Monroe County, IL Map & Demographics
Monroe County Map

Monroe County Overview
$47,248
PER CAPITA INCOME
$123,603
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$100,685
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
23.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
76.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$13,211
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
34,905
TOTAL POPULATION
17,530
MALE POPULATION
17,375
FEMALE POPULATION
100.89
MALES / 100 FEMALES
99.12
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
19,082
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
68.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Monroe County Area Codes
Income in Monroe County
Income Overview in Monroe County
Per Capita Income in Monroe County is $47,248, while median incomes of families and households are $123,603 and $100,685 respectively.
Characteristic | Number | Measure |
Per Capita Income | 34,905 | $47,248 |
Median Family Income | 9,889 | $123,603 |
Mean Family Income | 9,889 | $141,511 |
Median Household Income | 13,565 | $100,685 |
Mean Household Income | 13,565 | $119,329 |
Income Deficit | 9,889 | $13,211 |
Wage / Income Gap (%) | 34,905 | 23.87% |
Wage / Income Gap ($) | 34,905 | 76.13¢ per $1 |
Gini / Inequality Index | 34,905 | 0.40 |
Earnings by Sex in Monroe County
Average Earnings in Monroe County are $53,600, $59,986 for men and $45,666 for women, a difference of 23.9%.

Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
Male | 10,419 (51.9%) | $59,986 |
Female | 9,661 (48.1%) | $45,666 |
Total | 20,080 (100.0%) | $53,600 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Monroe County
The most common earnings brackets in Monroe County are $100,000+ for men (2,341 | 22.5%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (1,318 | 13.6%).

Income | Male | Female |
$2,499 or less | 421 (4.0%) | 442 (4.6%) |
$2,500 to $4,999 | 189 (1.8%) | 246 (2.5%) |
$5,000 to $7,499 | 292 (2.8%) | 223 (2.3%) |
$7,500 to $9,999 | 215 (2.1%) | 260 (2.7%) |
$10,000 to $12,499 | 374 (3.6%) | 498 (5.1%) |
$12,500 to $14,999 | 253 (2.4%) | 307 (3.2%) |
$15,000 to $17,499 | 87 (0.8%) | 150 (1.5%) |
$17,500 to $19,999 | 153 (1.5%) | 78 (0.8%) |
$20,000 to $22,499 | 182 (1.8%) | 135 (1.4%) |
$22,500 to $24,999 | 213 (2.0%) | 276 (2.9%) |
$25,000 to $29,999 | 370 (3.5%) | 478 (5.0%) |
$30,000 to $34,999 | 348 (3.3%) | 298 (3.1%) |
$35,000 to $39,999 | 437 (4.2%) | 689 (7.1%) |
$40,000 to $44,999 | 373 (3.6%) | 662 (6.9%) |
$45,000 to $49,999 | 406 (3.9%) | 419 (4.3%) |
$50,000 to $54,999 | 410 (3.9%) | 418 (4.3%) |
$55,000 to $64,999 | 779 (7.5%) | 947 (9.8%) |
$65,000 to $74,999 | 1,093 (10.5%) | 620 (6.4%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 1,483 (14.2%) | 1,318 (13.6%) |
$100,000+ | 2,341 (22.5%) | 1,197 (12.4%) |
Total | 10,419 (100.0%) | 9,661 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Monroe County
Average earnings in Monroe County are $68,310 for men and $53,113 for women, a difference of 22.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $111,641, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $53,269. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $77,835, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $38,397.

Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
Less than High School | - | - |
High School Diploma | $53,269 | $38,397 |
College or Associate's Degree | $58,631 | $43,764 |
Bachelor's Degree | $78,306 | $58,531 |
Graduate Degree | $111,641 | $77,835 |
Total | $68,310 | $53,113 |
Family Income in Monroe County
Family Income Brackets in Monroe County
According to the Monroe County family income data, there are 2,611 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.4% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 89 families (0.9%) belonging to this category.

Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
Less than $10,000 | 119 | 1.2% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 89 | 0.9% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 178 | 1.8% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 138 | 1.4% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 613 | 6.2% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 1,177 | 11.9% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 1,345 | 13.6% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 2,611 | 26.4% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 1,711 | 17.3% |
$200,000+ | 1,899 | 19.2% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Monroe County
4-person families (1,861 | 18.8%) account for the highest median family income in Monroe County with $177,621 per family, while 2-person families (4,872 | 49.3%) have the highest median income of $50,028 per family member.

Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
2-Person Families | 4,872 (49.3%) | $100,055 |
3-Person Families | 2,213 (22.4%) | $126,385 |
4-Person Families | 1,861 (18.8%) | $177,621 |
5-Person Families | 618 (6.2%) | $155,238 |
6-Person Families | 268 (2.7%) | $146,579 |
7+ Person Families | 57 (0.6%) | $147,875 |
Total | 9,889 (100.0%) | $123,603 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Monroe County
The median family income in Monroe County is $123,603, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,214) having the highest median family income of $171,597, while families with no earners (1,424) have the lowest median family income of $64,930, accounting for 12.3% and 14.4% of families, respectively.

Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
No Earners | 1,424 (14.4%) | $64,930 |
1 Earner | 2,500 (25.3%) | $87,097 |
2 Earners | 4,751 (48.0%) | $145,997 |
3+ Earners | 1,214 (12.3%) | $171,597 |
Total | 9,889 (100.0%) | $123,603 |
Household Income in Monroe County
Household Income Brackets in Monroe County
With 3,079 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Monroe County, accounting for 22.7% of all households. In contrast, only 203 households (1.5%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.

Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Less than $10,000 | 393 | 2.9% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 203 | 1.5% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 936 | 6.9% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 475 | 3.5% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 1,058 | 7.8% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 1,804 | 13.3% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 1,831 | 13.5% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 3,079 | 22.7% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 1,763 | 13.0% |
$200,000+ | 2,008 | 14.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Monroe County
The median household income in Monroe County is $100,685, with the highest median household income of $125,077 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 5,303 households (39.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $23,792, with 372 households (2.7%) in this group.

Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
15 to 24 Years | 372 (2.7%) | $23,792 |
25 to 44 Years | 3,837 (28.3%) | $115,176 |
45 to 64 Years | 5,303 (39.1%) | $125,077 |
65+ Years | 4,053 (29.9%) | $60,721 |
Total | 13,565 (100.0%) | $100,685 |
Poverty in Monroe County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Monroe County
With 3.5% poverty level for males and 5.0% for females among the residents of Monroe County, 6 to 11 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 115 males (8.3%) and 106 females (10.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.

Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 80 (7.7%) | 12 (1.4%) |
5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (5.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 115 (8.3%) | 106 (10.8%) |
12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (2.5%) |
15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (6.1%) |
16 and 17 Years | 2 (0.5%) | 31 (8.9%) |
18 to 24 Years | 45 (3.4%) | 61 (5.6%) |
25 to 34 Years | 120 (6.3%) | 133 (7.2%) |
35 to 44 Years | 13 (0.5%) | 67 (2.9%) |
45 to 54 Years | 63 (2.9%) | 20 (0.9%) |
55 to 64 Years | 17 (0.6%) | 92 (3.4%) |
65 to 74 Years | 105 (5.6%) | 155 (8.6%) |
75 Years and over | 59 (5.5%) | 132 (9.0%) |
Total | 619 (3.5%) | 862 (5.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Monroe County
According to the poverty statistics in Monroe County, males aged 5 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 99.1% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.

Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 955 (92.3%) | 846 (98.6%) |
5 Years | 269 (100.0%) | 209 (95.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 1,267 (91.7%) | 878 (89.2%) |
12 to 14 Years | 567 (100.0%) | 892 (97.5%) |
15 Years | 265 (100.0%) | 290 (93.9%) |
16 and 17 Years | 437 (99.5%) | 318 (91.1%) |
18 to 24 Years | 1,300 (96.7%) | 1,021 (94.4%) |
25 to 34 Years | 1,776 (93.7%) | 1,715 (92.8%) |
35 to 44 Years | 2,344 (99.5%) | 2,243 (97.1%) |
45 to 54 Years | 2,129 (97.1%) | 2,230 (99.1%) |
55 to 64 Years | 2,692 (99.4%) | 2,604 (96.6%) |
65 to 74 Years | 1,788 (94.5%) | 1,657 (91.4%) |
75 Years and over | 1,020 (94.5%) | 1,340 (91.0%) |
Total | 16,809 (96.5%) | 16,243 (95.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Monroe County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Monroe County show that 1.8% or 151 of the total 8,278 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 9.8%, comprising of 67 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.

Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
No Children | 4,851 (98.4%) | 81 (1.6%) |
1 or 2 Children | 2,634 (99.9%) | 3 (0.1%) |
3 or 4 Children | 615 (90.2%) | 67 (9.8%) |
5 or more Children | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 8,127 (98.2%) | 151 (1.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Monroe County
According to the poverty data in Monroe County, 5.0% or 32 single-father households and 12.0% or 116 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 29 households (10.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 households (34.3%) falling below the poverty line.

Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
No Children | 29 (10.0%) | 9 (2.7%) |
1 or 2 Children | 3 (1.0%) | 95 (15.8%) |
3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (34.3%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 32 (5.0%) | 116 (12.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Monroe County
The poverty data for Monroe County shows that 151 of the married-couple family households (1.8%) and 148 of the single-parent households (9.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 67 households (9.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 household (17.6%) living below poverty.

Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
No Children | 81 (1.6%) | 38 (6.1%) |
1 or 2 Children | 3 (0.1%) | 98 (10.8%) |
3 or 4 Children | 67 (9.8%) | 12 (17.6%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 151 (1.8%) | 148 (9.2%) |
Race in Monroe County
The most populous races in Monroe County are White / Caucasian (33,706 | 96.6%), Hispanic or Latino (581 | 1.7%), and Two or more Races (434 | 1.2%).

Race | # Population | % Population |
Asian | 214 | 0.6% |
Black / African American | 217 | 0.6% |
Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
Hispanic or Latino | 581 | 1.7% |
Native / Alaskan | 43 | 0.1% |
White / Caucasian | 33,706 | 96.6% |
Two or more Races | 434 | 1.2% |
Some other Race | 291 | 0.8% |
Total | 34,905 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Monroe County
The most populous ancestries reported in Monroe County are German (14,651 | 42.0%), Irish (4,099 | 11.7%), English (3,507 | 10.1%), American (1,933 | 5.5%), and Italian (1,767 | 5.1%), together accounting for 74.4% of all Monroe County residents.

Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
Albanian | 52 | 0.2% |
American | 1,933 | 5.5% |
Austrian | 118 | 0.3% |
Belgian | 103 | 0.3% |
Bhutanese | 19 | 0.1% |
Blackfeet | 14 | 0.0% |
Brazilian | 14 | 0.0% |
British | 165 | 0.5% |
Burmese | 76 | 0.2% |
Canadian | 2 | 0.0% |
Celtic | 14 | 0.0% |
Central American | 46 | 0.1% |
Cherokee | 92 | 0.3% |
Croatian | 111 | 0.3% |
Cuban | 6 | 0.0% |
Czech | 218 | 0.6% |
Czechoslovakian | 2 | 0.0% |
Danish | 161 | 0.5% |
Dutch | 252 | 0.7% |
Eastern European | 151 | 0.4% |
English | 3,507 | 10.1% |
European | 315 | 0.9% |
French | 1,180 | 3.4% |
French American Indian | 10 | 0.0% |
French Canadian | 102 | 0.3% |
German | 14,651 | 42.0% |
Greek | 363 | 1.0% |
Guatemalan | 34 | 0.1% |
Haitian | 26 | 0.1% |
Honduran | 12 | 0.0% |
Hungarian | 103 | 0.3% |
Indian (Asian) | 60 | 0.2% |
Indonesian | 35 | 0.1% |
Irish | 4,099 | 11.7% |
Iroquois | 6 | 0.0% |
Italian | 1,767 | 5.1% |
Korean | 55 | 0.2% |
Lithuanian | 112 | 0.3% |
Mexican | 447 | 1.3% |
Northern European | 4 | 0.0% |
Norwegian | 219 | 0.6% |
Pakistani | 5 | 0.0% |
Polish | 1,148 | 3.3% |
Portuguese | 55 | 0.2% |
Puerto Rican | 82 | 0.2% |
Romanian | 41 | 0.1% |
Russian | 50 | 0.1% |
Scandinavian | 23 | 0.1% |
Scotch-Irish | 243 | 0.7% |
Scottish | 408 | 1.2% |
Serbian | 15 | 0.0% |
Sioux | 1 | 0.0% |
Slavic | 69 | 0.2% |
Slovak | 9 | 0.0% |
Sri Lankan | 57 | 0.2% |
Swedish | 525 | 1.5% |
Swiss | 169 | 0.5% |
Thai | 7 | 0.0% |
Ukrainian | 9 | 0.0% |
Welsh | 122 | 0.4% |
Yugoslavian | 12 | 0.0% | View All 61 Rows |
Immigrants in Monroe County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Monroe County came from Asia (178 | 0.5%), Europe (119 | 0.3%), South Eastern Asia (116 | 0.3%), Latin America (107 | 0.3%), and Central America (94 | 0.3%), together accounting for 1.8% of all Monroe County residents.

Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
Asia | 178 | 0.5% |
Brazil | 13 | 0.0% |
Central America | 94 | 0.3% |
China | 13 | 0.0% |
Czechoslovakia | 20 | 0.1% |
Eastern Asia | 55 | 0.2% |
Eastern Europe | 74 | 0.2% |
Europe | 119 | 0.3% |
Germany | 21 | 0.1% |
Guatemala | 34 | 0.1% |
Honduras | 12 | 0.0% |
India | 7 | 0.0% |
Indonesia | 13 | 0.0% |
Korea | 42 | 0.1% |
Latin America | 107 | 0.3% |
Mexico | 48 | 0.1% |
Netherlands | 19 | 0.1% |
Northern Europe | 5 | 0.0% |
Philippines | 42 | 0.1% |
Russia | 39 | 0.1% |
Serbia | 15 | 0.0% |
South America | 13 | 0.0% |
South Central Asia | 7 | 0.0% |
South Eastern Asia | 116 | 0.3% |
Vietnam | 35 | 0.1% |
Western Europe | 40 | 0.1% | View All 26 Rows |
Sex and Age in Monroe County
Sex and Age in Monroe County
The most populous age groups in Monroe County are 55 to 59 Years (1,438 | 8.2%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (1,430 | 8.2%) for women.

Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 1,046 (6.0%) | 864 (5.0%) |
5 to 9 Years | 1,051 (6.0%) | 879 (5.1%) |
10 to 14 Years | 1,207 (6.9%) | 1,304 (7.5%) |
15 to 19 Years | 1,095 (6.2%) | 962 (5.5%) |
20 to 24 Years | 973 (5.6%) | 778 (4.5%) |
25 to 29 Years | 944 (5.4%) | 859 (4.9%) |
30 to 34 Years | 955 (5.4%) | 989 (5.7%) |
35 to 39 Years | 1,093 (6.2%) | 1,216 (7.0%) |
40 to 44 Years | 1,264 (7.2%) | 1,098 (6.3%) |
45 to 49 Years | 1,066 (6.1%) | 1,013 (5.8%) |
50 to 54 Years | 1,126 (6.4%) | 1,250 (7.2%) |
55 to 59 Years | 1,438 (8.2%) | 1,308 (7.5%) |
60 to 64 Years | 1,274 (7.3%) | 1,430 (8.2%) |
65 to 69 Years | 1,161 (6.6%) | 1,012 (5.8%) |
70 to 74 Years | 735 (4.2%) | 846 (4.9%) |
75 to 79 Years | 543 (3.1%) | 475 (2.7%) |
80 to 84 Years | 279 (1.6%) | 440 (2.5%) |
85 Years and over | 280 (1.6%) | 652 (3.7%) |
Total | 17,530 (100.0%) | 17,375 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Monroe County
Median Family Size in Monroe County
The median family size in Monroe County is 3.02 persons per family, with married-couple families (8,278 | 83.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.04 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (643 | 6.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.86 persons per family.

Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
Married-Couple | 8,278 (83.7%) | 3.04 |
Single Male/Father | 643 (6.5%) | 2.86 |
Single Female/Mother | 968 (9.8%) | 2.94 |
Total Families | 9,889 (100.0%) | 3.02 |
Median Household Size in Monroe County
The median household size in Monroe County is 2.55 persons per household, with single male/father households (643 | 4.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.16 persons per household. non-family households (3,676 | 27.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.

Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
Married-Couple | 8,278 (61.0%) | 3.06 |
Single Male/Father | 643 (4.7%) | 3.16 |
Single Female/Mother | 968 (7.1%) | 3.15 |
Non-family | 3,676 (27.1%) | 1.16 |
Total Households | 13,565 (100.0%) | 2.55 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Monroe County
Out of a total of 13,565 households in Monroe County, 9,889 (72.9%) are family households, while 3,676 (27.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 4,591, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,200.

Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
1-Person Households | - | 3,200 (23.6%) |
2-Person Households | 4,591 (33.8%) | 454 (3.4%) |
3-Person Households | 2,428 (17.9%) | 22 (0.2%) |
4-Person Households | 1,852 (13.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5-Person Households | 652 (4.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6-Person Households | 285 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
7+ Person Households | 81 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 9,889 (72.9%) | 3,676 (27.1%) |
Female Fertility in Monroe County
Fertility by Age in Monroe County
Average fertility rate in Monroe County is 48.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 111.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 83.2% 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 | 292 (83.2%) | 111.0 |
35 to 50 years | 59 (16.8%) | 16.0 |
Total | 351 (100.0%) | 48.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Monroe County
64.4% of women with births (351) in Monroe County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 35.6% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 35.6% of them unmarried.

Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 34 years | 188 (64.4%) | 104 (35.6%) |
35 to 50 years | 38 (64.4%) | 21 (35.6%) |
Total | 226 (64.4%) | 125 (35.6%) |
Fertility by Education in Monroe County

Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
High School Diploma | 70 (19.9%) | 66.0 |
College or Associate's Degree | 35 (10.0%) | 16.0 |
Bachelor's Degree | 161 (45.9%) | 88.0 |
Graduate Degree | 85 (24.2%) | 62.0 |
Total | 351 (100.0%) | 48.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Monroe County
35.6% of women with births in Monroe County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 77.1% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 72.9% of them unmarried at childbirth.

Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
High School Diploma | 19 (27.1%) | 51 (72.9%) |
College or Associate's Degree | 27 (77.1%) | 8 (22.9%) |
Bachelor's Degree | 116 (72.1%) | 45 (28.0%) |
Graduate Degree | 64 (75.3%) | 21 (24.7%) |
Total | 226 (64.4%) | 125 (35.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Monroe County
Employment by Class of Employer in Monroe County
Among the 18,632 employed individuals in Monroe County, private company employees (12,927 | 69.4%), local government employees (1,522 | 8.2%), and not-for-profit organizations (1,446 | 7.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.

Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
Private Company Employees | 12,927 | 69.4% |
Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 779 | 4.2% |
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 799 | 4.3% |
Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,446 | 7.8% |
Local Government Employees | 1,522 | 8.2% |
State Government Employees | 625 | 3.4% |
Federal Government Employees | 530 | 2.8% |
Unpaid Family Workers | 4 | 0.0% |
Total | 18,632 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Monroe County
According to the labor force statistics for Monroe County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (27,980), 68.2% or 19,082 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.7% or 324 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 92.4% or 4,316 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 7.7% or 115 of them being unemployed.

Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
16 to 19 Years | 952 (64.2%) | 33 (3.5%) |
20 to 24 Years | 1,499 (85.6%) | 115 (7.7%) |
25 to 29 Years | 1,626 (90.2%) | 49 (3.0%) |
30 to 34 Years | 1,720 (88.5%) | 38 (2.2%) |
35 to 44 Years | 4,316 (92.4%) | 35 (0.8%) |
45 to 54 Years | 4,067 (91.3%) | 20 (0.5%) |
55 to 59 Years | 2,230 (81.2%) | 18 (0.8%) |
60 to 64 Years | 1,576 (58.3%) | 16 (1.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 920 (24.5%) | 1 (0.1%) |
75 Years and over | 168 (6.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 19,082 (68.2%) | 324 (1.7%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Monroe County
According to labor force statistics for Monroe County, 84.8% of individuals (15,538) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (18,323) are in the labor force, with 1.1% or 171 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 91.2% or 7,216 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 1.4% or 71 of them being unemployed.

Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
Less than High School | 422 (89.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
High School Diploma | 2,794 (77.3%) | 36 (1.0%) |
College / Associate Degree | 5,102 (80.7%) | 89 (1.4%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 7,216 (91.2%) | 87 (1.1%) |
Total | 15,538 (84.8%) | 202 (1.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Monroe County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Monroe County are Management (2,636 | 14.1%), Community & Social Service (1,721 | 9.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,485 | 7.9%), Computers, Engineering & Science (1,477 | 7.9%), and Business & Financial (1,360 | 7.3%).

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Monroe County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (94.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (69.7%), and Computers & Mathematics (69.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (93.0%), Health Technologists (85.7%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (84.9%).

Occupation | Male | Female |
Management | 1,617 (61.3%) | 1,019 (38.7%) |
Business & Financial | 561 (41.2%) | 799 (58.8%) |
Computers, Engineering & Science | 1,029 (69.7%) | 448 (30.3%) |
Computers & Mathematics | 658 (69.1%) | 295 (30.9%) |
Architecture & Engineering | 274 (94.5%) | 16 (5.5%) |
Life, Physical & Social Science | 97 (41.4%) | 137 (58.6%) |
Community & Social Service | 555 (32.3%) | 1,166 (67.7%) |
Education, Arts & Media | 10 (7.0%) | 133 (93.0%) |
Legal Services & Support | 47 (26.4%) | 131 (73.6%) |
Education Instruction & Library | 256 (24.9%) | 770 (75.0%) |
Arts, Media & Entertainment | 242 (64.7%) | 132 (35.3%) |
Health Diagnosing & Treating | 225 (15.1%) | 1,260 (84.9%) |
Health Technologists | 158 (14.3%) | 950 (85.7%) |
Total (Category) | 3,987 (45.9%) | 4,692 (54.1%) |
Total (Overall) | 9,725 (52.0%) | 8,979 (48.0%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Monroe County are Food Preparation & Serving (1,061 | 5.7%), Personal Care & Service (467 | 2.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (425 | 2.3%), Healthcare Support (417 | 2.2%), and Security & Protection (231 | 1.2%).

Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Monroe County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (89.4%), Security & Protection (81.4%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (71.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (94.2%), Personal Care & Service (85.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (66.0%).

Occupation | Male | Female |
Healthcare Support | 24 (5.8%) | 393 (94.2%) |
Security & Protection | 188 (81.4%) | 43 (18.6%) |
Firefighting & Prevention | 70 (70.7%) | 29 (29.3%) |
Law Enforcement | 118 (89.4%) | 14 (10.6%) |
Food Preparation & Serving | 361 (34.0%) | 700 (66.0%) |
Cleaning & Maintenance | 302 (71.1%) | 123 (28.9%) |
Personal Care & Service | 69 (14.8%) | 398 (85.2%) |
Total (Category) | 944 (36.3%) | 1,657 (63.7%) |
Total (Overall) | 9,725 (52.0%) | 8,979 (48.0%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Monroe County are Office & Administration (2,172 | 11.6%), and Sales & Related (1,980 | 10.6%).

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Occupation | Male | Female |
Sales & Related | 1,195 (60.4%) | 785 (39.7%) |
Office & Administration | 505 (23.3%) | 1,667 (76.7%) |
Total (Category) | 1,700 (40.9%) | 2,452 (59.1%) |
Total (Overall) | 9,725 (52.0%) | 8,979 (48.0%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Monroe County are Construction & Extraction (856 | 4.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (523 | 2.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (189 | 1.0%).

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Occupation | Male | Female |
Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 189 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction & Extraction | 843 (98.5%) | 13 (1.5%) |
Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 504 (96.4%) | 19 (3.6%) |
Total (Category) | 1,536 (98.0%) | 32 (2.0%) |
Total (Overall) | 9,725 (52.0%) | 8,979 (48.0%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Monroe County are Production (777 | 4.2%), Material Moving (525 | 2.8%), and Transportation (402 | 2.1%).

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Occupation | Male | Female |
Production | 693 (89.2%) | 84 (10.8%) |
Transportation | 367 (91.3%) | 35 (8.7%) |
Material Moving | 498 (94.9%) | 27 (5.1%) |
Total (Category) | 1,558 (91.4%) | 146 (8.6%) |
Total (Overall) | 9,725 (52.0%) | 8,979 (48.0%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Monroe County
Employment Industries in Monroe County
The major employment industries in Monroe County include Health Care & Social Assistance (2,382 | 12.7%), Educational Services (2,154 | 11.5%), Manufacturing (2,034 | 10.9%), Retail Trade (2,008 | 10.7%), and Professional & Scientific (1,442 | 7.7%).

Employment Industries by Sex in Monroe County
The Monroe County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (94.8%), and Wholesale Trade (93.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (90.0%), Educational Services (73.1%), and Enterprise Management (70.0%).

Industry | Male | Female |
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 502 (78.6%) | 137 (21.4%) |
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 48 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction | 1,010 (94.8%) | 56 (5.2%) |
Manufacturing | 1,669 (82.1%) | 365 (17.9%) |
Wholesale Trade | 395 (93.4%) | 28 (6.6%) |
Retail Trade | 1,264 (62.9%) | 744 (37.0%) |
Transportation & Warehousing | 597 (79.4%) | 155 (20.6%) |
Utilities | 196 (76.6%) | 60 (23.4%) |
Information | 242 (78.3%) | 67 (21.7%) |
Finance & Insurance | 559 (38.9%) | 880 (61.2%) |
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 93 (46.5%) | 107 (53.5%) |
Professional & Scientific | 735 (51.0%) | 707 (49.0%) |
Enterprise Management | 6 (30.0%) | 14 (70.0%) |
Administrative & Support | 160 (38.7%) | 254 (61.4%) |
Educational Services | 580 (26.9%) | 1,574 (73.1%) |
Health Care & Social Assistance | 239 (10.0%) | 2,143 (90.0%) |
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 189 (68.0%) | 89 (32.0%) |
Accommodation & Food Services | 411 (33.3%) | 825 (66.7%) |
Public Administration | 564 (67.5%) | 272 (32.5%) |
Total | 9,725 (52.0%) | 8,979 (48.0%) |
Education in Monroe County
School Enrollment in Monroe County
The most common levels of schooling among the 7,642 students in Monroe County are high school (1,885 | 24.7%), middle school (1,847 | 24.2%), and elementary school (1,372 | 17.9%).

School Level | # Students | % Students |
Nursery / Preschool | 610 | 8.0% |
Kindergarten | 507 | 6.6% |
Elementary School | 1,372 | 17.9% |
Middle School | 1,847 | 24.2% |
High School | 1,885 | 24.7% |
College / Undergraduate | 1,038 | 13.6% |
Graduate / Professional | 383 | 5.0% |
Total | 7,642 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Monroe County
Out of a total of 7,642 students who are enrolled in schools in Monroe County, 1,681 (22.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 5,961 (78.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 210 (45.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 354 (88.1% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.

Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
3 to 4 Year Olds | 210 (55.8%) | 166 (44.2%) |
5 to 9 Year Old | 1,488 (80.8%) | 353 (19.2%) |
10 to 14 Year Olds | 2,037 (83.0%) | 417 (17.0%) |
15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,148 (85.2%) | 200 (14.8%) |
18 to 19 Year Olds | 354 (88.1%) | 48 (11.9%) |
20 to 24 Year Olds | 346 (60.5%) | 226 (39.5%) |
25 to 34 Year Olds | 122 (65.9%) | 63 (34.1%) |
35 Years and over | 254 (54.7%) | 210 (45.3%) |
Total | 5,961 (78.0%) | 1,681 (22.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Monroe County
Business (3,059 | 30.4%), education (1,769 | 17.6%), science & technology (1,064 | 10.6%), social sciences (581 | 5.8%), and arts & humanities (544 | 5.4%) are the most common fields of study among 10,050 individuals in Monroe County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.

Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
Computers & Mathematics | 456 | 4.5% |
Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 532 | 5.3% |
Physical & Health Sciences | 344 | 3.4% |
Psychology | 267 | 2.7% |
Social Sciences | 581 | 5.8% |
Engineering | 472 | 4.7% |
Multidisciplinary Studies | 62 | 0.6% |
Science & Technology | 1,064 | 10.6% |
Business | 3,059 | 30.4% |
Education | 1,769 | 17.6% |
Literature & Languages | 173 | 1.7% |
Liberal Arts & History | 284 | 2.8% |
Visual & Performing Arts | 181 | 1.8% |
Communications | 262 | 2.6% |
Arts & Humanities | 544 | 5.4% |
Total | 10,050 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Monroe County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Monroe County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Monroe County are males with 2 vehicles (3,873, accounting for 39.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (3,673, making up 43.4%).

Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
No Vehicle | 47 (0.5%) | 228 (2.6%) |
1 Vehicle | 822 (8.5%) | 1,165 (13.1%) |
2 Vehicles | 3,873 (39.9%) | 3,673 (41.2%) |
3 Vehicles | 3,137 (32.3%) | 2,629 (29.5%) |
4 Vehicles | 1,184 (12.2%) | 865 (9.7%) |
5 or more Vehicles | 649 (6.7%) | 359 (4.0%) |
Total | 9,712 (100.0%) | 8,919 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Monroe County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Monroe County are 30 to 34 minutes (2,308 commuters, 13.7%), 45 to 59 minutes (2,155 commuters, 12.8%), and 5 to 9 minutes (2,002 commuters, 11.9%).

Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
Less than 5 Minutes | 700 | 4.2% |
5 to 9 Minutes | 2,002 | 11.9% |
10 to 14 Minutes | 1,490 | 8.8% |
15 to 19 Minutes | 1,894 | 11.2% |
20 to 24 Minutes | 1,700 | 10.1% |
25 to 29 Minutes | 804 | 4.8% |
30 to 34 Minutes | 2,308 | 13.7% |
35 to 39 Minutes | 1,036 | 6.1% |
40 to 44 Minutes | 1,544 | 9.2% |
45 to 59 Minutes | 2,155 | 12.8% |
60 to 89 Minutes | 926 | 5.5% |
90 or more Minutes | 298 | 1.8% |
Commute Time by Sex in Monroe County
The most common commute times in Monroe County are 45 to 59 minutes (1,385 commuters, 15.5%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (1,178 commuters, 14.8%) for females.

Commute Time | Male | Female |
Less than 5 Minutes | 288 (3.2%) | 412 (5.2%) |
5 to 9 Minutes | 824 (9.2%) | 1,178 (14.8%) |
10 to 14 Minutes | 829 (9.3%) | 661 (8.3%) |
15 to 19 Minutes | 832 (9.3%) | 1,062 (13.4%) |
20 to 24 Minutes | 972 (10.9%) | 728 (9.2%) |
25 to 29 Minutes | 387 (4.3%) | 417 (5.3%) |
30 to 34 Minutes | 1,140 (12.8%) | 1,168 (14.7%) |
35 to 39 Minutes | 665 (7.4%) | 371 (4.7%) |
40 to 44 Minutes | 836 (9.4%) | 708 (8.9%) |
45 to 59 Minutes | 1,385 (15.5%) | 770 (9.7%) |
60 to 89 Minutes | 539 (6.0%) | 387 (4.9%) |
90 or more Minutes | 226 (2.5%) | 72 (0.9%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Monroe County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Monroe County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (1,644, 18.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,796, 22.6%) for females.

Time of Departure | Male | Female |
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 456 (5.1%) | 84 (1.1%) |
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 675 (7.6%) | 129 (1.6%) |
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 581 (6.5%) | 284 (3.6%) |
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1,644 (18.4%) | 772 (9.7%) |
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 903 (10.1%) | 1,049 (13.2%) |
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,232 (13.8%) | 1,796 (22.6%) |
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 952 (10.7%) | 1,269 (16.0%) |
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 786 (8.8%) | 971 (12.2%) |
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 173 (1.9%) | 252 (3.2%) |
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 433 (4.9%) | 281 (3.5%) |
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 111 (1.2%) | 166 (2.1%) |
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 29 (0.3%) | 59 (0.7%) |
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 395 (4.4%) | 557 (7.0%) |
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 553 (6.2%) | 265 (3.3%) |
Total | 8,923 (100.0%) | 7,934 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Monroe County
Occupancy by Ownership in Monroe County
Of the total 13,565 dwellings in Monroe County, owner-occupied units account for 11,409 (84.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,156 (15.9%).

Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Owner Occupied Housing Units | 11,409 | 84.1% |
Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,156 | 15.9% |
Total Occupied Housing Units | 13,565 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Monroe County

Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
1-Person Household | 3,200 | 23.6% |
2-Person Household | 5,045 | 37.2% |
3-Person Household | 2,450 | 18.1% |
4+ Person Household | 2,870 | 21.2% |
Total Housing Units | 13,565 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Monroe County

Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1-Person Household | 2,063 (64.5%) | 1,137 (35.5%) |
2-Person Household | 4,439 (88.0%) | 606 (12.0%) |
3-Person Household | 2,158 (88.1%) | 292 (11.9%) |
4+ Person Household | 2,749 (95.8%) | 121 (4.2%) |
Total Housing Units | 11,409 (84.1%) | 2,156 (15.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Monroe County

Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than High School | 291 (53.2%) | 256 (46.8%) |
High School Diploma | 2,570 (80.6%) | 618 (19.4%) |
College/Associate Degree | 3,610 (78.6%) | 980 (21.3%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 4,938 (94.2%) | 302 (5.8%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Monroe County

Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Under 35 Years | 1,935 | 14.3% |
35 to 44 Years | 2,274 | 16.8% |
45 to 54 Years | 2,373 | 17.5% |
55 to 64 Years | 2,930 | 21.6% |
65 to 74 Years | 2,327 | 17.2% |
75 to 84 Years | 1,065 | 7.9% |
85 Years and Over | 661 | 4.9% |
Total | 13,565 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Monroe County
Median Income by Occupancy in Monroe County

Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
Owner-Occupied | 11,409 (84.1%) | $113,786 |
Renter-Occupied | 2,156 (15.9%) | $44,278 |
Average | 13,565 (100.0%) | $100,685 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Monroe County

Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $5,000 | 153 (1.3%) | 89 (4.1%) |
$5,000 to $9,999 | 76 (0.7%) | 82 (3.8%) |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 85 (0.7%) | 116 (5.4%) |
$15,000 to $19,999 | 194 (1.7%) | 108 (5.0%) |
$20,000 to $24,999 | 296 (2.6%) | 338 (15.7%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 285 (2.5%) | 192 (8.9%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 804 (7.0%) | 255 (11.8%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 1,451 (12.7%) | 351 (16.3%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 1,461 (12.8%) | 375 (17.4%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 2,885 (25.3%) | 193 (8.9%) |
$150,000 or more | 3,719 (32.6%) | 57 (2.6%) |
Total | 11,409 (100.0%) | 2,156 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Monroe County

Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $300 | 246 (2.2%) | 46 (2.1%) |
$300 to $499 | 734 (6.4%) | 81 (3.8%) |
$500 to $799 | 1,994 (17.5%) | 515 (23.9%) |
$800 to $999 | 1,045 (9.2%) | 483 (22.4%) |
$1,000 to $1,499 | 2,331 (20.4%) | 745 (34.5%) |
$1,500 to $1,999 | 2,031 (17.8%) | 138 (6.4%) |
$2,000 to $2,499 | 1,506 (13.2%) | 12 (0.6%) |
$2,500 to $2,999 | 995 (8.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$3,000 or more | 527 (4.6%) | 29 (1.3%) |
Total | 11,409 (100.0%) | 2,156 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Monroe County
Housing Structures in Monroe County

Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Single Unit, Detached | 11,321 | 83.5% |
Single Unit, Attached | 584 | 4.3% |
2 Unit Apartments | 360 | 2.6% |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 203 | 1.5% |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 648 | 4.8% |
10 or more Apartments | 237 | 1.8% |
Mobile Home / Other | 212 | 1.6% |
Total | 13,565 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Monroe County

Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Single Unit, Detached | 10,772 (95.2%) | 549 (4.9%) |
Single Unit, Attached | 402 (68.8%) | 182 (31.2%) |
2 Unit Apartments | 43 (11.9%) | 317 (88.1%) |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 203 (100.0%) |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 40 (6.2%) | 608 (93.8%) |
10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 237 (100.0%) |
Mobile Home / Other | 152 (71.7%) | 60 (28.3%) |
Total | 11,409 (84.1%) | 2,156 (15.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Monroe County

Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1 Room | 2 (0.0%) | 35 (1.6%) |
2 or 3 Rooms | 192 (1.7%) | 283 (13.1%) |
4 or 5 Rooms | 2,630 (23.1%) | 1,386 (64.3%) |
6 or 7 Rooms | 4,322 (37.9%) | 233 (10.8%) |
8 or more Rooms | 4,263 (37.4%) | 219 (10.2%) |
Total | 11,409 (100.0%) | 2,156 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Monroe County

Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Utility Gas | 5,443 (47.7%) | 645 (29.9%) |
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 2,748 (24.1%) | 136 (6.3%) |
Electricity | 2,943 (25.8%) | 1,341 (62.2%) |
Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 11 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
All other Fuels | 216 (1.9%) | 34 (1.6%) |
No Fuel Used | 48 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 11,409 (100.0%) | 2,156 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Monroe County

Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
No Vehicle | 187 (1.6%) | 285 (13.2%) |
1 Vehicle | 2,007 (17.6%) | 1,077 (49.9%) |
2 Vehicles | 5,077 (44.5%) | 649 (30.1%) |
3 or more Vehicles | 4,138 (36.3%) | 145 (6.7%) |
Total | 11,409 (100.0%) | 2,156 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Monroe County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Monroe County
Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Housing Units | 4,555 | 6,854 |
Median Property Value | $233,600 | $265,200 |
Median Household Income | $85,246 | $2,633 |
Monthly Housing Costs | $712 | $527 |
Real Estate Taxes | $4,012 | $114 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Monroe County

Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $50,000 | 212 (4.6%) | 73 (1.1%) |
$50,000 to $99,999 | 251 (5.5%) | 38 (0.5%) |
$100,000 to $299,999 | 2,556 (56.1%) | 4,050 (59.1%) |
$300,000 to $499,999 | 1,099 (24.1%) | 2,272 (33.2%) |
$500,000 to $749,999 | 315 (6.9%) | 323 (4.7%) |
$750,000 to $999,999 | 79 (1.7%) | 50 (0.7%) |
$1,000,000 or more | 43 (0.9%) | 48 (0.7%) |
Total | 4,555 (100.0%) | 6,854 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Monroe County

Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $10,000 | 160 (3.5%) | 86 (1.3%) |
$10,000 to $24,999 | 439 (9.6%) | 69 (1.0%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 163 (3.6%) | 136 (2.0%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 561 (12.3%) | 122 (1.8%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 721 (15.8%) | 243 (3.5%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 431 (9.5%) | 730 (10.6%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 994 (21.8%) | 1,030 (15.0%) |
$150,000 or more | 1,086 (23.8%) | 1,891 (27.6%) |
Total | 4,555 (100.0%) | 6,854 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Monroe County

Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than 2.0x | 1,574 (34.6%) | 126,111 (1,840.0%) |
2.0x to 2.9x | 923 (20.3%) | 3,268 (47.7%) |
3.0x to 3.9x | 651 (14.3%) | 1,939 (28.3%) |
4.0x or more | 1,324 (29.1%) | 784 (11.4%) |
Total | 4,555 (100.0%) | 6,854 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Monroe County

Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $800 | 226 (5.0%) | 11 (0.2%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 247 (5.4%) | 125 (1.8%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 3,939 (86.5%) | 114 (1.7%) |
Total | 4,555 (100.0%) | 6,854 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Monroe County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Monroe County

Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under 6 Years | 2,417 (99.9%) | 3 (0.1%) |
6 to 18 Years | 5,524 (99.0%) | 56 (1.0%) |
19 to 25 Years | 2,258 (93.3%) | 162 (6.7%) |
26 to 34 Years | 3,240 (94.3%) | 197 (5.7%) |
35 to 44 Years | 4,512 (97.0%) | 138 (3.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 4,347 (97.9%) | 95 (2.1%) |
55 to 64 Years | 5,340 (98.8%) | 65 (1.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 3,701 (99.9%) | 4 (0.1%) |
75 Years and older | 2,547 (99.8%) | 4 (0.2%) |
Total | 33,886 (97.9%) | 724 (2.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Monroe County

Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Native Born | 2,417 (99.9%) | 3 (0.1%) |
Foreign Born, Citizen | 5,524 (99.0%) | 56 (1.0%) |
Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 2,258 (93.3%) | 162 (6.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Monroe County

Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under $25,000 | 2,119 (96.1%) | 87 (3.9%) |
$25,000 to $49,999 | 2,570 (96.3%) | 98 (3.7%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 3,491 (97.3%) | 96 (2.7%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 4,563 (97.2%) | 131 (2.8%) |
$100,000 and over | 21,130 (98.5%) | 312 (1.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Monroe County

Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
Under 6 | 463 (19.1%) | 2,115 (87.4%) |
6 to 18 Years | 921 (16.5%) | 4,851 (86.9%) |
19 to 25 Years | 217 (9.0%) | 2,041 (84.3%) |
25 to 34 Years | 581 (16.9%) | 2,732 (79.5%) |
35 to 44 Years | 372 (8.0%) | 4,302 (92.5%) |
45 to 54 Years | 340 (7.6%) | 4,166 (93.8%) |
55 to 64 Years | 638 (11.8%) | 4,976 (92.1%) |
65 to 74 Years | 3,492 (94.3%) | 2,391 (64.5%) |
75 Years and over | 2,499 (98.0%) | 1,693 (66.4%) |
Total | 9,523 (27.5%) | 29,267 (84.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Monroe County

Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 242 (8.2%) | 76 (2.7%) |
18 to 34 Years | 188 (5.9%) | 64 (2.2%) |
35 to 64 Years | 572 (7.9%) | 807 (11.1%) |
65 to 74 Years | 446 (23.6%) | 360 (19.9%) |
75 Years and over | 501 (46.4%) | 602 (40.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Monroe County
Disability Class: Hearing 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 | 62 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 134 (1.8%) | 149 (2.1%) |
65 to 74 Years | 233 (12.3%) | 221 (12.2%) |
75 Years and over | 266 (24.6%) | 262 (17.8%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (0.7%) |
18 to 34 Years | 53 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 29 (0.4%) | 151 (2.1%) |
65 to 74 Years | 77 (4.1%) | 23 (1.3%) |
75 Years and over | 110 (10.2%) | 86 (5.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 242 (8.2%) | 76 (2.7%) |
18 to 34 Years | 105 (3.3%) | 59 (2.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 141 (1.9%) | 267 (3.7%) |
65 to 74 Years | 107 (5.7%) | 14 (0.8%) |
75 Years and over | 98 (9.1%) | 146 (9.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 25 (0.8%) | 32 (1.1%) |
35 to 64 Years | 366 (5.1%) | 512 (7.1%) |
65 to 74 Years | 194 (10.2%) | 235 (13.0%) |
75 Years and over | 292 (27.1%) | 433 (29.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (0.3%) |
18 to 34 Years | 71 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 118 (1.6%) | 130 (1.8%) |
65 to 74 Years | 144 (7.6%) | 42 (2.3%) |
75 Years and over | 57 (5.3%) | 167 (11.4%) |
Technology Access in Monroe County
Computing Device Access in Monroe County

Device Type | # Households | % Households |
Desktop or Laptop | 11,509 | 84.8% |
Smartphone | 11,747 | 86.6% |
Tablet | 9,471 | 69.8% |
No Computing Device | 889 | 6.6% |
Total | 13,565 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Monroe County

Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
Dial-Up Internet | 47 | 0.4% |
Broadband Home | 10,273 | 75.7% |
Cellular Data Only | 1,361 | 10.0% |
Satellite Internet | 1,188 | 8.8% |
No Internet | 1,199 | 8.8% |
Total | 13,565 | 100.0% |
Monroe County Summary
Monroe County, Illinois is located in the southwestern corner of the state, and is bordered by the Mississippi River to the west and the Illinois River to the east. The county seat is Waterloo, and the county is part of the St. Louis Metropolitan Statistical Area. The county was established in 1816 and named after James Monroe, the fifth President of the United States.
Geography
Monroe County covers an area of 545 square miles, of which 543 square miles is land and 2 square miles is water. The county is located in the Mississippi River Valley, and is part of the American Bottom region. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the county. The highest point in the county is located in the northern part of the county, at an elevation of 645 feet. The county is drained by the Kaskaskia River, which flows through the county from north to south.
The climate of Monroe County is humid continental, with hot, humid summers and cold, dry winters. The average annual temperature is 54°F, and the average annual precipitation is 40 inches.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 33,928 people, 13,093 households, and 9,072 families living in the county. The population density was 62.3 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.3% 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 8.2% of families and 10.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
Monroe County is largely rural, and the economy is based on agriculture and manufacturing. The county is home to several large farms, and the main crops grown in the county are corn, soybeans, and wheat. The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a steel mill, a paper mill, and a plastics plant.
The county is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site, the Monroe County Historical Museum, and the Monroe County Courthouse.
Conclusion
Monroe County, Illinois is a rural county located in the southwestern corner of the state. The county is bordered by the Mississippi River to the west and the Illinois River to the east, and is part of the St. Louis Metropolitan Statistical Area. The county has a humid continental climate, with hot, humid summers and cold, dry winters. The population of the county was 33,928 as of the 2010 census, and the median income for a household was $45,945. The economy of the county is based on agriculture and manufacturing, and the county is home to several tourist attractions.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Monroe County?
Per Capita income in Monroe County is $47,248.
What is the Median Family Income in Monroe County?
Median Family Income in Monroe County is $123,603.
What is the Median Household income in Monroe County?
Median Household Income in Monroe County is $100,685.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Monroe County?
Income or Wage Gap in Monroe County is 23.9%.
Women in Monroe County earn 76.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Monroe County?
Family Income Deficit in Monroe County is $13,211.
Families that are below poverty line in Monroe County earn $13,211 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Monroe County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Monroe County is 0.40.
What is the Total Population of Monroe County?
Total Population of Monroe County is 34,905.
What is the Total Male Population of Monroe County?
Total Male Population of Monroe County is 17,530.
What is the Total Female Population of Monroe County?
Total Female Population of Monroe County is 17,375.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Monroe County?
There are 100.89 Males per 100 Females in Monroe County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Monroe County?
There are 99.12 Females per 100 Males in Monroe County.
What is the Median Population Age in Monroe County?
Median Population Age in Monroe County is 42.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Monroe County
Average Family Size in Monroe County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Monroe County
Average Household Size in Monroe County is 2.5 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Monroe County?
There are 19,082 People in the Labor Forcein in Monroe County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Monroe County?
68.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Monroe County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Monroe County?
Unemployment Rate in Monroe County is 1.7%.