Baraga, MI

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Baraga Overview

2,020
TOTAL POPULATION
1,417
MALE POPULATION
603
FEMALE POPULATION
234.99
MALES / 100 FEMALES
42.55
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.7
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$13,066
PER CAPITA INCOME
$55,313
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$32,569
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
6.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
93.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
451
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
25.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Baraga Zip Codes

Baraga Area Codes

Race in Baraga

The most populous races in Baraga are White / Caucasian (895 | 44.3%), Black / African American (603 | 29.8%), and Native / Alaskan (304 | 15.0%).
Race in Baraga
Race# Population% Population
Asian90.4%
Black / African American60329.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino804.0%
Native / Alaskan30415.0%
White / Caucasian89544.3%
Two or more Races1949.6%
Some other Race150.7%
Total2,020100.0%

Ancestry in Baraga

The most populous ancestries reported in Baraga are Chippewa (346 | 17.1%), Finnish (196 | 9.7%), German (136 | 6.7%), American (107 | 5.3%), and French (102 | 5.1%), together accounting for 43.9% of all Baraga residents.
Ancestry in Baraga
Ancestry# Population% Population
African140.7%
American1075.3%
Austrian70.4%
Bangladeshi20.1%
Blackfeet60.3%
Burmese110.5%
Canadian100.5%
Cherokee160.8%
Chippewa34617.1%
Choctaw60.3%
Cuban100.5%
Dutch80.4%
Eastern European80.4%
English904.5%
European251.2%
Finnish1969.7%
French1025.1%
French Canadian221.1%
German1366.7%
Irish864.3%
Italian261.3%
Korean30.2%
Mexican613.0%
Norwegian120.6%
Ottawa331.6%
Polish351.7%
Puerto Rican60.3%
Samoan140.7%
Scandinavian211.0%
Scottish110.5%
Subsaharan African140.7%
Swedish321.6%
Ukrainian30.2%
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Immigrants in Baraga

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Baraga came from Asia (3 | 0.2%), Central America (3 | 0.2%), Latin America (3 | 0.2%), Mexico (3 | 0.2%), and Philippines (3 | 0.2%), together accounting for 0.7% of all Baraga residents.
Immigrants in Baraga
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia30.2%
Central America30.2%
Latin America30.2%
Mexico30.2%
Philippines30.2%
South Eastern Asia30.2%
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Sex and Age in Baraga

Sex and Age in Baraga

The most populous age groups in Baraga are 25 to 29 Years (271 | 19.1%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (59 | 9.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Baraga
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years44 (3.1%)44 (7.3%)
5 to 9 Years36 (2.5%)35 (5.8%)
10 to 14 Years40 (2.8%)33 (5.5%)
15 to 19 Years29 (2.1%)25 (4.2%)
20 to 24 Years143 (10.1%)17 (2.8%)
25 to 29 Years271 (19.1%)59 (9.8%)
30 to 34 Years173 (12.2%)26 (4.3%)
35 to 39 Years147 (10.4%)20 (3.3%)
40 to 44 Years117 (8.3%)21 (3.5%)
45 to 49 Years87 (6.1%)50 (8.3%)
50 to 54 Years49 (3.5%)18 (3.0%)
55 to 59 Years91 (6.4%)42 (7.0%)
60 to 64 Years68 (4.8%)44 (7.3%)
65 to 69 Years65 (4.6%)41 (6.8%)
70 to 74 Years32 (2.3%)45 (7.5%)
75 to 79 Years15 (1.1%)43 (7.1%)
80 to 84 Years6 (0.4%)16 (2.6%)
85 Years and over4 (0.3%)24 (4.0%)
Total1,417 (100.0%)603 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Baraga

Median Family Size in Baraga

The median family size in Baraga is 2.81 persons per family, with single female/mother families (72 | 27.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.25 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (21 | 8.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.57 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Baraga
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple166 (64.1%)2.66
Single Male/Father21 (8.1%)2.57
Single Female/Mother72 (27.8%)3.25
Total Families259 (100.0%)2.81

Median Household Size in Baraga

The median household size in Baraga is 1.97 persons per household, with single female/mother households (72 | 12.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.4 persons per household. non-family households (304 | 54.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Baraga
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple166 (29.5%)2.66
Single Male/Father21 (3.7%)3.38
Single Female/Mother72 (12.8%)3.40
Non-family304 (54.0%)1.16
Total Households563 (100.0%)1.97

Household Size by Marriage Status in Baraga

Out of a total of 563 households in Baraga, 259 (46.0%) are family households, while 304 (54.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 148, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 290.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Baraga
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-290 (51.5%)
2-Person Households148 (26.3%)3 (0.5%)
3-Person Households32 (5.7%)4 (0.7%)
4-Person Households44 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households26 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households4 (0.7%)7 (1.2%)
7+ Person Households5 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total259 (46.0%)304 (54.0%)

Female Fertility in Baraga

Fertility by Age in Baraga

Average fertility rate in Baraga is 78.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 167.0 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 Baraga
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years17 (100.0%)167.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total17 (100.0%)78.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Baraga

41.2% of women with births (17) in Baraga are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 58.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 58.8% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Baraga
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years7 (41.2%)10 (58.8%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (41.2%)10 (58.8%)

Fertility by Education in Baraga

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Baraga
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma9 (52.9%)134.0
College or Associate's Degree8 (47.1%)74.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total17 (100.0%)78.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Baraga

58.8% of women with births in Baraga are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 55.6% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 75.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Baraga
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma5 (55.6%)4 (44.4%)
College or Associate's Degree2 (25.0%)6 (75.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (41.2%)10 (58.8%)

Income in Baraga

Income Overview in Baraga

Per Capita Income in Baraga is $13,066, while median incomes of families and households are $55,313 and $32,569 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,020$13,066
Median Family Income259$55,313
Mean Family Income259$61,545
Median Household Income563$32,569
Mean Household Income563$44,948
Income Deficit259$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,0206.05%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,02093.95¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,0200.46

Earnings by Sex in Baraga

Average Earnings in Baraga are $27,273, $27,941 for men and $26,250 for women, a difference of 6.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Baraga
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male228 (45.6%)$27,941
Female272 (54.4%)$26,250
Total500 (100.0%)$27,273

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Baraga

The most common earnings brackets in Baraga are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (29 | 12.7%) and $12,500 to $14,999 for women (29 | 10.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Baraga
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less22 (9.7%)14 (5.1%)
$2,500 to $4,9991 (0.4%)18 (6.6%)
$5,000 to $7,4995 (2.2%)2 (0.7%)
$7,500 to $9,99921 (9.2%)14 (5.1%)
$10,000 to $12,49912 (5.3%)22 (8.1%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)29 (10.7%)
$15,000 to $17,4997 (3.1%)5 (1.8%)
$17,500 to $19,99911 (4.8%)19 (7.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4998 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99912 (5.3%)8 (2.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99929 (12.7%)26 (9.6%)
$30,000 to $34,9996 (2.6%)8 (2.9%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)17 (6.2%)
$40,000 to $44,9993 (1.3%)21 (7.7%)
$45,000 to $49,99911 (4.8%)14 (5.1%)
$50,000 to $54,99913 (5.7%)16 (5.9%)
$55,000 to $64,99929 (12.7%)23 (8.5%)
$65,000 to $74,99913 (5.7%)12 (4.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99913 (5.7%)4 (1.5%)
$100,000+12 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total228 (100.0%)272 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Baraga

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Baraga
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$18,750$18,281
College or Associate's Degree$55,893$36,176
Bachelor's Degree$51,875$0
Graduate Degree--
Total--

Family Income in Baraga

Family Income Brackets in Baraga

According to the Baraga family income data, there are 64 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.7% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Baraga
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00031.2%
$10,000 to $14,999145.4%
$15,000 to $24,9993613.9%
$25,000 to $34,999155.8%
$35,000 to $49,9995521.2%
$50,000 to $74,9996424.7%
$75,000 to $99,9992810.8%
$100,000 to $149,9993613.9%
$150,000 to $199,99983.1%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Baraga

4-person families (30 | 11.6%) account for the highest median family income in Baraga with $56,667 per family, while 2-person families (154 | 59.5%) have the highest median income of $27,500 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Baraga
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families154 (59.5%)$55,000
3-Person Families40 (15.4%)$27,143
4-Person Families30 (11.6%)$56,667
5-Person Families30 (11.6%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families5 (1.9%)$0
Total259 (100.0%)$55,313

Family Income by Number of Earners in Baraga

Family Income by Number of Earners in Baraga
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners79 (30.5%)$43,750
1 Earner105 (40.5%)$44,063
2 Earners67 (25.9%)$79,375
3+ Earners8 (3.1%)$0
Total259 (100.0%)$55,313

Household Income in Baraga

Household Income Brackets in Baraga

With 124 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Baraga, accounting for 22.0% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Baraga
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000458.0%
$10,000 to $14,9997313.0%
$15,000 to $24,99912422.0%
$25,000 to $34,9995710.1%
$35,000 to $49,9999116.2%
$50,000 to $74,9997513.3%
$75,000 to $99,999335.9%
$100,000 to $149,999549.6%
$150,000 to $199,999112.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Baraga

The median household income in Baraga is $32,569, with the highest median household income of $36,597 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 183 households (32.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 17 households (3.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Baraga
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years17 (3.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years149 (26.5%)$36,042
45 to 64 Years183 (32.5%)$36,597
65+ Years214 (38.0%)$22,500
Total563 (100.0%)$32,569

Poverty in Baraga

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Baraga

With 12.8% poverty level for males and 21.9% for females among the residents of Baraga, 16 and 17 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 16 males (80.0%) and 3 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Baraga
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years9 (20.4%)8 (18.2%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years6 (18.2%)2 (4.1%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years16 (80.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)12 (35.3%)
25 to 34 Years4 (4.0%)32 (37.7%)
35 to 44 Years3 (7.0%)12 (29.3%)
45 to 54 Years6 (14.3%)9 (13.2%)
55 to 64 Years7 (11.1%)15 (17.4%)
65 to 74 Years8 (9.6%)17 (19.8%)
75 Years and over5 (20.0%)22 (26.5%)
Total64 (12.8%)132 (21.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Baraga

According to the poverty statistics in Baraga, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 12 to 14 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 Baraga
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years35 (79.5%)36 (81.8%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years27 (81.8%)47 (95.9%)
12 to 14 Years28 (100.0%)16 (100.0%)
15 Years7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years4 (20.0%)8 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years14 (100.0%)22 (64.7%)
25 to 34 Years95 (96.0%)53 (62.4%)
35 to 44 Years40 (93.0%)29 (70.7%)
45 to 54 Years36 (85.7%)59 (86.8%)
55 to 64 Years56 (88.9%)71 (82.6%)
65 to 74 Years75 (90.4%)69 (80.2%)
75 Years and over20 (80.0%)61 (73.5%)
Total437 (87.2%)471 (78.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Baraga

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Baraga show that 7.2% or 12 of the total 166 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 30.8%, comprising of 4 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Baraga
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children105 (92.9%)8 (7.1%)
1 or 2 Children35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children9 (69.2%)4 (30.8%)
5 or more Children5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total154 (92.8%)12 (7.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Baraga

According to the poverty data in Baraga, 9.5% or 2 single-father households and 23.6% or 17 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (15.4%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (60.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Baraga
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children2 (15.4%)11 (22.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)6 (60.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2 (9.5%)17 (23.6%)

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

The poverty data for Baraga shows that 12 of the married-couple family households (7.2%) and 19 of the single-parent households (20.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (30.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 household (60.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Baraga
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children8 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)13 (21.3%)
3 or 4 Children4 (30.8%)6 (60.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (7.2%)19 (20.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Baraga

Employment by Class of Employer in Baraga

Among the 420 employed individuals in Baraga, private company employees (246 | 58.6%), local government employees (56 | 13.3%), and federal government employees (37 | 8.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Baraga
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees24658.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)61.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)122.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations286.7%
Local Government Employees5613.3%
State Government Employees358.3%
Federal Government Employees378.8%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total420100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Baraga

According to the labor force statistics for Baraga, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,781), 25.3% or 451 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.4% or 20 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 55 to 59 years, with 42.1% or 56 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.7% or 9 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Baraga
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years10 (21.3%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years28 (17.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years112 (33.9%)7 (6.3%)
30 to 34 Years54 (27.1%)3 (5.6%)
35 to 44 Years71 (23.3%)9 (12.7%)
45 to 54 Years74 (36.3%)1 (1.4%)
55 to 59 Years56 (42.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years21 (18.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years18 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total451 (25.3%)20 (4.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Baraga

According to labor force statistics for Baraga, 30.2% of individuals (387) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,283) are in the labor force, with 5.2% or 20 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 62.3% or 198 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 80.0% or 12 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Baraga
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School15 (6.0%)200 (80.0%)
High School Diploma148 (22.2%)13 (2.0%)
College / Associate Degree198 (62.3%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher27 (56.3%)9 (18.5%)
Total387 (30.2%)67 (5.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Baraga

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Baraga are Management (32 | 7.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (28 | 6.5%), Community & Social Service (18 | 4.2%), Education Instruction & Library (18 | 4.2%), and Business & Financial (12 | 2.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Baraga

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Baraga, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Baraga
OccupationMaleFemale
Management15 (46.9%)17 (53.1%)
Business & Financial8 (66.7%)4 (33.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating7 (25.0%)21 (75.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Total (Category)39 (39.4%)60 (60.6%)
Total (Overall)177 (41.1%)254 (58.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Baraga are Food Preparation & Serving (68 | 15.8%), Security & Protection (29 | 6.7%), Law Enforcement (22 | 5.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (21 | 4.9%), and Personal Care & Service (21 | 4.9%).
Services Occupations in Baraga

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Baraga, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (86.2%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (61.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (57.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Baraga
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Security & Protection25 (86.2%)4 (13.8%)
Firefighting & Prevention3 (42.9%)4 (57.1%)
Law Enforcement22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving33 (48.5%)35 (51.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance13 (61.9%)8 (38.1%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Total (Category)71 (47.6%)78 (52.3%)
Total (Overall)177 (41.1%)254 (58.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Baraga are Office & Administration (55 | 12.8%), and Sales & Related (37 | 8.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Baraga

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Baraga
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related5 (13.5%)32 (86.5%)
Office & Administration2 (3.6%)53 (96.4%)
Total (Category)7 (7.6%)85 (92.4%)
Total (Overall)177 (41.1%)254 (58.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Baraga are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (16 | 3.7%), Construction & Extraction (14 | 3.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (4 | 0.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Baraga

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Baraga
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair11 (68.8%)5 (31.2%)
Total (Category)29 (85.3%)5 (14.7%)
Total (Overall)177 (41.1%)254 (58.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Baraga are Production (30 | 7.0%), Transportation (16 | 3.7%), and Material Moving (11 | 2.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Baraga

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Baraga
OccupationMaleFemale
Production21 (70.0%)9 (30.0%)
Transportation5 (31.2%)11 (68.8%)
Material Moving5 (45.5%)6 (54.5%)
Total (Category)31 (54.4%)26 (45.6%)
Total (Overall)177 (41.1%)254 (58.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Baraga

Employment Industries in Baraga

The major employment industries in Baraga include Accommodation & Food Services (71 | 16.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (67 | 15.5%), Public Administration (59 | 13.7%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (56 | 13.0%), and Retail Trade (40 | 9.3%).
Employment Industries in Baraga

Employment Industries by Sex in Baraga

The Baraga industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Finance & Insurance (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (86.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (82.1%), and Retail Trade (77.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Baraga
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction18 (78.3%)5 (21.7%)
Manufacturing19 (63.3%)11 (36.7%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade9 (22.5%)31 (77.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing3 (30.0%)7 (70.0%)
Professional & Scientific3 (60.0%)2 (40.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services4 (13.3%)26 (86.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance12 (17.9%)55 (82.1%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation15 (26.8%)41 (73.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services26 (36.6%)45 (63.4%)
Public Administration36 (61.0%)23 (39.0%)
Total177 (41.1%)254 (58.9%)

Education in Baraga

School Enrollment in Baraga

The most common levels of schooling among the 259 students in Baraga are high school (62 | 23.9%), elementary school (61 | 23.5%), and middle school (60 | 23.2%).
School Enrollment in Baraga
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool228.5%
Kindergarten62.3%
Elementary School6123.5%
Middle School6023.2%
High School6223.9%
College / Undergraduate4818.5%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total259100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Baraga

Out of a total of 259 students who are enrolled in schools in Baraga, 4 (1.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 255 (98.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 4 (10.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 17 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Baraga
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds73 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over35 (89.7%)4 (10.3%)
Total255 (98.5%)4 (1.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Baraga

Education (17 | 18.3%), business (15 | 16.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (13 | 14.0%), psychology (11 | 11.8%), and engineering (9 | 9.7%) are the most common fields of study among 93 individuals in Baraga who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Baraga
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics55.4%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1314.0%
Physical & Health Sciences88.6%
Psychology1111.8%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering99.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business1516.1%
Education1718.3%
Literature & Languages55.4%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications33.2%
Arts & Humanities77.5%
Total93100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Baraga

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Baraga

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Baraga are males with 2 vehicles (91, accounting for 52.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (94, making up 37.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Baraga
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle23 (13.1%)20 (8.2%)
1 Vehicle33 (18.9%)90 (37.0%)
2 Vehicles91 (52.0%)94 (38.7%)
3 Vehicles20 (11.4%)33 (13.6%)
4 Vehicles8 (4.6%)6 (2.5%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total175 (100.0%)243 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Baraga

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Baraga are less than 5 minutes (162 commuters, 39.9%), 5 to 9 minutes (78 commuters, 19.2%), and 10 to 14 minutes (73 commuters, 18.0%).
Commute Time in Baraga
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes16239.9%
5 to 9 Minutes7819.2%
10 to 14 Minutes7318.0%
15 to 19 Minutes4110.1%
20 to 24 Minutes174.2%
25 to 29 Minutes30.7%
30 to 34 Minutes153.7%
35 to 39 Minutes41.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes61.5%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes71.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Baraga

The most common commute times in Baraga are less than 5 minutes (55 commuters, 33.7%) for males and less than 5 minutes (107 commuters, 44.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Baraga
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes55 (33.7%)107 (44.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes36 (22.1%)42 (17.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes30 (18.4%)43 (17.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes15 (9.2%)26 (10.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes11 (6.8%)6 (2.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)3 (1.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes11 (6.8%)4 (1.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes4 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes1 (0.6%)5 (2.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)7 (2.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Baraga

The most frequent times of departure to work in Baraga are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (34, 20.9%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (46, 18.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Baraga
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)7 (2.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM9 (5.5%)4 (1.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM13 (8.0%)25 (10.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM2 (1.2%)11 (4.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM25 (15.3%)37 (15.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM20 (12.3%)16 (6.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM34 (20.9%)46 (18.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM11 (6.8%)27 (11.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM3 (1.8%)2 (0.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM4 (2.5%)17 (7.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM5 (3.1%)9 (3.7%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM13 (8.0%)7 (2.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM24 (14.7%)35 (14.4%)
Total163 (100.0%)243 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Baraga

Occupancy by Ownership in Baraga

Of the total 563 dwellings in Baraga, owner-occupied units account for 294 (52.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 269 (47.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Baraga
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units29452.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units26947.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units563100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Baraga

Occupancy by Household Size in Baraga
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household29051.5%
2-Person Household15126.8%
3-Person Household366.4%
4+ Person Household8615.3%
Total Housing Units563100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Baraga

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Baraga
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household98 (33.8%)192 (66.2%)
2-Person Household119 (78.8%)32 (21.2%)
3-Person Household25 (69.4%)11 (30.6%)
4+ Person Household52 (60.5%)34 (39.5%)
Total Housing Units294 (52.2%)269 (47.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Baraga

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Baraga
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School5 (20.8%)19 (79.2%)
High School Diploma105 (45.5%)126 (54.5%)
College/Associate Degree145 (56.0%)114 (44.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher39 (79.6%)10 (20.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Baraga

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Baraga
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years11620.6%
35 to 44 Years508.9%
45 to 54 Years8114.4%
55 to 64 Years10218.1%
65 to 74 Years13023.1%
75 to 84 Years5610.0%
85 Years and Over285.0%
Total563100.0%

Housing Finances in Baraga

Median Income by Occupancy in Baraga

Median Income by Occupancy in Baraga
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied294 (52.2%)$52,917
Renter-Occupied269 (47.8%)$17,147
Average563 (100.0%)$32,569

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Baraga

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Baraga
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00014 (4.8%)18 (6.7%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)13 (4.8%)
$10,000 to $14,9993 (1.0%)70 (26.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99921 (7.1%)47 (17.5%)
$20,000 to $24,99922 (7.5%)34 (12.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99930 (10.2%)27 (10.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99956 (19.1%)35 (13.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99968 (23.1%)7 (2.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99923 (7.8%)10 (3.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99946 (15.7%)8 (3.0%)
$150,000 or more11 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total294 (100.0%)269 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Baraga

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Baraga
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30035 (11.9%)92 (34.2%)
$300 to $49991 (30.9%)46 (17.1%)
$500 to $79965 (22.1%)95 (35.3%)
$800 to $99941 (14.0%)10 (3.7%)
$1,000 to $1,49945 (15.3%)11 (4.1%)
$1,500 to $1,99915 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4992 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total294 (100.0%)269 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Baraga

Housing Structures in Baraga

Housing Structures in Baraga
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached35763.4%
Single Unit, Attached10.2%
2 Unit Apartments376.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments407.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments91.6%
10 or more Apartments9316.5%
Mobile Home / Other264.6%
Total563100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Baraga

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Baraga
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached268 (75.1%)89 (24.9%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)37 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)40 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)93 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total294 (52.2%)269 (47.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Baraga

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Baraga
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)23 (8.6%)
2 or 3 Rooms7 (2.4%)105 (39.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms98 (33.3%)95 (35.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms117 (39.8%)42 (15.6%)
8 or more Rooms72 (24.5%)4 (1.5%)
Total294 (100.0%)269 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Baraga

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Baraga
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas265 (90.1%)176 (65.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas22 (7.5%)5 (1.9%)
Electricity3 (1.0%)82 (30.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels4 (1.4%)6 (2.2%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total294 (100.0%)269 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Baraga

Household Vehicle Usage in Baraga
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle16 (5.4%)126 (46.8%)
1 Vehicle111 (37.8%)115 (42.7%)
2 Vehicles135 (45.9%)23 (8.6%)
3 or more Vehicles32 (10.9%)5 (1.9%)
Total294 (100.0%)269 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Baraga

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Baraga

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units150144
Median Property Value$80,700$100,000
Median Household Income$37,273$3
Monthly Housing Costs$428$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,407$64

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Baraga

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Baraga
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00043 (28.7%)7 (4.9%)
$50,000 to $99,99955 (36.7%)65 (45.1%)
$100,000 to $299,99952 (34.7%)72 (50.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$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%)
Total150 (100.0%)144 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Baraga

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Baraga
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00011 (7.3%)3 (2.1%)
$10,000 to $24,99928 (18.7%)3 (2.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99916 (10.7%)18 (12.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99938 (25.3%)14 (9.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99921 (14.0%)18 (12.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99912 (8.0%)47 (32.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99916 (10.7%)11 (7.6%)
$150,000 or more8 (5.3%)30 (20.8%)
Total150 (100.0%)144 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Baraga

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Baraga
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x61 (40.7%)63,250 (43,923.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x38 (25.3%)87 (60.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x24 (16.0%)39 (27.1%)
4.0x or more20 (13.3%)6 (4.2%)
Total150 (100.0%)144 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Baraga

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Baraga
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80026 (17.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49944 (29.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49954 (36.0%)33 (22.9%)
Total150 (100.0%)144 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Baraga

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Baraga

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Baraga
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years92 (92.9%)7 (7.1%)
6 to 18 Years179 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years48 (77.4%)14 (22.6%)
26 to 34 Years141 (88.7%)18 (11.3%)
35 to 44 Years71 (84.5%)13 (15.5%)
45 to 54 Years105 (95.5%)5 (4.5%)
55 to 64 Years137 (91.9%)12 (8.1%)
65 to 74 Years169 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older108 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,050 (93.8%)69 (6.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Baraga

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Baraga
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born92 (92.9%)7 (7.1%)
Foreign Born, Citizen179 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen48 (77.4%)14 (22.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Baraga

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Baraga
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000263 (94.3%)16 (5.7%)
$25,000 to $49,999254 (88.5%)33 (11.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999202 (96.7%)7 (3.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999103 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over219 (94.4%)13 (5.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Baraga

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Baraga
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 653 (53.5%)59 (59.6%)
6 to 18 Years116 (64.8%)114 (63.7%)
19 to 25 Years13 (21.0%)40 (64.5%)
25 to 34 Years75 (47.2%)73 (45.9%)
35 to 44 Years27 (32.1%)50 (59.5%)
45 to 54 Years40 (36.4%)75 (68.2%)
55 to 64 Years66 (44.3%)75 (50.3%)
65 to 74 Years169 (100.0%)104 (61.5%)
75 Years and over108 (100.0%)32 (29.6%)
Total667 (59.6%)622 (55.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Baraga

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Baraga
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years10 (9.7%)15 (19.7%)
18 to 34 Years26 (23.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years54 (36.5%)37 (19.0%)
65 to 74 Years32 (38.6%)27 (31.4%)
75 Years and over8 (32.0%)45 (54.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Baraga

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Baraga: <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 Years12 (8.1%)5 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years15 (18.1%)3 (3.5%)
75 Years and over4 (16.0%)3 (3.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Baraga: <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 Years1 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)3 (3.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)4 (4.8%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Baraga: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years10 (9.7%)15 (19.7%)
18 to 34 Years26 (23.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years18 (12.2%)13 (6.7%)
65 to 74 Years7 (8.4%)15 (17.4%)
75 Years and over6 (24.0%)9 (10.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Baraga: <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 Years24 (16.2%)20 (10.3%)
65 to 74 Years16 (19.3%)14 (16.3%)
75 Years and over2 (8.0%)41 (49.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Baraga: <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 Years4 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years1 (1.2%)3 (3.5%)
75 Years and over4 (16.0%)6 (7.2%)

Technology Access in Baraga

Computing Device Access in Baraga

Computing Device Access in Baraga
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop38167.7%
Smartphone36765.2%
Tablet29752.7%
No Computing Device7212.8%
Total563100.0%

Internet Access in Baraga

Internet Access in Baraga
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home36164.1%
Cellular Data Only386.8%
Satellite Internet366.4%
No Internet15727.9%
Total563100.0%

Baraga Summary

Baraga, Michigan is a small town located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. It is the county seat of Baraga County and is situated on the shores of Lake Superior. The town has a population of 1,074 people, according to the 2010 census.

History

Baraga was founded in 1875 by Father Frederic Baraga, a Slovenian missionary priest. He was sent to the area by the Bishop of Detroit to minister to the local Native American population. Father Baraga established a mission and school in the area, which eventually grew into the town of Baraga.
The town was named after Father Baraga and was incorporated in 1883. It was the first incorporated town in Baraga County.

Geography

Baraga is located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, on the shores of Lake Superior. It is situated in the northern part of the state, about 30 miles east of Marquette. The town is surrounded by forests and lakes, and is home to several state parks and recreation areas.
The climate in Baraga is typical of the Upper Peninsula, with cold winters and warm summers. The average temperature in January is around 10 degrees Fahrenheit, while the average temperature in July is around 70 degrees Fahrenheit.

Economy

The economy of Baraga is largely based on tourism and natural resources. The town is home to several state parks and recreation areas, which attract visitors from all over the country. The town is also home to several logging and mining operations, which provide jobs for many of the town's residents.
The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and other services. The town is also home to a small hospital and several medical clinics.

Demographics

According to the 2010 census, the population of Baraga was 1,074. The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.7% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% from other races, and 1.8% from two or more races.
The median household income in Baraga was $35,938, and the median family income was $41,250. The per capita income was $17,945. About 16.2% of the population was below the poverty line.
Baraga is a small town with a rich history and a strong sense of community. The town is home to several state parks and recreation areas, and is a popular destination for tourists. The town is also home to several small businesses, which provide jobs for many of the town's residents.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Baraga?
Total Population of Baraga is 2,020.
What is the Total Male Population of Baraga?
Total Male Population of Baraga is 1,417.
What is the Total Female Population of Baraga?
Total Female Population of Baraga is 603.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Baraga?
There are 234.99 Males per 100 Females in Baraga.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Baraga?
There are 42.55 Females per 100 Males in Baraga.
What is the Median Population Age in Baraga?
Median Population Age in Baraga is 35.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Baraga
Average Family Size in Baraga is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Baraga
Average Household Size in Baraga is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Baraga?
Per Capita income in Baraga is $13,066.
What is the Median Family Income in Baraga?
Median Family Income in Baraga is $55,313.
What is the Median Household income in Baraga?
Median Household Income in Baraga is $32,569.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Baraga?
Income or Wage Gap in Baraga is 6.1%.
Women in Baraga earn 93.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Baraga?
Inequality or Gini Index in Baraga is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Baraga?
There are 451 People in the Labor Forcein in Baraga.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Baraga?
25.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Baraga.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Baraga?
Unemployment Rate in Baraga is 4.4%.