Mortons Gap, KY

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Mortons Gap Overview

841
TOTAL POPULATION
393
MALE POPULATION
448
FEMALE POPULATION
87.72
MALES / 100 FEMALES
113.99
FEMALES / 100 MALES
46.6
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$20,953
PER CAPITA INCOME
$52,083
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$39,205
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
43.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
57.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
277
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
39.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Mortons Gap Zip Codes

Mortons Gap Area Codes

Race in Mortons Gap

The most populous races in Mortons Gap are White / Caucasian (793 | 94.3%), Black / African American (30 | 3.6%), and Two or more Races (18 | 2.1%).
Race in Mortons Gap
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American303.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino151.8%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian79394.3%
Two or more Races182.1%
Some other Race00.0%
Total841100.0%

Ancestry in Mortons Gap

The most populous ancestries reported in Mortons Gap are Irish (119 | 14.1%), English (78 | 9.3%), German (62 | 7.4%), American (47 | 5.6%), and Scottish (42 | 5.0%), together accounting for 41.4% of all Mortons Gap residents.
Ancestry in Mortons Gap
Ancestry# Population% Population
American475.6%
British60.7%
Czech30.4%
Dutch172.0%
English789.3%
European303.6%
German627.4%
Irish11914.1%
Jamaican141.7%
Mexican131.5%
Puerto Rican20.2%
Scottish425.0%
Slovene30.4%
Welsh60.7%
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Immigrants in Mortons Gap

Immigrants in Mortons Gap
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Mortons Gap

Sex and Age in Mortons Gap

The most populous age groups in Mortons Gap are 55 to 59 Years (58 | 14.8%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (99 | 22.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Mortons Gap
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years38 (9.7%)39 (8.7%)
5 to 9 Years16 (4.1%)18 (4.0%)
10 to 14 Years9 (2.3%)17 (3.8%)
15 to 19 Years14 (3.6%)13 (2.9%)
20 to 24 Years17 (4.3%)21 (4.7%)
25 to 29 Years40 (10.2%)27 (6.0%)
30 to 34 Years25 (6.4%)28 (6.2%)
35 to 39 Years24 (6.1%)16 (3.6%)
40 to 44 Years31 (7.9%)12 (2.7%)
45 to 49 Years24 (6.1%)20 (4.5%)
50 to 54 Years13 (3.3%)20 (4.5%)
55 to 59 Years58 (14.8%)99 (22.1%)
60 to 64 Years19 (4.8%)26 (5.8%)
65 to 69 Years42 (10.7%)23 (5.1%)
70 to 74 Years6 (1.5%)12 (2.7%)
75 to 79 Years17 (4.3%)22 (4.9%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)14 (3.1%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)21 (4.7%)
Total393 (100.0%)448 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Mortons Gap

Median Family Size in Mortons Gap

The median family size in Mortons Gap is 2.78 persons per family, with married-couple families (165 | 68.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.85 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (44 | 18.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.43 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Mortons Gap
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple165 (68.8%)2.85
Single Male/Father44 (18.3%)2.43
Single Female/Mother31 (12.9%)2.84
Total Families240 (100.0%)2.78

Median Household Size in Mortons Gap

The median household size in Mortons Gap is 2.33 persons per household, with single female/mother households (31 | 8.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.16 persons per household. non-family households (121 | 33.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Mortons Gap
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple165 (45.7%)2.85
Single Male/Father44 (12.2%)2.84
Single Female/Mother31 (8.6%)3.16
Non-family121 (33.5%)1.21
Total Households361 (100.0%)2.33

Household Size by Marriage Status in Mortons Gap

Out of a total of 361 households in Mortons Gap, 240 (66.5%) are family households, while 121 (33.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 119, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 97.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Mortons Gap
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-97 (26.9%)
2-Person Households119 (33.0%)24 (6.7%)
3-Person Households60 (16.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households36 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households22 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households3 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total240 (66.5%)121 (33.5%)

Female Fertility in Mortons Gap

Fertility by Age in Mortons Gap

Average fertility rate in Mortons Gap is 88.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 158.0 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 Mortons Gap
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years12 (100.0%)158.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total12 (100.0%)88.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mortons Gap

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mortons Gap
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Mortons Gap

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Mortons Gap
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 Degree12 (100.0%)293.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total12 (100.0%)88.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mortons Gap

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mortons Gap
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%)12 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)

Income in Mortons Gap

Income Overview in Mortons Gap

Per Capita Income in Mortons Gap is $20,953, while median incomes of families and households are $52,083 and $39,205 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income841$20,953
Median Family Income240$52,083
Mean Family Income240$55,506
Median Household Income361$39,205
Mean Household Income361$49,064
Income Deficit240$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)84143.02%
Wage / Income Gap ($)84156.98¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index8410.43

Earnings by Sex in Mortons Gap

Average Earnings in Mortons Gap are $34,250, $39,250 for men and $22,366 for women, a difference of 43.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Mortons Gap
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male182 (60.9%)$39,250
Female117 (39.1%)$22,366
Total299 (100.0%)$34,250

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mortons Gap

The most common earnings brackets in Mortons Gap are $35,000 to $39,999 for men (26 | 14.3%) and $20,000 to $22,499 for women (28 | 23.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mortons Gap
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)12 (10.3%)
$5,000 to $7,4997 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)6 (5.1%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)6 (5.1%)
$12,500 to $14,99912 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4995 (2.8%)3 (2.6%)
$17,500 to $19,9998 (4.4%)5 (4.3%)
$20,000 to $22,4993 (1.7%)28 (23.9%)
$22,500 to $24,99916 (8.8%)9 (7.7%)
$25,000 to $29,9994 (2.2%)14 (12.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99913 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99926 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99912 (6.6%)6 (5.1%)
$45,000 to $49,99913 (7.1%)3 (2.6%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)12 (10.3%)
$55,000 to $64,99910 (5.5%)3 (2.6%)
$65,000 to $74,99923 (12.6%)7 (6.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99918 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+12 (6.6%)3 (2.6%)
Total182 (100.0%)117 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mortons Gap

Average earnings in Mortons Gap are $40,417 for men and $23,750 for women, a difference of 41.2%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $40,313, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $39,750. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $22,386, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $21,458.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mortons Gap
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$40,313$21,458
College or Associate's Degree$39,750$22,386
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$40,417$23,750

Family Income in Mortons Gap

Family Income Brackets in Mortons Gap

According to the Mortons Gap family income data, there are 59 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.6% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Mortons Gap
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0002711.3%
$10,000 to $14,999145.8%
$15,000 to $24,999156.3%
$25,000 to $34,9994117.1%
$35,000 to $49,999187.5%
$50,000 to $74,9994719.6%
$75,000 to $99,9995924.6%
$100,000 to $149,99962.5%
$150,000 to $199,999135.4%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mortons Gap

2-person families (127 | 52.9%) account for the highest median family income in Mortons Gap with $60,625 per family, while 2-person families (127 | 52.9%) have the highest median income of $30,312 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mortons Gap
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families127 (52.9%)$60,625
3-Person Families72 (30.0%)$0
4-Person Families23 (9.6%)$0
5-Person Families15 (6.2%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families3 (1.3%)$0
Total240 (100.0%)$52,083

Family Income by Number of Earners in Mortons Gap

Family Income by Number of Earners in Mortons Gap
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners86 (35.8%)$26,346
1 Earner103 (42.9%)$0
2 Earners48 (20.0%)$72,500
3+ Earners3 (1.3%)$0
Total240 (100.0%)$52,083

Household Income in Mortons Gap

Household Income Brackets in Mortons Gap

With 64 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Mortons Gap, accounting for 17.7% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Mortons Gap
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000349.4%
$10,000 to $14,9994211.6%
$15,000 to $24,9994913.6%
$25,000 to $34,9994813.3%
$35,000 to $49,9994011.1%
$50,000 to $74,9995415.0%
$75,000 to $99,9996417.7%
$100,000 to $149,999174.7%
$150,000 to $199,999133.6%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Mortons Gap

The median household income in Mortons Gap is $39,205, with the highest median household income of $55,000 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 102 households (28.2%) 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 12 households (3.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Mortons Gap
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years12 (3.3%)$0
25 to 44 Years102 (28.2%)$55,000
45 to 64 Years127 (35.2%)$40,938
65+ Years120 (33.2%)$26,161
Total361 (100.0%)$39,205

Poverty in Mortons Gap

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mortons Gap

With 17.6% poverty level for males and 31.7% for females among the residents of Mortons Gap, under 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 28 males (73.7%) and 17 females (80.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mortons Gap
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years28 (73.7%)29 (74.4%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years4 (22.2%)14 (63.6%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)2 (15.4%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)17 (80.9%)
25 to 34 Years22 (33.9%)28 (50.9%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years6 (16.2%)7 (17.5%)
55 to 64 Years4 (5.2%)17 (13.6%)
65 to 74 Years5 (10.4%)6 (17.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)22 (38.6%)
Total69 (17.6%)142 (31.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mortons Gap

According to the poverty statistics in Mortons Gap, males aged 5 years and females aged 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 Mortons Gap
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years10 (26.3%)10 (25.6%)
5 Years7 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years14 (77.8%)8 (36.4%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
15 Years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years6 (100.0%)11 (84.6%)
18 to 24 Years20 (100.0%)4 (19.1%)
25 to 34 Years43 (66.1%)27 (49.1%)
35 to 44 Years55 (100.0%)28 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years31 (83.8%)33 (82.5%)
55 to 64 Years73 (94.8%)108 (86.4%)
65 to 74 Years43 (89.6%)29 (82.9%)
75 Years and over17 (100.0%)35 (61.4%)
Total324 (82.4%)306 (68.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mortons Gap

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Mortons Gap show that 12.1% or 20 of the total 165 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 83.3%, comprising of 15 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 Mortons Gap
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children106 (95.5%)5 (4.5%)
1 or 2 Children36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children3 (16.7%)15 (83.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total145 (87.9%)20 (12.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mortons Gap

According to the poverty data in Mortons Gap, 15.9% or 7 single-father households and 45.2% or 14 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 7 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 households (82.4%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mortons Gap
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)14 (82.4%)
3 or 4 Children7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (15.9%)14 (45.2%)

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

The poverty data for Mortons Gap shows that 20 of the married-couple family households (12.1%) and 21 of the single-parent households (28.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 households (83.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Mortons Gap
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children5 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)14 (29.2%)
3 or 4 Children15 (83.3%)7 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total20 (12.1%)21 (28.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Mortons Gap

Employment by Class of Employer in Mortons Gap

Among the 274 employed individuals in Mortons Gap, private company employees (222 | 81.0%), not-for-profit organizations (27 | 9.9%), and local government employees (11 | 4.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Mortons Gap
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees22281.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)82.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations279.9%
Local Government Employees114.0%
State Government Employees62.2%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total274100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Mortons Gap

According to the labor force statistics for Mortons Gap, out of the total population over 16 years of age (699), 39.6% or 277 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.1% or 3 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 75.5% or 40 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 50.0% or 3 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Mortons Gap
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years6 (27.3%)3 (50.0%)
20 to 24 Years4 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years37 (55.2%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years40 (75.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years40 (48.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years54 (70.1%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years87 (55.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years9 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total277 (39.6%)3 (1.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mortons Gap

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mortons Gap
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School24 (61.5%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma88 (39.1%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree128 (67.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total267 (55.4%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Mortons Gap

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mortons Gap are Health Diagnosing & Treating (39 | 14.2%), Health Technologists (31 | 11.3%), Community & Social Service (19 | 6.9%), Education, Arts & Media (13 | 4.7%), and Management (7 | 2.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Mortons Gap

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mortons Gap, 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 Management (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Mortons Gap
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 16 (84.2%)3 (15.8%)
Education, Arts & Media13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)39 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
Total (Category)22 (31.0%)49 (69.0%)
Total (Overall)172 (62.8%)102 (37.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Mortons Gap are Healthcare Support (25 | 9.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (9 | 3.3%), and Food Preparation & Serving (7 | 2.5%).
Services Occupations in Mortons Gap

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Mortons Gap
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support7 (28.0%)18 (72.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)7 (17.1%)34 (82.9%)
Total (Overall)172 (62.8%)102 (37.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Mortons Gap are Office & Administration (32 | 11.7%), and Sales & Related (2 | 0.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Mortons Gap

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Mortons Gap
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Office & Administration26 (81.2%)6 (18.8%)
Total (Category)26 (76.5%)8 (23.5%)
Total (Overall)172 (62.8%)102 (37.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Mortons Gap are Construction & Extraction (20 | 7.3%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (17 | 6.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Mortons Gap

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Mortons Gap
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)172 (62.8%)102 (37.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Mortons Gap are Production (44 | 16.1%), Material Moving (34 | 12.4%), and Transportation (13 | 4.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Mortons Gap

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Mortons Gap
OccupationMaleFemale
Production38 (86.4%)6 (13.6%)
Transportation13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving29 (85.3%)5 (14.7%)
Total (Category)80 (87.9%)11 (12.1%)
Total (Overall)172 (62.8%)102 (37.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Mortons Gap

Employment Industries in Mortons Gap

The major employment industries in Mortons Gap include Manufacturing (75 | 27.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (58 | 21.2%), Retail Trade (41 | 15.0%), Construction (20 | 7.3%), and Educational Services (17 | 6.2%).
Employment Industries in Mortons Gap

Employment Industries by Sex in Mortons Gap

The Mortons Gap industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (87.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Mortons Gap
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing73 (97.3%)2 (2.7%)
Wholesale Trade2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade27 (65.8%)14 (34.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support8 (57.1%)6 (42.9%)
Educational Services5 (29.4%)12 (70.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance7 (12.1%)51 (87.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services5 (31.2%)11 (68.8%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total172 (62.8%)102 (37.2%)

Education in Mortons Gap

School Enrollment in Mortons Gap

The most common levels of schooling among the 107 students in Mortons Gap are elementary school (26 | 24.3%), college / undergraduate (24 | 22.4%), and kindergarten (21 | 19.6%).
School Enrollment in Mortons Gap
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten2119.6%
Elementary School2624.3%
Middle School1413.1%
High School1917.8%
College / Undergraduate2422.4%
Graduate / Professional32.8%
Total107100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mortons Gap

Out of a total of 107 students who are enrolled in schools in Mortons Gap, 10 (9.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 97 (90.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 6 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 26 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mortons Gap
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old26 (86.7%)4 (13.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Total97 (90.7%)10 (9.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mortons Gap

Business (16 | 39.0%), science & technology (8 | 19.5%), liberal arts & history (8 | 19.5%), psychology (3 | 7.3%), and education (3 | 7.3%) are the most common fields of study among 41 individuals in Mortons Gap who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mortons Gap
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology37.3%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology819.5%
Business1639.0%
Education37.3%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History819.5%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities37.3%
Total41100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Mortons Gap

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mortons Gap

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Mortons Gap are males with 2 vehicles (55, accounting for 32.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (35, making up 53.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mortons Gap
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle5 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle31 (18.0%)23 (22.6%)
2 Vehicles55 (32.0%)35 (34.3%)
3 Vehicles53 (30.8%)32 (31.4%)
4 Vehicles8 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles20 (11.6%)12 (11.8%)
Total172 (100.0%)102 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Mortons Gap

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Mortons Gap are 15 to 19 minutes (104 commuters, 38.0%), 20 to 24 minutes (39 commuters, 14.2%), and 10 to 14 minutes (37 commuters, 13.5%).
Commute Time in Mortons Gap
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes124.4%
5 to 9 Minutes228.0%
10 to 14 Minutes3713.5%
15 to 19 Minutes10438.0%
20 to 24 Minutes3914.2%
25 to 29 Minutes72.5%
30 to 34 Minutes186.6%
35 to 39 Minutes41.5%
40 to 44 Minutes103.6%
45 to 59 Minutes82.9%
60 to 89 Minutes134.7%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Mortons Gap

The most common commute times in Mortons Gap are 15 to 19 minutes (38 commuters, 22.1%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (66 commuters, 64.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Mortons Gap
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes8 (4.6%)4 (3.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes22 (12.8%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes25 (14.5%)12 (11.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes38 (22.1%)66 (64.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes27 (15.7%)12 (11.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes4 (2.3%)3 (2.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes18 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes4 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes10 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes8 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes8 (4.6%)5 (4.9%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mortons Gap

The most frequent times of departure to work in Mortons Gap are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (53, 30.8%) for males and 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (32, 31.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mortons Gap
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM8 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM4 (2.3%)3 (2.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM14 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM21 (12.2%)9 (8.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM53 (30.8%)16 (15.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM5 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM29 (16.9%)6 (5.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM8 (4.6%)28 (27.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)3 (2.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)5 (4.9%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM20 (11.6%)32 (31.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM10 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total172 (100.0%)102 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Mortons Gap

Occupancy by Ownership in Mortons Gap

Of the total 361 dwellings in Mortons Gap, owner-occupied units account for 302 (83.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 59 (16.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Mortons Gap
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units30283.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units5916.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units361100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Mortons Gap

Occupancy by Household Size in Mortons Gap
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household9726.9%
2-Person Household14339.6%
3-Person Household6016.6%
4+ Person Household6116.9%
Total Housing Units361100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mortons Gap

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mortons Gap
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household97 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2-Person Household128 (89.5%)15 (10.5%)
3-Person Household50 (83.3%)10 (16.7%)
4+ Person Household27 (44.3%)34 (55.7%)
Total Housing Units302 (83.7%)59 (16.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mortons Gap

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mortons Gap
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School73 (98.7%)1 (1.3%)
High School Diploma105 (82.7%)22 (17.3%)
College/Associate Degree102 (77.3%)30 (22.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher22 (78.6%)6 (21.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mortons Gap

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mortons Gap
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years7520.8%
35 to 44 Years3910.8%
45 to 54 Years339.1%
55 to 64 Years9426.0%
65 to 74 Years5214.4%
75 to 84 Years4713.0%
85 Years and Over215.8%
Total361100.0%

Housing Finances in Mortons Gap

Median Income by Occupancy in Mortons Gap

Median Income by Occupancy in Mortons Gap
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied302 (83.7%)$38,182
Renter-Occupied59 (16.3%)$45,625
Average361 (100.0%)$39,205

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mortons Gap

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mortons Gap
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0006 (2.0%)15 (25.4%)
$5,000 to $9,99913 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99935 (11.6%)7 (11.9%)
$15,000 to $19,99917 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99932 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99945 (14.9%)3 (5.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99922 (7.3%)18 (30.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99944 (14.6%)10 (17.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99958 (19.2%)6 (10.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99917 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more13 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total302 (100.0%)59 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mortons Gap

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mortons Gap
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30052 (17.2%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49990 (29.8%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79954 (17.9%)18 (30.5%)
$800 to $99948 (15.9%)19 (32.2%)
$1,000 to $1,49955 (18.2%)1 (1.7%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9993 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total302 (100.0%)59 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Mortons Gap

Housing Structures in Mortons Gap

Housing Structures in Mortons Gap
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached31988.4%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments10.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other4111.4%
Total361100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mortons Gap

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mortons Gap
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached276 (86.5%)43 (13.5%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other26 (63.4%)15 (36.6%)
Total302 (83.7%)59 (16.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mortons Gap

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mortons Gap
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms103 (34.1%)31 (52.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms165 (54.6%)21 (35.6%)
8 or more Rooms34 (11.3%)7 (11.9%)
Total302 (100.0%)59 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mortons Gap

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mortons Gap
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas190 (62.9%)48 (81.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas3 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity109 (36.1%)11 (18.6%)
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%)
Total302 (100.0%)59 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Mortons Gap

Household Vehicle Usage in Mortons Gap
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle13 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle102 (33.8%)34 (57.6%)
2 Vehicles90 (29.8%)22 (37.3%)
3 or more Vehicles97 (32.1%)3 (5.1%)
Total302 (100.0%)59 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Mortons Gap

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Mortons Gap

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units182120
Median Property Value$68,400$114,500
Median Household Income$31,563$10
Monthly Housing Costs$422$0
Real Estate Taxes$468$2

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mortons Gap

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mortons Gap
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00054 (29.7%)9 (7.5%)
$50,000 to $99,99974 (40.7%)29 (24.2%)
$100,000 to $299,99954 (29.7%)82 (68.3%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total182 (100.0%)120 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mortons Gap

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mortons Gap
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00019 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99960 (33.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99917 (9.3%)24 (20.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99919 (10.4%)28 (23.3%)
$50,000 to $74,99929 (15.9%)3 (2.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99935 (19.2%)15 (12.5%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)23 (19.2%)
$150,000 or more3 (1.7%)17 (14.2%)
Total182 (100.0%)120 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mortons Gap

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mortons Gap
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x88 (48.3%)62,083 (51,735.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x36 (19.8%)51 (42.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x26 (14.3%)23 (19.2%)
4.0x or more26 (14.3%)6 (5.0%)
Total182 (100.0%)120 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mortons Gap

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mortons Gap
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800116 (63.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49917 (9.3%)65 (54.2%)
$800 to $1,4999 (5.0%)36 (30.0%)
Total182 (100.0%)120 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Mortons Gap

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mortons Gap

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mortons Gap
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years79 (89.8%)9 (10.2%)
6 to 18 Years73 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years57 (95.0%)3 (5.0%)
26 to 34 Years98 (97.0%)3 (3.0%)
35 to 44 Years82 (98.8%)1 (1.2%)
45 to 54 Years66 (85.7%)11 (14.3%)
55 to 64 Years194 (96.0%)8 (4.0%)
65 to 74 Years83 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older74 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total806 (95.8%)35 (4.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mortons Gap

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mortons Gap
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born79 (89.8%)9 (10.2%)
Foreign Born, Citizen73 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen57 (95.0%)3 (5.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mortons Gap

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mortons Gap
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000244 (95.7%)11 (4.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999168 (90.8%)17 (9.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999163 (99.4%)1 (0.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999135 (95.7%)6 (4.3%)
$100,000 and over96 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mortons Gap

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mortons Gap
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 654 (61.4%)29 (33.0%)
6 to 18 Years38 (52.0%)39 (53.4%)
19 to 25 Years20 (33.3%)37 (61.7%)
25 to 34 Years46 (45.5%)52 (51.5%)
35 to 44 Years46 (55.4%)38 (45.8%)
45 to 54 Years23 (29.9%)43 (55.8%)
55 to 64 Years49 (24.3%)150 (74.3%)
65 to 74 Years83 (100.0%)65 (78.3%)
75 Years and over74 (100.0%)50 (67.6%)
Total433 (51.5%)503 (59.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mortons Gap

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mortons Gap
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)1 (2.6%)
5 to 17 Years4 (11.1%)17 (35.4%)
18 to 34 Years31 (36.5%)21 (27.6%)
35 to 64 Years65 (38.5%)76 (39.4%)
65 to 74 Years17 (35.4%)31 (88.6%)
75 Years and over8 (47.1%)55 (96.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Mortons Gap

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Mortons Gap: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years4 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years13 (15.3%)9 (11.8%)
35 to 64 Years14 (8.3%)9 (4.7%)
65 to 74 Years6 (12.5%)18 (51.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)29 (50.9%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Mortons Gap: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)1 (2.6%)
5 to 17 Years4 (11.1%)17 (35.4%)
18 to 34 Years14 (16.5%)6 (7.9%)
35 to 64 Years40 (23.7%)66 (34.2%)
65 to 74 Years12 (25.0%)31 (88.6%)
75 Years and over8 (47.1%)33 (57.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Mortons Gap: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years4 (11.1%)17 (35.4%)
18 to 34 Years22 (25.9%)9 (11.8%)
35 to 64 Years21 (12.4%)38 (19.7%)
65 to 74 Years3 (6.2%)6 (17.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)29 (50.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Mortons Gap: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years4 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)6 (7.9%)
35 to 64 Years27 (16.0%)34 (17.6%)
65 to 74 Years11 (22.9%)25 (71.4%)
75 Years and over8 (47.1%)36 (63.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Mortons Gap: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years4 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years13 (15.3%)6 (7.9%)
35 to 64 Years23 (13.6%)14 (7.2%)
65 to 74 Years3 (6.2%)13 (37.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)8 (14.0%)

Technology Access in Mortons Gap

Computing Device Access in Mortons Gap

Computing Device Access in Mortons Gap
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop20256.0%
Smartphone31386.7%
Tablet21860.4%
No Computing Device3810.5%
Total361100.0%

Internet Access in Mortons Gap

Internet Access in Mortons Gap
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home27375.6%
Cellular Data Only349.4%
Satellite Internet00.0%
No Internet5415.0%
Total361100.0%

Mortons Gap Summary

Mortons Gap is a small city located in Hopkins County, Kentucky. It is situated in the western part of the state, about halfway between Madisonville and Madisonville. The city has a population of 1,845 people, according to the 2010 census.

History

Mortons Gap was founded in 1883 by William Morton, a former Confederate soldier. He named the town after his father, who had been killed in the Civil War. The town was originally known as Morton's Gap, but the name was changed to Mortons Gap in 1887.
The town was a small farming community until the early 1900s, when coal mining began to take off in the area. The coal industry brought jobs and economic growth to the area, and the population of Mortons Gap began to grow.
In the 1950s, the town was incorporated as a city. The city has since grown to its current population of 1,845 people.

Geography

Mortons Gap is located in western Kentucky, about halfway between Madisonville and Madisonville. The city is situated in the Pennyrile region of the state, which is known for its rolling hills and lush forests.
The city is located at the intersection of US Highway 41 and Kentucky Route 109. The nearest major cities are Madisonville, which is about 25 miles to the north, and Owensboro, which is about 40 miles to the south.
The climate in Mortons Gap is humid subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 62 degrees Fahrenheit.

Economy

Mortons Gap's economy is largely based on agriculture and coal mining. The city is home to several large farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and wheat.
The coal industry is also an important part of the local economy. The city is home to several coal mines, which provide jobs for many of the city's residents.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Mortons Gap was 1,845 people. The racial makeup of the city was 95.3% White, 2.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races.
The median household income in Mortons Gap was $31,250, and the median family income was $37,500. The per capita income was $17,845. About 17.2% of the population was below the poverty line.

Conclusion

Mortons Gap is a small city located in western Kentucky. It was founded in 1883 and has since grown to its current population of 1,845 people. The city's economy is largely based on agriculture and coal mining, and the median household income is $31,250. Mortons Gap is a diverse city, with a population that is 95.3% White, 2.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, and 0.1% Pacific Islander.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Mortons Gap?
Total Population of Mortons Gap is 841.
What is the Total Male Population of Mortons Gap?
Total Male Population of Mortons Gap is 393.
What is the Total Female Population of Mortons Gap?
Total Female Population of Mortons Gap is 448.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Mortons Gap?
There are 87.72 Males per 100 Females in Mortons Gap.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Mortons Gap?
There are 113.99 Females per 100 Males in Mortons Gap.
What is the Median Population Age in Mortons Gap?
Median Population Age in Mortons Gap is 46.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Mortons Gap
Average Family Size in Mortons Gap is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Mortons Gap
Average Household Size in Mortons Gap is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Mortons Gap?
Per Capita income in Mortons Gap is $20,953.
What is the Median Family Income in Mortons Gap?
Median Family Income in Mortons Gap is $52,083.
What is the Median Household income in Mortons Gap?
Median Household Income in Mortons Gap is $39,205.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Mortons Gap?
Income or Wage Gap in Mortons Gap is 43.0%.
Women in Mortons Gap earn 57.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Mortons Gap?
Inequality or Gini Index in Mortons Gap is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Mortons Gap?
There are 277 People in the Labor Forcein in Mortons Gap.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Mortons Gap?
39.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Mortons Gap.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Mortons Gap?
Unemployment Rate in Mortons Gap is 1.1%.