Watson, LA

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Watson Overview

1,445
TOTAL POPULATION
837
MALE POPULATION
608
FEMALE POPULATION
137.66
MALES / 100 FEMALES
72.64
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$41,106
PER CAPITA INCOME
$131,458
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$130,764
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
40.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
59.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
570
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
48.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
12.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Watson Area Codes

Race in Watson

The most populous races in Watson are White / Caucasian (1,407 | 97.4%), Hispanic or Latino (82 | 5.7%), and Two or more Races (38 | 2.6%).
Race in Watson
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino825.7%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,40797.4%
Two or more Races382.6%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,445100.0%

Ancestry in Watson

The most populous ancestries reported in Watson are French (556 | 38.5%), Irish (317 | 21.9%), German (145 | 10.0%), English (125 | 8.6%), and Cuban (82 | 5.7%), together accounting for 84.8% of all Watson residents.
Ancestry in Watson
Ancestry# Population% Population
American332.3%
Cuban825.7%
English1258.6%
French55638.5%
German14510.0%
Irish31721.9%
Italian241.7%
Scotch-Irish181.3%
Scottish664.6%
Swiss382.6%
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Immigrants in Watson

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Watson came from Caribbean (18 | 1.3%), Cuba (18 | 1.3%), and Latin America (18 | 1.3%), together accounting for 3.8% of all Watson residents.
Immigrants in Watson
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Caribbean181.3%
Cuba181.3%
Latin America181.3%
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Sex and Age in Watson

Sex and Age in Watson

The most populous age groups in Watson are 20 to 24 Years (155 | 18.5%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (113 | 18.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Watson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years23 (2.8%)22 (3.6%)
5 to 9 Years67 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Years43 (5.1%)113 (18.6%)
15 to 19 Years55 (6.6%)47 (7.7%)
20 to 24 Years155 (18.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)30 (4.9%)
30 to 34 Years11 (1.3%)24 (4.0%)
35 to 39 Years60 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Years113 (13.5%)90 (14.8%)
45 to 49 Years60 (7.2%)41 (6.7%)
50 to 54 Years57 (6.8%)36 (5.9%)
55 to 59 Years0 (0.0%)38 (6.2%)
60 to 64 Years100 (11.9%)105 (17.3%)
65 to 69 Years84 (10.0%)45 (7.4%)
70 to 74 Years9 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 to 79 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)17 (2.8%)
Total837 (100.0%)608 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Watson

Median Family Size in Watson

The median family size in Watson is 3.76 persons per family, with single female/mother families (29 | 8.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5.03 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (18 | 5.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.89 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Watson
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple302 (86.5%)3.69
Single Male/Father18 (5.2%)2.89
Single Female/Mother29 (8.3%)5.03
Total Families349 (100.0%)3.76

Median Household Size in Watson

Median Household Size in Watson
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple302 (62.8%)3.69
Single Male/Father18 (3.7%)2.89
Single Female/Mother29 (6.0%)5.03
Non-family132 (27.4%)-
Total Households481 (100.0%)3.00

Household Size by Marriage Status in Watson

Out of a total of 481 households in Watson, 349 (72.6%) are family households, while 132 (27.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 164, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 132.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Watson
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-132 (27.4%)
2-Person Households164 (34.1%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households24 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households83 (17.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households54 (11.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households24 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total349 (72.6%)132 (27.4%)

Female Fertility in Watson

Fertility by Age in Watson

Average fertility rate in Watson is 103.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 444.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Watson
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years24 (100.0%)444.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total24 (100.0%)103.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Watson

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Watson
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Watson

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Watson
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree24 (100.0%)500.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total24 (100.0%)103.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Watson

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Watson
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Watson

Income Overview in Watson

Per Capita Income in Watson is $41,106, while median incomes of families and households are $131,458 and $130,764 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,445$41,106
Median Family Income349$131,458
Mean Family Income349$140,286
Median Household Income481$130,764
Mean Household Income481$126,310
Income Deficit349$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,44540.38%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,44559.62¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,4450.38

Earnings by Sex in Watson

Average Earnings in Watson are $98,333, $128,327 for men and $76,510 for women, a difference of 40.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Watson
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male341 (65.3%)$128,327
Female181 (34.7%)$76,510
Total522 (100.0%)$98,333

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Watson

The most common earnings brackets in Watson are $100,000+ for men (202 | 59.2%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (90 | 49.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Watson
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,99912 (3.5%)11 (6.1%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99927 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99938 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9999 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99918 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)24 (13.3%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99924 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99911 (3.2%)41 (22.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)90 (49.7%)
$100,000+202 (59.2%)15 (8.3%)
Total341 (100.0%)181 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Watson

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Watson
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$128,327$76,510

Family Income in Watson

Family Income Brackets in Watson

According to the Watson family income data, there are 107 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 30.7% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Watson
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,999174.9%
$15,000 to $24,999123.4%
$25,000 to $34,99992.6%
$35,000 to $49,999123.4%
$50,000 to $74,9996418.3%
$75,000 to $99,99982.3%
$100,000 to $149,9998424.1%
$150,000 to $199,9993610.3%
$200,000+10730.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Watson

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Watson
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families164 (47.0%)$0
3-Person Families24 (6.9%)$0
4-Person Families83 (23.8%)$0
5-Person Families54 (15.5%)$0
6-Person Families24 (6.9%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total349 (100.0%)$131,458

Family Income by Number of Earners in Watson

Family Income by Number of Earners in Watson
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners102 (29.2%)$55,508
1 Earner80 (22.9%)$131,944
2 Earners167 (47.8%)$228,011
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total349 (100.0%)$131,458

Household Income in Watson

Household Income Brackets in Watson

With 107 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Watson, accounting for 22.3% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Watson
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,999173.5%
$15,000 to $24,9996814.1%
$25,000 to $34,99991.9%
$35,000 to $49,999122.5%
$50,000 to $74,9996413.3%
$75,000 to $99,99981.7%
$100,000 to $149,9999920.6%
$150,000 to $199,9999720.2%
$200,000+10722.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Watson

The median household income in Watson is $130,764, with the highest median household income of $227,841 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 114 households (23.7%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Watson
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years114 (23.7%)$227,841
45 to 64 Years305 (63.4%)$130,486
65+ Years62 (12.9%)$0
Total481 (100.0%)$130,764

Poverty in Watson

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Watson

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Watson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)30 (55.6%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)33 (23.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)108 (17.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Watson

According to the poverty statistics in Watson, males aged under 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.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Watson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years23 (100.0%)22 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years92 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years18 (100.0%)89 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years55 (100.0%)19 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years155 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years11 (100.0%)24 (44.4%)
35 to 44 Years173 (100.0%)90 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years117 (100.0%)77 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years100 (100.0%)110 (76.9%)
65 to 74 Years93 (100.0%)45 (100.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total837 (100.0%)500 (82.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Watson

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Watson
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children134 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children144 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total302 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Watson

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Watson
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)17 (58.6%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)17 (58.6%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Watson
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)17 (36.2%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)17 (36.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Watson

Employment by Class of Employer in Watson

Among the 499 employed individuals in Watson, private company employees (357 | 71.5%), self-employed (not incorporated) (68 | 13.6%), and self-employed (incorporated) (24 | 4.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Watson
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees35771.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)244.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)6813.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations102.0%
Local Government Employees112.2%
State Government Employees183.6%
Federal Government Employees112.2%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total499100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Watson

According to the labor force statistics for Watson, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,177), 48.4% or 570 individuals are in the labor force, with 12.5% or 71 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 35 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 100.0% or 19 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Watson
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years19 (18.6%)19 (100.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years237 (90.1%)34 (14.3%)
45 to 54 Years158 (81.4%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years15 (39.5%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years88 (42.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years18 (13.0%)18 (100.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total570 (48.4%)71 (12.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Watson

According to labor force statistics for Watson, 69.7% of individuals (533) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (765) are in the labor force, with 6.4% or 34 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 94.7% or 196 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 17.3% or 34 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Watson
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School22 (25.9%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma164 (62.6%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree196 (94.7%)36 (17.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher151 (71.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total533 (69.7%)49 (6.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Watson

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Watson are Business & Financial (149 | 29.9%), Community & Social Service (31 | 6.2%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (31 | 6.2%), Management (15 | 3.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (10 | 2.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Watson

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Watson
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Business & Financial125 (83.9%)24 (16.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Total (Category)125 (61.0%)80 (39.0%)
Total (Overall)329 (65.9%)170 (34.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Watson are Personal Care & Service (24 | 4.8%), Security & Protection (11 | 2.2%), and Firefighting & Prevention (11 | 2.2%).
Services Occupations in Watson

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Watson
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Total (Category)11 (31.4%)24 (68.6%)
Total (Overall)329 (65.9%)170 (34.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Watson are , and Sales & Related (90 | 18.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Watson

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Watson
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related24 (26.7%)66 (73.3%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)24 (26.7%)66 (73.3%)
Total (Overall)329 (65.9%)170 (34.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Watson are , and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (62 | 12.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Watson

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Watson
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)329 (65.9%)170 (34.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Watson are Transportation (58 | 11.6%), and Production (49 | 9.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Watson

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Watson
OccupationMaleFemale
Production49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)107 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)329 (65.9%)170 (34.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Watson

Employment Industries in Watson

The major employment industries in Watson include Manufacturing (123 | 24.6%), Professional & Scientific (95 | 19.0%), Information (66 | 13.2%), Finance & Insurance (39 | 7.8%), and Administrative & Support (38 | 7.6%).
Employment Industries in Watson

Employment Industries by Sex in Watson

The Watson industries that see more men than women are Manufacturing (100.0%), Retail Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Watson
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing123 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)66 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)39 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific64 (67.4%)31 (32.6%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total329 (65.9%)170 (34.1%)

Education in Watson

School Enrollment in Watson

The most common levels of schooling among the 420 students in Watson are middle school (156 | 37.1%), college / undergraduate (155 | 36.9%), and elementary school (67 | 16.0%).
School Enrollment in Watson
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool235.5%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School6716.0%
Middle School15637.1%
High School194.5%
College / Undergraduate15536.9%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total420100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Watson

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Watson
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old67 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds156 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds155 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total420 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Watson

Business (84 | 37.0%), engineering (62 | 27.3%), psychology (36 | 15.9%), physical & health sciences (12 | 5.3%), and education (12 | 5.3%) are the most common fields of study among 227 individuals in Watson who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Watson
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences125.3%
Psychology3615.9%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering6227.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology104.4%
Business8437.0%
Education125.3%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities114.9%
Total227100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Watson

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Watson

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Watson are males with 2 vehicles (194, accounting for 59.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (146, making up 114.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Watson
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle38 (11.6%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles194 (59.0%)146 (85.9%)
3 Vehicles24 (7.3%)24 (14.1%)
4 Vehicles27 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles46 (14.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total329 (100.0%)170 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Watson

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Watson are 45 to 59 minutes (152 commuters, 33.6%), 40 to 44 minutes (108 commuters, 23.8%), and 25 to 29 minutes (66 commuters, 14.6%).
Commute Time in Watson
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes00.0%
10 to 14 Minutes388.4%
15 to 19 Minutes00.0%
20 to 24 Minutes184.0%
25 to 29 Minutes6614.6%
30 to 34 Minutes6013.3%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes10823.8%
45 to 59 Minutes15233.6%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes112.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Watson

The most common commute times in Watson are 45 to 59 minutes (118 commuters, 35.9%) for males and 25 to 29 minutes (66 commuters, 53.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Watson
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes38 (11.6%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes18 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)66 (53.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes36 (10.9%)24 (19.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes108 (32.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes118 (35.9%)34 (27.4%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes11 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Watson

The most frequent times of departure to work in Watson are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (134, 40.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (90, 72.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Watson
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM134 (40.7%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM108 (32.8%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM56 (17.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM11 (3.3%)34 (27.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM20 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)90 (72.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total329 (100.0%)124 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Watson

Occupancy by Ownership in Watson

Of the total 481 dwellings in Watson, owner-occupied units account for 450 (93.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 31 (6.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Watson
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units45093.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units316.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units481100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Watson

Occupancy by Household Size in Watson
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household13227.4%
2-Person Household16434.1%
3-Person Household245.0%
4+ Person Household16133.5%
Total Housing Units481100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Watson

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Watson
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household132 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2-Person Household133 (81.1%)31 (18.9%)
3-Person Household24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household161 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units450 (93.6%)31 (6.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Watson

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Watson
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma119 (79.3%)31 (20.7%)
College/Associate Degree142 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher154 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Watson

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Watson
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years245.0%
35 to 44 Years9018.7%
45 to 54 Years11523.9%
55 to 64 Years19039.5%
65 to 74 Years459.4%
75 to 84 Years00.0%
85 Years and Over173.5%
Total481100.0%

Housing Finances in Watson

Median Income by Occupancy in Watson

Median Income by Occupancy in Watson
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied450 (93.6%)$106,905
Renter-Occupied31 (6.4%)$0
Average481 (100.0%)$130,764

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Watson

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Watson
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99917 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99956 (12.4%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99912 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9999 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99912 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99964 (14.2%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9998 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99999 (22.0%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more173 (38.4%)31 (100.0%)
Total450 (100.0%)31 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Watson

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Watson
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30038 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499120 (26.7%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79918 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99910 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499105 (23.3%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99957 (12.7%)31 (100.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49936 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more66 (14.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total450 (100.0%)31 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Watson

Housing Structures in Watson

Housing Structures in Watson
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached42588.4%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other5611.6%
Total481100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Watson

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Watson
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached394 (92.7%)31 (7.3%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total450 (93.6%)31 (6.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Watson

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Watson
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms18 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms80 (17.8%)0 (0.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms251 (55.8%)31 (100.0%)
8 or more Rooms101 (22.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total450 (100.0%)31 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Watson

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Watson
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas133 (29.6%)31 (100.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity317 (70.4%)0 (0.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total450 (100.0%)31 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Watson

Household Vehicle Usage in Watson
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle68 (15.1%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles287 (63.8%)31 (100.0%)
3 or more Vehicles95 (21.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total450 (100.0%)31 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Watson

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Watson

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units186264
Median Property Value$182,400$253,100
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$436$66
Real Estate Taxes$199$61

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Watson

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Watson
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00056 (30.1%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999120 (64.5%)162 (61.4%)
$300,000 to $499,99910 (5.4%)102 (38.6%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total186 (100.0%)264 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Watson

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Watson
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)8 (3.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99973 (39.3%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9999 (4.8%)12 (4.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99912 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99964 (34.4%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99918 (9.7%)8 (3.0%)
$150,000 or more10 (5.4%)81 (30.7%)
Total186 (100.0%)264 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Watson

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Watson
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x56 (30.1%)151,270 (57,299.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x28 (15.0%)208 (78.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x64 (34.4%)36 (13.6%)
4.0x or more38 (20.4%)8 (3.0%)
Total186 (100.0%)264 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Watson

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Watson
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80081 (43.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49927 (14.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49922 (11.8%)101 (38.3%)
Total186 (100.0%)264 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Watson

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Watson

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Watson
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years297 (91.4%)28 (8.6%)
19 to 25 Years155 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years35 (53.8%)30 (46.2%)
35 to 44 Years229 (87.1%)34 (12.9%)
45 to 54 Years194 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years243 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years138 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,353 (93.6%)92 (6.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Watson

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Watson
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen297 (91.4%)28 (8.6%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen155 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Watson

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Watson
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000129 (69.0%)58 (31.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99956 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999132 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99917 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over1,019 (96.8%)34 (3.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Watson

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Watson
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)45 (100.0%)
6 to 18 Years55 (16.9%)242 (74.5%)
19 to 25 Years155 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)35 (53.8%)
35 to 44 Years26 (9.9%)229 (87.1%)
45 to 54 Years82 (42.3%)112 (57.7%)
55 to 64 Years33 (13.6%)210 (86.4%)
65 to 74 Years138 (100.0%)52 (37.7%)
75 Years and over17 (100.0%)17 (100.0%)
Total506 (35.0%)942 (65.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Watson

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Watson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years25 (15.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years26 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years25 (26.9%)9 (20.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Watson

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Watson: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years25 (26.9%)9 (20.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Watson: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Watson: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years25 (15.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years26 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Watson: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years26 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years25 (26.9%)9 (20.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Watson: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years25 (26.9%)9 (20.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Watson

Computing Device Access in Watson

Computing Device Access in Watson
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop40884.8%
Smartphone481100.0%
Tablet37878.6%
No Computing Device00.0%
Total481100.0%

Internet Access in Watson

Internet Access in Watson
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home42087.3%
Cellular Data Only00.0%
Satellite Internet00.0%
No Internet6112.7%
Total481100.0%

Watson Summary

The city of Watson, Louisiana is located in the northern part of the state, in the parish of Livingston. It is situated on the banks of the Amite River, and is part of the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Statistical Area. Watson is a small town with a population of just over 2,000 people, and is known for its rural charm and friendly atmosphere.

History

The area that is now Watson was first settled in the early 1800s by French and Spanish settlers. The town was originally known as “La Pointe”, and was a small farming community. In 1845, the town was renamed Watson in honor of a local landowner, William Watson. The town was officially incorporated in 1891.
In the early 1900s, Watson began to grow and develop. The town was home to several businesses, including a sawmill, a cotton gin, and a general store. The town also had a post office, a bank, and a hotel.

Geography

Watson is located in the northern part of Livingston Parish, in the southeastern part of Louisiana. The town is situated on the banks of the Amite River, and is part of the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town is located about 25 miles north of Baton Rouge, and about 50 miles south of New Orleans.
The terrain of Watson is mostly flat, with some rolling hills. The town is surrounded by forests and wetlands, and is home to a variety of wildlife. The climate in Watson is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters.

Economy

The economy of Watson is largely based on agriculture and forestry. The town is home to several farms, and the surrounding area is home to a variety of timber and paper mills. The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Watson was 2,072. The racial makeup of the town was 79.3% White, 17.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 2.4% from other races. The median household income in Watson was $37,917, and the median family income was $45,938.

Conclusion

Watson, Louisiana is a small town with a population of just over 2,000 people. The town is situated on the banks of the Amite River, and is part of the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Statistical Area. The economy of Watson is largely based on agriculture and forestry, and the town is home to several small businesses. The racial makeup of the town is mostly White, with a small percentage of African American, Native American, Asian, and Pacific Islander residents. Watson is known for its rural charm and friendly atmosphere, and is a great place to live and work.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Watson?
Total Population of Watson is 1,445.
What is the Total Male Population of Watson?
Total Male Population of Watson is 837.
What is the Total Female Population of Watson?
Total Female Population of Watson is 608.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Watson?
There are 137.66 Males per 100 Females in Watson.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Watson?
There are 72.64 Females per 100 Males in Watson.
What is the Median Population Age in Watson?
Median Population Age in Watson is 42.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Watson
Average Family Size in Watson is 3.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Watson
Average Household Size in Watson is 3.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Watson?
Per Capita income in Watson is $41,106.
What is the Median Family Income in Watson?
Median Family Income in Watson is $131,458.
What is the Median Household income in Watson?
Median Household Income in Watson is $130,764.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Watson?
Income or Wage Gap in Watson is 40.4%.
Women in Watson earn 59.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Watson?
Inequality or Gini Index in Watson is 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in Watson?
There are 570 People in the Labor Forcein in Watson.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Watson?
48.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Watson.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Watson?
Unemployment Rate in Watson is 12.5%.