Orion, IL

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Orion Overview

1,966
TOTAL POPULATION
1,011
MALE POPULATION
955
FEMALE POPULATION
105.86
MALES / 100 FEMALES
94.46
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$36,633
PER CAPITA INCOME
$97,102
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$88,529
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
32.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
67.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.36
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
987
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
67.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Orion Zip Codes

Orion Area Codes

Race in Orion

The most populous races in Orion are White / Caucasian (1,841 | 93.6%), Two or more Races (70 | 3.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (45 | 2.3%).
Race in Orion
Race# Population% Population
Asian201.0%
Black / African American221.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino452.3%
Native / Alaskan40.2%
White / Caucasian1,84193.6%
Two or more Races703.6%
Some other Race90.5%
Total1,966100.0%

Ancestry in Orion

The most populous ancestries reported in Orion are German (594 | 30.2%), Irish (272 | 13.8%), Swedish (248 | 12.6%), English (217 | 11.0%), and American (182 | 9.3%), together accounting for 77.0% of all Orion residents.
Ancestry in Orion
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1829.3%
Australian40.2%
Austrian231.2%
Belgian804.1%
Belizean271.4%
Bhutanese40.2%
British40.2%
Cherokee30.2%
Chippewa50.3%
Czech20.1%
Czechoslovakian30.2%
Danish341.7%
Dutch221.1%
Eastern European20.1%
English21711.0%
European60.3%
French291.5%
German59430.2%
Hungarian30.2%
Irish27213.8%
Italian502.5%
Korean180.9%
Lithuanian70.4%
Mexican231.2%
Navajo10.1%
Norwegian20.1%
Polish221.1%
Scandinavian70.4%
Scotch-Irish20.1%
Scottish361.8%
Spanish American221.1%
Swedish24812.6%
Welsh593.0%
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Immigrants in Orion

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Orion came from Belize (7 | 0.4%), Central America (7 | 0.4%), Latin America (7 | 0.4%), Europe (4 | 0.2%), and Northern Europe (4 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.5% of all Orion residents.
Immigrants in Orion
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Belize70.4%
Central America70.4%
Denmark20.1%
Europe40.2%
Latin America70.4%
Northern Europe40.2%
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Sex and Age in Orion

Sex and Age in Orion

The most populous age groups in Orion are 15 to 19 Years (143 | 14.1%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (114 | 11.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Orion
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years47 (4.6%)80 (8.4%)
5 to 9 Years81 (8.0%)114 (11.9%)
10 to 14 Years67 (6.6%)46 (4.8%)
15 to 19 Years143 (14.1%)73 (7.6%)
20 to 24 Years55 (5.4%)56 (5.9%)
25 to 29 Years78 (7.7%)58 (6.1%)
30 to 34 Years31 (3.1%)30 (3.1%)
35 to 39 Years113 (11.2%)98 (10.3%)
40 to 44 Years101 (10.0%)69 (7.2%)
45 to 49 Years35 (3.5%)34 (3.6%)
50 to 54 Years60 (5.9%)89 (9.3%)
55 to 59 Years83 (8.2%)37 (3.9%)
60 to 64 Years17 (1.7%)58 (6.1%)
65 to 69 Years33 (3.3%)28 (2.9%)
70 to 74 Years24 (2.4%)21 (2.2%)
75 to 79 Years13 (1.3%)19 (2.0%)
80 to 84 Years14 (1.4%)33 (3.5%)
85 Years and over16 (1.6%)12 (1.3%)
Total1,011 (100.0%)955 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Orion

Median Family Size in Orion

The median family size in Orion is 3.39 persons per family, with married-couple families (406 | 81.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.46 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (39 | 7.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.64 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Orion
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple406 (81.0%)3.46
Single Male/Father39 (7.8%)2.64
Single Female/Mother56 (11.2%)3.41
Total Families501 (100.0%)3.39

Median Household Size in Orion

The median household size in Orion is 2.88 persons per household, with single female/mother households (56 | 8.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.71 persons per household. non-family households (181 | 26.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Orion
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple406 (59.5%)3.50
Single Male/Father39 (5.7%)3.21
Single Female/Mother56 (8.2%)3.71
Non-family181 (26.5%)1.18
Total Households682 (100.0%)2.88

Household Size by Marriage Status in Orion

Out of a total of 682 households in Orion, 501 (73.5%) are family households, while 181 (26.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 157, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 148.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Orion
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-148 (21.7%)
2-Person Households157 (23.0%)33 (4.8%)
3-Person Households110 (16.1%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households152 (22.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households62 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households15 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households5 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total501 (73.5%)181 (26.5%)

Female Fertility in Orion

Fertility by Age in Orion

Average fertility rate in Orion is 33.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 97.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Orion
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years14 (100.0%)97.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total14 (100.0%)33.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Orion

78.6% of women with births (14) in Orion are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 21.4% 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 21.4% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Orion
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years11 (78.6%)3 (21.4%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total11 (78.6%)3 (21.4%)

Fertility by Education in Orion

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Orion
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree14 (100.0%)83.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total14 (100.0%)33.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Orion

21.4% of women with births in Orion are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 78.6% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 21.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Orion
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree11 (78.6%)3 (21.4%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total11 (78.6%)3 (21.4%)

Income in Orion

Income Overview in Orion

Per Capita Income in Orion is $36,633, while median incomes of families and households are $97,102 and $88,529 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,966$36,633
Median Family Income501$97,102
Mean Family Income501$117,829
Median Household Income682$88,529
Mean Household Income682$105,460
Income Deficit501$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,96632.12%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,96667.88¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,9660.36

Earnings by Sex in Orion

Average Earnings in Orion are $50,266, $57,700 for men and $39,167 for women, a difference of 32.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Orion
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male560 (53.6%)$57,700
Female484 (46.4%)$39,167
Total1,044 (100.0%)$50,266

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Orion

The most common earnings brackets in Orion are $100,000+ for men (99 | 17.7%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (64 | 13.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Orion
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less21 (3.7%)24 (5.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9995 (0.9%)12 (2.5%)
$5,000 to $7,49930 (5.4%)23 (4.8%)
$7,500 to $9,9996 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4994 (0.7%)10 (2.1%)
$12,500 to $14,99927 (4.8%)9 (1.9%)
$15,000 to $17,4995 (0.9%)39 (8.1%)
$17,500 to $19,99919 (3.4%)8 (1.7%)
$20,000 to $22,4995 (0.9%)14 (2.9%)
$22,500 to $24,99923 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99910 (1.8%)64 (13.2%)
$30,000 to $34,9999 (1.6%)21 (4.3%)
$35,000 to $39,9996 (1.1%)19 (3.9%)
$40,000 to $44,99944 (7.9%)33 (6.8%)
$45,000 to $49,99918 (3.2%)9 (1.9%)
$50,000 to $54,99933 (5.9%)41 (8.5%)
$55,000 to $64,99971 (12.7%)31 (6.4%)
$65,000 to $74,99944 (7.9%)34 (7.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99981 (14.5%)54 (11.2%)
$100,000+99 (17.7%)39 (8.1%)
Total560 (100.0%)484 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Orion

Average earnings in Orion are $60,076 for men and $48,214 for women, a difference of 19.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $80,750, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $14,063. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $81,442, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $27,500.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Orion
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$14,063$0
High School Diploma$49,722$27,500
College or Associate's Degree$69,219$36,806
Bachelor's Degree$65,662$65,455
Graduate Degree$80,750$81,442
Total$60,076$48,214

Family Income in Orion

Family Income Brackets in Orion

According to the Orion family income data, there are 151 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 30.1% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Orion
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00030.6%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999112.2%
$25,000 to $34,999183.6%
$35,000 to $49,999265.2%
$50,000 to $74,9997515.0%
$75,000 to $99,99912424.8%
$100,000 to $149,99915130.1%
$150,000 to $199,999397.8%
$200,000+5410.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Orion

5-person families (50 | 10.0%) account for the highest median family income in Orion with $128,056 per family, while 2-person families (184 | 36.7%) have the highest median income of $40,341 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Orion
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families184 (36.7%)$80,682
3-Person Families98 (19.6%)$101,875
4-Person Families149 (29.7%)$120,938
5-Person Families50 (10.0%)$128,056
6-Person Families18 (3.6%)$117,500
7+ Person Families2 (0.4%)$0
Total501 (100.0%)$97,102

Family Income by Number of Earners in Orion

The median family income in Orion is $97,102, with families comprising 3+ earners (60) having the highest median family income of $173,182, while families with no earners (44) have the lowest median family income of $65,556, accounting for 12.0% and 8.8% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Orion
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners44 (8.8%)$65,556
1 Earner152 (30.3%)$82,059
2 Earners245 (48.9%)$102,356
3+ Earners60 (12.0%)$173,182
Total501 (100.0%)$97,102

Household Income in Orion

Household Income Brackets in Orion

With 182 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Orion, accounting for 26.7% of all households. In contrast, only 7 households (1.0%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Orion
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000101.5%
$10,000 to $14,99971.0%
$15,000 to $24,999355.1%
$25,000 to $34,999284.1%
$35,000 to $49,999517.5%
$50,000 to $74,99913319.5%
$75,000 to $99,99912217.9%
$100,000 to $149,99918226.7%
$150,000 to $199,999588.5%
$200,000+568.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Orion

The median household income in Orion is $88,529, with the highest median household income of $100,223 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 291 households (42.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 20 households (2.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Orion
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years20 (2.9%)$0
25 to 44 Years291 (42.7%)$100,223
45 to 64 Years240 (35.2%)$95,714
65+ Years131 (19.2%)$60,938
Total682 (100.0%)$88,529

Poverty in Orion

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Orion

With 1.1% poverty level for males and 5.8% for females among the residents of Orion, 75 year old and over males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 6 males (14.0%) and 13 females (20.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Orion
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)6 (7.7%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)2 (7.7%)
6 to 11 Years3 (3.1%)3 (2.8%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)8 (9.4%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)16 (18.2%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)3 (2.4%)
55 to 64 Years2 (2.0%)4 (4.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over6 (14.0%)13 (20.3%)
Total11 (1.1%)55 (5.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Orion

According to the poverty statistics in Orion, males aged under 5 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Orion
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years47 (100.0%)72 (92.3%)
5 Years5 (100.0%)24 (92.3%)
6 to 11 Years93 (96.9%)103 (97.2%)
12 to 14 Years44 (100.0%)23 (100.0%)
15 Years53 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years56 (100.0%)37 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years89 (100.0%)77 (90.6%)
25 to 34 Years109 (100.0%)72 (81.8%)
35 to 44 Years214 (100.0%)167 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years95 (100.0%)120 (97.6%)
55 to 64 Years98 (98.0%)91 (95.8%)
65 to 74 Years57 (100.0%)49 (100.0%)
75 Years and over37 (86.1%)51 (79.7%)
Total997 (98.9%)893 (94.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Orion

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Orion show that 1.5% or 6 of the total 406 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 3.6%, comprising of 6 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Orion
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children161 (96.4%)6 (3.6%)
1 or 2 Children180 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total400 (98.5%)6 (1.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Orion

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Orion
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)3 (5.4%)

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

The poverty data for Orion shows that 6 of the married-couple family households (1.5%) and 3 of the single-parent households (3.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (3.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Orion
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children6 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Total6 (1.5%)3 (3.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Orion

Employment by Class of Employer in Orion

Among the 940 employed individuals in Orion, private company employees (606 | 64.5%), not-for-profit organizations (99 | 10.5%), and local government employees (97 | 10.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Orion
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees60664.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)171.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)687.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations9910.5%
Local Government Employees9710.3%
State Government Employees252.7%
Federal Government Employees283.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total940100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Orion

According to the labor force statistics for Orion, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,471), 67.1% or 987 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.5% or 35 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 61 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 30.0% or 33 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Orion
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years40 (25.6%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years84 (75.7%)2 (2.4%)
25 to 29 Years110 (80.9%)33 (30.0%)
30 to 34 Years61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years342 (89.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years207 (95.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years68 (56.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years41 (54.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years32 (30.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over2 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total987 (67.1%)35 (3.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Orion

According to labor force statistics for Orion, 83.7% of individuals (829) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (991) are in the labor force, with 4.0% or 33 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 90.3% or 298 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.1% or 20 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Orion
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School3 (15.8%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma201 (82.4%)4 (1.5%)
College / Associate Degree327 (82.2%)24 (6.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher298 (90.3%)11 (3.4%)
Total829 (83.7%)40 (4.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Orion

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Orion are Community & Social Service (115 | 12.1%), Education Instruction & Library (80 | 8.4%), Management (73 | 7.7%), Business & Financial (46 | 4.8%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (45 | 4.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Orion

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Orion, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (68.3%), and Management (65.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (93.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Orion
OccupationMaleFemale
Management48 (65.7%)25 (34.3%)
Business & Financial14 (30.4%)32 (69.6%)
Computers, Engineering & Science28 (68.3%)13 (31.7%)
Computers & Mathematics17 (56.7%)13 (43.3%)
Architecture & Engineering11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 41 (35.6%)74 (64.3%)
Education, Arts & Media7 (25.0%)21 (75.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library34 (42.5%)46 (57.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating3 (6.7%)42 (93.3%)
Health Technologists3 (10.3%)26 (89.7%)
Total (Category)134 (41.9%)186 (58.1%)
Total (Overall)501 (52.6%)451 (47.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Orion are Food Preparation & Serving (50 | 5.2%), Healthcare Support (37 | 3.9%), Security & Protection (25 | 2.6%), Personal Care & Service (19 | 2.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (16 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations in Orion

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Orion, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (85.7%), Security & Protection (76.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (63.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (94.7%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Orion
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)37 (100.0%)
Security & Protection19 (76.0%)6 (24.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention7 (63.6%)4 (36.4%)
Law Enforcement12 (85.7%)2 (14.3%)
Food Preparation & Serving25 (50.0%)25 (50.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance10 (62.5%)6 (37.5%)
Personal Care & Service1 (5.3%)18 (94.7%)
Total (Category)55 (37.4%)92 (62.6%)
Total (Overall)501 (52.6%)451 (47.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Orion are Sales & Related (106 | 11.1%), and Office & Administration (105 | 11.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Orion

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Orion
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related60 (56.6%)46 (43.4%)
Office & Administration13 (12.4%)92 (87.6%)
Total (Category)73 (34.6%)138 (65.4%)
Total (Overall)501 (52.6%)451 (47.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Orion are Construction & Extraction (77 | 8.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (50 | 5.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (9 | 0.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Orion

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Orion
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction77 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)136 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)501 (52.6%)451 (47.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Orion are Production (79 | 8.3%), Transportation (33 | 3.5%), and Material Moving (26 | 2.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Orion

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Orion
OccupationMaleFemale
Production68 (86.1%)11 (13.9%)
Transportation23 (69.7%)10 (30.3%)
Material Moving12 (46.2%)14 (53.8%)
Total (Category)103 (74.6%)35 (25.4%)
Total (Overall)501 (52.6%)451 (47.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Orion

Employment Industries in Orion

The major employment industries in Orion include Health Care & Social Assistance (120 | 12.6%), Construction (112 | 11.8%), Retail Trade (107 | 11.2%), Manufacturing (106 | 11.1%), and Educational Services (100 | 10.5%).
Employment Industries in Orion

Employment Industries by Sex in Orion

The Orion industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Construction (92.0%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (85.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (97.5%), and Finance & Insurance (83.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Orion
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting12 (85.7%)2 (14.3%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction103 (92.0%)9 (8.0%)
Manufacturing87 (82.1%)19 (17.9%)
Wholesale Trade8 (57.1%)6 (42.9%)
Retail Trade45 (42.1%)62 (57.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing31 (79.5%)8 (20.5%)
Utilities24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information11 (55.0%)9 (45.0%)
Finance & Insurance6 (16.7%)30 (83.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing9 (81.8%)2 (18.2%)
Professional & Scientific19 (34.5%)36 (65.4%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support29 (74.4%)10 (25.6%)
Educational Services34 (34.0%)66 (66.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance3 (2.5%)117 (97.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services30 (46.2%)35 (53.8%)
Public Administration30 (73.2%)11 (26.8%)
Total501 (52.6%)451 (47.4%)

Education in Orion

School Enrollment in Orion

The most common levels of schooling among the 588 students in Orion are high school (185 | 31.5%), elementary school (119 | 20.2%), and middle school (92 | 15.7%).
School Enrollment in Orion
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool427.1%
Kindergarten549.2%
Elementary School11920.2%
Middle School9215.7%
High School18531.5%
College / Undergraduate7212.2%
Graduate / Professional244.1%
Total588100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Orion

Out of a total of 588 students who are enrolled in schools in Orion, 45 (7.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 543 (92.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 9 (60.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 112 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Orion
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds6 (40.0%)9 (60.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old185 (97.9%)4 (2.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds112 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds141 (95.3%)7 (4.7%)
18 to 19 Year Olds41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds22 (81.5%)5 (18.5%)
25 to 34 Year Olds24 (54.5%)20 (45.5%)
35 Years and over12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total543 (92.3%)45 (7.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Orion

Business (108 | 25.1%), education (94 | 21.9%), arts & humanities (45 | 10.5%), bio, nature & agricultural (31 | 7.2%), and social sciences (26 | 6.0%) are the most common fields of study among 430 individuals in Orion who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Orion
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural317.2%
Physical & Health Sciences163.7%
Psychology122.8%
Social Sciences266.0%
Engineering112.6%
Multidisciplinary Studies40.9%
Science & Technology245.6%
Business10825.1%
Education9421.9%
Literature & Languages184.2%
Liberal Arts & History102.3%
Visual & Performing Arts51.2%
Communications266.0%
Arts & Humanities4510.5%
Total430100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Orion

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Orion

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Orion are males with 2 vehicles (219, accounting for 44.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (191, making up 48.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Orion
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle13 (2.7%)8 (1.8%)
1 Vehicle72 (14.7%)52 (11.5%)
2 Vehicles219 (44.8%)191 (42.3%)
3 Vehicles142 (29.0%)150 (33.3%)
4 Vehicles35 (7.2%)34 (7.5%)
5 or more Vehicles8 (1.6%)16 (3.5%)
Total489 (100.0%)451 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Orion

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Orion are 20 to 24 minutes (198 commuters, 22.5%), 30 to 34 minutes (147 commuters, 16.7%), and 25 to 29 minutes (117 commuters, 13.3%).
Commute Time in Orion
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes718.1%
5 to 9 Minutes9010.2%
10 to 14 Minutes445.0%
15 to 19 Minutes697.8%
20 to 24 Minutes19822.5%
25 to 29 Minutes11713.3%
30 to 34 Minutes14716.7%
35 to 39 Minutes738.3%
40 to 44 Minutes293.3%
45 to 59 Minutes323.6%
60 to 89 Minutes121.4%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Orion

The most common commute times in Orion are 20 to 24 minutes (127 commuters, 26.6%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (77 commuters, 19.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Orion
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes25 (5.2%)46 (11.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes42 (8.8%)48 (11.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes41 (8.6%)3 (0.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes31 (6.5%)38 (9.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes127 (26.6%)71 (17.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes47 (9.8%)70 (17.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes70 (14.6%)77 (19.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes43 (9.0%)30 (7.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes14 (2.9%)15 (3.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes26 (5.4%)6 (1.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes12 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Orion

The most frequent times of departure to work in Orion are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (81, 17.0%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (74, 18.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Orion
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM47 (9.8%)8 (2.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM41 (8.6%)8 (2.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM12 (2.5%)12 (3.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM81 (17.0%)5 (1.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM61 (12.8%)74 (18.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM51 (10.7%)60 (14.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM43 (9.0%)54 (13.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM36 (7.5%)45 (11.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM48 (10.0%)14 (3.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM20 (4.2%)29 (7.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)17 (4.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)7 (1.7%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM12 (2.5%)57 (14.1%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM26 (5.4%)14 (3.5%)
Total478 (100.0%)404 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Orion

Occupancy by Ownership in Orion

Of the total 682 dwellings in Orion, owner-occupied units account for 534 (78.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 148 (21.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Orion
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units53478.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units14821.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units682100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Orion

Occupancy by Household Size in Orion
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household14821.7%
2-Person Household19027.9%
3-Person Household11016.1%
4+ Person Household23434.3%
Total Housing Units682100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Orion

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Orion
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household86 (58.1%)62 (41.9%)
2-Person Household163 (85.8%)27 (14.2%)
3-Person Household78 (70.9%)32 (29.1%)
4+ Person Household207 (88.5%)27 (11.5%)
Total Housing Units534 (78.3%)148 (21.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Orion

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Orion
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School15 (83.3%)3 (16.7%)
High School Diploma129 (72.1%)50 (27.9%)
College/Associate Degree184 (70.5%)77 (29.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher206 (92.0%)18 (8.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Orion

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Orion
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years8512.5%
35 to 44 Years22633.1%
45 to 54 Years12418.2%
55 to 64 Years11617.0%
65 to 74 Years608.8%
75 to 84 Years517.5%
85 Years and Over202.9%
Total682100.0%

Housing Finances in Orion

Median Income by Occupancy in Orion

Median Income by Occupancy in Orion
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied534 (78.3%)$98,333
Renter-Occupied148 (21.7%)$68,958
Average682 (100.0%)$88,529

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Orion

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Orion
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0005 (0.9%)2 (1.3%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)3 (2.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9993 (0.6%)4 (2.7%)
$15,000 to $19,9993 (0.6%)19 (12.8%)
$20,000 to $24,9998 (1.5%)5 (3.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99917 (3.2%)11 (7.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99942 (7.9%)9 (6.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99996 (18.0%)37 (25.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99995 (17.8%)27 (18.2%)
$100,000 to $149,999151 (28.3%)31 (20.9%)
$150,000 or more114 (21.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total534 (100.0%)148 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Orion

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Orion
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30011 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49945 (8.4%)5 (3.4%)
$500 to $799134 (25.1%)58 (39.2%)
$800 to $99950 (9.4%)35 (23.6%)
$1,000 to $1,499165 (30.9%)41 (27.7%)
$1,500 to $1,999106 (19.9%)2 (1.3%)
$2,000 to $2,49916 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more7 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total534 (100.0%)148 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Orion

Housing Structures in Orion

Housing Structures in Orion
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached57584.3%
Single Unit, Attached50.7%
2 Unit Apartments91.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments294.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments304.4%
10 or more Apartments121.8%
Mobile Home / Other223.2%
Total682100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Orion

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Orion
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached521 (90.6%)54 (9.4%)
Single Unit, Attached5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments2 (22.2%)7 (77.8%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments4 (13.8%)25 (86.2%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments2 (6.7%)28 (93.3%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
Total534 (78.3%)148 (21.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Orion

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Orion
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)6 (4.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms7 (1.3%)19 (12.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms90 (16.9%)43 (29.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms254 (47.6%)63 (42.6%)
8 or more Rooms183 (34.3%)17 (11.5%)
Total534 (100.0%)148 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Orion

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Orion
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas460 (86.1%)64 (43.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas2 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity66 (12.4%)84 (56.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene6 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total534 (100.0%)148 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Orion

Household Vehicle Usage in Orion
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle8 (1.5%)10 (6.8%)
1 Vehicle100 (18.7%)64 (43.2%)
2 Vehicles244 (45.7%)39 (26.4%)
3 or more Vehicles182 (34.1%)35 (23.6%)
Total534 (100.0%)148 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Orion

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Orion

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units196338
Median Property Value$166,700$161,400
Median Household Income$73,750$89
Monthly Housing Costs$591$7
Real Estate Taxes$3,385$13

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Orion

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Orion
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0009 (4.6%)9 (2.7%)
$50,000 to $99,99947 (24.0%)22 (6.5%)
$100,000 to $299,999129 (65.8%)300 (88.8%)
$300,000 to $499,9996 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9993 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9992 (1.0%)7 (2.1%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total196 (100.0%)338 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Orion

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Orion
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0005 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99914 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99915 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99920 (10.2%)2 (0.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99944 (22.5%)22 (6.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99938 (19.4%)52 (15.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99935 (17.9%)57 (16.9%)
$150,000 or more25 (12.8%)116 (34.3%)
Total196 (100.0%)338 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Orion

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Orion
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x109 (55.6%)115,789 (34,257.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x39 (19.9%)256 (75.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x9 (4.6%)56 (16.6%)
4.0x or more36 (18.4%)26 (7.7%)
Total196 (100.0%)338 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Orion

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Orion
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8009 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49925 (12.8%)6 (1.8%)
$800 to $1,499162 (82.7%)22 (6.5%)
Total196 (100.0%)338 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Orion

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Orion

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Orion
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years163 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years453 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years179 (97.8%)4 (2.2%)
26 to 34 Years156 (97.5%)4 (2.5%)
35 to 44 Years381 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years205 (94.0%)13 (6.0%)
55 to 64 Years188 (96.4%)7 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years106 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older107 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,938 (98.6%)28 (1.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Orion

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Orion
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born163 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen453 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen179 (97.8%)4 (2.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Orion

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Orion
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00065 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999164 (94.8%)9 (5.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999302 (95.9%)13 (4.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999415 (99.5%)2 (0.5%)
$100,000 and over992 (99.6%)4 (0.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Orion

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Orion
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 618 (11.0%)145 (89.0%)
6 to 18 Years45 (9.9%)421 (92.9%)
19 to 25 Years34 (18.6%)155 (84.7%)
25 to 34 Years44 (27.5%)121 (75.6%)
35 to 44 Years27 (7.1%)354 (92.9%)
45 to 54 Years20 (9.2%)200 (91.7%)
55 to 64 Years35 (17.9%)162 (83.1%)
65 to 74 Years95 (89.6%)79 (74.5%)
75 Years and over107 (100.0%)77 (72.0%)
Total425 (21.6%)1,714 (87.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Orion

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Orion
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years5 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years22 (11.1%)13 (7.5%)
35 to 64 Years53 (13.0%)27 (7.0%)
65 to 74 Years16 (28.1%)11 (22.5%)
75 Years and over25 (58.1%)25 (39.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Orion

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Orion: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years13 (3.2%)5 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years8 (14.0%)2 (4.1%)
75 Years and over21 (48.8%)2 (3.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Orion: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)3 (0.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (16.3%)2 (3.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Orion: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years5 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years22 (11.1%)13 (7.5%)
35 to 64 Years2 (0.5%)8 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years5 (8.8%)3 (6.1%)
75 Years and over7 (16.3%)14 (21.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Orion: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years32 (7.8%)2 (0.5%)
65 to 74 Years3 (5.3%)6 (12.2%)
75 Years and over11 (25.6%)4 (6.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Orion: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (16.3%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Orion

Computing Device Access in Orion

Computing Device Access in Orion
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop55881.8%
Smartphone59787.5%
Tablet47269.2%
No Computing Device263.8%
Total682100.0%

Internet Access in Orion

Internet Access in Orion
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home53177.9%
Cellular Data Only7611.1%
Satellite Internet223.2%
No Internet6810.0%
Total682100.0%

Orion Summary

Orion, Illinois is a small village located in Henry County, Illinois. It is situated on the banks of the Rock River, approximately 30 miles southwest of the Quad Cities. The village has a population of 1,845 people, according to the 2010 census.

History

The area that is now Orion was first settled in 1835 by a group of settlers from New York. The village was originally known as “New York Settlement”, but was later renamed Orion after the constellation of stars. The village was officially incorporated in 1867.
In the late 19th century, Orion was a thriving agricultural community. The village was home to several grain elevators, a flour mill, and a creamery. The village also had a number of stores, a hotel, and a post office.
In the early 20th century, Orion was a popular tourist destination. The village was home to several resorts, including the Orion Hotel, which was built in 1902. The hotel was a popular destination for visitors from Chicago and other nearby cities.

Geography

Orion is located in Henry County, Illinois. The village is situated on the banks of the Rock River, approximately 30 miles southwest of the Quad Cities. The village is located in the Rock River Valley, which is a major agricultural region.
The village has a total area of 1.2 square miles, all of which is land. The village is located at an elevation of 690 feet above sea level.

Economy

The economy of Orion is largely based on agriculture. The village is home to several grain elevators, a flour mill, and a creamery. The village also has a number of stores, a hotel, and a post office.
The village is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a plastics manufacturer and a metal fabrication company.

Demographics

According to the 2010 census, the population of Orion was 1,845 people. The village has a median household income of $45,000 and a median family income of $51,000. The village has a poverty rate of 11.3%.
The village is predominantly white, with 92.3% of the population identifying as white. The village also has a small Hispanic population, with 4.2% of the population identifying as Hispanic or Latino.

Conclusion

Orion, Illinois is a small village located in Henry County, Illinois. It is situated on the banks of the Rock River, approximately 30 miles southwest of the Quad Cities. The village has a population of 1,845 people, according to the 2010 census. The economy of Orion is largely based on agriculture, with the village also home to several manufacturing companies. The village is predominantly white, with 92.3% of the population identifying as white.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Orion?
Total Population of Orion is 1,966.
What is the Total Male Population of Orion?
Total Male Population of Orion is 1,011.
What is the Total Female Population of Orion?
Total Female Population of Orion is 955.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Orion?
There are 105.86 Males per 100 Females in Orion.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Orion?
There are 94.46 Females per 100 Males in Orion.
What is the Median Population Age in Orion?
Median Population Age in Orion is 35.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Orion
Average Family Size in Orion is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Orion
Average Household Size in Orion is 2.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Orion?
Per Capita income in Orion is $36,633.
What is the Median Family Income in Orion?
Median Family Income in Orion is $97,102.
What is the Median Household income in Orion?
Median Household Income in Orion is $88,529.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Orion?
Income or Wage Gap in Orion is 32.1%.
Women in Orion earn 67.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Orion?
Inequality or Gini Index in Orion is 0.36.
How Large is the Labor Force in Orion?
There are 987 People in the Labor Forcein in Orion.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Orion?
67.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Orion.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Orion?
Unemployment Rate in Orion is 3.5%.