Beaver Dam, KY

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Beaver Dam Overview

3,546
TOTAL POPULATION
2,045
MALE POPULATION
1,501
FEMALE POPULATION
136.24
MALES / 100 FEMALES
73.40
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$28,706
PER CAPITA INCOME
$70,266
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$46,624
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
0.55
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,636
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Beaver Dam

The most populous races in Beaver Dam are White / Caucasian (3,083 | 86.9%), Two or more Races (429 | 12.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (303 | 8.5%).
Race in Beaver Dam
Race# Population% Population
Asian260.7%
Black / African American40.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino3038.5%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian3,08386.9%
Two or more Races42912.1%
Some other Race40.1%
Total3,546100.0%

Ancestry in Beaver Dam

The most populous ancestries reported in Beaver Dam are American (940 | 26.5%), English (476 | 13.4%), German (279 | 7.9%), Irish (270 | 7.6%), and Mexican (217 | 6.1%), together accounting for 61.5% of all Beaver Dam residents.
Race# Population% Population
American94026.5%
British320.9%
Central American862.4%
Dutch792.2%
English47613.4%
European551.5%
German2797.9%
Honduran862.4%
Irish2707.6%
Italian1032.9%
Mexican2176.1%
Polish150.4%
Scotch-Irish391.1%
Vietnamese260.7%
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Sex and Age in Beaver Dam

Sex and Age in Beaver Dam

The most populous age groups in Beaver Dam are 60 to 64 Years (303 | 14.8%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (286 | 19.1%) for women.
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years34 (1.7%)94 (6.3%)
5 to 9 Years175 (8.6%)38 (2.5%)
10 to 14 Years183 (8.9%)81 (5.4%)
15 to 19 Years194 (9.5%)14 (0.9%)
20 to 24 Years56 (2.7%)77 (5.1%)
25 to 29 Years286 (14.0%)69 (4.6%)
30 to 34 Years140 (6.9%)198 (13.2%)
35 to 39 Years32 (1.6%)114 (7.6%)
40 to 44 Years53 (2.6%)44 (2.9%)
45 to 49 Years113 (5.5%)35 (2.3%)
50 to 54 Years29 (1.4%)64 (4.3%)
55 to 59 Years130 (6.4%)78 (5.2%)
60 to 64 Years303 (14.8%)286 (19.1%)
65 to 69 Years37 (1.8%)65 (4.3%)
70 to 74 Years113 (5.5%)90 (6.0%)
75 to 79 Years102 (5.0%)67 (4.5%)
80 to 84 Years65 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)87 (5.8%)
Total2,045 (100.0%)1,501 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Beaver Dam

Median Family Size in Beaver Dam

The median family size in Beaver Dam is 3.24 persons per family, with single female/mother families (146 | 16.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.29 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (113 | 12.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.97 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Beaver Dam
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple628 (70.8%)3.27
Single Male/Father113 (12.7%)2.97
Single Female/Mother146 (16.5%)3.29
Total Families887 (100.0%)3.24

Median Household Size in Beaver Dam

The median household size in Beaver Dam is 2.47 persons per household, with single female/mother households (146 | 10.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.53 persons per household. non-family households (549 | 38.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Beaver Dam
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple628 (43.7%)3.27
Single Male/Father113 (7.9%)2.97
Single Female/Mother146 (10.2%)3.53
Non-family549 (38.2%)1.16
Total Households1,436 (100.0%)2.47

Household Size by Marriage Status in Beaver Dam

Out of a total of 1,436 households in Beaver Dam, 887 (61.8%) are family households, while 549 (38.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 461, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 328.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Beaver Dam
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-328 (22.8%)
2-Person Households461 (32.1%)221 (15.4%)
3-Person Households166 (11.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households118 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households142 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total887 (61.8%)549 (38.2%)

Female Fertility in Beaver Dam

Fertility by Age in Beaver Dam

Average fertility rate in Beaver Dam is 42.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 70.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Beaver Dam
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years24 (100.0%)70.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total24 (100.0%)42.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Beaver Dam

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Beaver Dam
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Beaver Dam

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Beaver Dam
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 Degree24 (100.0%)1,000.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total24 (100.0%)42.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Beaver Dam

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Beaver Dam
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%)24 (100.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)

Income in Beaver Dam

Income Overview in Beaver Dam

Per Capita Income in Beaver Dam is $28,706, while median incomes of families and households are $70,266 and $46,624 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,546$28,706
Median Family Income887$70,266
Mean Family Income887$89,498
Median Household Income1,436$46,624
Mean Household Income1,436$64,557
Income Deficit887$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,5460.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,546100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,5460.55

Earnings by Sex in Beaver Dam

Earnings by Sex in Beaver Dam
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male934 (58.3%)$36,391
Female669 (41.7%)$0
Total1,603 (100.0%)$33,880

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Beaver Dam

The most common earnings brackets in Beaver Dam are $30,000 to $34,999 for men (132 | 14.1%) and $12,500 to $14,999 for women (186 | 27.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Beaver Dam
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less63 (6.8%)20 (3.0%)
$2,500 to $4,99931 (3.3%)26 (3.9%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)40 (6.0%)
$7,500 to $9,99989 (9.5%)26 (3.9%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)37 (5.5%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)186 (27.8%)
$15,000 to $17,49956 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99928 (3.0%)23 (3.4%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)26 (3.9%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)16 (2.4%)
$25,000 to $29,9994 (0.4%)4 (0.6%)
$30,000 to $34,999132 (14.1%)46 (6.9%)
$35,000 to $39,999115 (12.3%)27 (4.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99988 (9.4%)28 (4.2%)
$45,000 to $49,99985 (9.1%)56 (8.4%)
$50,000 to $54,99982 (8.8%)11 (1.6%)
$55,000 to $64,99929 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99960 (6.4%)24 (3.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99959 (6.3%)69 (10.3%)
$100,000+13 (1.4%)4 (0.6%)
Total934 (100.0%)669 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Beaver Dam

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Beaver Dam
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$36,550$24,375
College or Associate's Degree$48,779$0
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$40,099$0

Family Income in Beaver Dam

Family Income Brackets in Beaver Dam

According to the Beaver Dam family income data, there are 206 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.2% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Beaver Dam
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000687.7%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999839.4%
$25,000 to $34,999485.4%
$35,000 to $49,99913515.2%
$50,000 to $74,99916418.5%
$75,000 to $99,99913315.0%
$100,000 to $149,99920623.2%
$150,000 to $199,999424.7%
$200,000+80.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Beaver Dam

3-person families (170 | 19.2%) account for the highest median family income in Beaver Dam with $75,122 per family, while 2-person families (461 | 52.0%) have the highest median income of $35,215 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Beaver Dam
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families461 (52.0%)$70,430
3-Person Families170 (19.2%)$75,122
4-Person Families138 (15.6%)$58,125
5-Person Families118 (13.3%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total887 (100.0%)$70,266

Family Income by Number of Earners in Beaver Dam

Family Income by Number of Earners in Beaver Dam
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners190 (21.4%)$20,543
1 Earner268 (30.2%)$71,757
2 Earners372 (41.9%)$58,966
3+ Earners57 (6.4%)$0
Total887 (100.0%)$70,266

Household Income in Beaver Dam

Household Income Brackets in Beaver Dam

With 330 households falling in the category, the less than $10,000 income range is the most frequent in Beaver Dam, accounting for 23.0% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Beaver Dam
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00033023.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,9991329.2%
$25,000 to $34,999835.8%
$35,000 to $49,99931321.8%
$50,000 to $74,99916411.4%
$75,000 to $99,99915710.9%
$100,000 to $149,99920514.3%
$150,000 to $199,999422.9%
$200,000+90.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Beaver Dam

The median household income in Beaver Dam is $46,624, with the highest median household income of $49,219 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 443 households (30.8%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Beaver Dam
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years556 (38.7%)$0
45 to 64 Years437 (30.4%)$47,289
65+ Years443 (30.8%)$49,219
Total1,436 (100.0%)$46,624

Poverty in Beaver Dam

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Beaver Dam

With 18.9% poverty level for males and 23.0% for females among the residents of Beaver Dam, under 5 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 34 males (100.0%) and 59 females (76.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Beaver Dam
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years34 (100.0%)52 (55.3%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years34 (13.9%)59 (76.6%)
12 to 14 Years9 (8.0%)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 Years258 (60.6%)55 (20.6%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)86 (54.4%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)24 (24.2%)
55 to 64 Years39 (9.0%)21 (5.8%)
65 to 74 Years13 (8.7%)48 (31.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total387 (18.9%)345 (23.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Beaver Dam

According to the poverty statistics in Beaver Dam, males aged 15 years and females aged 12 to 14 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 Beaver Dam
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)42 (44.7%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years211 (86.1%)18 (23.4%)
12 to 14 Years104 (92.0%)42 (100.0%)
15 Years71 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years100 (100.0%)91 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years168 (39.4%)212 (79.4%)
35 to 44 Years85 (100.0%)72 (45.6%)
45 to 54 Years142 (100.0%)75 (75.8%)
55 to 64 Years394 (91.0%)343 (94.2%)
65 to 74 Years137 (91.3%)107 (69.0%)
75 Years and over167 (100.0%)154 (100.0%)
Total1,658 (81.1%)1,156 (77.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Beaver Dam

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Beaver Dam show that 10.8% or 68 of the total 628 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 42.9%, comprising of 24 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 6.3%, which includes 7 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Beaver Dam
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children424 (92.0%)37 (8.0%)
1 or 2 Children104 (93.7%)7 (6.3%)
3 or 4 Children32 (57.1%)24 (42.9%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total560 (89.2%)68 (10.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Beaver Dam

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Beaver Dam
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)24 (16.4%)

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

The poverty data for Beaver Dam shows that 68 of the married-couple family households (10.8%) and 24 of the single-parent households (9.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 households (42.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 household (36.4%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Beaver Dam
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children37 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children7 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children24 (42.9%)24 (36.4%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total68 (10.8%)24 (9.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Beaver Dam

Employment by Class of Employer in Beaver Dam

Among the 1,319 employed individuals in Beaver Dam, private company employees (798 | 60.5%), self-employed (not incorporated) (164 | 12.4%), and not-for-profit organizations (137 | 10.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Beaver Dam
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees79860.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)131.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)16412.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations13710.4%
Local Government Employees806.1%
State Government Employees765.8%
Federal Government Employees513.9%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,319100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Beaver Dam

According to the labor force statistics for Beaver Dam, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,870), 57.0% or 1,636 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.0% or 98 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 133 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 43.2% or 48 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Beaver Dam
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years111 (81.0%)48 (43.2%)
20 to 24 Years133 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years138 (38.9%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years259 (76.6%)17 (6.6%)
35 to 44 Years121 (49.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years217 (90.0%)31 (14.3%)
55 to 59 Years107 (51.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years457 (77.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years69 (22.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over25 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,636 (57.0%)98 (6.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Beaver Dam

According to labor force statistics for Beaver Dam, 65.8% of individuals (1,299) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,974) are in the labor force, with 3.8% or 49 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 93.1% or 322 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.6% or 31 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Beaver Dam
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School58 (14.4%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma325 (63.0%)27 (5.2%)
College / Associate Degree594 (83.7%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher322 (93.1%)33 (9.6%)
Total1,299 (65.8%)75 (3.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Beaver Dam

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Beaver Dam are Community & Social Service (420 | 27.8%), Education Instruction & Library (262 | 17.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (200 | 13.2%), Health Technologists (121 | 8.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (89 | 5.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Beaver Dam

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Beaver Dam, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Beaver Dam
OccupationMaleFemale
Management29 (90.6%)3 (9.4%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science88 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering88 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 158 (37.6%)262 (62.4%)
Education, Arts & Media89 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support69 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)262 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)200 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)121 (100.0%)
Total (Category)275 (37.2%)465 (62.8%)
Total (Overall)861 (56.9%)652 (43.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Beaver Dam are Healthcare Support (83 | 5.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (55 | 3.6%), Food Preparation & Serving (49 | 3.2%), Security & Protection (16 | 1.1%), and Firefighting & Prevention (16 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations in Beaver Dam

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Beaver Dam, the most male-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (58.2%), and Security & Protection (25.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Security & Protection (75.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (75.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Beaver Dam
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)83 (100.0%)
Security & Protection4 (25.0%)12 (75.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention4 (25.0%)12 (75.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance32 (58.2%)23 (41.8%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)85 (41.9%)118 (58.1%)
Total (Overall)861 (56.9%)652 (43.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Beaver Dam are Office & Administration (62 | 4.1%), and Sales & Related (42 | 2.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Beaver Dam

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Beaver Dam
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration36 (58.1%)26 (41.9%)
Total (Category)78 (75.0%)26 (25.0%)
Total (Overall)861 (56.9%)652 (43.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Beaver Dam are , and Construction & Extraction (198 | 13.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Beaver Dam

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Beaver Dam
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction198 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)198 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)861 (56.9%)652 (43.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Beaver Dam are Transportation (119 | 7.9%), Production (96 | 6.4%), and Material Moving (53 | 3.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Beaver Dam

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Beaver Dam
OccupationMaleFemale
Production84 (87.5%)12 (12.5%)
Transportation88 (74.0%)31 (26.1%)
Material Moving53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)225 (84.0%)43 (16.0%)
Total (Overall)861 (56.9%)652 (43.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Beaver Dam

Employment Industries in Beaver Dam

The major employment industries in Beaver Dam include Health Care & Social Assistance (312 | 20.6%), Educational Services (288 | 19.0%), Manufacturing (174 | 11.5%), Construction (166 | 11.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (80 | 5.3%).
Employment Industries in Beaver Dam

Employment Industries by Sex in Beaver Dam

The Beaver Dam industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Beaver Dam
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction166 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing138 (79.3%)36 (20.7%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade41 (57.8%)30 (42.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific69 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)288 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance84 (26.9%)228 (73.1%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total861 (56.9%)652 (43.1%)

Education in Beaver Dam

School Enrollment in Beaver Dam

The most common levels of schooling among the 861 students in Beaver Dam are middle school (239 | 27.8%), high school (203 | 23.6%), and elementary school (174 | 20.2%).
School Enrollment in Beaver Dam
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool394.5%
Kindergarten556.4%
Elementary School17420.2%
Middle School23927.8%
High School20323.6%
College / Undergraduate10312.0%
Graduate / Professional485.6%
Total861100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Beaver Dam

Out of a total of 861 students who are enrolled in schools in Beaver Dam, 49 (5.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 812 (94.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 49 (32.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 39 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Beaver Dam
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old213 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds264 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds101 (67.3%)49 (32.7%)
18 to 19 Year Olds58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total812 (94.3%)49 (5.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Beaver Dam

Education (176 | 25.8%), liberal arts & history (158 | 23.1%), science & technology (107 | 15.7%), bio, nature & agricultural (69 | 10.1%), and social sciences (66 | 9.7%) are the most common fields of study among 683 individuals in Beaver Dam who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Beaver Dam
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural6910.1%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences669.7%
Engineering131.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology10715.7%
Business355.1%
Education17625.8%
Literature & Languages355.1%
Liberal Arts & History15823.1%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities243.5%
Total683100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Beaver Dam

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Beaver Dam

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Beaver Dam are males with 2 vehicles (265, accounting for 31.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (92, making up 56.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Beaver Dam
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle39 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle181 (21.3%)82 (17.4%)
2 Vehicles265 (31.2%)92 (19.6%)
3 Vehicles182 (21.4%)148 (31.5%)
4 Vehicles46 (5.4%)67 (14.3%)
5 or more Vehicles136 (16.0%)81 (17.2%)
Total849 (100.0%)470 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Beaver Dam

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Beaver Dam are 5 to 9 minutes (228 commuters, 17.9%), 30 to 34 minutes (205 commuters, 16.1%), and 10 to 14 minutes (187 commuters, 14.7%).
Commute Time in Beaver Dam
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes13110.3%
5 to 9 Minutes22817.9%
10 to 14 Minutes18714.7%
15 to 19 Minutes1007.9%
20 to 24 Minutes241.9%
25 to 29 Minutes493.8%
30 to 34 Minutes20516.1%
35 to 39 Minutes776.0%
40 to 44 Minutes241.9%
45 to 59 Minutes886.9%
60 to 89 Minutes13110.3%
90 or more Minutes292.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Beaver Dam

The most common commute times in Beaver Dam are 5 to 9 minutes (137 commuters, 16.1%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (91 commuters, 21.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Beaver Dam
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes59 (7.0%)72 (17.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes137 (16.1%)91 (21.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes133 (15.7%)54 (12.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes56 (6.6%)44 (10.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)24 (5.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes49 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes128 (15.1%)77 (18.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes46 (5.4%)31 (7.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)24 (5.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes88 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes124 (14.6%)7 (1.7%)
90 or more Minutes29 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Beaver Dam

The most frequent times of departure to work in Beaver Dam are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (141, 16.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (123, 29.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Beaver Dam
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM48 (5.7%)51 (12.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM88 (10.4%)4 (0.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM14 (1.7%)26 (6.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM19 (2.2%)11 (2.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM141 (16.6%)77 (18.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM28 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM77 (9.1%)123 (29.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM108 (12.7%)3 (0.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM138 (16.3%)68 (16.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM31 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM46 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM111 (13.1%)61 (14.4%)
Total849 (100.0%)424 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Beaver Dam

Occupancy by Ownership in Beaver Dam

Of the total 1,436 dwellings in Beaver Dam, owner-occupied units account for 802 (55.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 634 (44.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Beaver Dam
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units80255.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units63444.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,436100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Beaver Dam

Occupancy by Household Size in Beaver Dam
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household32822.8%
2-Person Household68247.5%
3-Person Household16611.6%
4+ Person Household26018.1%
Total Housing Units1,436100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Beaver Dam

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Beaver Dam
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household241 (73.5%)87 (26.5%)
2-Person Household275 (40.3%)407 (59.7%)
3-Person Household120 (72.3%)46 (27.7%)
4+ Person Household166 (63.8%)94 (36.1%)
Total Housing Units802 (55.8%)634 (44.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Beaver Dam

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Beaver Dam
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School105 (28.9%)258 (71.1%)
High School Diploma272 (65.9%)141 (34.1%)
College/Associate Degree240 (81.9%)53 (18.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher185 (50.4%)182 (49.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Beaver Dam

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Beaver Dam
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years46732.5%
35 to 44 Years896.2%
45 to 54 Years1319.1%
55 to 64 Years30621.3%
65 to 74 Years20214.1%
75 to 84 Years15410.7%
85 Years and Over876.1%
Total1,436100.0%

Housing Finances in Beaver Dam

Median Income by Occupancy in Beaver Dam

Median Income by Occupancy in Beaver Dam
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied802 (55.8%)$50,980
Renter-Occupied634 (44.2%)$0
Average1,436 (100.0%)$46,624

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Beaver Dam

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Beaver Dam
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00055 (6.9%)217 (34.2%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)58 (9.1%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99949 (6.1%)24 (3.8%)
$20,000 to $24,99959 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99984 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999125 (15.6%)188 (29.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999164 (20.4%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99987 (10.8%)70 (11.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999137 (17.1%)69 (10.9%)
$150,000 or more42 (5.2%)8 (1.3%)
Total802 (100.0%)634 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Beaver Dam

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Beaver Dam
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300119 (14.8%)24 (3.8%)
$300 to $499198 (24.7%)94 (14.8%)
$500 to $799150 (18.7%)355 (56.0%)
$800 to $999110 (13.7%)161 (25.4%)
$1,000 to $1,499163 (20.3%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99937 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99925 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total802 (100.0%)634 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Beaver Dam

Housing Structures in Beaver Dam

Housing Structures in Beaver Dam
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached94966.1%
Single Unit, Attached362.5%
2 Unit Apartments26518.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments17111.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other151.0%
Total1,436100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Beaver Dam

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Beaver Dam
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached703 (74.1%)246 (25.9%)
Single Unit, Attached36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments48 (18.1%)217 (81.9%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)171 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total802 (55.8%)634 (44.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Beaver Dam

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Beaver Dam
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room3 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)34 (5.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms189 (23.6%)451 (71.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms357 (44.5%)8 (1.3%)
8 or more Rooms253 (31.6%)141 (22.2%)
Total802 (100.0%)634 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Beaver Dam

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Beaver Dam
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas620 (77.3%)354 (55.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas13 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity169 (21.1%)280 (44.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total802 (100.0%)634 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Beaver Dam

Household Vehicle Usage in Beaver Dam
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle49 (6.1%)58 (9.1%)
1 Vehicle260 (32.4%)340 (53.6%)
2 Vehicles276 (34.4%)121 (19.1%)
3 or more Vehicles217 (27.1%)115 (18.1%)
Total802 (100.0%)634 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Beaver Dam

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Beaver Dam

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units357445
Median Property Value$121,700$106,300
Median Household Income$70,399$42
Monthly Housing Costs$347$0
Real Estate Taxes$655$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Beaver Dam

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Beaver Dam
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00041 (11.5%)48 (10.8%)
$50,000 to $99,999101 (28.3%)161 (36.2%)
$100,000 to $299,999215 (60.2%)165 (37.1%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)71 (16.0%)
$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%)
Total357 (100.0%)445 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Beaver Dam

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Beaver Dam
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00048 (13.5%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99990 (25.2%)7 (1.6%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)18 (4.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99933 (9.2%)84 (18.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99947 (13.2%)92 (20.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99967 (18.8%)117 (26.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99972 (20.2%)20 (4.5%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)65 (14.6%)
Total357 (100.0%)445 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Beaver Dam

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Beaver Dam
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x165 (46.2%)50,726 (11,399.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x82 (23.0%)208 (46.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x39 (10.9%)134 (30.1%)
4.0x or more36 (10.1%)36 (8.1%)
Total357 (100.0%)445 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Beaver Dam

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Beaver Dam
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800237 (66.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49962 (17.4%)163 (36.6%)
$800 to $1,49930 (8.4%)190 (42.7%)
Total357 (100.0%)445 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Beaver Dam

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Beaver Dam

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Beaver Dam
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years128 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years671 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years147 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years476 (68.7%)217 (31.3%)
35 to 44 Years76 (35.3%)139 (64.6%)
45 to 54 Years210 (87.1%)31 (12.9%)
55 to 64 Years710 (89.1%)87 (10.9%)
65 to 74 Years305 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older321 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,044 (86.5%)474 (13.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Beaver Dam

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Beaver Dam
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born128 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen671 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen147 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Beaver Dam

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Beaver Dam
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000489 (61.7%)303 (38.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999631 (86.2%)101 (13.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999507 (87.9%)70 (12.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999639 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over778 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Beaver Dam

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Beaver Dam
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6104 (81.2%)24 (18.8%)
6 to 18 Years405 (60.4%)320 (47.7%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)147 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years238 (34.3%)238 (34.3%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)76 (35.3%)
45 to 54 Years24 (10.0%)210 (87.1%)
55 to 64 Years213 (26.7%)502 (63.0%)
65 to 74 Years291 (95.4%)154 (50.5%)
75 Years and over321 (100.0%)226 (70.4%)
Total1,596 (45.4%)1,897 (53.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Beaver Dam

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Beaver Dam
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)26 (27.7%)
5 to 17 Years105 (20.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years44 (8.4%)24 (6.7%)
35 to 64 Years121 (19.2%)94 (15.1%)
65 to 74 Years51 (34.0%)20 (12.9%)
75 Years and over115 (68.9%)115 (74.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Beaver Dam

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Beaver Dam: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)26 (27.7%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years44 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years15 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over23 (13.8%)59 (38.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Beaver Dam: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years54 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years44 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years51 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years15 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Beaver Dam: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years88 (17.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years22 (3.5%)62 (10.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over55 (32.9%)54 (35.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Beaver Dam: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years17 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years70 (11.1%)53 (8.5%)
65 to 74 Years51 (34.0%)20 (12.9%)
75 Years and over115 (68.9%)87 (56.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Beaver Dam: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years71 (14.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)17 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)59 (38.3%)

Technology Access in Beaver Dam

Computing Device Access in Beaver Dam

Computing Device Access in Beaver Dam
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop75752.7%
Smartphone89662.4%
Tablet74151.6%
No Computing Device42029.2%
Total1,436100.0%

Internet Access in Beaver Dam

Internet Access in Beaver Dam
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home88561.6%
Cellular Data Only694.8%
Satellite Internet1389.6%
No Internet46832.6%
Total1,436100.0%

Beaver Dam Summary

Beaver Dam is a small city located in Ohio County, Kentucky, United States. It is situated along the Ohio River, approximately 40 miles southwest of Owensboro. The city has a population of approximately 3,000 people and is the county seat of Ohio County.

History

Beaver Dam was founded in 1820 by a group of settlers from Virginia. The city was named after the nearby Beaver Dam Creek, which was named for the large number of beavers that lived in the area. The city was incorporated in 1838 and was the first city in Ohio County.
In the late 19th century, Beaver Dam was a thriving river port and a major center for the tobacco industry. The city was also home to several large manufacturing plants, including a cotton mill, a paper mill, and a furniture factory.

Geography

Beaver Dam is located in the western part of Ohio County, along the Ohio River. The city is situated at an elevation of 463 feet above sea level. The city has a total area of 2.2 square miles, all of which is land.
The climate in Beaver Dam is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The average annual precipitation is around 45 inches.

Economy

Beaver Dam’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several large manufacturing plants, including a cotton mill, a paper mill, and a furniture factory. The city is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Beaver Dam had a population of 3,039 people. The racial makeup of the city was 95.3% White, 1.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
The median household income in Beaver Dam was $31,250, and the median family income was $37,500. The per capita income for the city was $17,845. About 17.2% of families and 20.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.
Beaver Dam is served by the Ohio County School District. The city is home to two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The city also has several private schools, including a Catholic school and a Christian school.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Beaver Dam?
Total Population of Beaver Dam is 3,546.
What is the Total Male Population of Beaver Dam?
Total Male Population of Beaver Dam is 2,045.
What is the Total Female Population of Beaver Dam?
Total Female Population of Beaver Dam is 1,501.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Beaver Dam?
There are 136.24 Males per 100 Females in Beaver Dam.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Beaver Dam?
There are 73.40 Females per 100 Males in Beaver Dam.
What is the Median Population Age in Beaver Dam?
Median Population Age in Beaver Dam is 39.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Beaver Dam
Average Family Size in Beaver Dam is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Beaver Dam
Average Household Size in Beaver Dam is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Beaver Dam?
Per Capita income in Beaver Dam is $28,706.
What is the Median Family Income in Beaver Dam?
Median Family Income in Beaver Dam is $70,266.
What is the Median Household income in Beaver Dam?
Median Household Income in Beaver Dam is $46,624.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Beaver Dam?
Inequality or Gini Index in Beaver Dam is 0.55.
How Large is the Labor Force in Beaver Dam?
There are 1,636 People in the Labor Forcein in Beaver Dam.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Beaver Dam?
57.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Beaver Dam.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Beaver Dam?
Unemployment Rate in Beaver Dam is 6.0%.