Laurium, MI

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Laurium Overview

1,669
TOTAL POPULATION
748
MALE POPULATION
921
FEMALE POPULATION
81.22
MALES / 100 FEMALES
123.13
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,889
PER CAPITA INCOME
$67,656
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$42,292
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
45.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
54.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,178
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
832
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Laurium Area Codes

Race in Laurium

The most populous races in Laurium are White / Caucasian (1,628 | 97.5%), Hispanic or Latino (33 | 2.0%), and Two or more Races (22 | 1.3%).
Race in Laurium
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American191.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino332.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,62897.5%
Two or more Races221.3%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,669100.0%

Ancestry in Laurium

The most populous ancestries reported in Laurium are Finnish (405 | 24.3%), German (332 | 19.9%), Italian (172 | 10.3%), English (165 | 9.9%), and French (151 | 9.0%), together accounting for 73.4% of all Laurium residents.
Ancestry in Laurium
Ancestry# Population% Population
American382.3%
Chippewa60.4%
Croatian221.3%
Czech321.9%
Danish140.8%
Dutch161.0%
English1659.9%
Finnish40524.3%
French1519.0%
French Canadian211.3%
German33219.9%
Hungarian211.3%
Iranian60.4%
Irish824.9%
Italian17210.3%
Jamaican50.3%
Mexican140.8%
Norwegian593.5%
Polish995.9%
Portuguese70.4%
Puerto Rican80.5%
Scotch-Irish40.2%
Scottish643.8%
Serbian321.9%
Slovene100.6%
Spaniard110.7%
Swedish583.5%
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Immigrants in Laurium

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Laurium came from Europe (23 | 1.4%), Northern Europe (16 | 1.0%), Scotland (16 | 1.0%), Azores (7 | 0.4%), and Portugal (7 | 0.4%), together accounting for 4.1% of all Laurium residents.
Immigrants in Laurium
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Azores70.4%
Caribbean50.3%
Europe231.4%
Jamaica50.3%
Latin America50.3%
Northern Europe161.0%
Portugal70.4%
Scotland161.0%
Southern Europe70.4%
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Sex and Age in Laurium

Sex and Age in Laurium

The most populous age groups in Laurium are 50 to 54 Years (74 | 9.9%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (145 | 15.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Laurium
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years33 (4.4%)37 (4.0%)
5 to 9 Years20 (2.7%)33 (3.6%)
10 to 14 Years63 (8.4%)91 (9.9%)
15 to 19 Years63 (8.4%)69 (7.5%)
20 to 24 Years53 (7.1%)145 (15.7%)
25 to 29 Years7 (0.9%)10 (1.1%)
30 to 34 Years45 (6.0%)16 (1.7%)
35 to 39 Years49 (6.6%)50 (5.4%)
40 to 44 Years40 (5.3%)64 (7.0%)
45 to 49 Years41 (5.5%)17 (1.8%)
50 to 54 Years74 (9.9%)58 (6.3%)
55 to 59 Years67 (9.0%)46 (5.0%)
60 to 64 Years58 (7.7%)79 (8.6%)
65 to 69 Years54 (7.2%)69 (7.5%)
70 to 74 Years45 (6.0%)31 (3.4%)
75 to 79 Years17 (2.3%)66 (7.2%)
80 to 84 Years10 (1.3%)21 (2.3%)
85 Years and over9 (1.2%)19 (2.1%)
Total748 (100.0%)921 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Laurium

Median Family Size in Laurium

The median family size in Laurium is 3.09 persons per family, with single male/father families (16 | 3.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.94 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (311 | 76.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.93 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Laurium
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple311 (76.2%)2.93
Single Male/Father16 (3.9%)3.94
Single Female/Mother81 (19.9%)3.54
Total Families408 (100.0%)3.09

Median Household Size in Laurium

The median household size in Laurium is 2.28 persons per household, with single male/father households (16 | 2.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.5 persons per household. non-family households (325 | 44.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Laurium
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple311 (42.4%)2.93
Single Male/Father16 (2.2%)4.50
Single Female/Mother81 (11.1%)3.70
Non-family325 (44.3%)1.19
Total Households733 (100.0%)2.28

Household Size by Marriage Status in Laurium

Out of a total of 733 households in Laurium, 408 (55.7%) are family households, while 325 (44.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 181, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 271.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Laurium
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-271 (37.0%)
2-Person Households181 (24.7%)54 (7.4%)
3-Person Households107 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households78 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households27 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households12 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households3 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total408 (55.7%)325 (44.3%)

Female Fertility in Laurium

Fertility by Age in Laurium

Average fertility rate in Laurium is 30.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 53.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 75.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Laurium
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years9 (75.0%)53.0
35 to 50 years3 (25.0%)19.0
Total12 (100.0%)30.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Laurium

25.0% of women with births (12) in Laurium are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Laurium
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3 (25.0%)9 (75.0%)

Fertility by Education in Laurium

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Laurium
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma3 (25.0%)25.0
College or Associate's Degree9 (75.0%)97.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total12 (100.0%)30.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Laurium

75.0% of women with births in Laurium are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 33.3% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Laurium
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree3 (33.3%)6 (66.7%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3 (25.0%)9 (75.0%)

Income in Laurium

Income Overview in Laurium

Per Capita Income in Laurium is $26,889, while median incomes of families and households are $67,656 and $42,292 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,669$26,889
Median Family Income408$67,656
Mean Family Income408$79,583
Median Household Income733$42,292
Mean Household Income733$59,557
Income Deficit408$11,178
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,66945.88%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,66954.12¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,6690.46

Earnings by Sex in Laurium

Average Earnings in Laurium are $27,408, $31,835 for men and $17,230 for women, a difference of 45.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Laurium
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male395 (45.9%)$31,835
Female466 (54.1%)$17,230
Total861 (100.0%)$27,408

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Laurium

The most common earnings brackets in Laurium are $30,000 to $34,999 for men (47 | 11.9%) and $5,000 to $7,499 for women (72 | 15.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Laurium
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less12 (3.0%)53 (11.4%)
$2,500 to $4,99918 (4.6%)20 (4.3%)
$5,000 to $7,49940 (10.1%)72 (15.4%)
$7,500 to $9,9994 (1.0%)9 (1.9%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)4 (0.9%)
$12,500 to $14,99913 (3.3%)42 (9.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4996 (1.5%)37 (7.9%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49917 (4.3%)9 (1.9%)
$22,500 to $24,9999 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99944 (11.1%)38 (8.2%)
$30,000 to $34,99947 (11.9%)23 (4.9%)
$35,000 to $39,99929 (7.3%)46 (9.9%)
$40,000 to $44,99932 (8.1%)6 (1.3%)
$45,000 to $49,9995 (1.3%)7 (1.5%)
$50,000 to $54,99910 (2.5%)9 (1.9%)
$55,000 to $64,99928 (7.1%)42 (9.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99933 (8.4%)35 (7.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99923 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+25 (6.3%)14 (3.0%)
Total395 (100.0%)466 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Laurium

Average earnings in Laurium are $42,500 for men and $35,688 for women, a difference of 16.0%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $56,875, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $35,313. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $46,607, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $44,583.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Laurium
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$35,313$0
College or Associate's Degree$36,500$44,583
Bachelor's Degree$56,875$46,607
Graduate Degree$36,563$0
Total$42,500$35,688

Family Income in Laurium

Family Income Brackets in Laurium

According to the Laurium family income data, there are 107 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.2% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 6 families (1.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Laurium
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000153.7%
$10,000 to $14,99961.5%
$15,000 to $24,999225.4%
$25,000 to $34,999358.6%
$35,000 to $49,9996115.0%
$50,000 to $74,99910726.2%
$75,000 to $99,9997317.9%
$100,000 to $149,9995814.2%
$150,000 to $199,999122.9%
$200,000+194.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Laurium

4-person families (83 | 20.3%) account for the highest median family income in Laurium with $70,781 per family, while 2-person families (192 | 47.1%) have the highest median income of $34,875 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Laurium
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families192 (47.1%)$69,750
3-Person Families96 (23.5%)$63,519
4-Person Families83 (20.3%)$70,781
5-Person Families31 (7.6%)$57,813
6-Person Families3 (0.7%)$0
7+ Person Families3 (0.7%)$0
Total408 (100.0%)$67,656

Family Income by Number of Earners in Laurium

The median family income in Laurium is $67,656, with families comprising 2 earners (140) having the highest median family income of $99,412, while families with 1 earner (122) have the lowest median family income of $43,519, accounting for 34.3% and 29.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Laurium
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners82 (20.1%)$56,250
1 Earner122 (29.9%)$43,519
2 Earners140 (34.3%)$99,412
3+ Earners64 (15.7%)$95,250
Total408 (100.0%)$67,656

Household Income in Laurium

Household Income Brackets in Laurium

With 124 households falling in the category, the $25,000 to $34,999 income range is the most frequent in Laurium, accounting for 16.9% of all households. In contrast, only 19 households (2.6%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Laurium
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0007710.5%
$10,000 to $14,999567.6%
$15,000 to $24,999648.7%
$25,000 to $34,99912416.9%
$35,000 to $49,9999412.8%
$50,000 to $74,99911215.3%
$75,000 to $99,9998311.3%
$100,000 to $149,9998211.2%
$150,000 to $199,999223.0%
$200,000+192.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Laurium

The median household income in Laurium is $42,292, with the highest median household income of $73,092 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 287 households (39.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $13,958, with 64 households (8.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Laurium
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years64 (8.7%)$13,958
25 to 44 Years134 (18.3%)$63,000
45 to 64 Years287 (39.2%)$73,092
65+ Years248 (33.8%)$29,444
Total733 (100.0%)$42,292

Poverty in Laurium

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Laurium

With 13.4% poverty level for males and 27.5% for females among the residents of Laurium, under 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 11 males (33.3%) and 104 females (63.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Laurium
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years11 (33.3%)23 (62.2%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years8 (23.5%)16 (30.8%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)4 (13.8%)
16 and 17 Years9 (30.0%)4 (18.2%)
18 to 24 Years10 (13.5%)104 (63.8%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)15 (57.7%)
35 to 44 Years16 (18.0%)11 (9.7%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)5 (6.7%)
55 to 64 Years27 (21.6%)22 (17.6%)
65 to 74 Years13 (13.1%)24 (24.0%)
75 Years and over6 (16.7%)25 (23.6%)
Total100 (13.4%)253 (27.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Laurium

According to the poverty statistics in Laurium, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 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 Laurium
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years22 (66.7%)14 (37.8%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years26 (76.5%)36 (69.2%)
12 to 14 Years49 (100.0%)63 (100.0%)
15 Years12 (100.0%)25 (86.2%)
16 and 17 Years21 (70.0%)18 (81.8%)
18 to 24 Years64 (86.5%)59 (36.2%)
25 to 34 Years52 (100.0%)11 (42.3%)
35 to 44 Years73 (82.0%)103 (90.3%)
45 to 54 Years115 (100.0%)70 (93.3%)
55 to 64 Years98 (78.4%)103 (82.4%)
65 to 74 Years86 (86.9%)76 (76.0%)
75 Years and over30 (83.3%)81 (76.4%)
Total648 (86.6%)668 (72.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Laurium

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Laurium show that 5.1% or 16 of the total 311 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 6.1%, comprising of 7 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Laurium
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children175 (95.1%)9 (4.9%)
1 or 2 Children107 (93.9%)7 (6.1%)
3 or 4 Children10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total295 (94.9%)16 (5.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Laurium

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Laurium
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)15 (30.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)9 (60.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)24 (29.6%)

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

The poverty data for Laurium shows that 16 of the married-couple family households (5.1%) and 24 of the single-parent households (24.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 households (6.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 household (45.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Laurium
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children9 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children7 (6.1%)15 (26.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)9 (45.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total16 (5.1%)24 (24.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Laurium

Employment by Class of Employer in Laurium

Among the 794 employed individuals in Laurium, private company employees (489 | 61.6%), not-for-profit organizations (194 | 24.4%), and local government employees (51 | 6.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Laurium
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees48961.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)151.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)364.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations19424.4%
Local Government Employees516.4%
State Government Employees91.1%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total794100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Laurium

According to the labor force statistics for Laurium, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,351), 61.6% or 832 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.6% or 22 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 94.4% or 187 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 22.6% or 14 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Laurium
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years62 (68.1%)14 (22.6%)
20 to 24 Years187 (94.4%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years12 (70.6%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years51 (83.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years169 (83.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years154 (81.1%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years61 (54.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years86 (62.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years42 (21.1%)8 (19.0%)
75 Years and over8 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total832 (61.6%)22 (2.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Laurium

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Laurium
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School45 (59.2%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma159 (70.7%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree149 (75.3%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher180 (81.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total533 (73.9%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Laurium

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Laurium are Community & Social Service (131 | 16.2%), Education Instruction & Library (78 | 9.6%), Computers, Engineering & Science (46 | 5.7%), Education, Arts & Media (42 | 5.2%), and Management (36 | 4.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Laurium

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Laurium, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (74.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Laurium
OccupationMaleFemale
Management26 (72.2%)10 (27.8%)
Business & Financial19 (70.4%)8 (29.6%)
Computers, Engineering & Science39 (84.8%)7 (15.2%)
Computers & Mathematics15 (68.2%)7 (31.8%)
Architecture & Engineering24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 73 (55.7%)58 (44.3%)
Education, Arts & Media42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library20 (25.6%)58 (74.4%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Total (Category)157 (60.6%)102 (39.4%)
Total (Overall)379 (46.8%)431 (53.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Laurium are Food Preparation & Serving (92 | 11.4%), Healthcare Support (37 | 4.6%), Security & Protection (16 | 2.0%), Law Enforcement (16 | 2.0%), and Personal Care & Service (6 | 0.7%).
Services Occupations in Laurium

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Laurium
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)37 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving21 (22.8%)71 (77.2%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Total (Category)21 (13.9%)130 (86.1%)
Total (Overall)379 (46.8%)431 (53.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Laurium are Sales & Related (156 | 19.3%), and Office & Administration (57 | 7.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Laurium

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Laurium
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related37 (23.7%)119 (76.3%)
Office & Administration9 (15.8%)48 (84.2%)
Total (Category)46 (21.6%)167 (78.4%)
Total (Overall)379 (46.8%)431 (53.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Laurium are Construction & Extraction (36 | 4.4%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (24 | 3.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Laurium

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Laurium
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair20 (83.3%)4 (16.7%)
Total (Category)56 (93.3%)4 (6.7%)
Total (Overall)379 (46.8%)431 (53.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Laurium are Production (89 | 11.0%), Material Moving (23 | 2.8%), and Transportation (15 | 1.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Laurium

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Laurium
OccupationMaleFemale
Production75 (84.3%)14 (15.7%)
Transportation14 (93.3%)1 (6.7%)
Material Moving10 (43.5%)13 (56.5%)
Total (Category)99 (77.9%)28 (22.1%)
Total (Overall)379 (46.8%)431 (53.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Laurium

Employment Industries in Laurium

The major employment industries in Laurium include Health Care & Social Assistance (164 | 20.3%), Retail Trade (142 | 17.5%), Manufacturing (110 | 13.6%), Educational Services (91 | 11.2%), and Accommodation & Food Services (66 | 8.2%).
Employment Industries in Laurium

Employment Industries by Sex in Laurium

The Laurium industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Laurium
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing89 (80.9%)21 (19.1%)
Wholesale Trade13 (39.4%)20 (60.6%)
Retail Trade50 (35.2%)92 (64.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing14 (93.3%)1 (6.7%)
Utilities5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance13 (68.4%)6 (31.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Educational Services20 (22.0%)71 (78.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance39 (23.8%)125 (76.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services23 (34.8%)43 (65.1%)
Public Administration11 (40.7%)16 (59.3%)
Total379 (46.8%)431 (53.2%)

Education in Laurium

School Enrollment in Laurium

The most common levels of schooling among the 462 students in Laurium are middle school (147 | 31.8%), high school (121 | 26.2%), and college / undergraduate (98 | 21.2%).
School Enrollment in Laurium
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool214.5%
Kindergarten183.9%
Elementary School388.2%
Middle School14731.8%
High School12126.2%
College / Undergraduate9821.2%
Graduate / Professional194.1%
Total462100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Laurium

Out of a total of 462 students who are enrolled in schools in Laurium, 74 (16.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 388 (84.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 19 (61.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 30 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Laurium
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds14 (66.7%)7 (33.3%)
5 to 9 Year Old46 (86.8%)7 (13.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds122 (79.2%)32 (20.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds80 (89.9%)9 (10.1%)
18 to 19 Year Olds30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds82 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over12 (38.7%)19 (61.3%)
Total388 (84.0%)74 (16.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Laurium

Education (96 | 25.0%), science & technology (66 | 17.2%), arts & humanities (46 | 12.0%), bio, nature & agricultural (33 | 8.6%), and engineering (30 | 7.8%) are the most common fields of study among 384 individuals in Laurium who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Laurium
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics112.9%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural338.6%
Physical & Health Sciences71.8%
Psychology225.7%
Social Sciences266.8%
Engineering307.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology6617.2%
Business51.3%
Education9625.0%
Literature & Languages51.3%
Liberal Arts & History92.3%
Visual & Performing Arts92.3%
Communications195.0%
Arts & Humanities4612.0%
Total384100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Laurium

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Laurium

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Laurium are males with 2 vehicles (158, accounting for 42.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (146, making up 37.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Laurium
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle45 (12.2%)56 (13.2%)
1 Vehicle37 (10.0%)96 (22.6%)
2 Vehicles158 (42.8%)146 (34.4%)
3 Vehicles120 (32.5%)111 (26.1%)
4 Vehicles9 (2.4%)16 (3.8%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total369 (100.0%)425 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Laurium

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Laurium are 5 to 9 minutes (203 commuters, 27.2%), 20 to 24 minutes (194 commuters, 26.0%), and less than 5 minutes (111 commuters, 14.9%).
Commute Time in Laurium
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes11114.9%
5 to 9 Minutes20327.2%
10 to 14 Minutes304.0%
15 to 19 Minutes10013.4%
20 to 24 Minutes19426.0%
25 to 29 Minutes344.5%
30 to 34 Minutes527.0%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes60.8%
60 to 89 Minutes91.2%
90 or more Minutes81.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Laurium

The most common commute times in Laurium are 5 to 9 minutes (124 commuters, 36.3%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (119 commuters, 29.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Laurium
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes44 (12.9%)67 (16.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes124 (36.3%)79 (19.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)30 (7.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes23 (6.7%)77 (19.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes75 (21.9%)119 (29.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes20 (5.9%)14 (3.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes43 (12.6%)9 (2.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes6 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes3 (0.9%)6 (1.5%)
90 or more Minutes4 (1.2%)4 (1.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Laurium

The most frequent times of departure to work in Laurium are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (69, 20.2%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (72, 17.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Laurium
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM9 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM9 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM24 (7.0%)13 (3.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM17 (5.0%)46 (11.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM26 (7.6%)18 (4.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM14 (4.1%)64 (15.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM69 (20.2%)36 (8.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM22 (6.4%)72 (17.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM13 (3.8%)23 (5.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM41 (12.0%)38 (9.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)8 (2.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM22 (6.4%)10 (2.5%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM38 (11.1%)33 (8.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM38 (11.1%)44 (10.9%)
Total342 (100.0%)405 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Laurium

Occupancy by Ownership in Laurium

Of the total 733 dwellings in Laurium, owner-occupied units account for 522 (71.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 211 (28.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Laurium
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units52271.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units21128.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units733100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Laurium

Occupancy by Household Size in Laurium
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household27137.0%
2-Person Household23532.1%
3-Person Household10714.6%
4+ Person Household12016.4%
Total Housing Units733100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Laurium

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Laurium
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household152 (56.1%)119 (43.9%)
2-Person Household178 (75.7%)57 (24.3%)
3-Person Household97 (90.6%)10 (9.3%)
4+ Person Household95 (79.2%)25 (20.8%)
Total Housing Units522 (71.2%)211 (28.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Laurium

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Laurium
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School60 (68.2%)28 (31.8%)
High School Diploma107 (54.3%)90 (45.7%)
College/Associate Degree147 (71.4%)59 (28.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher208 (86.0%)34 (14.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Laurium

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Laurium
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years10213.9%
35 to 44 Years9613.1%
45 to 54 Years11716.0%
55 to 64 Years17023.2%
65 to 74 Years13818.8%
75 to 84 Years8211.2%
85 Years and Over283.8%
Total733100.0%

Housing Finances in Laurium

Median Income by Occupancy in Laurium

Median Income by Occupancy in Laurium
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied522 (71.2%)$64,444
Renter-Occupied211 (28.8%)$19,479
Average733 (100.0%)$42,292

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Laurium

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Laurium
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00029 (5.6%)15 (7.1%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)33 (15.6%)
$10,000 to $14,99918 (3.5%)38 (18.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99922 (4.2%)22 (10.4%)
$20,000 to $24,9991 (0.2%)19 (9.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99968 (13.0%)56 (26.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99969 (13.2%)25 (11.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999112 (21.5%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99983 (15.9%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99979 (15.1%)3 (1.4%)
$150,000 or more41 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total522 (100.0%)211 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Laurium

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Laurium
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30029 (5.6%)14 (6.6%)
$300 to $499119 (22.8%)54 (25.6%)
$500 to $799157 (30.1%)81 (38.4%)
$800 to $99959 (11.3%)10 (4.7%)
$1,000 to $1,499108 (20.7%)22 (10.4%)
$1,500 to $1,99926 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99919 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more5 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total522 (100.0%)211 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Laurium

Housing Structures in Laurium

Housing Structures in Laurium
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached55876.1%
Single Unit, Attached152.1%
2 Unit Apartments7810.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments131.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments81.1%
10 or more Apartments506.8%
Mobile Home / Other111.5%
Total733100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Laurium

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Laurium
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached511 (91.6%)47 (8.4%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)78 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)50 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total522 (71.2%)211 (28.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Laurium

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Laurium
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)6 (2.8%)
2 or 3 Rooms12 (2.3%)24 (11.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms69 (13.2%)101 (47.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms216 (41.4%)54 (25.6%)
8 or more Rooms225 (43.1%)26 (12.3%)
Total522 (100.0%)211 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Laurium

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Laurium
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas492 (94.3%)180 (85.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas5 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity7 (1.3%)31 (14.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels9 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used9 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total522 (100.0%)211 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Laurium

Household Vehicle Usage in Laurium
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle32 (6.1%)71 (33.7%)
1 Vehicle181 (34.7%)101 (47.9%)
2 Vehicles182 (34.9%)27 (12.8%)
3 or more Vehicles127 (24.3%)12 (5.7%)
Total522 (100.0%)211 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Laurium

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Laurium

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units255267
Median Property Value$87,500$89,600
Median Household Income$58,672$22
Monthly Housing Costs$481$5
Real Estate Taxes$1,181$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Laurium

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Laurium
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00066 (25.9%)26 (9.7%)
$50,000 to $99,99991 (35.7%)139 (52.1%)
$100,000 to $299,99980 (31.4%)97 (36.3%)
$300,000 to $499,99914 (5.5%)5 (1.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9994 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total255 (100.0%)267 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Laurium

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Laurium
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00021 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99936 (14.1%)8 (3.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99938 (14.9%)5 (1.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99921 (8.2%)30 (11.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99948 (18.8%)48 (18.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99943 (16.9%)64 (24.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99929 (11.4%)40 (15.0%)
$150,000 or more19 (7.4%)50 (18.7%)
Total255 (100.0%)267 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Laurium

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Laurium
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x156 (61.2%)67,891 (25,427.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x29 (11.4%)206 (77.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x20 (7.8%)18 (6.7%)
4.0x or more45 (17.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total255 (100.0%)267 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Laurium

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Laurium
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80053 (20.8%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499112 (43.9%)61 (22.9%)
$800 to $1,49986 (33.7%)119 (44.6%)
Total255 (100.0%)267 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Laurium

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Laurium

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Laurium
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years298 (92.8%)23 (7.2%)
19 to 25 Years198 (93.0%)15 (7.0%)
26 to 34 Years57 (79.2%)15 (20.8%)
35 to 44 Years179 (88.2%)24 (11.8%)
45 to 54 Years189 (99.5%)1 (0.5%)
55 to 64 Years242 (96.8%)8 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years195 (98.0%)4 (2.0%)
75 Years and older142 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,579 (94.6%)90 (5.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Laurium

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Laurium
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen298 (92.8%)23 (7.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen198 (93.0%)15 (7.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Laurium

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Laurium
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000321 (95.5%)15 (4.5%)
$25,000 to $49,999453 (96.4%)17 (3.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999257 (88.9%)32 (11.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999285 (92.8%)22 (7.2%)
$100,000 and over263 (98.5%)4 (1.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Laurium

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Laurium
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 640 (50.6%)39 (49.4%)
6 to 18 Years162 (50.5%)152 (47.3%)
19 to 25 Years63 (29.6%)138 (64.8%)
25 to 34 Years24 (33.3%)33 (45.8%)
35 to 44 Years50 (24.6%)135 (66.5%)
45 to 54 Years28 (14.7%)166 (87.4%)
55 to 64 Years95 (38.0%)171 (68.4%)
65 to 74 Years195 (98.0%)126 (63.3%)
75 Years and over142 (100.0%)114 (80.3%)
Total799 (47.9%)1,074 (64.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Laurium

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Laurium
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years23 (18.4%)4 (2.3%)
18 to 34 Years18 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years37 (11.3%)18 (5.7%)
65 to 74 Years9 (9.1%)6 (6.0%)
75 Years and over9 (25.0%)69 (65.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Laurium

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Laurium: <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 Years3 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)5 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years3 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over3 (8.3%)40 (37.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Laurium: <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 Years5 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years14 (4.3%)5 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)29 (27.4%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Laurium: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years23 (18.4%)4 (2.3%)
18 to 34 Years15 (11.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years26 (7.9%)18 (5.7%)
65 to 74 Years6 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over5 (13.9%)20 (18.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Laurium: <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 Years32 (9.7%)11 (3.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)6 (6.0%)
75 Years and over5 (13.9%)49 (46.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Laurium: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years3 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years10 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years5 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over5 (13.9%)4 (3.8%)

Technology Access in Laurium

Computing Device Access in Laurium

Computing Device Access in Laurium
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop49567.5%
Smartphone56276.7%
Tablet46763.7%
No Computing Device11215.3%
Total733100.0%

Internet Access in Laurium

Internet Access in Laurium
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home49267.1%
Cellular Data Only10013.6%
Satellite Internet101.4%
No Internet12817.5%
Total733100.0%

Laurium Summary

Laurium is a village located in Houghton County, Michigan, United States. It is situated on the Keweenaw Peninsula, which is the northernmost part of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The village is located on the shore of Lake Superior, and is part of the Copper Country region. The population of Laurium was 2,126 at the 2010 census.

History

The area that is now Laurium was originally inhabited by the Ojibwe people. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 1800s, and the village was officially incorporated in 1891. The village was named after the ancient Greek city of Laurium, which was known for its rich deposits of silver and copper.
The village was founded by the Calumet and Hecla Mining Company, which was one of the largest copper mining companies in the world at the time. The company built a smelter in Laurium to process the copper ore that was mined in the area. The smelter was in operation until the early 1900s, when the copper industry began to decline.
The village of Laurium was also home to a number of other industries, including lumbering, fishing, and tourism. The village was a popular destination for tourists, who came to enjoy the scenic beauty of the area.

Geography

Laurium is located in the Keweenaw Peninsula, which is the northernmost part of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The village is situated on the shore of Lake Superior, and is part of the Copper Country region. The village is located about 25 miles (40 km) northwest of Houghton, the county seat.
The village is located in a hilly area, with elevations ranging from 600 to 900 feet (180 to 270 m). The village is surrounded by forests, and is home to a number of lakes and streams. The climate in Laurium is classified as humid continental, with cold winters and warm summers.

Economy

The economy of Laurium is largely based on tourism and recreation. The village is home to a number of resorts and hotels, as well as restaurants and other businesses that cater to tourists. The village is also home to a number of small businesses, including retail stores, auto repair shops, and other service-oriented businesses.
The village is also home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a paper mill and a furniture factory. The village is also home to a number of mining companies, which are involved in the extraction of copper, iron, and other minerals.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Laurium was 2,126. The racial makeup of the village was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the village was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $45,000. The per capita income for the village was $19,945. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Laurium?
Total Population of Laurium is 1,669.
What is the Total Male Population of Laurium?
Total Male Population of Laurium is 748.
What is the Total Female Population of Laurium?
Total Female Population of Laurium is 921.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Laurium?
There are 81.22 Males per 100 Females in Laurium.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Laurium?
There are 123.13 Females per 100 Males in Laurium.
What is the Median Population Age in Laurium?
Median Population Age in Laurium is 44.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Laurium
Average Family Size in Laurium is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Laurium
Average Household Size in Laurium is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Laurium?
Per Capita income in Laurium is $26,889.
What is the Median Family Income in Laurium?
Median Family Income in Laurium is $67,656.
What is the Median Household income in Laurium?
Median Household Income in Laurium is $42,292.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Laurium?
Income or Wage Gap in Laurium is 45.9%.
Women in Laurium earn 54.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Laurium?
Family Income Deficit in Laurium is $11,178.
Families that are below poverty line in Laurium earn $11,178 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Laurium?
Inequality or Gini Index in Laurium is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Laurium?
There are 832 People in the Labor Forcein in Laurium.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Laurium?
61.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Laurium.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Laurium?
Unemployment Rate in Laurium is 2.6%.