Jersey County, IL Map & Demographics
Jersey County Map
Jersey County Overview
$37,352
PER CAPITA INCOME
$100,303
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$77,607
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
37.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
62.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,707
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
21,462
TOTAL POPULATION
10,512
MALE POPULATION
10,950
FEMALE POPULATION
96.00
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.17
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
10,679
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
59.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Jersey County Area Codes
Income in Jersey County
Income Overview in Jersey County
Per Capita Income in Jersey County is $37,352, while median incomes of families and households are $100,303 and $77,607 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 21,462 | $37,352 |
| Median Family Income | 5,301 | $100,303 |
| Mean Family Income | 5,301 | $119,909 |
| Median Household Income | 7,735 | $77,607 |
| Mean Household Income | 7,735 | $97,649 |
| Income Deficit | 5,301 | $10,707 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 21,462 | 37.28% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 21,462 | 62.72¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 21,462 | 0.44 |
Earnings by Sex in Jersey County
Average Earnings in Jersey County are $39,415, $50,290 for men and $31,544 for women, a difference of 37.3%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 6,056 (52.8%) | $50,290 |
| Female | 5,413 (47.2%) | $31,544 |
| Total | 11,469 (100.0%) | $39,415 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Jersey County
The most common earnings brackets in Jersey County are $100,000+ for men (902 | 14.9%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (459 | 8.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 335 (5.5%) | 372 (6.9%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 160 (2.6%) | 201 (3.7%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 153 (2.5%) | 168 (3.1%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 162 (2.7%) | 137 (2.5%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 93 (1.5%) | 421 (7.8%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 171 (2.8%) | 108 (2.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 172 (2.8%) | 163 (3.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 159 (2.6%) | 258 (4.8%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 76 (1.3%) | 160 (3.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 116 (1.9%) | 258 (4.8%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 394 (6.5%) | 379 (7.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 271 (4.5%) | 247 (4.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 233 (3.8%) | 451 (8.3%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 181 (3.0%) | 261 (4.8%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 333 (5.5%) | 214 (4.0%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 383 (6.3%) | 189 (3.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 502 (8.3%) | 459 (8.5%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 537 (8.9%) | 312 (5.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 723 (11.9%) | 374 (6.9%) |
| $100,000+ | 902 (14.9%) | 281 (5.2%) |
| Total | 6,056 (100.0%) | 5,413 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Jersey County
Average earnings in Jersey County are $56,176 for men and $37,658 for women, a difference of 33.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $74,964, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $38,589. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $57,833, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $28,329.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $38,589 | $40,847 |
| High School Diploma | $45,681 | $28,329 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $64,193 | $36,618 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $70,805 | $49,622 |
| Graduate Degree | $74,964 | $57,833 |
| Total | $56,176 | $37,658 |
Family Income in Jersey County
Family Income Brackets in Jersey County
According to the Jersey County family income data, there are 1,246 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.5% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 69 families (1.3%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 101 | 1.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 69 | 1.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 143 | 2.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 217 | 4.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 461 | 8.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 917 | 17.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 726 | 13.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,246 | 23.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 689 | 13.0% |
| $200,000+ | 732 | 13.8% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Jersey County
6-person families (160 | 3.0%) account for the highest median family income in Jersey County with $165,897 per family, while 3-person families (1,221 | 23.0%) have the highest median income of $40,923 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,644 (49.9%) | $81,721 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,221 (23.0%) | $122,770 |
| 4-Person Families | 930 (17.5%) | $119,219 |
| 5-Person Families | 332 (6.3%) | $160,067 |
| 6-Person Families | 160 (3.0%) | $165,897 |
| 7+ Person Families | 14 (0.3%) | $0 |
| Total | 5,301 (100.0%) | $100,303 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Jersey County
The median family income in Jersey County is $100,303, with families comprising 3+ earners (781) having the highest median family income of $172,917, while families with no earners (885) have the lowest median family income of $56,575, accounting for 14.7% and 16.7% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 885 (16.7%) | $56,575 |
| 1 Earner | 1,619 (30.5%) | $65,998 |
| 2 Earners | 2,016 (38.0%) | $124,011 |
| 3+ Earners | 781 (14.7%) | $172,917 |
| Total | 5,301 (100.0%) | $100,303 |
Household Income in Jersey County
Household Income Brackets in Jersey County
With 1,439 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Jersey County, accounting for 18.6% of all households. In contrast, only 193 households (2.5%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 364 | 4.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 193 | 2.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 596 | 7.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 611 | 7.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 681 | 8.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,361 | 17.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,006 | 13.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,439 | 18.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 750 | 9.7% |
| $200,000+ | 735 | 9.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Jersey County
The median household income in Jersey County is $77,607, with the highest median household income of $96,000 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,198 households (41.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $54,256, with 2,466 households (31.9%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 163 (2.1%) | $58,507 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,908 (24.7%) | $88,365 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 3,198 (41.3%) | $96,000 |
| 65+ Years | 2,466 (31.9%) | $54,256 |
| Total | 7,735 (100.0%) | $77,607 |
Poverty in Jersey County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Jersey County
With 6.5% poverty level for males and 9.6% for females among the residents of Jersey County, under 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 106 males (22.2%) and 82 females (18.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 106 (22.2%) | 82 (18.3%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 54 (7.2%) | 10 (1.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 2 (0.5%) | 11 (2.5%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (11.7%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 36 (11.3%) | 39 (15.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 34 (4.2%) | 61 (7.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 81 (7.2%) | 171 (15.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 72 (5.5%) | 185 (15.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 109 (8.2%) | 79 (5.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 100 (6.2%) | 242 (14.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 47 (4.2%) | 75 (6.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 19 (2.6%) | 20 (2.1%) |
| Total | 660 (6.5%) | 995 (9.6%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Jersey County
According to the poverty statistics in Jersey County, males aged 5 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 372 (77.8%) | 366 (81.7%) |
| 5 Years | 23 (100.0%) | 129 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 700 (92.8%) | 564 (98.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 403 (99.5%) | 422 (97.5%) |
| 15 Years | 117 (100.0%) | 151 (88.3%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 282 (88.7%) | 207 (84.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 786 (95.9%) | 767 (92.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,041 (92.8%) | 923 (84.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,230 (94.5%) | 1,026 (84.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,221 (91.8%) | 1,282 (94.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,507 (93.8%) | 1,446 (85.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,062 (95.8%) | 1,182 (94.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 708 (97.4%) | 917 (97.9%) |
| Total | 9,452 (93.5%) | 9,382 (90.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Jersey County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Jersey County show that 1.3% or 55 of the total 4,131 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 1.8%, comprising of 50 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,646 (98.2%) | 50 (1.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,125 (99.6%) | 5 (0.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 291 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,076 (98.7%) | 55 (1.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Jersey County
According to the poverty data in Jersey County, 17.6% or 83 single-father households and 14.3% or 100 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 66 households (26.4%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 51 households (67.1%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 66 (26.4%) | 1 (0.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 17 (7.9%) | 48 (12.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 51 (67.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 83 (17.6%) | 100 (14.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Jersey County
The poverty data for Jersey County shows that 55 of the married-couple family households (1.3%) and 183 of the single-parent households (15.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 50 households (1.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 51 household (61.5%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 50 (1.8%) | 67 (13.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 5 (0.4%) | 65 (11.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 51 (61.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 55 (1.3%) | 183 (15.6%) |
Race in Jersey County
The most populous races in Jersey County are White / Caucasian (20,568 | 95.8%), Two or more Races (545 | 2.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (319 | 1.5%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 127 | 0.6% |
| Black / African American | 151 | 0.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 38 | 0.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 319 | 1.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 20,568 | 95.8% |
| Two or more Races | 545 | 2.5% |
| Some other Race | 33 | 0.2% |
| Total | 21,462 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Jersey County
The most populous ancestries reported in Jersey County are German (7,182 | 33.5%), Irish (3,163 | 14.7%), English (2,433 | 11.3%), American (1,568 | 7.3%), and Italian (893 | 4.2%), together accounting for 71.0% of all Jersey County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 27 | 0.1% |
| American | 1,568 | 7.3% |
| Arab | 1 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Bangladeshi | 1 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 83 | 0.4% |
| Blackfeet | 8 | 0.0% |
| British | 36 | 0.2% |
| Burmese | 35 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 46 | 0.2% |
| Central American | 7 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 25 | 0.1% |
| Chippewa | 2 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 72 | 0.3% |
| Czechoslovakian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 34 | 0.2% |
| Dutch | 164 | 0.8% |
| Eastern European | 20 | 0.1% |
| English | 2,433 | 11.3% |
| European | 400 | 1.9% |
| French | 123 | 0.6% |
| French Canadian | 60 | 0.3% |
| German | 7,182 | 33.5% |
| Greek | 6 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 22 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 7 | 0.0% |
| Iranian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 3,163 | 14.7% |
| Iroquois | 2 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 893 | 4.2% |
| Kenyan | 19 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 78 | 0.4% |
| Laotian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 1 | 0.0% |
| Lithuanian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Luxembourger | 2 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 262 | 1.2% |
| Northern European | 9 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 41 | 0.2% |
| Pennsylvania German | 4 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 239 | 1.1% |
| Portuguese | 13 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 5 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 64 | 0.3% |
| Salvadoran | 7 | 0.0% |
| Samoan | 37 | 0.2% |
| Scandinavian | 38 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 167 | 0.8% |
| Scottish | 430 | 2.0% |
| Slovene | 28 | 0.1% |
| South American | 31 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 32 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 182 | 0.9% |
| Swiss | 3 | 0.0% |
| Tongan | 1 | 0.0% |
| Uruguayan | 27 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 52 | 0.2% | View All 59 Rows |
Immigrants in Jersey County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Jersey County came from Asia (74 | 0.3%), Latin America (58 | 0.3%), Central America (50 | 0.2%), Mexico (43 | 0.2%), and South Eastern Asia (42 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.2% of all Jersey County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 32 | 0.2% |
| Asia | 74 | 0.3% |
| Canada | 11 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 8 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 50 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Africa | 32 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 25 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Europe | 8 | 0.0% |
| El Salvador | 7 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 41 | 0.2% |
| France | 18 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 2 | 0.0% |
| Grenada | 7 | 0.0% |
| Haiti | 1 | 0.0% |
| India | 3 | 0.0% |
| Indonesia | 5 | 0.0% |
| Iran | 2 | 0.0% |
| Kenya | 19 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 25 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 58 | 0.3% |
| Mexico | 43 | 0.2% |
| Philippines | 37 | 0.2% |
| Poland | 5 | 0.0% |
| Russia | 3 | 0.0% |
| South Central Asia | 5 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 42 | 0.2% |
| Uganda | 13 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 20 | 0.1% | View All 28 Rows |
Sex and Age in Jersey County
Sex and Age in Jersey County
The most populous age groups in Jersey County are 60 to 64 Years (864 | 8.2%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (975 | 8.9%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 502 (4.8%) | 509 (4.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 504 (4.8%) | 519 (4.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 679 (6.5%) | 632 (5.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 744 (7.1%) | 773 (7.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 754 (7.2%) | 800 (7.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 557 (5.3%) | 534 (4.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 581 (5.5%) | 560 (5.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 643 (6.1%) | 768 (7.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 672 (6.4%) | 443 (4.1%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 633 (6.0%) | 656 (6.0%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 710 (6.8%) | 705 (6.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 756 (7.2%) | 975 (8.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 864 (8.2%) | 713 (6.5%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 698 (6.6%) | 678 (6.2%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 447 (4.3%) | 612 (5.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 289 (2.8%) | 423 (3.9%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 299 (2.8%) | 345 (3.2%) |
| 85 Years and over | 180 (1.7%) | 305 (2.8%) |
| Total | 10,512 (100.0%) | 10,950 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Jersey County
Median Family Size in Jersey County
The median family size in Jersey County is 3.23 persons per family, with single female/mother families (699 | 13.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.62 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (4,131 | 77.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.15 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,131 (77.9%) | 3.15 |
| Single Male/Father | 471 (8.9%) | 3.31 |
| Single Female/Mother | 699 (13.2%) | 3.62 |
| Total Families | 5,301 (100.0%) | 3.23 |
Median Household Size in Jersey County
The median household size in Jersey County is 2.65 persons per household, with single female/mother households (699 | 9.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.9 persons per household. non-family households (2,434 | 31.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.22 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,131 (53.4%) | 3.16 |
| Single Male/Father | 471 (6.1%) | 3.77 |
| Single Female/Mother | 699 (9.0%) | 3.90 |
| Non-family | 2,434 (31.5%) | 1.22 |
| Total Households | 7,735 (100.0%) | 2.65 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Jersey County
Out of a total of 7,735 households in Jersey County, 5,301 (68.5%) are family households, while 2,434 (31.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,467, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,045.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,045 (26.4%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,467 (31.9%) | 320 (4.1%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,249 (16.2%) | 52 (0.7%) |
| 4-Person Households | 986 (12.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 425 (5.5%) | 17 (0.2%) |
| 6-Person Households | 160 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 14 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,301 (68.5%) | 2,434 (31.5%) |
Female Fertility in Jersey County
Fertility by Age in Jersey County
Average fertility rate in Jersey County is 50.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 127.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 240 (100.0%) | 127.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 240 (100.0%) | 50.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Jersey County
98.8% of women with births (240) in Jersey County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 1.3% 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 1.2% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 237 (98.8%) | 3 (1.3%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 237 (98.8%) | 3 (1.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Jersey County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 24 (10.0%) | 18.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 65 (27.1%) | 39.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 56 (23.3%) | 80.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 95 (39.6%) | 203.0 |
| Total | 240 (100.0%) | 50.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Jersey County
1.3% of women with births in Jersey County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 4.6% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 62 (95.4%) | 3 (4.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 56 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 95 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 237 (98.8%) | 3 (1.3%) |
Employment Characteristics in Jersey County
Employment by Class of Employer in Jersey County
Among the 10,053 employed individuals in Jersey County, private company employees (7,218 | 71.8%), not-for-profit organizations (907 | 9.0%), and local government employees (598 | 5.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 7,218 | 71.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 327 | 3.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 582 | 5.8% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 907 | 9.0% |
| Local Government Employees | 598 | 5.9% |
| State Government Employees | 254 | 2.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 166 | 1.7% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 1 | 0.0% |
| Total | 10,053 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Jersey County
According to the labor force statistics for Jersey County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (17,828), 59.9% or 10,679 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.4% or 363 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 92.1% or 1,005 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.0% or 49 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 491 (40.0%) | 49 (10.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,307 (84.1%) | 88 (6.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,005 (92.1%) | 43 (4.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,022 (89.6%) | 26 (2.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,097 (83.0%) | 48 (2.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,085 (77.1%) | 81 (3.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,224 (70.7%) | 21 (1.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 766 (48.6%) | 11 (1.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 538 (22.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 147 (8.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10,679 (59.9%) | 363 (3.4%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Jersey County
According to labor force statistics for Jersey County, 76.1% of individuals (8,196) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (10,770) are in the labor force, with 2.8% or 229 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 92.1% or 2,446 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.8% or 116 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 412 (68.3%) | 19 (3.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,417 (66.9%) | 173 (4.8%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,924 (75.0%) | 90 (2.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,446 (92.1%) | 40 (1.5%) |
| Total | 8,196 (76.1%) | 302 (2.8%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Jersey County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Jersey County are Management (1,038 | 10.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (983 | 9.5%), Community & Social Service (924 | 9.0%), Health Technologists (682 | 6.6%), and Education Instruction & Library (621 | 6.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Jersey County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (95.2%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (91.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (78.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (88.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (83.8%), and Legal Services & Support (78.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 768 (74.0%) | 270 (26.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 103 (25.2%) | 306 (74.8%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 422 (78.6%) | 115 (21.4%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 108 (75.0%) | 36 (25.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 260 (95.2%) | 13 (4.8%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 54 (45.0%) | 66 (55.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 341 (36.9%) | 583 (63.1%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 29 (58.0%) | 21 (42.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 31 (21.8%) | 111 (78.2%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 180 (29.0%) | 441 (71.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 101 (91.0%) | 10 (9.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 159 (16.2%) | 824 (83.8%) |
| Health Technologists | 81 (11.9%) | 601 (88.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,793 (46.1%) | 2,098 (53.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,498 (53.3%) | 4,809 (46.7%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Jersey County are Food Preparation & Serving (728 | 7.1%), Healthcare Support (381 | 3.7%), Personal Care & Service (254 | 2.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (195 | 1.9%), and Security & Protection (167 | 1.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Jersey County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (82.6%), and Personal Care & Service (57.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (89.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (69.9%), and Firefighting & Prevention (54.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 41 (10.8%) | 340 (89.2%) |
| Security & Protection | 85 (50.9%) | 82 (49.1%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 69 (45.7%) | 82 (54.3%) |
| Law Enforcement | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 219 (30.1%) | 509 (69.9%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 161 (82.6%) | 34 (17.4%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 145 (57.1%) | 109 (42.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 651 (37.7%) | 1,074 (62.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,498 (53.3%) | 4,809 (46.7%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Jersey County are Office & Administration (967 | 9.4%), and Sales & Related (760 | 7.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 384 (50.5%) | 376 (49.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 96 (9.9%) | 871 (90.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 480 (27.8%) | 1,247 (72.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,498 (53.3%) | 4,809 (46.7%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Jersey County are Construction & Extraction (630 | 6.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (366 | 3.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (102 | 1.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 77 (75.5%) | 25 (24.5%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 630 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 366 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,073 (97.7%) | 25 (2.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,498 (53.3%) | 4,809 (46.7%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Jersey County are Transportation (660 | 6.4%), Material Moving (640 | 6.2%), and Production (566 | 5.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 416 (73.5%) | 150 (26.5%) |
| Transportation | 508 (77.0%) | 152 (23.0%) |
| Material Moving | 577 (90.2%) | 63 (9.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,501 (80.4%) | 365 (19.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,498 (53.3%) | 4,809 (46.7%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Jersey County
Employment Industries in Jersey County
The major employment industries in Jersey County include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,617 | 15.7%), Retail Trade (1,070 | 10.4%), Manufacturing (1,025 | 9.9%), Educational Services (893 | 8.7%), and Accommodation & Food Services (772 | 7.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Jersey County
The Jersey County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Information (95.4%), and Construction (94.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (79.6%), and Finance & Insurance (78.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 277 (66.4%) | 140 (33.6%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 84 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 644 (94.7%) | 36 (5.3%) |
| Manufacturing | 823 (80.3%) | 202 (19.7%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 209 (61.3%) | 132 (38.7%) |
| Retail Trade | 500 (46.7%) | 570 (53.3%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 530 (89.2%) | 64 (10.8%) |
| Utilities | 155 (74.5%) | 53 (25.5%) |
| Information | 104 (95.4%) | 5 (4.6%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 52 (21.8%) | 187 (78.2%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 46 (45.1%) | 56 (54.9%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 364 (54.6%) | 303 (45.4%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 260 (70.3%) | 110 (29.7%) |
| Educational Services | 317 (35.5%) | 576 (64.5%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 329 (20.3%) | 1,288 (79.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 47 (82.5%) | 10 (17.5%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 268 (34.7%) | 504 (65.3%) |
| Public Administration | 133 (44.6%) | 165 (55.4%) |
| Total | 5,498 (53.3%) | 4,809 (46.7%) |
Education in Jersey County
School Enrollment in Jersey County
The most common levels of schooling among the 4,850 students in Jersey County are college / undergraduate (1,349 | 27.8%), high school (1,045 | 21.5%), and middle school (976 | 20.1%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 220 | 4.5% |
| Kindergarten | 214 | 4.4% |
| Elementary School | 878 | 18.1% |
| Middle School | 976 | 20.1% |
| High School | 1,045 | 21.5% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,349 | 27.8% |
| Graduate / Professional | 168 | 3.5% |
| Total | 4,850 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Jersey County
Out of a total of 4,850 students who are enrolled in schools in Jersey County, 1,334 (27.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,516 (72.5%) 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 395 (61.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 686 (84.2% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 120 (57.4%) | 89 (42.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 823 (82.7%) | 172 (17.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,022 (81.8%) | 228 (18.2%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 686 (84.2%) | 129 (15.8%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 382 (61.2%) | 242 (38.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 251 (38.9%) | 395 (61.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 141 (79.2%) | 37 (20.8%) |
| 35 Years and over | 93 (69.9%) | 40 (30.1%) |
| Total | 3,516 (72.5%) | 1,334 (27.5%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Jersey County
Business (655 | 18.5%), education (606 | 17.1%), science & technology (584 | 16.5%), arts & humanities (547 | 15.4%), and psychology (223 | 6.3%) are the most common fields of study among 3,541 individuals in Jersey County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 159 | 4.5% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 218 | 6.2% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 18 | 0.5% |
| Psychology | 223 | 6.3% |
| Social Sciences | 135 | 3.8% |
| Engineering | 107 | 3.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 584 | 16.5% |
| Business | 655 | 18.5% |
| Education | 606 | 17.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 94 | 2.6% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 82 | 2.3% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 32 | 0.9% |
| Communications | 81 | 2.3% |
| Arts & Humanities | 547 | 15.4% |
| Total | 3,541 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Jersey County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Jersey County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Jersey County are males with 2 vehicles (1,924, accounting for 37.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,912, making up 41.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 67 (1.3%) | 26 (0.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 552 (10.7%) | 581 (12.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,924 (37.2%) | 1,912 (41.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,488 (28.8%) | 1,221 (26.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 805 (15.6%) | 570 (12.2%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 333 (6.4%) | 358 (7.7%) |
| Total | 5,169 (100.0%) | 4,668 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Jersey County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Jersey County are 20 to 24 minutes (1,296 commuters, 14.3%), 30 to 34 minutes (1,179 commuters, 13.0%), and 5 to 9 minutes (1,078 commuters, 11.9%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 692 | 7.6% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,078 | 11.9% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 726 | 8.0% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 988 | 10.9% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,296 | 14.3% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 502 | 5.6% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,179 | 13.0% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 258 | 2.9% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 345 | 3.8% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 942 | 10.4% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 862 | 9.5% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 178 | 2.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in Jersey County
The most common commute times in Jersey County are 45 to 59 minutes (692 commuters, 14.5%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (785 commuters, 18.4%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 391 (8.2%) | 301 (7.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 386 (8.1%) | 692 (16.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 395 (8.3%) | 331 (7.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 412 (8.6%) | 576 (13.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 511 (10.7%) | 785 (18.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 348 (7.3%) | 154 (3.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 588 (12.3%) | 591 (13.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 126 (2.6%) | 132 (3.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 165 (3.5%) | 180 (4.2%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 692 (14.5%) | 250 (5.9%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 618 (12.9%) | 244 (5.7%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 147 (3.1%) | 31 (0.7%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Jersey County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Jersey County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (963, 20.2%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (689, 16.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 390 (8.2%) | 86 (2.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 255 (5.3%) | 236 (5.5%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 466 (9.8%) | 161 (3.8%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 963 (20.2%) | 298 (7.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 332 (7.0%) | 449 (10.5%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 584 (12.2%) | 639 (15.0%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 329 (6.9%) | 689 (16.2%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 430 (9.0%) | 391 (9.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 62 (1.3%) | 113 (2.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 224 (4.7%) | 275 (6.4%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 91 (1.9%) | 200 (4.7%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 44 (0.9%) | 13 (0.3%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 282 (5.9%) | 293 (6.9%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 327 (6.8%) | 424 (9.9%) |
| Total | 4,779 (100.0%) | 4,267 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Jersey County
Occupancy by Ownership in Jersey County
Of the total 7,735 dwellings in Jersey County, owner-occupied units account for 6,272 (81.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,463 (18.9%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 6,272 | 81.1% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,463 | 18.9% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 7,735 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Jersey County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,045 | 26.4% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,787 | 36.0% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,301 | 16.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,602 | 20.7% |
| Total Housing Units | 7,735 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Jersey County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,384 (67.7%) | 661 (32.3%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,330 (83.6%) | 457 (16.4%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,142 (87.8%) | 159 (12.2%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,416 (88.4%) | 186 (11.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 6,272 (81.1%) | 1,463 (18.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Jersey County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 288 (60.9%) | 185 (39.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,039 (75.7%) | 654 (24.3%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,151 (80.6%) | 517 (19.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,794 (94.4%) | 107 (5.6%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Jersey County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 909 | 11.7% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,162 | 15.0% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,256 | 16.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,942 | 25.1% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,397 | 18.1% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 826 | 10.7% |
| 85 Years and Over | 243 | 3.1% |
| Total | 7,735 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Jersey County
Median Income by Occupancy in Jersey County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 6,272 (81.1%) | $88,694 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,463 (18.9%) | $34,003 |
| Average | 7,735 (100.0%) | $77,607 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Jersey County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 85 (1.4%) | 196 (13.4%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 41 (0.6%) | 40 (2.7%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 116 (1.8%) | 78 (5.3%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 76 (1.2%) | 49 (3.4%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 239 (3.8%) | 234 (16.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 444 (7.1%) | 164 (11.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 487 (7.8%) | 195 (13.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,167 (18.6%) | 191 (13.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 870 (13.9%) | 132 (9.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,322 (21.1%) | 118 (8.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,425 (22.7%) | 66 (4.5%) |
| Total | 6,272 (100.0%) | 1,463 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Jersey County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 328 (5.2%) | 87 (5.9%) |
| $300 to $499 | 651 (10.4%) | 97 (6.6%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,349 (21.5%) | 562 (38.4%) |
| $800 to $999 | 677 (10.8%) | 403 (27.6%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,636 (26.1%) | 194 (13.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 740 (11.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 521 (8.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 210 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 160 (2.5%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| Total | 6,272 (100.0%) | 1,463 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Jersey County
Housing Structures in Jersey County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,883 | 89.0% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 30 | 0.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 62 | 0.8% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 152 | 2.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 170 | 2.2% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 52 | 0.7% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 386 | 5.0% |
| Total | 7,735 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Jersey County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,975 (86.8%) | 908 (13.2%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 7 (11.3%) | 55 (88.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 152 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 170 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 15 (28.8%) | 37 (71.2%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 245 (63.5%) | 141 (36.5%) |
| Total | 6,272 (81.1%) | 1,463 (18.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Jersey County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (1.6%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 84 (1.3%) | 157 (10.7%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,218 (35.4%) | 799 (54.6%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,369 (37.8%) | 421 (28.8%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,601 (25.5%) | 62 (4.2%) |
| Total | 6,272 (100.0%) | 1,463 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Jersey County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 2,730 (43.5%) | 593 (40.5%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,767 (28.2%) | 109 (7.4%) |
| Electricity | 1,549 (24.7%) | 732 (50.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 17 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 206 (3.3%) | 29 (2.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 3 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,272 (100.0%) | 1,463 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Jersey County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 156 (2.5%) | 162 (11.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,073 (17.1%) | 788 (53.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,866 (45.7%) | 416 (28.4%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,177 (34.7%) | 97 (6.6%) |
| Total | 6,272 (100.0%) | 1,463 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Jersey County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Jersey County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,645 | 3,627 |
| Median Property Value | $141,400 | $176,600 |
| Median Household Income | $66,903 | $1,158 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $614 | $160 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,312 | $71 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Jersey County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 173 (6.5%) | 163 (4.5%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 656 (24.8%) | 476 (13.1%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,442 (54.5%) | 2,326 (64.1%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 275 (10.4%) | 541 (14.9%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 74 (2.8%) | 119 (3.3%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 25 (0.9%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| Total | 2,645 (100.0%) | 3,627 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Jersey County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 85 (3.2%) | 27 (0.7%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 295 (11.2%) | 41 (1.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 320 (12.1%) | 136 (3.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 246 (9.3%) | 124 (3.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 496 (18.8%) | 241 (6.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 456 (17.2%) | 671 (18.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 480 (18.1%) | 414 (11.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 267 (10.1%) | 842 (23.2%) |
| Total | 2,645 (100.0%) | 3,627 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Jersey County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,150 (43.5%) | 108,634 (2,995.1%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 419 (15.8%) | 2,316 (63.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 433 (16.4%) | 623 (17.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 605 (22.9%) | 237 (6.5%) |
| Total | 2,645 (100.0%) | 3,627 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Jersey County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 344 (13.0%) | 20 (0.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 404 (15.3%) | 189 (5.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,831 (69.2%) | 378 (10.4%) |
| Total | 2,645 (100.0%) | 3,627 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Jersey County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jersey County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,146 (98.5%) | 17 (1.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,343 (98.8%) | 42 (1.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,931 (95.0%) | 102 (5.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,843 (91.1%) | 180 (8.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,323 (92.4%) | 190 (7.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,469 (91.7%) | 224 (8.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,124 (94.8%) | 171 (5.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,355 (99.5%) | 11 (0.5%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,664 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 20,198 (95.6%) | 937 (4.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Jersey County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,146 (98.5%) | 17 (1.5%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,343 (98.8%) | 42 (1.2%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,931 (95.0%) | 102 (5.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Jersey County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,746 (92.5%) | 141 (7.5%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,423 (93.1%) | 180 (6.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,126 (95.5%) | 146 (4.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,700 (98.8%) | 33 (1.2%) |
| $100,000 and over | 9,603 (95.9%) | 414 (4.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jersey County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 320 (27.5%) | 838 (72.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 533 (15.8%) | 2,865 (84.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 410 (20.2%) | 1,621 (79.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 453 (22.4%) | 1,427 (70.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 416 (16.6%) | 1,968 (78.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 693 (25.7%) | 1,865 (69.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 775 (23.5%) | 2,506 (76.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,298 (97.1%) | 1,221 (51.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,659 (99.7%) | 911 (54.7%) |
| Total | 7,557 (35.8%) | 15,222 (72.0%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Jersey County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 76 (4.7%) | 210 (13.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 243 (11.3%) | 133 (5.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 408 (9.6%) | 761 (17.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 219 (19.8%) | 274 (21.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 425 (58.5%) | 387 (41.3%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Jersey County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 58 (3.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 9 (0.4%) | 7 (0.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 158 (3.7%) | 33 (0.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 111 (10.0%) | 117 (9.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 238 (32.7%) | 97 (10.3%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 54 (2.5%) | 34 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 82 (1.9%) | 235 (5.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 15 (1.3%) | 35 (2.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 19 (2.6%) | 64 (6.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 61 (3.8%) | 100 (6.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 160 (7.4%) | 95 (4.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 169 (4.0%) | 99 (2.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 26 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 6 (0.8%) | 129 (13.8%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 110 (7.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 48 (2.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 218 (5.1%) | 634 (14.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 76 (6.9%) | 136 (10.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 165 (22.7%) | 339 (36.2%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 43 (2.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 31 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 139 (3.3%) | 168 (3.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2 (0.2%) | 39 (3.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 48 (6.6%) | 162 (17.3%) |
Technology Access in Jersey County
Computing Device Access in Jersey County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 4,765 | 61.6% |
| Smartphone | 6,061 | 78.4% |
| Tablet | 4,467 | 57.8% |
| No Computing Device | 978 | 12.6% |
| Total | 7,735 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Jersey County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 34 | 0.4% |
| Broadband Home | 4,442 | 57.4% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,017 | 13.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,105 | 14.3% |
| No Internet | 1,160 | 15.0% |
| Total | 7,735 | 100.0% |
Jersey County Summary
Jersey County, Illinois is located in the southwestern corner of the state, bordered by the Mississippi River to the west and the Illinois River to the east. It is part of the Metro East region of the St. Louis metropolitan area. The county seat is Jerseyville, and the largest city is Grafton. As of the 2010 census, the population was 22,985.
History
The area that is now Jersey County was first settled by Europeans in the early 1800s. The first county seat was established in 1839 in the town of Jerseyville. The county was named after the state of New Jersey, as many of the early settlers were from that state.
In the mid-1800s, the county was a major center for the production of lead and zinc. The area was also known for its coal mining industry.
Geography
Jersey County is located in the southwestern corner of Illinois, bordered by the Mississippi River to the west and the Illinois River to the east. It is part of the Metro East region of the St. Louis metropolitan area. The county has a total area of 545 square miles, of which 543 square miles is land and 2.2 square miles is water.
The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern and western parts. The highest point in the county is located in the western part, at an elevation of 830 feet.
Economy
The economy of Jersey County is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The county is home to several large agricultural operations, including grain and livestock farms. The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a large paper mill in Grafton.
The county is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Pere Marquette State Park, the Great Rivers Scenic Byway, and the Grafton Winery.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Jersey County was 22,985. The racial makeup of the county was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $45,945, and the median income for a family was $54,945. The per capita income for the county was $21,945. About 8.7% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Jersey County?
Per Capita income in Jersey County is $37,352.
What is the Median Family Income in Jersey County?
Median Family Income in Jersey County is $100,303.
What is the Median Household income in Jersey County?
Median Household Income in Jersey County is $77,607.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Jersey County?
Income or Wage Gap in Jersey County is 37.3%.
Women in Jersey County earn 62.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Jersey County?
Family Income Deficit in Jersey County is $10,707.
Families that are below poverty line in Jersey County earn $10,707 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Jersey County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Jersey County is 0.44.
What is the Total Population of Jersey County?
Total Population of Jersey County is 21,462.
What is the Total Male Population of Jersey County?
Total Male Population of Jersey County is 10,512.
What is the Total Female Population of Jersey County?
Total Female Population of Jersey County is 10,950.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Jersey County?
There are 96.00 Males per 100 Females in Jersey County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Jersey County?
There are 104.17 Females per 100 Males in Jersey County.
What is the Median Population Age in Jersey County?
Median Population Age in Jersey County is 42.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Jersey County
Average Family Size in Jersey County is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Jersey County
Average Household Size in Jersey County is 2.6 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Jersey County?
There are 10,679 People in the Labor Forcein in Jersey County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Jersey County?
59.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Jersey County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Jersey County?
Unemployment Rate in Jersey County is 3.4%.