Mahaska, KS

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Mahaska Overview

49
TOTAL POPULATION
28
MALE POPULATION
21
FEMALE POPULATION
133.33
MALES / 100 FEMALES
75.00
FEMALES / 100 MALES
50.8
MEDIAN AGE
1.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,786
PER CAPITA INCOME
$46,719
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
27.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
72.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.39
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
25
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

Mahaska Zip Codes

Mahaska Area Codes

Race in Mahaska

The most populous races in Mahaska are , and White / Caucasian (49 | 100.0%).
Race in Mahaska
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian49100.0%
Two or more Races00.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total49100.0%

Ancestry in Mahaska

The most populous ancestries reported in Mahaska are German (25 | 51.0%), Czech (6 | 12.2%), English (3 | 6.1%), Irish (3 | 6.1%), and Norwegian (3 | 6.1%), together accounting for 81.6% of all Mahaska residents.
Ancestry in Mahaska
Ancestry# Population% Population
British12.0%
Czech612.2%
Dutch12.0%
English36.1%
German2551.0%
Irish36.1%
Norwegian36.1%
Romanian24.1%
Scotch-Irish24.1%
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Immigrants in Mahaska

Immigrants in Mahaska
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Mahaska

Sex and Age in Mahaska

The most populous age groups in Mahaska are 45 to 49 Years (12 | 42.9%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (4 | 19.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Mahaska
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years0 (0.0%)2 (9.5%)
10 to 14 Years1 (3.6%)1 (4.8%)
15 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years1 (3.6%)2 (9.5%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Years0 (0.0%)2 (9.5%)
40 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 49 Years12 (42.9%)2 (9.5%)
50 to 54 Years9 (32.1%)4 (19.1%)
55 to 59 Years3 (10.7%)4 (19.1%)
60 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)1 (4.8%)
65 to 69 Years1 (3.6%)1 (4.8%)
70 to 74 Years1 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 to 79 Years0 (0.0%)1 (4.8%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)1 (4.8%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total28 (100.0%)21 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Mahaska

Median Family Size in Mahaska

Median Family Size in Mahaska
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple18 (94.7%)1.67
Single Male/Father1 (5.3%)5.00
Single Female/Mother0 (0.0%)-
Total Families19 (100.0%)1.84

Median Household Size in Mahaska

Median Household Size in Mahaska
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple18 (62.1%)1.67
Single Male/Father1 (3.5%)7.00
Single Female/Mother0 (0.0%)-
Non-family10 (34.5%)1.20
Total Households29 (100.0%)1.69

Household Size by Marriage Status in Mahaska

Out of a total of 29 households in Mahaska, 19 (65.5%) are family households, while 10 (34.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 18, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 8.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Mahaska
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-8 (27.6%)
2-Person Households18 (62.1%)2 (6.9%)
3-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households1 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total19 (65.5%)10 (34.5%)

Female Fertility in Mahaska

Fertility by Age in Mahaska

Female Fertility by Age in Mahaska
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mahaska

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mahaska
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Mahaska

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Mahaska
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mahaska

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

Income in Mahaska

Income Overview in Mahaska

CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income49$34,786
Median Family Income19$0
Mean Family Income19$67,553
Median Household Income29$46,719
Mean Household Income29$59,221
Income Deficit19$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)4927.81%
Wage / Income Gap ($)4972.19¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index490.39

Earnings by Sex in Mahaska

Average Earnings in Mahaska are $46,625, $46,750 for men and $33,750 for women, a difference of 27.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Mahaska
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male20 (74.1%)$46,750
Female7 (25.9%)$33,750
Total27 (100.0%)$46,625

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mahaska

The most common earnings brackets in Mahaska are $45,000 to $49,999 for men (10 | 50.0%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (2 | 28.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mahaska
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less1 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4991 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)1 (14.3%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9991 (5.0%)2 (28.6%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)1 (14.3%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99910 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)1 (14.3%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9996 (30.0%)2 (28.6%)
$100,000+1 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total20 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mahaska

Average earnings in Mahaska are $46,750 for men and $33,750 for women, a difference of 27.8%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $46,375, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $46,375. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $26,250, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $26,250.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mahaska
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$46,375$0
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$46,750$33,750

Family Income in Mahaska

Family Income Brackets in Mahaska

According to the Mahaska family income data, there are 6 families falling into the less than $10,000 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 31.6% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Mahaska
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000631.6%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,999210.5%
$35,000 to $49,99900.0%
$50,000 to $74,99900.0%
$75,000 to $99,999421.1%
$100,000 to $149,999631.6%
$150,000 to $199,99915.3%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mahaska

2-person families (18 | 94.7%) account for the highest median family income in Mahaska with $85,000 per family, while 2-person families (18 | 94.7%) have the highest median income of $42,500 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mahaska
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families18 (94.7%)$85,000
3-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
4-Person Families1 (5.3%)$0
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total19 (100.0%)$0

Family Income by Number of Earners in Mahaska

Family Income by Number of Earners in Mahaska
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners7 (36.8%)$0
1 Earner7 (36.8%)$0
2 Earners5 (26.3%)$0
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total19 (100.0%)$0

Household Income in Mahaska

Household Income Brackets in Mahaska

With 8 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Mahaska, accounting for 27.6% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Mahaska
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000620.7%
$10,000 to $14,99913.4%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,99926.9%
$35,000 to $49,999827.6%
$50,000 to $74,99913.4%
$75,000 to $99,999413.8%
$100,000 to $149,999620.7%
$150,000 to $199,99913.4%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Mahaska

Household Income by Householder Age in Mahaska
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years1 (3.5%)$0
45 to 64 Years24 (82.8%)$0
65+ Years4 (13.8%)$0
Total29 (100.0%)$46,719

Poverty in Mahaska

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mahaska

With 28.6% poverty level for males and 42.9% for females among the residents of Mahaska, 6 to 11 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 1 males (100.0%) and 3 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mahaska
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years1 (100.0%)3 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years6 (28.6%)5 (83.3%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)1 (50.0%)
Total8 (28.6%)9 (42.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mahaska

According to the poverty statistics in Mahaska, males aged 55 to 64 years and females aged 25 to 34 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mahaska
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years15 (71.4%)1 (16.7%)
55 to 64 Years3 (100.0%)5 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (100.0%)1 (100.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)1 (50.0%)
Total20 (71.4%)12 (57.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mahaska

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Mahaska show that 33.3% or 6 of the total 18 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 33.3%, comprising of 6 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 33.3%, which includes 6 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mahaska
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children12 (66.7%)6 (33.3%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (66.7%)6 (33.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mahaska

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mahaska
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

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

The poverty data for Mahaska shows that 6 of the married-couple family households (33.3%) and 1 of the single-parent households (100.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (33.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 1 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Mahaska
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children6 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (33.3%)1 (100.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Mahaska

Employment by Class of Employer in Mahaska

Among the 25 employed individuals in Mahaska, private company employees (23 | 92.0%), self-employed (incorporated) (1 | 4.0%), and local government employees (1 | 4.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Mahaska
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2392.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)14.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)00.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees14.0%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total25100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Mahaska

Employment Status by Age in Mahaska
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years15 (55.6%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years4 (57.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years1 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total25 (55.6%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mahaska

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mahaska
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School1 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma11 (68.8%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2 (28.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total24 (60.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Mahaska

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mahaska are Management (8 | 32.0%), Community & Social Service (1 | 4.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (1 | 4.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Mahaska

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Mahaska
OccupationMaleFemale
Management8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)8 (88.9%)1 (11.1%)
Total (Overall)19 (76.0%)6 (24.0%)

Services Occupations

Services Occupations in Mahaska

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Mahaska
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)19 (76.0%)6 (24.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Mahaska are Office & Administration (3 | 12.0%), and Sales & Related (1 | 4.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Mahaska

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Mahaska
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Total (Category)1 (25.0%)3 (75.0%)
Total (Overall)19 (76.0%)6 (24.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Mahaska are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (6 | 24.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (3 | 12.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Mahaska

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Mahaska
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)19 (76.0%)6 (24.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Mahaska are , and Production (3 | 12.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Mahaska

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Mahaska
OccupationMaleFemale
Production1 (33.3%)2 (66.7%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)1 (33.3%)2 (66.7%)
Total (Overall)19 (76.0%)6 (24.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Mahaska

Employment Industries in Mahaska

The major employment industries in Mahaska include Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (9 | 36.0%), Construction (6 | 24.0%), Manufacturing (4 | 16.0%), Retail Trade (3 | 12.0%), and Wholesale Trade (1 | 4.0%).
Employment Industries in Mahaska

Employment Industries by Sex in Mahaska

The Mahaska industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Educational Services (100.0%), and Retail Trade (66.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Mahaska
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)
Wholesale Trade1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade1 (33.3%)2 (66.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total19 (76.0%)6 (24.0%)

Education in Mahaska

School Enrollment in Mahaska

The most common levels of schooling among the 4 students in Mahaska are elementary school (3 | 75.0%), and middle school (1 | 25.0%).
School Enrollment in Mahaska
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School375.0%
Middle School125.0%
High School00.0%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total4100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mahaska

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mahaska
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mahaska

Business (6 | 75.0%), and education (2 | 25.0%) are the most common fields of study among 8 individuals in Mahaska who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mahaska
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business675.0%
Education225.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total8100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Mahaska

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mahaska

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Mahaska are males with 3 vehicles (12, accounting for 63.2%) and females with 3 vehicles (4, making up 200.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mahaska
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles7 (36.8%)2 (33.3%)
3 Vehicles12 (63.2%)4 (66.7%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total19 (100.0%)6 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Mahaska

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Mahaska are 10 to 14 minutes (9 commuters, 37.5%), 60 to 89 minutes (6 commuters, 25.0%), and 30 to 34 minutes (5 commuters, 20.8%).
Commute Time in Mahaska
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes28.3%
10 to 14 Minutes937.5%
15 to 19 Minutes00.0%
20 to 24 Minutes28.3%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes520.8%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes625.0%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Mahaska

The most common commute times in Mahaska are 10 to 14 minutes (9 commuters, 50.0%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (4 commuters, 66.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Mahaska
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes2 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes9 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)2 (33.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes1 (5.6%)4 (66.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes6 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mahaska

The most frequent times of departure to work in Mahaska are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (8, 44.4%) for males and 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (4, 66.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mahaska
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM8 (44.4%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM3 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM6 (33.3%)4 (66.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM1 (5.6%)2 (33.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total18 (100.0%)6 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Mahaska

Occupancy by Ownership in Mahaska

Of the total 29 dwellings in Mahaska, owner-occupied units account for 29 (100.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 0 (0.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Mahaska
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units29100.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units00.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units29100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Mahaska

Occupancy by Household Size in Mahaska
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household827.6%
2-Person Household2069.0%
3-Person Household00.0%
4+ Person Household13.5%
Total Housing Units29100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mahaska

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mahaska
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2-Person Household20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Household0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mahaska

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mahaska
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College/Associate Degree8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mahaska

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mahaska
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years13.5%
35 to 44 Years00.0%
45 to 54 Years2172.4%
55 to 64 Years310.3%
65 to 74 Years26.9%
75 to 84 Years26.9%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total29100.0%

Housing Finances in Mahaska

Median Income by Occupancy in Mahaska

Median Income by Occupancy in Mahaska
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied29 (100.0%)$46,719
Renter-Occupied0 (0.0%)$0
Average29 (100.0%)$46,719

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mahaska

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mahaska
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9996 (20.7%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9991 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9992 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9998 (27.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9991 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9994 (13.8%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9996 (20.7%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more1 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mahaska

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mahaska
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3006 (20.7%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49910 (34.5%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79910 (34.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $9991 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,4992 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Mahaska

Housing Structures in Mahaska

Housing Structures in Mahaska
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached29100.0%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total29100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mahaska

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mahaska
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mahaska

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mahaska
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms13 (44.8%)0 (0.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms3 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms13 (44.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mahaska

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mahaska
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas20 (69.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas1 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity1 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene1 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels6 (20.7%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Mahaska

Household Vehicle Usage in Mahaska
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle6 (20.7%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles10 (34.5%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles13 (44.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Mahaska

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Mahaska

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units209
Median Property Value--
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$414$0
Real Estate Taxes$800$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mahaska

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mahaska
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00011 (55.0%)6 (66.7%)
$50,000 to $99,9999 (45.0%)3 (33.3%)
$100,000 to $299,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total20 (100.0%)9 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mahaska

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mahaska
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0006 (30.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9991 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9992 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9992 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9991 (5.0%)6 (66.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9991 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9996 (30.0%)3 (33.3%)
$150,000 or more1 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total20 (100.0%)9 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mahaska

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mahaska
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x18 (90.0%)46,875 (520,833.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x1 (5.0%)9 (100.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4.0x or more1 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total20 (100.0%)9 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mahaska

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mahaska
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80010 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4998 (40.0%)6 (66.7%)
$800 to $1,4992 (10.0%)3 (33.3%)
Total20 (100.0%)9 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Mahaska

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mahaska

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mahaska
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years2 (66.7%)1 (33.3%)
35 to 44 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years25 (92.6%)2 (7.4%)
55 to 64 Years8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total46 (93.9%)3 (6.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mahaska

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mahaska
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mahaska

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mahaska
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00010 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99911 (84.6%)2 (15.4%)
$50,000 to $74,9996 (85.7%)1 (14.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9997 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mahaska

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mahaska
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years2 (66.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years4 (14.8%)25 (92.6%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years3 (100.0%)3 (100.0%)
75 Years and over2 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total15 (30.6%)40 (81.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mahaska

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mahaska
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)8 (61.5%)
65 to 74 Years1 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)1 (50.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Mahaska

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Mahaska: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Mahaska: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)3 (23.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Mahaska: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)5 (38.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Mahaska: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)6 (46.2%)
65 to 74 Years1 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Mahaska: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)3 (23.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Mahaska

Computing Device Access in Mahaska

Computing Device Access in Mahaska
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1758.6%
Smartphone1655.2%
Tablet724.1%
No Computing Device1241.4%
Total29100.0%

Internet Access in Mahaska

Internet Access in Mahaska
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1655.2%
Cellular Data Only13.5%
Satellite Internet13.5%
No Internet1241.4%
Total29100.0%

Mahaska Summary

History

The area now known as Mahaska, Kansas was first settled in the late 1800s by a group of German immigrants. The town was originally called “New Berlin” and was located in the northern part of the state. The town was founded in 1887 and was named after the German city of Berlin. The town was officially incorporated in 1891 and the name was changed to Mahaska, which is a Native American word meaning “beautiful”.
The town grew quickly and by the early 1900s, it had become a thriving agricultural community. The town was home to several businesses, including a bank, a hotel, a general store, a blacksmith shop, and a post office. The town also had a school, a church, and a newspaper.
In the 1920s, the town experienced a period of growth and prosperity. The population increased from around 500 to over 1,000. The town was home to several businesses, including a movie theater, a bowling alley, and a variety of stores.
In the 1950s, the town began to decline as many of the businesses closed and the population decreased. The town was hit hard by the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl. By the 1970s, the population had dropped to around 500.
In the 1980s, the town began to experience a resurgence. The population increased to over 1,000 and the town was home to several businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant.

Geography

Mahaska is located in the northern part of Kansas, in the county of Marshall. The town is situated on the banks of the Big Blue River, which flows through the area. The town is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The climate in the area is generally mild, with hot summers and cold winters.

Economy

The economy of Mahaska is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, wheat, and soybeans. The town is also home to several businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Mahaska was 1,093. The racial makeup of the town was 97.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 1.4% from other races. The median household income was $41,250 and the median family income was $48,750. The per capita income was $19,945. The town had a poverty rate of 11.3%.

Conclusion

Mahaska, Kansas is a small town located in the northern part of the state. The town was founded in 1887 and was originally called “New Berlin”. The town experienced a period of growth and prosperity in the early 1900s, but was hit hard by the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl. In the 1980s, the town began to experience a resurgence and the population increased to over 1,000. The economy of Mahaska is largely based on agriculture and the town is home to several businesses. As of the 2010 census, the population of Mahaska was 1,093.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Mahaska?
Total Population of Mahaska is 49.
What is the Total Male Population of Mahaska?
Total Male Population of Mahaska is 28.
What is the Total Female Population of Mahaska?
Total Female Population of Mahaska is 21.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Mahaska?
There are 133.33 Males per 100 Females in Mahaska.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Mahaska?
There are 75.00 Females per 100 Males in Mahaska.
What is the Median Population Age in Mahaska?
Median Population Age in Mahaska is 50.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Mahaska
Average Family Size in Mahaska is 1.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Mahaska
Average Household Size in Mahaska is 1.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Mahaska?
Per Capita income in Mahaska is $34,786.
What is the Median Household income in Mahaska?
Median Household Income in Mahaska is $46,719.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Mahaska?
Income or Wage Gap in Mahaska is 27.8%.
Women in Mahaska earn 72.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Mahaska?
Inequality or Gini Index in Mahaska is 0.39.
How Large is the Labor Force in Mahaska?
There are 25 People in the Labor Forcein in Mahaska.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Mahaska?
55.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Mahaska.