Essex, MD Map & Demographics
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Essex Overview
$34,520
PER CAPITA INCOME
$82,290
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$67,580
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
18.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
81.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,422
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
40,842
TOTAL POPULATION
19,350
MALE POPULATION
21,492
FEMALE POPULATION
90.03
MALES / 100 FEMALES
111.07
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
21,906
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
66.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Essex Zip Codes
Income in Essex
Income Overview in Essex
Per Capita Income in Essex is $34,520, while median incomes of families and households are $82,290 and $67,580 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 40,842 | $34,520 |
| Median Family Income | 9,763 | $82,290 |
| Mean Family Income | 9,763 | $101,959 |
| Median Household Income | 15,955 | $67,580 |
| Mean Household Income | 15,955 | $85,397 |
| Income Deficit | 9,763 | $11,422 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 40,842 | 18.37% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 40,842 | 81.63¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 40,842 | 0.43 |
Earnings by Sex in Essex
Average Earnings in Essex are $42,554, $47,402 for men and $38,695 for women, a difference of 18.4%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 10,872 (48.8%) | $47,402 |
| Female | 11,383 (51.1%) | $38,695 |
| Total | 22,255 (100.0%) | $42,554 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Essex
The most common earnings brackets in Essex are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (1,480 | 13.6%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (1,060 | 9.3%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 179 (1.7%) | 458 (4.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 364 (3.4%) | 471 (4.1%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 298 (2.7%) | 356 (3.1%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 111 (1.0%) | 336 (2.9%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 450 (4.1%) | 517 (4.5%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 326 (3.0%) | 224 (2.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 268 (2.5%) | 264 (2.3%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 121 (1.1%) | 220 (1.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 276 (2.5%) | 311 (2.7%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 256 (2.4%) | 369 (3.2%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 704 (6.5%) | 665 (5.8%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 690 (6.4%) | 933 (8.2%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 407 (3.7%) | 757 (6.7%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 571 (5.2%) | 797 (7.0%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 756 (7.0%) | 889 (7.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 561 (5.2%) | 313 (2.8%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 823 (7.6%) | 948 (8.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 828 (7.6%) | 780 (6.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,480 (13.6%) | 1,060 (9.3%) |
| $100,000+ | 1,403 (12.9%) | 715 (6.3%) |
| Total | 10,872 (100.0%) | 11,383 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Essex
Average earnings in Essex are $51,617 for men and $42,681 for women, a difference of 17.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $85,386, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $49,047. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $71,375, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $19,182.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $55,063 | $19,182 |
| High School Diploma | $49,047 | $39,914 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $51,199 | $44,020 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $62,713 | $63,750 |
| Graduate Degree | $85,386 | $71,375 |
| Total | $51,617 | $42,681 |
Family Income in Essex
Family Income Brackets in Essex
According to the Essex family income data, there are 2,128 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.8% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 225 families (2.3%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 283 | 2.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 225 | 2.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 391 | 4.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 722 | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 849 | 8.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,845 | 18.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,425 | 14.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,128 | 21.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,211 | 12.4% |
| $200,000+ | 683 | 7.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Essex
7+ person families (194 | 2.0%) account for the highest median family income in Essex with $153,533 per family, while 2-person families (4,630 | 47.4%) have the highest median income of $38,470 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 4,630 (47.4%) | $76,939 |
| 3-Person Families | 2,173 (22.3%) | $74,650 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,612 (16.5%) | $115,313 |
| 5-Person Families | 844 (8.6%) | $72,034 |
| 6-Person Families | 310 (3.2%) | $94,274 |
| 7+ Person Families | 194 (2.0%) | $153,533 |
| Total | 9,763 (100.0%) | $82,290 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Essex
The median family income in Essex is $82,290, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,482) having the highest median family income of $148,875, while families with no earners (1,335) have the lowest median family income of $37,070, accounting for 15.2% and 13.7% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,335 (13.7%) | $37,070 |
| 1 Earner | 3,011 (30.8%) | $63,003 |
| 2 Earners | 3,935 (40.3%) | $109,724 |
| 3+ Earners | 1,482 (15.2%) | $148,875 |
| Total | 9,763 (100.0%) | $82,290 |
Household Income in Essex
Household Income Brackets in Essex
With 2,840 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Essex, accounting for 17.8% of all households. In contrast, only 686 households (4.3%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 766 | 4.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 686 | 4.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,340 | 8.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,484 | 9.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,819 | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,776 | 17.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,010 | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,840 | 17.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,356 | 8.5% |
| $200,000+ | 878 | 5.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Essex
The median household income in Essex is $67,580, with the highest median household income of $76,679 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 6,807 households (42.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $43,915, with 4,053 households (25.4%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 298 (1.9%) | $48,176 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 4,797 (30.1%) | $74,411 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 6,807 (42.7%) | $76,679 |
| 65+ Years | 4,053 (25.4%) | $43,915 |
| Total | 15,955 (100.0%) | $67,580 |
Poverty in Essex
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Essex
With 11.0% poverty level for males and 13.1% for females among the residents of Essex, 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 34 males (25.0%) and 59 females (33.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 231 (19.8%) | 203 (21.2%) |
| 5 Years | 34 (25.0%) | 59 (33.2%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 110 (8.2%) | 378 (23.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 141 (18.5%) | 67 (10.0%) |
| 15 Years | 60 (18.9%) | 89 (25.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 53 (11.7%) | 51 (10.4%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 114 (6.8%) | 208 (12.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 363 (15.4%) | 280 (8.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 349 (14.7%) | 304 (13.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 251 (9.0%) | 462 (14.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 238 (7.7%) | 340 (12.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 124 (6.8%) | 182 (8.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 41 (4.9%) | 161 (9.5%) |
| Total | 2,109 (11.0%) | 2,784 (13.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Essex
According to the poverty statistics in Essex, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 25 to 34 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 95.1% of males and 91.6% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 938 (80.2%) | 754 (78.8%) |
| 5 Years | 102 (75.0%) | 119 (66.8%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,227 (91.8%) | 1,244 (76.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 620 (81.5%) | 606 (90.0%) |
| 15 Years | 257 (81.1%) | 265 (74.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 398 (88.2%) | 441 (89.6%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,569 (93.2%) | 1,442 (87.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,998 (84.6%) | 3,070 (91.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,018 (85.3%) | 1,972 (86.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,535 (91.0%) | 2,679 (85.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,857 (92.3%) | 2,390 (87.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,714 (93.2%) | 1,927 (91.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 793 (95.1%) | 1,537 (90.5%) |
| Total | 17,026 (89.0%) | 18,446 (86.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Essex
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Essex show that 3.1% or 188 of the total 6,060 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 19.1%, comprising of 4 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.1%, which includes 6 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 3,916 (97.3%) | 110 (2.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,666 (96.1%) | 68 (3.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 273 (97.9%) | 6 (2.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 17 (80.9%) | 4 (19.1%) |
| Total | 5,872 (96.9%) | 188 (3.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Essex
According to the poverty data in Essex, 15.3% or 164 single-father households and 17.4% or 459 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 142 households (30.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 57 (12.9%) | 68 (7.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 78 (15.6%) | 249 (20.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 5 (4.7%) | 142 (30.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 164 (15.3%) | 459 (17.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Essex
The poverty data for Essex shows that 188 of the married-couple family households (3.1%) and 623 of the single-parent households (16.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (19.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 110 (2.7%) | 125 (9.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 68 (3.9%) | 327 (19.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 6 (2.1%) | 147 (25.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 4 (19.1%) | 24 (100.0%) |
| Total | 188 (3.1%) | 623 (16.8%) |
Race in Essex
The most populous races in Essex are White / Caucasian (24,017 | 58.8%), Black / African American (13,024 | 31.9%), and Two or more Races (2,462 | 6.0%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 640 | 1.6% |
| Black / African American | 13,024 | 31.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2,171 | 5.3% |
| Native / Alaskan | 56 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 24,017 | 58.8% |
| Two or more Races | 2,462 | 6.0% |
| Some other Race | 643 | 1.6% |
| Total | 40,842 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Essex
The most populous ancestries reported in Essex are German (6,130 | 15.0%), Irish (4,620 | 11.3%), English (2,740 | 6.7%), American (2,666 | 6.5%), and Polish (2,122 | 5.2%), together accounting for 44.8% of all Essex residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 419 | 1.0% |
| American | 2,666 | 6.5% |
| Arab | 148 | 0.4% |
| Armenian | 38 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 240 | 0.6% |
| Belgian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Blackfeet | 30 | 0.1% |
| Brazilian | 89 | 0.2% |
| British | 62 | 0.2% |
| British West Indian | 20 | 0.1% |
| Burmese | 18 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 290 | 0.7% |
| Central American Indian | 28 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 381 | 0.9% |
| Cheyenne | 6 | 0.0% |
| Choctaw | 24 | 0.1% |
| Colombian | 120 | 0.3% |
| Comanche | 9 | 0.0% |
| Creek | 7 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 141 | 0.4% |
| Czech | 145 | 0.4% |
| Czechoslovakian | 56 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 23 | 0.1% |
| Dominican | 355 | 0.9% |
| Dutch | 219 | 0.5% |
| Eastern European | 8 | 0.0% |
| Egyptian | 10 | 0.0% |
| English | 2,740 | 6.7% |
| Ethiopian | 18 | 0.0% |
| European | 333 | 0.8% |
| Filipino | 33 | 0.1% |
| French | 634 | 1.5% |
| French Canadian | 34 | 0.1% |
| German | 6,130 | 15.0% |
| Ghanaian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Greek | 204 | 0.5% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 5 | 0.0% |
| Guatemalan | 10 | 0.0% |
| Guyanese | 132 | 0.3% |
| Honduran | 36 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 172 | 0.4% |
| Indian (Asian) | 122 | 0.3% |
| Iranian | 53 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 4,620 | 11.3% |
| Italian | 2,086 | 5.1% |
| Jamaican | 359 | 0.9% |
| Japanese | 84 | 0.2% |
| Kenyan | 342 | 0.8% |
| Korean | 137 | 0.3% |
| Lebanese | 16 | 0.0% |
| Liberian | 89 | 0.2% |
| Lithuanian | 72 | 0.2% |
| Lumbee | 121 | 0.3% |
| Malaysian | 48 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 560 | 1.4% |
| Moroccan | 8 | 0.0% |
| Nicaraguan | 26 | 0.1% |
| Nigerian | 577 | 1.4% |
| Northern European | 8 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 93 | 0.2% |
| Pennsylvania German | 10 | 0.0% |
| Peruvian | 10 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 2,122 | 5.2% |
| Portuguese | 56 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 563 | 1.4% |
| Russian | 63 | 0.2% |
| Salvadoran | 218 | 0.5% |
| Scandinavian | 84 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 162 | 0.4% |
| Scottish | 433 | 1.1% |
| Senegalese | 1 | 0.0% |
| Serbian | 10 | 0.0% |
| Sierra Leonean | 248 | 0.6% |
| Sioux | 13 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 9 | 0.0% |
| South American | 151 | 0.4% |
| South American Indian | 20 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 10 | 0.0% |
| Spanish | 18 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lankan | 58 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 1,773 | 4.3% |
| Swedish | 31 | 0.1% |
| Syrian | 54 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 151 | 0.4% |
| Trinidadian and Tobagonian | 182 | 0.4% |
| Turkish | 70 | 0.2% |
| Ukrainian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Venezuelan | 13 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 63 | 0.2% |
| West Indian | 97 | 0.2% |
| Yugoslavian | 8 | 0.0% | View All 91 Rows |
Immigrants in Essex
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Essex came from Africa (1,562 | 3.8%), Latin America (1,170 | 2.9%), Western Africa (1,099 | 2.7%), Asia (646 | 1.6%), and Caribbean (549 | 1.3%), together accounting for 12.3% of all Essex residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 1,562 | 3.8% |
| Argentina | 8 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 646 | 1.6% |
| Austria | 6 | 0.0% |
| Barbados | 22 | 0.1% |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 15 | 0.0% |
| Brazil | 59 | 0.1% |
| Cambodia | 44 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 22 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 549 | 1.3% |
| Central America | 372 | 0.9% |
| Chile | 10 | 0.0% |
| China | 53 | 0.1% |
| Dominica | 8 | 0.0% |
| Dominican Republic | 158 | 0.4% |
| Eastern Africa | 384 | 0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 71 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Europe | 45 | 0.1% |
| Egypt | 10 | 0.0% |
| El Salvador | 162 | 0.4% |
| England | 37 | 0.1% |
| Ethiopia | 26 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 160 | 0.4% |
| Germany | 26 | 0.1% |
| Ghana | 6 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 10 | 0.0% |
| Guyana | 159 | 0.4% |
| Honduras | 14 | 0.0% |
| Iran | 53 | 0.1% |
| Italy | 38 | 0.1% |
| Jamaica | 189 | 0.5% |
| Kenya | 358 | 0.9% |
| Korea | 18 | 0.0% |
| Laos | 20 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 1,170 | 2.9% |
| Latvia | 10 | 0.0% |
| Lebanon | 10 | 0.0% |
| Liberia | 336 | 0.8% |
| Mexico | 175 | 0.4% |
| Middle Africa | 12 | 0.0% |
| Morocco | 8 | 0.0% |
| Nepal | 135 | 0.3% |
| Nicaragua | 11 | 0.0% |
| Nigeria | 531 | 1.3% |
| Northern Africa | 18 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 37 | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | 9 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 121 | 0.3% |
| Poland | 11 | 0.0% |
| Russia | 9 | 0.0% |
| Senegal | 1 | 0.0% |
| Sierra Leone | 132 | 0.3% |
| South America | 249 | 0.6% |
| South Central Asia | 197 | 0.5% |
| South Eastern Asia | 215 | 0.5% |
| Southern Europe | 46 | 0.1% |
| Spain | 8 | 0.0% |
| Syria | 83 | 0.2% |
| Taiwan | 25 | 0.1% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 128 | 0.3% |
| Turkey | 70 | 0.2% |
| Venezuela | 13 | 0.0% |
| Vietnam | 30 | 0.1% |
| Western Africa | 1,099 | 2.7% |
| Western Asia | 163 | 0.4% |
| Western Europe | 32 | 0.1% | View All 66 Rows |
Sex and Age in Essex
Sex and Age in Essex
The most populous age groups in Essex are 55 to 59 Years (1,593 | 8.2%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (2,084 | 9.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,169 (6.0%) | 957 (4.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,238 (6.4%) | 1,400 (6.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,121 (5.8%) | 1,195 (5.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,141 (5.9%) | 1,438 (6.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,310 (6.8%) | 1,058 (4.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 954 (4.9%) | 2,084 (9.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,407 (7.3%) | 1,266 (5.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,419 (7.3%) | 1,112 (5.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 948 (4.9%) | 1,164 (5.4%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,340 (6.9%) | 1,420 (6.6%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 1,446 (7.5%) | 1,721 (8.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,593 (8.2%) | 1,472 (6.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,510 (7.8%) | 1,258 (5.9%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 1,161 (6.0%) | 1,160 (5.4%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 732 (3.8%) | 988 (4.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 463 (2.4%) | 784 (3.6%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 241 (1.3%) | 452 (2.1%) |
| 85 Years and over | 157 (0.8%) | 563 (2.6%) |
| Total | 19,350 (100.0%) | 21,492 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Essex
Median Family Size in Essex
The median family size in Essex is 3.22 persons per family, with married-couple families (6,060 | 62.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.26 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (1,071 | 11.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.13 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 6,060 (62.1%) | 3.26 |
| Single Male/Father | 1,071 (11.0%) | 3.13 |
| Single Female/Mother | 2,632 (27.0%) | 3.16 |
| Total Families | 9,763 (100.0%) | 3.22 |
Median Household Size in Essex
The median household size in Essex is 2.54 persons per household, with single male/father households (1,071 | 6.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.76 persons per household. non-family households (6,192 | 38.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 6,060 (38.0%) | 3.27 |
| Single Male/Father | 1,071 (6.7%) | 3.76 |
| Single Female/Mother | 2,632 (16.5%) | 3.49 |
| Non-family | 6,192 (38.8%) | 1.21 |
| Total Households | 15,955 (100.0%) | 2.54 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Essex
Out of a total of 15,955 households in Essex, 9,763 (61.2%) are family households, while 6,192 (38.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 4,165, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 5,131.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 5,131 (32.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 4,165 (26.1%) | 878 (5.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 2,181 (13.7%) | 139 (0.9%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,880 (11.8%) | 44 (0.3%) |
| 5-Person Households | 907 (5.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 388 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 242 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,763 (61.2%) | 6,192 (38.8%) |
Female Fertility in Essex
Fertility by Age in Essex
Average fertility rate in Essex is 33.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 52.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 68.8% 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 | 229 (68.8%) | 52.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 104 (31.2%) | 25.0 |
| Total | 333 (100.0%) | 33.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Essex
58.9% of women with births (333) in Essex are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 42.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 37.5% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 131 (57.2%) | 98 (42.8%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 65 (62.5%) | 39 (37.5%) |
| Total | 196 (58.9%) | 137 (41.1%) |
Fertility by Education in Essex
Average fertility rate in Essex is 33.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 59.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 14.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 40.5% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 27 (8.1%) | 14.0 |
| High School Diploma | 96 (28.8%) | 35.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 135 (40.5%) | 40.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 47 (14.1%) | 33.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 28 (8.4%) | 59.0 |
| Total | 333 (100.0%) | 33.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Essex
41.1% of women with births in Essex are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 25 (26.0%) | 71 (74.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 124 (91.8%) | 11 (8.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 47 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (100.0%) |
| Total | 196 (58.9%) | 137 (41.1%) |
Employment Characteristics in Essex
Employment by Class of Employer in Essex
Among the 20,038 employed individuals in Essex, private company employees (13,916 | 69.5%), local government employees (1,770 | 8.8%), and not-for-profit organizations (1,584 | 7.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 13,916 | 69.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 424 | 2.1% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 613 | 3.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,584 | 7.9% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,770 | 8.8% |
| State Government Employees | 890 | 4.4% |
| Federal Government Employees | 833 | 4.2% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 8 | 0.0% |
| Total | 20,038 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Essex
According to the labor force statistics for Essex, out of the total population over 16 years of age (33,091), 66.2% or 21,906 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.0% or 1,314 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 88.0% or 2,673 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 13.3% or 108 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 811 (42.5%) | 108 (13.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,963 (82.9%) | 80 (4.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 2,673 (88.0%) | 345 (12.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 2,283 (85.4%) | 137 (6.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,942 (84.9%) | 154 (3.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 4,700 (79.3%) | 385 (8.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 2,283 (74.5%) | 62 (2.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,907 (68.9%) | 19 (1.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,055 (26.1%) | 5 (0.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 285 (10.7%) | 21 (7.4%) |
| Total | 21,906 (66.2%) | 1,314 (6.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Essex
According to labor force statistics for Essex, 80.5% of individuals (17,802) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (22,114) are in the labor force, with 6.2% or 1,104 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 90.9% or 3,825 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.2% or 493 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,745 (63.0%) | 122 (4.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 6,869 (78.0%) | 608 (6.9%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 5,354 (84.6%) | 582 (9.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 3,825 (90.9%) | 63 (1.5%) |
| Total | 17,802 (80.5%) | 1,371 (6.2%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Essex
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Essex are Management (1,827 | 8.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,718 | 8.4%), Community & Social Service (1,349 | 6.6%), Health Technologists (971 | 4.7%), and Business & Financial (881 | 4.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Essex, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (86.9%), Education, Arts & Media (65.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (63.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (79.6%), Legal Services & Support (74.3%), and Health Technologists (72.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 1,010 (55.3%) | 817 (44.7%) |
| Business & Financial | 254 (28.8%) | 627 (71.2%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 534 (63.3%) | 310 (36.7%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 293 (55.9%) | 231 (44.1%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 159 (86.9%) | 24 (13.1%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 82 (59.9%) | 55 (40.2%) |
| Community & Social Service | 512 (38.0%) | 837 (62.1%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 120 (65.6%) | 63 (34.4%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 45 (25.7%) | 130 (74.3%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 289 (34.4%) | 551 (65.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 58 (38.4%) | 93 (61.6%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 351 (20.4%) | 1,367 (79.6%) |
| Health Technologists | 271 (27.9%) | 700 (72.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,661 (40.2%) | 3,958 (59.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,166 (49.4%) | 10,417 (50.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Essex are Food Preparation & Serving (886 | 4.3%), Healthcare Support (838 | 4.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (824 | 4.0%), Security & Protection (639 | 3.1%), and Personal Care & Service (615 | 3.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Essex, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (80.0%), and Security & Protection (54.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (94.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (83.4%), and Personal Care & Service (74.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 50 (6.0%) | 788 (94.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 348 (54.5%) | 291 (45.5%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 58 (16.6%) | 291 (83.4%) |
| Law Enforcement | 290 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 396 (44.7%) | 490 (55.3%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 659 (80.0%) | 165 (20.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 156 (25.4%) | 459 (74.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,609 (42.3%) | 2,193 (57.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,166 (49.4%) | 10,417 (50.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Essex are Office & Administration (2,733 | 13.3%), and Sales & Related (1,998 | 9.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 738 (36.9%) | 1,260 (63.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 672 (24.6%) | 2,061 (75.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,410 (29.8%) | 3,321 (70.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,166 (49.4%) | 10,417 (50.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Essex are Construction & Extraction (1,370 | 6.7%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (904 | 4.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 1,251 (91.3%) | 119 (8.7%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 856 (94.7%) | 48 (5.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,107 (92.7%) | 167 (7.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,166 (49.4%) | 10,417 (50.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Essex are Material Moving (1,260 | 6.1%), Transportation (982 | 4.8%), and Production (915 | 4.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 666 (72.8%) | 249 (27.2%) |
| Transportation | 852 (86.8%) | 130 (13.2%) |
| Material Moving | 861 (68.3%) | 399 (31.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,379 (75.4%) | 778 (24.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,166 (49.4%) | 10,417 (50.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Essex
Employment Industries in Essex
The major employment industries in Essex include Health Care & Social Assistance (3,290 | 16.0%), Retail Trade (2,482 | 12.1%), Transportation & Warehousing (1,743 | 8.5%), Educational Services (1,678 | 8.2%), and Public Administration (1,611 | 7.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Essex
The Essex industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Enterprise Management (100.0%), and Construction (91.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (81.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (77.8%), and Educational Services (69.6%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 1,434 (91.9%) | 127 (8.1%) |
| Manufacturing | 965 (73.9%) | 341 (26.1%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 304 (68.8%) | 138 (31.2%) |
| Retail Trade | 1,296 (52.2%) | 1,186 (47.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1,256 (72.1%) | 487 (27.9%) |
| Utilities | 119 (79.3%) | 31 (20.7%) |
| Information | 99 (74.4%) | 34 (25.6%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 184 (18.7%) | 800 (81.3%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 360 (53.8%) | 309 (46.2%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 325 (44.3%) | 408 (55.7%) |
| Enterprise Management | 57 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 529 (54.5%) | 442 (45.5%) |
| Educational Services | 511 (30.4%) | 1,167 (69.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 730 (22.2%) | 2,560 (77.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 125 (33.5%) | 248 (66.5%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 528 (41.1%) | 756 (58.9%) |
| Public Administration | 786 (48.8%) | 825 (51.2%) |
| Total | 10,166 (49.4%) | 10,417 (50.6%) |
Education in Essex
School Enrollment in Essex
The most common levels of schooling among the 9,030 students in Essex are elementary school (2,200 | 24.4%), middle school (1,923 | 21.3%), and high school (1,901 | 21.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 486 | 5.4% |
| Kindergarten | 364 | 4.0% |
| Elementary School | 2,200 | 24.4% |
| Middle School | 1,923 | 21.3% |
| High School | 1,901 | 21.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,848 | 20.5% |
| Graduate / Professional | 308 | 3.4% |
| Total | 9,030 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Essex
Out of a total of 9,030 students who are enrolled in schools in Essex, 2,122 (23.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 6,908 (76.5%) 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 502 (51.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 2,165 (88.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 211 (52.0%) | 195 (48.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 2,165 (88.4%) | 283 (11.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,765 (81.3%) | 407 (18.7%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,218 (86.0%) | 199 (14.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 255 (51.4%) | 241 (48.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 469 (79.6%) | 120 (20.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 474 (48.6%) | 502 (51.4%) |
| 35 Years and over | 350 (66.5%) | 176 (33.5%) |
| Total | 6,908 (76.5%) | 2,122 (23.5%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Essex
Business (1,166 | 22.0%), science & technology (834 | 15.7%), education (550 | 10.3%), arts & humanities (470 | 8.8%), and computers & mathematics (368 | 6.9%) are the most common fields of study among 5,313 individuals in Essex who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 368 | 6.9% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 348 | 6.6% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 92 | 1.7% |
| Psychology | 285 | 5.4% |
| Social Sciences | 289 | 5.4% |
| Engineering | 120 | 2.3% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 58 | 1.1% |
| Science & Technology | 834 | 15.7% |
| Business | 1,166 | 22.0% |
| Education | 550 | 10.3% |
| Literature & Languages | 256 | 4.8% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 156 | 2.9% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 111 | 2.1% |
| Communications | 210 | 4.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 470 | 8.8% |
| Total | 5,313 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Essex
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Essex
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Essex are males with 2 vehicles (3,496, accounting for 35.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (3,705, making up 34.3%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 683 (6.9%) | 548 (5.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,087 (21.2%) | 3,022 (29.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,496 (35.5%) | 3,705 (36.4%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 2,226 (22.6%) | 1,965 (19.3%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 1,023 (10.4%) | 656 (6.4%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 329 (3.3%) | 284 (2.8%) |
| Total | 9,844 (100.0%) | 10,180 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Essex
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Essex are 15 to 19 minutes (3,425 commuters, 18.1%), 30 to 34 minutes (3,215 commuters, 17.0%), and 20 to 24 minutes (2,444 commuters, 12.9%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 261 | 1.4% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 638 | 3.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2,180 | 11.5% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 3,425 | 18.1% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 2,444 | 12.9% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 1,224 | 6.5% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 3,215 | 17.0% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 647 | 3.4% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 1,094 | 5.8% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 2,059 | 10.9% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 915 | 4.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 813 | 4.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Essex
The most common commute times in Essex are 15 to 19 minutes (1,733 commuters, 18.5%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (1,692 commuters, 17.7%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 123 (1.3%) | 138 (1.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 127 (1.4%) | 511 (5.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,204 (12.9%) | 976 (10.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,733 (18.5%) | 1,692 (17.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,134 (12.1%) | 1,310 (13.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 589 (6.3%) | 635 (6.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,613 (17.2%) | 1,602 (16.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 176 (1.9%) | 471 (4.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 645 (6.9%) | 449 (4.7%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 982 (10.5%) | 1,077 (11.3%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 595 (6.4%) | 320 (3.4%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 445 (4.8%) | 368 (3.8%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Essex
The most frequent times of departure to work in Essex are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (1,232, 13.2%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,568, 16.4%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 591 (6.3%) | 654 (6.9%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 958 (10.2%) | 282 (2.9%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 906 (9.7%) | 354 (3.7%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 927 (9.9%) | 1,065 (11.2%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 1,232 (13.2%) | 742 (7.8%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 855 (9.1%) | 1,568 (16.4%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 905 (9.7%) | 1,071 (11.2%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 680 (7.3%) | 513 (5.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 232 (2.5%) | 830 (8.7%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 305 (3.3%) | 436 (4.6%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 187 (2.0%) | 215 (2.2%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 78 (0.8%) | 128 (1.3%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 1,186 (12.7%) | 843 (8.8%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 324 (3.5%) | 848 (8.9%) |
| Total | 9,366 (100.0%) | 9,549 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Essex
Occupancy by Ownership in Essex
Of the total 15,955 dwellings in Essex, owner-occupied units account for 9,250 (58.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 6,705 (42.0%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 9,250 | 58.0% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 6,705 | 42.0% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 15,955 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Essex
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 5,131 | 32.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 5,043 | 31.6% |
| 3-Person Household | 2,320 | 14.5% |
| 4+ Person Household | 3,461 | 21.7% |
| Total Housing Units | 15,955 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Essex
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 2,439 (47.5%) | 2,692 (52.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 3,119 (61.9%) | 1,924 (38.2%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,591 (68.6%) | 729 (31.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,101 (60.7%) | 1,360 (39.3%) |
| Total Housing Units | 9,250 (58.0%) | 6,705 (42.0%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Essex
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 1,052 (52.4%) | 957 (47.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,225 (54.2%) | 2,722 (45.8%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,862 (56.8%) | 2,176 (43.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,111 (71.3%) | 850 (28.7%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Essex
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 2,634 | 16.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,461 | 15.4% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,316 | 20.8% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,491 | 21.9% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,461 | 15.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,271 | 8.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 321 | 2.0% |
| Total | 15,955 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Essex
Median Income by Occupancy in Essex
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 9,250 (58.0%) | $94,261 |
| Renter-Occupied | 6,705 (42.0%) | $45,110 |
| Average | 15,955 (100.0%) | $67,580 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Essex
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 242 (2.6%) | 357 (5.3%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 49 (0.5%) | 112 (1.7%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 169 (1.8%) | 511 (7.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 167 (1.8%) | 364 (5.4%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 373 (4.0%) | 436 (6.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 463 (5.0%) | 1,024 (15.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 726 (7.9%) | 1,094 (16.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,384 (15.0%) | 1,395 (20.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,447 (15.6%) | 560 (8.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,189 (23.7%) | 651 (9.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 2,041 (22.1%) | 201 (3.0%) |
| Total | 9,250 (100.0%) | 6,705 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Essex
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 230 (2.5%) | 195 (2.9%) |
| $300 to $499 | 829 (9.0%) | 160 (2.4%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,705 (18.4%) | 228 (3.4%) |
| $800 to $999 | 589 (6.4%) | 995 (14.8%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,752 (18.9%) | 3,426 (51.1%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 2,048 (22.1%) | 1,063 (15.9%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 1,096 (11.8%) | 377 (5.6%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 530 (5.7%) | 26 (0.4%) |
| $3,000 or more | 471 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,250 (100.0%) | 6,705 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Essex
Housing Structures in Essex
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,262 | 39.3% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 5,489 | 34.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 273 | 1.7% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 523 | 3.3% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 500 | 3.1% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 2,738 | 17.2% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 170 | 1.1% |
| Total | 15,955 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Essex
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,815 (92.9%) | 447 (7.1%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 3,021 (55.0%) | 2,468 (45.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 7 (2.6%) | 266 (97.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 6 (1.1%) | 517 (98.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 34 (6.8%) | 466 (93.2%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 197 (7.2%) | 2,541 (92.8%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 170 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,250 (58.0%) | 6,705 (42.0%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Essex
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 657 (9.8%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 97 (1.1%) | 1,063 (15.9%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,979 (21.4%) | 3,558 (53.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 4,420 (47.8%) | 799 (11.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,754 (29.8%) | 628 (9.4%) |
| Total | 9,250 (100.0%) | 6,705 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Essex
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 5,092 (55.0%) | 3,022 (45.1%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 150 (1.6%) | 163 (2.4%) |
| Electricity | 2,639 (28.5%) | 3,179 (47.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 1,266 (13.7%) | 224 (3.3%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 56 (0.6%) | 63 (0.9%) |
| No Fuel Used | 47 (0.5%) | 54 (0.8%) |
| Total | 9,250 (100.0%) | 6,705 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Essex
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 385 (4.2%) | 1,630 (24.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,769 (29.9%) | 3,324 (49.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,452 (37.3%) | 1,356 (20.2%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,644 (28.6%) | 395 (5.9%) |
| Total | 9,250 (100.0%) | 6,705 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Essex
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Essex
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,761 | 6,489 |
| Median Property Value | $210,600 | $246,800 |
| Median Household Income | $64,985 | $1,664 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $564 | $471 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,775 | $285 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Essex
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 165 (6.0%) | 267 (4.1%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 77 (2.8%) | 113 (1.7%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,860 (67.4%) | 3,844 (59.2%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 523 (18.9%) | 1,871 (28.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 77 (2.8%) | 248 (3.8%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 18 (0.6%) | 104 (1.6%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 41 (1.5%) | 42 (0.6%) |
| Total | 2,761 (100.0%) | 6,489 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Essex
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 158 (5.7%) | 94 (1.5%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 413 (15.0%) | 133 (2.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 212 (7.7%) | 296 (4.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 281 (10.2%) | 251 (3.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 463 (16.8%) | 445 (6.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 333 (12.1%) | 921 (14.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 524 (19.0%) | 1,114 (17.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 377 (13.7%) | 1,665 (25.7%) |
| Total | 2,761 (100.0%) | 6,489 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Essex
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 691 (25.0%) | 101,704 (1,567.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 548 (19.9%) | 2,453 (37.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 280 (10.1%) | 1,639 (25.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,162 (42.1%) | 686 (10.6%) |
| Total | 2,761 (100.0%) | 6,489 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Essex
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 135 (4.9%) | 36 (0.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 128 (4.6%) | 200 (3.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 2,246 (81.4%) | 324 (5.0%) |
| Total | 2,761 (100.0%) | 6,489 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Essex
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Essex
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 2,382 (97.6%) | 58 (2.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 6,501 (96.5%) | 234 (3.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 3,174 (88.4%) | 418 (11.6%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 4,513 (90.8%) | 458 (9.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 4,501 (97.1%) | 137 (2.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 5,637 (95.1%) | 290 (4.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 5,508 (94.6%) | 317 (5.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,920 (99.3%) | 27 (0.7%) |
| 75 Years and older | 2,528 (99.8%) | 4 (0.2%) |
| Total | 38,664 (95.2%) | 1,943 (4.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Essex
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 2,382 (97.6%) | 58 (2.4%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 6,501 (96.5%) | 234 (3.5%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 3,174 (88.4%) | 418 (11.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Essex
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 4,256 (92.8%) | 329 (7.2%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 6,725 (95.5%) | 314 (4.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 6,478 (96.6%) | 227 (3.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 4,994 (94.7%) | 282 (5.3%) |
| $100,000 and over | 16,139 (95.3%) | 791 (4.7%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Essex
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,558 (63.8%) | 867 (35.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,815 (56.6%) | 3,019 (44.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,083 (30.1%) | 2,258 (62.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,606 (32.3%) | 3,171 (63.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,234 (26.6%) | 3,555 (76.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,550 (26.2%) | 4,465 (75.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,459 (25.1%) | 4,383 (75.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,769 (95.5%) | 2,350 (59.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,456 (97.0%) | 1,373 (54.2%) |
| Total | 18,530 (45.6%) | 25,441 (62.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Essex
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 487 (15.6%) | 248 (7.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 316 (7.8%) | 556 (11.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,431 (17.4%) | 915 (11.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 587 (31.9%) | 554 (26.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 432 (51.8%) | 784 (46.2%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Essex
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 57 (1.8%) | 32 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 15 (0.4%) | 15 (0.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 278 (3.4%) | 74 (0.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 361 (19.6%) | 151 (7.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 215 (25.8%) | 183 (10.8%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 140 (4.5%) | 62 (1.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 47 (1.2%) | 115 (2.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 196 (2.4%) | 171 (2.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 35 (1.9%) | 110 (5.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 71 (8.5%) | 136 (8.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 387 (12.4%) | 154 (4.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 219 (5.4%) | 433 (8.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 563 (6.8%) | 419 (5.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 174 (9.5%) | 78 (3.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 52 (6.2%) | 338 (19.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 40 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 839 (10.2%) | 442 (5.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 279 (15.2%) | 413 (19.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 277 (33.2%) | 564 (33.2%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 47 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 79 (1.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 320 (3.9%) | 63 (0.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 124 (6.8%) | 90 (4.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 151 (18.1%) | 89 (5.2%) |
Technology Access in Essex
Computing Device Access in Essex
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 11,652 | 73.0% |
| Smartphone | 13,158 | 82.5% |
| Tablet | 9,609 | 60.2% |
| No Computing Device | 1,529 | 9.6% |
| Total | 15,955 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Essex
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 60 | 0.4% |
| Broadband Home | 11,399 | 71.4% |
| Cellular Data Only | 2,120 | 13.3% |
| Satellite Internet | 560 | 3.5% |
| No Internet | 2,118 | 13.3% |
| Total | 15,955 | 100.0% |
Essex Summary
Essex is a census-designated place (CDP) located in Baltimore County, Maryland, United States. The population was 37,842 at the 2010 census. It is located just east of the City of Baltimore, and is part of the Baltimore metropolitan area.
Geography
Essex is located at 39°19′N 76°22′W (39.3179, -76.3690). According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 8.2 square miles (21.2 km2), of which 8.1 square miles (21.0 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km2) (1.17%) is water.
History
Essex was first settled in the early 1700s by English settlers. The area was originally known as Back River Neck, and was part of Baltimore County. In 1854, the area was renamed Essex, after the town of Essex in England. The area was primarily rural until the 1950s, when suburban development began to take hold.
Economy
Essex is home to a variety of businesses, including retail stores, restaurants, and professional services. The area is also home to a number of industrial and manufacturing businesses. The largest employer in Essex is the Social Security Administration, which has a regional office located in the area.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 37,842 people, 14,945 households, and 10,072 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 4,664.3 people per square mile (1,799.7/km2). There were 15,845 housing units at an average density of 1,955.3 per square mile (753.3/km2). The racial makeup of the CDP was 79.2% White, 14.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 2.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 2.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
There were 14,945 households, out of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.2% were married couples living together, 14.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.3% were non-families. 26.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.2% 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 3.04.
In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 23.7% under the age of 18, 7.7% from 18 to 24, 29.2% from 25 to 44, 24.3% from 45 to 64, and 15.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.3 males.
The median income for a household in the CDP was $50,945, and the median income for a family was $59,945. Males had a median income of $41,945 versus $32,945 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $24,945. About 5.2% of families and 7.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.2% of those under age 18 and 6.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Essex?
Per Capita income in Essex is $34,520.
What is the Median Family Income in Essex?
Median Family Income in Essex is $82,290.
What is the Median Household income in Essex?
Median Household Income in Essex is $67,580.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Essex?
Income or Wage Gap in Essex is 18.4%.
Women in Essex earn 81.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Essex?
Family Income Deficit in Essex is $11,422.
Families that are below poverty line in Essex earn $11,422 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Essex?
Inequality or Gini Index in Essex is 0.43.
What is the Total Population of Essex?
Total Population of Essex is 40,842.
What is the Total Male Population of Essex?
Total Male Population of Essex is 19,350.
What is the Total Female Population of Essex?
Total Female Population of Essex is 21,492.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Essex?
There are 90.03 Males per 100 Females in Essex.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Essex?
There are 111.07 Females per 100 Males in Essex.
What is the Median Population Age in Essex?
Median Population Age in Essex is 40.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Essex
Average Family Size in Essex is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Essex
Average Household Size in Essex is 2.5 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Essex?
There are 21,906 People in the Labor Forcein in Essex.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Essex?
66.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Essex.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Essex?
Unemployment Rate in Essex is 6.0%.