Bessemer, MI

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Bessemer Overview

1,708
TOTAL POPULATION
761
MALE POPULATION
947
FEMALE POPULATION
80.36
MALES / 100 FEMALES
124.44
FEMALES / 100 MALES
50.4
MEDIAN AGE
2.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,191
PER CAPITA INCOME
$71,250
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$49,323
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
29.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
70.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
882
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Bessemer Zip Codes

Bessemer Area Codes

Race in Bessemer

The most populous races in Bessemer are White / Caucasian (1,600 | 93.7%), Two or more Races (78 | 4.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (35 | 2.1%).
Race in Bessemer
Race# Population% Population
Asian221.3%
Black / African American40.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino352.1%
Native / Alaskan40.2%
White / Caucasian1,60093.7%
Two or more Races784.6%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,708100.0%

Ancestry in Bessemer

The most populous ancestries reported in Bessemer are Finnish (492 | 28.8%), English (283 | 16.6%), German (209 | 12.2%), American (176 | 10.3%), and Italian (142 | 8.3%), together accounting for 76.2% of all Bessemer residents.
Ancestry in Bessemer
Ancestry# Population% Population
American17610.3%
Austrian140.8%
Bhutanese10.1%
Central American10.1%
Cherokee211.2%
Croatian684.0%
Czechoslovakian643.7%
Dutch251.5%
English28316.6%
European130.8%
Finnish49228.8%
French623.6%
French Canadian764.4%
German20912.2%
Greek50.3%
Guatemalan10.1%
Hungarian231.3%
Irish764.4%
Iroquois130.8%
Italian1428.3%
Lithuanian80.5%
Mexican301.8%
Northern European301.8%
Norwegian301.8%
Pennsylvania German231.3%
Polish1287.5%
Scandinavian60.4%
Scotch-Irish30.2%
Scottish291.7%
Slovak150.9%
Sri Lankan70.4%
Swedish1297.5%
Thai140.8%
Welsh40.2%
Yugoslavian50.3%
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Immigrants in Bessemer

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Bessemer came from Asia (22 | 1.3%), Pakistan (14 | 0.8%), South Central Asia (14 | 0.8%), South Eastern Asia (7 | 0.4%), and Vietnam (7 | 0.4%), together accounting for 3.7% of all Bessemer residents.
Immigrants in Bessemer
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia221.3%
Central America10.1%
Eastern Asia10.1%
Guatemala10.1%
Japan10.1%
Latin America10.1%
Pakistan140.8%
South Central Asia140.8%
South Eastern Asia70.4%
Vietnam70.4%
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Sex and Age in Bessemer

Sex and Age in Bessemer

The most populous age groups in Bessemer are 55 to 59 Years (79 | 10.4%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (145 | 15.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Bessemer
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years31 (4.1%)38 (4.0%)
5 to 9 Years52 (6.8%)48 (5.1%)
10 to 14 Years57 (7.5%)19 (2.0%)
15 to 19 Years41 (5.4%)37 (3.9%)
20 to 24 Years51 (6.7%)94 (9.9%)
25 to 29 Years18 (2.4%)48 (5.1%)
30 to 34 Years18 (2.4%)18 (1.9%)
35 to 39 Years34 (4.5%)41 (4.3%)
40 to 44 Years49 (6.4%)39 (4.1%)
45 to 49 Years36 (4.7%)28 (3.0%)
50 to 54 Years44 (5.8%)145 (15.3%)
55 to 59 Years79 (10.4%)110 (11.6%)
60 to 64 Years65 (8.5%)72 (7.6%)
65 to 69 Years77 (10.1%)106 (11.2%)
70 to 74 Years65 (8.5%)25 (2.6%)
75 to 79 Years22 (2.9%)25 (2.6%)
80 to 84 Years7 (0.9%)28 (3.0%)
85 Years and over15 (2.0%)26 (2.8%)
Total761 (100.0%)947 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Bessemer

Median Family Size in Bessemer

The median family size in Bessemer is 2.44 persons per family, with married-couple families (408 | 75.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.51 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (86 | 15.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.08 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Bessemer
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple408 (75.1%)2.51
Single Male/Father49 (9.0%)2.45
Single Female/Mother86 (15.8%)2.08
Total Families543 (100.0%)2.44

Median Household Size in Bessemer

The median household size in Bessemer is 2.02 persons per household, with single male/father households (49 | 5.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.14 persons per household. non-family households (288 | 34.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.02 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Bessemer
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple408 (49.1%)2.55
Single Male/Father49 (5.9%)3.14
Single Female/Mother86 (10.3%)2.22
Non-family288 (34.7%)1.02
Total Households831 (100.0%)2.02

Household Size by Marriage Status in Bessemer

Out of a total of 831 households in Bessemer, 543 (65.3%) are family households, while 288 (34.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 265, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 278.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Bessemer
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-278 (33.5%)
2-Person Households265 (31.9%)10 (1.2%)
3-Person Households207 (24.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households43 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households15 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households5 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households8 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total543 (65.3%)288 (34.7%)

Female Fertility in Bessemer

Fertility by Age in Bessemer

Average fertility rate in Bessemer is 45.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 119.0 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 Bessemer
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years19 (100.0%)119.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total19 (100.0%)45.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Bessemer

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Bessemer
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Bessemer

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Bessemer
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School11 (57.9%)367.0
High School Diploma8 (42.1%)94.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total19 (100.0%)45.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Bessemer

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Bessemer
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)

Income in Bessemer

Income Overview in Bessemer

Per Capita Income in Bessemer is $27,191, while median incomes of families and households are $71,250 and $49,323 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,708$27,191
Median Family Income543$71,250
Mean Family Income543$76,647
Median Household Income831$49,323
Mean Household Income831$62,436
Income Deficit543$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,70829.33%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,70870.67¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,7080.41

Earnings by Sex in Bessemer

Average Earnings in Bessemer are $27,927, $33,281 for men and $23,519 for women, a difference of 29.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Bessemer
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male392 (41.5%)$33,281
Female552 (58.5%)$23,519
Total944 (100.0%)$27,927

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Bessemer

The most common earnings brackets in Bessemer are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (74 | 18.9%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (126 | 22.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Bessemer
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less28 (7.1%)28 (5.1%)
$2,500 to $4,99917 (4.3%)8 (1.5%)
$5,000 to $7,49939 (10.0%)28 (5.1%)
$7,500 to $9,99912 (3.1%)29 (5.2%)
$10,000 to $12,49921 (5.4%)6 (1.1%)
$12,500 to $14,9996 (1.5%)47 (8.5%)
$15,000 to $17,4999 (2.3%)12 (2.2%)
$17,500 to $19,99919 (4.9%)83 (15.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4991 (0.3%)24 (4.3%)
$22,500 to $24,9996 (1.5%)27 (4.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99933 (8.4%)23 (4.2%)
$30,000 to $34,99916 (4.1%)10 (1.8%)
$35,000 to $39,99915 (3.8%)34 (6.2%)
$40,000 to $44,99919 (4.9%)126 (22.8%)
$45,000 to $49,99915 (3.8%)9 (1.6%)
$50,000 to $54,99913 (3.3%)6 (1.1%)
$55,000 to $64,99915 (3.8%)31 (5.6%)
$65,000 to $74,99974 (18.9%)9 (1.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99924 (6.1%)12 (2.2%)
$100,000+10 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total392 (100.0%)552 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Bessemer

Average earnings in Bessemer are $41,364 for men and $37,625 for women, a difference of 9.0%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $71,069, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $32,969. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $61,250, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $14,069.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Bessemer
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$32,969$43,093
Bachelor's Degree$71,069$61,250
Graduate Degree--
Total$41,364$37,625

Family Income in Bessemer

Family Income Brackets in Bessemer

According to the Bessemer family income data, there are 158 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 29.1% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 4 families (0.7%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Bessemer
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000224.1%
$10,000 to $14,99961.1%
$15,000 to $24,9998415.5%
$25,000 to $34,999509.2%
$35,000 to $49,999509.2%
$50,000 to $74,9997012.9%
$75,000 to $99,9998014.7%
$100,000 to $149,99915829.1%
$150,000 to $199,999193.5%
$200,000+40.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Bessemer

3-person families (190 | 35.0%) account for the highest median family income in Bessemer with $133,026 per family, while 3-person families (190 | 35.0%) have the highest median income of $44,342 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Bessemer
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families300 (55.2%)$47,000
3-Person Families190 (35.0%)$133,026
4-Person Families30 (5.5%)$115,750
5-Person Families15 (2.8%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families8 (1.5%)$0
Total543 (100.0%)$71,250

Family Income by Number of Earners in Bessemer

Family Income by Number of Earners in Bessemer
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners113 (20.8%)$34,750
1 Earner136 (25.1%)$65,500
2 Earners137 (25.2%)$0
3+ Earners157 (28.9%)$133,388
Total543 (100.0%)$71,250

Household Income in Bessemer

Household Income Brackets in Bessemer

With 162 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Bessemer, accounting for 19.5% of all households. In contrast, only 4 households (0.5%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Bessemer
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000455.4%
$10,000 to $14,999536.4%
$15,000 to $24,99914317.2%
$25,000 to $34,9999311.2%
$35,000 to $49,9998810.6%
$50,000 to $74,99911914.3%
$75,000 to $99,99910512.6%
$100,000 to $149,99916219.5%
$150,000 to $199,999192.3%
$200,000+40.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Bessemer

The median household income in Bessemer is $49,323, with the highest median household income of $68,375 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 411 households (49.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $27,589, with 43 households (5.2%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Bessemer
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years43 (5.2%)$27,589
25 to 44 Years114 (13.7%)$67,500
45 to 64 Years411 (49.5%)$68,375
65+ Years263 (31.7%)$40,250
Total831 (100.0%)$49,323

Poverty in Bessemer

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Bessemer

With 18.7% poverty level for males and 18.1% for females among the residents of Bessemer, under 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 18 males (58.1%) and 10 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Bessemer
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years18 (58.1%)15 (39.5%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years8 (11.6%)22 (55.0%)
12 to 14 Years7 (17.5%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)11 (57.9%)
18 to 24 Years27 (52.9%)19 (17.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)12 (18.2%)
35 to 44 Years28 (36.8%)11 (13.8%)
45 to 54 Years6 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years13 (9.0%)27 (14.8%)
65 to 74 Years31 (21.8%)19 (14.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)24 (30.4%)
Total138 (18.7%)170 (18.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Bessemer

According to the poverty statistics in Bessemer, males aged 16 and 17 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 Bessemer
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years13 (41.9%)23 (60.5%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years61 (88.4%)18 (45.0%)
12 to 14 Years33 (82.5%)8 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years41 (100.0%)8 (42.1%)
18 to 24 Years24 (47.1%)93 (83.0%)
25 to 34 Years21 (100.0%)54 (81.8%)
35 to 44 Years48 (63.2%)69 (86.3%)
45 to 54 Years74 (92.5%)173 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years131 (91.0%)155 (85.2%)
65 to 74 Years111 (78.2%)112 (85.5%)
75 Years and over44 (100.0%)55 (69.6%)
Total601 (81.3%)768 (81.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Bessemer

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Bessemer show that 10.8% or 44 of the total 408 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 15 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 Bessemer
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children314 (91.5%)29 (8.5%)
1 or 2 Children42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
5 or more Children8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total364 (89.2%)44 (10.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Bessemer

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Bessemer
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children19 (38.8%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total19 (38.8%)0 (0.0%)

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

The poverty data for Bessemer shows that 44 of the married-couple family households (10.8%) and 19 of the single-parent households (14.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 household (26.8%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Bessemer
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children29 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)19 (26.8%)
3 or 4 Children15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total44 (10.8%)19 (14.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Bessemer

Employment by Class of Employer in Bessemer

Among the 839 employed individuals in Bessemer, private company employees (582 | 69.4%), not-for-profit organizations (75 | 8.9%), and federal government employees (74 | 8.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Bessemer
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees58269.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)161.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations758.9%
Local Government Employees536.3%
State Government Employees394.6%
Federal Government Employees748.8%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total839100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Bessemer

According to the labor force statistics for Bessemer, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,463), 60.3% or 882 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.4% or 39 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 98.4% or 249 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.4% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Bessemer
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years46 (59.0%)8 (17.4%)
20 to 24 Years137 (94.5%)11 (8.0%)
25 to 29 Years50 (75.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years22 (61.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years143 (87.7%)13 (9.1%)
45 to 54 Years249 (98.4%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years144 (76.2%)7 (4.9%)
60 to 64 Years33 (24.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years58 (21.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total882 (60.3%)39 (4.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Bessemer

According to labor force statistics for Bessemer, 75.9% of individuals (641) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (844) are in the labor force, with 3.1% 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 78.8% or 287 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.9% or 20 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Bessemer
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma203 (74.4%)27 (9.9%)
College / Associate Degree287 (78.8%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher151 (75.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total641 (75.9%)26 (3.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Bessemer

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Bessemer are Business & Financial (132 | 15.7%), Community & Social Service (69 | 8.2%), Education, Arts & Media (29 | 3.4%), Education Instruction & Library (27 | 3.2%), and Management (26 | 3.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Bessemer

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Bessemer, the most male-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (75.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (60.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Business & Financial (95.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Bessemer
OccupationMaleFemale
Management10 (38.5%)16 (61.5%)
Business & Financial6 (4.5%)126 (95.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science12 (60.0%)8 (40.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering12 (75.0%)4 (25.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 28 (40.6%)41 (59.4%)
Education, Arts & Media9 (31.0%)20 (69.0%)
Legal Services & Support4 (44.4%)5 (55.6%)
Education Instruction & Library11 (40.7%)16 (59.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating4 (36.4%)7 (63.6%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Total (Category)60 (23.3%)198 (76.7%)
Total (Overall)343 (40.7%)500 (59.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Bessemer are Healthcare Support (115 | 13.6%), Food Preparation & Serving (71 | 8.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (36 | 4.3%), Personal Care & Service (10 | 1.2%), and Security & Protection (6 | 0.7%).
Services Occupations in Bessemer

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Bessemer, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (47.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (77.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Bessemer
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)115 (100.0%)
Security & Protection6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving16 (22.5%)55 (77.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance17 (47.2%)19 (52.8%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Total (Category)39 (16.4%)199 (83.6%)
Total (Overall)343 (40.7%)500 (59.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Bessemer are Office & Administration (115 | 13.6%), and Sales & Related (86 | 10.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Bessemer

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Bessemer
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related23 (26.7%)63 (73.3%)
Office & Administration79 (68.7%)36 (31.3%)
Total (Category)102 (50.7%)99 (49.2%)
Total (Overall)343 (40.7%)500 (59.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Bessemer are Construction & Extraction (40 | 4.7%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (6 | 0.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Bessemer

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Bessemer
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)343 (40.7%)500 (59.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Bessemer are Production (48 | 5.7%), Transportation (38 | 4.5%), and Material Moving (14 | 1.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Bessemer

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Bessemer
OccupationMaleFemale
Production44 (91.7%)4 (8.3%)
Transportation38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)96 (96.0%)4 (4.0%)
Total (Overall)343 (40.7%)500 (59.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Bessemer

Employment Industries in Bessemer

The major employment industries in Bessemer include Health Care & Social Assistance (177 | 21.0%), Finance & Insurance (131 | 15.5%), Retail Trade (99 | 11.7%), Transportation & Warehousing (90 | 10.7%), and Accommodation & Food Services (81 | 9.6%).
Employment Industries in Bessemer

Employment Industries by Sex in Bessemer

The Bessemer industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Construction (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (86.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Bessemer
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing51 (80.9%)12 (19.1%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade36 (36.4%)63 (63.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing90 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)131 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support6 (66.7%)3 (33.3%)
Educational Services11 (47.8%)12 (52.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance24 (13.6%)153 (86.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation4 (40.0%)6 (60.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services21 (25.9%)60 (74.1%)
Public Administration19 (45.2%)23 (54.8%)
Total343 (40.7%)500 (59.3%)

Education in Bessemer

School Enrollment in Bessemer

The most common levels of schooling among the 375 students in Bessemer are college / undergraduate (112 | 29.9%), elementary school (85 | 22.7%), and high school (84 | 22.4%).
School Enrollment in Bessemer
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool195.1%
Kindergarten143.7%
Elementary School8522.7%
Middle School5514.7%
High School8422.4%
College / Undergraduate11229.9%
Graduate / Professional61.6%
Total375100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Bessemer

Out of a total of 375 students who are enrolled in schools in Bessemer, 91 (24.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 284 (75.7%) 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 6 (100.0% 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 19 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Bessemer
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old79 (89.8%)9 (10.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds28 (36.8%)48 (63.2%)
15 to 17 Year Olds40 (66.7%)20 (33.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds93 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
35 Years and over7 (46.7%)8 (53.3%)
Total284 (75.7%)91 (24.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Bessemer

Education (96 | 31.7%), business (88 | 29.0%), arts & humanities (29 | 9.6%), bio, nature & agricultural (22 | 7.3%), and social sciences (20 | 6.6%) are the most common fields of study among 303 individuals in Bessemer who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Bessemer
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural227.3%
Physical & Health Sciences51.7%
Psychology41.3%
Social Sciences206.6%
Engineering124.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology175.6%
Business8829.0%
Education9631.7%
Literature & Languages41.3%
Liberal Arts & History62.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities299.6%
Total303100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Bessemer

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Bessemer

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Bessemer are males with 3 vehicles (126, accounting for 36.8%) and females with 3 vehicles (253, making up 25.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Bessemer
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle83 (24.3%)82 (16.6%)
2 Vehicles116 (33.9%)150 (30.4%)
3 Vehicles126 (36.8%)253 (51.3%)
4 Vehicles17 (5.0%)8 (1.6%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total342 (100.0%)493 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Bessemer

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Bessemer are less than 5 minutes (202 commuters, 28.4%), 10 to 14 minutes (161 commuters, 22.6%), and 15 to 19 minutes (139 commuters, 19.6%).
Commute Time in Bessemer
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes20228.4%
5 to 9 Minutes10314.5%
10 to 14 Minutes16122.6%
15 to 19 Minutes13919.6%
20 to 24 Minutes496.9%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes212.9%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes81.1%
60 to 89 Minutes50.7%
90 or more Minutes233.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Bessemer

The most common commute times in Bessemer are 10 to 14 minutes (99 commuters, 30.7%) for males and less than 5 minutes (160 commuters, 41.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Bessemer
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes42 (13.0%)160 (41.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes76 (23.6%)27 (6.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes99 (30.7%)62 (15.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes36 (11.2%)103 (26.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes27 (8.4%)22 (5.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes9 (2.8%)12 (3.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes8 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes5 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes20 (6.2%)3 (0.8%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Bessemer

The most frequent times of departure to work in Bessemer are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (62, 19.3%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (143, 36.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Bessemer
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM25 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM28 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM8 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM23 (7.1%)19 (4.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM62 (19.3%)17 (4.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM39 (12.1%)13 (3.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM20 (6.2%)143 (36.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM46 (14.3%)22 (5.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM18 (5.6%)5 (1.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM14 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)15 (3.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM16 (5.0%)63 (16.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM23 (7.1%)92 (23.6%)
Total322 (100.0%)389 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Bessemer

Occupancy by Ownership in Bessemer

Of the total 831 dwellings in Bessemer, owner-occupied units account for 645 (77.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 186 (22.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Bessemer
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units64577.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units18622.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units831100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Bessemer

Occupancy by Household Size in Bessemer
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household27833.5%
2-Person Household27533.1%
3-Person Household20724.9%
4+ Person Household718.5%
Total Housing Units831100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Bessemer

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Bessemer
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household154 (55.4%)124 (44.6%)
2-Person Household251 (91.3%)24 (8.7%)
3-Person Household198 (95.7%)9 (4.3%)
4+ Person Household42 (59.2%)29 (40.8%)
Total Housing Units645 (77.6%)186 (22.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Bessemer

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Bessemer
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School5 (26.3%)14 (73.7%)
High School Diploma153 (65.1%)82 (34.9%)
College/Associate Degree355 (84.5%)65 (15.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher132 (84.1%)25 (15.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Bessemer

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Bessemer
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years647.7%
35 to 44 Years9311.2%
45 to 54 Years20324.4%
55 to 64 Years20825.0%
65 to 74 Years16720.1%
75 to 84 Years637.6%
85 Years and Over334.0%
Total831100.0%

Housing Finances in Bessemer

Median Income by Occupancy in Bessemer

Median Income by Occupancy in Bessemer
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied645 (77.6%)$67,663
Renter-Occupied186 (22.4%)$30,000
Average831 (100.0%)$49,323

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Bessemer

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Bessemer
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00022 (3.4%)5 (2.7%)
$5,000 to $9,9996 (0.9%)12 (6.5%)
$10,000 to $14,99931 (4.8%)22 (11.8%)
$15,000 to $19,99916 (2.5%)41 (22.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99982 (12.7%)4 (2.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99951 (7.9%)42 (22.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99948 (7.4%)40 (21.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999113 (17.5%)6 (3.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999101 (15.7%)4 (2.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999152 (23.6%)10 (5.4%)
$150,000 or more23 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total645 (100.0%)186 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Bessemer

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Bessemer
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30080 (12.4%)26 (14.0%)
$300 to $499134 (20.8%)79 (42.5%)
$500 to $799138 (21.4%)55 (29.6%)
$800 to $99970 (10.8%)17 (9.1%)
$1,000 to $1,499200 (31.0%)5 (2.7%)
$1,500 to $1,99911 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4994 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more8 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total645 (100.0%)186 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Bessemer

Housing Structures in Bessemer

Housing Structures in Bessemer
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached68682.6%
Single Unit, Attached70.8%
2 Unit Apartments151.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments647.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments81.0%
10 or more Apartments364.3%
Mobile Home / Other151.8%
Total831100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Bessemer

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Bessemer
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached617 (89.9%)69 (10.1%)
Single Unit, Attached7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments6 (9.4%)58 (90.6%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total645 (77.6%)186 (22.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Bessemer

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Bessemer
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)4 (2.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms10 (1.5%)56 (30.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms163 (25.3%)104 (55.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms272 (42.2%)22 (11.8%)
8 or more Rooms200 (31.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total645 (100.0%)186 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Bessemer

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Bessemer
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas566 (87.7%)89 (47.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas41 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity30 (4.6%)70 (37.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)23 (12.4%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels8 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)4 (2.1%)
Total645 (100.0%)186 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Bessemer

Household Vehicle Usage in Bessemer
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle14 (2.2%)43 (23.1%)
1 Vehicle194 (30.1%)133 (71.5%)
2 Vehicles221 (34.3%)10 (5.4%)
3 or more Vehicles216 (33.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total645 (100.0%)186 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Bessemer

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Bessemer

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units303342
Median Property Value$49,500$141,900
Median Household Income$59,750$12
Monthly Housing Costs$370$8
Real Estate Taxes$1,209$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Bessemer

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Bessemer
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000153 (50.5%)85 (24.8%)
$50,000 to $99,99962 (20.5%)41 (12.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99988 (29.0%)198 (57.9%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)10 (2.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)8 (2.3%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total303 (100.0%)342 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Bessemer

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Bessemer
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)6 (1.8%)
$10,000 to $24,99963 (20.8%)28 (8.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99939 (12.9%)66 (19.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99941 (13.5%)12 (3.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99973 (24.1%)7 (2.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99956 (18.5%)40 (11.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99920 (6.6%)45 (13.2%)
$150,000 or more11 (3.6%)132 (38.6%)
Total303 (100.0%)342 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Bessemer

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Bessemer
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x204 (67.3%)87,500 (25,584.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x48 (15.8%)214 (62.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x7 (2.3%)59 (17.2%)
4.0x or more44 (14.5%)34 (9.9%)
Total303 (100.0%)342 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Bessemer

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Bessemer
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80078 (25.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499103 (34.0%)29 (8.5%)
$800 to $1,49989 (29.4%)72 (21.0%)
Total303 (100.0%)342 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Bessemer

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bessemer

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bessemer
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years83 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years240 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years151 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years81 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years144 (92.3%)12 (7.7%)
45 to 54 Years247 (97.6%)6 (2.4%)
55 to 64 Years313 (96.0%)13 (4.0%)
65 to 74 Years273 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older123 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,655 (98.2%)31 (1.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Bessemer

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Bessemer
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born83 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen240 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen151 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Bessemer

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Bessemer
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000392 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999317 (96.4%)12 (3.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999223 (94.5%)13 (5.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999294 (98.0%)6 (2.0%)
$100,000 and over421 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bessemer

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bessemer
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 674 (89.2%)19 (22.9%)
6 to 18 Years114 (47.5%)126 (52.5%)
19 to 25 Years51 (33.8%)121 (80.1%)
25 to 34 Years58 (71.6%)31 (38.3%)
35 to 44 Years76 (48.7%)77 (49.4%)
45 to 54 Years5 (2.0%)242 (95.7%)
55 to 64 Years154 (47.2%)193 (59.2%)
65 to 74 Years273 (100.0%)211 (77.3%)
75 Years and over123 (100.0%)53 (43.1%)
Total928 (55.0%)1,073 (63.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Bessemer

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Bessemer
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years15 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years12 (16.7%)5 (2.8%)
35 to 64 Years26 (8.7%)42 (9.7%)
65 to 74 Years34 (23.9%)29 (22.1%)
75 Years and over12 (27.3%)48 (60.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Bessemer

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Bessemer: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years7 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years4 (1.3%)4 (0.9%)
65 to 74 Years26 (18.3%)9 (6.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)8 (10.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Bessemer: <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 Years4 (1.3%)9 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)4 (5.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Bessemer: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years8 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years21 (7.0%)22 (5.1%)
65 to 74 Years4 (2.8%)5 (3.8%)
75 Years and over3 (6.8%)18 (22.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Bessemer: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years5 (1.7%)22 (5.1%)
65 to 74 Years25 (17.6%)20 (15.3%)
75 Years and over9 (20.4%)40 (50.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Bessemer: <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 (1.3%)7 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years17 (12.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)18 (22.8%)

Technology Access in Bessemer

Computing Device Access in Bessemer

Computing Device Access in Bessemer
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop61874.4%
Smartphone58770.6%
Tablet47256.8%
No Computing Device9511.4%
Total831100.0%

Internet Access in Bessemer

Internet Access in Bessemer
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home59271.2%
Cellular Data Only9911.9%
Satellite Internet192.3%
No Internet11714.1%
Total831100.0%

Bessemer Summary

Bessemer is a city located in Gogebic County, Michigan, United States. The population was 2,914 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Gogebic County. The city is situated within Bessemer Township, but is politically independent.

History

Bessemer was founded in 1887 by the Bessemer Land and Iron Company, a subsidiary of the Pittsburgh-based Bessemer Steel Company. The company was founded by Henry Bessemer, an English engineer who invented the Bessemer process for steel production. The company was looking for a suitable location to build a steel mill and chose the area around Bessemer due to its proximity to iron ore deposits and the availability of timber for fuel. The company built a blast furnace and a rolling mill, and the town of Bessemer was born.
The town grew rapidly, and by 1900 it had a population of over 5,000. The steel mill was the largest employer in the area, and the town was home to a variety of other businesses, including a foundry, a machine shop, a lumber mill, and a brickyard.
The steel mill closed in the late 1960s, and the town's population began to decline. The town was hit hard by the recession of the early 1980s, and many businesses closed. The town has since rebounded, and today it is a thriving community with a variety of businesses and industries.

Geography

Bessemer is located at 46°25′N 90°7′W (46.4133, -90.1167). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.50 square miles (6.48 km2), all land.
The city is located in the western part of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, near the Wisconsin border. It is situated on the Montreal River, which forms the border between Michigan and Wisconsin. The city is surrounded by forests and lakes, and is a popular destination for outdoor recreation.

Economy

Bessemer's economy is largely based on tourism and outdoor recreation. The city is home to a variety of businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. The city is also home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a foundry, and a machine shop.
The city is also home to a number of educational institutions, including Gogebic Community College and the Bessemer Area School District.

Demographics

As of the census of 2010, there were 2,914 people, 1,213 households, and 745 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,164.8 inhabitants per square mile (450.2/km2). There were 1,413 housing units at an average density of 565.2 per square mile (218.5/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
There were 1,213 households, of which 28.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.2% were married couples living together, 12.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.0% were non-families. 33.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.30 and the average family size was 2.90.
The median age in the city was 43.2 years. 22.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.3% were from 25 to 44; 27.2% were from 45 to 64; and 19.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.2% male and 51.8% female.

Conclusion

Bessemer is a city located in Gogebic County, Michigan, United States. The city was founded in 1887 by the Bessemer Land and Iron Company, and was once home to a large steel mill. The city's economy is largely based on tourism and outdoor recreation, and it is home to a variety of businesses, educational institutions, and manufacturing companies. The population of Bessemer was 2,914 at the 2010 census, and the city is home to a diverse population of people from all walks of life.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Bessemer?
Total Population of Bessemer is 1,708.
What is the Total Male Population of Bessemer?
Total Male Population of Bessemer is 761.
What is the Total Female Population of Bessemer?
Total Female Population of Bessemer is 947.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Bessemer?
There are 80.36 Males per 100 Females in Bessemer.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Bessemer?
There are 124.44 Females per 100 Males in Bessemer.
What is the Median Population Age in Bessemer?
Median Population Age in Bessemer is 50.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Bessemer
Average Family Size in Bessemer is 2.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Bessemer
Average Household Size in Bessemer is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Bessemer?
Per Capita income in Bessemer is $27,191.
What is the Median Family Income in Bessemer?
Median Family Income in Bessemer is $71,250.
What is the Median Household income in Bessemer?
Median Household Income in Bessemer is $49,323.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Bessemer?
Income or Wage Gap in Bessemer is 29.3%.
Women in Bessemer earn 70.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Bessemer?
Inequality or Gini Index in Bessemer is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Bessemer?
There are 882 People in the Labor Forcein in Bessemer.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Bessemer?
60.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Bessemer.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Bessemer?
Unemployment Rate in Bessemer is 4.4%.