Gonzales, LA
Gonzales Map
Gonzales Overview
12,356
TOTAL POPULATION
6,026
MALE POPULATION
6,330
FEMALE POPULATION
95.20
MALES / 100 FEMALES
105.04
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,406
PER CAPITA INCOME
$78,915
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$66,310
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
57.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
42.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
6,253
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Gonzales Zip Codes
Gonzales Area Codes
Race in Gonzales
The most populous races in Gonzales are Black / African American (5,848 | 47.3%), White / Caucasian (5,716 | 46.3%), and Hispanic or Latino (1,018 | 8.2%).
Race | # Population | % Population |
Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
Black / African American | 5,848 | 47.3% |
Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
Hispanic or Latino | 1,018 | 8.2% |
Native / Alaskan | 34 | 0.3% |
White / Caucasian | 5,716 | 46.3% |
Two or more Races | 314 | 2.5% |
Some other Race | 444 | 3.6% |
Total | 12,356 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Gonzales
The most populous ancestries reported in Gonzales are French (1,563 | 12.7%), American (695 | 5.6%), Mexican (669 | 5.4%), French Canadian (625 | 5.1%), and German (600 | 4.9%), together accounting for 33.6% of all Gonzales residents.
Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
African | 321 | 2.6% |
American | 695 | 5.6% |
Apache | 9 | 0.1% |
Blackfeet | 50 | 0.4% |
British | 38 | 0.3% |
Central American | 26 | 0.2% |
Cuban | 228 | 1.8% |
Danish | 18 | 0.2% |
Dutch | 36 | 0.3% |
Eastern European | 44 | 0.4% |
Ecuadorian | 32 | 0.3% |
English | 568 | 4.6% |
European | 10 | 0.1% |
French | 1,563 | 12.7% |
French Canadian | 625 | 5.1% |
German | 600 | 4.9% |
Guatemalan | 14 | 0.1% |
Honduran | 12 | 0.1% |
Irish | 414 | 3.4% |
Italian | 259 | 2.1% |
Jamaican | 8 | 0.1% |
Mexican | 669 | 5.4% |
Mexican American Indian | 34 | 0.3% |
Norwegian | 24 | 0.2% |
Puerto Rican | 16 | 0.1% |
Scandinavian | 2 | 0.0% |
Scotch-Irish | 72 | 0.6% |
Scottish | 113 | 0.9% |
South American | 32 | 0.3% |
Spaniard | 3 | 0.0% |
Spanish | 33 | 0.3% |
Subsaharan African | 321 | 2.6% |
Swedish | 10 | 0.1% |
Ukrainian | 109 | 0.9% | View All 34 Rows |
Immigrants in Gonzales
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Gonzales came from Latin America (547 | 4.4%), Central America (346 | 2.8%), Mexico (326 | 2.6%), Caribbean (169 | 1.4%), and Cuba (169 | 1.4%), together accounting for 12.6% of all Gonzales residents.
Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
Caribbean | 169 | 1.4% |
Central America | 346 | 2.8% |
Cuba | 169 | 1.4% |
Ecuador | 32 | 0.3% |
El Salvador | 16 | 0.1% |
Europe | 6 | 0.1% |
Germany | 6 | 0.1% |
Honduras | 4 | 0.0% |
Latin America | 547 | 4.4% |
Mexico | 326 | 2.6% |
South America | 32 | 0.3% |
Western Europe | 6 | 0.1% | View All 12 Rows |
Sex and Age in Gonzales
Sex and Age in Gonzales
The most populous age groups in Gonzales are 25 to 29 Years (829 | 13.8%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (676 | 10.7%) for women.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 288 (4.8%) | 429 (6.8%) |
5 to 9 Years | 320 (5.3%) | 236 (3.7%) |
10 to 14 Years | 428 (7.1%) | 318 (5.0%) |
15 to 19 Years | 451 (7.5%) | 503 (8.0%) |
20 to 24 Years | 363 (6.0%) | 362 (5.7%) |
25 to 29 Years | 829 (13.8%) | 451 (7.1%) |
30 to 34 Years | 436 (7.2%) | 438 (6.9%) |
35 to 39 Years | 426 (7.1%) | 340 (5.4%) |
40 to 44 Years | 107 (1.8%) | 496 (7.8%) |
45 to 49 Years | 358 (5.9%) | 153 (2.4%) |
50 to 54 Years | 360 (6.0%) | 330 (5.2%) |
55 to 59 Years | 641 (10.6%) | 676 (10.7%) |
60 to 64 Years | 225 (3.7%) | 352 (5.6%) |
65 to 69 Years | 376 (6.2%) | 387 (6.1%) |
70 to 74 Years | 135 (2.2%) | 198 (3.1%) |
75 to 79 Years | 128 (2.1%) | 384 (6.1%) |
80 to 84 Years | 92 (1.5%) | 138 (2.2%) |
85 Years and over | 63 (1.1%) | 139 (2.2%) |
Total | 6,026 (100.0%) | 6,330 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Gonzales
Median Family Size in Gonzales
The median family size in Gonzales is 3.02 persons per family, with single female/mother families (850 | 27.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.74 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (235 | 7.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.20 persons per family.
Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
Married-Couple | 2,022 (65.1%) | 2.81 |
Single Male/Father | 235 (7.6%) | 2.20 |
Single Female/Mother | 850 (27.4%) | 3.74 |
Total Families | 3,107 (100.0%) | 3.02 |
Median Household Size in Gonzales
The median household size in Gonzales is 2.27 persons per household, with single female/mother households (850 | 16.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.92 persons per household. non-family households (2,220 | 41.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.13 persons per household.
Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
Married-Couple | 2,022 (38.0%) | 2.81 |
Single Male/Father | 235 (4.4%) | 2.46 |
Single Female/Mother | 850 (16.0%) | 3.92 |
Non-family | 2,220 (41.7%) | 1.13 |
Total Households | 5,327 (100.0%) | 2.27 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Gonzales
Out of a total of 5,327 households in Gonzales, 3,107 (58.3%) are family households, while 2,220 (41.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,574, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,927.
Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
1-Person Households | - | 1,927 (36.2%) |
2-Person Households | 1,574 (29.5%) | 279 (5.2%) |
3-Person Households | 423 (7.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
4-Person Households | 792 (14.9%) | 14 (0.3%) |
5-Person Households | 278 (5.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6-Person Households | 40 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 3,107 (58.3%) | 2,220 (41.7%) |
Female Fertility in Gonzales
Fertility by Age in Gonzales
Average fertility rate in Gonzales is 33.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 64.8% of all women with births.
Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
20 to 34 years | 59 (64.8%) | 47.0 |
35 to 50 years | 32 (35.2%) | 32.0 |
Total | 91 (100.0%) | 33.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Gonzales
63.7% of women with births (91) in Gonzales are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 100.0% 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 1.7% of them unmarried.
Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 34 years | 58 (98.3%) | 1 (1.7%) |
35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 32 (100.0%) |
Total | 58 (63.7%) | 33 (36.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Gonzales
Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
High School Diploma | 85 (93.4%) | 107.0 |
College or Associate's Degree | 6 (6.6%) | 9.0 |
Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Total | 91 (100.0%) | 33.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Gonzales
36.3% of women with births in Gonzales are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 83.3% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 37.7% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
High School Diploma | 53 (62.4%) | 32 (37.7%) |
College or Associate's Degree | 5 (83.3%) | 1 (16.7%) |
Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 58 (63.7%) | 33 (36.3%) |
Income in Gonzales
Income Overview in Gonzales
Per Capita Income in Gonzales is $34,406, while median incomes of families and households are $78,915 and $66,310 respectively.
Characteristic | Number | Measure |
Per Capita Income | 12,356 | $34,406 |
Median Family Income | 3,107 | $78,915 |
Mean Family Income | 3,107 | $89,742 |
Median Household Income | 5,327 | $66,310 |
Mean Household Income | 5,327 | $79,440 |
Income Deficit | 3,107 | $0 |
Wage / Income Gap (%) | 12,356 | 57.70% |
Wage / Income Gap ($) | 12,356 | 42.30¢ per $1 |
Gini / Inequality Index | 12,356 | 0.38 |
Earnings by Sex in Gonzales
Average Earnings in Gonzales are $44,748, $67,551 for men and $28,574 for women, a difference of 57.7%.
Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
Male | 3,489 (56.6%) | $67,551 |
Female | 2,681 (43.4%) | $28,574 |
Total | 6,170 (100.0%) | $44,748 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Gonzales
The most common earnings brackets in Gonzales are $100,000+ for men (792 | 22.7%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (312 | 11.6%).
Income | Male | Female |
$2,499 or less | 29 (0.8%) | 58 (2.2%) |
$2,500 to $4,999 | 44 (1.3%) | 64 (2.4%) |
$5,000 to $7,499 | 29 (0.8%) | 128 (4.8%) |
$7,500 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 219 (8.2%) |
$10,000 to $12,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 35 (1.3%) |
$12,500 to $14,999 | 2 (0.1%) | 290 (10.8%) |
$15,000 to $17,499 | 23 (0.7%) | 160 (6.0%) |
$17,500 to $19,999 | 108 (3.1%) | 18 (0.7%) |
$20,000 to $22,499 | 32 (0.9%) | 195 (7.3%) |
$22,500 to $24,999 | 179 (5.1%) | 32 (1.2%) |
$25,000 to $29,999 | 160 (4.6%) | 255 (9.5%) |
$30,000 to $34,999 | 146 (4.2%) | 233 (8.7%) |
$35,000 to $39,999 | 169 (4.8%) | 147 (5.5%) |
$40,000 to $44,999 | 226 (6.5%) | 132 (4.9%) |
$45,000 to $49,999 | 316 (9.1%) | 77 (2.9%) |
$50,000 to $54,999 | 53 (1.5%) | 88 (3.3%) |
$55,000 to $64,999 | 204 (5.9%) | 312 (11.6%) |
$65,000 to $74,999 | 250 (7.2%) | 65 (2.4%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 727 (20.8%) | 60 (2.2%) |
$100,000+ | 792 (22.7%) | 113 (4.2%) |
Total | 3,489 (100.0%) | 2,681 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Gonzales
Average earnings in Gonzales are $69,382 for men and $33,695 for women, a difference of 51.4%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $112,629, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $32,969. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $60,692, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $16,063.
Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
Less than High School | $32,969 | $16,063 |
High School Diploma | $69,037 | $33,320 |
College or Associate's Degree | $46,414 | $29,144 |
Bachelor's Degree | $112,629 | $44,195 |
Graduate Degree | - | - |
Total | $69,382 | $33,695 |
Family Income in Gonzales
Family Income Brackets in Gonzales
According to the Gonzales family income data, there are 736 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.7% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 28 families (0.9%) belonging to this category.
Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
Less than $10,000 | 71 | 2.3% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 28 | 0.9% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 152 | 4.9% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 84 | 2.7% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 488 | 15.7% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 659 | 21.2% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 510 | 16.4% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 736 | 23.7% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 190 | 6.1% |
$200,000+ | 190 | 6.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Gonzales
2-person families (1,602 | 51.6%) account for the highest median family income in Gonzales with $84,714 per family, while 2-person families (1,602 | 51.6%) have the highest median income of $42,357 per family member.
Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
2-Person Families | 1,602 (51.6%) | $84,714 |
3-Person Families | 596 (19.2%) | $61,576 |
4-Person Families | 683 (22.0%) | $0 |
5-Person Families | 186 (6.0%) | $0 |
6-Person Families | 40 (1.3%) | $0 |
7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
Total | 3,107 (100.0%) | $78,915 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Gonzales
The median family income in Gonzales is $78,915, with families comprising 3+ earners (190) having the highest median family income of $135,745, while families with no earners (515) have the lowest median family income of $41,339, accounting for 6.1% and 16.6% of families, respectively.
Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
No Earners | 515 (16.6%) | $41,339 |
1 Earner | 1,318 (42.4%) | $81,442 |
2 Earners | 1,084 (34.9%) | $95,061 |
3+ Earners | 190 (6.1%) | $135,745 |
Total | 3,107 (100.0%) | $78,915 |
Household Income in Gonzales
Household Income Brackets in Gonzales
With 1,103 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Gonzales, accounting for 20.7% of all households. In contrast, only 144 households (2.7%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Less than $10,000 | 186 | 3.5% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 144 | 2.7% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 549 | 10.3% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 240 | 4.5% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 687 | 12.9% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 964 | 18.1% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 938 | 17.6% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 1,103 | 20.7% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 218 | 4.1% |
$200,000+ | 293 | 5.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Gonzales
The median household income in Gonzales is $66,310, with the highest median household income of $88,736 found in the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 186 households (3.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $48,793, with 1,340 households (25.2%) in this group.
Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
15 to 24 Years | 186 (3.5%) | $88,736 |
25 to 44 Years | 1,973 (37.0%) | $78,855 |
45 to 64 Years | 1,828 (34.3%) | $81,250 |
65+ Years | 1,340 (25.2%) | $48,793 |
Total | 5,327 (100.0%) | $66,310 |
Poverty in Gonzales
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Gonzales
With 14.4% poverty level for males and 8.7% for females among the residents of Gonzales, 16 and 17 year old males and 25 to 34 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 29 males (50.0%) and 171 females (19.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 143 (49.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 100 (22.1%) | 19 (8.6%) |
12 to 14 Years | 119 (40.3%) | 40 (15.3%) |
15 Years | 79 (27.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
16 and 17 Years | 29 (50.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 24 Years | 53 (11.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 34 Years | 149 (11.8%) | 171 (19.2%) |
35 to 44 Years | 5 (0.9%) | 128 (15.3%) |
45 to 54 Years | 49 (7.0%) | 54 (11.2%) |
55 to 64 Years | 9 (1.1%) | 34 (3.3%) |
65 to 74 Years | 58 (12.7%) | 23 (4.2%) |
75 Years and over | 55 (20.7%) | 73 (12.0%) |
Total | 848 (14.4%) | 542 (8.7%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Gonzales
According to the poverty statistics in Gonzales, males aged 35 to 44 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 99.1% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 145 (50.3%) | 429 (100.0%) |
5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 35 (100.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 352 (77.9%) | 203 (91.4%) |
12 to 14 Years | 176 (59.7%) | 222 (84.7%) |
15 Years | 207 (72.4%) | 327 (100.0%) |
16 and 17 Years | 29 (50.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
18 to 24 Years | 417 (88.7%) | 523 (100.0%) |
25 to 34 Years | 1,116 (88.2%) | 718 (80.8%) |
35 to 44 Years | 528 (99.1%) | 708 (84.7%) |
45 to 54 Years | 650 (93.0%) | 429 (88.8%) |
55 to 64 Years | 830 (98.9%) | 986 (96.7%) |
65 to 74 Years | 399 (87.3%) | 529 (95.8%) |
75 Years and over | 210 (79.2%) | 537 (88.0%) |
Total | 5,059 (85.6%) | 5,661 (91.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Gonzales
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Gonzales show that 5.0% or 102 of the total 2,022 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 56.5%, comprising of 74 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
No Children | 1,308 (97.9%) | 28 (2.1%) |
1 or 2 Children | 555 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
3 or 4 Children | 57 (43.5%) | 74 (56.5%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 1,920 (95.0%) | 102 (5.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Gonzales
According to the poverty data in Gonzales, 4.7% or 11 single-father households and 14.7% or 125 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (9.4%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 48 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
No Children | 11 (9.4%) | 8 (3.2%) |
1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 69 (12.5%) |
3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 48 (100.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 11 (4.7%) | 125 (14.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Gonzales
The poverty data for Gonzales shows that 102 of the married-couple family households (5.0%) and 136 of the single-parent households (12.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 74 households (56.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 48 household (80.0%) living below poverty.
Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
No Children | 28 (2.1%) | 19 (5.2%) |
1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 69 (10.5%) |
3 or 4 Children | 74 (56.5%) | 48 (80.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 102 (5.0%) | 136 (12.5%) |
Employment Characteristics in Gonzales
Employment by Class of Employer in Gonzales
Among the 5,692 employed individuals in Gonzales, private company employees (3,961 | 69.6%), local government employees (536 | 9.4%), and not-for-profit organizations (311 | 5.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
Private Company Employees | 3,961 | 69.6% |
Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 220 | 3.9% |
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 286 | 5.0% |
Not-for-profit Organizations | 311 | 5.5% |
Local Government Employees | 536 | 9.4% |
State Government Employees | 305 | 5.4% |
Federal Government Employees | 73 | 1.3% |
Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 5,692 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Gonzales
According to the labor force statistics for Gonzales, out of the total population over 16 years of age (9,724), 64.3% or 6,253 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.9% or 557 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 92.3% or 1,109 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 23.2% or 161 of them being unemployed.
Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
16 to 19 Years | 219 (64.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 24 Years | 626 (86.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 29 Years | 1,114 (87.0%) | 35 (3.1%) |
30 to 34 Years | 693 (79.3%) | 161 (23.2%) |
35 to 44 Years | 1,151 (84.1%) | 184 (16.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 1,109 (92.3%) | 87 (7.8%) |
55 to 59 Years | 842 (63.9%) | 80 (9.5%) |
60 to 64 Years | 209 (36.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 267 (24.4%) | 9 (3.4%) |
75 Years and over | 27 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 6,253 (64.3%) | 557 (8.9%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Gonzales
According to labor force statistics for Gonzales, 77.3% of individuals (5,116) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (6,618) are in the labor force, with 10.7% or 547 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 84.1% or 1,574 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 29.1% or 180 of them being unemployed.
Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
Less than High School | 618 (61.9%) | 290 (29.1%) |
High School Diploma | 1,311 (74.4%) | 167 (9.5%) |
College / Associate Degree | 1,613 (81.2%) | 266 (13.4%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,574 (84.1%) | 30 (1.6%) |
Total | 5,116 (77.3%) | 708 (10.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Gonzales
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Gonzales are Community & Social Service (703 | 12.3%), Management (610 | 10.7%), Computers, Engineering & Science (448 | 7.9%), Education Instruction & Library (428 | 7.5%), and Business & Financial (381 | 6.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Gonzales, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Management (84.3%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (82.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (91.1%), and Business & Financial (89.5%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Management | 514 (84.3%) | 96 (15.7%) |
Business & Financial | 40 (10.5%) | 341 (89.5%) |
Computers, Engineering & Science | 371 (82.8%) | 77 (17.2%) |
Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
Architecture & Engineering | 214 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Life, Physical & Social Science | 157 (68.6%) | 72 (31.4%) |
Community & Social Service | 292 (41.5%) | 411 (58.5%) |
Education, Arts & Media | 5 (8.9%) | 51 (91.1%) |
Legal Services & Support | 40 (60.6%) | 26 (39.4%) |
Education Instruction & Library | 177 (41.4%) | 251 (58.6%) |
Arts, Media & Entertainment | 70 (45.8%) | 83 (54.2%) |
Health Diagnosing & Treating | 154 (59.5%) | 105 (40.5%) |
Health Technologists | 100 (48.8%) | 105 (51.2%) |
Total (Category) | 1,371 (57.1%) | 1,030 (42.9%) |
Total (Overall) | 3,286 (57.6%) | 2,415 (42.4%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Gonzales are Food Preparation & Serving (207 | 3.6%), Healthcare Support (169 | 3.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (166 | 2.9%), Security & Protection (78 | 1.4%), and Firefighting & Prevention (47 | 0.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Gonzales, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (98.8%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 169 (100.0%) |
Security & Protection | 78 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Firefighting & Prevention | 47 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Law Enforcement | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Food Preparation & Serving | 14 (6.8%) | 193 (93.2%) |
Cleaning & Maintenance | 2 (1.2%) | 164 (98.8%) |
Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
Total (Category) | 94 (14.9%) | 538 (85.1%) |
Total (Overall) | 3,286 (57.6%) | 2,415 (42.4%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Gonzales are Sales & Related (668 | 11.7%), and Office & Administration (310 | 5.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Sales & Related | 198 (29.6%) | 470 (70.4%) |
Office & Administration | 50 (16.1%) | 260 (83.9%) |
Total (Category) | 248 (25.4%) | 730 (74.6%) |
Total (Overall) | 3,286 (57.6%) | 2,415 (42.4%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Gonzales are Construction & Extraction (385 | 6.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (178 | 3.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction & Extraction | 381 (99.0%) | 4 (1.0%) |
Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 178 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Category) | 559 (99.3%) | 4 (0.7%) |
Total (Overall) | 3,286 (57.6%) | 2,415 (42.4%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Gonzales are Production (431 | 7.6%), Material Moving (380 | 6.7%), and Transportation (316 | 5.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Production | 431 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Transportation | 203 (64.2%) | 113 (35.8%) |
Material Moving | 380 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Category) | 1,014 (90.0%) | 113 (10.0%) |
Total (Overall) | 3,286 (57.6%) | 2,415 (42.4%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Gonzales
Employment Industries in Gonzales
The major employment industries in Gonzales include Manufacturing (1,273 | 22.3%), Retail Trade (705 | 12.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (587 | 10.3%), Construction (511 | 9.0%), and Educational Services (473 | 8.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Gonzales
The Gonzales industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Accommodation & Food Services (94.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (88.4%), and Information (84.4%).
Industry | Male | Female |
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction | 481 (94.1%) | 30 (5.9%) |
Manufacturing | 1,114 (87.5%) | 159 (12.5%) |
Wholesale Trade | 190 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Retail Trade | 177 (25.1%) | 528 (74.9%) |
Transportation & Warehousing | 194 (78.2%) | 54 (21.8%) |
Utilities | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Information | 15 (15.6%) | 81 (84.4%) |
Finance & Insurance | 173 (61.8%) | 107 (38.2%) |
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Professional & Scientific | 88 (43.1%) | 116 (56.9%) |
Enterprise Management | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Administrative & Support | 106 (54.9%) | 87 (45.1%) |
Educational Services | 324 (68.5%) | 149 (31.5%) |
Health Care & Social Assistance | 68 (11.6%) | 519 (88.4%) |
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 47 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Accommodation & Food Services | 14 (5.7%) | 233 (94.3%) |
Public Administration | 140 (29.8%) | 330 (70.2%) |
Total | 3,286 (57.6%) | 2,415 (42.4%) |
Education in Gonzales
School Enrollment in Gonzales
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,272 students in Gonzales are high school (998 | 30.5%), middle school (685 | 20.9%), and college / undergraduate (524 | 16.0%).
School Level | # Students | % Students |
Nursery / Preschool | 79 | 2.4% |
Kindergarten | 157 | 4.8% |
Elementary School | 511 | 15.6% |
Middle School | 685 | 20.9% |
High School | 998 | 30.5% |
College / Undergraduate | 524 | 16.0% |
Graduate / Professional | 318 | 9.7% |
Total | 3,272 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Gonzales
Out of a total of 3,272 students who are enrolled in schools in Gonzales, 85 (2.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,187 (97.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 33 (8.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 246 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
3 to 4 Year Olds | 190 (96.5%) | 7 (3.5%) |
5 to 9 Year Old | 513 (96.4%) | 19 (3.6%) |
10 to 14 Year Olds | 738 (98.9%) | 8 (1.1%) |
15 to 17 Year Olds | 671 (97.8%) | 15 (2.2%) |
18 to 19 Year Olds | 246 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 24 Year Olds | 174 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 34 Year Olds | 365 (91.7%) | 33 (8.3%) |
35 Years and over | 291 (99.3%) | 2 (0.7%) |
Total | 3,187 (97.4%) | 85 (2.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Gonzales
Science & technology (571 | 25.6%), business (341 | 15.3%), engineering (269 | 12.1%), education (252 | 11.3%), and social sciences (240 | 10.8%) are the most common fields of study among 2,231 individuals in Gonzales who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
Computers & Mathematics | 21 | 0.9% |
Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 72 | 3.2% |
Physical & Health Sciences | 12 | 0.5% |
Psychology | 38 | 1.7% |
Social Sciences | 240 | 10.8% |
Engineering | 269 | 12.1% |
Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
Science & Technology | 571 | 25.6% |
Business | 341 | 15.3% |
Education | 252 | 11.3% |
Literature & Languages | 0 | 0.0% |
Liberal Arts & History | 162 | 7.3% |
Visual & Performing Arts | 32 | 1.4% |
Communications | 114 | 5.1% |
Arts & Humanities | 107 | 4.8% |
Total | 2,231 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Gonzales
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Gonzales
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Gonzales are males with 2 vehicles (1,635, accounting for 49.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,045, making up 67.9%).
Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
No Vehicle | 40 (1.2%) | 84 (3.5%) |
1 Vehicle | 780 (23.8%) | 608 (25.2%) |
2 Vehicles | 1,635 (49.9%) | 1,045 (43.4%) |
3 Vehicles | 491 (15.0%) | 355 (14.7%) |
4 Vehicles | 320 (9.8%) | 308 (12.8%) |
5 or more Vehicles | 11 (0.3%) | 9 (0.4%) |
Total | 3,277 (100.0%) | 2,409 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Gonzales
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Gonzales are 15 to 19 minutes (973 commuters, 18.2%), 10 to 14 minutes (916 commuters, 17.1%), and 30 to 34 minutes (773 commuters, 14.5%).
Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
Less than 5 Minutes | 50 | 0.9% |
5 to 9 Minutes | 304 | 5.7% |
10 to 14 Minutes | 916 | 17.1% |
15 to 19 Minutes | 973 | 18.2% |
20 to 24 Minutes | 642 | 12.0% |
25 to 29 Minutes | 708 | 13.3% |
30 to 34 Minutes | 773 | 14.5% |
35 to 39 Minutes | 143 | 2.7% |
40 to 44 Minutes | 153 | 2.9% |
45 to 59 Minutes | 287 | 5.4% |
60 to 89 Minutes | 390 | 7.3% |
90 or more Minutes | 6 | 0.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Gonzales
The most common commute times in Gonzales are 20 to 24 minutes (593 commuters, 18.5%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (552 commuters, 25.7%) for females.
Commute Time | Male | Female |
Less than 5 Minutes | 2 (0.1%) | 48 (2.2%) |
5 to 9 Minutes | 129 (4.0%) | 175 (8.2%) |
10 to 14 Minutes | 536 (16.8%) | 380 (17.7%) |
15 to 19 Minutes | 421 (13.2%) | 552 (25.7%) |
20 to 24 Minutes | 593 (18.5%) | 49 (2.3%) |
25 to 29 Minutes | 417 (13.0%) | 291 (13.6%) |
30 to 34 Minutes | 548 (17.1%) | 225 (10.5%) |
35 to 39 Minutes | 88 (2.8%) | 55 (2.6%) |
40 to 44 Minutes | 41 (1.3%) | 112 (5.2%) |
45 to 59 Minutes | 157 (4.9%) | 130 (6.1%) |
60 to 89 Minutes | 268 (8.4%) | 122 (5.7%) |
90 or more Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (0.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Gonzales
The most frequent times of departure to work in Gonzales are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (846, 26.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (419, 19.5%) for females.
Time of Departure | Male | Female |
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 846 (26.4%) | 300 (14.0%) |
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 314 (9.8%) | 240 (11.2%) |
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 98 (3.1%) | 8 (0.4%) |
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 622 (19.4%) | 328 (15.3%) |
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 209 (6.5%) | 121 (5.6%) |
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 404 (12.6%) | 419 (19.5%) |
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 71 (2.2%) | 205 (9.6%) |
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 83 (2.6%) | 100 (4.7%) |
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 304 (9.5%) | 77 (3.6%) |
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 5 (0.2%) | 65 (3.0%) |
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 64 (3.0%) |
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 0 (0.0%) | 71 (3.3%) |
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 244 (7.6%) | 147 (6.9%) |
Total | 3,200 (100.0%) | 2,145 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Gonzales
Occupancy by Ownership in Gonzales
Of the total 5,327 dwellings in Gonzales, owner-occupied units account for 3,823 (71.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,504 (28.2%).
Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Owner Occupied Housing Units | 3,823 | 71.8% |
Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,504 | 28.2% |
Total Occupied Housing Units | 5,327 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Gonzales
Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
1-Person Household | 1,927 | 36.2% |
2-Person Household | 1,853 | 34.8% |
3-Person Household | 423 | 7.9% |
4+ Person Household | 1,124 | 21.1% |
Total Housing Units | 5,327 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Gonzales
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1-Person Household | 877 (45.5%) | 1,050 (54.5%) |
2-Person Household | 1,591 (85.9%) | 262 (14.1%) |
3-Person Household | 367 (86.8%) | 56 (13.2%) |
4+ Person Household | 988 (87.9%) | 136 (12.1%) |
Total Housing Units | 3,823 (71.8%) | 1,504 (28.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Gonzales
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than High School | 330 (69.3%) | 146 (30.7%) |
High School Diploma | 1,142 (67.6%) | 547 (32.4%) |
College/Associate Degree | 1,307 (81.7%) | 292 (18.3%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,044 (66.8%) | 519 (33.2%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Gonzales
Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Under 35 Years | 1,212 | 22.8% |
35 to 44 Years | 947 | 17.8% |
45 to 54 Years | 639 | 12.0% |
55 to 64 Years | 1,189 | 22.3% |
65 to 74 Years | 704 | 13.2% |
75 to 84 Years | 526 | 9.9% |
85 Years and Over | 110 | 2.1% |
Total | 5,327 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Gonzales
Median Income by Occupancy in Gonzales
Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
Owner-Occupied | 3,823 (71.8%) | $68,508 |
Renter-Occupied | 1,504 (28.2%) | $56,298 |
Average | 5,327 (100.0%) | $66,310 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Gonzales
Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $5,000 | 88 (2.3%) | 38 (2.5%) |
$5,000 to $9,999 | 13 (0.3%) | 50 (3.3%) |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 102 (2.7%) | 42 (2.8%) |
$15,000 to $19,999 | 180 (4.7%) | 16 (1.1%) |
$20,000 to $24,999 | 108 (2.8%) | 244 (16.2%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 138 (3.6%) | 101 (6.7%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 599 (15.7%) | 90 (6.0%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 724 (18.9%) | 240 (16.0%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 592 (15.5%) | 348 (23.1%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 885 (23.2%) | 216 (14.4%) |
$150,000 or more | 394 (10.3%) | 119 (7.9%) |
Total | 3,823 (100.0%) | 1,504 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Gonzales
Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $300 | 303 (7.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$300 to $499 | 807 (21.1%) | 37 (2.5%) |
$500 to $799 | 616 (16.1%) | 74 (4.9%) |
$800 to $999 | 226 (5.9%) | 275 (18.3%) |
$1,000 to $1,499 | 1,239 (32.4%) | 429 (28.5%) |
$1,500 to $1,999 | 399 (10.4%) | 358 (23.8%) |
$2,000 to $2,499 | 218 (5.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$3,000 or more | 15 (0.4%) | 66 (4.4%) |
Total | 3,823 (100.0%) | 1,504 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Gonzales
Housing Structures in Gonzales
Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Single Unit, Detached | 3,904 | 73.3% |
Single Unit, Attached | 39 | 0.7% |
2 Unit Apartments | 23 | 0.4% |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 101 | 1.9% |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 72 | 1.3% |
10 or more Apartments | 956 | 17.9% |
Mobile Home / Other | 232 | 4.4% |
Total | 5,327 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Gonzales
Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Single Unit, Detached | 3,574 (91.5%) | 330 (8.5%) |
Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (100.0%) |
2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (100.0%) |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 16 (15.8%) | 85 (84.2%) |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 72 (100.0%) |
10 or more Apartments | 19 (2.0%) | 937 (98.0%) |
Mobile Home / Other | 214 (92.2%) | 18 (7.8%) |
Total | 3,823 (71.8%) | 1,504 (28.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Gonzales
Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1 Room | 41 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
2 or 3 Rooms | 50 (1.3%) | 563 (37.4%) |
4 or 5 Rooms | 1,461 (38.2%) | 760 (50.5%) |
6 or 7 Rooms | 1,476 (38.6%) | 56 (3.7%) |
8 or more Rooms | 795 (20.8%) | 125 (8.3%) |
Total | 3,823 (100.0%) | 1,504 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Gonzales
Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Utility Gas | 1,304 (34.1%) | 18 (1.2%) |
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 10 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Electricity | 2,490 (65.1%) | 1,486 (98.8%) |
Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
No Fuel Used | 19 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 3,823 (100.0%) | 1,504 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Gonzales
Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
No Vehicle | 179 (4.7%) | 129 (8.6%) |
1 Vehicle | 953 (24.9%) | 1,086 (72.2%) |
2 Vehicles | 1,916 (50.1%) | 249 (16.6%) |
3 or more Vehicles | 775 (20.3%) | 40 (2.7%) |
Total | 3,823 (100.0%) | 1,504 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Gonzales
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Gonzales
Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Housing Units | 1,551 | 2,272 |
Median Property Value | $231,500 | $193,100 |
Median Household Income | $62,199 | $267 |
Monthly Housing Costs | $386 | $15 |
Real Estate Taxes | $442 | $226 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Gonzales
Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $50,000 | 118 (7.6%) | 92 (4.1%) |
$50,000 to $99,999 | 96 (6.2%) | 187 (8.2%) |
$100,000 to $299,999 | 900 (58.0%) | 1,762 (77.5%) |
$300,000 to $499,999 | 370 (23.9%) | 224 (9.9%) |
$500,000 to $749,999 | 67 (4.3%) | 7 (0.3%) |
$750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 1,551 (100.0%) | 2,272 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Gonzales
Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $10,000 | 33 (2.1%) | 56 (2.5%) |
$10,000 to $24,999 | 245 (15.8%) | 68 (3.0%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 66 (4.3%) | 145 (6.4%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 212 (13.7%) | 72 (3.2%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 307 (19.8%) | 387 (17.0%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 144 (9.3%) | 417 (18.3%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 417 (26.9%) | 448 (19.7%) |
$150,000 or more | 127 (8.2%) | 468 (20.6%) |
Total | 1,551 (100.0%) | 2,272 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Gonzales
Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than 2.0x | 406 (26.2%) | 78,750 (3,466.1%) |
2.0x to 2.9x | 468 (30.2%) | 853 (37.5%) |
3.0x to 3.9x | 58 (3.7%) | 479 (21.1%) |
4.0x or more | 619 (39.9%) | 267 (11.7%) |
Total | 1,551 (100.0%) | 2,272 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Gonzales
Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $800 | 1,048 (67.6%) | 68 (3.0%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 134 (8.6%) | 1,008 (44.4%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 277 (17.9%) | 516 (22.7%) |
Total | 1,551 (100.0%) | 2,272 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Gonzales
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gonzales
Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under 6 Years | 742 (98.7%) | 10 (1.3%) |
6 to 18 Years | 2,170 (98.0%) | 44 (2.0%) |
19 to 25 Years | 548 (60.1%) | 364 (39.9%) |
26 to 34 Years | 1,704 (86.3%) | 270 (13.7%) |
35 to 44 Years | 1,217 (88.9%) | 152 (11.1%) |
45 to 54 Years | 1,064 (90.0%) | 118 (10.0%) |
55 to 64 Years | 1,719 (92.5%) | 140 (7.5%) |
65 to 74 Years | 1,009 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and older | 875 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 11,048 (91.0%) | 1,098 (9.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Gonzales
Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Native Born | 742 (98.7%) | 10 (1.3%) |
Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,170 (98.0%) | 44 (2.0%) |
Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 548 (60.1%) | 364 (39.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Gonzales
Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under $25,000 | 1,398 (85.2%) | 243 (14.8%) |
$25,000 to $49,999 | 1,689 (97.4%) | 46 (2.6%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 1,947 (81.0%) | 458 (19.0%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 2,267 (98.6%) | 32 (1.4%) |
$100,000 and over | 3,702 (92.1%) | 319 (7.9%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gonzales
Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
Under 6 | 349 (46.4%) | 393 (52.3%) |
6 to 18 Years | 1,557 (70.3%) | 1,009 (45.6%) |
19 to 25 Years | 98 (10.7%) | 460 (50.4%) |
25 to 34 Years | 553 (28.0%) | 1,453 (73.6%) |
35 to 44 Years | 335 (24.5%) | 883 (64.5%) |
45 to 54 Years | 161 (13.6%) | 903 (76.4%) |
55 to 64 Years | 400 (21.5%) | 1,451 (78.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 932 (92.4%) | 681 (67.5%) |
75 Years and over | 862 (98.5%) | 458 (52.3%) |
Total | 5,247 (43.2%) | 7,691 (63.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Gonzales
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 124 (11.4%) | 18 (2.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 231 (13.3%) | 201 (14.2%) |
35 to 64 Years | 380 (18.3%) | 281 (12.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 195 (42.7%) | 71 (12.9%) |
75 Years and over | 162 (61.1%) | 268 (43.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Gonzales
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 12 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 107 (5.2%) | 13 (0.6%) |
65 to 74 Years | 106 (23.2%) | 12 (2.2%) |
75 Years and over | 54 (20.4%) | 143 (23.4%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 2 (0.2%) | 5 (0.6%) |
18 to 34 Years | 26 (1.5%) | 64 (4.5%) |
35 to 64 Years | 57 (2.8%) | 132 (5.6%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (1.6%) |
75 Years and over | 22 (8.3%) | 67 (11.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 122 (11.2%) | 18 (2.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 193 (11.1%) | 166 (11.8%) |
35 to 64 Years | 85 (4.1%) | 91 (3.9%) |
65 to 74 Years | 34 (7.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 97 (36.6%) | 35 (5.7%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (2.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 94 (6.7%) |
35 to 64 Years | 269 (13.0%) | 87 (3.7%) |
65 to 74 Years | 63 (13.8%) | 50 (9.1%) |
75 Years and over | 101 (38.1%) | 116 (19.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 121 (11.1%) | 13 (1.5%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 94 (6.7%) |
35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (0.9%) |
65 to 74 Years | 73 (16.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 52 (19.6%) | 41 (6.7%) |
Technology Access in Gonzales
Computing Device Access in Gonzales
Device Type | # Households | % Households |
Desktop or Laptop | 4,073 | 76.5% |
Smartphone | 4,780 | 89.7% |
Tablet | 3,724 | 69.9% |
No Computing Device | 300 | 5.6% |
Total | 5,327 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Gonzales
Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
Broadband Home | 4,096 | 76.9% |
Cellular Data Only | 375 | 7.0% |
Satellite Internet | 491 | 9.2% |
No Internet | 598 | 11.2% |
Total | 5,327 | 100.0% |
Gonzales Summary
Gonzales, Louisiana is a small city located in Ascension Parish, Louisiana. It is situated along the Mississippi River, about 25 miles southeast of Baton Rouge. The city has a population of 10,817 as of the 2010 census, making it the largest city in Ascension Parish.
Gonzales is known as the “Jambalaya Capital of the World” and is home to the annual Jambalaya Festival. The city is also home to the Louisiana State Fair, which is held every year in October.
History
Gonzales was founded in 1809 by Don Carlos de Grand Pré, a Spanish land grantee. The city was named after Don Carlos’ son, Don Gonzalo de Grand Pré. The city was originally a trading post and was the site of the Battle of Gonzales, the first battle of the Texas Revolution.
In the early 1900s, Gonzales was a thriving agricultural center, with cotton, sugar cane, and corn being the main crops. The city was also home to several sawmills and brickyards.
Geography
Gonzales is located in Ascension Parish, Louisiana, about 25 miles southeast of Baton Rouge. The city is situated along the Mississippi River and is bordered by the cities of Donaldsonville to the north, Prairieville to the east, and Sorrento to the south.
The city has a total area of 5.3 square miles, all of which is land. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills. The climate is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters.
Economy
Gonzales’ economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several large industrial plants, including a chemical plant, a paper mill, and a steel mill.
Agriculture is also an important part of the local economy. The city is home to several large farms, which produce cotton, sugar cane, corn, and other crops.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Gonzales had a population of 10,817. The racial makeup of the city was 68.3% White, 28.2% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 1.2% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.3% of the population.
The median household income in Gonzales was $37,845, and the median family income was $45,945. The per capita income was $19,845. About 17.3% of the population was below the poverty line.
Gonzales is served by the Ascension Parish School District. The city is home to several schools, including Gonzales High School, Gonzales Middle School, and Gonzales Elementary School.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Gonzales?
Total Population of Gonzales is 12,356.
What is the Total Male Population of Gonzales?
Total Male Population of Gonzales is 6,026.
What is the Total Female Population of Gonzales?
Total Female Population of Gonzales is 6,330.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Gonzales?
There are 95.20 Males per 100 Females in Gonzales.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Gonzales?
There are 105.04 Females per 100 Males in Gonzales.
What is the Median Population Age in Gonzales?
Median Population Age in Gonzales is 36.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Gonzales
Average Family Size in Gonzales is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Gonzales
Average Household Size in Gonzales is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Gonzales?
Per Capita income in Gonzales is $34,406.
What is the Median Family Income in Gonzales?
Median Family Income in Gonzales is $78,915.
What is the Median Household income in Gonzales?
Median Household Income in Gonzales is $66,310.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Gonzales?
Income or Wage Gap in Gonzales is 57.7%.
Women in Gonzales earn 42.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Gonzales?
Inequality or Gini Index in Gonzales is 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in Gonzales?
There are 6,253 People in the Labor Forcein in Gonzales.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Gonzales?
64.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Gonzales.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Gonzales?
Unemployment Rate in Gonzales is 8.9%.