Allen County, KS Map & Demographics
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Allen County Overview
$27,155
PER CAPITA INCOME
$69,781
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$55,059
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
36.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
63.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,928
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.39
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
12,554
TOTAL POPULATION
6,206
MALE POPULATION
6,348
FEMALE POPULATION
97.76
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.29
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
6,123
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Allen County Area Codes
Income in Allen County
Income Overview in Allen County
Per Capita Income in Allen County is $27,155, while median incomes of families and households are $69,781 and $55,059 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 12,554 | $27,155 |
| Median Family Income | 3,293 | $69,781 |
| Mean Family Income | 3,293 | $76,969 |
| Median Household Income | 4,981 | $55,059 |
| Mean Household Income | 4,981 | $65,234 |
| Income Deficit | 3,293 | $11,928 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 12,554 | 36.40% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 12,554 | 63.60¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 12,554 | 0.39 |
Earnings by Sex in Allen County
Average Earnings in Allen County are $29,917, $40,052 for men and $25,475 for women, a difference of 36.4%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 3,454 (54.6%) | $40,052 |
| Female | 2,866 (45.4%) | $25,475 |
| Total | 6,320 (100.0%) | $29,917 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Allen County
The most common earnings brackets in Allen County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (386 | 11.2%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (401 | 14.0%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 112 (3.2%) | 182 (6.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 144 (4.2%) | 129 (4.5%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 189 (5.5%) | 130 (4.5%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 102 (2.9%) | 157 (5.5%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 155 (4.5%) | 92 (3.2%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 196 (5.7%) | 116 (4.1%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 33 (1.0%) | 199 (6.9%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 47 (1.4%) | 121 (4.2%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 125 (3.6%) | 84 (2.9%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 108 (3.1%) | 185 (6.5%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 163 (4.7%) | 401 (14.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 187 (5.4%) | 143 (5.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 162 (4.7%) | 142 (5.0%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 265 (7.7%) | 147 (5.1%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 246 (7.1%) | 129 (4.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 179 (5.2%) | 158 (5.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 386 (11.2%) | 127 (4.4%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 147 (4.3%) | 59 (2.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 235 (6.8%) | 126 (4.4%) |
| $100,000+ | 273 (7.9%) | 39 (1.4%) |
| Total | 3,454 (100.0%) | 2,866 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Allen County
Average earnings in Allen County are $45,306 for men and $28,119 for women, a difference of 37.9%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $57,845, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $28,542. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $54,032, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $25,734.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $28,542 | $26,008 |
| High School Diploma | $36,183 | $25,734 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $47,838 | $26,016 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $57,845 | $46,250 |
| Graduate Degree | $52,958 | $54,032 |
| Total | $45,306 | $28,119 |
Family Income in Allen County
Family Income Brackets in Allen County
According to the Allen County family income data, there are 655 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.9% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 82 families (2.5%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 132 | 4.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 92 | 2.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 201 | 6.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 207 | 6.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 474 | 14.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 639 | 19.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 655 | 19.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 589 | 17.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 214 | 6.5% |
| $200,000+ | 82 | 2.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Allen County
7+ person families (34 | 1.0%) account for the highest median family income in Allen County with $131,667 per family, while 2-person families (1,883 | 57.2%) have the highest median income of $30,168 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,883 (57.2%) | $60,335 |
| 3-Person Families | 627 (19.0%) | $83,906 |
| 4-Person Families | 431 (13.1%) | $87,827 |
| 5-Person Families | 275 (8.4%) | $76,563 |
| 6-Person Families | 43 (1.3%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 34 (1.0%) | $131,667 |
| Total | 3,293 (100.0%) | $69,781 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Allen County
The median family income in Allen County is $69,781, with families comprising 3+ earners (340) having the highest median family income of $89,940, while families with no earners (691) have the lowest median family income of $33,281, accounting for 10.3% and 21.0% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 691 (21.0%) | $33,281 |
| 1 Earner | 1,017 (30.9%) | $59,129 |
| 2 Earners | 1,245 (37.8%) | $89,269 |
| 3+ Earners | 340 (10.3%) | $89,940 |
| Total | 3,293 (100.0%) | $69,781 |
Household Income in Allen County
Household Income Brackets in Allen County
With 966 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Allen County, accounting for 19.4% of all households. In contrast, only 90 households (1.8%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 169 | 3.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 239 | 4.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 563 | 11.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 518 | 10.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 822 | 16.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 966 | 19.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 712 | 14.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 677 | 13.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 229 | 4.6% |
| $200,000+ | 90 | 1.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Allen County
The median household income in Allen County is $55,059, with the highest median household income of $58,843 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,786 households (35.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $34,094, with 227 households (4.6%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 227 (4.6%) | $34,094 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,320 (26.5%) | $56,706 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,786 (35.9%) | $58,843 |
| 65+ Years | 1,648 (33.1%) | $48,600 |
| Total | 4,981 (100.0%) | $55,059 |
Poverty in Allen County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Allen County
With 12.6% poverty level for males and 17.7% for females among the residents of Allen County, 12 to 14 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 71 males (40.6%) and 46 females (46.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 128 (33.4%) | 95 (29.8%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 107 (18.2%) | 148 (35.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 71 (40.6%) | 46 (18.5%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 46 (46.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 24 (11.8%) | 16 (12.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 26 (4.7%) | 89 (21.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 97 (14.0%) | 152 (24.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 66 (9.1%) | 97 (14.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 118 (17.6%) | 144 (20.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 84 (10.3%) | 112 (11.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 27 (4.1%) | 112 (13.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 10 (2.5%) | 26 (4.3%) |
| Total | 758 (12.6%) | 1,083 (17.7%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Allen County
According to the poverty statistics in Allen County, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 255 (66.6%) | 224 (70.2%) |
| 5 Years | 97 (100.0%) | 78 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 481 (81.8%) | 275 (65.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 104 (59.4%) | 203 (81.5%) |
| 15 Years | 50 (100.0%) | 52 (53.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 179 (88.2%) | 115 (87.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 523 (95.3%) | 318 (78.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 596 (86.0%) | 467 (75.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 655 (90.8%) | 579 (85.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 553 (82.4%) | 566 (79.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 730 (89.7%) | 892 (88.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 631 (95.9%) | 698 (86.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 386 (97.5%) | 573 (95.7%) |
| Total | 5,240 (87.4%) | 5,040 (82.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Allen County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Allen County show that 5.4% or 125 of the total 2,334 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 45.5%, comprising of 5 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.6%, which includes 20 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,523 (94.8%) | 83 (5.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 539 (96.4%) | 20 (3.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 141 (89.2%) | 17 (10.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 6 (54.5%) | 5 (45.5%) |
| Total | 2,209 (94.6%) | 125 (5.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Allen County
According to the poverty data in Allen County, 13.3% or 36 single-father households and 31.8% or 219 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 34 households (23.6%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 51 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 2 (2.1%) | 20 (9.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 34 (23.6%) | 132 (33.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 51 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (100.0%) |
| Total | 36 (13.3%) | 219 (31.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Allen County
The poverty data for Allen County shows that 125 of the married-couple family households (5.4%) and 255 of the single-parent households (26.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (45.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 16 household (80.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 83 (5.2%) | 22 (7.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 20 (3.6%) | 166 (30.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 17 (10.8%) | 51 (63.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 5 (45.5%) | 16 (80.0%) |
| Total | 125 (5.4%) | 255 (26.6%) |
Race in Allen County
The most populous races in Allen County are White / Caucasian (11,440 | 91.1%), Two or more Races (557 | 4.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (519 | 4.1%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 99 | 0.8% |
| Black / African American | 219 | 1.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 110 | 0.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 519 | 4.1% |
| Native / Alaskan | 98 | 0.8% |
| White / Caucasian | 11,440 | 91.1% |
| Two or more Races | 557 | 4.4% |
| Some other Race | 31 | 0.3% |
| Total | 12,554 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Allen County
The most populous ancestries reported in Allen County are German (3,166 | 25.2%), American (1,676 | 13.4%), Irish (1,610 | 12.8%), English (1,352 | 10.8%), and Mexican (347 | 2.8%), together accounting for 64.9% of all Allen County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 8 | 0.1% |
| American | 1,676 | 13.4% |
| Apache | 27 | 0.2% |
| Arab | 35 | 0.3% |
| Austrian | 22 | 0.2% |
| Belgian | 9 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 3 | 0.0% |
| Blackfeet | 9 | 0.1% |
| British | 8 | 0.1% |
| Burmese | 39 | 0.3% |
| Cherokee | 145 | 1.2% |
| Chickasaw | 2 | 0.0% |
| Creek | 6 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 4 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 52 | 0.4% |
| Danish | 13 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 124 | 1.0% |
| English | 1,352 | 10.8% |
| European | 239 | 1.9% |
| French | 168 | 1.3% |
| French Canadian | 7 | 0.1% |
| German | 3,166 | 25.2% |
| German Russian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 73 | 0.6% |
| Haitian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 50 | 0.4% |
| Irish | 1,610 | 12.8% |
| Italian | 98 | 0.8% |
| Korean | 10 | 0.1% |
| Lebanese | 35 | 0.3% |
| Mexican | 347 | 2.8% |
| Native Hawaiian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 47 | 0.4% |
| Portuguese | 3 | 0.0% |
| Potawatomi | 2 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 42 | 0.3% |
| Romanian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Samoan | 37 | 0.3% |
| Scandinavian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Scotch-Irish | 105 | 0.8% |
| Scottish | 194 | 1.5% |
| Serbian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Shoshone | 12 | 0.1% |
| Sioux | 68 | 0.5% |
| Slavic | 3 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 13 | 0.1% |
| Slovene | 10 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 45 | 0.4% |
| Spanish | 34 | 0.3% |
| Subsaharan African | 8 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 272 | 2.2% |
| Swiss | 1 | 0.0% |
| Thai | 50 | 0.4% |
| Welsh | 98 | 0.8% | View All 56 Rows |
Immigrants in Allen County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Allen County came from Latin America (166 | 1.3%), Ecuador (129 | 1.0%), South America (129 | 1.0%), Asia (86 | 0.7%), and Europe (68 | 0.5%), together accounting for 4.6% of all Allen County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 86 | 0.7% |
| Canada | 16 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 5 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 32 | 0.3% |
| China | 26 | 0.2% |
| Cuba | 2 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 43 | 0.3% |
| Ecuador | 129 | 1.0% |
| England | 45 | 0.4% |
| Europe | 68 | 0.5% |
| Haiti | 3 | 0.0% |
| India | 27 | 0.2% |
| Italy | 16 | 0.1% |
| Japan | 3 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 14 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 166 | 1.3% |
| Lebanon | 7 | 0.1% |
| Mexico | 32 | 0.3% |
| Northern Europe | 49 | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 9 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 6 | 0.1% |
| South America | 129 | 1.0% |
| South Central Asia | 30 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 6 | 0.1% |
| Southern Europe | 19 | 0.2% |
| Spain | 3 | 0.0% |
| Western Asia | 7 | 0.1% | View All 27 Rows |
Sex and Age in Allen County
Sex and Age in Allen County
The most populous age groups in Allen County are 5 to 9 Years (619 | 10.0%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (556 | 8.8%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 383 (6.2%) | 326 (5.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 619 (10.0%) | 309 (4.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 241 (3.9%) | 441 (7.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 509 (8.2%) | 455 (7.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 405 (6.5%) | 324 (5.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 389 (6.3%) | 310 (4.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 318 (5.1%) | 315 (5.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 455 (7.3%) | 268 (4.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 276 (4.4%) | 415 (6.5%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 344 (5.5%) | 341 (5.4%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 327 (5.3%) | 369 (5.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 426 (6.9%) | 458 (7.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 404 (6.5%) | 556 (8.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 417 (6.7%) | 304 (4.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 242 (3.9%) | 507 (8.0%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 192 (3.1%) | 200 (3.2%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 107 (1.7%) | 229 (3.6%) |
| 85 Years and over | 152 (2.5%) | 221 (3.5%) |
| Total | 6,206 (100.0%) | 6,348 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Allen County
Median Family Size in Allen County
The median family size in Allen County is 3.03 persons per family, with single male/father families (271 | 8.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.2 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (2,334 | 70.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.00 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,334 (70.9%) | 3.00 |
| Single Male/Father | 271 (8.2%) | 3.20 |
| Single Female/Mother | 688 (20.9%) | 3.08 |
| Total Families | 3,293 (100.0%) | 3.03 |
Median Household Size in Allen County
The median household size in Allen County is 2.43 persons per household, with single male/father households (271 | 5.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.6 persons per household. non-family households (1,688 | 33.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.10 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,334 (46.9%) | 3.01 |
| Single Male/Father | 271 (5.4%) | 3.60 |
| Single Female/Mother | 688 (13.8%) | 3.29 |
| Non-family | 1,688 (33.9%) | 1.10 |
| Total Households | 4,981 (100.0%) | 2.43 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Allen County
Out of a total of 4,981 households in Allen County, 3,293 (66.1%) are family households, while 1,688 (33.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,745, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,550.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,550 (31.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,745 (35.0%) | 133 (2.7%) |
| 3-Person Households | 712 (14.3%) | 5 (0.1%) |
| 4-Person Households | 418 (8.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 339 (6.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 37 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 42 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,293 (66.1%) | 1,688 (33.9%) |
Female Fertility in Allen County
Fertility by Age in Allen County
Average fertility rate in Allen County is 60.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 144.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 90.7% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 6 (4.0%) | 13.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 137 (90.7%) | 144.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 8 (5.3%) | 7.0 |
| Total | 151 (100.0%) | 60.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Allen County
64.9% of women with births (151) in Allen County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% 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 28.5% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 98 (71.5%) | 39 (28.5%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| Total | 98 (64.9%) | 53 (35.1%) |
Fertility by Education in Allen County
Average fertility rate in Allen County is 60.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of less than high school have the highest fertility rate of 106.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the lowest fertility at 38.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 29.1% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 37 (24.5%) | 106.0 |
| High School Diploma | 39 (25.8%) | 66.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 44 (29.1%) | 38.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 19 (12.6%) | 69.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 12 (8.0%) | 86.0 |
| Total | 151 (100.0%) | 60.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Allen County
35.1% of women with births in Allen County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 34 (87.2%) | 5 (12.8%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 33 (75.0%) | 11 (25.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 98 (64.9%) | 53 (35.1%) |
Employment Characteristics in Allen County
Employment by Class of Employer in Allen County
Among the 5,637 employed individuals in Allen County, private company employees (3,414 | 60.6%), local government employees (716 | 12.7%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (496 | 8.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 3,414 | 60.6% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 158 | 2.8% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 496 | 8.8% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 349 | 6.2% |
| Local Government Employees | 716 | 12.7% |
| State Government Employees | 356 | 6.3% |
| Federal Government Employees | 138 | 2.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 10 | 0.2% |
| Total | 5,637 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Allen County
According to the labor force statistics for Allen County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (10,087), 60.7% or 6,123 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.3% or 447 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 85.5% or 623 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 55 to 59 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 11.9% or 78 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 357 (43.8%) | 32 (9.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 623 (85.5%) | 5 (0.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 581 (83.1%) | 66 (11.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 496 (78.4%) | 51 (10.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,063 (75.2%) | 105 (9.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,039 (75.2%) | 95 (9.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 658 (74.4%) | 78 (11.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 635 (66.1%) | 6 (0.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 585 (39.8%) | 7 (1.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 81 (7.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,123 (60.7%) | 447 (7.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Allen County
According to labor force statistics for Allen County, 74.9% of individuals (4,472) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (5,971) are in the labor force, with 9.0% or 402 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 88.0% or 990 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 41.4% or 101 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 244 (52.4%) | 193 (41.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,477 (72.0%) | 215 (10.5%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,760 (75.6%) | 142 (6.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 990 (88.0%) | 42 (3.7%) |
| Total | 4,472 (74.9%) | 537 (9.0%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Allen County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Allen County are Community & Social Service (639 | 11.3%), Education Instruction & Library (429 | 7.6%), Management (359 | 6.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (319 | 5.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (237 | 4.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Allen County, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (94.9%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (75.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (78.7%), Business & Financial (75.9%), and Health Technologists (71.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 230 (64.1%) | 129 (35.9%) |
| Business & Financial | 42 (24.1%) | 132 (75.9%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 168 (70.9%) | 69 (29.1%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 27 (30.3%) | 62 (69.7%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 129 (94.9%) | 7 (5.1%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 261 (40.8%) | 378 (59.2%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 55 (39.9%) | 83 (60.1%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 152 (35.4%) | 277 (64.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 54 (75.0%) | 18 (25.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 68 (21.3%) | 251 (78.7%) |
| Health Technologists | 65 (29.0%) | 159 (71.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 769 (44.5%) | 959 (55.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,128 (55.1%) | 2,546 (44.9%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Allen County are Food Preparation & Serving (332 | 5.9%), Healthcare Support (251 | 4.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (148 | 2.6%), Personal Care & Service (112 | 2.0%), and Security & Protection (62 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Allen County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (96.2%), Security & Protection (71.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (53.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (96.4%), Healthcare Support (62.5%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (48.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 94 (37.4%) | 157 (62.5%) |
| Security & Protection | 44 (71.0%) | 18 (29.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 25 (96.2%) | 1 (3.8%) |
| Law Enforcement | 19 (52.8%) | 17 (47.2%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 177 (53.3%) | 155 (46.7%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 76 (51.3%) | 72 (48.6%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 4 (3.6%) | 108 (96.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 395 (43.6%) | 510 (56.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,128 (55.1%) | 2,546 (44.9%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Allen County are Office & Administration (537 | 9.5%), and Sales & Related (512 | 9.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 265 (51.8%) | 247 (48.2%) |
| Office & Administration | 68 (12.7%) | 469 (87.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 333 (31.7%) | 716 (68.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,128 (55.1%) | 2,546 (44.9%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Allen County are Construction & Extraction (460 | 8.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (257 | 4.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (27 | 0.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 17 (63.0%) | 10 (37.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 407 (88.5%) | 53 (11.5%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 254 (98.8%) | 3 (1.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 678 (91.1%) | 66 (8.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,128 (55.1%) | 2,546 (44.9%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Allen County are Production (693 | 12.2%), Transportation (334 | 5.9%), and Material Moving (221 | 3.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 499 (72.0%) | 194 (28.0%) |
| Transportation | 300 (89.8%) | 34 (10.2%) |
| Material Moving | 154 (69.7%) | 67 (30.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 953 (76.4%) | 295 (23.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,128 (55.1%) | 2,546 (44.9%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Allen County
Employment Industries in Allen County
The major employment industries in Allen County include Manufacturing (1,041 | 18.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (850 | 15.0%), Educational Services (678 | 11.9%), Retail Trade (593 | 10.4%), and Construction (515 | 9.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Allen County
The Allen County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (94.0%), and Wholesale Trade (88.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (88.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (78.9%), and Finance & Insurance (78.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 125 (94.0%) | 8 (6.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 128 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 441 (85.6%) | 74 (14.4%) |
| Manufacturing | 775 (74.5%) | 266 (25.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 82 (88.2%) | 11 (11.8%) |
| Retail Trade | 304 (51.3%) | 289 (48.7%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 245 (86.0%) | 40 (14.0%) |
| Utilities | 26 (78.8%) | 7 (21.2%) |
| Information | 43 (71.7%) | 17 (28.3%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 40 (22.0%) | 142 (78.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 29 (35.8%) | 52 (64.2%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 26 (55.3%) | 21 (44.7%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 19 (51.3%) | 18 (48.6%) |
| Educational Services | 264 (38.9%) | 414 (61.1%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 179 (21.1%) | 671 (78.9%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 3 (11.1%) | 24 (88.9%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 152 (43.5%) | 197 (56.5%) |
| Public Administration | 100 (41.7%) | 140 (58.3%) |
| Total | 3,128 (55.1%) | 2,546 (44.9%) |
Education in Allen County
School Enrollment in Allen County
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,893 students in Allen County are elementary school (819 | 28.3%), high school (701 | 24.2%), and college / undergraduate (519 | 17.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 256 | 8.8% |
| Kindergarten | 105 | 3.6% |
| Elementary School | 819 | 28.3% |
| Middle School | 448 | 15.5% |
| High School | 701 | 24.2% |
| College / Undergraduate | 519 | 17.9% |
| Graduate / Professional | 45 | 1.6% |
| Total | 2,893 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Allen County
Out of a total of 2,893 students who are enrolled in schools in Allen County, 246 (8.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,647 (91.5%) 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 34 (30.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 118 (99.2% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 78 (69.6%) | 34 (30.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 875 (94.3%) | 53 (5.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 562 (88.9%) | 70 (11.1%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 469 (97.3%) | 13 (2.7%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 378 (88.1%) | 51 (11.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 118 (99.2%) | 1 (0.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 105 (84.7%) | 19 (15.3%) |
| 35 Years and over | 63 (94.0%) | 4 (6.0%) |
| Total | 2,647 (91.5%) | 246 (8.5%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Allen County
Education (395 | 22.1%), business (328 | 18.3%), science & technology (248 | 13.9%), arts & humanities (149 | 8.3%), and physical & health sciences (114 | 6.4%) are the most common fields of study among 1,790 individuals in Allen County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 34 | 1.9% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 94 | 5.2% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 114 | 6.4% |
| Psychology | 47 | 2.6% |
| Social Sciences | 35 | 2.0% |
| Engineering | 55 | 3.1% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 9 | 0.5% |
| Science & Technology | 248 | 13.9% |
| Business | 328 | 18.3% |
| Education | 395 | 22.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 62 | 3.5% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 102 | 5.7% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 86 | 4.8% |
| Communications | 32 | 1.8% |
| Arts & Humanities | 149 | 8.3% |
| Total | 1,790 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Allen County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Allen County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Allen County are males with 2 vehicles (1,126, accounting for 36.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (832, making up 45.4%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 69 (2.2%) | 49 (2.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 386 (12.5%) | 525 (21.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,126 (36.5%) | 832 (33.5%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 770 (25.0%) | 536 (21.6%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 379 (12.3%) | 321 (12.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 352 (11.4%) | 218 (8.8%) |
| Total | 3,082 (100.0%) | 2,481 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Allen County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Allen County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,140 commuters, 21.1%), 10 to 14 minutes (853 commuters, 15.8%), and 15 to 19 minutes (786 commuters, 14.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 686 | 12.7% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,140 | 21.1% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 853 | 15.8% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 786 | 14.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 404 | 7.5% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 378 | 7.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 444 | 8.2% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 51 | 0.9% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 86 | 1.6% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 128 | 2.4% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 208 | 3.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 231 | 4.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Allen County
The most common commute times in Allen County are 5 to 9 minutes (513 commuters, 17.1%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (627 commuters, 26.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 426 (14.2%) | 260 (10.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 513 (17.1%) | 627 (26.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 428 (14.2%) | 425 (17.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 441 (14.7%) | 345 (14.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 218 (7.2%) | 186 (7.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 186 (6.2%) | 192 (8.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 249 (8.3%) | 195 (8.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 16 (0.5%) | 35 (1.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 57 (1.9%) | 29 (1.2%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 102 (3.4%) | 26 (1.1%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 172 (5.7%) | 36 (1.5%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 201 (6.7%) | 30 (1.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Allen County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Allen County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (459, 15.2%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (462, 19.4%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 456 (15.1%) | 82 (3.4%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 108 (3.6%) | 60 (2.5%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 148 (4.9%) | 131 (5.5%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 405 (13.5%) | 148 (6.2%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 289 (9.6%) | 174 (7.3%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 323 (10.7%) | 333 (14.0%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 459 (15.2%) | 462 (19.4%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 144 (4.8%) | 260 (10.9%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 37 (1.2%) | 138 (5.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 22 (0.7%) | 76 (3.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 105 (3.5%) | 93 (3.9%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 45 (1.5%) | 76 (3.2%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 289 (9.6%) | 207 (8.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 179 (5.9%) | 146 (6.1%) |
| Total | 3,009 (100.0%) | 2,386 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Allen County
Occupancy by Ownership in Allen County
Of the total 4,981 dwellings in Allen County, owner-occupied units account for 3,626 (72.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,355 (27.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 3,626 | 72.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,355 | 27.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 4,981 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Allen County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,550 | 31.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,878 | 37.7% |
| 3-Person Household | 717 | 14.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 836 | 16.8% |
| Total Housing Units | 4,981 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Allen County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,051 (67.8%) | 499 (32.2%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,508 (80.3%) | 370 (19.7%) |
| 3-Person Household | 467 (65.1%) | 250 (34.9%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 600 (71.8%) | 236 (28.2%) |
| Total Housing Units | 3,626 (72.8%) | 1,355 (27.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Allen County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 147 (47.6%) | 162 (52.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,057 (65.5%) | 557 (34.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,521 (74.5%) | 521 (25.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 901 (88.7%) | 115 (11.3%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Allen County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 822 | 16.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 725 | 14.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 716 | 14.4% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,070 | 21.5% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 901 | 18.1% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 488 | 9.8% |
| 85 Years and Over | 259 | 5.2% |
| Total | 4,981 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Allen County
Median Income by Occupancy in Allen County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 3,626 (72.8%) | $65,864 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,355 (27.2%) | $33,164 |
| Average | 4,981 (100.0%) | $55,059 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Allen County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 84 (2.3%) | 35 (2.6%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 19 (0.5%) | 29 (2.1%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 75 (2.1%) | 165 (12.2%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 148 (4.1%) | 216 (15.9%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 68 (1.9%) | 129 (9.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 389 (10.7%) | 127 (9.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 514 (14.2%) | 306 (22.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 707 (19.5%) | 261 (19.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 659 (18.2%) | 52 (3.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 658 (18.1%) | 20 (1.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 305 (8.4%) | 15 (1.1%) |
| Total | 3,626 (100.0%) | 1,355 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Allen County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 276 (7.6%) | 39 (2.9%) |
| $300 to $499 | 876 (24.2%) | 127 (9.4%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,115 (30.7%) | 651 (48.0%) |
| $800 to $999 | 300 (8.3%) | 261 (19.3%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 734 (20.2%) | 116 (8.6%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 204 (5.6%) | 15 (1.1%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 85 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 24 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 12 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,626 (100.0%) | 1,355 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Allen County
Housing Structures in Allen County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,057 | 81.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 102 | 2.1% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 101 | 2.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 40 | 0.8% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 127 | 2.5% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 64 | 1.3% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 490 | 9.8% |
| Total | 4,981 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Allen County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,258 (80.3%) | 799 (19.7%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 53 (52.0%) | 49 (48.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 101 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 127 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 64 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 315 (64.3%) | 175 (35.7%) |
| Total | 3,626 (72.8%) | 1,355 (27.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Allen County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 69 (5.1%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 36 (1.0%) | 128 (9.5%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,240 (34.2%) | 597 (44.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,458 (40.2%) | 454 (33.5%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 892 (24.6%) | 107 (7.9%) |
| Total | 3,626 (100.0%) | 1,355 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Allen County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 2,191 (60.4%) | 894 (66.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 436 (12.0%) | 38 (2.8%) |
| Electricity | 810 (22.3%) | 399 (29.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 9 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 180 (5.0%) | 24 (1.8%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,626 (100.0%) | 1,355 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Allen County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 143 (3.9%) | 236 (17.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 843 (23.3%) | 668 (49.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,264 (34.9%) | 294 (21.7%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,376 (38.0%) | 157 (11.6%) |
| Total | 3,626 (100.0%) | 1,355 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Allen County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Allen County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,161 | 1,465 |
| Median Property Value | $91,300 | $109,000 |
| Median Household Income | $59,197 | $151 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $492 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,427 | $21 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Allen County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 527 (24.4%) | 201 (13.7%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 789 (36.5%) | 438 (29.9%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 738 (34.2%) | 779 (53.2%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 45 (2.1%) | 40 (2.7%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 33 (1.5%) | 7 (0.5%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 12 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 17 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,161 (100.0%) | 1,465 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Allen County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 47 (2.2%) | 23 (1.6%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 209 (9.7%) | 56 (3.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 267 (12.4%) | 82 (5.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 332 (15.4%) | 122 (8.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 412 (19.1%) | 182 (12.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 347 (16.1%) | 295 (20.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 393 (18.2%) | 312 (21.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 154 (7.1%) | 265 (18.1%) |
| Total | 2,161 (100.0%) | 1,465 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Allen County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,373 (63.5%) | 73,125 (4,991.5%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 373 (17.3%) | 950 (64.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 163 (7.5%) | 311 (21.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 233 (10.8%) | 78 (5.3%) |
| Total | 2,161 (100.0%) | 1,465 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Allen County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 585 (27.1%) | 54 (3.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 556 (25.7%) | 122 (8.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,014 (46.9%) | 398 (27.2%) |
| Total | 2,161 (100.0%) | 1,465 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Allen County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Allen County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 866 (98.0%) | 18 (2.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,909 (88.1%) | 257 (11.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 940 (88.5%) | 122 (11.5%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,002 (82.7%) | 210 (17.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,152 (82.5%) | 245 (17.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,243 (90.0%) | 138 (10.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,675 (92.1%) | 143 (7.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,467 (99.9%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 75 Years and older | 995 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 11,249 (90.8%) | 1,134 (9.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Allen County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 866 (98.0%) | 18 (2.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,909 (88.1%) | 257 (11.9%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 940 (88.5%) | 122 (11.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Allen County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,643 (88.0%) | 223 (11.9%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,225 (82.0%) | 487 (18.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,192 (89.8%) | 248 (10.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,819 (97.9%) | 40 (2.1%) |
| $100,000 and over | 3,118 (96.1%) | 127 (3.9%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Allen County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 506 (57.2%) | 478 (54.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 811 (37.4%) | 1,248 (57.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 142 (13.4%) | 798 (75.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 253 (20.9%) | 791 (65.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 157 (11.2%) | 1,004 (71.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 288 (20.8%) | 987 (71.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 403 (22.2%) | 1,391 (76.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,375 (93.7%) | 839 (57.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 995 (100.0%) | 611 (61.4%) |
| Total | 4,930 (39.8%) | 8,147 (65.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Allen County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 112 (10.1%) | 57 (5.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 12 (0.9%) | 193 (16.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 487 (22.1%) | 555 (23.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 177 (26.9%) | 142 (17.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 204 (51.5%) | 221 (36.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Allen County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 35 (3.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1 (0.1%) | 22 (1.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 246 (11.2%) | 58 (2.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 154 (23.4%) | 46 (5.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 125 (31.6%) | 114 (19.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 4 (0.3%) | 95 (8.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 59 (2.7%) | 252 (10.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 17 (2.6%) | 35 (4.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 62 (15.7%) | 36 (6.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 92 (8.3%) | 57 (5.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 7 (0.5%) | 134 (11.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 187 (8.5%) | 287 (12.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 74 (11.3%) | 13 (1.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 33 (8.3%) | 47 (7.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 2 (0.2%) | 23 (2.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 259 (11.7%) | 290 (12.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 106 (16.1%) | 85 (10.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 56 (14.1%) | 165 (27.6%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 44 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 2 (0.2%) | 21 (1.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 66 (3.0%) | 128 (5.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 78 (11.8%) | 7 (0.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 36 (9.1%) | 60 (10.0%) |
Technology Access in Allen County
Computing Device Access in Allen County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 3,535 | 71.0% |
| Smartphone | 3,911 | 78.5% |
| Tablet | 2,769 | 55.6% |
| No Computing Device | 478 | 9.6% |
| Total | 4,981 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Allen County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 5 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 2,996 | 60.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 700 | 14.1% |
| Satellite Internet | 489 | 9.8% |
| No Internet | 930 | 18.7% |
| Total | 4,981 | 100.0% |
Allen County Summary
Allen County, Kansas is located in the southeastern corner of the state, and is bordered by Anderson, Woodson, and Bourbon counties. The county seat is Iola, and the county was named after William Allen, a former governor of Ohio. The county has a total area of 576 square miles, and a population of 13,371 as of the 2010 census.
Geography
Allen County is located in the eastern part of the Flint Hills region of Kansas. The county is mostly flat, with rolling hills in the western part. The Neosho River runs through the county, and there are several small creeks and streams. The county is mostly covered in grassland, with some wooded areas in the western part.
The climate of Allen County is humid continental, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is around 54 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average annual precipitation is around 34 inches.
Economy
The economy of Allen County is largely based on agriculture. The county is home to several large farms, and the main crops grown are corn, soybeans, wheat, and hay. The county also has a large livestock industry, with cattle, hogs, and poultry being the main animals raised.
In addition to agriculture, Allen County also has a strong manufacturing sector. The county is home to several factories that produce a variety of products, including automotive parts, furniture, and plastics. The county also has a large tourism industry, with several attractions, such as the Allen County Historical Museum and the Iola Car Show.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Allen County was 13,371. The racial makeup of the county was 95.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in Allen County was $41,945, and the median income for a family was $50,945. The per capita income for the county was $20,845. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Conclusion
Allen County, Kansas is a rural county located in the southeastern corner of the state. The county is mostly flat, with rolling hills in the western part, and is mostly covered in grassland. The economy of the county is largely based on agriculture, with a strong manufacturing sector and a large tourism industry. The population of the county is mostly white, with a small percentage of African Americans, Native Americans, Asians, and Pacific Islanders. The median income for a household in Allen County is slightly above the state average, and the poverty rate is slightly below the state average.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Allen County?
Per Capita income in Allen County is $27,155.
What is the Median Family Income in Allen County?
Median Family Income in Allen County is $69,781.
What is the Median Household income in Allen County?
Median Household Income in Allen County is $55,059.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Allen County?
Income or Wage Gap in Allen County is 36.4%.
Women in Allen County earn 63.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Allen County?
Family Income Deficit in Allen County is $11,928.
Families that are below poverty line in Allen County earn $11,928 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Allen County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Allen County is 0.39.
What is the Total Population of Allen County?
Total Population of Allen County is 12,554.
What is the Total Male Population of Allen County?
Total Male Population of Allen County is 6,206.
What is the Total Female Population of Allen County?
Total Female Population of Allen County is 6,348.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Allen County?
There are 97.76 Males per 100 Females in Allen County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Allen County?
There are 102.29 Females per 100 Males in Allen County.
What is the Median Population Age in Allen County?
Median Population Age in Allen County is 41.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Allen County
Average Family Size in Allen County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Allen County
Average Household Size in Allen County is 2.4 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Allen County?
There are 6,123 People in the Labor Forcein in Allen County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Allen County?
60.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Allen County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Allen County?
Unemployment Rate in Allen County is 7.3%.