Wamac, IL
Wamac Map
Wamac Overview
896
TOTAL POPULATION
448
MALE POPULATION
448
FEMALE POPULATION
100.00
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.00
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,196
PER CAPITA INCOME
$46,172
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$42,273
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
8.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
92.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.55
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
376
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
11.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Wamac
The most populous races in Wamac are White / Caucasian (868 | 96.9%), Hispanic or Latino (26 | 2.9%), and Two or more Races (24 | 2.7%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 1 | 0.1% |
| Black / African American | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 26 | 2.9% |
| Native / Alaskan | 3 | 0.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 868 | 96.9% |
| Two or more Races | 24 | 2.7% |
| Some other Race | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 896 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Wamac
The most populous ancestries reported in Wamac are German (121 | 13.5%), English (89 | 9.9%), Irish (77 | 8.6%), American (51 | 5.7%), and Italian (50 | 5.6%), together accounting for 43.3% of all Wamac residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 51 | 5.7% |
| Blackfeet | 6 | 0.7% |
| Burmese | 8 | 0.9% |
| Cherokee | 11 | 1.2% |
| Cheyenne | 7 | 0.8% |
| Choctaw | 1 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 9 | 1.0% |
| English | 89 | 9.9% |
| French | 14 | 1.6% |
| German | 121 | 13.5% |
| Hungarian | 13 | 1.5% |
| Irish | 77 | 8.6% |
| Iroquois | 3 | 0.3% |
| Italian | 50 | 5.6% |
| Mexican | 26 | 2.9% |
| Norwegian | 10 | 1.1% |
| Polish | 26 | 2.9% |
| Scotch-Irish | 3 | 0.3% |
| Scottish | 2 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 6 | 0.7% |
| Welsh | 3 | 0.3% | View All 21 Rows |
Immigrants in Wamac
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Wamac came from Central America (20 | 2.2%), Latin America (20 | 2.2%), Mexico (20 | 2.2%), Asia (1 | 0.1%), and Eastern Asia (1 | 0.1%), together accounting for 6.9% of all Wamac residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 1 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 20 | 2.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 1 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 1 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 20 | 2.2% |
| Mexico | 20 | 2.2% | View All 6 Rows |
Sex and Age in Wamac
Sex and Age in Wamac
The most populous age groups in Wamac are 50 to 54 Years (46 | 10.3%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (60 | 13.4%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 40 (8.9%) | 35 (7.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 31 (6.9%) | 28 (6.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 30 (6.7%) | 34 (7.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 15 (3.4%) | 34 (7.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 39 (8.7%) | 16 (3.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 38 (8.5%) | 15 (3.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 37 (8.3%) | 29 (6.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 29 (6.5%) | 18 (4.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 34 (7.6%) | 31 (6.9%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 14 (3.1%) | 26 (5.8%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 46 (10.3%) | 22 (4.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 23 (5.1%) | 60 (13.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 44 (9.8%) | 35 (7.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 16 (3.6%) | 30 (6.7%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 9 (2.0%) | 22 (4.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 3 (0.7%) | 6 (1.3%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 85 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (1.6%) |
| Total | 448 (100.0%) | 448 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Wamac
Median Family Size in Wamac
The median family size in Wamac is 3.33 persons per family, with single female/mother families (79 | 39.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.63 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (27 | 13.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.11 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 95 (47.3%) | 3.15 |
| Single Male/Father | 27 (13.4%) | 3.11 |
| Single Female/Mother | 79 (39.3%) | 3.63 |
| Total Families | 201 (100.0%) | 3.33 |
Median Household Size in Wamac
The median household size in Wamac is 2.59 persons per household, with single female/mother households (79 | 22.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.03 persons per household. non-family households (145 | 41.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.28 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 95 (27.5%) | 3.15 |
| Single Male/Father | 27 (7.8%) | 3.44 |
| Single Female/Mother | 79 (22.8%) | 4.03 |
| Non-family | 145 (41.9%) | 1.28 |
| Total Households | 346 (100.0%) | 2.59 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Wamac
Out of a total of 346 households in Wamac, 201 (58.1%) are family households, while 145 (41.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 85, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 108.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 108 (31.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 85 (24.6%) | 33 (9.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 29 (8.4%) | 4 (1.2%) |
| 4-Person Households | 34 (9.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 25 (7.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 13 (3.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 15 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 201 (58.1%) | 145 (41.9%) |
Female Fertility in Wamac
Fertility by Age in Wamac
Average fertility rate in Wamac is 11.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 33.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 2 (100.0%) | 33.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 2 (100.0%) | 11.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wamac
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Wamac
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 2 (100.0%) | 33.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 2 (100.0%) | 11.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wamac
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
Income in Wamac
Income Overview in Wamac
Per Capita Income in Wamac is $26,196, while median incomes of families and households are $46,172 and $42,273 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 896 | $26,196 |
| Median Family Income | 201 | $46,172 |
| Mean Family Income | 201 | $85,764 |
| Median Household Income | 346 | $42,273 |
| Mean Household Income | 346 | $68,410 |
| Income Deficit | 201 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 896 | 7.96% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 896 | 92.04¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 896 | 0.55 |
Earnings by Sex in Wamac
Average Earnings in Wamac are $29,150, $29,489 for men and $27,143 for women, a difference of 8.0%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 223 (61.8%) | $29,489 |
| Female | 138 (38.2%) | $27,143 |
| Total | 361 (100.0%) | $29,150 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wamac
The most common earnings brackets in Wamac are $40,000 to $44,999 for men (34 | 15.2%) and $100,000+ for women (21 | 15.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 3 (1.3%) | 12 (8.7%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 24 (10.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 2 (0.9%) | 2 (1.5%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 13 (5.8%) | 3 (2.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 13 (5.8%) | 5 (3.6%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 3 (1.3%) | 4 (2.9%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 9 (4.0%) | 3 (2.2%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 11 (4.9%) | 15 (10.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 3 (1.3%) | 7 (5.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 7 (3.1%) | 12 (8.7%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 28 (12.6%) | 10 (7.2%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 22 (9.9%) | 4 (2.9%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 2 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 34 (15.2%) | 7 (5.1%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 2 (0.9%) | 15 (10.9%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 13 (5.8%) | 13 (9.4%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 17 (7.6%) | 1 (0.7%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 10 (4.5%) | 3 (2.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 7 (3.1%) | 1 (0.7%) |
| $100,000+ | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (15.2%) |
| Total | 223 (100.0%) | 138 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wamac
Average earnings in Wamac are $32,159 for men and $31,250 for women, a difference of 2.8%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $42,917, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $28,625. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $46,979, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $20,000.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $28,625 | $20,000 |
| High School Diploma | $30,341 | $24,107 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $42,917 | $46,979 |
| Bachelor's Degree | - | - |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $32,159 | $31,250 |
Family Income in Wamac
Family Income Brackets in Wamac
According to the Wamac family income data, there are 45 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.4% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 1 families (0.5%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 18 | 9.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1 | 0.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 25 | 12.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 42 | 20.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 31 | 15.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 45 | 22.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 7 | 3.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 12 | 6.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 14 | 7.0% |
| $200,000+ | 6 | 3.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wamac
5-person families (35 | 17.4%) account for the highest median family income in Wamac with $59,792 per family, while 2-person families (92 | 45.8%) have the highest median income of $18,750 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 92 (45.8%) | $37,500 |
| 3-Person Families | 42 (20.9%) | $0 |
| 4-Person Families | 14 (7.0%) | $0 |
| 5-Person Families | 35 (17.4%) | $59,792 |
| 6-Person Families | 3 (1.5%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 15 (7.5%) | $45,156 |
| Total | 201 (100.0%) | $46,172 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Wamac
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 45 (22.4%) | $23,472 |
| 1 Earner | 95 (47.3%) | $33,036 |
| 2 Earners | 42 (20.9%) | $59,167 |
| 3+ Earners | 19 (9.5%) | $0 |
| Total | 201 (100.0%) | $46,172 |
Household Income in Wamac
Household Income Brackets in Wamac
With 73 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Wamac, accounting for 21.1% of all households. In contrast, only 6 households (1.7%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 28 | 8.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 17 | 4.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 46 | 13.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 70 | 20.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 49 | 14.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 73 | 21.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 10 | 2.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 33 | 9.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 14 | 4.0% |
| $200,000+ | 6 | 1.7% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Wamac
The median household income in Wamac is $42,273, with the highest median household income of $50,268 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 149 households (43.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $29,931, with 115 households (33.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 10 (2.9%) | $31,786 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 115 (33.2%) | $29,931 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 149 (43.1%) | $50,268 |
| 65+ Years | 72 (20.8%) | $34,167 |
| Total | 346 (100.0%) | $42,273 |
Poverty in Wamac
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wamac
With 26.2% poverty level for males and 27.2% for females among the residents of Wamac, 5 year old males and 25 to 34 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 15 males (100.0%) and 31 females (70.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 22 (55.0%) | 15 (42.9%) |
| 5 Years | 15 (100.0%) | 3 (27.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 10 (31.2%) | 12 (38.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 8 (61.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (61.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (31.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 14 (18.7%) | 31 (70.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 26 (41.3%) | 17 (34.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 10 (16.7%) | 6 (12.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 12 (17.9%) | 14 (14.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (21.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 117 (26.2%) | 122 (27.2%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wamac
According to the poverty statistics in Wamac, males aged 15 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 18 (45.0%) | 20 (57.1%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (72.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 22 (68.8%) | 19 (61.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 5 (38.5%) | 20 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 2 (100.0%) | 5 (38.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 13 (100.0%) | 21 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 39 (100.0%) | 11 (68.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 61 (81.3%) | 13 (29.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 37 (58.7%) | 32 (65.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 50 (83.3%) | 42 (87.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 55 (82.1%) | 81 (85.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 25 (100.0%) | 41 (78.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3 (100.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| Total | 330 (73.8%) | 326 (72.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wamac
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Wamac show that 11.6% or 11 of the total 95 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 7 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 58 (93.5%) | 4 (6.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Total | 84 (88.4%) | 11 (11.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wamac
According to the poverty data in Wamac, 11.1% or 3 single-father households and 38.0% or 30 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 3 households (75.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 23 households (51.1%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 3 (75.0%) | 23 (51.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (41.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3 (11.1%) | 30 (38.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wamac
The poverty data for Wamac shows that 11 of the married-couple family households (11.6%) and 33 of the single-parent households (31.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 26 household (53.1%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 4 (6.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (53.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (28.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 11 (11.6%) | 33 (31.1%) |
Employment Characteristics in Wamac
Employment by Class of Employer in Wamac
Among the 301 employed individuals in Wamac, private company employees (245 | 81.4%), local government employees (16 | 5.3%), and state government employees (13 | 4.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 245 | 81.4% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 6 | 2.0% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 11 | 3.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 7 | 2.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 16 | 5.3% |
| State Government Employees | 13 | 4.3% |
| Federal Government Employees | 3 | 1.0% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 301 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Wamac
According to the labor force statistics for Wamac, out of the total population over 16 years of age (683), 55.1% or 376 individuals are in the labor force, with 11.7% or 44 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 83.0% or 44 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 56.8% or 25 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 2 (5.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 41 (74.5%) | 3 (7.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 44 (83.0%) | 25 (56.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 40 (60.6%) | 6 (15.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 81 (72.3%) | 4 (4.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 69 (63.9%) | 4 (5.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 37 (44.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 39 (49.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 22 (28.6%) | 2 (9.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1 (6.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 376 (55.1%) | 44 (11.7%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wamac
According to labor force statistics for Wamac, 61.9% of individuals (310) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (501) are in the labor force, with 12.6% or 39 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 74.7% or 74 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 28.4% or 21 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 74 (74.7%) | 28 (28.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 144 (59.3%) | 29 (11.8%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 86 (58.5%) | 2 (1.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 6 (50.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 310 (61.9%) | 63 (12.6%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Wamac
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wamac are Management (31 | 9.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (18 | 5.4%), Community & Social Service (4 | 1.2%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (4 | 1.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (3 | 0.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wamac, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (83.3%), and Management (48.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 16 (51.6%) | 15 (48.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 3 (75.0%) | 1 (25.0%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 3 (75.0%) | 1 (25.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 3 (16.7%) | 15 (83.3%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 25 (44.6%) | 31 (55.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 206 (62.1%) | 126 (38.0%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Wamac are Cleaning & Maintenance (28 | 8.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (22 | 6.6%), Personal Care & Service (11 | 3.3%), Security & Protection (4 | 1.2%), and Firefighting & Prevention (4 | 1.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Wamac, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (67.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (81.8%), Food Preparation & Serving (63.6%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (32.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 8 (36.4%) | 14 (63.6%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 19 (67.9%) | 9 (32.1%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 2 (18.2%) | 9 (81.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 33 (50.8%) | 32 (49.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 206 (62.1%) | 126 (38.0%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Wamac are Sales & Related (22 | 6.6%), and Office & Administration (13 | 3.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 3 (13.6%) | 19 (86.4%) |
| Office & Administration | 5 (38.5%) | 8 (61.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 8 (22.9%) | 27 (77.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 206 (62.1%) | 126 (38.0%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Wamac are Construction & Extraction (32 | 9.6%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (21 | 6.3%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (3 | 0.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 56 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 206 (62.1%) | 126 (38.0%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Wamac are Production (60 | 18.1%), Material Moving (35 | 10.5%), and Transportation (25 | 7.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 37 (61.7%) | 23 (38.3%) |
| Transportation | 23 (92.0%) | 2 (8.0%) |
| Material Moving | 24 (68.6%) | 11 (31.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 84 (70.0%) | 36 (30.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 206 (62.1%) | 126 (38.0%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Wamac
Employment Industries in Wamac
The major employment industries in Wamac include Manufacturing (77 | 23.2%), Construction (43 | 13.0%), Retail Trade (40 | 12.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (26 | 7.8%), and Accommodation & Food Services (26 | 7.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Wamac
The Wamac industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Construction (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Public Administration (83.3%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 43 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 43 (55.8%) | 34 (44.2%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 19 (47.5%) | 21 (52.5%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 10 (66.7%) | 5 (33.3%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Educational Services | 2 (50.0%) | 2 (50.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 7 (26.9%) | 19 (73.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 1 (50.0%) | 1 (50.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 15 (57.7%) | 11 (42.3%) |
| Public Administration | 3 (16.7%) | 15 (83.3%) |
| Total | 206 (62.1%) | 126 (38.0%) |
Education in Wamac
School Enrollment in Wamac
The most common levels of schooling among the 174 students in Wamac are middle school (63 | 36.2%), high school (34 | 19.5%), and elementary school (26 | 14.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 11 | 6.3% |
| Kindergarten | 21 | 12.1% |
| Elementary School | 26 | 14.9% |
| Middle School | 63 | 36.2% |
| High School | 34 | 19.5% |
| College / Undergraduate | 19 | 10.9% |
| Graduate / Professional | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 174 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wamac
Out of a total of 174 students who are enrolled in schools in Wamac, 14 (8.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 160 (92.0%) 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 2 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 52 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 3 (50.0%) | 3 (50.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 52 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 50 (86.2%) | 8 (13.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 41 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 14 (93.3%) | 1 (6.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 160 (92.0%) | 14 (8.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wamac
Science & technology (6 | 37.5%), arts & humanities (5 | 31.2%), education (3 | 18.8%), psychology (1 | 6.2%), and social sciences (1 | 6.2%) are the most common fields of study among 16 individuals in Wamac who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 0 | 0.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Psychology | 1 | 6.2% |
| Social Sciences | 1 | 6.2% |
| Engineering | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 6 | 37.5% |
| Business | 0 | 0.0% |
| Education | 3 | 18.8% |
| Literature & Languages | 0 | 0.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 0 | 0.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 0 | 0.0% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 5 | 31.2% |
| Total | 16 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Wamac
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wamac
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Wamac are males with 2 vehicles (75, accounting for 42.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (44, making up 59.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 11 (6.3%) | 6 (4.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 72 (41.1%) | 67 (53.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 75 (42.9%) | 44 (34.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 17 (9.7%) | 3 (2.4%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (3.2%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (1.6%) |
| Total | 175 (100.0%) | 126 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Wamac
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Wamac are 10 to 14 minutes (49 commuters, 16.8%), 5 to 9 minutes (45 commuters, 15.4%), and 30 to 34 minutes (42 commuters, 14.4%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 9 | 3.1% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 45 | 15.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 49 | 16.8% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 25 | 8.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 28 | 9.6% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 18 | 6.2% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 42 | 14.4% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 14 | 4.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 8 | 2.7% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 19 | 6.5% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 18 | 6.2% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 17 | 5.8% |
Commute Time by Sex in Wamac
The most common commute times in Wamac are 10 to 14 minutes (43 commuters, 25.0%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (34 commuters, 28.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 6 (3.5%) | 3 (2.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 11 (6.4%) | 34 (28.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 43 (25.0%) | 6 (5.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 14 (8.1%) | 11 (9.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 6 (3.5%) | 22 (18.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 11 (6.4%) | 7 (5.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 18 (10.5%) | 24 (20.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 3 (1.7%) | 11 (9.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 6 (3.5%) | 2 (1.7%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 19 (11.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 18 (10.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 17 (9.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wamac
The most frequent times of departure to work in Wamac are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (32, 18.6%) for males and 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (23, 19.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 10 (5.8%) | 16 (13.3%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 32 (18.6%) | 8 (6.7%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (12.5%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 20 (11.6%) | 23 (19.2%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 25 (14.5%) | 2 (1.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 7 (4.1%) | 6 (5.0%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 24 (14.0%) | 23 (19.2%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 5 (2.9%) | 7 (5.8%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (0.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 3 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 9 (5.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 3 (1.7%) | 3 (2.5%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 27 (15.7%) | 11 (9.2%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 7 (4.1%) | 5 (4.2%) |
| Total | 172 (100.0%) | 120 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Wamac
Occupancy by Ownership in Wamac
Of the total 346 dwellings in Wamac, owner-occupied units account for 220 (63.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 126 (36.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 220 | 63.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 126 | 36.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 346 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Wamac
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 108 | 31.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 118 | 34.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 33 | 9.5% |
| 4+ Person Household | 87 | 25.1% |
| Total Housing Units | 346 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wamac
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 74 (68.5%) | 34 (31.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 78 (66.1%) | 40 (33.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 13 (39.4%) | 20 (60.6%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 55 (63.2%) | 32 (36.8%) |
| Total Housing Units | 220 (63.6%) | 126 (36.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wamac
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 38 (61.3%) | 24 (38.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 125 (72.3%) | 48 (27.8%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 51 (48.6%) | 54 (51.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wamac
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 74 | 21.4% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 51 | 14.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 62 | 17.9% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 87 | 25.1% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 56 | 16.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 9 | 2.6% |
| 85 Years and Over | 7 | 2.0% |
| Total | 346 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Wamac
Median Income by Occupancy in Wamac
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 220 (63.6%) | $41,818 |
| Renter-Occupied | 126 (36.4%) | $43,333 |
| Average | 346 (100.0%) | $42,273 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wamac
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 6 (2.7%) | 10 (7.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 3 (1.4%) | 9 (7.1%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 14 (6.4%) | 3 (2.4%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 4 (1.8%) | 3 (2.4%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 25 (11.4%) | 14 (11.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 48 (21.8%) | 22 (17.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 37 (16.8%) | 12 (9.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 51 (23.2%) | 22 (17.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 8 (3.6%) | 2 (1.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 10 (4.5%) | 23 (18.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 14 (6.4%) | 6 (4.8%) |
| Total | 220 (100.0%) | 126 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wamac
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 49 (22.3%) | 1 (0.8%) |
| $300 to $499 | 66 (30.0%) | 2 (1.6%) |
| $500 to $799 | 81 (36.8%) | 43 (34.1%) |
| $800 to $999 | 5 (2.3%) | 44 (34.9%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 13 (5.9%) | 9 (7.1%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 6 (2.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 220 (100.0%) | 126 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Wamac
Housing Structures in Wamac
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 228 | 65.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 1 | 0.3% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 117 | 33.8% |
| Total | 346 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wamac
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 154 (67.5%) | 74 (32.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 65 (55.6%) | 52 (44.4%) |
| Total | 220 (63.6%) | 126 (36.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wamac
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 2 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 13 (5.9%) | 4 (3.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 101 (45.9%) | 89 (70.6%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 91 (41.4%) | 25 (19.8%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 13 (5.9%) | 8 (6.4%) |
| Total | 220 (100.0%) | 126 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wamac
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 198 (90.0%) | 70 (55.6%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 2 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 20 (9.1%) | 43 (34.1%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (10.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 220 (100.0%) | 126 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Wamac
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 26 (11.8%) | 6 (4.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 89 (40.5%) | 87 (69.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 83 (37.7%) | 31 (24.6%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 22 (10.0%) | 2 (1.6%) |
| Total | 220 (100.0%) | 126 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Wamac
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Wamac
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 166 | 54 |
| Median Property Value | $19,100 | $35,000 |
| Median Household Income | $32,333 | $8 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $389 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $363 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wamac
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 122 (73.5%) | 33 (61.1%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 33 (19.9%) | 12 (22.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 8 (4.8%) | 3 (5.6%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 3 (1.8%) | 6 (11.1%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 166 (100.0%) | 54 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wamac
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 9 (5.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 38 (22.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 43 (25.9%) | 5 (9.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 20 (12.0%) | 5 (9.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 34 (20.5%) | 17 (31.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 6 (3.6%) | 17 (31.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 10 (6.0%) | 2 (3.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 6 (3.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 166 (100.0%) | 54 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wamac
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 154 (92.8%) | 52,500 (97,222.2%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 0 (0.0%) | 42 (77.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (22.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 9 (5.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 166 (100.0%) | 54 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wamac
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 89 (53.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 19 (11.5%) | 34 (63.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 21 (12.7%) | 4 (7.4%) |
| Total | 166 (100.0%) | 54 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Wamac
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wamac
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 99 (98.0%) | 2 (2.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 143 (98.0%) | 3 (2.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 62 (80.5%) | 15 (19.5%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 68 (70.1%) | 29 (29.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 98 (87.5%) | 14 (12.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 85 (78.7%) | 23 (21.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 157 (96.9%) | 5 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 74 (96.1%) | 3 (3.9%) |
| 75 Years and older | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 802 (89.5%) | 94 (10.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wamac
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 99 (98.0%) | 2 (2.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 143 (98.0%) | 3 (2.1%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 62 (80.5%) | 15 (19.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wamac
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 144 (86.8%) | 22 (13.3%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 307 (88.0%) | 42 (12.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 190 (88.8%) | 24 (11.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 20 (87.0%) | 3 (13.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 141 (97.9%) | 3 (2.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wamac
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 99 (98.0%) | 2 (2.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 124 (84.9%) | 19 (13.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 52 (67.5%) | 10 (13.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 58 (59.8%) | 12 (12.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 61 (54.5%) | 46 (41.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 38 (35.2%) | 47 (43.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 77 (47.5%) | 89 (54.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 74 (96.1%) | 39 (50.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 16 (100.0%) | 16 (100.0%) |
| Total | 599 (66.8%) | 280 (31.2%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wamac
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 12 (15.8%) | 3 (3.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 33 (28.9%) | 3 (5.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 76 (40.0%) | 68 (35.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8 (32.0%) | 19 (36.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3 (100.0%) | 10 (76.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Wamac
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 | 4 (3.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 27 (14.2%) | 22 (11.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2 (8.0%) | 2 (3.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (46.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 7 (9.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 7 (6.1%) | 3 (5.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 9 (4.7%) | 7 (3.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2 (8.0%) | 3 (5.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 5 (6.6%) | 3 (3.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 20 (17.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 28 (14.7%) | 36 (18.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (46.2%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 9 (7.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 47 (24.7%) | 54 (28.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 6 (24.0%) | 9 (17.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3 (100.0%) | 10 (76.9%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 16 (14.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 11 (5.8%) | 19 (9.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3 (12.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Wamac
Computing Device Access in Wamac
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 212 | 61.3% |
| Smartphone | 253 | 73.1% |
| Tablet | 158 | 45.7% |
| No Computing Device | 48 | 13.9% |
| Total | 346 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Wamac
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 3 | 0.9% |
| Broadband Home | 218 | 63.0% |
| Cellular Data Only | 49 | 14.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 12 | 3.5% |
| No Internet | 66 | 19.1% |
| Total | 346 | 100.0% |
Wamac Summary
Wamac is a small village located in Marion County, Illinois, United States. It is situated on the banks of the Kaskaskia River, approximately 25 miles east of Centralia. The population was 1,093 at the 2010 census.
History
The area that is now Wamac was first settled in the early 1800s by German immigrants. The village was originally known as "Kaskaskia Station" and was a stop on the Illinois Central Railroad. In 1871, the name was changed to Wamac, which is derived from the Native American word for "river".
The village was incorporated in 1872 and was home to a variety of businesses, including a flour mill, a sawmill, a brickyard, and a blacksmith shop. The village also had a post office, a school, and a church.
Geography
Wamac is located at 38°25'25" North, 89°2'25" West (38.423, -89.040). According to the 2010 census, the village has a total area of 0.7 square miles, all land.
Economy
The economy of Wamac is largely based on agriculture. The village is home to several farms, which produce corn, soybeans, and wheat. The village also has a few small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 1,093 people, 431 households, and 298 families residing in the village. The population density was 1,543.6 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the village was 97.3% White, 0.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median age in the village was 41.2 years. 22.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.2% were from 25 to 44; 28.2% were from 45 to 64; and 16.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 48.2% male and 51.8% female.
The median income for a household in the village was $41,250, and the median income for a family was $50,000. Males had a median income of $37,500 versus $25,000 for females. The per capita income for the village was $19,845. About 8.2% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.3% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Wamac?
Total Population of Wamac is 896.
What is the Total Male Population of Wamac?
Total Male Population of Wamac is 448.
What is the Total Female Population of Wamac?
Total Female Population of Wamac is 448.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Wamac?
There are 100.00 Males per 100 Females in Wamac.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Wamac?
There are 100.00 Females per 100 Males in Wamac.
What is the Median Population Age in Wamac?
Median Population Age in Wamac is 37.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Wamac
Average Family Size in Wamac is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Wamac
Average Household Size in Wamac is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Wamac?
Per Capita income in Wamac is $26,196.
What is the Median Family Income in Wamac?
Median Family Income in Wamac is $46,172.
What is the Median Household income in Wamac?
Median Household Income in Wamac is $42,273.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Wamac?
Income or Wage Gap in Wamac is 8.0%.
Women in Wamac earn 92.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Wamac?
Inequality or Gini Index in Wamac is 0.55.
How Large is the Labor Force in Wamac?
There are 376 People in the Labor Forcein in Wamac.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Wamac?
55.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Wamac.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Wamac?
Unemployment Rate in Wamac is 11.7%.