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Polo Overview

2,520
TOTAL POPULATION
1,266
MALE POPULATION
1,254
FEMALE POPULATION
100.96
MALES / 100 FEMALES
99.05
FEMALES / 100 MALES
30.2
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,369
PER CAPITA INCOME
$69,615
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$57,931
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
16.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
83.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,191
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Polo Zip Codes

Polo Area Codes

Race in Polo

The most populous races in Polo are White / Caucasian (2,465 | 97.8%), Hispanic or Latino (31 | 1.2%), and Asian (24 | 0.9%).
Race in Polo
Race# Population% Population
Asian240.9%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino311.2%
Native / Alaskan180.7%
White / Caucasian2,46597.8%
Two or more Races130.5%
Some other Race00.0%
Total2,520100.0%

Ancestry in Polo

The most populous ancestries reported in Polo are German (704 | 27.9%), Irish (278 | 11.0%), English (193 | 7.7%), American (112 | 4.4%), and Dutch (109 | 4.3%), together accounting for 55.4% of all Polo residents.
Ancestry in Polo
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1124.4%
Arab261.0%
Burmese240.9%
Central American180.7%
Central American Indian180.7%
Cherokee10.0%
Czech120.5%
Danish120.5%
Dutch1094.3%
Eastern European140.6%
English1937.7%
European40.2%
French210.8%
French Canadian140.6%
German70427.9%
Guatemalan180.7%
Irish27811.0%
Italian281.1%
Jordanian261.0%
Korean70.3%
Northern European50.2%
Norwegian170.7%
Puerto Rican130.5%
Russian220.9%
Scandinavian40.2%
Scotch-Irish90.4%
Scottish301.2%
Shoshone10.0%
Slovak40.2%
Swedish341.3%
Swiss381.5%
Welsh20.1%
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Immigrants in Polo

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Polo came from Asia (39 | 1.5%), Jordan (26 | 1.0%), Western Asia (26 | 1.0%), Eastern Asia (13 | 0.5%), and Korea (13 | 0.5%), together accounting for 4.6% of all Polo residents.
Immigrants in Polo
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia391.5%
Eastern Asia130.5%
Jordan261.0%
Korea130.5%
Western Asia261.0%
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Sex and Age in Polo

Sex and Age in Polo

The most populous age groups in Polo are 25 to 29 Years (222 | 17.5%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (196 | 15.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Polo
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years89 (7.0%)102 (8.1%)
5 to 9 Years148 (11.7%)44 (3.5%)
10 to 14 Years86 (6.8%)182 (14.5%)
15 to 19 Years67 (5.3%)15 (1.2%)
20 to 24 Years44 (3.5%)50 (4.0%)
25 to 29 Years222 (17.5%)196 (15.6%)
30 to 34 Years99 (7.8%)133 (10.6%)
35 to 39 Years80 (6.3%)49 (3.9%)
40 to 44 Years45 (3.5%)70 (5.6%)
45 to 49 Years70 (5.5%)52 (4.2%)
50 to 54 Years65 (5.1%)32 (2.5%)
55 to 59 Years27 (2.1%)74 (5.9%)
60 to 64 Years87 (6.9%)26 (2.1%)
65 to 69 Years34 (2.7%)44 (3.5%)
70 to 74 Years41 (3.2%)65 (5.2%)
75 to 79 Years38 (3.0%)53 (4.2%)
80 to 84 Years13 (1.0%)14 (1.1%)
85 Years and over11 (0.9%)53 (4.2%)
Total1,266 (100.0%)1,254 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Polo

Median Family Size in Polo

The median family size in Polo is 2.92 persons per family, with single male/father families (83 | 12.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.37 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (177 | 27.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.52 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Polo
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple390 (60.0%)3.00
Single Male/Father83 (12.8%)3.37
Single Female/Mother177 (27.2%)2.52
Total Families650 (100.0%)2.92

Median Household Size in Polo

The median household size in Polo is 2.53 persons per household, with single male/father households (83 | 8.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.28 persons per household. non-family households (328 | 33.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.26 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Polo
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple390 (39.9%)3.03
Single Male/Father83 (8.5%)4.28
Single Female/Mother177 (18.1%)2.96
Non-family328 (33.5%)1.26
Total Households978 (100.0%)2.53

Household Size by Marriage Status in Polo

Out of a total of 978 households in Polo, 650 (66.5%) are family households, while 328 (33.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 278, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 267.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Polo
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-267 (27.3%)
2-Person Households278 (28.4%)47 (4.8%)
3-Person Households183 (18.7%)14 (1.4%)
4-Person Households125 (12.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households40 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households6 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households18 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total650 (66.5%)328 (33.5%)

Female Fertility in Polo

Fertility by Age in Polo

Average fertility rate in Polo is 99.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 140.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 94.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Polo
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years53 (94.6%)140.0
35 to 50 years3 (5.4%)18.0
Total56 (100.0%)99.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Polo

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Polo
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)53 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)56 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Polo

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Polo
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School20 (35.7%)400.0
High School Diploma23 (41.1%)86.0
College or Associate's Degree13 (23.2%)65.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total56 (100.0%)99.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Polo

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Polo
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)56 (100.0%)

Income in Polo

Income Overview in Polo

Per Capita Income in Polo is $26,369, while median incomes of families and households are $69,615 and $57,931 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,520$26,369
Median Family Income650$69,615
Mean Family Income650$69,184
Median Household Income978$57,931
Mean Household Income978$64,355
Income Deficit650$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,52016.86%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,52083.14¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,5200.38

Earnings by Sex in Polo

Average Earnings in Polo are $36,811, $40,982 for men and $34,071 for women, a difference of 16.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Polo
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male669 (54.1%)$40,982
Female567 (45.9%)$34,071
Total1,236 (100.0%)$36,811

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Polo

The most common earnings brackets in Polo are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (94 | 14.1%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (104 | 18.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Polo
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less25 (3.7%)43 (7.6%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)6 (1.1%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)8 (1.4%)
$7,500 to $9,99919 (2.8%)18 (3.2%)
$10,000 to $12,49926 (3.9%)4 (0.7%)
$12,500 to $14,9996 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4999 (1.3%)15 (2.6%)
$17,500 to $19,99943 (6.4%)24 (4.2%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)18 (3.2%)
$22,500 to $24,9996 (0.9%)57 (10.1%)
$25,000 to $29,99980 (12.0%)48 (8.5%)
$30,000 to $34,99935 (5.2%)57 (10.1%)
$35,000 to $39,99980 (12.0%)88 (15.5%)
$40,000 to $44,99914 (2.1%)21 (3.7%)
$45,000 to $49,99936 (5.4%)14 (2.5%)
$50,000 to $54,99932 (4.8%)3 (0.5%)
$55,000 to $64,99994 (14.1%)104 (18.3%)
$65,000 to $74,99954 (8.1%)18 (3.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99963 (9.4%)11 (1.9%)
$100,000+47 (7.0%)10 (1.8%)
Total669 (100.0%)567 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Polo

Average earnings in Polo are $45,486 for men and $33,846 for women, a difference of 25.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $123,542, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $37,955. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $61,094, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $29,688.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Polo
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$38,750$0
High School Diploma$37,955$29,688
College or Associate's Degree$55,767$36,875
Bachelor's Degree$76,500$61,094
Graduate Degree$123,542$0
Total$45,486$33,846

Family Income in Polo

Family Income Brackets in Polo

According to the Polo family income data, there are 133 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.5% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 10 families (1.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Polo
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000192.9%
$10,000 to $14,999203.1%
$15,000 to $24,9998312.8%
$25,000 to $34,999426.5%
$35,000 to $49,99911016.9%
$50,000 to $74,99910916.8%
$75,000 to $99,99913320.5%
$100,000 to $149,99910816.6%
$150,000 to $199,999101.5%
$200,000+162.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Polo

4-person families (31 | 4.8%) account for the highest median family income in Polo with $117,639 per family, while 2-person families (320 | 49.2%) have the highest median income of $33,854 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Polo
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families320 (49.2%)$67,708
3-Person Families235 (36.1%)$0
4-Person Families31 (4.8%)$117,639
5-Person Families40 (6.1%)$0
6-Person Families24 (3.7%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total650 (100.0%)$69,615

Family Income by Number of Earners in Polo

The median family income in Polo is $69,615, with families comprising 3+ earners (22) having the highest median family income of $118,056, while families with no earners (93) have the lowest median family income of $32,813, accounting for 3.4% and 14.3% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Polo
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners93 (14.3%)$32,813
1 Earner294 (45.2%)$37,372
2 Earners241 (37.1%)$93,906
3+ Earners22 (3.4%)$118,056
Total650 (100.0%)$69,615

Household Income in Polo

Household Income Brackets in Polo

With 182 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Polo, accounting for 18.6% of all households. In contrast, only 10 households (1.0%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Polo
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000474.8%
$10,000 to $14,999262.7%
$15,000 to $24,99912612.9%
$25,000 to $34,999878.9%
$35,000 to $49,99917217.6%
$50,000 to $74,99918218.6%
$75,000 to $99,99915616.0%
$100,000 to $149,99915115.4%
$150,000 to $199,999101.0%
$200,000+212.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Polo

The median household income in Polo is $57,931, with the highest median household income of $70,089 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 467 households (47.7%) 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 15 households (1.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Polo
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years15 (1.5%)$0
25 to 44 Years467 (47.7%)$70,089
45 to 64 Years252 (25.8%)$70,000
65+ Years244 (24.9%)$38,261
Total978 (100.0%)$57,931

Poverty in Polo

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Polo

With 26.4% poverty level for males and 22.8% for females among the residents of Polo, 12 to 14 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 26 males (92.9%) and 24 females (48.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Polo
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years42 (47.2%)10 (9.8%)
5 Years14 (41.2%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years63 (38.9%)12 (41.4%)
12 to 14 Years26 (92.9%)75 (46.6%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years33 (58.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years9 (20.4%)24 (48.0%)
25 to 34 Years82 (25.6%)117 (35.6%)
35 to 44 Years17 (13.6%)13 (10.9%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)5 (5.9%)
55 to 64 Years12 (10.5%)5 (5.0%)
65 to 74 Years5 (6.7%)7 (6.4%)
75 Years and over28 (45.2%)7 (9.3%)
Total331 (26.4%)275 (22.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Polo

According to the poverty statistics in Polo, males aged 15 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Polo
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years47 (52.8%)92 (90.2%)
5 Years20 (58.8%)36 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years99 (61.1%)17 (58.6%)
12 to 14 Years2 (7.1%)86 (53.4%)
15 Years11 (100.0%)5 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years23 (41.1%)10 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years35 (79.5%)26 (52.0%)
25 to 34 Years239 (74.5%)212 (64.4%)
35 to 44 Years108 (86.4%)106 (89.1%)
45 to 54 Years135 (100.0%)79 (94.1%)
55 to 64 Years102 (89.5%)95 (95.0%)
65 to 74 Years70 (93.3%)102 (93.6%)
75 Years and over34 (54.8%)68 (90.7%)
Total925 (73.7%)934 (77.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Polo

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Polo show that 6.7% or 26 of the total 390 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 17.8%, comprising of 18 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Polo
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children235 (96.7%)8 (3.3%)
1 or 2 Children83 (82.2%)18 (17.8%)
3 or 4 Children46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total364 (93.3%)26 (6.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Polo

According to the poverty data in Polo, 51.8% or 43 single-father households and 28.8% or 51 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 43 households (51.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 48 households (36.4%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Polo
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)3 (6.7%)
1 or 2 Children43 (51.8%)48 (36.4%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total43 (51.8%)51 (28.8%)

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

The poverty data for Polo shows that 26 of the married-couple family households (6.7%) and 94 of the single-parent households (36.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 18 households (17.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 91 household (42.3%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Polo
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children8 (3.3%)3 (6.7%)
1 or 2 Children18 (17.8%)91 (42.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total26 (6.7%)94 (36.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Polo

Employment by Class of Employer in Polo

Among the 1,146 employed individuals in Polo, private company employees (826 | 72.1%), not-for-profit organizations (99 | 8.6%), and local government employees (91 | 7.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Polo
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees82672.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)312.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)302.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations998.6%
Local Government Employees917.9%
State Government Employees696.0%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,146100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Polo

According to the labor force statistics for Polo, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,853), 64.3% or 1,191 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.4% or 40 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 90.4% or 85 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 100.0% or 19 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Polo
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years19 (28.8%)19 (100.0%)
20 to 24 Years85 (90.4%)15 (17.6%)
25 to 29 Years341 (81.6%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years151 (65.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years208 (85.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years173 (79.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years82 (81.2%)6 (7.3%)
60 to 64 Years75 (66.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years53 (28.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over5 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,191 (64.3%)40 (3.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Polo

According to labor force statistics for Polo, 77.6% of individuals (1,030) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,327) are in the labor force, with 0.6% or 6 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 88.4% or 388 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.7% or 6 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Polo
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School42 (66.7%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma472 (69.5%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree388 (88.4%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher128 (87.7%)7 (4.7%)
Total1,030 (77.6%)8 (0.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Polo

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Polo are Management (128 | 11.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (71 | 6.2%), Health Technologists (39 | 3.4%), Computers, Engineering & Science (34 | 2.9%), and Computers & Mathematics (29 | 2.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Polo

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Polo, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (66.7%), and Management (59.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (71.8%), and Health Technologists (71.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Polo
OccupationMaleFemale
Management76 (59.4%)52 (40.6%)
Business & Financial3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science18 (52.9%)16 (47.1%)
Computers & Mathematics13 (44.8%)16 (55.2%)
Architecture & Engineering5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 14 (53.8%)12 (46.2%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library14 (66.7%)7 (33.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating20 (28.2%)51 (71.8%)
Health Technologists11 (28.2%)28 (71.8%)
Total (Category)131 (49.4%)134 (50.6%)
Total (Overall)618 (53.6%)534 (46.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Polo are Security & Protection (77 | 6.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (63 | 5.5%), Healthcare Support (58 | 5.0%), Law Enforcement (55 | 4.8%), and Food Preparation & Serving (47 | 4.1%).
Services Occupations in Polo

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Polo, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (74.0%), and Law Enforcement (63.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (93.6%), Healthcare Support (89.7%), and Personal Care & Service (89.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Polo
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support6 (10.3%)52 (89.7%)
Security & Protection57 (74.0%)20 (26.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement35 (63.6%)20 (36.4%)
Food Preparation & Serving3 (6.4%)44 (93.6%)
Cleaning & Maintenance40 (63.5%)23 (36.5%)
Personal Care & Service2 (10.5%)17 (89.5%)
Total (Category)108 (40.9%)156 (59.1%)
Total (Overall)618 (53.6%)534 (46.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Polo are Office & Administration (121 | 10.5%), and Sales & Related (97 | 8.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Polo

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Polo
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related22 (22.7%)75 (77.3%)
Office & Administration20 (16.5%)101 (83.5%)
Total (Category)42 (19.3%)176 (80.7%)
Total (Overall)618 (53.6%)534 (46.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Polo are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (34 | 2.9%), Construction & Extraction (15 | 1.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (12 | 1.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Polo

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Polo
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)618 (53.6%)534 (46.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Polo are Production (249 | 21.6%), Material Moving (55 | 4.8%), and Transportation (40 | 3.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Polo

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Polo
OccupationMaleFemale
Production201 (80.7%)48 (19.3%)
Transportation40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving35 (63.6%)20 (36.4%)
Total (Category)276 (80.2%)68 (19.8%)
Total (Overall)618 (53.6%)534 (46.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Polo

Employment Industries in Polo

The major employment industries in Polo include Manufacturing (317 | 27.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (145 | 12.6%), Retail Trade (123 | 10.7%), Accommodation & Food Services (73 | 6.3%), and Public Administration (71 | 6.2%).
Employment Industries in Polo

Employment Industries by Sex in Polo

The Polo industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Professional & Scientific (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (93.5%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (89.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Polo
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction34 (79.1%)9 (20.9%)
Manufacturing228 (71.9%)89 (28.1%)
Wholesale Trade18 (85.7%)3 (14.3%)
Retail Trade31 (25.2%)92 (74.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities44 (89.8%)5 (10.2%)
Information5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance3 (6.5%)43 (93.5%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing30 (88.2%)4 (11.8%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support30 (68.2%)14 (31.8%)
Educational Services20 (58.8%)14 (41.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance16 (11.0%)129 (89.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services40 (54.8%)33 (45.2%)
Public Administration47 (66.2%)24 (33.8%)
Total618 (53.6%)534 (46.4%)

Education in Polo

School Enrollment in Polo

The most common levels of schooling among the 708 students in Polo are middle school (183 | 25.9%), elementary school (171 | 24.1%), and nursery / preschool (118 | 16.7%).
School Enrollment in Polo
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool11816.7%
Kindergarten121.7%
Elementary School17124.1%
Middle School18325.9%
High School11816.7%
College / Undergraduate7811.0%
Graduate / Professional284.0%
Total708100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Polo

Out of a total of 708 students who are enrolled in schools in Polo, 105 (14.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 603 (85.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 55 (96.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 55 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Polo
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old177 (92.2%)15 (7.8%)
10 to 14 Year Olds268 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds82 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds2 (3.5%)55 (96.5%)
35 Years and over4 (10.3%)35 (89.7%)
Total603 (85.2%)105 (14.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Polo

Arts & humanities (46 | 19.0%), science & technology (43 | 17.8%), education (36 | 14.9%), business (24 | 9.9%), and multidisciplinary studies (18 | 7.4%) are the most common fields of study among 242 individuals in Polo who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Polo
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics114.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural31.2%
Physical & Health Sciences145.8%
Psychology166.6%
Social Sciences10.4%
Engineering104.1%
Multidisciplinary Studies187.4%
Science & Technology4317.8%
Business249.9%
Education3614.9%
Literature & Languages41.7%
Liberal Arts & History52.1%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications114.5%
Arts & Humanities4619.0%
Total242100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Polo

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Polo

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Polo are males with 2 vehicles (359, accounting for 58.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (261, making up 67.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Polo
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle10 (1.6%)22 (4.1%)
1 Vehicle92 (15.0%)163 (30.5%)
2 Vehicles359 (58.7%)261 (48.9%)
3 Vehicles92 (15.0%)70 (13.1%)
4 Vehicles39 (6.4%)9 (1.7%)
5 or more Vehicles20 (3.3%)9 (1.7%)
Total612 (100.0%)534 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Polo

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Polo are 25 to 29 minutes (210 commuters, 19.9%), 20 to 24 minutes (178 commuters, 16.8%), and 5 to 9 minutes (166 commuters, 15.7%).
Commute Time in Polo
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes999.4%
5 to 9 Minutes16615.7%
10 to 14 Minutes767.2%
15 to 19 Minutes1019.6%
20 to 24 Minutes17816.8%
25 to 29 Minutes21019.9%
30 to 34 Minutes484.5%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes403.8%
45 to 59 Minutes363.4%
60 to 89 Minutes413.9%
90 or more Minutes625.9%

Commute Time by Sex in Polo

The most common commute times in Polo are 5 to 9 minutes (131 commuters, 21.9%) for males and 25 to 29 minutes (143 commuters, 31.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Polo
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes43 (7.2%)56 (12.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes131 (21.9%)35 (7.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes35 (5.9%)41 (8.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes38 (6.4%)63 (13.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes79 (13.2%)99 (21.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes67 (11.2%)143 (31.1%)
30 to 34 Minutes25 (4.2%)23 (5.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes40 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes36 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes41 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes62 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Polo

The most frequent times of departure to work in Polo are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (124, 20.8%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (81, 17.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Polo
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM50 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM9 (1.5%)33 (7.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM55 (9.2%)43 (9.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM35 (5.9%)45 (9.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM118 (19.8%)81 (17.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM44 (7.4%)67 (14.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM31 (5.2%)24 (5.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM60 (10.1%)43 (9.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM6 (1.0%)32 (7.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM17 (2.9%)12 (2.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM22 (3.7%)25 (5.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM124 (20.8%)48 (10.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM26 (4.4%)7 (1.5%)
Total597 (100.0%)460 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Polo

Occupancy by Ownership in Polo

Of the total 978 dwellings in Polo, owner-occupied units account for 590 (60.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 388 (39.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Polo
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units59060.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units38839.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units978100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Polo

Occupancy by Household Size in Polo
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household26727.3%
2-Person Household32533.2%
3-Person Household19720.1%
4+ Person Household18919.3%
Total Housing Units978100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Polo

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Polo
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household182 (68.2%)85 (31.8%)
2-Person Household169 (52.0%)156 (48.0%)
3-Person Household146 (74.1%)51 (25.9%)
4+ Person Household93 (49.2%)96 (50.8%)
Total Housing Units590 (60.3%)388 (39.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Polo

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Polo
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School44 (41.1%)63 (58.9%)
High School Diploma215 (47.7%)236 (52.3%)
College/Associate Degree227 (84.1%)43 (15.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher104 (69.3%)46 (30.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Polo

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Polo
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years33434.2%
35 to 44 Years14815.1%
45 to 54 Years11912.2%
55 to 64 Years13313.6%
65 to 74 Years13413.7%
75 to 84 Years878.9%
85 Years and Over232.4%
Total978100.0%

Housing Finances in Polo

Median Income by Occupancy in Polo

Median Income by Occupancy in Polo
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied590 (60.3%)$70,769
Renter-Occupied388 (39.7%)$37,258
Average978 (100.0%)$57,931

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Polo

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Polo
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0008 (1.4%)17 (4.4%)
$5,000 to $9,99911 (1.9%)11 (2.8%)
$10,000 to $14,99912 (2.0%)14 (3.6%)
$15,000 to $19,99914 (2.4%)72 (18.6%)
$20,000 to $24,99910 (1.7%)30 (7.7%)
$25,000 to $34,99965 (11.0%)22 (5.7%)
$35,000 to $49,999109 (18.5%)63 (16.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999105 (17.8%)77 (19.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99996 (16.3%)60 (15.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999129 (21.9%)22 (5.7%)
$150,000 or more31 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total590 (100.0%)388 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Polo

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Polo
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30039 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49950 (8.5%)19 (4.9%)
$500 to $799217 (36.8%)141 (36.3%)
$800 to $99997 (16.4%)111 (28.6%)
$1,000 to $1,499106 (18.0%)96 (24.7%)
$1,500 to $1,99965 (11.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49916 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total590 (100.0%)388 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Polo

Housing Structures in Polo

Housing Structures in Polo
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached79781.5%
Single Unit, Attached121.2%
2 Unit Apartments929.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments646.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments131.3%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total978100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Polo

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Polo
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached563 (70.6%)234 (29.4%)
Single Unit, Attached5 (41.7%)7 (58.3%)
2 Unit Apartments9 (9.8%)83 (90.2%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments13 (20.3%)51 (79.7%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total590 (60.3%)388 (39.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Polo

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Polo
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room5 (0.9%)16 (4.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms9 (1.5%)66 (17.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms140 (23.7%)195 (50.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms275 (46.6%)90 (23.2%)
8 or more Rooms161 (27.3%)21 (5.4%)
Total590 (100.0%)388 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Polo

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Polo
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas492 (83.4%)253 (65.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas15 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity83 (14.1%)118 (30.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)17 (4.4%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total590 (100.0%)388 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Polo

Household Vehicle Usage in Polo
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle10 (1.7%)47 (12.1%)
1 Vehicle206 (34.9%)123 (31.7%)
2 Vehicles277 (46.9%)173 (44.6%)
3 or more Vehicles97 (16.4%)45 (11.6%)
Total590 (100.0%)388 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Polo

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Polo

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units222368
Median Property Value$111,000$103,100
Median Household Income$52,000$25
Monthly Housing Costs$567$0
Real Estate Taxes$2,773$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Polo

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Polo
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00019 (8.6%)18 (4.9%)
$50,000 to $99,99962 (27.9%)157 (42.7%)
$100,000 to $299,999141 (63.5%)182 (49.5%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)11 (3.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total222 (100.0%)368 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Polo

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Polo
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00013 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99913 (5.9%)6 (1.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99940 (18.0%)23 (6.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99941 (18.5%)25 (6.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99957 (25.7%)68 (18.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99922 (9.9%)48 (13.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99930 (13.5%)74 (20.1%)
$150,000 or more6 (2.7%)99 (26.9%)
Total222 (100.0%)368 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Polo

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Polo
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x98 (44.1%)80,000 (21,739.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x50 (22.5%)219 (59.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x40 (18.0%)112 (30.4%)
4.0x or more34 (15.3%)4 (1.1%)
Total222 (100.0%)368 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Polo

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Polo
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80035 (15.8%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49925 (11.3%)22 (6.0%)
$800 to $1,499143 (64.4%)28 (7.6%)
Total222 (100.0%)368 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Polo

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Polo

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Polo
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years254 (97.3%)7 (2.7%)
6 to 18 Years461 (97.7%)11 (2.3%)
19 to 25 Years85 (72.0%)33 (28.0%)
26 to 34 Years472 (75.4%)154 (24.6%)
35 to 44 Years174 (71.3%)70 (28.7%)
45 to 54 Years219 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years187 (87.4%)27 (12.6%)
65 to 74 Years184 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older137 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,173 (87.8%)302 (12.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Polo

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Polo
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born254 (97.3%)7 (2.7%)
Foreign Born, Citizen461 (97.7%)11 (2.3%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen85 (72.0%)33 (28.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Polo

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Polo
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000388 (86.0%)63 (14.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999475 (89.6%)55 (10.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999419 (90.9%)42 (9.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999308 (73.3%)112 (26.7%)
$100,000 and over583 (95.1%)30 (4.9%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Polo

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Polo
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6137 (52.5%)148 (56.7%)
6 to 18 Years309 (65.5%)212 (44.9%)
19 to 25 Years33 (28.0%)52 (44.1%)
25 to 34 Years190 (30.3%)300 (47.9%)
35 to 44 Years42 (17.2%)146 (59.8%)
45 to 54 Years19 (8.7%)200 (91.3%)
55 to 64 Years46 (21.5%)141 (65.9%)
65 to 74 Years179 (97.3%)100 (54.3%)
75 Years and over130 (94.9%)95 (69.3%)
Total1,085 (43.8%)1,394 (56.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Polo

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Polo
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years10 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years5 (1.4%)45 (11.9%)
35 to 64 Years89 (23.8%)38 (12.5%)
65 to 74 Years17 (22.7%)29 (26.6%)
75 Years and over23 (37.1%)33 (44.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Polo

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Polo: <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 Years34 (9.1%)8 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years8 (10.7%)8 (7.3%)
75 Years and over8 (12.9%)21 (28.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Polo: <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 Years5 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years18 (4.8%)5 (1.7%)
65 to 74 Years7 (9.3%)8 (7.3%)
75 Years and over16 (25.8%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Polo: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years10 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)45 (11.9%)
35 to 64 Years34 (9.1%)10 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years7 (9.3%)4 (3.7%)
75 Years and over4 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Polo: <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 Years34 (9.1%)20 (6.6%)
65 to 74 Years13 (17.3%)17 (15.6%)
75 Years and over23 (37.1%)29 (38.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Polo: <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 Years14 (3.7%)11 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)4 (3.7%)
75 Years and over8 (12.9%)4 (5.3%)

Technology Access in Polo

Computing Device Access in Polo

Computing Device Access in Polo
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop68970.5%
Smartphone85487.3%
Tablet54856.0%
No Computing Device596.0%
Total978100.0%

Internet Access in Polo

Internet Access in Polo
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet80.8%
Broadband Home69671.2%
Cellular Data Only15415.8%
Satellite Internet717.3%
No Internet909.2%
Total978100.0%

Polo Summary

Polo, Illinois is a small village located in Ogle County, Illinois. It is situated in the northern part of the state, about 90 miles northwest of Chicago. The village has a population of approximately 2,500 people and is part of the Rockford Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History

Polo, Illinois was founded in 1854 by a group of settlers from Ohio. The village was named after the game of polo, which was popular at the time. The first settlers were primarily farmers, and the village quickly grew to become a thriving agricultural community. The first post office was established in 1856, and the first school was built in 1858.
In the late 19th century, Polo became a popular destination for tourists. The village was known for its beautiful scenery and its many recreational activities, such as fishing, hunting, and boating. The village also had a number of hotels and resorts, which attracted visitors from all over the Midwest.
In the early 20th century, Polo experienced a period of growth and prosperity. The village was home to several factories, including a flour mill, a furniture factory, and a canning factory. The village also had a number of stores and businesses, including a bank, a newspaper, and a movie theater.

Geography

Polo is located in the northern part of Ogle County, Illinois. The village is situated on the banks of the Rock River, which flows through the village. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland, and is located about 90 miles northwest of Chicago.
The climate in Polo is typical of the Midwest, with hot summers and cold winters. The average temperature in the summer is around 75 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average temperature in the winter is around 25 degrees Fahrenheit. The village receives an average of 36 inches of precipitation each year.

Economy

The economy of Polo is primarily based on agriculture. The village is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and wheat. The village also has a number of businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a bank.
The village is also home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory, a canning factory, and a flour mill. The village also has a number of stores and restaurants, which attract visitors from all over the region.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Polo was 2,500. The village is predominantly white, with about 95% of the population being of European descent. The median household income in the village is $45,000, and the median home value is $125,000. The village has a low unemployment rate, and the majority of the population is employed in the agricultural and manufacturing industries.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Polo?
Total Population of Polo is 2,520.
What is the Total Male Population of Polo?
Total Male Population of Polo is 1,266.
What is the Total Female Population of Polo?
Total Female Population of Polo is 1,254.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Polo?
There are 100.96 Males per 100 Females in Polo.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Polo?
There are 99.05 Females per 100 Males in Polo.
What is the Median Population Age in Polo?
Median Population Age in Polo is 30.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Polo
Average Family Size in Polo is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Polo
Average Household Size in Polo is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Polo?
Per Capita income in Polo is $26,369.
What is the Median Family Income in Polo?
Median Family Income in Polo is $69,615.
What is the Median Household income in Polo?
Median Household Income in Polo is $57,931.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Polo?
Income or Wage Gap in Polo is 16.9%.
Women in Polo earn 83.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Polo?
Inequality or Gini Index in Polo is 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in Polo?
There are 1,191 People in the Labor Forcein in Polo.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Polo?
64.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Polo.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Polo?
Unemployment Rate in Polo is 3.4%.