Melvin, MI

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Melvin Overview

188
TOTAL POPULATION
95
MALE POPULATION
93
FEMALE POPULATION
102.15
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.89
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$23,755
PER CAPITA INCOME
$46,477
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$45,139
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
29.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
70.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
85
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
53.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
10.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Melvin Zip Codes

Race in Melvin

The most populous races in Melvin are , and White / Caucasian (188 | 100.0%).
Race in Melvin
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian188100.0%
Two or more Races00.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total188100.0%

Ancestry in Melvin

The most populous ancestries reported in Melvin are French (55 | 29.3%), Irish (38 | 20.2%), English (28 | 14.9%), German (18 | 9.6%), and Polish (16 | 8.5%), together accounting for 82.4% of all Melvin residents.
Ancestry in Melvin
Ancestry# Population% Population
American84.3%
Dutch21.1%
English2814.9%
French5529.3%
German189.6%
Irish3820.2%
Polish168.5%
Scandinavian52.7%
Scotch-Irish52.7%
Scottish105.3%
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Immigrants in Melvin

Immigrants in Melvin
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Melvin

Sex and Age in Melvin

The most populous age groups in Melvin are 25 to 29 Years (14 | 14.7%) for men and Under 5 Years (12 | 12.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Melvin
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1 (1.1%)12 (12.9%)
5 to 9 Years12 (12.6%)5 (5.4%)
10 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years7 (7.4%)5 (5.4%)
20 to 24 Years2 (2.1%)5 (5.4%)
25 to 29 Years14 (14.7%)9 (9.7%)
30 to 34 Years3 (3.2%)2 (2.1%)
35 to 39 Years9 (9.5%)4 (4.3%)
40 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)4 (4.3%)
45 to 49 Years7 (7.4%)7 (7.5%)
50 to 54 Years11 (11.6%)8 (8.6%)
55 to 59 Years7 (7.4%)10 (10.7%)
60 to 64 Years10 (10.5%)3 (3.2%)
65 to 69 Years5 (5.3%)11 (11.8%)
70 to 74 Years4 (4.2%)4 (4.3%)
75 to 79 Years1 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
80 to 84 Years2 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)4 (4.3%)
Total95 (100.0%)93 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Melvin

Median Family Size in Melvin

Median Family Size in Melvin
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple28 (80.0%)3.68
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother7 (20.0%)2.14
Total Families35 (100.0%)3.37

Median Household Size in Melvin

Median Household Size in Melvin
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple28 (36.4%)3.82
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother7 (9.1%)2.29
Non-family42 (54.5%)1.55
Total Households77 (100.0%)2.44

Household Size by Marriage Status in Melvin

Out of a total of 77 households in Melvin, 35 (45.5%) are family households, while 42 (54.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 18, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 27.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Melvin
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-27 (35.1%)
2-Person Households18 (23.4%)10 (13.0%)
3-Person Households8 (10.4%)5 (6.5%)
4-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households4 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households5 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total35 (45.5%)42 (54.5%)

Female Fertility in Melvin

Fertility by Age in Melvin

Female Fertility by Age in Melvin
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Melvin

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

Fertility by Education in Melvin

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Melvin
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Melvin

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

Income in Melvin

Income Overview in Melvin

Per Capita Income in Melvin is $23,755, while median incomes of families and households are $46,477 and $45,139 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income188$23,755
Median Family Income35$46,477
Mean Family Income35$70,354
Median Household Income77$45,139
Mean Household Income77$57,865
Income Deficit35$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)18829.79%
Wage / Income Gap ($)18870.21¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1880.42

Earnings by Sex in Melvin

Average Earnings in Melvin are $34,500, $39,167 for men and $27,500 for women, a difference of 29.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Melvin
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male44 (53.7%)$39,167
Female38 (46.3%)$27,500
Total82 (100.0%)$34,500

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Melvin

The most common earnings brackets in Melvin are $30,000 to $34,999 for men (11 | 25.0%) and $20,000 to $22,499 for women (9 | 23.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Melvin
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less1 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4992 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9992 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)5 (13.2%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)9 (23.7%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)5 (13.2%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99911 (25.0%)7 (18.4%)
$35,000 to $39,9998 (18.2%)8 (21.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9992 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9991 (2.3%)2 (5.3%)
$50,000 to $54,9997 (15.9%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9992 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9995 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+3 (6.8%)2 (5.3%)
Total44 (100.0%)38 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Melvin

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Melvin
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$39,583$32,750

Family Income in Melvin

Family Income Brackets in Melvin

According to the Melvin family income data, there are 12 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 34.3% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Melvin
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00038.6%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,999720.0%
$35,000 to $49,9991234.3%
$50,000 to $74,99938.6%
$75,000 to $99,99912.9%
$100,000 to $149,999720.0%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+25.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Melvin

2-person families (19 | 54.3%) account for the highest median family income in Melvin with $34,688 per family, while 2-person families (19 | 54.3%) have the highest median income of $17,344 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Melvin
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families19 (54.3%)$34,688
3-Person Families7 (20.0%)$0
4-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
5-Person Families4 (11.4%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families5 (14.3%)$0
Total35 (100.0%)$46,477

Family Income by Number of Earners in Melvin

Family Income by Number of Earners in Melvin
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners9 (25.7%)$28,750
1 Earner8 (22.9%)$37,500
2 Earners16 (45.7%)$0
3+ Earners2 (5.7%)$0
Total35 (100.0%)$46,477

Household Income in Melvin

Household Income Brackets in Melvin

With 19 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Melvin, accounting for 24.7% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Melvin
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00079.1%
$10,000 to $14,99945.2%
$15,000 to $24,99945.2%
$25,000 to $34,9991316.9%
$35,000 to $49,9991924.7%
$50,000 to $74,9991519.5%
$75,000 to $99,99911.3%
$100,000 to $149,9991215.6%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+22.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Melvin

The median household income in Melvin is $45,139, with the highest median household income of $46,875 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 38 households (49.3%) 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 5 households (6.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Melvin
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years5 (6.5%)$0
25 to 44 Years17 (22.1%)$0
45 to 64 Years38 (49.3%)$46,875
65+ Years17 (22.1%)$24,688
Total77 (100.0%)$45,139

Poverty in Melvin

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Melvin

With 27.8% poverty level for males and 35.5% for females among the residents of Melvin, 6 to 11 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 5 males (71.4%) and 5 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Melvin
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)10 (83.3%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years5 (71.4%)5 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)4 (36.4%)
35 to 44 Years4 (44.4%)4 (50.0%)
45 to 54 Years4 (22.2%)5 (33.3%)
55 to 64 Years11 (64.7%)3 (23.1%)
65 to 74 Years1 (11.1%)2 (13.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total25 (27.8%)33 (35.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Melvin

According to the poverty statistics in Melvin, males aged under 5 years and females aged 16 and 17 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 Melvin
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1 (100.0%)2 (16.7%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years2 (28.6%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years9 (100.0%)5 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years17 (100.0%)7 (63.6%)
35 to 44 Years5 (55.6%)4 (50.0%)
45 to 54 Years14 (77.8%)10 (66.7%)
55 to 64 Years6 (35.3%)10 (76.9%)
65 to 74 Years8 (88.9%)13 (86.7%)
75 Years and over3 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total65 (72.2%)60 (64.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Melvin

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Melvin show that 21.4% or 6 of the total 28 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 5 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 Melvin
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children18 (94.7%)1 (5.3%)
1 or 2 Children4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total22 (78.6%)6 (21.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Melvin

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Melvin
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)2 (66.7%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)2 (28.6%)

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

The poverty data for Melvin shows that 6 of the married-couple family households (21.4%) and 2 of the single-parent households (28.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 household (66.7%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Melvin
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children1 (5.3%)2 (66.7%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (21.4%)2 (28.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Melvin

Employment by Class of Employer in Melvin

Among the 76 employed individuals in Melvin, private company employees (62 | 81.6%), local government employees (5 | 6.6%), and not-for-profit organizations (4 | 5.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Melvin
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees6281.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)34.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)22.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations45.3%
Local Government Employees56.6%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total76100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Melvin

According to the labor force statistics for Melvin, out of the total population over 16 years of age (158), 53.8% or 85 individuals are in the labor force, with 10.6% or 9 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 7 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 100.0% or 7 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Melvin
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years7 (58.3%)7 (100.0%)
20 to 24 Years7 (100.0%)2 (28.6%)
25 to 29 Years23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years5 (29.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years28 (84.8%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years9 (52.9%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years1 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total85 (53.8%)9 (10.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Melvin

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Melvin
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School18 (64.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma36 (64.3%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree12 (60.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total70 (64.8%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Melvin

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Melvin are Management (2 | 2.6%), Community & Social Service (2 | 2.6%), Education Instruction & Library (2 | 2.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (2 | 2.6%), and Health Technologists (2 | 2.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Melvin

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Melvin
OccupationMaleFemale
Management2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total (Category)2 (33.3%)4 (66.7%)
Total (Overall)42 (55.3%)34 (44.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Melvin are Food Preparation & Serving (8 | 10.5%), Healthcare Support (7 | 9.2%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (5 | 6.6%).
Services Occupations in Melvin

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Melvin
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support2 (28.6%)5 (71.4%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)2 (10.0%)18 (90.0%)
Total (Overall)42 (55.3%)34 (44.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

Sales and Office Occupations in Melvin

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Melvin
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)42 (55.3%)34 (44.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Melvin are Construction & Extraction (13 | 17.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (5 | 6.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (2 | 2.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Melvin

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Melvin
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)42 (55.3%)34 (44.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Melvin are Production (24 | 31.6%), and Transportation (6 | 7.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Melvin

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Melvin
OccupationMaleFemale
Production12 (50.0%)12 (50.0%)
Transportation6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)18 (60.0%)12 (40.0%)
Total (Overall)42 (55.3%)34 (44.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Melvin

Employment Industries in Melvin

The major employment industries in Melvin include Manufacturing (30 | 39.5%), Accommodation & Food Services (13 | 17.1%), Construction (11 | 14.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (9 | 11.8%), and Administrative & Support (6 | 7.9%).
Employment Industries in Melvin

Employment Industries by Sex in Melvin

The Melvin industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (100.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (77.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Melvin
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing18 (60.0%)12 (40.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance2 (22.2%)7 (77.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total42 (55.3%)34 (44.7%)

Education in Melvin

School Enrollment in Melvin

The most common levels of schooling among the 26 students in Melvin are elementary school (17 | 65.4%), high school (5 | 19.2%), and nursery / preschool (2 | 7.7%).
School Enrollment in Melvin
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool27.7%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School1765.4%
Middle School00.0%
High School519.2%
College / Undergraduate27.7%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total26100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Melvin

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Melvin
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Melvin

Education (4 | 66.7%), and bio, nature & agricultural (2 | 33.3%) are the most common fields of study among 6 individuals in Melvin who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Melvin
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural233.3%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business00.0%
Education466.7%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total6100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Melvin

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Melvin

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Melvin are males with 2 vehicles (16, accounting for 38.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (10, making up 47.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Melvin
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle12 (28.6%)3 (8.8%)
2 Vehicles16 (38.1%)10 (29.4%)
3 Vehicles9 (21.4%)19 (55.9%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles5 (11.9%)2 (5.9%)
Total42 (100.0%)34 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Melvin

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Melvin are 25 to 29 minutes (19 commuters, 25.7%), 60 to 89 minutes (16 commuters, 21.6%), and 10 to 14 minutes (12 commuters, 16.2%).
Commute Time in Melvin
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes00.0%
10 to 14 Minutes1216.2%
15 to 19 Minutes22.7%
20 to 24 Minutes11.3%
25 to 29 Minutes1925.7%
30 to 34 Minutes1013.5%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes56.8%
45 to 59 Minutes79.5%
60 to 89 Minutes1621.6%
90 or more Minutes22.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Melvin

The most common commute times in Melvin are 60 to 89 minutes (14 commuters, 35.0%) for males and 25 to 29 minutes (10 commuters, 29.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Melvin
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes3 (7.5%)9 (26.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes2 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)1 (2.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes9 (22.5%)10 (29.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes5 (12.5%)5 (14.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)5 (14.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes5 (12.5%)2 (5.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes14 (35.0%)2 (5.9%)
90 or more Minutes2 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Melvin

The most frequent times of departure to work in Melvin are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (7, 17.5%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (11, 32.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Melvin
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM7 (17.5%)4 (11.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM5 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM5 (12.5%)2 (5.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM5 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)11 (32.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)5 (14.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM5 (12.5%)5 (14.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM1 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM5 (12.5%)5 (14.7%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM7 (17.5%)2 (5.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total40 (100.0%)34 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Melvin

Occupancy by Ownership in Melvin

Of the total 77 dwellings in Melvin, owner-occupied units account for 62 (80.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 15 (19.5%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Melvin
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units6280.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1519.5%
Total Occupied Housing Units77100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Melvin

Occupancy by Household Size in Melvin
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household2735.1%
2-Person Household2836.4%
3-Person Household1316.9%
4+ Person Household911.7%
Total Housing Units77100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Melvin

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Melvin
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household17 (63.0%)10 (37.0%)
2-Person Household28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Household13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household4 (44.4%)5 (55.6%)
Total Housing Units62 (80.5%)15 (19.5%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Melvin

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Melvin
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School13 (72.2%)5 (27.8%)
High School Diploma37 (78.7%)10 (21.3%)
College/Associate Degree8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Melvin

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Melvin
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1316.9%
35 to 44 Years911.7%
45 to 54 Years1418.2%
55 to 64 Years2431.2%
65 to 74 Years1013.0%
75 to 84 Years33.9%
85 Years and Over45.2%
Total77100.0%

Housing Finances in Melvin

Median Income by Occupancy in Melvin

Median Income by Occupancy in Melvin
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied62 (80.5%)$45,833
Renter-Occupied15 (19.5%)$38,958
Average77 (100.0%)$45,139

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Melvin

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Melvin
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0001 (1.6%)4 (26.7%)
$5,000 to $9,9992 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9994 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9994 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99913 (21.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99913 (21.0%)6 (40.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99910 (16.1%)5 (33.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9991 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99912 (19.4%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more2 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total62 (100.0%)15 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Melvin

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Melvin
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30018 (29.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49921 (33.9%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79912 (19.4%)10 (66.7%)
$800 to $9990 (0.0%)5 (33.3%)
$1,000 to $1,4999 (14.5%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9992 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total62 (100.0%)15 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Melvin

Housing Structures in Melvin

Housing Structures in Melvin
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached5774.0%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments67.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments45.2%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other1013.0%
Total77100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Melvin

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Melvin
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached52 (91.2%)5 (8.8%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total62 (80.5%)15 (19.5%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Melvin

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Melvin
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms5 (8.1%)4 (26.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms31 (50.0%)6 (40.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms16 (25.8%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms10 (16.1%)5 (33.3%)
Total62 (100.0%)15 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Melvin

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Melvin
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas54 (87.1%)5 (33.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas3 (4.8%)4 (26.7%)
Electricity0 (0.0%)6 (40.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene5 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total62 (100.0%)15 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Melvin

Household Vehicle Usage in Melvin
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle4 (6.5%)4 (26.7%)
1 Vehicle20 (32.3%)6 (40.0%)
2 Vehicles20 (32.3%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles18 (29.0%)5 (33.3%)
Total62 (100.0%)15 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Melvin

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Melvin

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units4022
Median Property Value$92,500$75,600
Median Household Income$36,875$2
Monthly Housing Costs$309$0
Real Estate Taxes$600$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Melvin

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Melvin
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00017 (42.5%)3 (13.6%)
$50,000 to $99,9996 (15.0%)12 (54.5%)
$100,000 to $299,99917 (42.5%)7 (31.8%)
$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%)
Total40 (100.0%)22 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Melvin

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Melvin
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0003 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9994 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99910 (25.0%)4 (18.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99913 (32.5%)3 (13.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9996 (15.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9991 (2.5%)4 (18.2%)
$100,000 to $149,9993 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)9 (40.9%)
Total40 (100.0%)22 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Melvin

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Melvin
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x20 (50.0%)80,000 (363,636.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x15 (37.5%)15 (68.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x2 (5.0%)3 (13.6%)
4.0x or more3 (7.5%)4 (18.2%)
Total40 (100.0%)22 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Melvin

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Melvin
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80013 (32.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4996 (15.0%)10 (45.5%)
$800 to $1,4995 (12.5%)8 (36.4%)
Total40 (100.0%)22 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Melvin

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Melvin

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Melvin
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years17 (77.3%)5 (22.7%)
19 to 25 Years9 (42.9%)12 (57.1%)
26 to 34 Years20 (95.2%)1 (4.8%)
35 to 44 Years13 (76.5%)4 (23.5%)
45 to 54 Years23 (69.7%)10 (30.3%)
55 to 64 Years30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total156 (83.0%)32 (17.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Melvin

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Melvin
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen17 (77.3%)5 (22.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen9 (42.9%)12 (57.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Melvin

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Melvin
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00018 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99935 (57.4%)26 (42.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99958 (92.1%)5 (7.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9992 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over43 (97.7%)1 (2.3%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Melvin

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Melvin
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 613 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years15 (68.2%)2 (9.1%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)9 (42.9%)
25 to 34 Years4 (19.1%)16 (76.2%)
35 to 44 Years8 (47.1%)5 (29.4%)
45 to 54 Years4 (12.1%)19 (57.6%)
55 to 64 Years16 (53.3%)18 (60.0%)
65 to 74 Years24 (100.0%)13 (54.2%)
75 Years and over7 (100.0%)6 (85.7%)
Total91 (48.4%)88 (46.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Melvin

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Melvin
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 Years17 (38.6%)8 (22.2%)
65 to 74 Years4 (44.4%)8 (53.3%)
75 Years and over2 (66.7%)4 (100.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Melvin

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Melvin: <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 Years2 (4.5%)1 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years3 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over2 (66.7%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Melvin: <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 Years0 (0.0%)1 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Melvin: <span>Cognitive 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 Years5 (11.4%)6 (16.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)8 (53.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Melvin: <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 Years13 (29.5%)6 (16.7%)
65 to 74 Years1 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over2 (66.7%)4 (100.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Melvin: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)4 (11.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Melvin

Computing Device Access in Melvin

Computing Device Access in Melvin
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop3241.6%
Smartphone6077.9%
Tablet2532.5%
No Computing Device1316.9%
Total77100.0%

Internet Access in Melvin

Internet Access in Melvin
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home2329.9%
Cellular Data Only1924.7%
Satellite Internet33.9%
No Internet3039.0%
Total77100.0%

Melvin Summary

Melvin, Michigan is a small village located in the northeast corner of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. It is situated in the center of Chippewa County, and is surrounded by the towns of Rudyard, Pickford, and Sault Ste. Marie. The village has a population of just over 500 people, and is a quiet, rural community.

History

The area that is now known as Melvin was first settled in the late 1800s by a group of Finnish immigrants. The village was originally known as “Finn Town”, and was home to a large number of Finnish-Americans. The village was officially incorporated in 1891, and was named after a local lumberman, John Melvin.
In the early 1900s, the village was a bustling lumber town, with several sawmills and logging camps in the area. The lumber industry was the main source of employment for the residents of Melvin. The village also had a thriving agricultural industry, with many farmers growing potatoes, corn, and other crops.
In the 1950s, the lumber industry began to decline, and the village’s economy shifted to tourism. The village is now home to several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants.

Geography

Melvin is located in the northeast corner of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, in the center of Chippewa County. The village is situated on the banks of the St. Mary’s River, which flows into Lake Superior. The village is surrounded by forests and lakes, and is a popular destination for outdoor recreation.
The village is located about 25 miles from the Canadian border, and is about a two-hour drive from the cities of Sault Ste. Marie and Marquette. The nearest major airport is in Sault Ste. Marie, about an hour away.

Economy

The economy of Melvin is largely based on tourism. The village is a popular destination for outdoor recreation, and is home to several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants.
The village also has a small manufacturing sector, with several small factories producing furniture, clothing, and other goods. The village is also home to a few small farms, which produce potatoes, corn, and other crops.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Melvin was 514 people. The village is predominantly white, with about 95% of the population identifying as Caucasian. The median household income is $37,500, and the median age is 44.
The village is home to a large number of Finnish-Americans, and the Finnish language is still spoken by many of the residents. The village also has a small Native American population, with about 5% of the population identifying as Native American.

Conclusion

Melvin, Michigan is a small village located in the northeast corner of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. It is a quiet, rural community, and is a popular destination for outdoor recreation. The village has a population of just over 500 people, and is predominantly white. The economy of Melvin is largely based on tourism, and the village is home to several small businesses. The village is also home to a large number of Finnish-Americans, and the Finnish language is still spoken by many of the residents.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Melvin?
Total Population of Melvin is 188.
What is the Total Male Population of Melvin?
Total Male Population of Melvin is 95.
What is the Total Female Population of Melvin?
Total Female Population of Melvin is 93.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Melvin?
There are 102.15 Males per 100 Females in Melvin.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Melvin?
There are 97.89 Females per 100 Males in Melvin.
What is the Median Population Age in Melvin?
Median Population Age in Melvin is 45.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Melvin
Average Family Size in Melvin is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Melvin
Average Household Size in Melvin is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Melvin?
Per Capita income in Melvin is $23,755.
What is the Median Family Income in Melvin?
Median Family Income in Melvin is $46,477.
What is the Median Household income in Melvin?
Median Household Income in Melvin is $45,139.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Melvin?
Income or Wage Gap in Melvin is 29.8%.
Women in Melvin earn 70.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Melvin?
Inequality or Gini Index in Melvin is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Melvin?
There are 85 People in the Labor Forcein in Melvin.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Melvin?
53.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Melvin.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Melvin?
Unemployment Rate in Melvin is 10.6%.