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Sedan Overview

$22,078
PER CAPITA INCOME
$56,250
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$48,750
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
21.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
78.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
991
TOTAL POPULATION
502
MALE POPULATION
489
FEMALE POPULATION
102.66
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.41
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
402
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Sedan Zip Codes

Sedan Area Codes

Income in Sedan

Income Overview in Sedan

Per Capita Income in Sedan is $22,078, while median incomes of families and households are $56,250 and $48,750 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income991$22,078
Median Family Income217$56,250
Mean Family Income217$64,722
Median Household Income386$48,750
Mean Household Income386$54,091
Income Deficit217$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)99121.86%
Wage / Income Gap ($)99178.14¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index9910.38

Earnings by Sex in Sedan

Average Earnings in Sedan are $28,375, $34,583 for men and $27,022 for women, a difference of 21.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Sedan
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male174 (40.2%)$34,583
Female259 (59.8%)$27,022
Total433 (100.0%)$28,375

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sedan

The most common earnings brackets in Sedan are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (22 | 12.6%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (39 | 15.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sedan
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less14 (8.1%)11 (4.3%)
$2,500 to $4,9999 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4993 (1.7%)20 (7.7%)
$7,500 to $9,99910 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)2 (0.8%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)38 (14.7%)
$15,000 to $17,4991 (0.6%)6 (2.3%)
$17,500 to $19,99910 (5.8%)3 (1.2%)
$20,000 to $22,4993 (1.7%)4 (1.5%)
$22,500 to $24,99910 (5.8%)18 (7.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99922 (12.6%)39 (15.1%)
$30,000 to $34,9996 (3.5%)11 (4.3%)
$35,000 to $39,9994 (2.3%)21 (8.1%)
$40,000 to $44,9995 (2.9%)28 (10.8%)
$45,000 to $49,99922 (12.6%)26 (10.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99914 (8.1%)5 (1.9%)
$55,000 to $64,9998 (4.6%)3 (1.2%)
$65,000 to $74,99914 (8.1%)20 (7.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99915 (8.6%)4 (1.5%)
$100,000+4 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total174 (100.0%)259 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sedan

Average earnings in Sedan are $34,583 for men and $30,139 for women, a difference of 12.9%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $50,000, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $29,500. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $35,750, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $25,313.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sedan
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$29,500$25,313
College or Associate's Degree$50,000$35,750
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree$46,458$0
Total$34,583$30,139

Family Income in Sedan

Family Income Brackets in Sedan

According to the Sedan family income data, there are 75 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 34.6% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Sedan
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99941.8%
$15,000 to $24,9993415.7%
$25,000 to $34,9992210.1%
$35,000 to $49,9992712.4%
$50,000 to $74,9997534.6%
$75,000 to $99,999167.4%
$100,000 to $149,9993817.5%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+10.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sedan

3-person families (58 | 26.7%) account for the highest median family income in Sedan with $63,750 per family, while 2-person families (93 | 42.9%) have the highest median income of $24,688 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sedan
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families93 (42.9%)$49,375
3-Person Families58 (26.7%)$63,750
4-Person Families30 (13.8%)$0
5-Person Families13 (6.0%)$0
6-Person Families23 (10.6%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total217 (100.0%)$56,250

Family Income by Number of Earners in Sedan

The median family income in Sedan is $56,250, with families comprising 3+ earners (11) having the highest median family income of $134,250, while families with no earners (55) have the lowest median family income of $34,375, accounting for 5.1% and 25.4% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Sedan
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners55 (25.4%)$34,375
1 Earner77 (35.5%)$48,125
2 Earners74 (34.1%)$83,333
3+ Earners11 (5.1%)$134,250
Total217 (100.0%)$56,250

Household Income in Sedan

Household Income Brackets in Sedan

With 116 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Sedan, accounting for 30.0% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Sedan
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000277.0%
$10,000 to $14,999112.8%
$15,000 to $24,9995614.5%
$25,000 to $34,9995113.2%
$35,000 to $49,9995414.0%
$50,000 to $74,99911630.1%
$75,000 to $99,999205.2%
$100,000 to $149,9995013.0%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+10.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Sedan

The median household income in Sedan is $48,750, with the highest median household income of $54,934 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 107 households (27.7%) 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 24 households (6.2%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Sedan
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years24 (6.2%)$0
25 to 44 Years107 (27.7%)$54,934
45 to 64 Years116 (30.0%)$53,929
65+ Years139 (36.0%)$34,514
Total386 (100.0%)$48,750

Poverty in Sedan

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sedan

With 19.6% poverty level for males and 29.5% for females among the residents of Sedan, 15 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 4 males (66.7%) and 11 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sedan
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years1 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years4 (8.7%)26 (54.2%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)12 (60.0%)
15 Years4 (66.7%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years9 (39.1%)11 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years15 (41.7%)9 (47.4%)
25 to 34 Years30 (43.5%)5 (9.3%)
35 to 44 Years12 (44.4%)25 (33.8%)
45 to 54 Years4 (8.0%)22 (43.1%)
55 to 64 Years13 (19.4%)14 (20.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)5 (7.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)6 (20.7%)
Total95 (19.6%)135 (29.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sedan

According to the poverty statistics in Sedan, males aged 12 to 14 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.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sedan
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years32 (91.4%)12 (100.0%)
5 Years6 (85.7%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years42 (91.3%)22 (45.8%)
12 to 14 Years41 (100.0%)8 (40.0%)
15 Years2 (33.3%)4 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years14 (60.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years21 (58.3%)10 (52.6%)
25 to 34 Years39 (56.5%)49 (90.7%)
35 to 44 Years15 (55.6%)49 (66.2%)
45 to 54 Years46 (92.0%)29 (56.9%)
55 to 64 Years54 (80.6%)54 (79.4%)
65 to 74 Years52 (100.0%)62 (92.5%)
75 Years and over25 (100.0%)23 (79.3%)
Total389 (80.4%)322 (70.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sedan

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Sedan show that 3.6% or 6 of the total 165 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 6.1%, comprising of 6 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sedan
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children92 (93.9%)6 (6.1%)
1 or 2 Children44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total159 (96.4%)6 (3.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sedan

According to the poverty data in Sedan, 100.0% or 4 single-father households and 58.3% or 28 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sedan
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)3 (42.9%)
1 or 2 Children4 (100.0%)12 (42.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Total4 (100.0%)28 (58.3%)

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

The poverty data for Sedan shows that 6 of the married-couple family households (3.6%) and 32 of the single-parent households (61.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (6.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Sedan
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children6 (6.1%)3 (42.9%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)16 (50.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Total6 (3.6%)32 (61.5%)

Race in Sedan

The most populous races in Sedan are White / Caucasian (809 | 81.6%), Two or more Races (86 | 8.7%), and Native / Alaskan (64 | 6.5%).
Race in Sedan
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American252.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino565.7%
Native / Alaskan646.5%
White / Caucasian80981.6%
Two or more Races868.7%
Some other Race70.7%
Total991100.0%

Ancestry in Sedan

The most populous ancestries reported in Sedan are German (160 | 16.2%), American (125 | 12.6%), Irish (93 | 9.4%), English (81 | 8.2%), and Choctaw (56 | 5.7%), together accounting for 52.0% of all Sedan residents.
Ancestry in Sedan
Ancestry# Population% Population
American12512.6%
Belgian20.2%
Blackfeet191.9%
Cherokee212.1%
Chickasaw10.1%
Choctaw565.7%
Czech121.2%
Czechoslovakian30.3%
Delaware20.2%
Dutch111.1%
Dutch West Indian111.1%
English818.2%
European80.8%
French20.2%
German16016.2%
Irish939.4%
Italian90.9%
Mexican565.7%
Nigerian30.3%
Norwegian121.2%
Osage151.5%
Portuguese414.1%
Scandinavian30.3%
Scottish161.6%
Subsaharan African30.3%
Swedish353.5%
Swiss30.3%
Thai40.4%
Welsh90.9%
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Immigrants in Sedan

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

Sex and Age in Sedan

The most populous age groups in Sedan are 5 to 9 Years (53 | 10.6%) for men and 35 to 39 Years (51 | 10.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Sedan
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years35 (7.0%)12 (2.5%)
5 to 9 Years53 (10.6%)37 (7.6%)
10 to 14 Years41 (8.2%)31 (6.3%)
15 to 19 Years48 (9.6%)17 (3.5%)
20 to 24 Years17 (3.4%)17 (3.5%)
25 to 29 Years29 (5.8%)30 (6.1%)
30 to 34 Years40 (8.0%)24 (4.9%)
35 to 39 Years12 (2.4%)51 (10.4%)
40 to 44 Years15 (3.0%)23 (4.7%)
45 to 49 Years33 (6.6%)17 (3.5%)
50 to 54 Years17 (3.4%)36 (7.4%)
55 to 59 Years27 (5.4%)24 (4.9%)
60 to 64 Years45 (9.0%)46 (9.4%)
65 to 69 Years36 (7.2%)23 (4.7%)
70 to 74 Years22 (4.4%)49 (10.0%)
75 to 79 Years17 (3.4%)26 (5.3%)
80 to 84 Years12 (2.4%)12 (2.5%)
85 Years and over3 (0.6%)14 (2.9%)
Total502 (100.0%)489 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Sedan

Median Family Size in Sedan

The median family size in Sedan is 3.17 persons per family, with single male/father families (4 | 1.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (165 | 76.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.96 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Sedan
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple165 (76.0%)2.96
Single Male/Father4 (1.8%)5.00
Single Female/Mother48 (22.1%)3.73
Total Families217 (100.0%)3.17

Median Household Size in Sedan

The median household size in Sedan is 2.44 persons per household, with single male/father households (4 | 1.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5 persons per household. non-family households (169 | 43.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.27 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Sedan
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple165 (42.7%)3.01
Single Male/Father4 (1.0%)5.00
Single Female/Mother48 (12.4%)4.40
Non-family169 (43.8%)1.27
Total Households386 (100.0%)2.44

Household Size by Marriage Status in Sedan

Out of a total of 386 households in Sedan, 217 (56.2%) are family households, while 169 (43.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 92, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 144.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Sedan
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-144 (37.3%)
2-Person Households92 (23.8%)13 (3.4%)
3-Person Households56 (14.5%)12 (3.1%)
4-Person Households31 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households15 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households10 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households13 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total217 (56.2%)169 (43.8%)

Female Fertility in Sedan

Fertility by Age in Sedan

Average fertility rate in Sedan is 28.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Sedan
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 years5 (100.0%)54.0
Total5 (100.0%)28.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sedan

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sedan
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Sedan

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Sedan
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma5 (100.0%)156.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total5 (100.0%)28.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sedan

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sedan
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma5 (100.0%)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%)
Total5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Sedan

Employment by Class of Employer in Sedan

Among the 392 employed individuals in Sedan, private company employees (263 | 67.1%), local government employees (45 | 11.5%), and not-for-profit organizations (44 | 11.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Sedan
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees26367.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)164.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations4411.2%
Local Government Employees4511.5%
State Government Employees174.3%
Federal Government Employees71.8%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total392100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Sedan

According to the labor force statistics for Sedan, out of the total population over 16 years of age (772), 52.1% or 402 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.7% or 7 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 34 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 70.0% or 7 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Sedan
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years10 (18.2%)7 (70.0%)
20 to 24 Years34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years37 (62.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years27 (42.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years83 (82.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years80 (77.7%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years33 (64.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years47 (51.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years44 (33.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total402 (52.1%)7 (1.7%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sedan

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sedan
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School46 (78.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma79 (62.2%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree113 (58.5%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher69 (76.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total307 (65.5%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Sedan

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sedan are Health Diagnosing & Treating (48 | 12.1%), Community & Social Service (42 | 10.6%), Education Instruction & Library (31 | 7.9%), Management (26 | 6.6%), and Health Technologists (17 | 4.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Sedan

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sedan, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (60.0%), Education, Arts & Media (50.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (40.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Management (88.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Sedan
OccupationMaleFemale
Management3 (11.5%)23 (88.5%)
Business & Financial3 (60.0%)2 (40.0%)
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 14 (33.3%)28 (66.7%)
Education, Arts & Media3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library9 (29.0%)22 (71.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment2 (40.0%)3 (60.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)48 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Total (Category)20 (16.5%)101 (83.5%)
Total (Overall)152 (38.5%)243 (61.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Sedan are Healthcare Support (48 | 12.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (45 | 11.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (11 | 2.8%), Personal Care & Service (9 | 2.3%), and Security & Protection (5 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations in Sedan

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Sedan, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (54.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (68.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Sedan
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)48 (100.0%)
Security & Protection5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving6 (54.5%)5 (45.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance14 (31.1%)31 (68.9%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Total (Category)25 (21.2%)93 (78.8%)
Total (Overall)152 (38.5%)243 (61.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Sedan are Office & Administration (39 | 9.9%), and Sales & Related (8 | 2.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Sedan

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Sedan
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Office & Administration7 (17.9%)32 (82.1%)
Total (Category)7 (14.9%)40 (85.1%)
Total (Overall)152 (38.5%)243 (61.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Sedan are Construction & Extraction (40 | 10.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (17 | 4.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (16 | 4.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Sedan

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Sedan
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction36 (90.0%)4 (10.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)69 (94.5%)4 (5.5%)
Total (Overall)152 (38.5%)243 (61.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Sedan are Production (25 | 6.3%), Material Moving (8 | 2.0%), and Transportation (3 | 0.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Sedan

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Sedan
OccupationMaleFemale
Production20 (80.0%)5 (20.0%)
Transportation3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)31 (86.1%)5 (13.9%)
Total (Overall)152 (38.5%)243 (61.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Sedan

Employment Industries in Sedan

The major employment industries in Sedan include Health Care & Social Assistance (148 | 37.5%), Educational Services (39 | 9.9%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (35 | 8.9%), Manufacturing (34 | 8.6%), and Retail Trade (34 | 8.6%).
Employment Industries in Sedan

Employment Industries by Sex in Sedan

The Sedan industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (96.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Sedan
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction10 (71.4%)4 (28.6%)
Manufacturing24 (70.6%)10 (29.4%)
Wholesale Trade11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade7 (20.6%)27 (79.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing2 (28.6%)5 (71.4%)
Utilities9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)5 (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 & Support3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services11 (28.2%)28 (71.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance6 (4.1%)142 (96.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation4 (36.4%)7 (63.6%)
Accommodation & Food Services6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration9 (81.8%)2 (18.2%)
Total152 (38.5%)243 (61.5%)

Education in Sedan

School Enrollment in Sedan

The most common levels of schooling among the 269 students in Sedan are high school (76 | 28.2%), elementary school (63 | 23.4%), and middle school (50 | 18.6%).
School Enrollment in Sedan
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool124.5%
Kindergarten165.9%
Elementary School6323.4%
Middle School5018.6%
High School7628.2%
College / Undergraduate4316.0%
Graduate / Professional93.4%
Total269100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sedan

Out of a total of 269 students who are enrolled in schools in Sedan, 42 (15.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 227 (84.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 6 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 44 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sedan
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old58 (73.4%)21 (26.6%)
10 to 14 Year Olds61 (84.7%)11 (15.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds17 (80.9%)4 (19.1%)
35 Years and over18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total227 (84.4%)42 (15.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sedan

Science & technology (33 | 24.1%), education (31 | 22.6%), psychology (21 | 15.3%), business (15 | 11.0%), and literature & languages (13 | 9.5%) are the most common fields of study among 137 individuals in Sedan who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sedan
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural107.3%
Physical & Health Sciences32.2%
Psychology2115.3%
Social Sciences53.6%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology3324.1%
Business1511.0%
Education3122.6%
Literature & Languages139.5%
Liberal Arts & History32.2%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications32.2%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total137100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Sedan

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sedan

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Sedan are males with 3 vehicles (44, accounting for 29.5%) and females with 3 vehicles (31, making up 18.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sedan
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)2 (0.8%)
1 Vehicle43 (28.9%)74 (30.4%)
2 Vehicles31 (20.8%)84 (34.6%)
3 Vehicles44 (29.5%)31 (12.8%)
4 Vehicles14 (9.4%)8 (3.3%)
5 or more Vehicles17 (11.4%)44 (18.1%)
Total149 (100.0%)243 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Sedan

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Sedan are 5 to 9 minutes (146 commuters, 39.4%), less than 5 minutes (65 commuters, 17.5%), and 10 to 14 minutes (44 commuters, 11.9%).
Commute Time in Sedan
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes6517.5%
5 to 9 Minutes14639.4%
10 to 14 Minutes4411.9%
15 to 19 Minutes20.5%
20 to 24 Minutes369.7%
25 to 29 Minutes113.0%
30 to 34 Minutes113.0%
35 to 39 Minutes184.9%
40 to 44 Minutes41.1%
45 to 59 Minutes184.9%
60 to 89 Minutes102.7%
90 or more Minutes61.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Sedan

The most common commute times in Sedan are 5 to 9 minutes (56 commuters, 38.6%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (90 commuters, 39.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Sedan
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes41 (28.3%)24 (10.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes56 (38.6%)90 (39.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes8 (5.5%)36 (15.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)2 (0.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes4 (2.8%)32 (14.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes9 (6.2%)2 (0.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes4 (2.8%)7 (3.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes3 (2.1%)15 (6.6%)
40 to 44 Minutes4 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes6 (4.1%)12 (5.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes10 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)6 (2.6%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sedan

The most frequent times of departure to work in Sedan are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (37, 25.5%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (45, 19.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sedan
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM3 (2.1%)5 (2.2%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)3 (1.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM3 (2.1%)22 (9.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM25 (17.2%)16 (7.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM23 (15.9%)37 (16.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM37 (25.5%)32 (14.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM16 (11.0%)45 (19.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM14 (9.7%)15 (6.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM1 (0.7%)5 (2.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM2 (1.4%)15 (6.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM3 (2.1%)15 (6.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM7 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM8 (5.5%)6 (2.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM3 (2.1%)10 (4.4%)
Total145 (100.0%)226 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Sedan

Occupancy by Ownership in Sedan

Of the total 386 dwellings in Sedan, owner-occupied units account for 283 (73.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 103 (26.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Sedan
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units28373.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units10326.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units386100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Sedan

Occupancy by Household Size in Sedan
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household14437.3%
2-Person Household10527.2%
3-Person Household6817.6%
4+ Person Household6917.9%
Total Housing Units386100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sedan

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sedan
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household99 (68.8%)45 (31.2%)
2-Person Household92 (87.6%)13 (12.4%)
3-Person Household50 (73.5%)18 (26.5%)
4+ Person Household42 (60.9%)27 (39.1%)
Total Housing Units283 (73.3%)103 (26.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sedan

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sedan
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School31 (67.4%)15 (32.6%)
High School Diploma81 (78.6%)22 (21.4%)
College/Associate Degree111 (73.5%)40 (26.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher60 (69.8%)26 (30.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sedan

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sedan
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years6015.5%
35 to 44 Years7118.4%
45 to 54 Years277.0%
55 to 64 Years8923.1%
65 to 74 Years9424.3%
75 to 84 Years4210.9%
85 Years and Over30.8%
Total386100.0%

Housing Finances in Sedan

Median Income by Occupancy in Sedan

Median Income by Occupancy in Sedan
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied283 (73.3%)$52,548
Renter-Occupied103 (26.7%)$42,679
Average386 (100.0%)$48,750

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sedan

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sedan
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0002 (0.7%)9 (8.7%)
$5,000 to $9,99912 (4.2%)4 (3.9%)
$10,000 to $14,9997 (2.5%)4 (3.9%)
$15,000 to $19,99918 (6.4%)5 (4.9%)
$20,000 to $24,99922 (7.8%)11 (10.7%)
$25,000 to $34,99933 (11.7%)18 (17.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99938 (13.4%)16 (15.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99980 (28.3%)36 (34.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99920 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99950 (17.7%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more1 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total283 (100.0%)103 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sedan

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sedan
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30079 (27.9%)7 (6.8%)
$300 to $49962 (21.9%)12 (11.7%)
$500 to $79948 (17.0%)33 (32.0%)
$800 to $99959 (20.8%)24 (23.3%)
$1,000 to $1,4994 (1.4%)16 (15.5%)
$1,500 to $1,99927 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4994 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total283 (100.0%)103 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Sedan

Housing Structures in Sedan

Housing Structures in Sedan
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached34188.3%
Single Unit, Attached123.1%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments51.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments41.0%
Mobile Home / Other246.2%
Total386100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sedan

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sedan
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached259 (75.9%)82 (24.0%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total283 (73.3%)103 (26.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sedan

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sedan
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)2 (1.9%)
2 or 3 Rooms11 (3.9%)25 (24.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms122 (43.1%)21 (20.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms58 (20.5%)41 (39.8%)
8 or more Rooms92 (32.5%)14 (13.6%)
Total283 (100.0%)103 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sedan

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sedan
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas220 (77.7%)64 (62.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)2 (1.9%)
Electricity36 (12.7%)37 (35.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels27 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total283 (100.0%)103 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Sedan

Household Vehicle Usage in Sedan
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle2 (0.7%)8 (7.8%)
1 Vehicle86 (30.4%)63 (61.2%)
2 Vehicles103 (36.4%)27 (26.2%)
3 or more Vehicles92 (32.5%)5 (4.9%)
Total283 (100.0%)103 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Sedan

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Sedan

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units19885
Median Property Value$35,000$50,400
Median Household Income$48,333$0
Monthly Housing Costs$355$0
Real Estate Taxes$591$3

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sedan

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sedan
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000132 (66.7%)42 (49.4%)
$50,000 to $99,99945 (22.7%)15 (17.6%)
$100,000 to $299,99921 (10.6%)24 (28.2%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)4 (4.7%)
$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%)
Total198 (100.0%)85 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sedan

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sedan
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00014 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99938 (19.2%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99930 (15.1%)9 (10.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99921 (10.6%)3 (3.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99948 (24.2%)17 (20.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99916 (8.1%)32 (37.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99930 (15.1%)4 (4.7%)
$150,000 or more1 (0.5%)20 (23.5%)
Total198 (100.0%)85 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sedan

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sedan
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x157 (79.3%)58,558 (68,891.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x6 (3.0%)77 (90.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x5 (2.5%)4 (4.7%)
4.0x or more30 (15.1%)4 (4.7%)
Total198 (100.0%)85 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sedan

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sedan
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800112 (56.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49939 (19.7%)8 (9.4%)
$800 to $1,49945 (22.7%)31 (36.5%)
Total198 (100.0%)85 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Sedan

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sedan

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sedan
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years53 (98.2%)1 (1.8%)
6 to 18 Years208 (95.4%)10 (4.6%)
19 to 25 Years33 (91.7%)3 (8.3%)
26 to 34 Years100 (81.3%)23 (18.7%)
35 to 44 Years83 (82.2%)18 (17.8%)
45 to 54 Years80 (79.2%)21 (20.8%)
55 to 64 Years108 (80.0%)27 (20.0%)
65 to 74 Years119 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total838 (89.0%)103 (11.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sedan

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sedan
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born53 (98.2%)1 (1.8%)
Foreign Born, Citizen208 (95.4%)10 (4.6%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen33 (91.7%)3 (8.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sedan

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sedan
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000124 (83.2%)25 (16.8%)
$25,000 to $49,999222 (88.1%)30 (11.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999305 (91.3%)29 (8.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99942 (95.5%)2 (4.5%)
$100,000 and over145 (89.5%)17 (10.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sedan

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sedan
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 636 (66.7%)23 (42.6%)
6 to 18 Years98 (45.0%)134 (61.5%)
19 to 25 Years5 (13.9%)28 (77.8%)
25 to 34 Years50 (40.6%)50 (40.6%)
35 to 44 Years16 (15.8%)70 (69.3%)
45 to 54 Years9 (8.9%)79 (78.2%)
55 to 64 Years27 (20.0%)97 (71.9%)
65 to 74 Years114 (95.8%)65 (54.6%)
75 Years and over54 (100.0%)39 (72.2%)
Total409 (43.5%)585 (62.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sedan

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sedan
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years8 (6.5%)11 (13.3%)
18 to 34 Years26 (24.8%)13 (17.8%)
35 to 64 Years51 (35.4%)23 (11.9%)
65 to 74 Years28 (53.8%)30 (44.8%)
75 Years and over6 (24.0%)16 (55.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Sedan

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Sedan: <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 Years21 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years19 (13.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years8 (15.4%)2 (3.0%)
75 Years and over3 (12.0%)7 (24.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Sedan: <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 Years4 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years23 (16.0%)2 (1.0%)
65 to 74 Years3 (5.8%)11 (16.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Sedan: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years8 (6.5%)5 (6.0%)
18 to 34 Years9 (8.6%)2 (2.7%)
35 to 64 Years13 (9.0%)5 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years15 (28.8%)1 (1.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Sedan: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)6 (7.2%)
18 to 34 Years5 (4.8%)11 (15.1%)
35 to 64 Years17 (11.8%)21 (10.9%)
65 to 74 Years17 (32.7%)16 (23.9%)
75 Years and over6 (24.0%)16 (55.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Sedan: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years4 (3.8%)13 (17.8%)
35 to 64 Years4 (2.8%)1 (0.5%)
65 to 74 Years15 (28.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Sedan

Computing Device Access in Sedan

Computing Device Access in Sedan
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop25064.8%
Smartphone30278.2%
Tablet22758.8%
No Computing Device4010.4%
Total386100.0%

Internet Access in Sedan

Internet Access in Sedan
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet61.5%
Broadband Home20753.6%
Cellular Data Only5714.8%
Satellite Internet7619.7%
No Internet7218.6%
Total386100.0%

Sedan Summary

Sedan, Kansas is a small town located in the southeastern corner of the state. It is situated in Chautauqua County, and is the county seat. The town was founded in 1871 and has a population of 1,072 as of the 2010 census.

Geography

Sedan is located at 37°14'N, 96°14'W, at an elevation of 1,068 feet (325 m). It is situated in the Osage Plains region of Kansas, and is surrounded by rolling hills and prairies. The town is located on the banks of the Verdigris River, which flows through the area. The nearest major city is Wichita, which is located about 70 miles (110 km) to the north.

Climate

Sedan has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and cold, dry winters. The average annual temperature is around 57°F (14°C), with an average high of around 79°F (26°C) in the summer and an average low of around 35°F (2°C) in the winter. The average annual precipitation is around 33 inches (84 cm).

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Sedan was 1,072. The racial makeup of the town was 95.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.

Economy

Sedan's economy is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several grain elevators, and the surrounding area is used for growing corn, wheat, and soybeans. The town also has a few small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants.

History

Sedan was founded in 1871 by a group of settlers from Ohio. The town was named after the Battle of Sedan, which took place during the Franco-Prussian War. The town was incorporated in 1873, and the first post office was established in 1874.
In the early 1900s, Sedan was a thriving agricultural center, with several grain elevators and a number of businesses. The town also had a railroad station, which was used to transport goods to and from the area.
In the 1950s, the town began to decline as the railroad station closed and the grain elevators were abandoned. The population of the town decreased, and many of the businesses closed.
In recent years, Sedan has seen a resurgence in population and economic activity. The town has become a popular tourist destination, with several antique stores, restaurants, and other attractions. The town also hosts several annual events, including the Sedan Days Festival and the Chautauqua County Fair.

Common Questions

What is Per Capita Income in Sedan?
Per Capita income in Sedan is $22,078.
What is the Median Family Income in Sedan?
Median Family Income in Sedan is $56,250.
What is the Median Household income in Sedan?
Median Household Income in Sedan is $48,750.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Sedan?
Income or Wage Gap in Sedan is 21.9%.
Women in Sedan earn 78.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Sedan?
Inequality or Gini Index in Sedan is 0.38.
What is the Total Population of Sedan?
Total Population of Sedan is 991.
What is the Total Male Population of Sedan?
Total Male Population of Sedan is 502.
What is the Total Female Population of Sedan?
Total Female Population of Sedan is 489.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Sedan?
There are 102.66 Males per 100 Females in Sedan.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Sedan?
There are 97.41 Females per 100 Males in Sedan.
What is the Median Population Age in Sedan?
Median Population Age in Sedan is 40.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Sedan
Average Family Size in Sedan is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Sedan
Average Household Size in Sedan is 2.4 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Sedan?
There are 402 People in the Labor Forcein in Sedan.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Sedan?
52.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Sedan.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Sedan?
Unemployment Rate in Sedan is 1.7%.