Owen County, KY Map & Demographics

Owen County Overview

$28,446
PER CAPITA INCOME
$74,609
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$56,485
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
7.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
92.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,491
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
11,229
TOTAL POPULATION
5,702
MALE POPULATION
5,527
FEMALE POPULATION
103.17
MALES / 100 FEMALES
96.93
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
5,187
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Owen County Area Codes

Income in Owen County

Income Overview in Owen County

Per Capita Income in Owen County is $28,446, while median incomes of families and households are $74,609 and $56,485 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income11,229$28,446
Median Family Income2,789$74,609
Mean Family Income2,789$88,380
Median Household Income4,146$56,485
Mean Household Income4,146$72,858
Income Deficit2,789$9,491
Wage / Income Gap (%)11,2297.49%
Wage / Income Gap ($)11,22992.51¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index11,2290.44

Earnings by Sex in Owen County

Average Earnings in Owen County are $40,180, $41,288 for men and $38,194 for women, a difference of 7.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Owen County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male3,017 (56.8%)$41,288
Female2,298 (43.2%)$38,194
Total5,315 (100.0%)$40,180

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Owen County

The most common earnings brackets in Owen County are $100,000+ for men (352 | 11.7%) and $45,000 to $49,999 for women (285 | 12.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Owen County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less236 (7.8%)144 (6.3%)
$2,500 to $4,999101 (3.4%)145 (6.3%)
$5,000 to $7,49963 (2.1%)59 (2.6%)
$7,500 to $9,99964 (2.1%)52 (2.3%)
$10,000 to $12,49946 (1.5%)118 (5.1%)
$12,500 to $14,99988 (2.9%)76 (3.3%)
$15,000 to $17,49946 (1.5%)26 (1.1%)
$17,500 to $19,99990 (3.0%)24 (1.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49998 (3.3%)143 (6.2%)
$22,500 to $24,999119 (3.9%)94 (4.1%)
$25,000 to $29,999188 (6.2%)86 (3.7%)
$30,000 to $34,999109 (3.6%)148 (6.4%)
$35,000 to $39,999192 (6.4%)86 (3.7%)
$40,000 to $44,999269 (8.9%)132 (5.7%)
$45,000 to $49,999146 (4.8%)285 (12.4%)
$50,000 to $54,999122 (4.0%)232 (10.1%)
$55,000 to $64,999234 (7.8%)158 (6.9%)
$65,000 to $74,999104 (3.5%)90 (3.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999350 (11.6%)110 (4.8%)
$100,000+352 (11.7%)90 (3.9%)
Total3,017 (100.0%)2,298 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Owen County

Average earnings in Owen County are $47,537 for men and $41,419 for women, a difference of 12.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $62,361, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $38,390. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $67,768, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $19,500.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Owen County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$38,390$19,500
High School Diploma$42,055$33,054
College or Associate's Degree$61,875$33,333
Bachelor's Degree$43,878$50,086
Graduate Degree$62,361$67,768
Total$47,537$41,419

Family Income in Owen County

Family Income Brackets in Owen County

According to the Owen County family income data, there are 555 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.9% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 39 families (1.4%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Owen County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000812.9%
$10,000 to $14,999391.4%
$15,000 to $24,9991676.0%
$25,000 to $34,9991736.2%
$35,000 to $49,99940414.5%
$50,000 to $74,99954119.4%
$75,000 to $99,99948017.2%
$100,000 to $149,99955519.9%
$150,000 to $199,9992378.5%
$200,000+1093.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Owen County

5-person families (144 | 5.2%) account for the highest median family income in Owen County with $141,375 per family, while 2-person families (1,195 | 42.8%) have the highest median income of $32,986 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Owen County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,195 (42.8%)$65,972
3-Person Families614 (22.0%)$59,821
4-Person Families590 (21.1%)$82,500
5-Person Families144 (5.2%)$141,375
6-Person Families153 (5.5%)$83,967
7+ Person Families93 (3.3%)$127,734
Total2,789 (100.0%)$74,609

Family Income by Number of Earners in Owen County

The median family income in Owen County is $74,609, with families comprising 3+ earners (432) having the highest median family income of $134,000, while families with no earners (547) have the lowest median family income of $32,377, accounting for 15.5% and 19.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Owen County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners547 (19.6%)$32,377
1 Earner693 (24.8%)$63,347
2 Earners1,117 (40.1%)$79,851
3+ Earners432 (15.5%)$134,000
Total2,789 (100.0%)$74,609

Household Income in Owen County

Household Income Brackets in Owen County

With 763 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Owen County, accounting for 18.4% of all households. In contrast, only 120 households (2.9%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Owen County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002285.5%
$10,000 to $14,9992455.9%
$15,000 to $24,99946811.3%
$25,000 to $34,9993528.5%
$35,000 to $49,99957613.9%
$50,000 to $74,99976318.4%
$75,000 to $99,99953512.9%
$100,000 to $149,99961414.8%
$150,000 to $199,9992455.9%
$200,000+1202.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Owen County

The median household income in Owen County is $56,485, with the highest median household income of $77,500 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,176 households (28.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $28,815, with 1,343 households (32.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Owen County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years49 (1.2%)$33,750
25 to 44 Years1,176 (28.4%)$77,500
45 to 64 Years1,578 (38.1%)$64,864
65+ Years1,343 (32.4%)$28,815
Total4,146 (100.0%)$56,485

Poverty in Owen County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Owen County

With 12.1% poverty level for males and 16.2% for females among the residents of Owen County, 75 year old and over males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 154 males (42.9%) and 34 females (58.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Owen County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years21 (6.2%)43 (15.4%)
5 Years33 (40.2%)34 (58.6%)
6 to 11 Years59 (25.0%)56 (11.6%)
12 to 14 Years15 (4.1%)2 (1.9%)
15 Years2 (1.5%)7 (16.3%)
16 and 17 Years6 (5.6%)13 (7.1%)
18 to 24 Years126 (24.7%)91 (23.4%)
25 to 34 Years55 (9.1%)55 (8.9%)
35 to 44 Years16 (2.5%)66 (9.5%)
45 to 54 Years73 (9.8%)151 (21.1%)
55 to 64 Years99 (11.8%)158 (19.3%)
65 to 74 Years29 (4.1%)109 (17.5%)
75 Years and over154 (42.9%)98 (22.9%)
Total688 (12.1%)883 (16.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Owen County

According to the poverty statistics in Owen County, males aged 15 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 98.5% of males and 98.1% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Owen County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years316 (93.8%)236 (84.6%)
5 Years49 (59.8%)24 (41.4%)
6 to 11 Years177 (75.0%)429 (88.4%)
12 to 14 Years353 (95.9%)104 (98.1%)
15 Years134 (98.5%)36 (83.7%)
16 and 17 Years101 (94.4%)170 (92.9%)
18 to 24 Years385 (75.3%)297 (76.5%)
25 to 34 Years552 (90.9%)564 (91.1%)
35 to 44 Years622 (97.5%)628 (90.5%)
45 to 54 Years674 (90.2%)564 (78.9%)
55 to 64 Years739 (88.2%)660 (80.7%)
65 to 74 Years677 (95.9%)515 (82.5%)
75 Years and over205 (57.1%)330 (77.1%)
Total4,984 (87.9%)4,557 (83.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Owen County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Owen County show that 6.5% or 153 of the total 2,356 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 10.2%, comprising of 87 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Owen County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,178 (95.0%)62 (5.0%)
1 or 2 Children768 (89.8%)87 (10.2%)
3 or 4 Children200 (98.0%)4 (2.0%)
5 or more Children57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,203 (93.5%)153 (6.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Owen County

According to the poverty data in Owen County, 12.5% or 24 single-father households and 34.0% or 82 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Owen County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children19 (19.8%)5 (7.7%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)56 (36.1%)
3 or 4 Children5 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Total24 (12.5%)82 (34.0%)

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

The poverty data for Owen County shows that 153 of the married-couple family households (6.5%) and 106 of the single-parent households (24.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 87 households (10.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Owen County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children62 (5.0%)24 (14.9%)
1 or 2 Children87 (10.2%)56 (22.8%)
3 or 4 Children4 (2.0%)17 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Total153 (6.5%)106 (24.5%)

Race in Owen County

The most populous races in Owen County are White / Caucasian (10,588 | 94.3%), Two or more Races (438 | 3.9%), and Black / African American (117 | 1.0%).
Race in Owen County
Race# Population% Population
Asian170.2%
Black / African American1171.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino630.6%
Native / Alaskan30.0%
White / Caucasian10,58894.3%
Two or more Races4383.9%
Some other Race660.6%
Total11,229100.0%

Ancestry in Owen County

The most populous ancestries reported in Owen County are German (2,155 | 19.2%), American (1,681 | 15.0%), Irish (1,401 | 12.5%), English (939 | 8.4%), and Scottish (217 | 1.9%), together accounting for 56.9% of all Owen County residents.
Ancestry in Owen County
Ancestry# Population% Population
African510.4%
American1,68115.0%
Blackfeet100.1%
British460.4%
Canadian40.0%
Celtic40.0%
Cherokee640.6%
Colombian30.0%
Croatian90.1%
Czech50.0%
Dutch360.3%
Eastern European320.3%
English9398.4%
European1541.4%
French2111.9%
French Canadian50.0%
German2,15519.2%
Hungarian480.4%
Irish1,40112.5%
Italian1121.0%
Korean480.4%
Mexican240.2%
Polish270.2%
Puerto Rican270.2%
Romanian120.1%
Russian50.0%
Scandinavian1060.9%
Scotch-Irish770.7%
Scottish2171.9%
South American30.0%
Subsaharan African510.4%
Swiss80.1%
Ukrainian10.0%
Welsh1341.2%
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Immigrants in Owen County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Owen County came from Europe (14 | 0.1%), Germany (14 | 0.1%), Western Europe (14 | 0.1%), Africa (5 | 0.0%), and Liberia (5 | 0.0%), together accounting for 0.4% of all Owen County residents.
Immigrants in Owen County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa50.0%
Asia20.0%
Central America20.0%
Colombia20.0%
Europe140.1%
Germany140.1%
Latin America40.0%
Liberia50.0%
Mexico20.0%
South America20.0%
South Eastern Asia20.0%
Thailand20.0%
Western Africa50.0%
Western Europe140.1%
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Sex and Age in Owen County

Sex and Age in Owen County

The most populous age groups in Owen County are 60 to 64 Years (584 | 10.2%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (458 | 8.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Owen County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years337 (5.9%)279 (5.1%)
5 to 9 Years228 (4.0%)443 (8.0%)
10 to 14 Years460 (8.1%)219 (4.0%)
15 to 19 Years346 (6.1%)304 (5.5%)
20 to 24 Years408 (7.2%)310 (5.6%)
25 to 29 Years300 (5.3%)315 (5.7%)
30 to 34 Years307 (5.4%)304 (5.5%)
35 to 39 Years200 (3.5%)358 (6.5%)
40 to 44 Years438 (7.7%)336 (6.1%)
45 to 49 Years350 (6.1%)355 (6.4%)
50 to 54 Years403 (7.1%)360 (6.5%)
55 to 59 Years254 (4.4%)458 (8.3%)
60 to 64 Years584 (10.2%)370 (6.7%)
65 to 69 Years321 (5.6%)320 (5.8%)
70 to 74 Years391 (6.9%)329 (5.9%)
75 to 79 Years157 (2.8%)153 (2.8%)
80 to 84 Years150 (2.6%)74 (1.3%)
85 Years and over68 (1.2%)240 (4.3%)
Total5,702 (100.0%)5,527 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Owen County

Median Family Size in Owen County

The median family size in Owen County is 3.32 persons per family, with single male/father families (192 | 6.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.63 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (2,356 | 84.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.29 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Owen County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple2,356 (84.5%)3.29
Single Male/Father192 (6.9%)3.63
Single Female/Mother241 (8.6%)3.38
Total Families2,789 (100.0%)3.32

Median Household Size in Owen County

The median household size in Owen County is 2.68 persons per household, with single female/mother households (241 | 5.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.24 persons per household. non-family households (1,357 | 32.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Owen County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple2,356 (56.8%)3.29
Single Male/Father192 (4.6%)4.06
Single Female/Mother241 (5.8%)4.24
Non-family1,357 (32.7%)1.17
Total Households4,146 (100.0%)2.68

Household Size by Marriage Status in Owen County

Out of a total of 4,146 households in Owen County, 2,789 (67.3%) are family households, while 1,357 (32.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,158, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,170.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Owen County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,170 (28.2%)
2-Person Households1,158 (27.9%)173 (4.2%)
3-Person Households587 (14.2%)5 (0.1%)
4-Person Households603 (14.5%)9 (0.2%)
5-Person Households192 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households144 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households105 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,789 (67.3%)1,357 (32.7%)

Female Fertility in Owen County

Fertility by Age in Owen County

Average fertility rate in Owen County is 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 115.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 84.3% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Owen County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years107 (84.3%)115.0
35 to 50 years20 (15.8%)18.0
Total127 (100.0%)54.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Owen County

55.1% of women with births (127) in Owen County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 53.3% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Owen County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years50 (46.7%)57 (53.3%)
35 to 50 years20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total70 (55.1%)57 (44.9%)

Fertility by Education in Owen County

Average fertility rate in Owen County is 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the highest fertility rate of 104.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 7.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 47.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Owen County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School4 (3.2%)7.0
High School Diploma60 (47.2%)72.0
College or Associate's Degree48 (37.8%)104.0
Bachelor's Degree14 (11.0%)33.0
Graduate Degree1 (0.8%)13.0
Total127 (100.0%)54.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Owen County

44.9% of women with births in Owen County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 75.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Owen County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma15 (25.0%)45 (75.0%)
College or Associate's Degree36 (75.0%)12 (25.0%)
Bachelor's Degree14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total70 (55.1%)57 (44.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Owen County

Employment by Class of Employer in Owen County

Among the 4,839 employed individuals in Owen County, private company employees (3,019 | 62.4%), state government employees (582 | 12.0%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (396 | 8.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Owen County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees3,01962.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)2104.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)3968.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations1863.8%
Local Government Employees3316.8%
State Government Employees58212.0%
Federal Government Employees1152.4%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total4,839100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Owen County

According to the labor force statistics for Owen County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (9,084), 57.1% or 5,187 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 239 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 89.9% or 549 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 60 to 64 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.6% or 49 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Owen County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years173 (36.7%)3 (1.7%)
20 to 24 Years577 (80.4%)41 (7.1%)
25 to 29 Years485 (78.9%)9 (1.9%)
30 to 34 Years549 (89.9%)12 (2.2%)
35 to 44 Years1,122 (84.2%)68 (6.1%)
45 to 54 Years1,083 (73.8%)14 (1.3%)
55 to 59 Years507 (71.2%)42 (8.3%)
60 to 64 Years463 (48.5%)49 (10.6%)
65 to 74 Years180 (13.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over52 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,187 (57.1%)239 (4.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Owen County

According to labor force statistics for Owen County, 73.9% of individuals (4,206) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (5,692) are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 193 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 94.8% or 1,131 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.2% or 22 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Owen County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School356 (44.7%)49 (6.2%)
High School Diploma1,801 (75.3%)134 (5.6%)
College / Associate Degree921 (70.3%)67 (5.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,131 (94.8%)25 (2.1%)
Total4,206 (73.9%)262 (4.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Owen County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Owen County are Community & Social Service (356 | 7.2%), Management (342 | 6.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (320 | 6.5%), Business & Financial (237 | 4.8%), and Education Instruction & Library (215 | 4.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Owen County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Owen County, the most male-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (94.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (92.5%), and Education Instruction & Library (81.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Owen County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management164 (47.9%)178 (52.0%)
Business & Financial98 (41.3%)139 (58.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science129 (62.0%)79 (38.0%)
Computers & Mathematics21 (33.3%)42 (66.7%)
Architecture & Engineering45 (57.7%)33 (42.3%)
Life, Physical & Social Science63 (94.0%)4 (6.0%)
Community & Social Service 94 (26.4%)262 (73.6%)
Education, Arts & Media39 (30.9%)87 (69.1%)
Legal Services & Support8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library40 (18.6%)175 (81.4%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating24 (7.5%)296 (92.5%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)140 (100.0%)
Total (Category)509 (34.8%)954 (65.2%)
Total (Overall)2,787 (56.3%)2,165 (43.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Owen County are Food Preparation & Serving (329 | 6.6%), Security & Protection (142 | 2.9%), Healthcare Support (131 | 2.6%), Firefighting & Prevention (120 | 2.4%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (93 | 1.9%).
Services Occupations in Owen County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Owen County, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (90.3%), Firefighting & Prevention (82.5%), and Security & Protection (80.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (62.0%), and Personal Care & Service (50.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Owen County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)131 (100.0%)
Security & Protection114 (80.3%)28 (19.7%)
Firefighting & Prevention99 (82.5%)21 (17.5%)
Law Enforcement15 (68.2%)7 (31.8%)
Food Preparation & Serving125 (38.0%)204 (62.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance84 (90.3%)9 (9.7%)
Personal Care & Service44 (50.0%)44 (50.0%)
Total (Category)367 (46.9%)416 (53.1%)
Total (Overall)2,787 (56.3%)2,165 (43.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Owen County are Office & Administration (493 | 10.0%), and Sales & Related (431 | 8.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Owen County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Owen County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related185 (42.9%)246 (57.1%)
Office & Administration216 (43.8%)277 (56.2%)
Total (Category)401 (43.4%)523 (56.6%)
Total (Overall)2,787 (56.3%)2,165 (43.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Owen County are Construction & Extraction (423 | 8.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (207 | 4.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (30 | 0.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Owen County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Owen County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry21 (70.0%)9 (30.0%)
Construction & Extraction423 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair207 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)651 (98.6%)9 (1.4%)
Total (Overall)2,787 (56.3%)2,165 (43.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Owen County are Production (621 | 12.5%), Transportation (311 | 6.3%), and Material Moving (190 | 3.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Owen County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Owen County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production473 (76.2%)148 (23.8%)
Transportation262 (84.2%)49 (15.8%)
Material Moving124 (65.3%)66 (34.7%)
Total (Category)859 (76.6%)263 (23.4%)
Total (Overall)2,787 (56.3%)2,165 (43.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Owen County

Employment Industries in Owen County

The major employment industries in Owen County include Manufacturing (996 | 20.1%), Public Administration (541 | 10.9%), Retail Trade (512 | 10.3%), Construction (503 | 10.2%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (442 | 8.9%).
Employment Industries in Owen County

Employment Industries by Sex in Owen County

The Owen County industries that see more men than women are Transportation & Warehousing (90.5%), Utilities (90.1%), and Construction (87.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (92.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (91.6%), and Educational Services (86.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Owen County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting108 (81.2%)25 (18.8%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction440 (87.5%)63 (12.5%)
Manufacturing691 (69.4%)305 (30.6%)
Wholesale Trade104 (86.7%)16 (13.3%)
Retail Trade244 (47.7%)268 (52.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing209 (90.5%)22 (9.5%)
Utilities145 (90.1%)16 (9.9%)
Information15 (60.0%)10 (40.0%)
Finance & Insurance12 (7.2%)155 (92.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing18 (24.0%)57 (76.0%)
Professional & Scientific27 (49.1%)28 (50.9%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support111 (78.2%)31 (21.8%)
Educational Services50 (13.7%)316 (86.3%)
Health Care & Social Assistance37 (8.4%)405 (91.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation61 (69.3%)27 (30.7%)
Accommodation & Food Services191 (60.3%)126 (39.8%)
Public Administration271 (50.1%)270 (49.9%)
Total2,787 (56.3%)2,165 (43.7%)

Education in Owen County

School Enrollment in Owen County

The most common levels of schooling among the 2,128 students in Owen County are middle school (609 | 28.6%), elementary school (534 | 25.1%), and high school (505 | 23.7%).
School Enrollment in Owen County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1205.6%
Kindergarten673.2%
Elementary School53425.1%
Middle School60928.6%
High School50523.7%
College / Undergraduate2089.8%
Graduate / Professional854.0%
Total2,128100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Owen County

Out of a total of 2,128 students who are enrolled in schools in Owen County, 419 (19.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,709 (80.3%) 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 17 (54.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 35 years and over has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 103 (88.8% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Owen County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds14 (45.2%)17 (54.8%)
5 to 9 Year Old512 (78.3%)142 (21.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds576 (84.8%)103 (15.2%)
15 to 17 Year Olds329 (82.9%)68 (17.1%)
18 to 19 Year Olds32 (86.5%)5 (13.5%)
20 to 24 Year Olds87 (75.0%)29 (25.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds55 (56.1%)43 (43.9%)
35 Years and over103 (88.8%)13 (11.2%)
Total1,709 (80.3%)419 (19.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Owen County

Education (231 | 14.4%), science & technology (216 | 13.5%), bio, nature & agricultural (203 | 12.7%), arts & humanities (185 | 11.6%), and business (157 | 9.8%) are the most common fields of study among 1,602 individuals in Owen County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Owen County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics714.4%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural20312.7%
Physical & Health Sciences533.3%
Psychology332.1%
Social Sciences503.1%
Engineering372.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology21613.5%
Business1579.8%
Education23114.4%
Literature & Languages513.2%
Liberal Arts & History744.6%
Visual & Performing Arts1308.1%
Communications1116.9%
Arts & Humanities18511.6%
Total1,602100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Owen County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Owen County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Owen County are males with 3 vehicles (865, accounting for 31.7%) and females with 3 vehicles (629, making up 41.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Owen County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle31 (1.1%)18 (0.9%)
1 Vehicle354 (13.0%)238 (11.3%)
2 Vehicles793 (29.0%)783 (37.1%)
3 Vehicles865 (31.7%)629 (29.8%)
4 Vehicles320 (11.7%)127 (6.0%)
5 or more Vehicles368 (13.5%)313 (14.8%)
Total2,731 (100.0%)2,108 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Owen County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Owen County are 60 to 89 minutes (612 commuters, 13.9%), 30 to 34 minutes (592 commuters, 13.5%), and 45 to 59 minutes (568 commuters, 12.9%).
Commute Time in Owen County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes3548.1%
5 to 9 Minutes1954.4%
10 to 14 Minutes3187.2%
15 to 19 Minutes4169.5%
20 to 24 Minutes4059.2%
25 to 29 Minutes1413.2%
30 to 34 Minutes59213.5%
35 to 39 Minutes1453.3%
40 to 44 Minutes3327.6%
45 to 59 Minutes56812.9%
60 to 89 Minutes61213.9%
90 or more Minutes3137.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Owen County

The most common commute times in Owen County are 60 to 89 minutes (481 commuters, 18.3%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (272 commuters, 15.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Owen County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes198 (7.5%)156 (8.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes93 (3.5%)102 (5.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes154 (5.9%)164 (9.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes212 (8.1%)204 (11.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes165 (6.3%)240 (13.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes121 (4.6%)20 (1.1%)
30 to 34 Minutes320 (12.2%)272 (15.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes119 (4.5%)26 (1.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes101 (3.8%)231 (13.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes426 (16.2%)142 (8.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes481 (18.3%)131 (7.4%)
90 or more Minutes236 (9.0%)77 (4.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Owen County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Owen County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (362, 13.8%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (243, 13.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Owen County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM344 (13.1%)122 (6.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM176 (6.7%)88 (5.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM96 (3.7%)125 (7.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM362 (13.8%)152 (8.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM276 (10.5%)141 (8.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM331 (12.6%)232 (13.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM160 (6.1%)243 (13.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM186 (7.1%)111 (6.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM7 (0.3%)31 (1.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM86 (3.3%)108 (6.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM97 (3.7%)33 (1.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM31 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM340 (13.0%)147 (8.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM134 (5.1%)232 (13.1%)
Total2,626 (100.0%)1,765 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Owen County

Occupancy by Ownership in Owen County

Of the total 4,146 dwellings in Owen County, owner-occupied units account for 3,546 (85.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 600 (14.5%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Owen County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units3,54685.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units60014.5%
Total Occupied Housing Units4,146100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Owen County

Occupancy by Household Size in Owen County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,17028.2%
2-Person Household1,33132.1%
3-Person Household59214.3%
4+ Person Household1,05325.4%
Total Housing Units4,146100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Owen County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Owen County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,015 (86.8%)155 (13.3%)
2-Person Household1,176 (88.3%)155 (11.7%)
3-Person Household465 (78.5%)127 (21.4%)
4+ Person Household890 (84.5%)163 (15.5%)
Total Housing Units3,546 (85.5%)600 (14.5%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Owen County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Owen County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School494 (80.2%)122 (19.8%)
High School Diploma1,373 (84.9%)245 (15.1%)
College/Associate Degree870 (82.9%)179 (17.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher809 (93.7%)54 (6.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Owen County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Owen County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years49011.8%
35 to 44 Years73517.7%
45 to 54 Years69916.9%
55 to 64 Years87921.2%
65 to 74 Years80519.4%
75 to 84 Years3588.6%
85 Years and Over1804.3%
Total4,146100.0%

Housing Finances in Owen County

Median Income by Occupancy in Owen County

Median Income by Occupancy in Owen County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied3,546 (85.5%)$57,219
Renter-Occupied600 (14.5%)$46,406
Average4,146 (100.0%)$56,485

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Owen County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Owen County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00097 (2.7%)28 (4.7%)
$5,000 to $9,99985 (2.4%)16 (2.7%)
$10,000 to $14,999134 (3.8%)110 (18.3%)
$15,000 to $19,999205 (5.8%)33 (5.5%)
$20,000 to $24,999182 (5.1%)47 (7.8%)
$25,000 to $34,999314 (8.9%)39 (6.5%)
$35,000 to $49,999543 (15.3%)34 (5.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999548 (15.4%)213 (35.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999488 (13.8%)48 (8.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999614 (17.3%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more336 (9.5%)32 (5.3%)
Total3,546 (100.0%)600 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Owen County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Owen County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300467 (13.2%)37 (6.2%)
$300 to $4991,006 (28.4%)57 (9.5%)
$500 to $799663 (18.7%)154 (25.7%)
$800 to $999217 (6.1%)101 (16.8%)
$1,000 to $1,499525 (14.8%)131 (21.8%)
$1,500 to $1,999423 (11.9%)24 (4.0%)
$2,000 to $2,499103 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99981 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more61 (1.7%)23 (3.8%)
Total3,546 (100.0%)600 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Owen County

Housing Structures in Owen County

Housing Structures in Owen County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,77867.0%
Single Unit, Attached340.8%
2 Unit Apartments461.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments721.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1042.5%
10 or more Apartments260.6%
Mobile Home / Other1,08626.2%
Total4,146100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Owen County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Owen County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,562 (92.2%)216 (7.8%)
Single Unit, Attached34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)46 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)72 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)104 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other950 (87.5%)136 (12.5%)
Total3,546 (85.5%)600 (14.5%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Owen County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Owen County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms119 (3.4%)143 (23.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,192 (33.6%)215 (35.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,602 (45.2%)119 (19.8%)
8 or more Rooms633 (17.8%)123 (20.5%)
Total3,546 (100.0%)600 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Owen County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Owen County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas168 (4.7%)21 (3.5%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas964 (27.2%)37 (6.2%)
Electricity2,089 (58.9%)518 (86.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene72 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels239 (6.7%)18 (3.0%)
No Fuel Used14 (0.4%)6 (1.0%)
Total3,546 (100.0%)600 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Owen County

Household Vehicle Usage in Owen County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle45 (1.3%)70 (11.7%)
1 Vehicle988 (27.9%)271 (45.2%)
2 Vehicles1,236 (34.9%)161 (26.8%)
3 or more Vehicles1,277 (36.0%)98 (16.3%)
Total3,546 (100.0%)600 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Owen County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Owen County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,8961,650
Median Property Value$110,900$163,800
Median Household Income$45,133$249
Monthly Housing Costs$392$61
Real Estate Taxes$939$65

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Owen County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Owen County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000440 (23.2%)128 (7.8%)
$50,000 to $99,999449 (23.7%)262 (15.9%)
$100,000 to $299,999867 (45.7%)953 (57.8%)
$300,000 to $499,99989 (4.7%)215 (13.0%)
$500,000 to $749,99951 (2.7%)33 (2.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)59 (3.6%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,896 (100.0%)1,650 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Owen County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Owen County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000159 (8.4%)79 (4.8%)
$10,000 to $24,999345 (18.2%)23 (1.4%)
$25,000 to $34,999249 (13.1%)176 (10.7%)
$35,000 to $49,999291 (15.3%)65 (3.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999262 (13.8%)252 (15.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999286 (15.1%)286 (17.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999217 (11.5%)202 (12.2%)
$150,000 or more87 (4.6%)397 (24.1%)
Total1,896 (100.0%)1,650 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Owen County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Owen County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x732 (38.6%)83,103 (5,036.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x385 (20.3%)753 (45.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x196 (10.3%)362 (21.9%)
4.0x or more548 (28.9%)256 (15.5%)
Total1,896 (100.0%)1,650 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Owen County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Owen County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800755 (39.8%)8 (0.5%)
$800 to $1,499635 (33.5%)308 (18.7%)
$800 to $1,499397 (20.9%)658 (39.9%)
Total1,896 (100.0%)1,650 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Owen County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Owen County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Owen County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years715 (94.6%)41 (5.4%)
6 to 18 Years1,619 (93.3%)116 (6.7%)
19 to 25 Years827 (78.7%)224 (21.3%)
26 to 34 Years933 (91.6%)85 (8.4%)
35 to 44 Years1,265 (95.0%)67 (5.0%)
45 to 54 Years1,249 (85.4%)213 (14.6%)
55 to 64 Years1,473 (88.9%)183 (11.1%)
65 to 74 Years1,330 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older787 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10,198 (91.6%)929 (8.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Owen County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Owen County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born715 (94.6%)41 (5.4%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,619 (93.3%)116 (6.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen827 (78.7%)224 (21.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Owen County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Owen County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,676 (97.6%)41 (2.4%)
$25,000 to $49,9992,168 (92.9%)166 (7.1%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,752 (87.0%)263 (13.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,575 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over3,027 (86.8%)459 (13.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Owen County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Owen County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6325 (43.0%)414 (54.8%)
6 to 18 Years595 (34.3%)1,066 (61.4%)
19 to 25 Years184 (17.5%)654 (62.2%)
25 to 34 Years158 (15.5%)808 (79.4%)
35 to 44 Years266 (20.0%)1,024 (76.9%)
45 to 54 Years497 (34.0%)800 (54.7%)
55 to 64 Years525 (31.7%)1,109 (67.0%)
65 to 74 Years1,272 (95.6%)687 (51.6%)
75 Years and over785 (99.8%)414 (52.6%)
Total4,607 (41.4%)6,976 (62.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Owen County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Owen County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years72 (7.7%)19 (2.1%)
18 to 34 Years126 (11.3%)28 (2.8%)
35 to 64 Years369 (16.6%)447 (20.1%)
65 to 74 Years359 (50.8%)200 (32.1%)
75 Years and over204 (56.8%)253 (59.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Owen County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Owen County: <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 Years23 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years127 (5.7%)53 (2.4%)
65 to 74 Years180 (25.5%)18 (2.9%)
75 Years and over98 (27.3%)58 (13.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Owen County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years92 (4.1%)83 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years38 (5.4%)62 (9.9%)
75 Years and over15 (4.2%)31 (7.2%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Owen County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years72 (7.7%)8 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years72 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years134 (6.0%)227 (10.2%)
65 to 74 Years152 (21.5%)99 (15.9%)
75 Years and over118 (32.9%)67 (15.7%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Owen County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years18 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)19 (1.9%)
35 to 64 Years156 (7.0%)185 (8.3%)
65 to 74 Years153 (21.7%)128 (20.5%)
75 Years and over147 (40.9%)185 (43.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Owen County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years27 (2.9%)11 (1.2%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)19 (1.9%)
35 to 64 Years98 (4.4%)46 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years62 (8.8%)76 (12.2%)
75 Years and over105 (29.2%)142 (33.2%)

Technology Access in Owen County

Computing Device Access in Owen County

Computing Device Access in Owen County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,71165.4%
Smartphone3,15376.0%
Tablet1,77242.7%
No Computing Device61814.9%
Total4,146100.0%

Internet Access in Owen County

Internet Access in Owen County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet30.1%
Broadband Home1,70541.1%
Cellular Data Only77618.7%
Satellite Internet59714.4%
No Internet1,13427.4%
Total4,146100.0%

Owen County Summary

Owen County is located in the Bluegrass region of Kentucky, and is bordered by Grant, Gallatin, Carroll, and Henry counties. The county seat is Owenton, and the county was established in 1819. The county is named for Colonel Abraham Owen, a Revolutionary War veteran.

Geography

Owen County is located in the Bluegrass region of Kentucky, and is bordered by Grant, Gallatin, Carroll, and Henry counties. The county has a total area of 246 square miles, of which 246 square miles is land and 0.2 square miles is water. The county is located in the Inner Bluegrass region of Kentucky, and is characterized by rolling hills and fertile soils. The county is drained by the Kentucky River and its tributaries, including the Elkhorn Creek, Eagle Creek, and Licking River.
The highest point in the county is located in the northwest corner, at an elevation of 890 feet. The lowest point is located in the southeast corner, at an elevation of 590 feet. The county is home to several state parks, including the Kentucky River Palisades State Nature Preserve, the Elkhorn Creek State Nature Preserve, and the Eagle Creek State Nature Preserve.

Economy

Owen County has a diverse economy, with a mix of agriculture, manufacturing, and services. The county is home to several large employers, including the Kentucky River Palisades State Nature Preserve, the Elkhorn Creek State Nature Preserve, and the Eagle Creek State Nature Preserve. The county is also home to several small businesses, including a number of farms, restaurants, and retail stores.
Agriculture is a major part of the county's economy, with corn, soybeans, wheat, and hay being the primary crops. Livestock production is also important, with beef cattle, dairy cattle, and hogs being the primary animals raised.
Manufacturing is also an important part of the county's economy, with several large employers located in the county. The largest employer is the Owensboro-Daviess County Industrial Park, which is home to several large manufacturing companies. Other major employers include the Owensboro-Daviess County Airport, the Owensboro-Daviess County Convention Center, and the Owensboro-Daviess County Public Library.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Owen County was 10,845, with a population density of 44.3 people per square mile. The median age was 40.2 years, and the median household income was $41,945. The racial makeup of the county was 95.3% White, 1.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
The largest ancestry groups in the county were German (25.3%), Irish (17.2%), English (14.2%), and American (13.2%). The largest religious affiliations were Baptist (30.2%), Methodist (14.2%), and Catholic (10.2%).

Conclusion

Owen County is located in the Bluegrass region of Kentucky, and is bordered by Grant, Gallatin, Carroll, and Henry counties. The county has a total area of 246 square miles, and is characterized by rolling hills and fertile soils. The county has a diverse economy, with a mix of agriculture, manufacturing, and services. As of the 2010 census, the population of Owen County was 10,845, with a median age of 40.2 years and a median household income of $41,945. The largest ancestry groups in the county were German, Irish, English, and American. The largest religious affiliations were Baptist, Methodist, and Catholic.

Common Questions

What is Per Capita Income in Owen County?
Per Capita income in Owen County is $28,446.
What is the Median Family Income in Owen County?
Median Family Income in Owen County is $74,609.
What is the Median Household income in Owen County?
Median Household Income in Owen County is $56,485.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Owen County?
Income or Wage Gap in Owen County is 7.5%.
Women in Owen County earn 92.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Owen County?
Family Income Deficit in Owen County is $9,491.
Families that are below poverty line in Owen County earn $9,491 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Owen County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Owen County is 0.44.
What is the Total Population of Owen County?
Total Population of Owen County is 11,229.
What is the Total Male Population of Owen County?
Total Male Population of Owen County is 5,702.
What is the Total Female Population of Owen County?
Total Female Population of Owen County is 5,527.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Owen County?
There are 103.17 Males per 100 Females in Owen County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Owen County?
There are 96.93 Females per 100 Males in Owen County.
What is the Median Population Age in Owen County?
Median Population Age in Owen County is 42.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Owen County
Average Family Size in Owen County is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Owen County
Average Household Size in Owen County is 2.7 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Owen County?
There are 5,187 People in the Labor Forcein in Owen County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Owen County?
57.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Owen County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Owen County?
Unemployment Rate in Owen County is 4.6%.