Fishing Creek, MD

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Fishing Creek Overview

235
TOTAL POPULATION
75
MALE POPULATION
160
FEMALE POPULATION
46.88
MALES / 100 FEMALES
213.33
FEMALES / 100 MALES
55.9
MEDIAN AGE
2.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$33,151
PER CAPITA INCOME
$77,054
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$76,250
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
67.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
32.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.34
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
108
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
13.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Fishing Creek Zip Codes

Fishing Creek Area Codes

Race in Fishing Creek

The most populous races in Fishing Creek are , and White / Caucasian (235 | 100.0%).
Race in Fishing Creek
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian235100.0%
Two or more Races00.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total235100.0%

Ancestry in Fishing Creek

The most populous ancestries reported in Fishing Creek are German (40 | 17.0%), English (36 | 15.3%), Irish (19 | 8.1%), Italian (18 | 7.7%), and American (6 | 2.5%), together accounting for 50.6% of all Fishing Creek residents.
Ancestry in Fishing Creek
Ancestry# Population% Population
American62.5%
Czech52.1%
English3615.3%
French41.7%
German4017.0%
Greek62.5%
Irish198.1%
Italian187.7%
Polish41.7%
Swedish62.5%
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Immigrants in Fishing Creek

Immigrants in Fishing Creek
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Fishing Creek

Sex and Age in Fishing Creek

The most populous age groups in Fishing Creek are 70 to 74 Years (26 | 34.7%) for men and Under 5 Years (42 | 26.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Fishing Creek
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)42 (26.3%)
5 to 9 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)11 (6.9%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)11 (6.9%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)17 (10.6%)
30 to 34 Years14 (18.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 49 Years0 (0.0%)14 (8.7%)
50 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)4 (2.5%)
55 to 59 Years17 (22.7%)12 (7.5%)
60 to 64 Years14 (18.7%)14 (8.7%)
65 to 69 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
70 to 74 Years26 (34.7%)18 (11.3%)
75 to 79 Years4 (5.3%)12 (7.5%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)5 (3.1%)
Total75 (100.0%)160 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Fishing Creek

Median Family Size in Fishing Creek

Median Family Size in Fishing Creek
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple73 (83.9%)2.44
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother14 (16.1%)2.57
Total Families87 (100.0%)2.46

Median Household Size in Fishing Creek

Median Household Size in Fishing Creek
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple73 (67.6%)2.44
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother14 (13.0%)2.57
Non-family21 (19.4%)-
Total Households108 (100.0%)2.18

Household Size by Marriage Status in Fishing Creek

Out of a total of 108 households in Fishing Creek, 87 (80.6%) are family households, while 21 (19.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 56, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 21.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Fishing Creek
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-21 (19.4%)
2-Person Households56 (51.8%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households14 (13.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households17 (15.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total87 (80.6%)21 (19.4%)

Female Fertility in Fishing Creek

Fertility by Age in Fishing Creek

Average fertility rate in Fishing Creek is 321.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 607.0 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 Fishing Creek
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years17 (100.0%)607.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total17 (100.0%)321.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Fishing Creek

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Fishing Creek
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Fishing Creek

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Fishing Creek
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 Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree17 (100.0%)1,000.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total17 (100.0%)321.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Fishing Creek

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Fishing Creek
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Fishing Creek

Income Overview in Fishing Creek

Per Capita Income in Fishing Creek is $33,151, while median incomes of families and households are $77,054 and $76,250 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income235$33,151
Median Family Income87$77,054
Mean Family Income87$83,043
Median Household Income108$76,250
Mean Household Income108$75,164
Income Deficit87$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)23567.85%
Wage / Income Gap ($)23532.15¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2350.34

Earnings by Sex in Fishing Creek

Average Earnings in Fishing Creek are $23,409, $65,446 for men and $21,042 for women, a difference of 67.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Fishing Creek
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male35 (28.2%)$65,446
Female89 (71.8%)$21,042
Total124 (100.0%)$23,409

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Fishing Creek

The most common earnings brackets in Fishing Creek are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (14 | 40.0%) and $15,000 to $17,499 for women (31 | 34.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Fishing Creek
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)11 (12.4%)
$5,000 to $7,4994 (11.4%)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 $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)31 (34.8%)
$17,500 to $19,9996 (17.1%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)6 (6.7%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)11 (12.4%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9995 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)6 (6.7%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99914 (40.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)20 (22.5%)
$100,000+6 (17.1%)4 (4.5%)
Total35 (100.0%)89 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Fishing Creek

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Fishing Creek
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$65,446$0

Family Income in Fishing Creek

Family Income Brackets in Fishing Creek

According to the Fishing Creek family income data, there are 31 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 35.6% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Fishing Creek
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,9992629.9%
$50,000 to $74,99966.9%
$75,000 to $99,9993135.6%
$100,000 to $149,9991416.1%
$150,000 to $199,99944.6%
$200,000+66.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Fishing Creek

2-person families (56 | 64.4%) account for the highest median family income in Fishing Creek with $55,833 per family, while 2-person families (56 | 64.4%) have the highest median income of $27,916 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Fishing Creek
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families56 (64.4%)$55,833
3-Person Families14 (16.1%)$0
4-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
5-Person Families17 (19.5%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total87 (100.0%)$77,054

Family Income by Number of Earners in Fishing Creek

Family Income by Number of Earners in Fishing Creek
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners26 (29.9%)$0
1 Earner14 (16.1%)$0
2 Earners33 (37.9%)$84,044
3+ Earners14 (16.1%)$0
Total87 (100.0%)$77,054

Household Income in Fishing Creek

Household Income Brackets in Fishing Creek

With 37 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Fishing Creek, accounting for 34.3% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Fishing Creek
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99965.6%
$15,000 to $24,99954.6%
$25,000 to $34,99943.7%
$35,000 to $49,9992624.1%
$50,000 to $74,99965.6%
$75,000 to $99,9993734.3%
$100,000 to $149,9991413.0%
$150,000 to $199,99943.7%
$200,000+65.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Fishing Creek

The median household income in Fishing Creek is $76,250, with the highest median household income of $105,357 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 44 households (40.7%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Fishing Creek
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years17 (15.7%)$0
45 to 64 Years44 (40.7%)$105,357
65+ Years47 (43.5%)$35,817
Total108 (100.0%)$76,250

Poverty in Fishing Creek

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Fishing Creek

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Fishing Creek
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%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 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%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Fishing Creek

According to the poverty statistics in Fishing Creek, males aged 25 to 34 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 Fishing Creek
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
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%)11 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years14 (100.0%)17 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years31 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years26 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)
75 Years and over4 (100.0%)17 (100.0%)
Total75 (100.0%)160 (100.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Fishing Creek

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Fishing Creek
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total73 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Fishing Creek

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Fishing Creek
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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%)0 (0.0%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Fishing Creek
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Fishing Creek

Employment by Class of Employer in Fishing Creek

Among the 88 employed individuals in Fishing Creek, private company employees (68 | 77.3%), self-employed (not incorporated) (16 | 18.2%), and federal government employees (4 | 4.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Fishing Creek
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees6877.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1618.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees00.0%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees44.5%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total88100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Fishing Creek

According to the labor force statistics for Fishing Creek, out of the total population over 16 years of age (193), 56.0% or 108 individuals are in the labor force, with 13.0% or 14 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 11 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 60 to 64 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 100.0% or 14 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Fishing Creek
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years24 (82.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years14 (50.0%)14 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over10 (47.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total108 (56.0%)14 (13.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Fishing Creek

According to labor force statistics for Fishing Creek, 82.1% of individuals (87) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (106) are in the labor force, with 16.1% or 14 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 100.0% or 33 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 29.2% or 14 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Fishing Creek
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma48 (90.6%)15 (29.2%)
College / Associate Degree6 (30.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total87 (82.1%)17 (16.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Fishing Creek

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Fishing Creek are Health Diagnosing & Treating (14 | 14.9%), Management (10 | 10.6%), Community & Social Service (6 | 6.4%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (6 | 6.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Fishing Creek

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Fishing Creek
OccupationMaleFemale
Management6 (60.0%)4 (40.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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%)6 (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%)6 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)6 (20.0%)24 (80.0%)
Total (Overall)30 (31.9%)64 (68.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Fishing Creek are , and Food Preparation & Serving (17 | 18.1%).
Services Occupations in Fishing Creek

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Fishing Creek
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)30 (31.9%)64 (68.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Fishing Creek are , and Sales & Related (17 | 18.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Fishing Creek

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Fishing Creek
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)30 (31.9%)64 (68.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Fishing Creek are , and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (18 | 19.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Fishing Creek

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Fishing Creek
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)30 (31.9%)64 (68.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Fishing Creek are Production (6 | 6.4%), and Transportation (6 | 6.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Fishing Creek

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Fishing Creek
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Transportation6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)6 (50.0%)6 (50.0%)
Total (Overall)30 (31.9%)64 (68.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Fishing Creek

Employment Industries in Fishing Creek

The major employment industries in Fishing Creek include Retail Trade (23 | 24.5%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (18 | 19.2%), Accommodation & Food Services (17 | 18.1%), Professional & Scientific (14 | 14.9%), and Transportation & Warehousing (6 | 6.4%).
Employment Industries in Fishing Creek

Employment Industries by Sex in Fishing Creek

The Fishing Creek industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Finance & Insurance (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Retail Trade (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Fishing Creek
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total30 (31.9%)64 (68.1%)

Education in Fishing Creek

School Enrollment in Fishing Creek

School Enrollment in Fishing Creek
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School00.0%
Middle School00.0%
High School11100.0%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total11100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Fishing Creek

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Fishing Creek
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Fishing Creek

Arts & humanities (17 | 44.7%), visual & performing arts (11 | 28.9%), social sciences (6 | 15.8%), and science & technology (4 | 10.5%) are the most common fields of study among 38 individuals in Fishing Creek who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Fishing Creek
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences615.8%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology410.5%
Business00.0%
Education00.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts1128.9%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities1744.7%
Total38100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Fishing Creek

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Fishing Creek

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Fishing Creek are males with 2 vehicles (26, accounting for 86.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (58, making up 44.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Fishing Creek
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle4 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles26 (86.7%)58 (100.0%)
3 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total30 (100.0%)58 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Fishing Creek

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Fishing Creek are less than 5 minutes (41 commuters, 46.6%), 30 to 34 minutes (25 commuters, 28.4%), and 10 to 14 minutes (6 commuters, 6.8%).
Commute Time in Fishing Creek
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes4146.6%
5 to 9 Minutes00.0%
10 to 14 Minutes66.8%
15 to 19 Minutes00.0%
20 to 24 Minutes66.8%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes2528.4%
35 to 39 Minutes44.5%
40 to 44 Minutes66.8%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Fishing Creek

The most common commute times in Fishing Creek are less than 5 minutes (18 commuters, 60.0%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (25 commuters, 43.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Fishing Creek
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes18 (60.0%)23 (39.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes6 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes6 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)25 (43.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)4 (6.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)6 (10.3%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Fishing Creek

The most frequent times of departure to work in Fishing Creek are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (14, 46.7%) for males and 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM (17, 29.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Fishing Creek
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM14 (46.7%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM6 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)6 (10.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM4 (13.3%)14 (24.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)4 (6.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM6 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
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%)17 (29.3%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)17 (29.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total30 (100.0%)58 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Fishing Creek

Occupancy by Ownership in Fishing Creek

Of the total 108 dwellings in Fishing Creek, owner-occupied units account for 94 (87.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 14 (13.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Fishing Creek
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units9487.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1413.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units108100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Fishing Creek

Occupancy by Household Size in Fishing Creek
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household2119.4%
2-Person Household5651.8%
3-Person Household1413.0%
4+ Person Household1715.7%
Total Housing Units108100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Fishing Creek

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Fishing Creek
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2-Person Household56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Household0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
4+ Person Household17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units94 (87.0%)14 (13.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Fishing Creek

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Fishing Creek
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma24 (63.2%)14 (36.8%)
College/Associate Degree38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Fishing Creek

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Fishing Creek
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1715.7%
35 to 44 Years00.0%
45 to 54 Years1816.7%
55 to 64 Years2624.1%
65 to 74 Years2624.1%
75 to 84 Years1614.8%
85 Years and Over54.6%
Total108100.0%

Housing Finances in Fishing Creek

Median Income by Occupancy in Fishing Creek

Median Income by Occupancy in Fishing Creek
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied94 (87.0%)$66,250
Renter-Occupied14 (13.0%)$0
Average108 (100.0%)$76,250

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Fishing Creek

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Fishing Creek
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 $14,9996 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9995 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9994 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99926 (27.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9996 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99937 (39.4%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
$150,000 or more10 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total94 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Fishing Creek

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Fishing Creek
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49912 (12.8%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79930 (31.9%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99917 (18.1%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49914 (14.9%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99911 (11.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49910 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total94 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Fishing Creek

Housing Structures in Fishing Creek

Housing Structures in Fishing Creek
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached108100.0%
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 / Other00.0%
Total108100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Fishing Creek

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Fishing Creek
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached94 (87.0%)14 (13.0%)
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 / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total94 (87.0%)14 (13.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Fishing Creek

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Fishing Creek
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms26 (27.7%)0 (0.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms40 (42.5%)14 (100.0%)
8 or more Rooms28 (29.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total94 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Fishing Creek

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Fishing Creek
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas6 (6.4%)14 (100.0%)
Electricity53 (56.4%)0 (0.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene16 (17.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels19 (20.2%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total94 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Fishing Creek

Household Vehicle Usage in Fishing Creek
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle42 (44.7%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles52 (55.3%)14 (100.0%)
3 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total94 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Fishing Creek

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Fishing Creek

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units5935
Median Property Value$307,800$0
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$558$0
Real Estate Taxes$3,078$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Fishing Creek

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Fishing Creek
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99927 (45.8%)23 (65.7%)
$300,000 to $499,99932 (54.2%)12 (34.3%)
$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%)
Total59 (100.0%)35 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Fishing Creek

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Fishing Creek
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9994 (6.8%)11 (31.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99926 (44.1%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99923 (39.0%)6 (17.1%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)14 (40.0%)
$150,000 or more6 (10.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total59 (100.0%)35 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Fishing Creek

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Fishing Creek
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x6 (10.2%)75,089 (214,540.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x17 (28.8%)18 (51.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x6 (10.2%)0 (0.0%)
4.0x or more30 (50.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total59 (100.0%)35 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Fishing Creek

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Fishing Creek
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49910 (17.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49949 (83.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total59 (100.0%)35 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Fishing Creek

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fishing Creek

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fishing Creek
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years17 (54.8%)14 (45.2%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total221 (94.0%)14 (6.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Fishing Creek

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Fishing Creek
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Fishing Creek

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Fishing Creek
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00011 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99948 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99912 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99993 (86.9%)14 (13.1%)
$100,000 and over57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fishing Creek

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fishing Creek
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 642 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years17 (54.8%)17 (54.8%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years14 (24.6%)57 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years44 (100.0%)44 (100.0%)
75 Years and over21 (100.0%)17 (80.9%)
Total138 (58.7%)175 (74.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Fishing Creek

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Fishing Creek
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%)11 (39.3%)
35 to 64 Years14 (45.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Fishing Creek

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Fishing Creek: <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 Years26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Fishing Creek: <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 Years14 (45.2%)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 Fishing Creek: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)11 (39.3%)
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: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Fishing Creek: <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 Years14 (45.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Fishing Creek: <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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Fishing Creek

Computing Device Access in Fishing Creek

Computing Device Access in Fishing Creek
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop8780.6%
Smartphone10395.4%
Tablet4037.0%
No Computing Device54.6%
Total108100.0%

Internet Access in Fishing Creek

Internet Access in Fishing Creek
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home5651.8%
Cellular Data Only3330.6%
Satellite Internet1413.0%
No Internet54.6%
Total108100.0%

Fishing Creek Summary

Fishing Creek is a small unincorporated community located in Dorchester County, Maryland. It is situated on the eastern shore of the Chesapeake Bay, approximately 25 miles south of Cambridge. The community is bordered by the Choptank River to the north and the Little Choptank River to the south. Fishing Creek is a rural area with a population of approximately 1,000 people.

History

Fishing Creek was first settled in the early 1700s by English settlers. The area was originally known as “Fishing Creek Landing” and was used as a port for shipping goods to and from the Chesapeake Bay. The town was officially established in 1790 and was named after the creek that runs through it.
In the late 1800s, Fishing Creek was a thriving fishing and oystering community. The town was home to several seafood processing plants and canneries, which provided employment for many of the local residents. The town also had a number of stores, churches, and a post office.
In the early 1900s, the town began to decline as the seafood industry moved elsewhere. The town’s population decreased and many of the businesses closed. In the 1950s, the town was revitalized when the Chesapeake Bay Bridge was built, connecting Fishing Creek to the rest of Maryland.

Geography

Fishing Creek is located in Dorchester County, Maryland. It is situated on the eastern shore of the Chesapeake Bay, approximately 25 miles south of Cambridge. The community is bordered by the Choptank River to the north and the Little Choptank River to the south.
The town is located in a rural area and is surrounded by farmland and woodlands. The terrain is mostly flat with some rolling hills. The climate is mild with hot summers and cold winters.

Economy

Fishing Creek’s economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several farms that produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and wheat. The town also has a number of seafood processing plants and canneries, which provide employment for many of the local residents.
Tourism is also an important part of the local economy. Fishing Creek is a popular destination for boaters, fishermen, and nature lovers. The town is home to several marinas, boat ramps, and fishing piers. There are also several parks and nature preserves in the area.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Fishing Creek had a population of 1,000 people. The racial makeup of the town was 94.2% White, 2.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, and 2.1% from other races. The median household income was $37,500 and the median age was 44.
Fishing Creek is a small, rural community with a close-knit population. The town is home to several churches, a post office, and a few small businesses. The town is also home to a volunteer fire department and a volunteer rescue squad.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Fishing Creek?
Total Population of Fishing Creek is 235.
What is the Total Male Population of Fishing Creek?
Total Male Population of Fishing Creek is 75.
What is the Total Female Population of Fishing Creek?
Total Female Population of Fishing Creek is 160.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Fishing Creek?
There are 46.88 Males per 100 Females in Fishing Creek.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Fishing Creek?
There are 213.33 Females per 100 Males in Fishing Creek.
What is the Median Population Age in Fishing Creek?
Median Population Age in Fishing Creek is 55.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Fishing Creek
Average Family Size in Fishing Creek is 2.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Fishing Creek
Average Household Size in Fishing Creek is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Fishing Creek?
Per Capita income in Fishing Creek is $33,151.
What is the Median Family Income in Fishing Creek?
Median Family Income in Fishing Creek is $77,054.
What is the Median Household income in Fishing Creek?
Median Household Income in Fishing Creek is $76,250.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Fishing Creek?
Income or Wage Gap in Fishing Creek is 67.8%.
Women in Fishing Creek earn 32.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Fishing Creek?
Inequality or Gini Index in Fishing Creek is 0.34.
How Large is the Labor Force in Fishing Creek?
There are 108 People in the Labor Forcein in Fishing Creek.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Fishing Creek?
56.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Fishing Creek.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Fishing Creek?
Unemployment Rate in Fishing Creek is 13.0%.