Mortons Gap, KY

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Mortons Gap Overview

975
TOTAL POPULATION
493
MALE POPULATION
482
FEMALE POPULATION
102.28
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.77
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.0
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$20,118
PER CAPITA INCOME
$49,219
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$41,050
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
41.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
58.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
407
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
48.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
9.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Mortons Gap Zip Codes

Mortons Gap Area Codes

Race in Mortons Gap

The most populous races in Mortons Gap are White / Caucasian (911 | 93.4%), Black / African American (43 | 4.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (22 | 2.3%).
Race in Mortons Gap
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American434.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino222.3%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian91193.4%
Two or more Races212.1%
Some other Race00.0%
Total975100.0%

Ancestry in Mortons Gap

The most populous ancestries reported in Mortons Gap are American (112 | 11.5%), English (86 | 8.8%), German (70 | 7.2%), Irish (53 | 5.4%), and Scottish (36 | 3.7%), together accounting for 36.6% of all Mortons Gap residents.
Race# Population% Population
American11211.5%
British60.6%
Czech30.3%
Dutch191.9%
English868.8%
European242.5%
German707.2%
Irish535.4%
Jamaican101.0%
Mexican212.1%
Puerto Rican10.1%
Scottish363.7%
Slovene20.2%
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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 (80 | 16.2%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (102 | 21.2%) for women.
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years34 (6.9%)29 (6.0%)
5 to 9 Years14 (2.8%)10 (2.1%)
10 to 14 Years27 (5.5%)17 (3.5%)
15 to 19 Years16 (3.3%)56 (11.6%)
20 to 24 Years25 (5.1%)21 (4.4%)
25 to 29 Years50 (10.1%)17 (3.5%)
30 to 34 Years37 (7.5%)33 (6.9%)
35 to 39 Years31 (6.3%)20 (4.2%)
40 to 44 Years31 (6.3%)20 (4.2%)
45 to 49 Years30 (6.1%)11 (2.3%)
50 to 54 Years29 (5.9%)46 (9.5%)
55 to 59 Years80 (16.2%)102 (21.2%)
60 to 64 Years22 (4.5%)23 (4.8%)
65 to 69 Years42 (8.5%)18 (3.7%)
70 to 74 Years7 (1.4%)7 (1.5%)
75 to 79 Years15 (3.0%)8 (1.7%)
80 to 84 Years3 (0.6%)18 (3.7%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)26 (5.4%)
Total493 (100.0%)482 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Mortons Gap

Median Family Size in Mortons Gap

The median family size in Mortons Gap is 2.85 persons per family, with single female/mother families (39 | 14.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.15 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (56 | 20.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.75 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Mortons Gap
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple180 (65.4%)2.82
Single Male/Father56 (20.4%)2.75
Single Female/Mother39 (14.2%)3.15
Total Families275 (100.0%)2.85

Median Household Size in Mortons Gap

The median household size in Mortons Gap is 2.49 persons per household, with single female/mother households (39 | 10.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.41 persons per household. non-family households (116 | 29.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.40 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Mortons Gap
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple180 (46.0%)2.82
Single Male/Father56 (14.3%)3.07
Single Female/Mother39 (10.0%)3.41
Non-family116 (29.7%)1.40
Total Households391 (100.0%)2.49

Household Size by Marriage Status in Mortons Gap

Out of a total of 391 households in Mortons Gap, 275 (70.3%) are family households, while 116 (29.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 143, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 78.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Mortons Gap
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-78 (20.0%)
2-Person Households143 (36.6%)36 (9.2%)
3-Person Households82 (21.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households36 (9.2%)2 (0.5%)
5-Person Households11 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households3 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total275 (70.3%)116 (29.7%)

Female Fertility in Mortons Gap

Fertility by Age in Mortons Gap

Average fertility rate in Mortons Gap is 49.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 127.0 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 years9 (100.0%)127.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total9 (100.0%)49.0

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%)9 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)9 (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 Degree9 (100.0%)164.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total9 (100.0%)49.0

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%)9 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)

Income in Mortons Gap

Income Overview in Mortons Gap

Per Capita Income in Mortons Gap is $20,118, while median incomes of families and households are $49,219 and $41,050 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income975$20,118
Median Family Income275$49,219
Mean Family Income275$54,722
Median Household Income391$41,050
Mean Household Income391$49,140
Income Deficit275$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)97541.60%
Wage / Income Gap ($)97558.40¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index9750.38

Earnings by Sex in Mortons Gap

Average Earnings in Mortons Gap are $25,179, $33,304 for men and $19,449 for women, a difference of 41.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Mortons Gap
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male264 (63.3%)$33,304
Female153 (36.7%)$19,449
Total417 (100.0%)$25,179

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mortons Gap

The most common earnings brackets in Mortons Gap are $30,000 to $34,999 for men (33 | 12.5%) and $17,500 to $19,999 for women (34 | 22.2%).
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%)9 (5.9%)
$5,000 to $7,4998 (3.0%)19 (12.4%)
$7,500 to $9,9997 (2.6%)7 (4.6%)
$10,000 to $12,49917 (6.4%)5 (3.3%)
$12,500 to $14,99916 (6.1%)5 (3.3%)
$15,000 to $17,49913 (4.9%)5 (3.3%)
$17,500 to $19,9992 (0.8%)34 (22.2%)
$20,000 to $22,49919 (7.2%)3 (2.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99911 (4.2%)28 (18.3%)
$25,000 to $29,99925 (9.5%)3 (2.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99933 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99919 (7.2%)5 (3.3%)
$40,000 to $44,99914 (5.3%)4 (2.6%)
$45,000 to $49,9998 (3.0%)13 (8.5%)
$50,000 to $54,9998 (3.0%)2 (1.3%)
$55,000 to $64,99921 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99917 (6.4%)8 (5.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99924 (9.1%)3 (2.0%)
$100,000+2 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total264 (100.0%)153 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mortons Gap

Average earnings in Mortons Gap are $33,705 for men and $19,926 for women, a difference of 40.9%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $34,375, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $32,955. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $19,602, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $18,854.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mortons Gap
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$32,955$18,854
College or Associate's Degree$34,375$19,602
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$33,705$19,926

Family Income in Mortons Gap

Family Income Brackets in Mortons Gap

According to the Mortons Gap family income data, there are 65 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.6% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 2 families (0.7%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Mortons Gap
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00093.3%
$10,000 to $14,999145.1%
$15,000 to $24,9994616.7%
$25,000 to $34,999279.8%
$35,000 to $49,9994416.0%
$50,000 to $74,9996523.6%
$75,000 to $99,9994817.5%
$100,000 to $149,99951.8%
$150,000 to $199,999155.5%
$200,000+20.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mortons Gap

4-person families (28 | 10.2%) account for the highest median family income in Mortons Gap with $53,833 per family, while 2-person families (151 | 54.9%) have the highest median income of $23,984 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mortons Gap
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families151 (54.9%)$47,969
3-Person Families88 (32.0%)$41,250
4-Person Families28 (10.2%)$53,833
5-Person Families5 (1.8%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families3 (1.1%)$0
Total275 (100.0%)$49,219

Family Income by Number of Earners in Mortons Gap

Family Income by Number of Earners in Mortons Gap
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners73 (26.6%)$0
1 Earner109 (39.6%)$57,734
2 Earners90 (32.7%)$53,333
3+ Earners3 (1.1%)$0
Total275 (100.0%)$49,219

Household Income in Mortons Gap

Household Income Brackets in Mortons Gap

With 83 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Mortons Gap, accounting for 21.2% of all households. In contrast, only 2 households (0.5%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Mortons Gap
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000123.1%
$10,000 to $14,9994511.5%
$15,000 to $24,9997218.4%
$25,000 to $34,9994110.5%
$35,000 to $49,9995313.6%
$50,000 to $74,9998321.2%
$75,000 to $99,9995814.8%
$100,000 to $149,999102.6%
$150,000 to $199,999153.8%
$200,000+20.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Mortons Gap

The median household income in Mortons Gap is $41,050, with the highest median household income of $57,734 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 109 households (27.9%) 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 9 households (2.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Mortons Gap
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years9 (2.3%)$0
25 to 44 Years109 (27.9%)$57,734
45 to 64 Years160 (40.9%)$41,818
65+ Years113 (28.9%)$24,330
Total391 (100.0%)$41,050

Poverty in Mortons Gap

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mortons Gap

With 10.0% poverty level for males and 19.0% for females among the residents of Mortons Gap, under 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 20 males (58.8%) and 19 females (65.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mortons Gap
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years20 (58.8%)19 (65.5%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years4 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)3 (9.4%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)18 (40.0%)
25 to 34 Years6 (6.9%)18 (36.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)2 (5.0%)
45 to 54 Years10 (17.0%)6 (10.5%)
55 to 64 Years4 (3.9%)9 (7.2%)
65 to 74 Years5 (10.2%)2 (8.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)14 (26.9%)
Total49 (10.0%)91 (19.0%)

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 Years14 (41.2%)10 (34.5%)
5 Years7 (100.0%)6 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years16 (80.0%)9 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years12 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
15 Years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years8 (100.0%)29 (90.6%)
18 to 24 Years27 (100.0%)27 (60.0%)
25 to 34 Years81 (93.1%)32 (64.0%)
35 to 44 Years62 (100.0%)38 (95.0%)
45 to 54 Years49 (83.1%)51 (89.5%)
55 to 64 Years98 (96.1%)116 (92.8%)
65 to 74 Years44 (89.8%)23 (92.0%)
75 Years and over18 (100.0%)38 (73.1%)
Total442 (90.0%)389 (81.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mortons Gap

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Mortons Gap show that 2.8% or 5 of the total 180 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 3.8%, comprising of 5 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 Children127 (96.2%)5 (3.8%)
1 or 2 Children42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total175 (97.2%)5 (2.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mortons Gap

According to the poverty data in Mortons Gap, 10.7% or 6 single-father households and 30.8% or 12 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 6 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 households (80.0%) 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%)12 (80.0%)
3 or 4 Children6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (10.7%)12 (30.8%)

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

The poverty data for Mortons Gap shows that 5 of the married-couple family households (2.8%) and 18 of the single-parent households (19.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (3.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 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 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)12 (20.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5 (2.8%)18 (19.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Mortons Gap

Employment by Class of Employer in Mortons Gap

Among the 368 employed individuals in Mortons Gap, private company employees (288 | 78.3%), not-for-profit organizations (31 | 8.4%), and local government employees (24 | 6.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Mortons Gap
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees28878.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)71.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)102.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations318.4%
Local Government Employees246.5%
State Government Employees61.6%
Federal Government Employees20.5%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total368100.0%

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 (838), 48.6% or 407 individuals are in the labor force, with 9.6% or 39 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 92.5% or 62 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 40.5% or 17 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Mortons Gap
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years42 (63.6%)17 (40.5%)
20 to 24 Years4 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years62 (92.5%)6 (9.7%)
30 to 34 Years44 (62.9%)2 (4.5%)
35 to 44 Years52 (51.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years82 (70.7%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years115 (63.2%)14 (12.2%)
60 to 64 Years6 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total407 (48.6%)39 (9.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mortons Gap

According to labor force statistics for Mortons Gap, 62.0% of individuals (361) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (582) are in the labor force, with 6.1% or 22 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 100.0% or 28 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 17.5% or 7 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mortons Gap
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School40 (75.5%)9 (17.5%)
High School Diploma151 (49.8%)26 (8.6%)
College / Associate Degree142 (71.7%)3 (1.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total361 (62.0%)36 (6.1%)

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 (37 | 10.1%), Health Technologists (30 | 8.2%), Community & Social Service (20 | 5.4%), Management (15 | 4.1%), and Education, Arts & Media (14 | 3.8%).
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 Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Management (53.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Mortons Gap
OccupationMaleFemale
Management7 (46.7%)8 (53.3%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 17 (85.0%)3 (15.0%)
Education, Arts & Media14 (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%)37 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Total (Category)29 (37.7%)48 (62.3%)
Total (Overall)239 (64.9%)129 (35.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Mortons Gap are Healthcare Support (29 | 7.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (26 | 7.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (5 | 1.4%).
Services Occupations in Mortons Gap

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Mortons Gap, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (42.3%), and Healthcare Support (37.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), Healthcare Support (62.1%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (57.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Mortons Gap
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support11 (37.9%)18 (62.1%)
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%)5 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance11 (42.3%)15 (57.7%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)22 (36.7%)38 (63.3%)
Total (Overall)239 (64.9%)129 (35.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Mortons Gap are Office & Administration (51 | 13.9%), and Sales & Related (14 | 3.8%).
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%)14 (100.0%)
Office & Administration28 (54.9%)23 (45.1%)
Total (Category)28 (43.1%)37 (56.9%)
Total (Overall)239 (64.9%)129 (35.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Mortons Gap are Construction & Extraction (25 | 6.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (20 | 5.4%).
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 & Extraction25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)239 (64.9%)129 (35.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Mortons Gap are Production (48 | 13.0%), Transportation (46 | 12.5%), and Material Moving (27 | 7.3%).
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
Production45 (93.8%)3 (6.2%)
Transportation46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving24 (88.9%)3 (11.1%)
Total (Category)115 (95.0%)6 (5.0%)
Total (Overall)239 (64.9%)129 (35.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Mortons Gap

Employment Industries in Mortons Gap

The major employment industries in Mortons Gap include Manufacturing (82 | 22.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (61 | 16.6%), Retail Trade (54 | 14.7%), Construction (30 | 8.2%), and Accommodation & Food Services (29 | 7.9%).
Employment Industries in Mortons Gap

Employment Industries by Sex in Mortons Gap

The Mortons Gap industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Public Administration (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Mortons Gap
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing80 (97.6%)2 (2.4%)
Wholesale Trade13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade26 (48.1%)28 (51.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support16 (76.2%)5 (23.8%)
Educational Services5 (23.8%)16 (76.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance11 (18.0%)50 (82.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services18 (62.1%)11 (37.9%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total239 (64.9%)129 (35.0%)

Education in Mortons Gap

School Enrollment in Mortons Gap

The most common levels of schooling among the 152 students in Mortons Gap are high school (40 | 26.3%), college / undergraduate (39 | 25.7%), and elementary school (31 | 20.4%).
School Enrollment in Mortons Gap
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten95.9%
Elementary School3120.4%
Middle School3019.7%
High School4026.3%
College / Undergraduate3925.7%
Graduate / Professional32.0%
Total152100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mortons Gap

Out of a total of 152 students who are enrolled in schools in Mortons Gap, 10 (6.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 142 (93.4%) 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 44 (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 Old16 (80.0%)4 (20.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Total142 (93.4%)10 (6.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mortons Gap

Business (17 | 41.5%), liberal arts & history (9 | 22.0%), science & technology (8 | 19.5%), education (3 | 7.3%), and psychology (2 | 4.9%) 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%
Psychology24.9%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology819.5%
Business1741.5%
Education37.3%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History922.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities24.9%
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 (90, accounting for 37.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (54, making up 69.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mortons Gap
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle5 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle44 (18.4%)16 (12.4%)
2 Vehicles90 (37.7%)54 (41.9%)
3 Vehicles72 (30.1%)46 (35.7%)
4 Vehicles8 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles20 (8.4%)13 (10.1%)
Total239 (100.0%)129 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Mortons Gap

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Mortons Gap are 15 to 19 minutes (129 commuters, 35.0%), 10 to 14 minutes (67 commuters, 18.2%), and 20 to 24 minutes (56 commuters, 15.2%).
Commute Time in Mortons Gap
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes113.0%
5 to 9 Minutes308.2%
10 to 14 Minutes6718.2%
15 to 19 Minutes12935.0%
20 to 24 Minutes5615.2%
25 to 29 Minutes113.0%
30 to 34 Minutes184.9%
35 to 39 Minutes92.5%
40 to 44 Minutes102.7%
45 to 59 Minutes82.2%
60 to 89 Minutes195.2%
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 (55 commuters, 23.0%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (74 commuters, 57.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Mortons Gap
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes8 (3.4%)3 (2.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes23 (9.6%)7 (5.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes34 (14.2%)33 (25.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes55 (23.0%)74 (57.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes47 (19.7%)9 (7.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes8 (3.4%)3 (2.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes18 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes9 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes10 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes8 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes19 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
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 (62, 25.9%) for males and 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (38, 29.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mortons Gap
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM13 (5.4%)3 (2.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM28 (11.7%)3 (2.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM16 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM28 (11.7%)8 (6.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM62 (25.9%)16 (12.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM5 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM28 (11.7%)21 (16.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM5 (2.1%)27 (20.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM5 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM13 (5.4%)2 (1.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)4 (3.1%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM24 (10.0%)38 (29.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM12 (5.0%)7 (5.4%)
Total239 (100.0%)129 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Mortons Gap

Occupancy by Ownership in Mortons Gap

Of the total 391 dwellings in Mortons Gap, owner-occupied units account for 327 (83.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 64 (16.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Mortons Gap
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units32783.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units6416.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units391100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Mortons Gap

Occupancy by Household Size in Mortons Gap
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household7820.0%
2-Person Household17945.8%
3-Person Household8221.0%
4+ Person Household5213.3%
Total Housing Units391100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mortons Gap

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mortons Gap
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household74 (94.9%)4 (5.1%)
2-Person Household147 (82.1%)32 (17.9%)
3-Person Household69 (84.2%)13 (15.9%)
4+ Person Household37 (71.2%)15 (28.8%)
Total Housing Units327 (83.6%)64 (16.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mortons Gap

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mortons Gap
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School64 (75.3%)21 (24.7%)
High School Diploma135 (91.8%)12 (8.2%)
College/Associate Degree105 (80.1%)26 (19.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher23 (82.1%)5 (17.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mortons Gap

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mortons Gap
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years6115.6%
35 to 44 Years5714.6%
45 to 54 Years6015.3%
55 to 64 Years10025.6%
65 to 74 Years4912.5%
75 to 84 Years389.7%
85 Years and Over266.7%
Total391100.0%

Housing Finances in Mortons Gap

Median Income by Occupancy in Mortons Gap

Median Income by Occupancy in Mortons Gap
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied327 (83.6%)$46,250
Renter-Occupied64 (16.4%)$35,625
Average391 (100.0%)$41,050

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mortons Gap

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mortons Gap
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0002 (0.6%)10 (15.6%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99934 (10.4%)11 (17.2%)
$15,000 to $19,99910 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99959 (18.0%)3 (4.7%)
$25,000 to $34,99934 (10.4%)7 (10.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99935 (10.7%)18 (28.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99973 (22.3%)10 (15.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99953 (16.2%)5 (7.8%)
$100,000 to $149,99910 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more17 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total327 (100.0%)64 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mortons Gap

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mortons Gap
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30069 (21.1%)4 (6.2%)
$300 to $49974 (22.6%)6 (9.4%)
$500 to $79987 (26.6%)19 (29.7%)
$800 to $99941 (12.5%)13 (20.3%)
$1,000 to $1,49954 (16.5%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4992 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total327 (100.0%)64 (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, Detached31179.5%
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 / Other7920.2%
Total391100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mortons Gap

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mortons Gap
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached275 (88.4%)36 (11.6%)
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 / Other52 (65.8%)27 (34.2%)
Total327 (83.6%)64 (16.4%)

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%)4 (6.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms107 (32.7%)43 (67.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms169 (51.7%)10 (15.6%)
8 or more Rooms51 (15.6%)7 (10.9%)
Total327 (100.0%)64 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mortons Gap

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mortons Gap
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas186 (56.9%)41 (64.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas2 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity132 (40.4%)17 (26.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels7 (2.1%)6 (9.4%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total327 (100.0%)64 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Mortons Gap

Household Vehicle Usage in Mortons Gap
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle16 (4.9%)10 (15.6%)
1 Vehicle76 (23.2%)23 (35.9%)
2 Vehicles124 (37.9%)28 (43.8%)
3 or more Vehicles111 (33.9%)3 (4.7%)
Total327 (100.0%)64 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Mortons Gap

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Mortons Gap

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units188139
Median Property Value$58,800$102,900
Median Household Income$38,125$12
Monthly Housing Costs$405$0
Real Estate Taxes$425$2

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mortons Gap

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mortons Gap
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00071 (37.8%)23 (16.6%)
$50,000 to $99,99963 (33.5%)42 (30.2%)
$100,000 to $299,99954 (28.7%)74 (53.2%)
$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%)
Total188 (100.0%)139 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mortons Gap

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mortons Gap
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99959 (31.4%)2 (1.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99927 (14.4%)44 (31.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99919 (10.1%)7 (5.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99950 (26.6%)16 (11.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99928 (14.9%)23 (16.6%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)25 (18.0%)
$150,000 or more5 (2.7%)10 (7.2%)
Total188 (100.0%)139 (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 2.0x113 (60.1%)50,625 (36,420.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x34 (18.1%)78 (56.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x30 (16.0%)22 (15.8%)
4.0x or more11 (5.9%)6 (4.3%)
Total188 (100.0%)139 (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 $800133 (70.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49918 (9.6%)100 (71.9%)
$800 to $1,4999 (4.8%)20 (14.4%)
Total188 (100.0%)139 (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 Years67 (88.2%)9 (11.8%)
6 to 18 Years101 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years79 (80.6%)19 (19.4%)
26 to 34 Years95 (85.6%)16 (14.4%)
35 to 44 Years96 (94.1%)6 (5.9%)
45 to 54 Years101 (87.1%)15 (12.9%)
55 to 64 Years212 (93.4%)15 (6.6%)
65 to 74 Years74 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older70 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total895 (91.8%)80 (8.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mortons Gap

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mortons Gap
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born67 (88.2%)9 (11.8%)
Foreign Born, Citizen101 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen79 (80.6%)19 (19.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mortons Gap

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mortons Gap
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000209 (88.9%)26 (11.1%)
$25,000 to $49,999223 (88.1%)30 (11.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999244 (92.4%)20 (7.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999122 (98.4%)2 (1.6%)
$100,000 and over97 (98.0%)2 (2.0%)

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 634 (44.7%)37 (48.7%)
6 to 18 Years41 (40.6%)63 (62.4%)
19 to 25 Years16 (16.3%)63 (64.3%)
25 to 34 Years28 (25.2%)67 (60.4%)
35 to 44 Years46 (45.1%)57 (55.9%)
45 to 54 Years38 (32.8%)63 (54.3%)
55 to 64 Years59 (26.0%)161 (70.9%)
65 to 74 Years74 (100.0%)52 (70.3%)
75 Years and over70 (100.0%)46 (65.7%)
Total406 (41.6%)609 (62.5%)

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 (3.5%)
5 to 17 Years5 (9.1%)21 (35.6%)
18 to 34 Years39 (34.2%)25 (26.3%)
35 to 64 Years72 (32.3%)72 (32.4%)
65 to 74 Years16 (32.7%)21 (84.0%)
75 Years and over6 (33.3%)47 (90.4%)

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 Years3 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years13 (11.4%)14 (14.7%)
35 to 64 Years15 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years5 (10.2%)5 (20.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)25 (48.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Mortons Gap: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)1 (3.5%)
5 to 17 Years3 (5.4%)21 (35.6%)
18 to 34 Years14 (12.3%)5 (5.3%)
35 to 64 Years40 (17.9%)56 (25.2%)
65 to 74 Years7 (14.3%)21 (84.0%)
75 Years and over6 (33.3%)29 (55.8%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Mortons Gap: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years5 (9.1%)14 (23.7%)
18 to 34 Years30 (26.3%)14 (14.7%)
35 to 64 Years26 (11.7%)30 (13.5%)
65 to 74 Years2 (4.1%)7 (28.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)18 (34.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Mortons Gap: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years3 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)6 (6.3%)
35 to 64 Years35 (15.7%)29 (13.1%)
65 to 74 Years9 (18.4%)21 (84.0%)
75 Years and over6 (33.3%)26 (50.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Mortons Gap: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years5 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years21 (18.4%)6 (6.3%)
35 to 64 Years20 (9.0%)4 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years2 (4.1%)14 (56.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)7 (13.5%)

Technology Access in Mortons Gap

Computing Device Access in Mortons Gap

Computing Device Access in Mortons Gap
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop22457.3%
Smartphone30076.7%
Tablet20752.9%
No Computing Device6616.9%
Total391100.0%

Internet Access in Mortons Gap

Internet Access in Mortons Gap
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home26467.5%
Cellular Data Only328.2%
Satellite Internet71.8%
No Internet8822.5%
Total391100.0%

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 975.
What is the Total Male Population of Mortons Gap?
Total Male Population of Mortons Gap is 493.
What is the Total Female Population of Mortons Gap?
Total Female Population of Mortons Gap is 482.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Mortons Gap?
There are 102.28 Males per 100 Females in Mortons Gap.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Mortons Gap?
There are 97.77 Females per 100 Males in Mortons Gap.
What is the Median Population Age in Mortons Gap?
Median Population Age in Mortons Gap is 45.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Mortons Gap
Average Family Size in Mortons Gap is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Mortons Gap
Average Household Size in Mortons Gap is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Mortons Gap?
Per Capita income in Mortons Gap is $20,118.
What is the Median Family Income in Mortons Gap?
Median Family Income in Mortons Gap is $49,219.
What is the Median Household income in Mortons Gap?
Median Household Income in Mortons Gap is $41,050.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Mortons Gap?
Income or Wage Gap in Mortons Gap is 41.6%.
Women in Mortons Gap earn 58.4 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 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in Mortons Gap?
There are 407 People in the Labor Forcein in Mortons Gap.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Mortons Gap?
48.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Mortons Gap.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Mortons Gap?
Unemployment Rate in Mortons Gap is 9.6%.