Amelia, LA

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Amelia Overview

2,000
TOTAL POPULATION
1,044
MALE POPULATION
956
FEMALE POPULATION
109.21
MALES / 100 FEMALES
91.57
FEMALES / 100 MALES
31.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$17,987
PER CAPITA INCOME
$46,537
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$45,333
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
62.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
37.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$13,096
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
811
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
53.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Amelia Zip Codes

Race in Amelia

The most populous races in Amelia are Hispanic or Latino (1,103 | 55.1%), Some other Race (664 | 33.2%), and White / Caucasian (578 | 28.9%).
Race in Amelia
Race# Population% Population
Asian23511.7%
Black / African American1497.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1,10355.1%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian57828.9%
Two or more Races37418.7%
Some other Race66433.2%
Total2,000100.0%

Ancestry in Amelia

The most populous ancestries reported in Amelia are Mexican (703 | 35.1%), Sri Lankan (237 | 11.8%), Central American (183 | 9.1%), Guatemalan (141 | 7.0%), and Spanish (110 | 5.5%), together accounting for 68.7% of all Amelia residents.
Ancestry in Amelia
Ancestry# Population% Population
Cajun331.7%
Central American1839.1%
Chilean703.5%
French592.9%
French Canadian552.8%
German120.6%
Guatemalan1417.0%
Honduran422.1%
Irish924.6%
Italian90.4%
Mexican70335.1%
Puerto Rican371.8%
South American703.5%
Spanish1105.5%
Sri Lankan23711.8%
Swedish120.6%
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Immigrants in Amelia

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Amelia came from Latin America (561 | 28.1%), Central America (518 | 25.9%), Mexico (369 | 18.4%), Asia (167 | 8.4%), and South Eastern Asia (167 | 8.4%), together accounting for 89.1% of all Amelia residents.
Immigrants in Amelia
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia1678.4%
Central America51825.9%
Chile432.1%
Guatemala703.5%
Honduras794.0%
Latin America56128.1%
Mexico36918.4%
South America432.1%
South Eastern Asia1678.4%
Vietnam1678.4%
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Sex and Age in Amelia

Sex and Age in Amelia

The most populous age groups in Amelia are 40 to 44 Years (124 | 11.9%) for men and 45 to 49 Years (111 | 11.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Amelia
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years104 (10.0%)100 (10.5%)
5 to 9 Years76 (7.3%)84 (8.8%)
10 to 14 Years41 (3.9%)54 (5.7%)
15 to 19 Years107 (10.2%)107 (11.2%)
20 to 24 Years61 (5.8%)102 (10.7%)
25 to 29 Years76 (7.3%)54 (5.7%)
30 to 34 Years41 (3.9%)16 (1.7%)
35 to 39 Years69 (6.6%)52 (5.4%)
40 to 44 Years124 (11.9%)55 (5.8%)
45 to 49 Years91 (8.7%)111 (11.6%)
50 to 54 Years30 (2.9%)17 (1.8%)
55 to 59 Years74 (7.1%)49 (5.1%)
60 to 64 Years24 (2.3%)46 (4.8%)
65 to 69 Years38 (3.6%)21 (2.2%)
70 to 74 Years9 (0.9%)32 (3.4%)
75 to 79 Years27 (2.6%)17 (1.8%)
80 to 84 Years17 (1.6%)18 (1.9%)
85 Years and over35 (3.4%)21 (2.2%)
Total1,044 (100.0%)956 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Amelia

Median Family Size in Amelia

The median family size in Amelia is 3.21 persons per family, with married-couple families (358 | 62.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.54 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (113 | 19.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.24 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Amelia
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple358 (62.8%)3.54
Single Male/Father113 (19.8%)2.24
Single Female/Mother99 (17.4%)3.16
Total Families570 (100.0%)3.21

Median Household Size in Amelia

The median household size in Amelia is 2.84 persons per household, with married-couple households (358 | 50.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.54 persons per household. non-family households (135 | 19.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.04 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Amelia
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple358 (50.8%)3.54
Single Male/Father113 (16.0%)2.32
Single Female/Mother99 (14.0%)3.34
Non-family135 (19.2%)1.04
Total Households705 (100.0%)2.84

Household Size by Marriage Status in Amelia

Out of a total of 705 households in Amelia, 570 (80.8%) are family households, while 135 (19.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 269, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 130.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Amelia
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-130 (18.4%)
2-Person Households269 (38.2%)5 (0.7%)
3-Person Households95 (13.5%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households65 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households60 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households81 (11.5%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total570 (80.8%)135 (19.2%)

Female Fertility in Amelia

Fertility by Age in Amelia

Average fertility rate in Amelia is 60.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 174.0 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 Amelia
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years30 (100.0%)174.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total30 (100.0%)60.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Amelia

70.0% of women with births (30) in Amelia are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 30.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 30.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Amelia
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years21 (70.0%)9 (30.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total21 (70.0%)9 (30.0%)

Fertility by Education in Amelia

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Amelia
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School6 (20.0%)52.0
High School Diploma9 (30.0%)34.0
College or Associate's Degree15 (50.0%)143.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total30 (100.0%)60.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Amelia

30.0% of women with births in Amelia 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 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Amelia
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total21 (70.0%)9 (30.0%)

Income in Amelia

Income Overview in Amelia

Per Capita Income in Amelia is $17,987, while median incomes of families and households are $46,537 and $45,333 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,000$17,987
Median Family Income570$46,537
Mean Family Income570$54,385
Median Household Income705$45,333
Mean Household Income705$47,871
Income Deficit570$13,096
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,00062.53%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,00037.47¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,0000.41

Earnings by Sex in Amelia

Average Earnings in Amelia are $43,839, $46,328 for men and $17,361 for women, a difference of 62.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Amelia
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male491 (60.2%)$46,328
Female325 (39.8%)$17,361
Total816 (100.0%)$43,839

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Amelia

The most common earnings brackets in Amelia are $45,000 to $49,999 for men (148 | 30.1%) and $45,000 to $49,999 for women (66 | 20.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Amelia
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)39 (12.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)45 (13.9%)
$7,500 to $9,9997 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49921 (4.3%)17 (5.2%)
$12,500 to $14,99929 (5.9%)36 (11.1%)
$15,000 to $17,49918 (3.7%)27 (8.3%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4998 (1.6%)15 (4.6%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)30 (9.2%)
$30,000 to $34,99935 (7.1%)7 (2.1%)
$35,000 to $39,99912 (2.4%)32 (9.9%)
$40,000 to $44,99956 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,999148 (30.1%)66 (20.3%)
$50,000 to $54,99918 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99999 (20.2%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99920 (4.1%)11 (3.4%)
$100,000+20 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total491 (100.0%)325 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Amelia

Average earnings in Amelia are $47,335 for men and $27,361 for women, a difference of 42.2%. Men with an educational attainment of less than high school enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $50,556, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $43,250. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $45,019, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $45,019.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Amelia
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$50,556$0
High School Diploma$49,583$45,019
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree$43,250$0
Graduate Degree--
Total$47,335$27,361

Family Income in Amelia

Family Income Brackets in Amelia

According to the Amelia family income data, there are 178 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 31.2% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Amelia
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000549.5%
$10,000 to $14,999234.0%
$15,000 to $24,999356.1%
$25,000 to $34,999376.5%
$35,000 to $49,99917831.2%
$50,000 to $74,99912321.6%
$75,000 to $99,999366.3%
$100,000 to $149,9998414.7%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Amelia

5-person families (60 | 10.5%) account for the highest median family income in Amelia with $68,214 per family, while 2-person families (290 | 50.9%) have the highest median income of $22,730 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Amelia
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families290 (50.9%)$45,460
3-Person Families96 (16.8%)$0
4-Person Families43 (7.5%)$0
5-Person Families60 (10.5%)$68,214
6-Person Families81 (14.2%)$61,213
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total570 (100.0%)$46,537

Family Income by Number of Earners in Amelia

Family Income by Number of Earners in Amelia
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners88 (15.4%)$0
1 Earner308 (54.0%)$46,009
2 Earners139 (24.4%)$68,839
3+ Earners35 (6.1%)$0
Total570 (100.0%)$46,537

Household Income in Amelia

Household Income Brackets in Amelia

With 190 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Amelia, accounting for 27.0% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Amelia
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0009012.8%
$10,000 to $14,999405.7%
$15,000 to $24,9999012.8%
$25,000 to $34,999375.2%
$35,000 to $49,99919027.0%
$50,000 to $74,99913819.6%
$75,000 to $99,999365.1%
$100,000 to $149,9998411.9%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Amelia

The median household income in Amelia is $45,333, with the highest median household income of $45,655 found in the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 61 households (8.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 172 households (24.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Amelia
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years61 (8.6%)$45,655
25 to 44 Years306 (43.4%)$45,625
45 to 64 Years172 (24.4%)$0
65+ Years166 (23.5%)$40,673
Total705 (100.0%)$45,333

Poverty in Amelia

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Amelia

With 16.0% poverty level for males and 28.2% for females among the residents of Amelia, 15 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 5 males (100.0%) and 20 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Amelia
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)36 (36.0%)
5 Years11 (61.1%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years16 (16.2%)12 (52.2%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)12 (22.2%)
15 Years5 (100.0%)18 (62.1%)
16 and 17 Years14 (36.8%)20 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)33 (20.6%)
25 to 34 Years12 (10.3%)10 (14.3%)
35 to 44 Years31 (16.1%)39 (36.4%)
45 to 54 Years30 (24.8%)37 (28.9%)
55 to 64 Years28 (28.6%)12 (12.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)6 (11.3%)
75 Years and over20 (25.3%)35 (62.5%)
Total167 (16.0%)270 (28.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Amelia

According to the poverty statistics in Amelia, males aged under 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 Amelia
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years104 (100.0%)64 (64.0%)
5 Years7 (38.9%)61 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years83 (83.8%)11 (47.8%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)42 (77.8%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)11 (37.9%)
16 and 17 Years24 (63.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years125 (100.0%)127 (79.4%)
25 to 34 Years105 (89.7%)60 (85.7%)
35 to 44 Years162 (83.9%)68 (63.5%)
45 to 54 Years91 (75.2%)91 (71.1%)
55 to 64 Years70 (71.4%)83 (87.4%)
65 to 74 Years47 (100.0%)47 (88.7%)
75 Years and over59 (74.7%)21 (37.5%)
Total877 (84.0%)686 (71.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Amelia

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Amelia show that 17.9% or 64 of the total 358 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 31.2%, comprising of 20 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 12.2%, which includes 12 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Amelia
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children164 (83.7%)32 (16.3%)
1 or 2 Children44 (68.8%)20 (31.2%)
3 or 4 Children86 (87.8%)12 (12.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total294 (82.1%)64 (17.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Amelia

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Amelia
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)45 (45.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)45 (45.5%)

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

The poverty data for Amelia shows that 64 of the married-couple family households (17.9%) and 45 of the single-parent households (21.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 20 households (31.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 45 household (37.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Amelia
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children32 (16.3%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children20 (31.2%)45 (37.5%)
3 or 4 Children12 (12.2%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total64 (17.9%)45 (21.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Amelia

Employment by Class of Employer in Amelia

Among the 742 employed individuals in Amelia, private company employees (649 | 87.5%), self-employed (not incorporated) (43 | 5.8%), and local government employees (29 | 3.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Amelia
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees64987.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)435.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations212.8%
Local Government Employees293.9%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total742100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Amelia

According to the labor force statistics for Amelia, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,507), 53.8% or 811 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.5% or 69 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 83.1% or 108 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 45 to 54 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 20.1% or 35 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Amelia
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years77 (42.8%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years79 (48.5%)8 (10.1%)
25 to 29 Years108 (83.1%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years41 (71.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years167 (55.7%)26 (15.6%)
45 to 54 Years174 (69.9%)35 (20.1%)
55 to 59 Years79 (64.2%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years13 (18.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years29 (29.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over44 (32.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total811 (53.8%)69 (8.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Amelia

According to labor force statistics for Amelia, 62.6% of individuals (582) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (929) are in the labor force, with 10.5% or 61 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 98.5% or 67 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 60.3% or 35 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Amelia
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School174 (49.7%)34 (9.8%)
High School Diploma283 (66.0%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree58 (70.7%)49 (60.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher67 (98.5%)9 (13.4%)
Total582 (62.6%)98 (10.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Amelia

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Amelia are Management (94 | 12.7%), Business & Financial (50 | 6.7%), Computers, Engineering & Science (1 | 0.1%), and Computers & Mathematics (1 | 0.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Amelia

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Amelia
OccupationMaleFemale
Management9 (9.6%)85 (90.4%)
Business & Financial50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)60 (41.4%)85 (58.6%)
Total (Overall)466 (62.8%)276 (37.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Amelia are Personal Care & Service (39 | 5.3%), Security & Protection (33 | 4.4%), Firefighting & Prevention (33 | 4.4%), Healthcare Support (27 | 3.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (25 | 3.4%).
Services Occupations in Amelia

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Amelia, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (63.6%), Firefighting & Prevention (63.6%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (61.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Amelia
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Security & Protection21 (63.6%)12 (36.4%)
Firefighting & Prevention21 (63.6%)12 (36.4%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance8 (61.5%)5 (38.5%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)39 (100.0%)
Total (Category)29 (21.2%)108 (78.8%)
Total (Overall)466 (62.8%)276 (37.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Amelia are Office & Administration (59 | 8.0%), and Sales & Related (22 | 3.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Amelia

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Amelia
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
Office & Administration30 (50.8%)29 (49.1%)
Total (Category)30 (37.0%)51 (63.0%)
Total (Overall)466 (62.8%)276 (37.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Amelia are Construction & Extraction (228 | 30.7%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (12 | 1.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Amelia

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Amelia
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction196 (86.0%)32 (14.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)208 (86.7%)32 (13.3%)
Total (Overall)466 (62.8%)276 (37.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Amelia are Production (100 | 13.5%), and Transportation (39 | 5.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Amelia

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Amelia
OccupationMaleFemale
Production100 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)139 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)466 (62.8%)276 (37.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Amelia

Employment Industries in Amelia

The major employment industries in Amelia include Construction (259 | 34.9%), Retail Trade (151 | 20.3%), Manufacturing (49 | 6.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (45 | 6.1%), and Transportation & Warehousing (39 | 5.3%).
Employment Industries in Amelia

Employment Industries by Sex in Amelia

The Amelia industries that see more men than women are Manufacturing (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Utilities (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Amelia
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction216 (83.4%)43 (16.6%)
Manufacturing49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade63 (41.7%)88 (58.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Educational Services8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance1 (2.2%)44 (97.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
Public Administration21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total466 (62.8%)276 (37.2%)

Education in Amelia

School Enrollment in Amelia

The most common levels of schooling among the 519 students in Amelia are college / undergraduate (127 | 24.5%), elementary school (102 | 19.7%), and high school (101 | 19.5%).
School Enrollment in Amelia
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool438.3%
Kindergarten7213.9%
Elementary School10219.7%
Middle School7414.3%
High School10119.5%
College / Undergraduate12724.5%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total519100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Amelia

Out of a total of 519 students who are enrolled in schools in Amelia, 65 (12.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 454 (87.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 14 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 36 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Amelia
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old160 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds89 (93.7%)6 (6.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds24 (44.4%)30 (55.6%)
20 to 24 Year Olds53 (77.9%)15 (22.1%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Total454 (87.5%)65 (12.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Amelia

Business (39 | 46.4%), physical & health sciences (28 | 33.3%), education (16 | 19.1%), and social sciences (1 | 1.2%) are the most common fields of study among 84 individuals in Amelia who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Amelia
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences2833.3%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences11.2%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business3946.4%
Education1619.1%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total84100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Amelia

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Amelia

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Amelia are males with 2 vehicles (211, accounting for 45.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (179, making up 76.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Amelia
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)17 (6.2%)
1 Vehicle108 (23.2%)34 (12.3%)
2 Vehicles211 (45.3%)179 (64.9%)
3 Vehicles100 (21.5%)19 (6.9%)
4 Vehicles47 (10.1%)27 (9.8%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total466 (100.0%)276 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Amelia

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Amelia are 10 to 14 minutes (214 commuters, 29.6%), 15 to 19 minutes (134 commuters, 18.5%), and less than 5 minutes (117 commuters, 16.2%).
Commute Time in Amelia
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes11716.2%
5 to 9 Minutes709.7%
10 to 14 Minutes21429.6%
15 to 19 Minutes13418.5%
20 to 24 Minutes273.7%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes8812.1%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes121.7%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes628.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Amelia

The most common commute times in Amelia are 15 to 19 minutes (129 commuters, 27.7%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (100 commuters, 38.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Amelia
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes43 (9.2%)74 (28.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes29 (6.2%)41 (15.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes114 (24.5%)100 (38.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes129 (27.7%)5 (1.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes27 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes61 (13.1%)27 (10.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes1 (0.2%)11 (4.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes62 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Amelia

The most frequent times of departure to work in Amelia are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (109, 23.4%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (68, 26.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Amelia
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)27 (10.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM70 (15.0%)11 (4.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM102 (21.9%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM109 (23.4%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM27 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM94 (20.2%)66 (25.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)7 (2.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM23 (4.9%)68 (26.4%)
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%)52 (20.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM41 (8.8%)15 (5.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)12 (4.6%)
Total466 (100.0%)258 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Amelia

Occupancy by Ownership in Amelia

Of the total 705 dwellings in Amelia, owner-occupied units account for 468 (66.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 237 (33.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Amelia
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units46866.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units23733.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units705100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Amelia

Occupancy by Household Size in Amelia
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household13018.4%
2-Person Household27438.9%
3-Person Household9513.5%
4+ Person Household20629.2%
Total Housing Units705100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Amelia

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Amelia
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household72 (55.4%)58 (44.6%)
2-Person Household189 (69.0%)85 (31.0%)
3-Person Household78 (82.1%)17 (17.9%)
4+ Person Household129 (62.6%)77 (37.4%)
Total Housing Units468 (66.4%)237 (33.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Amelia

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Amelia
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School138 (66.3%)70 (33.7%)
High School Diploma212 (67.5%)102 (32.5%)
College/Associate Degree80 (55.2%)65 (44.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Amelia

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Amelia
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years14821.0%
35 to 44 Years21931.1%
45 to 54 Years8712.3%
55 to 64 Years8512.1%
65 to 74 Years649.1%
75 to 84 Years618.6%
85 Years and Over415.8%
Total705100.0%

Housing Finances in Amelia

Median Income by Occupancy in Amelia

Median Income by Occupancy in Amelia
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied468 (66.4%)$46,006
Renter-Occupied237 (33.6%)$42,772
Average705 (100.0%)$45,333

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Amelia

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Amelia
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00020 (4.3%)54 (22.8%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)16 (6.8%)
$10,000 to $14,99923 (4.9%)17 (7.2%)
$15,000 to $19,99950 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99940 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9998 (1.7%)29 (12.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999145 (31.0%)45 (19.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99987 (18.6%)51 (21.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99927 (5.8%)9 (3.8%)
$100,000 to $149,99968 (14.5%)16 (6.8%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total468 (100.0%)237 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Amelia

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Amelia
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300199 (42.5%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49993 (19.9%)31 (13.1%)
$500 to $799112 (23.9%)12 (5.1%)
$800 to $99918 (3.8%)138 (58.2%)
$1,000 to $1,49946 (9.8%)17 (7.2%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total468 (100.0%)237 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Amelia

Housing Structures in Amelia

Housing Structures in Amelia
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached35450.2%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other35149.8%
Total705100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Amelia

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Amelia
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached289 (81.6%)65 (18.4%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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 / Other179 (51.0%)172 (49.0%)
Total468 (66.4%)237 (33.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Amelia

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Amelia
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)16 (6.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms207 (44.2%)129 (54.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms224 (47.9%)59 (24.9%)
8 or more Rooms37 (7.9%)33 (13.9%)
Total468 (100.0%)237 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Amelia

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Amelia
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas59 (12.6%)12 (5.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity405 (86.5%)225 (94.9%)
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 Used4 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total468 (100.0%)237 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Amelia

Household Vehicle Usage in Amelia
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)33 (13.9%)
1 Vehicle131 (28.0%)112 (47.3%)
2 Vehicles228 (48.7%)75 (31.7%)
3 or more Vehicles109 (23.3%)17 (7.2%)
Total468 (100.0%)237 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Amelia

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Amelia

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units38088
Median Property Value--
Median Household Income$45,227$0
Monthly Housing Costs$297$0
Real Estate Taxes$346$45

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Amelia

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Amelia
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000191 (50.3%)36 (40.9%)
$50,000 to $99,99958 (15.3%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999109 (28.7%)52 (59.1%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,99922 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total380 (100.0%)88 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Amelia

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Amelia
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00020 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99998 (25.8%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9998 (2.1%)15 (17.1%)
$35,000 to $49,999124 (32.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99952 (13.7%)21 (23.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99927 (7.1%)35 (39.8%)
$100,000 to $149,99951 (13.4%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)17 (19.3%)
Total380 (100.0%)88 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Amelia

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Amelia
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x202 (53.2%)58,452 (66,422.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x55 (14.5%)67 (76.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x4 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
4.0x or more99 (26.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total380 (100.0%)88 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Amelia

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Amelia
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800130 (34.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)43 (48.9%)
$800 to $1,49932 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total380 (100.0%)88 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Amelia

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Amelia

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Amelia
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years222 (78.4%)61 (21.5%)
6 to 18 Years361 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years163 (76.9%)49 (23.1%)
26 to 34 Years123 (73.7%)44 (26.4%)
35 to 44 Years221 (73.7%)79 (26.3%)
45 to 54 Years192 (77.1%)57 (22.9%)
55 to 64 Years193 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years100 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older118 (87.4%)17 (12.6%)
Total1,693 (84.7%)307 (15.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Amelia

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Amelia
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born222 (78.4%)61 (21.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen361 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen163 (76.9%)49 (23.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Amelia

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Amelia
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000328 (78.5%)90 (21.5%)
$25,000 to $49,999493 (75.6%)159 (24.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999446 (97.4%)12 (2.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99981 (90.0%)9 (10.0%)
$100,000 and over345 (90.3%)37 (9.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Amelia

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Amelia
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6222 (78.4%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years352 (97.5%)9 (2.5%)
19 to 25 Years134 (63.2%)29 (13.7%)
25 to 34 Years65 (38.9%)58 (34.7%)
35 to 44 Years170 (56.7%)60 (20.0%)
45 to 54 Years92 (36.9%)100 (40.2%)
55 to 64 Years80 (41.4%)127 (65.8%)
65 to 74 Years100 (100.0%)56 (56.0%)
75 Years and over118 (87.4%)34 (25.2%)
Total1,333 (66.6%)473 (23.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Amelia

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Amelia
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years8 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years41 (10.0%)11 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years39 (83.0%)10 (18.9%)
75 Years and over46 (58.2%)56 (100.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Amelia

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Amelia: <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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years16 (3.9%)11 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years14 (29.8%)8 (15.1%)
75 Years and over46 (58.2%)16 (28.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Amelia: <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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over20 (25.3%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Amelia: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years8 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years19 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)2 (3.8%)
75 Years and over9 (11.4%)5 (8.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Amelia: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years18 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years25 (53.2%)2 (3.8%)
75 Years and over9 (11.4%)40 (71.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Amelia: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years9 (19.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)5 (8.9%)

Technology Access in Amelia

Computing Device Access in Amelia

Computing Device Access in Amelia
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop22031.2%
Smartphone59684.5%
Tablet28941.0%
No Computing Device8411.9%
Total705100.0%

Internet Access in Amelia

Internet Access in Amelia
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home40557.5%
Cellular Data Only16723.7%
Satellite Internet162.3%
No Internet13318.9%
Total705100.0%

Amelia Summary

Amelia is a small town located in St. Mary Parish, Louisiana. It is situated on the banks of the Atchafalaya River, approximately 25 miles south of Morgan City. The town has a population of 1,845 people, according to the 2010 census.

Geography

Amelia is located in the southeastern part of St. Mary Parish, Louisiana. It is situated on the banks of the Atchafalaya River, approximately 25 miles south of Morgan City. The town is surrounded by marshland and is bordered by the Atchafalaya River to the east and the Gulf of Mexico to the south. The town is located in the humid subtropical climate zone, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C).

History

Amelia was founded in 1845 by a group of French settlers. The town was named after the daughter of one of the settlers, Amelia Broussard. The town was originally a small fishing village, but it grew rapidly in the late 19th century due to the development of the sugar cane industry. The town was incorporated in 1891 and by the early 20th century, it had become a major port for the sugar cane industry.
In the 1950s, Amelia began to experience a decline in the sugar cane industry, and the town began to focus on other industries such as fishing, shrimping, and oil and gas. The town has also become a popular tourist destination, with many visitors coming to enjoy the town’s natural beauty and its proximity to the Atchafalaya River.

Economy

The economy of Amelia is largely based on the oil and gas industry, fishing, and tourism. The town is home to several oil and gas companies, including Chevron, Shell, and ExxonMobil. Fishing and shrimping are also important industries in the town, with many of the local fishermen selling their catch to local restaurants and markets.
Tourism is also an important part of the local economy. The town is home to several popular attractions, including the Atchafalaya River, the Amelia Wildlife Refuge, and the Amelia Nature Center. The town also hosts several festivals throughout the year, including the Amelia Mardi Gras Festival and the Amelia Seafood Festival.

Demographics

According to the 2010 census, Amelia has a population of 1,845 people. The town is predominantly white, with a population that is 77.3% white, 19.2% African American, and 2.5% Hispanic or Latino. The median household income in Amelia is $37,917, and the median age is 38.7 years.

Conclusion

Amelia is a small town located in St. Mary Parish, Louisiana. It is situated on the banks of the Atchafalaya River, approximately 25 miles south of Morgan City. The town has a population of 1,845 people, according to the 2010 census. The economy of Amelia is largely based on the oil and gas industry, fishing, and tourism. The town is predominantly white, with a population that is 77.3% white, 19.2% African American, and 2.5% Hispanic or Latino. Amelia is a popular tourist destination, with many visitors coming to enjoy the town’s natural beauty and its proximity to the Atchafalaya River.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Amelia?
Total Population of Amelia is 2,000.
What is the Total Male Population of Amelia?
Total Male Population of Amelia is 1,044.
What is the Total Female Population of Amelia?
Total Female Population of Amelia is 956.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Amelia?
There are 109.21 Males per 100 Females in Amelia.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Amelia?
There are 91.57 Females per 100 Males in Amelia.
What is the Median Population Age in Amelia?
Median Population Age in Amelia is 31.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Amelia
Average Family Size in Amelia is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Amelia
Average Household Size in Amelia is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Amelia?
Per Capita income in Amelia is $17,987.
What is the Median Family Income in Amelia?
Median Family Income in Amelia is $46,537.
What is the Median Household income in Amelia?
Median Household Income in Amelia is $45,333.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Amelia?
Income or Wage Gap in Amelia is 62.5%.
Women in Amelia earn 37.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Amelia?
Family Income Deficit in Amelia is $13,096.
Families that are below poverty line in Amelia earn $13,096 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Amelia?
Inequality or Gini Index in Amelia is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Amelia?
There are 811 People in the Labor Forcein in Amelia.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Amelia?
53.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Amelia.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Amelia?
Unemployment Rate in Amelia is 8.5%.