Dighton, KS
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Dighton Overview
703
TOTAL POPULATION
344
MALE POPULATION
359
FEMALE POPULATION
95.82
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.36
FEMALES / 100 MALES
46.6
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$37,427
PER CAPITA INCOME
$104,219
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$47,500
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
25.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
74.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
364
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
63.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
Dighton Zip Codes
Race in Dighton
The most populous races in Dighton are White / Caucasian (590 | 83.9%), Hispanic or Latino (148 | 21.0%), and Some other Race (60 | 8.5%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 40 | 5.7% |
| Black / African American | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 148 | 21.0% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 590 | 83.9% |
| Two or more Races | 13 | 1.8% |
| Some other Race | 60 | 8.5% |
| Total | 703 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Dighton
The most populous ancestries reported in Dighton are Mexican (144 | 20.5%), English (113 | 16.1%), Irish (70 | 10.0%), German (68 | 9.7%), and French (54 | 7.7%), together accounting for 63.9% of all Dighton residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| Dutch | 6 | 0.9% |
| English | 113 | 16.1% |
| European | 42 | 6.0% |
| French | 54 | 7.7% |
| German | 68 | 9.7% |
| Indian (Asian) | 18 | 2.6% |
| Irish | 70 | 10.0% |
| Italian | 18 | 2.6% |
| Lithuanian | 3 | 0.4% |
| Mexican | 144 | 20.5% |
| Portuguese | 15 | 2.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 4 | 0.6% |
| Russian | 5 | 0.7% |
| Scotch-Irish | 21 | 3.0% |
| Scottish | 8 | 1.1% |
| Swedish | 10 | 1.4% |
| Thai | 22 | 3.1% | View All 17 Rows |
Immigrants in Dighton
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Dighton came from Central America (47 | 6.7%), Latin America (47 | 6.7%), Mexico (47 | 6.7%), Asia (40 | 5.7%), and India (22 | 3.1%), together accounting for 28.9% of all Dighton residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 40 | 5.7% |
| Central America | 47 | 6.7% |
| China | 18 | 2.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 18 | 2.6% |
| India | 22 | 3.1% |
| Latin America | 47 | 6.7% |
| Mexico | 47 | 6.7% |
| South Central Asia | 22 | 3.1% | View All 8 Rows |
Sex and Age in Dighton
Sex and Age in Dighton
The most populous age groups in Dighton are 65 to 69 Years (68 | 19.8%) for men and 40 to 44 Years (47 | 13.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 16 (4.6%) | 21 (5.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 40 (11.6%) | 9 (2.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 14 (4.1%) | 29 (8.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 5 (1.5%) | 22 (6.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 14 (4.1%) | 33 (9.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 22 (6.4%) | 41 (11.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 24 (7.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 11 (3.2%) | 47 (13.1%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 26 (7.6%) | 14 (3.9%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 23 (6.7%) | 29 (8.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 30 (8.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 38 (10.6%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 68 (19.8%) | 12 (3.3%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 8 (2.3%) | 18 (5.0%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 16 (4.6%) | 1 (0.3%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 25 (7.3%) | 12 (3.3%) |
| 85 Years and over | 1 (0.3%) | 33 (9.2%) |
| Total | 344 (100.0%) | 359 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Dighton
Median Family Size in Dighton
The median family size in Dighton is 2.76 persons per family, with single male/father families (18 | 9.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.11 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (20 | 10.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.00 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 159 (80.7%) | 2.82 |
| Single Male/Father | 18 (9.1%) | 3.11 |
| Single Female/Mother | 20 (10.2%) | 2.00 |
| Total Families | 197 (100.0%) | 2.76 |
Median Household Size in Dighton
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 159 (47.3%) | 2.82 |
| Single Male/Father | 18 (5.4%) | 3.94 |
| Single Female/Mother | 20 (5.9%) | 2.00 |
| Non-family | 139 (41.4%) | - |
| Total Households | 336 (100.0%) | 2.08 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Dighton
Out of a total of 336 households in Dighton, 197 (58.6%) are family households, while 139 (41.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 108, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 139.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 139 (41.4%) |
| 2-Person Households | 108 (32.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 4 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 51 (15.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 12 (3.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 22 (6.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 197 (58.6%) | 139 (41.4%) |
Female Fertility in Dighton
Fertility by Age in Dighton
Average fertility rate in Dighton is 83.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 176.0 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 | 13 (100.0%) | 176.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 13 (100.0%) | 83.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Dighton
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Dighton
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 13 (100.0%) | 148.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 13 (100.0%) | 83.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Dighton
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in Dighton
Income Overview in Dighton
Per Capita Income in Dighton is $37,427, while median incomes of families and households are $104,219 and $47,500 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 703 | $37,427 |
| Median Family Income | 197 | $104,219 |
| Mean Family Income | 197 | $98,612 |
| Median Household Income | 336 | $47,500 |
| Mean Household Income | 336 | $72,171 |
| Income Deficit | 197 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 703 | 25.58% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 703 | 74.42¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 703 | 0.42 |
Earnings by Sex in Dighton
Average Earnings in Dighton are $38,585, $39,938 for men and $29,722 for women, a difference of 25.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 194 (47.1%) | $39,938 |
| Female | 218 (52.9%) | $29,722 |
| Total | 412 (100.0%) | $38,585 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Dighton
The most common earnings brackets in Dighton are $35,000 to $39,999 for men (48 | 24.7%) and $2,500 to $4,999 for women (31 | 14.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 18 (9.3%) | 6 (2.8%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (14.2%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (13.3%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 3 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 8 (4.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 9 (4.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (6.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 12 (6.2%) | 16 (7.3%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (6.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 48 (24.7%) | 28 (12.8%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 30 (15.5%) | 13 (6.0%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 6 (3.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (10.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 1 (0.5%) | 23 (10.5%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 16 (8.3%) | 7 (3.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 22 (11.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000+ | 21 (10.8%) | 14 (6.4%) |
| Total | 194 (100.0%) | 218 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Dighton
Average earnings in Dighton are $41,172 for men and $38,365 for women, a difference of 6.8%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $42,768, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $39,500. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $36,250, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $25,000.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $42,768 | $36,250 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $39,500 | $25,000 |
| Bachelor's Degree | - | - |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $41,172 | $38,365 |
Family Income in Dighton
Family Income Brackets in Dighton
According to the Dighton family income data, there are 85 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 43.1% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 20 | 10.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4 | 2.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 13 | 6.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 21 | 10.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 35 | 17.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 85 | 43.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 13 | 6.6% |
| $200,000+ | 6 | 3.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Dighton
2-person families (108 | 54.8%) account for the highest median family income in Dighton with $132,963 per family, while 2-person families (108 | 54.8%) have the highest median income of $66,482 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 108 (54.8%) | $132,963 |
| 3-Person Families | 4 (2.0%) | $0 |
| 4-Person Families | 51 (25.9%) | $0 |
| 5-Person Families | 30 (15.2%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 4 (2.0%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 197 (100.0%) | $104,219 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Dighton
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 11 (5.6%) | $0 |
| 1 Earner | 82 (41.6%) | $120,000 |
| 2 Earners | 77 (39.1%) | $102,969 |
| 3+ Earners | 27 (13.7%) | $0 |
| Total | 197 (100.0%) | $104,219 |
Household Income in Dighton
Household Income Brackets in Dighton
With 103 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Dighton, accounting for 30.6% of all households. In contrast, only 6 households (1.8%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 20 | 6.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 26 | 7.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 49 | 14.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 13 | 3.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 61 | 18.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 28 | 8.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 17 | 5.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 103 | 30.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 13 | 3.9% |
| $200,000+ | 6 | 1.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Dighton
The median household income in Dighton is $47,500, with the highest median household income of $113,472 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 60 households (17.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 41 households (12.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 41 (12.2%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 76 (22.6%) | $43,846 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 60 (17.9%) | $113,472 |
| 65+ Years | 159 (47.3%) | $0 |
| Total | 336 (100.0%) | $47,500 |
Poverty in Dighton
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Dighton
With 15.3% poverty level for males and 9.2% for females among the residents of Dighton, 15 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 2 males (100.0%) and 20 females (36.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 11 (68.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 8 (20.0%) | 9 (23.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 2 (14.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 14 (100.0%) | 20 (36.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 3 (6.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (8.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (15.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 52 (15.3%) | 33 (9.2%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Dighton
According to the poverty statistics in Dighton, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged under 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 | 5 (31.2%) | 21 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 32 (80.0%) | 29 (76.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 12 (85.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 35 (63.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 43 (93.5%) | 41 (100.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 11 (100.0%) | 43 (91.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 49 (100.0%) | 43 (100.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 30 (100.0%) | 38 (100.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 64 (84.2%) | 30 (100.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 38 (100.0%) | 46 (100.0%) |
| Total | 287 (84.7%) | 326 (90.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Dighton
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Dighton show that 2.5% or 4 of the total 159 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 25.0%, comprising of 4 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 108 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 35 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 12 (75.0%) | 4 (25.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 155 (97.5%) | 4 (2.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Dighton
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (100.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Dighton
The poverty data for Dighton shows that 4 of the married-couple family households (2.5%) and 20 of the single-parent households (52.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (25.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 20 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 4 (25.0%) | 20 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4 (2.5%) | 20 (52.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Dighton
Employment by Class of Employer in Dighton
Among the 349 employed individuals in Dighton, private company employees (207 | 59.3%), self-employed (not incorporated) (87 | 24.9%), and local government employees (34 | 9.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 207 | 59.3% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 4 | 1.1% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 87 | 24.9% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 9 | 2.6% |
| Local Government Employees | 34 | 9.7% |
| State Government Employees | 8 | 2.3% |
| Federal Government Employees | 0 | 0.0% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 349 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Dighton
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 22 (88.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 47 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 50 (79.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 58 (98.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 74 (80.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 9 (23.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 41 (38.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 9 (10.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 364 (63.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Dighton
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 70 (81.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 116 (72.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 245 (80.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Dighton
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Dighton are Business & Financial (49 | 13.5%), Community & Social Service (41 | 11.3%), Education Instruction & Library (32 | 8.8%), Management (13 | 3.6%), and Legal Services & Support (9 | 2.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Dighton, the most male-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Business & Financial (91.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 4 (30.8%) | 9 (69.2%) |
| Business & Financial | 45 (91.8%) | 4 (8.2%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 0 (0.0%) | 41 (100.0%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 0 (0.0%) | 32 (100.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 50 (48.1%) | 54 (51.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 182 (50.0%) | 182 (50.0%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Dighton are Healthcare Support (30 | 8.2%), Personal Care & Service (26 | 7.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (20 | 5.5%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (12 | 3.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 14 (70.0%) | 6 (30.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 14 (15.9%) | 74 (84.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 182 (50.0%) | 182 (50.0%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Dighton are Sales & Related (51 | 14.0%), and Office & Administration (19 | 5.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 22 (43.1%) | 29 (56.9%) |
| Office & Administration | 1 (5.3%) | 18 (94.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 23 (32.9%) | 47 (67.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 182 (50.0%) | 182 (50.0%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Dighton are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (36 | 9.9%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (28 | 7.7%), and Construction & Extraction (15 | 4.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 36 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 79 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 182 (50.0%) | 182 (50.0%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Dighton are , and Transportation (23 | 6.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Transportation | 16 (69.6%) | 7 (30.4%) |
| Material Moving | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 16 (69.6%) | 7 (30.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 182 (50.0%) | 182 (50.0%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Dighton
Employment Industries in Dighton
The major employment industries in Dighton include Professional & Scientific (67 | 18.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (66 | 18.1%), Educational Services (41 | 11.3%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (36 | 9.9%), and Retail Trade (24 | 6.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Dighton
The Dighton industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Manufacturing (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (98.5%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 36 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 4 (16.7%) | 20 (83.3%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Utilities | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 5 (35.7%) | 9 (64.3%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 40 (59.7%) | 27 (40.3%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Educational Services | 8 (19.5%) | 33 (80.5%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 1 (1.5%) | 65 (98.5%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 14 (70.0%) | 6 (30.0%) |
| Public Administration | 1 (20.0%) | 4 (80.0%) |
| Total | 182 (50.0%) | 182 (50.0%) |
Education in Dighton
School Enrollment in Dighton
The most common levels of schooling among the 160 students in Dighton are elementary school (46 | 28.7%), high school (42 | 26.3%), and kindergarten (25 | 15.6%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 20 | 12.5% |
| Kindergarten | 25 | 15.6% |
| Elementary School | 46 | 28.7% |
| Middle School | 21 | 13.1% |
| High School | 42 | 26.3% |
| College / Undergraduate | 6 | 3.7% |
| Graduate / Professional | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 160 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Dighton
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 49 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 43 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 160 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Dighton
Visual & performing arts (26 | 27.7%), education (25 | 26.6%), science & technology (14 | 14.9%), literature & languages (12 | 12.8%), and bio, nature & agricultural (8 | 8.5%) are the most common fields of study among 94 individuals in Dighton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 8 | 8.5% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Psychology | 0 | 0.0% |
| Social Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Engineering | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 14 | 14.9% |
| Business | 1 | 1.1% |
| Education | 25 | 26.6% |
| Literature & Languages | 12 | 12.8% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 8 | 8.5% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 26 | 27.7% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 94 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Dighton
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Dighton
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Dighton are males with 2 vehicles (66, accounting for 36.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (74, making up 39.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 14 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 23 (12.6%) | 32 (19.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 66 (36.3%) | 74 (44.3%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 28 (15.4%) | 46 (27.5%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 51 (28.0%) | 15 (9.0%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 182 (100.0%) | 167 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Dighton
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Dighton are less than 5 minutes (146 commuters, 45.2%), 5 to 9 minutes (96 commuters, 29.7%), and 30 to 34 minutes (42 commuters, 13.0%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 146 | 45.2% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 96 | 29.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 16 | 5.0% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1 | 0.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 8 | 2.5% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 6 | 1.9% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 42 | 13.0% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 8 | 2.5% |
Commute Time by Sex in Dighton
The most common commute times in Dighton are less than 5 minutes (70 commuters, 44.9%) for males and less than 5 minutes (76 commuters, 45.5%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 70 (44.9%) | 76 (45.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 25 (16.0%) | 71 (42.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 16 (10.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 8 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 6 (3.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 22 (14.1%) | 20 (12.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 8 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Dighton
The most frequent times of departure to work in Dighton are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (52, 33.3%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (40, 23.9%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (10.8%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 8 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (12.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (12.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 16 (10.3%) | 13 (7.8%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 3 (1.9%) | 4 (2.4%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 52 (33.3%) | 40 (23.9%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 28 (17.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 49 (31.4%) | 9 (5.4%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (7.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (5.4%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (13.2%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 156 (100.0%) | 167 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Dighton
Occupancy by Ownership in Dighton
Of the total 336 dwellings in Dighton, owner-occupied units account for 293 (87.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 43 (12.8%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 293 | 87.2% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 43 | 12.8% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 336 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Dighton
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 139 | 41.4% |
| 2-Person Household | 108 | 32.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 4 | 1.2% |
| 4+ Person Household | 85 | 25.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 336 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Dighton
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 96 (69.1%) | 43 (30.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 108 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 85 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 293 (87.2%) | 43 (12.8%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Dighton
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 61 (68.5%) | 28 (31.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 171 (91.9%) | 15 (8.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 41 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Dighton
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 88 | 26.2% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 29 | 8.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 38 | 11.3% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 22 | 6.6% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 88 | 26.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 38 | 11.3% |
| 85 Years and Over | 33 | 9.8% |
| Total | 336 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Dighton
Median Income by Occupancy in Dighton
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 293 (87.2%) | $67,656 |
| Renter-Occupied | 43 (12.8%) | $42,344 |
| Average | 336 (100.0%) | $47,500 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Dighton
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 20 (6.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 12 (4.1%) | 14 (32.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 25 (8.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 24 (8.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 13 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 39 (13.3%) | 22 (51.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 21 (7.2%) | 7 (16.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 17 (5.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 103 (35.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 19 (6.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 293 (100.0%) | 43 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Dighton
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 83 (28.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 58 (19.8%) | 14 (32.6%) |
| $500 to $799 | 42 (14.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $999 | 12 (4.1%) | 14 (32.6%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 75 (25.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $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 | 9 (3.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 14 (4.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 293 (100.0%) | 43 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Dighton
Housing Structures in Dighton
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 315 | 93.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 14 | 4.2% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 7 | 2.1% |
| Total | 336 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Dighton
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 293 (93.0%) | 22 (7.0%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 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%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Total | 293 (87.2%) | 43 (12.8%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Dighton
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (32.6%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 100 (34.1%) | 21 (48.8%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 163 (55.6%) | 8 (18.6%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 30 (10.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 293 (100.0%) | 43 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Dighton
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 248 (84.6%) | 43 (100.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 8 (2.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 37 (12.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 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%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 293 (100.0%) | 43 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Dighton
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (32.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 93 (31.7%) | 15 (34.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 100 (34.1%) | 14 (32.6%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 100 (34.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 293 (100.0%) | 43 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Dighton
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Dighton
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 189 | 104 |
| Median Property Value | $59,900 | $156,900 |
| Median Household Income | $40,156 | $18 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $356 | $14 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,343 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Dighton
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 45 (23.8%) | 6 (5.8%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 85 (45.0%) | 22 (21.1%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 59 (31.2%) | 57 (54.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (18.3%) |
| $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 | 189 (100.0%) | 104 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Dighton
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 20 (10.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 61 (32.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 13 (6.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 20 (10.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 8 (4.2%) | 19 (18.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 17 (9.0%) | 13 (12.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 49 (25.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1 (0.5%) | 54 (51.9%) |
| Total | 189 (100.0%) | 104 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Dighton
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 104 (55.0%) | 133,426 (128,294.2%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 12 (6.4%) | 77 (74.0%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 12 (6.4%) | 13 (12.5%) |
| 4.0x or more | 61 (32.3%) | 14 (13.5%) |
| Total | 189 (100.0%) | 104 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Dighton
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 53 (28.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 51 (27.0%) | 6 (5.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 72 (38.1%) | 9 (8.6%) |
| Total | 189 (100.0%) | 104 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Dighton
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dighton
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 119 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 47 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 38 (43.7%) | 49 (56.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 58 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 92 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 32 (47.1%) | 36 (52.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 106 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 84 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 613 (87.8%) | 85 (12.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Dighton
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 119 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 47 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Dighton
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 115 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 76 (60.8%) | 49 (39.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 76 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 81 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 265 (88.0%) | 36 (12.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dighton
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 16 (43.2%) | 32 (86.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 31 (26.1%) | 88 (74.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 14 (29.8%) | 33 (70.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 38 (43.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 58 (100.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 18 (19.6%) | 74 (80.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 32 (47.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 106 (100.0%) | 106 (100.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 84 (100.0%) | 76 (90.5%) |
| Total | 269 (38.5%) | 537 (76.9%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Dighton
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (23.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 14 (23.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 18 (20.0%) | 19 (14.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (15.8%) | 20 (66.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 22 (57.9%) | 34 (73.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Dighton
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 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (11.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (15.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 22 (57.9%) | 33 (71.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (23.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 18 (20.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 13 (34.2%) | 12 (26.1%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 14 (23.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 18 (20.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 13 (34.2%) | 9 (19.6%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 18 (20.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (66.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 22 (57.9%) | 13 (28.3%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 18 (20.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 21 (55.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Dighton
Computing Device Access in Dighton
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 250 | 74.4% |
| Smartphone | 291 | 86.6% |
| Tablet | 210 | 62.5% |
| No Computing Device | 13 | 3.9% |
| Total | 336 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Dighton
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 233 | 69.4% |
| Cellular Data Only | 12 | 3.6% |
| Satellite Internet | 81 | 24.1% |
| No Internet | 68 | 20.2% |
| Total | 336 | 100.0% |
Dighton Summary
Dighton is a small town located in Lane County, Kansas, United States. It is situated along the banks of the Arkansas River, approximately 20 miles south of the state capital, Topeka. The population was 1,072 at the 2010 census.
History
Dighton was founded in 1887 by the Kansas Pacific Railway. The town was named after Dighton Rock, a large boulder located in nearby Berkley, Massachusetts. The rock is believed to have been inscribed by Native Americans in the 16th century.
The town was originally a farming community, but in the early 20th century, it became a center for oil production. The discovery of oil in the area led to a boom in population and economic growth. By the 1950s, Dighton had become a thriving community with a population of over 1,000.
Geography
Dighton is located at 38°45'25" North, 99°17'45" West (38.756944, -99.295833). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 0.7 square miles (1.8 km2), all of it land.
Economy
Dighton’s economy is largely based on agriculture and oil production. The town is home to several grain elevators, as well as a number of oil wells. The town also has a small manufacturing sector, with several small businesses located in the area.
Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,072 people, 441 households, and 298 families residing in the town. The population density was 1,521.2 people per square mile (586.2/km2). There were 476 housing units at an average density of 672.2 per square mile (259.3/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 97.7% White, 0.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.7% of the population.
There were 441 households, out of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.2% were married couples living together, 8.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.2% were non-families. 30.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 3.02.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 25.7% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 19.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.2 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $31,250, and the median income for a family was $37,500. Males had a median income of $27,500 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the town was $15,945. About 8.2% of families and 11.2% 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 Dighton?
Total Population of Dighton is 703.
What is the Total Male Population of Dighton?
Total Male Population of Dighton is 344.
What is the Total Female Population of Dighton?
Total Female Population of Dighton is 359.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Dighton?
There are 95.82 Males per 100 Females in Dighton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Dighton?
There are 104.36 Females per 100 Males in Dighton.
What is the Median Population Age in Dighton?
Median Population Age in Dighton is 46.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Dighton
Average Family Size in Dighton is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Dighton
Average Household Size in Dighton is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Dighton?
Per Capita income in Dighton is $37,427.
What is the Median Family Income in Dighton?
Median Family Income in Dighton is $104,219.
What is the Median Household income in Dighton?
Median Household Income in Dighton is $47,500.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Dighton?
Income or Wage Gap in Dighton is 25.6%.
Women in Dighton earn 74.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Dighton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Dighton is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Dighton?
There are 364 People in the Labor Forcein in Dighton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Dighton?
63.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Dighton.