River Ridge, LA
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River Ridge Overview
13,362
TOTAL POPULATION
6,799
MALE POPULATION
6,563
FEMALE POPULATION
103.60
MALES / 100 FEMALES
96.53
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.8
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$49,748
PER CAPITA INCOME
$104,583
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$81,470
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
19.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
80.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,868
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
6,720
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in River Ridge
The most populous races in River Ridge are White / Caucasian (10,851 | 81.2%), Black / African American (1,190 | 8.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (1,081 | 8.1%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 119 | 0.9% |
| Black / African American | 1,190 | 8.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,081 | 8.1% |
| Native / Alaskan | 13 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 10,851 | 81.2% |
| Two or more Races | 805 | 6.0% |
| Some other Race | 384 | 2.9% |
| Total | 13,362 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in River Ridge
The most populous ancestries reported in River Ridge are French (2,468 | 18.5%), German (2,363 | 17.7%), Italian (1,992 | 14.9%), Irish (1,818 | 13.6%), and English (1,435 | 10.7%), together accounting for 75.4% of all River Ridge residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 46 | 0.3% |
| American | 380 | 2.8% |
| Arab | 28 | 0.2% |
| Armenian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 15 | 0.1% |
| Belizean | 163 | 1.2% |
| Brazilian | 9 | 0.1% |
| British | 33 | 0.3% |
| Burmese | 21 | 0.2% |
| Cajun | 129 | 1.0% |
| Canadian | 63 | 0.5% |
| Central American | 577 | 4.3% |
| Central American Indian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 12 | 0.1% |
| Costa Rican | 29 | 0.2% |
| Cuban | 31 | 0.2% |
| Danish | 5 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 68 | 0.5% |
| Eastern European | 49 | 0.4% |
| English | 1,435 | 10.7% |
| European | 243 | 1.8% |
| Finnish | 16 | 0.1% |
| French | 2,468 | 18.5% |
| French Canadian | 190 | 1.4% |
| German | 2,363 | 17.7% |
| Greek | 29 | 0.2% |
| Guatemalan | 83 | 0.6% |
| Haitian | 25 | 0.2% |
| Honduran | 282 | 2.1% |
| Hungarian | 32 | 0.2% |
| Indian (Asian) | 51 | 0.4% |
| Iranian | 23 | 0.2% |
| Irish | 1,818 | 13.6% |
| Iroquois | 30 | 0.2% |
| Italian | 1,992 | 14.9% |
| Jamaican | 89 | 0.7% |
| Korean | 35 | 0.3% |
| Lebanese | 28 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 228 | 1.7% |
| Mexican American Indian | 25 | 0.2% |
| Nicaraguan | 158 | 1.2% |
| Northern European | 7 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 61 | 0.5% |
| Polish | 128 | 1.0% |
| Portuguese | 3 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 92 | 0.7% |
| Russian | 36 | 0.3% |
| Salvadoran | 25 | 0.2% |
| Samoan | 4 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian | 43 | 0.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 66 | 0.5% |
| Scottish | 132 | 1.0% |
| Serbian | 20 | 0.2% |
| Slovak | 13 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 17 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 92 | 0.7% |
| Sri Lankan | 55 | 0.4% |
| Subsaharan African | 46 | 0.3% |
| Swedish | 42 | 0.3% |
| Swiss | 13 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 22 | 0.2% |
| Turkish | 18 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 28 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 18 | 0.1% |
| Yugoslavian | 4 | 0.0% | View All 65 Rows |
Immigrants in River Ridge
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in River Ridge came from Latin America (331 | 2.5%), Central America (271 | 2.0%), Honduras (175 | 1.3%), Asia (120 | 0.9%), and South Eastern Asia (74 | 0.5%), together accounting for 7.3% of all River Ridge residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 120 | 0.9% |
| Caribbean | 60 | 0.4% |
| Central America | 271 | 2.0% |
| China | 2 | 0.0% |
| Costa Rica | 29 | 0.2% |
| Cuba | 1 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 23 | 0.2% |
| El Salvador | 9 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 50 | 0.4% |
| France | 14 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 3 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 23 | 0.2% |
| Honduras | 175 | 1.3% |
| Iran | 23 | 0.2% |
| Ireland | 4 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 59 | 0.4% |
| Korea | 21 | 0.2% |
| Latin America | 331 | 2.5% |
| Mexico | 5 | 0.0% |
| Nicaragua | 30 | 0.2% |
| Northern Europe | 33 | 0.3% |
| Philippines | 19 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 23 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 74 | 0.5% |
| Vietnam | 55 | 0.4% |
| Western Europe | 17 | 0.1% | View All 26 Rows |
Sex and Age in River Ridge
Sex and Age in River Ridge
The most populous age groups in River Ridge are 35 to 39 Years (538 | 7.9%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (677 | 10.3%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 421 (6.2%) | 280 (4.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 311 (4.6%) | 425 (6.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 481 (7.1%) | 210 (3.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 426 (6.3%) | 276 (4.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 299 (4.4%) | 256 (3.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 218 (3.2%) | 325 (5.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 435 (6.4%) | 444 (6.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 538 (7.9%) | 367 (5.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 397 (5.8%) | 389 (5.9%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 293 (4.3%) | 317 (4.8%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 419 (6.2%) | 427 (6.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 510 (7.5%) | 545 (8.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 505 (7.4%) | 677 (10.3%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 531 (7.8%) | 531 (8.1%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 489 (7.2%) | 356 (5.4%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 259 (3.8%) | 352 (5.4%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 154 (2.3%) | 177 (2.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 113 (1.7%) | 209 (3.2%) |
| Total | 6,799 (100.0%) | 6,563 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in River Ridge
Median Family Size in River Ridge
The median family size in River Ridge is 2.84 persons per family, with single female/mother families (502 | 12.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.17 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (228 | 5.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.29 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,165 (81.3%) | 2.83 |
| Single Male/Father | 228 (5.9%) | 2.29 |
| Single Female/Mother | 502 (12.9%) | 3.17 |
| Total Families | 3,895 (100.0%) | 2.84 |
Median Household Size in River Ridge
The median household size in River Ridge is 2.33 persons per household, with single female/mother households (502 | 8.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.21 persons per household. non-family households (1,841 | 32.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.14 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,165 (55.2%) | 2.85 |
| Single Male/Father | 228 (4.0%) | 2.75 |
| Single Female/Mother | 502 (8.7%) | 3.21 |
| Non-family | 1,841 (32.1%) | 1.14 |
| Total Households | 5,736 (100.0%) | 2.33 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in River Ridge
Out of a total of 5,736 households in River Ridge, 3,895 (67.9%) are family households, while 1,841 (32.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,223, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,593.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,593 (27.8%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,223 (38.8%) | 207 (3.6%) |
| 3-Person Households | 647 (11.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 721 (12.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 214 (3.7%) | 41 (0.7%) |
| 6-Person Households | 41 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 49 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,895 (67.9%) | 1,841 (32.1%) |
Female Fertility in River Ridge
Fertility by Age in River Ridge
Average fertility rate in River Ridge is 80.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 102.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 54.1% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 10 (5.1%) | 36.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 105 (54.1%) | 102.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 79 (40.7%) | 71.0 |
| Total | 194 (100.0%) | 80.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in River Ridge
84.0% of women with births (194) in River Ridge are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 29.5% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 15 to 19 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 74 (70.5%) | 31 (29.5%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 79 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 163 (84.0%) | 31 (16.0%) |
Fertility by Education in River Ridge
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 10 (5.1%) | 32.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 90 (46.4%) | 115.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 78 (40.2%) | 111.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 16 (8.3%) | 42.0 |
| Total | 194 (100.0%) | 80.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in River Ridge
16.0% of women with births in River Ridge are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 34.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 59 (65.6%) | 31 (34.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 78 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 163 (84.0%) | 31 (16.0%) |
Income in River Ridge
Income Overview in River Ridge
Per Capita Income in River Ridge is $49,748, while median incomes of families and households are $104,583 and $81,470 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 13,362 | $49,748 |
| Median Family Income | 3,895 | $104,583 |
| Mean Family Income | 3,895 | $132,465 |
| Median Household Income | 5,736 | $81,470 |
| Mean Household Income | 5,736 | $114,076 |
| Income Deficit | 3,895 | $12,868 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 13,362 | 19.60% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 13,362 | 80.40¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 13,362 | 0.47 |
Earnings by Sex in River Ridge
Average Earnings in River Ridge are $52,625, $60,120 for men and $48,339 for women, a difference of 19.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 3,403 (48.4%) | $60,120 |
| Female | 3,625 (51.6%) | $48,339 |
| Total | 7,028 (100.0%) | $52,625 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in River Ridge
The most common earnings brackets in River Ridge are $100,000+ for men (859 | 25.2%) and $100,000+ for women (670 | 18.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 97 (2.9%) | 98 (2.7%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 104 (3.1%) | 95 (2.6%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 35 (1.0%) | 168 (4.6%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 70 (2.1%) | 68 (1.9%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 109 (3.2%) | 61 (1.7%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 60 (1.8%) | 80 (2.2%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 53 (1.6%) | 166 (4.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 45 (1.3%) | 20 (0.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 21 (0.6%) | 17 (0.5%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 32 (0.9%) | 133 (3.7%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 116 (3.4%) | 287 (7.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 121 (3.6%) | 210 (5.8%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 83 (2.4%) | 170 (4.7%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 160 (4.7%) | 113 (3.1%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 268 (7.9%) | 175 (4.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 128 (3.8%) | 303 (8.4%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 281 (8.3%) | 259 (7.1%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 326 (9.6%) | 250 (6.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 435 (12.8%) | 282 (7.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 859 (25.2%) | 670 (18.5%) |
| Total | 3,403 (100.0%) | 3,625 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in River Ridge
Average earnings in River Ridge are $66,604 for men and $51,591 for women, a difference of 22.5%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $118,125, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $20,809. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $75,000, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $16,086.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $20,809 | $16,086 |
| High School Diploma | $46,713 | $60,337 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $56,701 | $40,234 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $84,839 | $58,401 |
| Graduate Degree | $118,125 | $75,000 |
| Total | $66,604 | $51,591 |
Family Income in River Ridge
Family Income Brackets in River Ridge
According to the River Ridge family income data, there are 911 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.4% of all families. Conversely, the $15,000 to $24,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 62 families (1.6%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 117 | 3.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 78 | 2.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 62 | 1.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 152 | 3.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 378 | 9.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 436 | 11.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 623 | 16.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 911 | 23.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 432 | 11.1% |
| $200,000+ | 709 | 18.2% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in River Ridge
5-person families (202 | 5.2%) account for the highest median family income in River Ridge with $158,571 per family, while 3-person families (628 | 16.1%) have the highest median income of $45,500 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,300 (59.1%) | $81,867 |
| 3-Person Families | 628 (16.1%) | $136,500 |
| 4-Person Families | 675 (17.3%) | $136,299 |
| 5-Person Families | 202 (5.2%) | $158,571 |
| 6-Person Families | 41 (1.1%) | $157,153 |
| 7+ Person Families | 49 (1.3%) | $151,776 |
| Total | 3,895 (100.0%) | $104,583 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in River Ridge
The median family income in River Ridge is $104,583, with families comprising 3+ earners (326) having the highest median family income of $169,815, while families with no earners (613) have the lowest median family income of $48,897, accounting for 8.4% and 15.7% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 613 (15.7%) | $48,897 |
| 1 Earner | 1,378 (35.4%) | $81,577 |
| 2 Earners | 1,578 (40.5%) | $137,500 |
| 3+ Earners | 326 (8.4%) | $169,815 |
| Total | 3,895 (100.0%) | $104,583 |
Household Income in River Ridge
Household Income Brackets in River Ridge
With 1,113 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in River Ridge, accounting for 19.4% of all households. In contrast, only 178 households (3.1%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 281 | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 178 | 3.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 184 | 3.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 505 | 8.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 642 | 11.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 849 | 14.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 717 | 12.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,113 | 19.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 499 | 8.7% |
| $200,000+ | 774 | 13.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in River Ridge
The median household income in River Ridge is $81,470, with the highest median household income of $101,919 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,943 households (33.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $2,499, with 68 households (1.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 68 (1.2%) | $2,499 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,506 (26.3%) | $91,622 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,943 (33.9%) | $101,919 |
| 65+ Years | 2,219 (38.7%) | $69,175 |
| Total | 5,736 (100.0%) | $81,470 |
Poverty in River Ridge
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in River Ridge
With 6.2% poverty level for males and 7.9% for females among the residents of River Ridge, 12 to 14 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 70 males (20.3%) and 114 females (29.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 32 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (8.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 70 (20.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (3.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 87 (18.4%) | 114 (29.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 15 (2.3%) | 104 (13.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 72 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 9 (1.3%) | 24 (3.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 48 (4.7%) | 150 (12.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 89 (8.7%) | 80 (9.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (1.6%) |
| Total | 422 (6.2%) | 517 (7.9%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in River Ridge
According to the poverty statistics in River Ridge, males aged 5 years and females aged under 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 381 (92.2%) | 263 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 88 (100.0%) | 155 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 360 (100.0%) | 339 (91.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 274 (79.6%) | 95 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 175 (100.0%) | 43 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 77 (100.0%) | 94 (96.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 386 (81.6%) | 278 (70.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 638 (97.7%) | 665 (86.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 863 (92.3%) | 756 (100.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 703 (98.7%) | 720 (96.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 967 (95.3%) | 1,072 (87.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 931 (91.3%) | 807 (91.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 526 (100.0%) | 726 (98.4%) |
| Total | 6,369 (93.8%) | 6,013 (92.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in River Ridge
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in River Ridge show that 2.0% or 64 of the total 3,165 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 3.0%, comprising of 64 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 | 2,063 (97.0%) | 64 (3.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 876 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 150 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,101 (98.0%) | 64 (2.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in River Ridge
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 99 (27.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (3.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (60.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 133 (26.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in River Ridge
The poverty data for River Ridge shows that 64 of the married-couple family households (2.0%) and 133 of the single-parent households (18.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 64 households (3.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 31 household (60.8%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 64 (3.0%) | 99 (18.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (2.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (60.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 64 (2.0%) | 133 (18.2%) |
Employment Characteristics in River Ridge
Employment by Class of Employer in River Ridge
Among the 6,493 employed individuals in River Ridge, private company employees (4,317 | 66.5%), not-for-profit organizations (583 | 9.0%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (468 | 7.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 4,317 | 66.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 413 | 6.4% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 468 | 7.2% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 583 | 9.0% |
| Local Government Employees | 210 | 3.2% |
| State Government Employees | 161 | 2.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 327 | 5.0% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 14 | 0.2% |
| Total | 6,493 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in River Ridge
According to the labor force statistics for River Ridge, out of the total population over 16 years of age (11,016), 61.0% or 6,720 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.0% or 202 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 90.0% or 791 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 22.2% or 30 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 135 (27.9%) | 30 (22.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 378 (68.1%) | 25 (6.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 477 (87.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 791 (90.0%) | 6 (0.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,295 (76.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,281 (88.0%) | 90 (7.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 775 (73.5%) | 20 (2.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 805 (68.1%) | 11 (1.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 688 (36.1%) | 16 (2.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 90 (7.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,720 (61.0%) | 202 (3.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in River Ridge
According to labor force statistics for River Ridge, 79.7% of individuals (5,424) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (6,806) are in the labor force, with 2.4% or 130 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 90.0% or 2,476 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.8% or 85 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 247 (50.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 930 (73.2%) | 50 (3.9%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,772 (77.3%) | 110 (4.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,476 (90.0%) | 8 (0.3%) |
| Total | 5,424 (79.7%) | 163 (2.4%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in River Ridge
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in River Ridge are Community & Social Service (990 | 15.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (748 | 11.7%), Management (657 | 10.3%), Education Instruction & Library (503 | 7.9%), and Business & Financial (492 | 7.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in River Ridge, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (75.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (72.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (92.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (76.5%), and Health Technologists (70.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 391 (59.5%) | 266 (40.5%) |
| Business & Financial | 278 (56.5%) | 214 (43.5%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 239 (72.6%) | 90 (27.4%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 78 (49.4%) | 80 (50.6%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 131 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 30 (75.0%) | 10 (25.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 406 (41.0%) | 584 (59.0%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 6 (7.9%) | 70 (92.1%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 122 (48.6%) | 129 (51.4%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 195 (38.8%) | 308 (61.2%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 83 (51.9%) | 77 (48.1%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 176 (23.5%) | 572 (76.5%) |
| Health Technologists | 143 (29.8%) | 337 (70.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,490 (46.3%) | 1,726 (53.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,177 (49.9%) | 3,187 (50.1%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in River Ridge are Food Preparation & Serving (211 | 3.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (144 | 2.3%), Healthcare Support (128 | 2.0%), Personal Care & Service (105 | 1.7%), and Security & Protection (78 | 1.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in River Ridge, 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 (91.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (66.3%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (60.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 11 (8.6%) | 117 (91.4%) |
| 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 | 71 (33.7%) | 140 (66.3%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 57 (39.6%) | 87 (60.4%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 46 (43.8%) | 59 (56.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 263 (39.5%) | 403 (60.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,177 (49.9%) | 3,187 (50.1%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in River Ridge are Office & Administration (759 | 11.9%), and Sales & Related (616 | 9.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 246 (39.9%) | 370 (60.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 164 (21.6%) | 595 (78.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 410 (29.8%) | 965 (70.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,177 (49.9%) | 3,187 (50.1%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in River Ridge are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (300 | 4.7%), Construction & Extraction (221 | 3.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (19 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 221 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 300 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 540 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,177 (49.9%) | 3,187 (50.1%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in River Ridge are Transportation (272 | 4.3%), Production (148 | 2.3%), and Material Moving (147 | 2.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 97 (65.5%) | 51 (34.5%) |
| Transportation | 240 (88.2%) | 32 (11.8%) |
| Material Moving | 137 (93.2%) | 10 (6.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 474 (83.6%) | 93 (16.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,177 (49.9%) | 3,187 (50.1%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in River Ridge
Employment Industries in River Ridge
The major employment industries in River Ridge include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,010 | 15.9%), Retail Trade (716 | 11.3%), Educational Services (605 | 9.5%), Professional & Scientific (574 | 9.0%), and Construction (504 | 7.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in River Ridge
The River Ridge industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Manufacturing (87.1%), and Construction (85.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (82.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (78.8%), and Accommodation & Food Services (72.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 23 (57.5%) | 17 (42.5%) |
| Construction | 432 (85.7%) | 72 (14.3%) |
| Manufacturing | 244 (87.1%) | 36 (12.9%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 238 (72.8%) | 89 (27.2%) |
| Retail Trade | 406 (56.7%) | 310 (43.3%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 226 (73.1%) | 83 (26.9%) |
| Utilities | 8 (47.1%) | 9 (52.9%) |
| Information | 92 (66.7%) | 46 (33.3%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 82 (17.8%) | 379 (82.2%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 82 (47.9%) | 89 (52.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 263 (45.8%) | 311 (54.2%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 145 (49.8%) | 146 (50.2%) |
| Educational Services | 198 (32.7%) | 407 (67.3%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 214 (21.2%) | 796 (78.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 178 (72.1%) | 69 (27.9%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 59 (27.8%) | 153 (72.2%) |
| Public Administration | 196 (80.3%) | 48 (19.7%) |
| Total | 3,177 (49.9%) | 3,187 (50.1%) |
Education in River Ridge
School Enrollment in River Ridge
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,816 students in River Ridge are middle school (582 | 20.7%), high school (577 | 20.5%), and elementary school (512 | 18.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 288 | 10.2% |
| Kindergarten | 240 | 8.5% |
| Elementary School | 512 | 18.2% |
| Middle School | 582 | 20.7% |
| High School | 577 | 20.5% |
| College / Undergraduate | 473 | 16.8% |
| Graduate / Professional | 144 | 5.1% |
| Total | 2,816 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in River Ridge
Out of a total of 2,816 students who are enrolled in schools in River Ridge, 1,490 (52.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,326 (47.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 144 (76.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 215 (84.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 156 (71.2%) | 63 (28.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 339 (48.1%) | 365 (51.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 161 (23.5%) | 525 (76.5%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 116 (30.8%) | 260 (69.2%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 44 (23.4%) | 144 (76.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 215 (84.7%) | 39 (15.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 104 (71.2%) | 42 (28.8%) |
| 35 Years and over | 190 (78.2%) | 53 (21.8%) |
| Total | 1,326 (47.1%) | 1,490 (52.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in River Ridge
Business (887 | 22.9%), science & technology (433 | 11.2%), education (404 | 10.4%), liberal arts & history (304 | 7.9%), and social sciences (299 | 7.7%) are the most common fields of study among 3,869 individuals in River Ridge who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 130 | 3.4% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 165 | 4.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 196 | 5.1% |
| Psychology | 176 | 4.5% |
| Social Sciences | 299 | 7.7% |
| Engineering | 271 | 7.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 13 | 0.3% |
| Science & Technology | 433 | 11.2% |
| Business | 887 | 22.9% |
| Education | 404 | 10.4% |
| Literature & Languages | 90 | 2.3% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 304 | 7.9% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 132 | 3.4% |
| Communications | 198 | 5.1% |
| Arts & Humanities | 171 | 4.4% |
| Total | 3,869 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in River Ridge
Vehicle Availability by Sex in River Ridge
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in River Ridge are males with 2 vehicles (1,420, accounting for 44.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,569, making up 42.7%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 53 (1.7%) | 112 (3.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 671 (21.2%) | 645 (19.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,420 (44.8%) | 1,569 (47.2%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 887 (28.0%) | 883 (26.6%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 128 (4.0%) | 105 (3.2%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 10 (0.3%) | 10 (0.3%) |
| Total | 3,169 (100.0%) | 3,324 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in River Ridge
The most frequently occuring commute durations in River Ridge are 15 to 19 minutes (1,132 commuters, 19.6%), 20 to 24 minutes (999 commuters, 17.3%), and 30 to 34 minutes (960 commuters, 16.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 91 | 1.6% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 504 | 8.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 667 | 11.5% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,132 | 19.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 999 | 17.3% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 597 | 10.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 960 | 16.6% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 76 | 1.3% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 113 | 1.9% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 247 | 4.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 188 | 3.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 208 | 3.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in River Ridge
The most common commute times in River Ridge are 20 to 24 minutes (544 commuters, 18.8%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (617 commuters, 21.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 40 (1.4%) | 51 (1.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 243 (8.4%) | 261 (9.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 466 (16.1%) | 201 (6.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 515 (17.8%) | 617 (21.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 544 (18.8%) | 455 (15.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 274 (9.5%) | 323 (11.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 399 (13.8%) | 561 (19.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 57 (2.0%) | 19 (0.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 71 (2.5%) | 42 (1.5%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 132 (4.6%) | 115 (4.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 113 (3.9%) | 75 (2.6%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 33 (1.1%) | 175 (6.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in River Ridge
The most frequent times of departure to work in River Ridge are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (609, 21.1%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (669, 23.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 142 (4.9%) | 33 (1.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 121 (4.2%) | 40 (1.4%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 128 (4.4%) | 100 (3.5%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 202 (7.0%) | 149 (5.1%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 330 (11.4%) | 318 (11.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 609 (21.1%) | 424 (14.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 307 (10.6%) | 669 (23.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 408 (14.1%) | 650 (22.5%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 258 (8.9%) | 131 (4.5%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 147 (5.1%) | 206 (7.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 10 (0.4%) | 46 (1.6%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 16 (0.5%) | 15 (0.5%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 56 (1.9%) | 45 (1.5%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 153 (5.3%) | 69 (2.4%) |
| Total | 2,887 (100.0%) | 2,895 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in River Ridge
Occupancy by Ownership in River Ridge
Of the total 5,736 dwellings in River Ridge, owner-occupied units account for 4,168 (72.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,568 (27.3%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 4,168 | 72.7% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,568 | 27.3% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 5,736 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in River Ridge
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,593 | 27.8% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,430 | 42.4% |
| 3-Person Household | 647 | 11.3% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,066 | 18.6% |
| Total Housing Units | 5,736 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in River Ridge
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 679 (42.6%) | 914 (57.4%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,981 (81.5%) | 449 (18.5%) |
| 3-Person Household | 566 (87.5%) | 81 (12.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 942 (88.4%) | 124 (11.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 4,168 (72.7%) | 1,568 (27.3%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in River Ridge
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 209 (53.2%) | 184 (46.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 712 (57.8%) | 521 (42.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,222 (70.5%) | 511 (29.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,025 (85.2%) | 352 (14.8%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in River Ridge
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 833 | 14.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 741 | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 846 | 14.7% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,097 | 19.1% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,390 | 24.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 596 | 10.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 233 | 4.1% |
| Total | 5,736 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in River Ridge
Median Income by Occupancy in River Ridge
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 4,168 (72.7%) | $104,259 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,568 (27.3%) | $39,405 |
| Average | 5,736 (100.0%) | $81,470 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in River Ridge
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 111 (2.7%) | 50 (3.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 9 (0.2%) | 110 (7.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 17 (0.4%) | 162 (10.3%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 59 (1.4%) | 55 (3.5%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 21 (0.5%) | 48 (3.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 237 (5.7%) | 265 (16.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 364 (8.7%) | 279 (17.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 514 (12.3%) | 335 (21.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 661 (15.9%) | 54 (3.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 943 (22.6%) | 168 (10.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,232 (29.6%) | 42 (2.7%) |
| Total | 4,168 (100.0%) | 1,568 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in River Ridge
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 233 (5.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 596 (14.3%) | 55 (3.5%) |
| $500 to $799 | 753 (18.1%) | 117 (7.5%) |
| $800 to $999 | 396 (9.5%) | 643 (41.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 587 (14.1%) | 460 (29.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 506 (12.1%) | 122 (7.8%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 519 (12.4%) | 23 (1.5%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 214 (5.1%) | 17 (1.1%) |
| $3,000 or more | 364 (8.7%) | 36 (2.3%) |
| Total | 4,168 (100.0%) | 1,568 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in River Ridge
Housing Structures in River Ridge
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,326 | 75.4% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 29 | 0.5% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 112 | 1.9% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 191 | 3.3% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 21 | 0.4% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 895 | 15.6% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 162 | 2.8% |
| Total | 5,736 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in River Ridge
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,051 (93.6%) | 275 (6.4%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 16 (55.2%) | 13 (44.8%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 112 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 9 (4.7%) | 182 (95.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 895 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 92 (56.8%) | 70 (43.2%) |
| Total | 4,168 (72.7%) | 1,568 (27.3%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in River Ridge
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 65 (4.2%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 48 (1.1%) | 582 (37.1%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 940 (22.6%) | 763 (48.7%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,755 (42.1%) | 48 (3.1%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,425 (34.2%) | 110 (7.0%) |
| Total | 4,168 (100.0%) | 1,568 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in River Ridge
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 3,233 (77.6%) | 378 (24.1%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 49 (1.2%) | 15 (1.0%) |
| Electricity | 886 (21.3%) | 1,128 (71.9%) |
| 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 | 0 (0.0%) | 47 (3.0%) |
| Total | 4,168 (100.0%) | 1,568 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in River Ridge
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 88 (2.1%) | 256 (16.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,013 (24.3%) | 918 (58.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,122 (50.9%) | 294 (18.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 945 (22.7%) | 100 (6.4%) |
| Total | 4,168 (100.0%) | 1,568 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in River Ridge
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in River Ridge
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,932 | 2,236 |
| Median Property Value | $281,700 | $329,700 |
| Median Household Income | $81,381 | $752 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $565 | $352 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,496 | $131 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in River Ridge
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 24 (1.2%) | 125 (5.6%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 42 (2.2%) | 60 (2.7%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,048 (54.2%) | 785 (35.1%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 545 (28.2%) | 819 (36.6%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 145 (7.5%) | 289 (12.9%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 51 (2.6%) | 125 (5.6%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 77 (4.0%) | 33 (1.5%) |
| Total | 1,932 (100.0%) | 2,236 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in River Ridge
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 70 (3.6%) | 23 (1.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 68 (3.5%) | 50 (2.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 145 (7.5%) | 29 (1.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 248 (12.8%) | 92 (4.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 284 (14.7%) | 116 (5.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 408 (21.1%) | 230 (10.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 229 (11.8%) | 253 (11.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 480 (24.8%) | 714 (31.9%) |
| Total | 1,932 (100.0%) | 2,236 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in River Ridge
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 423 (21.9%) | 125,955 (5,633.1%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 471 (24.4%) | 620 (27.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 174 (9.0%) | 686 (30.7%) |
| 4.0x or more | 845 (43.7%) | 294 (13.2%) |
| Total | 1,932 (100.0%) | 2,236 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in River Ridge
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 330 (17.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 419 (21.7%) | 277 (12.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 745 (38.6%) | 554 (24.8%) |
| Total | 1,932 (100.0%) | 2,236 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in River Ridge
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in River Ridge
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 960 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,676 (92.4%) | 138 (7.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 665 (96.9%) | 21 (3.1%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,301 (97.7%) | 31 (2.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,346 (86.5%) | 210 (13.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,441 (99.0%) | 15 (1.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,141 (95.9%) | 92 (4.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,900 (99.6%) | 7 (0.4%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,264 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 12,694 (96.1%) | 514 (3.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in River Ridge
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 960 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,676 (92.4%) | 138 (7.6%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 665 (96.9%) | 21 (3.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in River Ridge
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 941 (88.9%) | 118 (11.1%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,703 (90.8%) | 172 (9.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,612 (97.9%) | 35 (2.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,387 (97.5%) | 35 (2.5%) |
| $100,000 and over | 7,051 (97.9%) | 154 (2.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in River Ridge
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 197 (20.5%) | 855 (89.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 667 (36.8%) | 1,126 (62.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 66 (9.6%) | 641 (93.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 157 (11.8%) | 1,216 (91.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 232 (14.9%) | 1,210 (77.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 463 (31.8%) | 1,206 (82.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 418 (18.7%) | 1,823 (81.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,789 (93.8%) | 1,137 (59.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,252 (99.1%) | 766 (60.6%) |
| Total | 5,241 (39.7%) | 9,980 (75.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in River Ridge
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 96 (9.2%) | 22 (2.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 62 (5.5%) | 130 (11.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 351 (13.2%) | 253 (9.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 183 (17.9%) | 221 (24.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 181 (34.4%) | 420 (56.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in River Ridge
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 46 (4.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 149 (5.6%) | 39 (1.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 103 (10.1%) | 95 (10.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 75 (14.3%) | 134 (18.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (0.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 4 (0.4%) | 25 (2.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 106 (4.0%) | 49 (1.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 15 (1.5%) | 13 (1.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 39 (7.4%) | 55 (7.4%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 96 (9.2%) | 16 (2.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 62 (5.5%) | 25 (2.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 177 (6.7%) | 129 (5.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 43 (4.2%) | 39 (4.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 19 (3.6%) | 25 (3.4%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 17 (1.5%) | 34 (3.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 190 (7.1%) | 137 (5.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 84 (8.2%) | 151 (17.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 148 (28.1%) | 299 (40.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 35 (3.4%) | 6 (0.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 28 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 120 (4.5%) | 103 (4.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 33 (3.2%) | 36 (4.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 21 (4.0%) | 98 (13.3%) |
Technology Access in River Ridge
Computing Device Access in River Ridge
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 4,611 | 80.4% |
| Smartphone | 5,167 | 90.1% |
| Tablet | 3,773 | 65.8% |
| No Computing Device | 323 | 5.6% |
| Total | 5,736 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in River Ridge
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 5 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 4,450 | 77.6% |
| Cellular Data Only | 481 | 8.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 315 | 5.5% |
| No Internet | 683 | 11.9% |
| Total | 5,736 | 100.0% |
River Ridge Summary
River Ridge is a census-designated place (CDP) located in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, United States. It is a suburb of New Orleans and is part of the New Orleans–Metairie–Kenner Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 11,494 at the 2010 census.
Geography
River Ridge is located at 29 59 25 North 90 13 17 West 29 990278 90 221389
According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 4.2 square miles (10.8 km2), of which 4.2 square miles (10.8 km2) is land and 0.04 square miles (0.1 km2) (0.48%) is water.
History
The area now known as River Ridge was originally part of the plantation of Jacques T. Freret, who purchased the land in 1810. The area was known as Freret's Ridge until the early 1900s, when it was renamed River Ridge.
The area was largely rural until the 1950s, when it began to be developed as a residential suburb of New Orleans. The population of River Ridge increased rapidly in the 1960s and 1970s, and the area is now a densely populated residential community.
Economy
River Ridge is a primarily residential community, with most of its residents commuting to jobs in New Orleans and other nearby cities. The area is home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services.
Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 11,494 people, 4,541 households, and 3,092 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 2,741.3 people per square mile (1,058.2/km2). There were 4,741 housing units at an average density of 1,130.2 per square mile (435.7/km2). The racial makeup of the CDP was 87.90% White, 8.45% African American, 0.20% Native American, 1.45% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 0.90% from other races, and 1.09% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.90% of the population.
There were 4,541 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.2% were married couples living together, 11.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.7% were non-families. 26.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.51 and the average family size was 3.09.
In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 25.7% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 33.2% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 10.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.2 males.
The median income for a household in the CDP was $45,945, and the median income for a family was $51,945. Males had a median income of $37,945 versus $27,945 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $20,945. About 4.2% of families and 5.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.7% of those under age 18 and 6.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of River Ridge?
Total Population of River Ridge is 13,362.
What is the Total Male Population of River Ridge?
Total Male Population of River Ridge is 6,799.
What is the Total Female Population of River Ridge?
Total Female Population of River Ridge is 6,563.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in River Ridge?
There are 103.60 Males per 100 Females in River Ridge.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in River Ridge?
There are 96.53 Females per 100 Males in River Ridge.
What is the Median Population Age in River Ridge?
Median Population Age in River Ridge is 45.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in River Ridge
Average Family Size in River Ridge is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in River Ridge
Average Household Size in River Ridge is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in River Ridge?
Per Capita income in River Ridge is $49,748.
What is the Median Family Income in River Ridge?
Median Family Income in River Ridge is $104,583.
What is the Median Household income in River Ridge?
Median Household Income in River Ridge is $81,470.
What is Income or Wage Gap in River Ridge?
Income or Wage Gap in River Ridge is 19.6%.
Women in River Ridge earn 80.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in River Ridge?
Family Income Deficit in River Ridge is $12,868.
Families that are below poverty line in River Ridge earn $12,868 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in River Ridge?
Inequality or Gini Index in River Ridge is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in River Ridge?
There are 6,720 People in the Labor Forcein in River Ridge.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in River Ridge?
61.0% of People are in the Labor Force in River Ridge.
What is the Unemployment Rate in River Ridge?
Unemployment Rate in River Ridge is 3.0%.