35 to 64 Years18 (13.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over14 (34.2%)9 (33.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Mackay: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)23 (50.0%)
35 to 64 Years26 (19.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years1 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over27 (65.8%)27 (100.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Mackay: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)23 (50.0%)
35 to 64 Years11 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over14 (34.2%)9 (33.3%)

Technology Access in Mackay

Computing Device Access in Mackay

Computing Device Access in Mackay
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop17568.4%
Smartphone15359.8%
Tablet11043.0%
No Computing Device7328.5%
Total256100.0%

Internet Access in Mackay

Internet Access in Mackay
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home17468.0%
Cellular Data Only218.2%
Satellite Internet2810.9%
No Internet6123.8%
Total256100.0%

Mackay Summary

Mackay is a city located in the Central Coast region of Queensland, Australia. It is situated on the Pioneer River, about 970 kilometres (600 mi) north of Brisbane. The city is the gateway to the Whitsunday Islands, the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area. The city is home to a population of over 80,000 people, making it the third largest city in Queensland.

History

Mackay was first settled in the 1860s by John Mackay, who established a pastoral station in the area. The town was officially proclaimed in 1866 and was named after John Mackay. The town grew rapidly in the late 19th century, becoming a major port for the export of sugar and coal. The city was also a major centre for the gold rush of the late 19th century.
In the early 20th century, Mackay was a major centre for the sugar industry, with many sugar mills being established in the area. The city was also a major centre for the coal industry, with many coal mines being established in the area.

Geography

Mackay is located in the Central Coast region of Queensland, Australia. It is situated on the Pioneer River, about 970 kilometres (600 mi) north of Brisbane. The city is surrounded by the Whitsunday Islands, the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area. The city is located in a tropical climate, with hot summers and mild winters.

Economy

Mackay is a major centre for the sugar industry, with many sugar mills being established in the area. The city is also a major centre for the coal industry, with many coal mines being established in the area. The city is also a major centre for tourism, with many attractions such as the Great Barrier Reef, the Whitsunday Islands and the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area.
The city is also home to a number of major industries, including manufacturing, engineering, mining, agriculture and fishing. The city is also home to a number of major retailers, including Woolworths, Coles and Kmart.

Demographics

As of the 2016 census, the population of Mackay was 81,542. The city has a median age of 36.7 years, with a population that is predominantly of Australian descent. The city also has a significant Indigenous population, with 8.3% of the population being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. The city also has a significant Asian population, with 8.2% of the population being of Asian descent. The city also has a significant Pacific Islander population, with 4.2% of the population being of Pacific Islander descent.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Mackay?
Total Population of Mackay is 587.
What is the Total Male Population of Mackay?
Total Male Population of Mackay is 261.
What is the Total Female Population of Mackay?
Total Female Population of Mackay is 326.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Mackay?
There are 80.06 Males per 100 Females in Mackay.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Mackay?
There are 124.90 Females per 100 Males in Mackay.
What is the Median Population Age in Mackay?
Median Population Age in Mackay is 52.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Mackay
Average Family Size in Mackay is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Mackay
Average Household Size in Mackay is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Mackay?
Per Capita income in Mackay is $28,060.
What is the Median Family Income in Mackay?
Median Family Income in Mackay is $46,250.
What is the Median Household income in Mackay?
Median Household Income in Mackay is $39,848.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Mackay?
Inequality or Gini Index in Mackay is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Mackay?
There are 113 People in the Labor Forcein in Mackay.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Mackay?
24.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Mackay.