Paola, KS
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Paola Overview
5,742
TOTAL POPULATION
2,611
MALE POPULATION
3,131
FEMALE POPULATION
83.39
MALES / 100 FEMALES
119.92
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$36,643
PER CAPITA INCOME
$95,375
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$69,420
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
26.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
73.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,036
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
63.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Paola Zip Codes
Paola Area Codes
Race in Paola
The most populous races in Paola are White / Caucasian (5,256 | 91.5%), Two or more Races (168 | 2.9%), and Black / African American (153 | 2.7%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 77 | 1.3% |
| Black / African American | 153 | 2.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 136 | 2.4% |
| Native / Alaskan | 88 | 1.5% |
| White / Caucasian | 5,256 | 91.5% |
| Two or more Races | 168 | 2.9% |
| Some other Race | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 5,742 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Paola
The most populous ancestries reported in Paola are German (1,255 | 21.9%), English (967 | 16.8%), Irish (957 | 16.7%), American (272 | 4.7%), and Scottish (176 | 3.1%), together accounting for 63.2% of all Paola residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 272 | 4.7% |
| Cuban | 1 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 30 | 0.5% |
| English | 967 | 16.8% |
| European | 109 | 1.9% |
| French | 23 | 0.4% |
| German | 1,255 | 21.9% |
| Greek | 17 | 0.3% |
| Icelander | 15 | 0.3% |
| Indian (Asian) | 77 | 1.3% |
| Irish | 957 | 16.7% |
| Iroquois | 8 | 0.1% |
| Italian | 40 | 0.7% |
| Mexican | 42 | 0.7% |
| Norwegian | 140 | 2.4% |
| Polish | 49 | 0.9% |
| Russian | 16 | 0.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 48 | 0.8% |
| Scottish | 176 | 3.1% |
| Somali | 2 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 20 | 0.4% |
| Spanish | 73 | 1.3% |
| Subsaharan African | 2 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 115 | 2.0% |
| Swiss | 16 | 0.3% |
| Welsh | 15 | 0.3% | View All 26 Rows |
Immigrants in Paola
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Paola came from Asia (77 | 1.3%), China (77 | 1.3%), and Eastern Asia (77 | 1.3%), together accounting for 4.0% of all Paola residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 77 | 1.3% |
| China | 77 | 1.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 77 | 1.3% | View All 3 Rows |
Sex and Age in Paola
Sex and Age in Paola
The most populous age groups in Paola are 60 to 64 Years (242 | 9.3%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (366 | 11.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 78 (3.0%) | 124 (4.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 160 (6.1%) | 130 (4.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 208 (8.0%) | 228 (7.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 173 (6.6%) | 248 (7.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 239 (9.1%) | 327 (10.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 105 (4.0%) | 56 (1.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 158 (6.0%) | 187 (6.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 222 (8.5%) | 24 (0.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 216 (8.3%) | 255 (8.1%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 140 (5.4%) | 132 (4.2%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 101 (3.9%) | 83 (2.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 214 (8.2%) | 366 (11.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 242 (9.3%) | 183 (5.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 63 (2.4%) | 245 (7.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 105 (4.0%) | 143 (4.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 96 (3.7%) | 230 (7.3%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 18 (0.7%) | 71 (2.3%) |
| 85 Years and over | 73 (2.8%) | 99 (3.2%) |
| Total | 2,611 (100.0%) | 3,131 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Paola
Median Family Size in Paola
The median family size in Paola is 3.24 persons per family, with single male/father families (55 | 4.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.51 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (1,047 | 82.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.19 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,047 (82.7%) | 3.19 |
| Single Male/Father | 55 (4.3%) | 3.51 |
| Single Female/Mother | 164 (13.0%) | 3.49 |
| Total Families | 1,266 (100.0%) | 3.24 |
Median Household Size in Paola
The median household size in Paola is 2.29 persons per household, with single male/father households (55 | 2.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.73 persons per household. non-family households (1,117 | 46.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,047 (43.9%) | 3.20 |
| Single Male/Father | 55 (2.3%) | 3.73 |
| Single Female/Mother | 164 (6.9%) | 3.67 |
| Non-family | 1,117 (46.9%) | 1.17 |
| Total Households | 2,383 (100.0%) | 2.29 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Paola
Out of a total of 2,383 households in Paola, 1,266 (53.1%) are family households, while 1,117 (46.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 614, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 858.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 858 (36.0%) |
| 2-Person Households | 614 (25.8%) | 220 (9.2%) |
| 3-Person Households | 149 (6.2%) | 39 (1.6%) |
| 4-Person Households | 331 (13.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 112 (4.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 60 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,266 (53.1%) | 1,117 (46.9%) |
Female Fertility in Paola
Fertility by Age in Paola
Average fertility rate in Paola is 10.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 28.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 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 | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 12 (100.0%) | 28.0 |
| Total | 12 (100.0%) | 10.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Paola
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Paola
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 12 (100.0%) | 63.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 12 (100.0%) | 10.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Paola
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
Income in Paola
Income Overview in Paola
Per Capita Income in Paola is $36,643, while median incomes of families and households are $95,375 and $69,420 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 5,742 | $36,643 |
| Median Family Income | 1,266 | $95,375 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,266 | $116,177 |
| Median Household Income | 2,383 | $69,420 |
| Mean Household Income | 2,383 | $87,407 |
| Income Deficit | 1,266 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 5,742 | 26.84% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 5,742 | 73.16¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 5,742 | 0.40 |
Earnings by Sex in Paola
Average Earnings in Paola are $41,116, $50,708 for men and $37,097 for women, a difference of 26.8%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,419 (46.2%) | $50,708 |
| Female | 1,653 (53.8%) | $37,097 |
| Total | 3,072 (100.0%) | $41,116 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Paola
The most common earnings brackets in Paola are $100,000+ for men (244 | 17.2%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (277 | 16.8%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 10 (0.7%) | 15 (0.9%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 46 (3.2%) | 37 (2.2%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (1.6%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 166 (10.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 15 (1.1%) | 120 (7.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 15 (1.1%) | 55 (3.3%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 102 (7.2%) | 28 (1.7%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 69 (4.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 32 (1.9%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 55 (3.9%) | 36 (2.2%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 95 (6.7%) | 46 (2.8%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 81 (5.7%) | 163 (9.9%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 96 (6.8%) | 173 (10.5%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 98 (6.9%) | 277 (16.8%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 19 (1.3%) | 68 (4.1%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 48 (3.4%) | 36 (2.2%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 146 (10.3%) | 66 (4.0%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 220 (15.5%) | 70 (4.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 60 (4.2%) | 142 (8.6%) |
| $100,000+ | 244 (17.2%) | 96 (5.8%) |
| Total | 1,419 (100.0%) | 1,653 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Paola
Average earnings in Paola are $58,363 for men and $41,732 for women, a difference of 28.5%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $70,205, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $41,270. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $41,360, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $36,175.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $51,375 | $41,360 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $70,205 | $36,175 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $41,270 | $38,792 |
| Graduate Degree | $59,306 | $0 |
| Total | $58,363 | $41,732 |
Family Income in Paola
Family Income Brackets in Paola
According to the Paola family income data, there are 298 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.5% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 22 | 1.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1 | 0.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 60 | 4.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 124 | 9.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 244 | 19.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 200 | 15.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 298 | 23.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 186 | 14.7% |
| $200,000+ | 133 | 10.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Paola
4-person families (327 | 25.8%) account for the highest median family income in Paola with $118,583 per family, while 2-person families (640 | 50.5%) have the highest median income of $40,903 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 640 (50.5%) | $81,806 |
| 3-Person Families | 136 (10.7%) | $69,889 |
| 4-Person Families | 327 (25.8%) | $118,583 |
| 5-Person Families | 103 (8.1%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 60 (4.7%) | $101,053 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,266 (100.0%) | $95,375 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Paola
The median family income in Paola is $95,375, with families comprising 2 earners (646) having the highest median family income of $112,052, while families with no earners (220) have the lowest median family income of $58,500, accounting for 51.0% and 17.4% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 220 (17.4%) | $58,500 |
| 1 Earner | 225 (17.8%) | $69,191 |
| 2 Earners | 646 (51.0%) | $112,052 |
| 3+ Earners | 175 (13.8%) | $104,402 |
| Total | 1,266 (100.0%) | $95,375 |
Household Income in Paola
Household Income Brackets in Paola
With 486 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Paola, accounting for 20.4% of all households. In contrast, only 31 households (1.3%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 31 | 1.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 88 | 3.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 110 | 4.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 203 | 8.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 417 | 17.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 486 | 20.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 262 | 11.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 469 | 19.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 186 | 7.8% |
| $200,000+ | 133 | 5.6% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Paola
The median household income in Paola is $69,420, with the highest median household income of $101,862 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 482 households (20.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $55,227, with 764 households (32.1%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 270 (11.3%) | $68,480 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 482 (20.2%) | $101,862 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 867 (36.4%) | $68,952 |
| 65+ Years | 764 (32.1%) | $55,227 |
| Total | 2,383 (100.0%) | $69,420 |
Poverty in Paola
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Paola
With 7.1% poverty level for males and 5.3% for females among the residents of Paola, 18 to 24 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 64 males (26.8%) and 70 females (18.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 7 (3.6%) | 16 (8.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 64 (26.8%) | 10 (2.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (5.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 71 (16.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 17 (3.9%) | 40 (7.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 16 (11.3%) | 14 (3.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2 (1.1%) | 70 (18.4%) |
| Total | 177 (7.1%) | 163 (5.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Paola
According to the poverty statistics in Paola, males aged under 5 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 | 78 (100.0%) | 124 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 59 (100.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 185 (96.4%) | 171 (91.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 82 (100.0%) | 156 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 48 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 164 (100.0%) | 56 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 175 (73.2%) | 455 (97.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 263 (100.0%) | 230 (94.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 361 (83.6%) | 279 (100.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 216 (100.0%) | 210 (100.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 420 (96.1%) | 509 (92.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 126 (88.7%) | 357 (96.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 176 (98.9%) | 310 (81.6%) |
| Total | 2,305 (92.9%) | 2,920 (94.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Paola
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Paola show that 0.8% or 8 of the total 1,047 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 7.0%, comprising of 8 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 | 614 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 318 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 107 (93.0%) | 8 (7.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,039 (99.2%) | 8 (0.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Paola
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (33.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (8.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Paola
The poverty data for Paola shows that 8 of the married-couple family households (0.8%) and 14 of the single-parent households (6.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (7.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 household (16.1%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (16.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 8 (7.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8 (0.8%) | 14 (6.4%) |
Employment Characteristics in Paola
Employment by Class of Employer in Paola
Among the 2,931 employed individuals in Paola, private company employees (2,159 | 73.7%), local government employees (354 | 12.1%), and self-employed (incorporated) (140 | 4.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,159 | 73.7% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 140 | 4.8% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 115 | 3.9% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 104 | 3.5% |
| Local Government Employees | 354 | 12.1% |
| State Government Employees | 36 | 1.2% |
| Federal Government Employees | 23 | 0.8% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 2,931 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Paola
According to the labor force statistics for Paola, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,766), 63.7% or 3,036 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.8% or 55 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 161 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.7% or 14 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 131 (35.1%) | 14 (10.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 490 (86.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 161 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 318 (92.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 589 (82.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 347 (76.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 499 (86.0%) | 42 (8.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 285 (67.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 60 (10.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 155 (26.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,036 (63.7%) | 55 (1.8%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Paola
According to labor force statistics for Paola, 81.9% of individuals (2,198) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,684) are in the labor force, with 1.9% or 42 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 90.6% or 577 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.3% or 42 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 180 (65.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 800 (79.1%) | 54 (5.3%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 642 (84.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 577 (90.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,198 (81.9%) | 51 (1.9%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Paola
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Paola are Management (390 | 13.1%), Community & Social Service (293 | 9.8%), Education Instruction & Library (216 | 7.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (205 | 6.9%), and Health Technologists (95 | 3.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Paola, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Business & Financial (84.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (79.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 194 (49.7%) | 196 (50.3%) |
| Business & Financial | 39 (84.8%) | 7 (15.2%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 35 (72.9%) | 13 (27.1%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 16 (55.2%) | 13 (44.8%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 108 (36.9%) | 185 (63.1%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 19 (59.4%) | 13 (40.6%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 44 (20.4%) | 172 (79.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 45 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 205 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 95 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 376 (38.3%) | 606 (61.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,410 (47.3%) | 1,569 (52.7%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Paola are Food Preparation & Serving (232 | 7.8%), Healthcare Support (145 | 4.9%), Personal Care & Service (78 | 2.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (31 | 1.0%), and Security & Protection (26 | 0.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Paola, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (84.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 145 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 37 (16.0%) | 195 (84.1%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 78 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 94 (18.4%) | 418 (81.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,410 (47.3%) | 1,569 (52.7%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Paola are Sales & Related (341 | 11.5%), and Office & Administration (331 | 11.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 212 (62.2%) | 129 (37.8%) |
| Office & Administration | 31 (9.4%) | 300 (90.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 243 (36.2%) | 429 (63.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,410 (47.3%) | 1,569 (52.7%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Paola are Construction & Extraction (191 | 6.4%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (135 | 4.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 191 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 135 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 326 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,410 (47.3%) | 1,569 (52.7%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Paola are Material Moving (208 | 7.0%), Production (200 | 6.7%), and Transportation (79 | 2.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 181 (90.5%) | 19 (9.5%) |
| Transportation | 79 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 111 (53.4%) | 97 (46.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 371 (76.2%) | 116 (23.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,410 (47.3%) | 1,569 (52.7%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Paola
Employment Industries in Paola
The major employment industries in Paola include Health Care & Social Assistance (493 | 16.6%), Accommodation & Food Services (347 | 11.7%), Retail Trade (305 | 10.2%), Educational Services (300 | 10.1%), and Manufacturing (266 | 8.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Paola
The Paola industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (93.9%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 170 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 235 (88.3%) | 31 (11.7%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 0 (0.0%) | 113 (100.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 194 (63.6%) | 111 (36.4%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 123 (62.4%) | 74 (37.6%) |
| Utilities | 41 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 84 (86.6%) | 13 (13.4%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 16 (7.8%) | 189 (92.2%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 58 (66.7%) | 29 (33.3%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 122 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Educational Services | 100 (33.3%) | 200 (66.7%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 30 (6.1%) | 463 (93.9%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 104 (30.0%) | 243 (70.0%) |
| Public Administration | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,410 (47.3%) | 1,569 (52.7%) |
Education in Paola
School Enrollment in Paola
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,378 students in Paola are middle school (387 | 28.1%), high school (353 | 25.6%), and college / undergraduate (282 | 20.5%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 57 | 4.1% |
| Kindergarten | 100 | 7.3% |
| Elementary School | 176 | 12.8% |
| Middle School | 387 | 28.1% |
| High School | 353 | 25.6% |
| College / Undergraduate | 282 | 20.5% |
| Graduate / Professional | 23 | 1.7% |
| Total | 1,378 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Paola
Out of a total of 1,378 students who are enrolled in schools in Paola, 47 (3.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,331 (96.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 23 (28.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 276 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 46 (80.7%) | 11 (19.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 276 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 436 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 270 (97.5%) | 7 (2.5%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 126 (95.5%) | 6 (4.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 119 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 58 (71.6%) | 23 (28.4%) |
| Total | 1,331 (96.6%) | 47 (3.4%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Paola
Education (257 | 23.0%), business (222 | 19.9%), arts & humanities (171 | 15.3%), science & technology (127 | 11.4%), and social sciences (84 | 7.5%) are the most common fields of study among 1,118 individuals in Paola who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 41 | 3.7% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 53 | 4.7% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 15 | 1.3% |
| Psychology | 60 | 5.4% |
| Social Sciences | 84 | 7.5% |
| Engineering | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 127 | 11.4% |
| Business | 222 | 19.9% |
| Education | 257 | 23.0% |
| Literature & Languages | 0 | 0.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 35 | 3.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 17 | 1.5% |
| Communications | 36 | 3.2% |
| Arts & Humanities | 171 | 15.3% |
| Total | 1,118 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Paola
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Paola
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Paola are males with 2 vehicles (496, accounting for 35.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (540, making up 32.0%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (1.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 271 (19.6%) | 340 (21.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 496 (35.9%) | 540 (34.8%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 272 (19.7%) | 321 (20.7%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 319 (23.1%) | 310 (20.0%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 23 (1.7%) | 23 (1.5%) |
| Total | 1,381 (100.0%) | 1,550 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Paola
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Paola are 35 to 39 minutes (413 commuters, 15.2%), 5 to 9 minutes (404 commuters, 14.9%), and 30 to 34 minutes (347 commuters, 12.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 333 | 12.3% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 404 | 14.9% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 192 | 7.1% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 68 | 2.5% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 231 | 8.5% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 198 | 7.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 347 | 12.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 413 | 15.2% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 110 | 4.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 237 | 8.7% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 178 | 6.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in Paola
The most common commute times in Paola are 30 to 34 minutes (221 commuters, 18.1%) for males and 35 to 39 minutes (282 commuters, 19.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 113 (9.2%) | 220 (14.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 189 (15.4%) | 215 (14.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 95 (7.8%) | 97 (6.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 48 (3.9%) | 20 (1.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 23 (1.9%) | 208 (14.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 84 (6.9%) | 114 (7.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 221 (18.1%) | 126 (8.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 131 (10.7%) | 282 (19.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 42 (3.4%) | 68 (4.6%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 132 (10.8%) | 105 (7.1%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 146 (11.9%) | 32 (2.1%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Paola
The most frequent times of departure to work in Paola are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (258, 21.1%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (405, 27.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 54 (4.4%) | 106 (7.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 94 (7.7%) | 65 (4.4%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (0.8%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 258 (21.1%) | 143 (9.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 175 (14.3%) | 130 (8.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 129 (10.5%) | 405 (27.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 74 (6.0%) | 252 (17.0%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 169 (13.8%) | 64 (4.3%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 98 (6.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (0.7%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 57 (4.7%) | 80 (5.4%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 42 (2.8%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 115 (9.4%) | 53 (3.6%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 99 (8.1%) | 27 (1.8%) |
| Total | 1,224 (100.0%) | 1,487 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Paola
Occupancy by Ownership in Paola
Of the total 2,383 dwellings in Paola, owner-occupied units account for 1,539 (64.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 844 (35.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,539 | 64.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 844 | 35.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 2,383 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Paola
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 858 | 36.0% |
| 2-Person Household | 834 | 35.0% |
| 3-Person Household | 188 | 7.9% |
| 4+ Person Household | 503 | 21.1% |
| Total Housing Units | 2,383 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Paola
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 324 (37.8%) | 534 (62.2%) |
| 2-Person Household | 643 (77.1%) | 191 (22.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 141 (75.0%) | 47 (25.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 431 (85.7%) | 72 (14.3%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,539 (64.6%) | 844 (35.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Paola
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 225 (88.6%) | 29 (11.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 371 (55.4%) | 299 (44.6%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 499 (65.3%) | 265 (34.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 444 (63.9%) | 251 (36.1%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Paola
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 442 | 18.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 310 | 13.0% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 273 | 11.5% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 594 | 24.9% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 327 | 13.7% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 294 | 12.3% |
| 85 Years and Over | 143 | 6.0% |
| Total | 2,383 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Paola
Median Income by Occupancy in Paola
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,539 (64.6%) | $88,887 |
| Renter-Occupied | 844 (35.4%) | $44,862 |
| Average | 2,383 (100.0%) | $69,420 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Paola
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (1.5%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (2.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 65 (4.2%) | 24 (2.8%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 41 (2.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 1 (0.1%) | 67 (7.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 125 (8.1%) | 78 (9.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 118 (7.7%) | 299 (35.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 289 (18.8%) | 196 (23.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 183 (11.9%) | 79 (9.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 398 (25.9%) | 71 (8.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 319 (20.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,539 (100.0%) | 844 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Paola
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 17 (1.1%) | 49 (5.8%) |
| $300 to $499 | 206 (13.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 289 (18.8%) | 202 (23.9%) |
| $800 to $999 | 109 (7.1%) | 270 (32.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 402 (26.1%) | 280 (33.2%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 299 (19.4%) | 26 (3.1%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 114 (7.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 44 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 59 (3.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,539 (100.0%) | 844 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Paola
Housing Structures in Paola
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,882 | 79.0% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 28 | 1.2% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 131 | 5.5% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 135 | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 81 | 3.4% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 116 | 4.9% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 10 | 0.4% |
| Total | 2,383 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Paola
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,539 (81.8%) | 343 (18.2%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (100.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 131 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 135 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 81 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 116 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Total | 1,539 (64.6%) | 844 (35.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Paola
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 186 (22.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 15 (1.0%) | 63 (7.5%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 408 (26.5%) | 492 (58.3%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 737 (47.9%) | 87 (10.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 379 (24.6%) | 16 (1.9%) |
| Total | 1,539 (100.0%) | 844 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Paola
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 980 (63.7%) | 318 (37.7%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 45 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 514 (33.4%) | 526 (62.3%) |
| 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 | 1,539 (100.0%) | 844 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Paola
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 14 (0.9%) | 123 (14.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 405 (26.3%) | 506 (60.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 565 (36.7%) | 127 (15.0%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 555 (36.1%) | 88 (10.4%) |
| Total | 1,539 (100.0%) | 844 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Paola
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Paola
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 532 | 1,007 |
| Median Property Value | $161,300 | $191,100 |
| Median Household Income | $55,319 | $272 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $613 | $59 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,598 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Paola
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 17 (3.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 80 (15.0%) | 84 (8.3%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 370 (69.6%) | 670 (66.5%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 50 (9.4%) | 223 (22.1%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 15 (2.8%) | 30 (3.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 532 (100.0%) | 1,007 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Paola
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 106 (19.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 87 (16.4%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 52 (9.8%) | 38 (3.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 62 (11.7%) | 66 (6.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 44 (8.3%) | 227 (22.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 134 (25.2%) | 139 (13.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 47 (8.8%) | 264 (26.2%) |
| Total | 532 (100.0%) | 1,007 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Paola
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 163 (30.6%) | 102,138 (10,142.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 102 (19.2%) | 478 (47.5%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 138 (25.9%) | 329 (32.7%) |
| 4.0x or more | 129 (24.2%) | 58 (5.8%) |
| Total | 532 (100.0%) | 1,007 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Paola
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 17 (3.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 25 (4.7%) | 22 (2.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 490 (92.1%) | 182 (18.1%) |
| Total | 532 (100.0%) | 1,007 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Paola
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Paola
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 276 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 974 (98.7%) | 13 (1.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 535 (78.1%) | 150 (21.9%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 355 (78.9%) | 95 (21.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 555 (78.1%) | 156 (21.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 364 (85.5%) | 62 (14.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 855 (86.7%) | 131 (13.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 513 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 558 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,985 (89.1%) | 607 (10.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Paola
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 276 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 974 (98.7%) | 13 (1.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 535 (78.1%) | 150 (21.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Paola
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 265 (94.0%) | 17 (6.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 751 (84.0%) | 143 (16.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 849 (82.2%) | 184 (17.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 797 (87.2%) | 117 (12.8%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,196 (93.8%) | 146 (6.2%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Paola
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 7 (2.5%) | 269 (97.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 113 (11.5%) | 861 (87.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 85 (12.4%) | 471 (68.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 13 (2.9%) | 342 (76.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 83 (11.7%) | 492 (69.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 85 (20.0%) | 285 (66.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 155 (15.7%) | 729 (73.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 513 (100.0%) | 373 (72.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 558 (100.0%) | 214 (38.4%) |
| Total | 1,612 (28.8%) | 4,036 (72.2%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Paola
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 22 (4.2%) | 45 (9.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 115 (22.9%) | 91 (12.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 237 (21.8%) | 214 (20.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 17 (12.0%) | 82 (22.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 120 (67.4%) | 172 (45.3%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Paola
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 22 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 49 (4.5%) | 17 (1.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (9.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 103 (57.9%) | 107 (28.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (5.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 51 (10.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 129 (11.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 51 (13.4%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 22 (4.2%) | 45 (9.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 64 (12.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 84 (7.7%) | 65 (6.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (1.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 42 (11.1%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 64 (12.8%) | 91 (12.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 131 (12.1%) | 148 (14.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 17 (12.0%) | 66 (17.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 19 (10.7%) | 92 (24.2%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 22 (4.2%) | 8 (1.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 64 (12.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 63 (5.8%) | 23 (2.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (6.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 54 (14.2%) |
Technology Access in Paola
Computing Device Access in Paola
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,663 | 69.8% |
| Smartphone | 1,990 | 83.5% |
| Tablet | 1,186 | 49.8% |
| No Computing Device | 232 | 9.7% |
| Total | 2,383 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Paola
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 17 | 0.7% |
| Broadband Home | 1,237 | 51.9% |
| Cellular Data Only | 414 | 17.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 236 | 9.9% |
| No Internet | 515 | 21.6% |
| Total | 2,383 | 100.0% |
Paola Summary
Paola, Kansas is a small city located in Miami County, Kansas, United States. It is the county seat of Miami County and is located approximately 40 miles south of Kansas City. The population of Paola was 5,837 at the 2010 census, making it the largest city in Miami County.
History
The area that is now Paola was first settled in 1855 by a group of settlers from Ohio. The town was originally named after Chief Paola, a Potawatomi chief who had been friendly to the settlers. The town was officially incorporated in 1857.
In the late 19th century, Paola was a major stop on the Santa Fe Trail, and the town grew rapidly. By the early 20th century, Paola had become a major agricultural center, with a variety of crops being grown in the area.
Geography
Paola is located at 38°35′N 94°56′W (38.58, -94.93). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.2 square miles (10.8 km2), all of it land.
Economy
Paola’s economy is largely based on agriculture, with a variety of crops being grown in the area. The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a plastics plant and a metal fabrication plant.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 5,837 people, 2,232 households, and 1,521 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,395.2 people per square mile (538.7/km2). There were 2,521 housing units at an average density of 602.2 per square mile (232.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 92.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 4.2% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.2% of the population.
There were 2,232 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.2% were married couples living together, 11.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.3% were non-families. 27.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 3.09.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 21.2% from 45 to 64, and 15.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $45,938. Males had a median income of $31,917 versus $22,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,917. About 8.2% of families and 11.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Paola?
Total Population of Paola is 5,742.
What is the Total Male Population of Paola?
Total Male Population of Paola is 2,611.
What is the Total Female Population of Paola?
Total Female Population of Paola is 3,131.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Paola?
There are 83.39 Males per 100 Females in Paola.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Paola?
There are 119.92 Females per 100 Males in Paola.
What is the Median Population Age in Paola?
Median Population Age in Paola is 44.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Paola
Average Family Size in Paola is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Paola
Average Household Size in Paola is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Paola?
Per Capita income in Paola is $36,643.
What is the Median Family Income in Paola?
Median Family Income in Paola is $95,375.
What is the Median Household income in Paola?
Median Household Income in Paola is $69,420.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Paola?
Income or Wage Gap in Paola is 26.8%.
Women in Paola earn 73.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Paola?
Inequality or Gini Index in Paola is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Paola?
There are 3,036 People in the Labor Forcein in Paola.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Paola?
63.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Paola.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Paola?
Unemployment Rate in Paola is 1.8%.